What to do and see in Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang Province: The Best City Tours

January 13, 2022 Lashaunda Abraham

This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the former capital of Laos, and you'll see everything from golden-roofed temples to vestiges of colonial French architecture here. Buddhist monasteries abound in Luang Prabang, and early every morning, monks process through the streets collecting alms (their food for the day). If you want to watch or participate, though, ask your hotel for a brief etiquette lesson first—you have to distribute the food in a specific manner.
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1. Full Day, City Tour and Tad Sae Water Fall

Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang Province Outdoor activities in luangprabang
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The ancient town of Luang Prabang situated in northern Laos, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Considered by many travellers and writers as being the heart of Laotian culture, the tiny town is encircled by mountains and is 700 metres above sea level at the confluence of the Nam Khan and Mekong Rivers, in luangprabang there is many famous temple, Caves, water falls Especial is Wat Xieng Thong an outstanding example. A symbol of great historic importance, xieng thong temple is the one most beautiful in luangprabang. So you don’t miss this case.

Inclusions: Transfer, Bottled water, Lunch, Speaking English guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities, Personal expenses, Other services not mentioned above

Reviewed By yongy62

He is very nice person to talk with us all the tour and whatever special local food the people living the province

2. Luang Prabang City Tour and Mekong Cruise to Pak Ou Caves

BC Family Tour
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SEE THE BEST OF THE CITY AND THE PAK OU CAVES This Luang Prabang city exploration will create a lasting memory. Visit the Morning Market, famous ancient temples, the National Museum, the Whiskey village, and the important Buddhist Pak Ou Caves on the banks of the Mekong River. This Luang Prabang day tour combines the greatest highlights in just a day.

Inclusions: English speaking guide, Transportation, Private Boat Cruise, Activities as mentioned in the itinerary, Lunch (Vegeterian options available), Drinking Water, Lunch, Bottled water

Exclusions: Specialty Drinks, Tips

Reviewed By hudiebts

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3. Private Tour Full Day Luang Prabang Heritage City Highlights

Sakkaline Road, Sakkaline Rd, Luang Prabang, Laos Manifa Travel
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Visit the main highlights of Luang Prabang heritage area with an experienced local guide. Ask your guide as many as possible. National museum and temples are unfortunately not curated well. Recommended gone through with a guide. Otherwise, you will just be looking at object without really knowing their importance or origin. This tour’s destinations include the main highlights of Luang Prabang center-town such as Buddist temples (Wat Mai, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Wisunarat, Wat Pa Phon Phao), Royal Palace museum, local market, ethnological center etc.. It is simply the must do Luang Prabang tour for any first time visitors to the country.

Inclusions: English Speaking Local Licensed Tour Guide, Private transportation

Exclusions: 3-course deluxe set lunch menu including coffee or tea at Ock Pop Tok Silkroad Café can be arranged upon prior request. (15$/person) Please choose from Lao or Western set menu and message us., All Entrance Fees for Museum, Temples.. (about US$16.5)

Reviewed By scard1

The tour was fine, but please be advised that the elephants in the "camp" where you will eat lunch are in chains. Supporting this tour means supporting animal cruelty. Respectable sanctuaries do not chain elephants to trees. Very sad, and unexpected. I also heard one of the hosts explaining at length that there was nothing inhumane about the elephants' treatment when one of the other customers expressed concern, which I'm sure he knew not to be the case.

4. Private Luang Prabang City Tour & Joint in Kuang Si Waterfalls Tour

Sakkaline Road, Sakkaline Rd, Luang Prabang, Laos Manifa Travel
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A full day tour in Luang Prabang. In the morning we visit major highlights of Luang Prabang Heritage area with an experienced local guides. After lunch break in Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Center, we join in a superb afternoon excursion to Kuang Si waterfalls. The national museums and temples are not well curated. It should be better to go through with a guide. Otherwise, you will just be looking at object without really knowing their importance or origin. All our guides have experienced over 10 years in Luang Prabang tourism industry. Feel free to ask as many as possible. City tour start at 8:30 (or 5:30 if you choose to participate in the Alms giving ceremony), Lunch break at Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Center (12:00-2:00), Kuang Si Falls (2:30-5:00), Return to the city at 5:30-6:00 Entrance fees for temples and national museum are NOT included.

