A Blend Of Calm In Southern Laos - 5 Days / 4 Nights
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A Blend Of Calm In Southern Laos - 5 Days / 4 Nights
Day 1 - Arrival in Pakse - Boloven Plateau - Don Daeng (D)
Overnight in Don Daeng Island. |
This morning, set off from Pakse to explore the scenic Boloven Plateau. Visit some of the area's tea and coffee plantations to see how it is grown and to taste some of Laos' finest blends, as well as several of the region's spectacular waterfalls. Continue to Don Daeng Island where the peaceful waters of the Mekong River and distant hills are the perfect backdrop for a traditional baci ceremony and dinner at the lodge.
Day 2 - Don Daeng - Wat Phou - Elephant Ride at Ban Kietngong - Don Daeng (B,L)Start this morning with a visit to Wat Phou, a three-tiered temple nestled in the foothills. Built by the rulers of the Khmer empire, this spectacular temple is sure to leave you in awe as it sits majestically above the rice fields. Spend the afternoon visiting local Lao villages, riding an elephant through beautiful jungles, and enjoying the diverse wildlife of southern Laos. |
Day 3 - Don Daeng - Khong Island - Siphandon - Don Daeng (B)
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Travel south to the region known as Si Phan Don, or 4000 Islands, situated close to the Cambodian border. Here, the Mekong is at its widest and the small islands that dot the river are the ultimate in calm, tranquil surroundings. Explore the area's waterfalls and local villages, and cruise along the Mekong looking for the endangered Irrawaddy dolphin.
Day 4 - Don Daeng (B,L)This morning pedal your way along shady paths as you take a biking tour around Don Daeng Island. Talk to friendly locals, relax on sandy beaches, and enjoy the laid back pace of southern Laos life. As the evening approaches, return to La Folie for a swim or relaxing massage. |
Day 5 - Don Daeng - Pakse Departure (B)Enjoy breakfast at the lodge before transfer back to Pakse to connect with your onward travel plans. |
Extend This Tour With...
Northern Laos offers some of the best combination of biking trail, natural terrain, and hilltribe villages. With our Splendors Of North Laos Biking tour, you will pedal your way past mountains, jungles, rivers, and the peaceful countryside. After your bike adventure, rest up those tired legs on a relaxing boat cruise along the Mekong River and reflect on your Lao tour adventure.
Extend your Laos experience with this trip as you unearth the mysteries of these relics that are scattered throughout the area in the Plain of Jars package. After a visit with the Mine Action Group, set off for the Plain of Jars and see these items lying randomly across the countryside while learning about various legends regarding these phenomena. After that, drive through scenic rice fields and see the interesting nearby town and its collection of ancient pagodas.
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Enjoy Laos and her natural beauty as you discover the South in our 4000 Islands Lao tour, a perfect extension to a shorter Laos discovery including Luang Prabang and Vientiane. Starting in Pakse, you will witness a beautifully preserved Khmer temple before heading up to Mount Asa on elephant back. As you cruise along the Mekong River, you will see the beautiful Lao scenery before finally touching down at the 4000 Islands inlet and Southeast Asia’s biggest waterfall.
Journey in style along the Mekong River with our two night Wat Phou Cruise and discover an area rich in village life and Khmer ruins. In between destinations on this Laos tour, you will enjoy your meals on deck as the beautiful Mekong environment passes by. You will also stop to see Wat Phou, a Khmer temple situated on a hill which offers a stunning view of the scenery below. A visit to Si Phan Don, which translates to four thousand islands, allows you to explore the villages in the area, take in the quiet river setting, and relax by a nearby waterfall.
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