[Local departure/arrival] 7-day tour of 3 cities in Laos | World Heritage Sites Luang Prabang and Wat Phu Ruins

Arrived at Luang Prabang International Airport.
A local Japanese guide will meet you and take you to the hotel by car.
Lao cuisine dinner at a city restaurant
[Accommodation location: Luang Prabang]

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning: World Heritage Site Luang Prabang city tour
◎ National Museum (Former Royal Palace)
Former royal palace. Inside the elegant traditional Laotian architecture, splendid art and jewelry related to the royal family remain as they were back in the day, and the golden Buddha statue "Prabang Buddha", a national treasure of Laos, is also enshrined.
◎ Wat Xieng Thong
Built in 1560, this famous temple is said to be the pinnacle of the Luang Prabang style. It is characterized by a layered roof that draws an elegant curve that almost touches the ground. The shining "Tree of Life" painted in glass mosaic on the back wall of the main hall is a must-see.
◎ Wat Mai
One of the most prestigious temples with a beautiful sloping roof that overlaps in five layers. You will be overwhelmed by the beauty of the intricate golden reliefs that fill the walls of the main hall's balcony.
◎ Phousi Hill
A sacred hill rising in the center of the city. From the top of the mountain, which you can climb up 328 steps, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the world heritage site's retro cityscape and the mighty Mekong River.
Lunch of traditional Lao cuisine with a simple and gentle taste at a restaurant in the city.
Afternoon: Free activity
Stroll through the streets lined with stylish cafes, look for souvenirs, and enjoy the tranquility of the ancient capital at your own pace.
[Accommodation location: Luang Prabang]

Breakfast at the hotel
Morning: Board a special wooden boat and depart for the Mekong River Cruise, the great river that is the source of life in Laos.
Enjoy a relaxing boat trip while feeling the pleasant breeze across the river.
◎Pak O Cave
A mysterious cave with its mouth wide open on a cliff that stands out over the Mekong River. Inside, there are thousands of wooden Buddha statues, large and small, that have been dedicated in prayer by local Buddhist devout believers over the centuries.
○San Hai Village
A simple riverside village where you stop on the way to Pak O Cave. You can watch how Lao Lao, a traditional rice shochu that is famous for Laos, is distilled using an ancient method, and see a demonstration of beautiful handloom weaving.
Lunch: Enjoy a Laotian lunch at a restaurant on the other side of Pak O Cave.
Afternoon: After the cruise, return to Luang Prabang city.
Free movement after arrival.
[Accommodation location: Luang Prabang]

Breakfast at the hotel
After checking out, take a private car to the airport.
Morning: Take a domestic flight from Luang Prabang to Pakse, a hub city in southern Laos.
Upon arrival, a private vehicle will take you to another world heritage site in Laos.
Afternoon: [World Heritage Wat Phu Ruins Tour]
◎ Wat Phu Ruins
Ruins of a Hindu temple built during the Khmer Dynasty era from around the 11th to 13th centuries, standing at the foot of the sacred mountain Phu Khao. It is said to have an older history than Cambodia's Angkor Wat, and its mysterious appearance that perfectly blends with mountain worship is attractive. As you look at the crumbling stone reliefs from the approach, you can imagine the romance of ancient times.
Evening: Dinner at a restaurant in the city.
[Accommodation location: Pakse]

Breakfast at the hotel.
Throughout the day, we will guide you to the huge rapids of the Mekong River [Khon Falls Tour] located near the Cambodian border.
○ Kohn Papen Waterfall
Also known as the "Niagara of Southeast Asia," this waterfall is approximately 10 kilometers wide and boasts one of Asia's largest volumes of water and rapids. The roaring white foaming energy of nature is so powerful that it will take your breath away.
○ Corn Leapy Falls
Another famous waterfall that falls violently between the rocks. You can see the wild yet beautiful natural beauty that was once feared as a place to trap evil spirits, according to local legend.
[Accommodation location: Pakse]

Breakfast at the hotel.
After checking out, take a private car to the airport.
Morning: From Pakse, take a domestic flight to Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
Upon arrival, we will take you by private car to [Vientiane city tour] where the essence of France and Buddhist culture harmonize.
◎ That Luan
The huge golden pagoda is the highest symbol of Laos and is also depicted on the national emblem. It is said that the remains of Buddha (Buddha's ashes) are kept there, and the way it shines divinely in the sunlight is one of the main attractions in Vientiane.
◎ Wat Phra Kaew
A prestigious old temple connected to the royal family where the Emerald Buddha was once enshrined. Currently, it serves as a Buddhist art museum, displaying a number of stunning bronze Buddha statues.
◎ Wat Si Saket
Built in 1818, this famous temple is the oldest remaining original architecture in Vientiane. Over 6,000 small Buddha statues are housed in the countless small holes dug into the wall of the main hall, and you will be overwhelmed by the tranquility of the space.
○ Patuxai (Arc de Triomphe)
The Gate of Victory is modeled after the Arc de Triomphe in Paris and was built in a traditional Laotian design. Together with the surrounding square, it is a landmark that symbolizes the modern side of Vientiane.
[Accommodation] Overnight in Vientiane

Breakfast at the hotel
Free movement throughout the day
Vientiane is called "the most laid-back capital in the world." Explore delicious French bakeries and stylish cafes, stroll along the promenade along the Mekong River, or enjoy a final shopping spree at Talat Sao (Central Market).
Evening to Night: We will drive you to Wattay International Airport according to your departure flight time.

STD class usage

Vehicle, Japanese guide, entrance fee, tour meal fee, hotel fee (including breakfast)

Air ticket price, drinks, tips (optional), personal expenses, etc.

Air ticket prices to and from Japan are not included. If you would like to arrange air tickets, please feel free to contact us.

• ◆・Tour schedule may be changed or canceled depending on weather, traffic conditions, etc.
• ◆・If you are late for more than 15 minutes at the advised departure time without contacting us, the service will not be operated. Please note that there will be no refunds in this case.
• ◆・Customers are responsible for managing their valuables and luggage. We are not responsible for any damage, loss or theft of your luggage.
• ◆・Although it is possible for one person to participate, the price is for two people. In addition, if you apply for one person, there will be no refund even if there are other participants on the day.
• ◆・Meal menus may change without notice depending on the season.
• ◆・There is no Japanese guide in Pakse.