Vang Vieng is a scenic district of Vientiane province, enjoying excellent weather with breath-taking views of rock and limestone mountains (Pha Tang, Phatto Nokham), caves and rock outcrops overhanging the Xong River. At only three kilometers of its center, you'll find Tham Chanh, Tham Phra, Tham Baat, and Tham Leusi the holy caves in the Chang rocky mountains.

Nam Ngum Lake is situated about 80km to the North of Vientiane. The beautiful scenery over the Nam Ngum river and its green valley is enhanced by the presence of a breathtaking lake. This is a man-made reservoir of an hydroelectric power dam, generating most of the electricity sold to Thailand. The forests with a big variety of woods are still there on the thousands of islands dotting the lake. It is a rewarding experience to discover the area by motorboat or spend the day at the many bungalows or on the "floating restaurant boat" to enjoy the picturesque scenes of water, island, forests and charming fishing-villages.  On the way to Nam Ngum Lake, a short detour will take you to Vangsang, an 11th century Buddhist archeological site, where primitive Buddha images are carved right on the rock cliff. A salt extraction plant using traditional methods and the Zoo can be visited at Ban Keun.

Day 1 : Arrival - Vientiane
On arrival at Wattay Airport you are met by our guide and transferred to hotel. The charming and fascinating capital of Laos, Vientiane is a small city conjuring up exotic images, with the curious mix of Lao, Thai, Chinese, Vietnamese, French influences. We start our half day city tour with Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple still standing in Vientiane. This amazing structure features remarkable frescoes and Buddha statues. Close to this masterwork is the former royal temple of Haw Pha Kaew which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. We see these sites before we continue to Patouxai standing in Lane Xang Avenue. This imposing monument is  well known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triomphe and provides a stunning views of the city.  We round off our day with a visit to the great sacred masterpiece and symbol of Laos, That Luang Stupa. Overnight in Vientiane
Day 2 : Vientiane - Dansavanh - Vientiane
The scenic lake of Nam Ngun is a huge reservoir created by damming the Nam Ngun River. This water body dotted with various stunning islands now becomes an ideal place for anyone seeking an enjoyable escape when the heat becomes unbearable. Today we make our way to Nam Ngun Lake  past  the beautiful countryside, stopping en route to visit  Ban Keun where local people extract the salt. On arrival, we embark on a long tail boat for a few hour cruise to admire the picturesque scenery blending with the sky and islands and explore the interesting daily life of fishmen. They are the main population settled in secluded islands.  Upon leaving Nam Ngun Lake we set off on our drive back to Vientiane. Along the way we make stop to visit Vang Xang, an ancient  sanctuary of the Mon-Khmer Group and catch some wonderful shootings. Overnight in Vientiane. (B)
Day 3 : Vientiane - Departure
Today we visit the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong and the bustling famous morning market which is full of local treasures. This sightseeing tour is all depending on your departure time. The trip ends after your transfer to Wattay Airport for departure. (B)

Vientiane Stopover

Glimpse of Laos

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