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1. DAY 1: ARRIVAL IN LUANG PRABANG

   Welcome at Luang Prabang airport and transfer to your hotel for check in. The room is at your disposal from 14.00 on. The balance of day is free at your leisure.
   Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang.
   Meals included: No meals.

2. DAY 2: LUANG PRABANG - CITY TOUR

   From the hotel, you will visit the morning Phosi Market is by far the biggest market in Luang Prabang. Three quarters of it is covered, there are several hundred merchants of all kinds proposing a large variety of products. You can find there vegetable gardeners as well as small stalls selling clothes (always in the Chinese style), merchants for health products, dried buffalo skin, local tea, school materials, hardware, etc.
   Afterwards, we will visit the ancient town’s most highlighted sites, including:
   Vat Xieng Thong or Temple of the Royal City- one of the most important of Lao monasteries and remains a significant monument to the spirit of religion, royalty and traditional art.
   Vat Senna - literally means "Temple of a 100 000 treasures" also one of the most beautiful temples of Luang Prabang
   Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre (closed on Monday) located in a historical building preserved by UNESCO. The exhibition here consists of traditional clothing, religious artifacts and daily working tools of Lao minorities that will help you understand more about their lifestyle and traditions.
   In the afternoon, pay a visit to the Royal Palace which is now the National Museum built in 1904 during the French colonial era for King Sisavang Vong and his family. In 1975, communist government overthrew the monarchy and the palace was then converted into a national museum. The museum is an ideal place for visitors to learn more about Lao history and culture.
   In the late afternoon, it’s time for sunset moment on the Phousi Mountain where you also can have a nice panorama of the city. Leaving here, on the way back to hotel, we will stop to visit the H’mong Night Market where you can find a lot of souvenirs in traditional style of Laos.
   Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

3. DAY 3: VISIT PAK OU CAVES & VILLAGES

   After breakfast, pay a visit to Wat Mai, a beautiful temple located nearby Royal Palace and built in the 18th century. It is the largest and most richly decorated of the temples in Luang Prabang.
   Afterwards, transfer to the pier and take a long-tailed boat for an upstream cruise. During the cruise, you will be treated a stunning of nature along the river. From the distance you can see limestone cliffs where the hidden Pak Ou Caves are located. The cave is home to thousands of Buddha statues which make the region a revered one. Take your time to explore numerous images hidden in the cave.
   Then, make your way back to the city. En-route, stop to visit Ban Xang Hai village to learn more about the making process of the traditional Lao rice whisky. It is a great chance to taste its unique flavor. Move onto Ban Xang Khong village- famous for its wood paper and Lao silk weaving.
   Overnight at hotel in Luang Prabang.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

4. DAY 4: ELEPHANT RIDING - KUANG SI FALLS (SIC - JOIN IN GROUP)

   In the morning our driver will meet you at hotel then start our trip to enjoy elephant experience (transfer by shuttle bus or Songtaew - 40mins/ way).
   • Arrival the elephant camp - Welcome Drink
   • Elephant Parade
   • An Overview of The Elephant Camp, Elephants, Mahouts and Interesting facts.
   • Move to feeding area for hands on feeding, touching, watching, learning experience. Great Elephant “Selfies”. (Hand towel provided)
   • Ride along the Mekong River.
   • Prepare for bathing with elephant in the Mekong river. Toilets/changing cubicles available. Short walk to Mekong River where you have the option to ride on the Elephants neck to the water, Ride Elephant in the water, you can wash and have fun in the river with the Elephants.
   • Back to Camp where there are two outdoor showers available.
   Continue to the beautiful Kuang Sii Waterfall where you can splash around in the pools or walk along the forest paths, return to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon.
   Overnight at the hotel in Luang Prabang.
   Meals included: Breakfast.

5. DAY 5: LUANG PRABANG - DEPARTURE

   
   Today you can enjoy last minutes in the city to go shopping or try a cup of Lao coffee freely on your own before transfer to the airport for your departure flight (no guide).
   Meals included: Breakfast.