Laos’ Leaders and Legends: A Self-Guided tour of Vientiane

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1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Vientiane, the capital Laos, is a peaceful city where people honour their Buddhist heritage and the leaders who shaped the country’s culture and national identity.

On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll dive deep into the capital’s story, and hear about its blend of history, folklore, and modern delights.

The tour starts in Fa Ngum Park, where you’ll visit the Three Head Elephant statue that’s now a symbol of the Lane Xang Dynasty. You’ll hear how the historic kingdom counted modern-day Vientiane as part of its territory until the 1700s. You’ll also see the statue of Fa Ngum, the first ruler of a united Laos. As you pass the Lao Mekong Night Bazar, you’ll unpack the history of the Laos-Thai relationship before coming face-to-face with King (Chao) Annouvong, the last King of Vientiane.

On this 60-minute tour, you’ll gain insight into the country’s vibrant identity, its struggle for independence, and its spiritual and historical landmarks.

What's Included

Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

This tour starts at Fa Ngum Park. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.

End point

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour to 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • (Pass by)

    You'll catch a glimpse of the Fa Ngum Statue, a tribute to the founder of the Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang. Please note that entry to the statue or any surrounding exhibits is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll pass by the King Anouvong Statue, a tribute to the last ruler of the Kingdom of Vientiane. Please note that entry to any surrounding exhibits is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll catch a glimpse of the Vientiane City Pillar (Hor Lak Muang), a sacred monument believed to protect the city. Please note that entry to the pillar or any surrounding structures is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free
  • (Pass by)

    You'll pass by the King Sisavangvong Statue, honoring the former ruler of Laos who played a key role in the country's history. Please note that entry to the statue or any surrounding exhibits is not included in this tour.

    Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by VoiceMap Audio Tours

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Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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