Wake up as the sun rises, we will prepare to join the most sacred tradition of Laos, the daily morning alms giving,
which dates to the 14th century. More than 200 Buddhist monks depart from various temple to gather their daily
meal from the faithful residents sitting quietly on the streets.
We then visit the temporary morning market near the former Royal Palace. Just set on the ground, the local people
come here to barter their day’s catch from rice, to vegetable, to fish, or chicken. After breakfast at the hotel, we
ascend the 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a panoramic view of the city and the Mekong River.
Then transfer directly to the beautiful Kuang Si, which is the biggest waterfall in the Luang Prabang area with three
tiers leading to a 50-metre drop into spectacular azure pools before flowing downstream. The pools also make great
swimming holes and are very popular with both tourists and locals. There is also the chance to walk to the nearby
village of Ban Thapene, and explore the hidden waterfalls, which is rarely visited by other tourists.
If you wish, take a short visit to the Bear Rescue Center, which houses a couple of dozen animals rescued from the
hands of poachers and traffickers.
On the way back to Luang Prabang, we will take a short visit to the Ock Pop Tock Living Craft Center, set serenely
close to the Mekong, this beautiful, traditionally styled workshop, where weavers, spinners and batik makers
produce top-quality fabrics, offers free tours every half-hour. This is also one of the best spots to admire the sunset
in Luang Prabang
At the end of the day, join a sunset cruise along the Mekong River to catch the last beauty of the day whilst the sun
is setting behind the faraway mountain.
Meal: Breakfast
Overnight at hotel in Luang Prabang
