the 8 day Laos - Vietnam tour is the original combination of one of the popular indochina tours based on the main destinations of Vientiane - Vangvieng - Luang Prabang - Plaine of Jar - Samnua - Hanoi - Halong. The tour will enable the tourist to experience the two cultures, that is, Vientiane and Hanoi - the old cities. Further, the toursist have chance to enjoy the beauty of Halong Bay, known as the only one in the world.
Vientiane - Hanoi - Halong Bay Tour (8 days)
Udorn - Vientiane - Vangvieng - Luang Prabang - Plaine of Jar - Samnua - Hanoi - Halong
Private tour : Daily departure from Vientiane with English or French speaking guide
Detailed tour Itinerary
Day 1 : Udorn - Vientiane -Vangviang.Ban Chiang (L,D)
Upon Arrival Udorn Airport, Meet and Transfer to Visit Ban Chiang (Archaeological Park)
Transfer to Vientiane Via Thai-Lao Immigration Check Point, Visit That Luang, Patuxai, Wat Prakeo, Sisaket, Simuang, Taladsao
Enjoy lunch, Then Overland to Vangviang, Many Stops en route to visit Local Villages, Visit by Local Boat Nam Song River and Tham Jang, Dinnerr and Overnight at Hotel 2/3 Star hotel.
Day 2 : Vangviang - Luangprabang (B,L,D)
After Breakfast at hotel, Drive to Luangprabang 250 KM, Upon arrival this World Heritage City of UNESCO, Transfer to the hotel, Lunch at Local Restaurant, Visit National Museum (Former Old King Palace), Visit Wat Mai, Vixun, Xiengthong and Mt. Phousi in Sunset, Dinner at Local Restaurant, Visit Night Market, Overnight at Hotel.
Day 3 : Luangprabang-Xiengkhouang (B,L,D)
After Breakfast at hotel, depart to Xiengkhouang 270 KM, Via Tham Pha (Buddha Cave) with Lunch Box, Upon Arrival Xiengkhouang(Phonsavan), Transfer to Hotel the hotel, Visit Plaine of JARS I,II.Dinner and Overnight at Hotel.
Day 4 : Xiengkhouang-Sam Neua (B,L,D)
After Breakfast at hotel, Overland to Sam Neua-Houa Phan 200 KM Via Lunch at Nam Neun , Hine TANG- Standing Stone (Archaeological Park), Saleuy Water Fall and Weaving Village Nathong, Dinner and Overnight at Hotel (Standard Category).
Day 5 : Sam Neua - Hanoi
After Breakfast at hotel, Overland to Visit Viengxay District: Visit the Caves of Lao Leader -Lao Revolutionaries had been used for Fighting with Imperialistic Invaders for three deca-des. Continue by Road to HANOI via Lao-Vietnam Immigration Check point (Namsooy-Nameo), Lunch at Hoa Binh, Have Dinner and Overnight in Hanoi 2-3 Stars hotel.
Day 6 : Hanoi City tour
AM: 9h00 AM Visit to HoChiMinh Mausoleum, HoChiMinh's House-on - stilt, HoChiMinh Museum (or Ethnic Museum), Van Mieu (The Temple of Literature) Lunch
PM: Visit Hoan Kiem Lake, Ngoc Son Temple. Cyclo tour (1 hour) to visit Old Quarter of Hanoi and Dong Xuan Market. Dinner. Night in Hanoi. ( Breakfast and lunch included)
Day 7 : Hanoi - Halong
This morning we head out for a 3 hour drive through verdant Red River Delta to Halong Bay where we board the boat for a four-hour cruise around the secluded and majestic Halong Bay giving us the chance to take in the stunning scenery of this World Heritage Site. Whilst on board a sumptuous fresh local seafood lunch will be served. There will be opportunities for a swim and time to explore some of limestone caves in the area. Stay overnight on boat or at the hotel (Breakfast, Lunch, Diner included)
Day 8: Halong - Hanoi
After breakfast, you will have another cruise to the bay. Lunch on board. Drive back Hanoi. Arrive Hanoi 16h00. Breakfast and lunch included)
Trip includes:
Our tour prices are inclusive of transfers and tours with local English or French speaking guides.
Entrance fees, boat fees,
Meals as specified in the program (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner),
Accommodation in twin shared rooms with private bathroom,
Room tax and baggage handling.
Trip excludes:
International airfar.
Airport taxes, Visa, meals not indicated
Personal expenses Christmas and New Year's Eve Dinners.