Prices: USD 150.00

Service Type: ALLDAY

 

AEL1: Vientiane city tour
Destination: Vientiane
Starts in: Vientiane
Ends in: Vientiane
Duration: 1 Days in Length
Tour code: AEL1
 
Itinerary
 
8:00AM pick up at your hotel, visit Vat Sisaket, the oldest original temple in Vientiane. Built in 1818, Vat Sisaket is the sole survivor of an invasion in 1828. Vat Sisaket features remarkable frescoes and 6,840 Buddha images. Nearby is Ho Phra Keo, once the royal temple of Lao monarchy. Built in 1565, Ho Phra Keo has been used as a museum since 1970 and contains some of the finest Buddhist sculptures and artifacts in the country. The main structure originally housed the famous Emerald Buddha that now resides in Bangkok’s Wat Phra Keo. One of the most photographed images of Vientiane is Patousay, the victory gate also known as Anousavari. Constructed in 1958, its architecture is inspired by the Arc of Triumph in Paris. Another famous Vientiane landmark is the That Luang Stupa. King Setthathirath built this great sacred stupa in 1566. Its central structure is 45 meters tall and echoes the curving lines of an elongated lotus. The original stupa was said to contain relics of Lord Buddha. Continue to visit the Morning Market (Talaat Sao), known for its superior silk weaving, metal work, and woodcarving. After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the surroundings of Vientiane including the Buddha Park, located 24 km south of Vientiane, and take a look at the impressive Friendship Bridge. Return to Vientiane and visit the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong. Stroll along the banks of the Mekong River at sunset. Drop off at your hotel around  5:00PM. End of tour.
 
Tour includes:
• Tours & transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
• Private English speaking guide
• Lunch
• Entrance fees and permits for all sights visited
• Mineral Water and towel
• Government taxes & Service charges
 

• International airfare & airport tax
• Visa in Laos (available at the airport at 30 USD)
• Personal travel insurance (Compulsory).
• Personal expenses
• Tips and gratuities