Cultural Heart of Laos Private Tour in Luang Prabang

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9 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Discover Luang Prabang, the cultural heart of Laos, on a private tour designed entirely around your interests. With the flexibility to customize your itinerary, you’ll gain deep insight into the city’s UNESCO-listed heritage while traveling in comfort by air-conditioned car. Explore iconic landmarks such as the Golden City Temple, the Royal Palace Museum, and the Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre, all while enjoying the full attention of your private guide. Perfect for travelers with limited time, this tour ensures you see the very best of Luang Prabang with ease and cultural context.

What's Included

Private transportation
Admission to selected temples and museums
Lunch (restaurant of your choice; reservations available for larger groups)
English-speaking licensed tour guide
Tips for tour guide and driver
All expenses not mentioned above

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We will pick you up from your accommodation. Please provide us your hotel details and phone number during booking.

Itinerary

Duration: 9 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Alms Giving Ceremony

    Optional: Observe the serene morning ritual of monks receiving alms, a unique tradition in Laos Buddhist culture. Participate respectfully by offering food to the monks.

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 2
    The Morning Market

    Explore the bustling morning market, where locals sell fresh produce, meats, and traditional foods.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 3
    Old Quarter Luang Prabang

    Stroll through the UNESCO-listed Old Quarter, famous for its blend of traditional Lao and colonial French architecture, set against scenic river views.

    4 hours • Admission ticket included
  • 4
    Riverview Park

    Visit a peaceful park at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, offering picturesque views.

    15 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 5
    Wat Xiengthong

    Admire this iconic temple known for its stunning architecture and historical importance.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Wat Sensoukharam

    Visit this temple built in 1718 with stones from the Mekong River, known as the "Temple of 100,000 Treasures."

    25 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 7
    Royal Palace Museum

    Discover the artifacts and history of Laos at this museum, formerly a royal residence. (Closed last Thursday of each month)

    1 hour • Admission ticket included
  • 8
    UXO Lao Visitors Centre

    Learn about the impact of unexploded ordnance in Laos from the Indochina War. (Closed on weekends)

    40 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 9

    Explore the oldest temple in Luang Prabang, famous for its watermelon-domed stupa.

    20 minutes • Admission ticket included
  • 10
    Mount Phousi

    Climb this hill for panoramic views of Luang Prabang and visit the golden stupa at the summit.

    45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have dietary requirements, please mention it at the time of booking.
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