Tour name: Vientiane Natural Escape Soft Adventure
For visitors to Vientiane, this three day soft adventure tour is a great way to experience local culture and the diverse ecosystems of Laos, outside the capital city.
Duration: 3 Days
Grading:EASYMax Group Size: 10
Type:TAILOR-MADEPrices from: £251
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Tour Overview
Just outside of Laos' capital city lies a world of natural beauty, stunning vistas, and magnificent wildlife. For visitors to Vientiane, this three day tour is a great way to experience local culture and the diverse ecosystems of Laos.
Starting in Vientiane, this Vientiane soft adventure tour follows the eco-friendly way on as you sight see on a local bicycle. The flat city and quiet backroads are ideal for pedaling amongst the sites. Visit serene temples such as Wat Sisaket, the bustling morning market, and Laos' most revered monument, That Luang.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Mak Phet, where not only is the food fantastic, but also helps support a children's charity. Continue along the culinary trail to enjoy learning about local coffee. See how the world-renowned Lao beans are harvested, roasted, and brewed before sipping on a few samples.
A short drive away from the capital takes you to Phou Khao Kway National Park, an area rich in diversity of terrain and wildlife. Spend the day with a local village guide, seeking out the brilliant orchids that thrive in the park. Along the way, visit waterfalls, observe the wildlife, and enjoy the fresh, clean air.
Your overnight stay is at the Ban Pako Ecolodge, which sits upon the banks of the Nam Ngum river. Fall asleep to the sounds of the flowing water and awaken to chirping birds and monkeys who live in the surrounding forest.
This short tour is the perfect 'Natural Escape' for those travelling to Laos, viewing the capital city from a different perspective.
Despite being a capital city, traveling in an eco-friendly way by bike in Vientiane is really possible. The flat city and quiet backroads are ideal for pedaling amongst the sites. Visiting serene temples such as Wat Sisaket, the bustling morning market, and Laos' most revered monument, That Luang, is the highlight travelers to Vientiane should never missed. Not only within the city, but just outside this capital lies a world of natural beauty, stunning vistas, and magnificent wildlife.
Activities
Just outside of Laos' capital city lies a world of natural beauty, stunning vistas, and magnificent wildlife. For visitors to Vientiane, this three day tour is a great way to experience local culture and the diverse ecosystems of Laos.
Starting in Vientiane, travel the eco-friendly way on as you sight see on a local bicycle. The flat city and quiet backroads are ideal for pedaling amongst the sites. Visit serene temples such as Wat Sisaket, the bustling morning market, and Laos' most revered monument, That Luang.
Enjoy a delicious lunch at Mak Phet, where not only is the food fantastic, but also helps support a children's charity. Continue along the culinary trail to enjoy learning about local coffee. See how the world-renowned Lao beans are harvested, roasted, and brewed before sipping on a few samples.
A short drive away from the capital takes you to Phou Khao Kway National Park, an area rich in diversity of terrain and wildlife. Spend the day with a local village guide, seeking out the brilliant orchids that thrive in the park. Along the way, visit waterfalls, observe the wildlife, and enjoy the fresh, clean air.
Your overnight stay is at the Ban Pako Ecolodge, which sits upon the banks of the Nam Ngum river. Fall asleep to the sounds of the flowing water and awaken to chirping birds and monkeys who live in the surrounding forest.
This short tour is the perfect 'Natural
Guiding and support
- English Speaking National Guide - Land transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles with driver
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Tour Highlights
Wat Sisaket, the bustling morning market, and Laos' most revered monument, That Luang - Sample delicious Lao coffee as you learn about the growing and roasting process of the locally-grown beans - Phou Khao Kway National Park where you will trek through lush jungles past waterfalls and rising peaks that house a diverse population of wildlife / Nam Ngum river surrounded by gorgeous nature.
Our Vientiane Natural Escape Tour includes:
- Accommodation at selected hotels based on Single, Double/Twin Room with breakfast. - Meals as indicated in itinerary. B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner. - English Speaking National Guide - All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary - Camera and video cameras fees if applicable - Land transportation by private air-conditioned vehicles with driver in the itinerary - Activities as mentioned into the program - Orchids Trek package - All permissions and local taxes
Note: Visa on arrival pay more 1 USD/Pax every Saturday and Sunday
Itinerary
Day 1 | Vientiane
This morning, travel by bike or car to discover the hidden charm of Laos' capital city, Vientiane. Visit tranquil temples, fascinating markets, and colonial buildings before feasting on a delicious lunch at Mak Phet, a charity-run restaurant. Sample delicious Lao coffee as you learn about the growing and roasting process of the locally-grown beans. As the day comes to a close, watch the sun set over the Mekong River before enjoy a traditional Lao dance performance at dinner.
Overnight at Greenpark Hotel, Vientiane.
(L,D)
Day 2 | Vientiane - Phou Khao Kway - Ban Pako
Vientiane Natural Escape Soft Adventure - 3 Days / 2 Nights - itineraryToday set out to discover the natural beauty surrounding Vientiane. Travel to Phou Khao Kway National Park where you will trek through lush jungles past waterfalls and rising peaks that house a diverse population of wildlife. However, the highlight of this area are the breathtakingly beautiful orchids. Your guide will teach you about, and seek out, these delicate plants. The trek is part of a charity project whose aim is to protect Lao wildlife from poachers by training the locals in guiding and forestry protection. After an incredible day in the park, transfer to the Ban Pako Ecolodge which sits on the banks of the Nam Ngum river and surrounded by gorgeous nature.
Overnight at Ban Pako Ecolodge, Ban Pako.
(B,L)
Day 3 | Ban Pako - Vientiane
This morning, take some time to enjoy the natural surroundings of Ban Pako. Relax with a herbal sauna and Lao massage, or float lazily down the river in a tyre tube. This afternoon, cross back over the river and transfer on to Vientiane airport for your onward flight.
As guests to this region, we all have a responsibility to protect Southeast Asia’s unique natural and cultural heritage. We must all find ways to minimize and eliminate the damage done to this beautiful part of the world.
We work with local charities to support community development. As part of our long-term commitment to this region, we have listed some simple things you can do to have an enjoyable trip while still preserving the area for generations.
Our Trusted Partner's Responsible and Sustainable Travel Policy
As guests to this region, we all have a responsibility to protect Southeast Asia’s unique natural and cultural heritage. We must all find ways to minimize and eliminate the damage done to this beautiful part of the world.
We work with local charities to support community development. As part of our long-term commitment to this region, we have listed some simple things you can do to have an enjoyable trip while still preserving the area for generations.
About our Trusted Partner
Exotissimo Travel was established in 1993 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We were the first foreign company to be granted a tourism operating license in Vietnam. We are now one of the longest established inbound tour operators in Indochina, Myanmar and Thailand and one of the best known. Today we have 14 offices and over 380 full-time staff working from our destination based offices in Vietnam, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia and Thailand. We have the expertise and connections to create your perfect trip at the best possible price in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Myanmar.
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