Mini - Multi Sports Northern Laos

On arrival, transfer to the hotel in Luang Prabang and meet up with the guide at the hotel for a briefing. 

Freshen up before heading for a welcome dinner at Tamarind Restaurant. 

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Inclusions:

🍗 Dinner

After breakfast this morning, start a discovery of the ancient royal city of Luang Prabang, often referred to as the jewel of Indochina by bicycle. Take a morning ride down the UNSECO heritage streets of Luang Prabang to the former Royal Palace - now the national museum - home to artifacts belonging to numerous past rulers.  Explore some of Luang Prabang’s amazing Wat’s (temples) including Wat Sen, Wat Visoun (only if time permits) and perhaps the most stunning, Wat Xieng Thong that was built in 1560 and brightly decorated with gold and coloured glass.  Then, cycle to Mount Phousi and take a short hike up to enjoy great panoramic views of the surrounding temples. 

Lunch at Khai Phaen.  

In the early afternoon, cycle to Ban Xang Khong, a village specialising in the production of silk, cotton and natural paper products.  Dedicated to weaving and breeding silkworms, the inhabitants have produced crafts for hundreds of years using the same colours and motifs.  This is an authentic and fun-filled shopping opportunity as a wonderful array of high quality textiles, dresses, bags, scarves and tapestries are available to bargain for.  

After the village visit, enjoy a traditional Petanque game in the village’s main center. This heritage game of the French is one of the country’s favourite past times. 

Then, cycle back to the hotel before spending the rest of the afternoon at leisure. 
     
Dinner at Son Phao while enjoying a traditional Lao Dance show.

Overnight in Luang Prabang
 

one of the country’s favourite past times.

Then, cycle back to the hotel before spending the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

 Dinner at Son Phao while enjoying a traditional Lao Dance show.

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Cycling: 65 km (32 kms if only cycling one way to waterfalls)

This early morning, early risers get a chance to witness long lines of orange-robed monks leaving their pagodas this morning to collect alms and food offerings from faithful local residents.  

After breakfast, hop on the bikes and begin a 32-km ride over tarmac roads through countryside roads arriving at the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfalls. The ride goes up and down hill but there are no difficult climbs encountered. Then, hike along the water to find a Sun Bear Conservation centre and learn about the work in protecting these species in Laos. Pass by lush rainforest and turquoise natural pools before arriving to the largest part of the waterfall. If the weather permits, swim in the cool, clear water at the base of the cascade. 

Picnic Lunch prepared by Joma Cafe at the waterfalls while taking some time to relax. 

This afternoon, opt to cycle back to Luang Prabang or return to town by private bus. The private bus option will allow for additional time for shopping and/or sightseeing.  

Dinner at leisure.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

📍 Cycling: 30-40km. Total distance 143km Cycling Difficultly: Medium

After an early breakfast, cycle through the mountainous northern landscape to the sleepy town of Nong Khiew. Part of this trip will be done by minivan and part by cycling.

The route has certain parts that are quieter and more charming. It is strongly advised to follow the guides as they know the nicest routes of the trip. Cycle along the backroads passing lovely scenery and ethnic minority villages of Khmu, Hmong, and Lao-Leum. 

Stop along the way for lunch at a local restaurant or have a picnic ready if there is a preference for western food. 
     
This evening, after a refreshing shower, enjoy a local set menu for dinner at Nong Kiew Riverside.

Overnight in Nong Khiew

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch, 🍗 Dinner

📍 Trekking: 4 hours Trekking difficulty: Easy

Enjoy breakfast overlooking the river as the morning mist hangs over the valley.

This morning, start the tour at 08:30 with a boat cruise up the Nam Ou River surrounded by tall jungle-covered mountains.  After about 15 minutes, arrive at a riverside Lao Leum village. Learn about the local lifestyles along the Nam Ou River in these traditional villages from the guide. 

From the village, follow a little trail through to a nearby mountain area. Pass by rice fields, forests and agricultural land while trekking to the highlight of a small refreshing waterfall. After an extended break, hike for an hour to Sop Vanh Village. Here, visit a beautiful local temple and learn about the history of Buddhism and this temple.

After lunch and tour of this traditional Lao-Khmu Village, cross over by boat to visit a pig farm before taking a boat ride back to Nong Khiaw.

Dinner tonight is at leisure.

Overnight in Nong Khiaw

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

📍 Transfer: 1 hour Kayaking: 5 hours Kayaking difficulty: Medium

Today, explore the revered Pak Ou Caves by kayaking. 

At the confluence of the Nam Ou and the Mekong lie the highly venerated Pak Ou Caves — two temple caves in the river that are filled with hundreds of Buddha statues.  
After an hour of paddling further down the Mekong River, arrive at the village of Ban Xanghai. Here learn all about the production of lau lao (Lao whisky) and lau hai (Lao wine). Watch the demonstration while trying some of this potent alcohol!  

From Ban Xanghai, hop on a traditional songtheaw (long-tail boat) for the rest of the ride down the river. If fit and ambitious, there is an option to continue paddling all the way back to Luang Prabang. (Please note: This is if time permits as well. There will be no kayaking at night for safety reasons.)

Lunch is a Lao picnic along the banks of Nam Ou River. 

Dinner is spent at leisure. If desired, visit the bustling night market in town and get a chance to purchase some local souvenirs. 

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast, 🥘 Lunch

Spend the day at leisure before the transfer to the airport for departure.

Inclusions:

☕ Breakfast