The Plain of Jars - Pre Cruise Upstream Laos

Extension Overview

Duration: 4 days
Route: The Plain of Jars - Pre Cruise Upstream Laos
Starting Price: USD 1,282.50 per person

Introduction

The Plain of Jars offers fascinating insights into Phuan, Hmong, Khmu and Tai Dam culture. Very little is known about the civilization that created The Plain of Jars, but you can only imagine the greatness of the ruler who constructed these unusual and enormous storage jars.

This is a Pandaw group tour depending on how many guests booked this extension.

Featured Stops

Vientiane

Daily Itinerary

1
Day 1
Vientiane - Phonsavan
None
Welcome to Laos! Today you will be picked up and transfer to the airport for flight to Xiengkhuang. Upon arrival, our guide and driver will transfer you to the hotel.
Scheduled flight departing from Vientiane at 13:50.
Overnight in Phonsavanh
2
Day 2
Plain of Jars
Breakfast & Lunch
A full day to explore the famous Plain Of Jars, a vast area extending around Phonsavanh where over 300huge stone jars carved out of solid rock from 1 to 3.25 meters high and weighing up to six tons each. Andestimated to be 2,500 to 3,000 years old. According to local legend, King Khun Chuang had themconstructed in order to store wine for the celebration of his conquest of the province in the 6th century.We visit Site I, II and III. Continue to Ban Na Pia (War Spoon Village) before returning to Phonsavanh.

Overnight in Phonsavanh
3
Day 3
Phonsavanh - Vientiane
Breakfast & Lunch
Morning visit to scenic Muang Khoun, surrounded by mountains, the ancient capital that was founded by Chao Noi Muang and was a stronghold for the Xieng Khouang royal family was destroyed during the Indochina War. The town was rebuilt after 1975 with rows of wooden Lao houses and a market area. We also visit the ruins at Wat Phia Wat, That Foun and That Chomphet.
Transfer to Phonsavanh airport for flight to Vientiane followed by transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Vientiane
4
Day 4
Embarkation
Breakfast
Pick up from your hotel at 08:00am and transfer to your Pandaw expedition.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Included

Accommodation at selected hotels with breakfast
Transportation with driver in A/C vehicle
English Speaking Local Guide (one place / one guide)
Bottled water and cold towels during tours and transfers
Meals as indicated in the itinerary
Excursions and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicles
Entrance fees for mentioned visits Round flight ticket VTE-XKH-VTE

Not Included

International flights
Visa
Travel insurance
Tips
Items of a personal nature
Not mentioned beverages and meals
Tips for guide, driver, boat crew & hotels' porters
Any other services not mentioned
Early Check In and Late Check Out

Your Hotel

Vientiane

The Laos Poet

Whether your visit to Vientiane is for business or a holiday, we’ll provide you with a relaxing retreat in the heart of the city. Our rooms and suites...

Prices

Rates
2 rates for this stay
- Price Per PersonUSD 1,282.50
  Sharing
  (2 Pax)
- Price Per PersonUSD 2,166
  Single
  (1 Pax)
Accommodation Type Occupancy Price Per Person
Sharing (2 Pax) USD 1,282.50
Single (1 Pax) USD 2,166

Accommodation Type	Occupancy	Price Per Person
Sharing	(2 Pax)	USD 1,282.50
Single	(1 Pax)	USD 2,166

Prices per traveller are based on existing rates from our suppliers, however depending on your dates may incur additional increases due to seasonal factors and supplements.

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Product codeLTBJ3-VTE-JAR-PRE-O