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Stop At: Alms Giving Ceremony, Th Sisavangvong (main road to town) Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

In Buddhism, alms or almsgiving is the respect given by a lay Buddhist to a Buddhist monk, nun, spiritually-developed person or other sentient being. It is not charity as presumed by Western interpreters. It is important to know the ceremony is also a spiritual practice to accumulate good karma for those who give the alms. It is closer to a symbolic connection to the spiritual realm and to show humbleness and respect in the presence of the secular society. The act of almsgiving connects the human to the monk and what he represents.

The morning alms giving is a living Buddhist tradition for the people of Luang Prabang which, because of its beauty, has become a major tourist attraction. However, when tourists are unaware of its customs their inappropriate behaviors can be disruptive.

-Do not stand too close to the monks when taking photographs
-Dress appropriately: shoulders, chests and legs should be covered.
-Do not make physical contact with the monks.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: The Morning Market, Alleys between Main St. (Sisavangvong Rd.) and Mekong River Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

Following alms giving, we visit a local morning market. Luang Prabang morning market lining a couple of quiet streets near the Royal Palace, starts early and is over by mid-morning. It sets up along a couple of side-streets next to one of the city’s many Wats. A butcher and some of the more touristy stalls have actual tables for their wares. But most of the vendors, selling anything from rice, to fresh vegetables, to steamed fish, frogs, and anything else that might be the day’s catch, just set up on the ground.

We go back to your accommodation and have a free time for breakfast until 8:30 am.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Riverview Park, Luang Prabang Laos

The second part of this tour begins at riverview park on the peninsula tip. You will have a brief introduction to Luang Prabang, standing where the Nam Khan River meets the Mekong River. From there, walk to the famous Wat Xieng Thong temple.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Wat Xiengthong, Khem Khong Old Quarter, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

Wat Xiengthong was considered the ceremonial gateway to the city and was the arrival and departure point for foreign dignitaries for centuries. We will walk up the stairs to the main gate and enter the temple like ancient dignitaries.

Wat Xieng Thong, once known as “The Temple of the Golden City”, holds great cultural, historic and architectural importance. It is serenely situated near the tip of the peninsula at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, with a grand staircase leading up from the Mekong. (Entrance fee 20,000 kip)

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Wat Sensoukharam, V4WR+5M2, Luang Prabang, Laos

Next, we will go temple hopping in the neighborhood. At Wat Sene, where there is a school for novice monks, you may meet again with novice monks you met on the morning alms. The temple was built in 1718 by King Kitsarath with 100,000 stones from the Mekong river. It literally means "Temple of 100,000 treasures"

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Heuan Chan Heritage Luang Prabang, Sisavangvong Road, Luang Prabang 06000 Laos

We will drive to Heuan Chan Heritage. There we will see a well preserved traditional Lao house and take a short break in their gardens. Heuan Chan Heritage is a traditional wooden house dated back to 19th century. In Lao language, Heuan means house and the owner of this house was Mrs. Chan – that is how the name derived from. Situated in the heart of Luang Prabang peninsula, Heun Chan is a very rare surviving example of a pre-colonial Lao style aristocratic mansion. It shelter a museum and its surroundings promotes the Luang Prabang Way of Life. (Admission Fee: 1.85US$/person)

Duration: 30 minutes

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

We will visit the Royal Palace. The Royal Palace, which is today the national museum and built by French colonialists between 1904-09, displays a lovely collection of the artefacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture. (Entrance fee 30,000 kip)

The tour will end in the city center or you will be transferred to your hotel.

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Ock Pop Tok Living Crafts Centre, 125/10 Ban Saylom, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

After visiting the museum, you will have free time for a lunch break until 2:30 in Luang Prabang. If you wish, you can spend your lunch break at the Ock Pop Tok Living Craft Center. See traditional Laotian crafts and enjoy lunch in a beautiful cafe overlooking tropical gardens and the Mekong River.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Kuang Si Falls, Luang Prabang 06000 Laos

After a break for lunch, at 2:30 PM, head to Kuang Si Waterfalls.　

Kuang Si Falls, sometimes spelled Kuang Xi or known as Tat Kuang Si Waterfalls, is a three levelled waterfall about 29 kilometres (18 mi) south of Luang Prabang.

Upon reaching falls, relax and enjoy the magnificent natural surroundings. The water tumbles down and cascades gently into several cool, clear pools where you can enjoy a refreshing swim. The adventurous may walk to the top of the falls via a steep track where stunning views are awaiting them. Kuang Si Waterfalls also is a place where a rescue center for protecting sunbears, the endangered species, is located.

Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Wat Phra Bat Tai, Chua Phat Tich Section 13 on 24 On the way to Kuang Si Waterfall, Luang Prabang 0600 Laos

Return to Luang Prabang from the waterfall in the evening. On the way back, stop at a Hmong resettlement village. Finally, weather permitting, visit a local temple, Phra Bat Tai, to watch the sunset over the Mekong River.

Duration: 20 minutes

• All Fees and Taxes
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Kuang Si Waterfalls Entrance Fee
• Entry/Admission - Kuang Si Falls

• Lunch - 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)

• Not wheelchair accessible
• Infants must sit on laps
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking

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