7 Cultural Tours in Pakse That You Shouldn't Miss

Start in Luang Prabang and end in Pakse! We will arrive in the core of Laotian culture - Luang Prabang - where sparkles with its flickering verifiable and strict destinations just as broad regular magnificence. As an UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is an appealing goal that you can't miss on your Laos visit. Next destination, 4000 Islands is a beguiling little jewel of a spot settled at the foot of Laos on the Cambodian border, and as the name recommends, comprises of bunches of small islands dissipated in the huge Mekong Delta.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, English-speaking tour guides, Air-con transfers during the trip, Accommodation on twin/double/triple sharing basis., Entrance fee, Mineral water during transfer, Boat trip as the itinenary mentioned

Exclusions: International and domestic flights during the trip, Visa stamp fee (Laos: USD 35/person for visa-upon-arrival), Other meals, if not mentioned in the program. , Surcharge for Christmas and New Year period. , Other expenses, if not mentioned in the program.

Pakse town is located in Southern of laos, There is many interesting and do when you visit this town, Pakse is old town from indochina war and old French Colonial Buildings. In this city tour you’ll discover old French Colonial Buildings, a Vietnamese quarter, Buddhist and Chinese temples and an old Catholic church. You can visit the bustling morning market (Daoheuang market) and the Champasak Provincial Historic Museum and end your tour at a cafe and enjoy a freshly brewed Bolaven Coffee or Lao tea or go to the rooftop restaurant to see the sunset while having a refreshing Beer Lao. Alternatively enjoy sunset at Wat Sopse.

Inclusions: Transfer, Bottled water, Lunch, English Speaking guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Other services not mentioned above.

Champasak is Located in southern region of laos, there is many things to do and see when you visit. This case we start from pakse to wat phu, Then go to Khone Island. Of course there's much more to these two islands. Heading south from Ban Hua Det (Hua Det Village), the guesthouses thin out and the icons of rural island life – fishermen, rice farmers, weavers, buffalo, sugar palms – are on full display. Chill in a hammock, wander aimlessly around the islands or languidly drift downstream in an inner tube in the turquoise arms of the Mekong. The serenity continues across the French bridge on Don Khon, but down here there are also some gorgeous waterfalls to visit, sandy beaches to lounge on, dolphins to spot and even a little patch of wilderness to explore.

Inclusions: Transfer, English speaking guide, Overnight accommodation, Local taxes, Bottled water, 1-course lunch in local restaurant or picnic

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Other services not mentioned above.

Distinctive journey into Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia, to uncover the different charms of the Legendary Indochina. Explore the ancient town of Luang Prabang - the best preserved city in South East Asia, the world heritage site Angkor. Discover the water world of Mekong Delta that moves to the rhythms of the mighty Mekong, where boats, houses and markets float upon the innumerable rivers, canals and streams that criss-cross the landscape like arteries.Learn why Vietnamese can claim their independent over American troops by one of the most fascinating example: Cu Chi tunnels with its’ an immense network of connecting underground tunnels. Strolling along the narrow street at Hoi An ancient town - an exceptionally well-preserved example of a South-East Asian trading port dating from the 15th to the 19th century. Explore Hue culture through our unique Foodie tour A leisure cruise in Ha Long Bay – one of the world’s new seven wonders where its’ 1,600 islands and islets.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Accommodation on twin/double/triple sharing basic with daily breakfast, Ground transportation in air-conditioned vehicle with main group., English-speaking tour guides on touring date. , Boat trip in Mekong delta , Entrance fee and Zone fee as per program, Water during transfer.

Exclusions: International, domestic flights and airport departure tax. , Meals not mentioned in Detailed Program. , Visa stamping fee to Laos (USD 30/pax), Early check-in, late check-out surcharge., Surcharge for Christmas and New Year period (to be advised upon booking confirmation), Tipping for Guides (USD 3/pax/day) and Drivers (USD 1/pax/day) , Banking fee for payment by bank transfer, Other expense not mentioned in the program.

Cool down in the highlands! Drive up to the Bolaven Plateau, a place high above the Mekong Valley known for its temperate, coffee plantations and waterfalls. Rivers run off this high plateau in all directions and then plunge out to lush forests in a series of spectacular cascading waterfalls.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off only in Pakse, Drinking Water, Meals: Typical Lunch, English speaking guide, Government taxes, All entrance fees, Travel permits

Exclusions: Beverage and personal expense

The Bolaven Plateau is a vast highland rising east of Pakse to an altitude of 1000-1350 meters above sea level. Created by a gigantic extinct volcano, its cooler climate, abundant rainfall and fertile soil inspired the French colonialists in the early 20th century to introduce large scale cash crop farming like coffee, tea, rubber and tobacco to the local tribes, namely the Laven (Bo-Laven =Home of the Laven), Alak, Katu, Ta-oy and Suay. Numerous rivers cutting deep into the hard volcanic bedrock have created a wide variety of waterfalls, some of them easily accessible by road. Being famous for the production of world class coffee, it has recently become a sought after tourist destination with spectacular options. Our experienced drivers and guides are all registered and certified our contract partners for accommodation are all 3 star rated and well established.

Inclusions: Dinner, Breakfast

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The deep south of land-locked Laos is a pristine example of how the natural landscape has created the perfect soil for adventure-based travel. Added to the experience are its ethnic minorities, its collection of waterfalls, and its coffee culture. Elevated to up to 1350 metres above sea level, the Bolaven Plateau brings all these elements together with little western influences to dilute the authentic side of the northeast of Champasak. From early morning until late afternoon, innovative approaches on what’s in store for a deep dive in Laos’ southern examples for fair-trade coffee and tea, and high grade exploration.

Inclusions: A full day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. , Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver. , All entrance and donation fees for visits as mentioned in the description. , All applicable taxes and service charges, Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)

Exclusions: Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees , Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)