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle, Kuang Si Waterfalls Entrance Fee

Exclusions: 3-course deluxe set lunch menu including coffee or tea at Ock Pop Tok Silkroad Café can be arranged upon prior request. (15$/person) Please choose from Lao or Western set menu and message us., Entrance Fee (Museum, temple)

Reviewed By scard1

The tour was fine, but please be advised that the elephants in the "camp" where you will eat lunch are in chains. Supporting this tour means supporting animal cruelty. Respectable sanctuaries do not chain elephants to trees. Very sad, and unexpected. I also heard one of the hosts explaining at length that there was nothing inhumane about the elephants' treatment when one of the other customers expressed concern, which I'm sure he knew not to be the case.

5. Private Tour: Half-Day City Tour of Luang Prabang

Indochina Charm Travel (HCMC Branch)
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This half-day private tour will show you the former royal capital of Laos, Luang Prabang, a tranquil town that sits on the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Kham rivers. Discover the rich cultural and historical heritage of this UNESCO World Heritage site, with personalized visits to French Indochinese buildings and ancient Buddhist temples.

Inclusions: Bottled water, Private guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Personal travel insurance, Personal expenses

Reviewed By peterhI7766IR

Pickup And delivery was fine but with 1 days notice could not rebook for return to the airport ????driver was punctual and courteous, car was only a short distance from the exit

6. Half day Private Luang Prabang city tour

Sisavangvong Road, Luang Prabang, Laos Manifa Travel
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Explore the culture and history of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, on this private half day tour. Luang Prabang, the former royal capital, is situated on the Mekong River and surrounded by beautiful green mountains. The town itself is picturesque and offers a wonderful mix of ancient temples and French-Indochinese architecture. This tour’s destinations include the main highlights of Luang Prabang center-town such as Buddhist temples, Royal Palace museum, local market. It is simply the must do Luang Prabang tour for any first time visitors to the country. ※Choosing option 5:30 start, you have a fantastic opportunity to witness the captivating centuries old daily tradition of the alms giving ceremony and visit local morning market.

Inclusions: Private transportation, Foods for alms giving ceremony, All Fees and Taxes, English speaking licensed local tour guide

Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, All entrance fees for museum, temples (total 105,000 kip US$12)

Reviewed By scard1

The tour was fine, but please be advised that the elephants in the "camp" where you will eat lunch are in chains. Supporting this tour means supporting animal cruelty. Respectable sanctuaries do not chain elephants to trees. Very sad, and unexpected. I also heard one of the hosts explaining at length that there was nothing inhumane about the elephants' treatment when one of the other customers expressed concern, which I'm sure he knew not to be the case.

7. Private Luang Prabang City Day Tour

Ausviet Tours - Private Day Tour
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Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage city, is an outstanding example of the fusion of Lao traditional architecture and its urban structure built by the European colonial authorities in the 19 century. Luang Prabang’s unique and remarkably well-preserved towns-cape illustrates a key stage in the blending of these two distinct cultural traditions. Book this full-day tour to visit some of the most popular attractions in Luang Prabang, such as the National Museum as well as impressive temples including Vat Visoun, Vat Aham, Vat Xieng Thong and Wat Mai. Also visit the local Night Market and enjoy a spectacular sunset view over the Mekong River.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Local English speaking guide, Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle, 1 bottle of drinking water per person, Government tax and service charge

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By dazcowan

Spent the whole day here. The mud bath and mineral water shower and bath were phenomenal. Actually felt really tired-but relaxed after this. The. Spent hours in the swimming pool catching the sun. Money well spent!

