Guided Exploring Luang Prabang Full-Day Tour

This 8-hour guided tour explores the rich culture and history of Luang Prabang as you visit temples, museums, arts centers and hidden lane-ways. Visit the gilded halls of temples such as Wat Xieng Thong and Wat Visoun, walk through the historic former Royal Palace and explore the diverse cultures and traditions of Laos’ hill-tribes at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Center.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Royal Palace Museum, Haw kham Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

The Royal Palace in Luang Prabang also known as “Haw Kham” and translated to “Golden Palace” was once Laos’ Royal Palace. The former Royal Palace is located on the banks of the Mekong River and faces the Mount Phousi. The palace houses a lot of historical items with interesting stories behind. The Royal palace is worth a visit, and you will learn more about Lao history and culture.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wat Mai Suwannaphumaham, Luang Prabang Laos

Continue on foot to Wat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden bas-relief, and Wat Sensoukarahm, which features a beautiful, dazzling golden façade. Finish this morning’s tour at Wat Xieng Thong, the most revered temple in Luang Prabang. Located at the end of the peninsula, close to the Mekong, this temple was built in 1560 by King Setthathirat, and is decorated with ornate carvings and mosaics

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Sop Sickharam Luang Prabang, Sakkaline Rd, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

you visit Wat Visoun, the holiest temple of the city, which was entirely rebuilt in 1887 after being destroyed by the invading Black Flags from Southern China. In the courtyard of Wat Visoun stands the Watermelon Stupa, shaped like the fruit from which it takes its name.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Wat Aham, Kingkitsarath Road, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

Continue past Wat Aham, which was first built in the 1500s, and on to Wat That, where the ashes of King Sisavang Vong are kept inside the large central stupa

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre, Ban Khamyong - Next to Dara, Luang Prabang 06000 Laos

a museum dedicated to exploring the rich diversity of Laos’ ethnic minorities. Traditional costumes, tools, and artifacts are on display alongside in-depth descriptions and written histories. It is a great opportunity to gain insight in to the Lao people (note: closed on Mondays)

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Mount Phousi, Main Street 5 Minutes Walk From The Tourist Information Center, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

you'll climb the 328 stairs of Mount Phousi and watch the sun set over the city and surrounding hills, then visit the hill-tribe evening market for some shopping. This colorful market takes place every evening around 5pm, along the main streets of town and is a great place to look for souvenirs

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