Explore the historic temples, national monuments, and local handicrafts of Vientiane on this 8-hour city day tour. Visit the famous Buddha Park and enjoy a delicious lunch. Hotel pick up and drop-off included.
Explore the historic temples, national monuments, and local handicrafts of Vientiane on this 8-hour city day tour. Visit the famous Buddha Park and enjoy a delicious lunch. Hotel pick up and drop-off included.
- Wat Si Saket - Embark on a sightseeing tour of Vientiane and explore the religious museums of Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple to have withstood the Siamese war of 1828. Remarkably, its cloister houses over 8,000 Buddha statues, including Ho Prakeo, Pra Keo, and the Emerald Buddha statue.
- Great Sacred Stupa (Pha That Luang) - Proceed to the…
- Wat Si Saket - Embark on a sightseeing tour of Vientiane and explore the religious museums of Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple to have withstood the Siamese war of 1828. Remarkably, its cloister houses over 8,000 Buddha statues, including Ho Prakeo, Pra Keo, and the Emerald Buddha statue.
- Great Sacred Stupa (Pha That Luang) - Proceed to the Luang Stupa, the most significant monument in Laos. It was constructed to enclose the original small stupa containing a fragment of Buddha’s chest bone. The Luang serves as the principal and symbolic stupa in Laos. It is also the national emblem and is recognized globally. Besides being the largest stupa in Laos, the Luang Stupa is regarded as a venue for national Buddhist ceremonies.
- Patuxay Monument - Then, visit the Patouxay (Arch de Triumph), recently built to honor those who perished in past wars. Today, it stands as a landmark of Vientiane.
Savor lunch at a local restaurant before heading to Carol Cassidy to continue the tour. This location functions as a gallery for weaving Lao textiles and showcases the natural dye-making process from start to finish.
- Buddha Park - Later, journey to Buddha Park on the Mekong. This park features Buddha statues in contemporary styles. It also boasts the largest Reclining Buddha in Laos, created by a Lao man to educate future generations about global religions following his studies in India. Return to Vientiane in the late afternoon.
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Drinking water
- Hotel pick up & drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Lunch
- Drinking water
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses
- Drinks
- Gratuities
Vientiane, the principal and most populous city of Laos, rests on the shores of the Mekong River. This excursion, spanning 8 hours, is conducted by a guide conversant in English, who will lead you through ancient places of worship, national landmarks, indigenous crafts, and Buddha Park. Hotel collection and return service is applicable for hotels…
Vientiane, the principal and most populous city of Laos, rests on the shores of the Mekong River. This excursion, spanning 8 hours, is conducted by a guide conversant in English, who will lead you through ancient places of worship, national landmarks, indigenous crafts, and Buddha Park. Hotel collection and return service is applicable for hotels located centrally in Vientiane and a meal is included.
- Children under 2 years old are free of charge
- Children 12 years and older are considered to be an adult
- Not recommended for wheelchairs
- This tour is a combination of walking (touring) and driving (transfer)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