8. 4-Day Private Tour from Chiang Khong Houeisay to Luang Prabang

Ausviet Tours - Private Day Tour

Crossing from northern Thailand at Chiang Khong on the Thai side of the Mekong to Huay Xai on the Laos side is popular with travelers coming from northern Thailand. On this 4-day trip, our guide and driver meet you at Houei Say immigration checkpoint and transfer to the pie start a slow cruise down the Mekong River to Pak Beng and visit Luang Prabang for some days. This charming city of UNESCO world heritage site, The Luang Prabang is a small, dream-like town on the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, in a beautiful mountain setting.

Inclusions: 3-nights accommodation on twin, shared suite at 3-star hotel (1 night in Pakbeng: Hotel Mekong riverside lodge, subject to availability- 2 nights In Luang Prabang: Hotel Villa Chitdara, Hotel Villa Saykham, Hotel Luangphrabang Inn or Hotel Vansana Luangphrabang, subject to availability, Pick up from Houeisay Immigration Check-Point, One way airport transfer from Luang Prabang hotel to Luang Prabang International Airport, Private English speaking guide, Private transportation by air-conditioned car, Boat trip as per itinerary, Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner), 1 bottle drinking water per day, Government tax and service charge

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Visa and visa arrangement fees

Reviewed By dazcowan

Spent the whole day here. The mud bath and mineral water shower and bath were phenomenal. Actually felt really tired-but relaxed after this. The. Spent hours in the swimming pool catching the sun. Money well spent!

9. Day Trip to Nong Kiaw Including Nam Ou River Cruise from Luang Prabang

Luang Prabang

This full day tour offers you an opportunity to escape from the bustle of city to the peaceful Nong Khiaw. Being with this tour, you will enjoy yourself by exploring the beautiful landscape of villages, waterfalls and mountains on both boat and your foot. Let join this tour to make your day relaxing and memorable with the untouched scenery of Nong Khiaw.

Inclusions: All permissions and taxes, Boat transportation, Drinking water, English speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Lunch

Exclusions: Drinks and souvenirs, Personal expenses., Tips

Reviewed By Ben919191

Very much in harmony with nature and a serene place to relax. The ambiance too is beautiful. Will visit this place again if I have the opportunity.

10. The Essence of Luang Prabang

Asian Trails Laos

Today, Luang Prabang is home to large monastic communities and touring the town is almost like touring through an open-air museum. Its temples are known for their beautifully adorned gold walls and doors guaranteeing plenty of picture perfect moments. • A marvellous introduction to UNESCO protected Luang Prabang • Choose between a morning or afternoon exploration • Enter the realms of the revered Wat Xieng Thong • Get a bird’s eye view of Luang Prabang from Mount Phousi • Return transfers from and to your hotel are included

Inclusions: A half day tour with a professional English-speaking guide. , Hotel pickup and drop-off in the city center, All applicable taxes and service charges, All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.

Exclusions: Personal expenses , Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement., Compulsory Christmas, country-specific festival and/or New Year dinner at included hotels, Tips and gratuities, Single supplement charges for single travellers, where applicable, Any airline tickets, visa fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general meeting point, Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locations, Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Reviewed By Ali Hamoud A

Nothing special really. If you have been to Halong bay in Vietnam, this artificial lake is nothing. However, if you are in Vientiane, Laos and have a free day it is worth a visit. The trip takes you to the countryside across rice farms and various plantations. A stop at a scenic hydro electric power plant to take a snapshot of a nice view infront of the water locks is recommended. Then on arrival at the lake, you stop at a small jet to take an hour boat ride. Various sizes boats are available. The prices are so cheap. You take a fairly good size boat for an entire family for 150,000 Kip. You pay slightly more for a boat with a toilet onboard. This is for an hour long ride which is so relaxing. You can order lunch and have it on board whilst slowly cruizing around this huge artifial lake. Recommended if you and family or group of friends have a free day whilst in Vientiane, Laos.

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