LPQ05: Early Morning Alms Giving and Wet Market(Half Day)

Overview

Take part in a Luang Prabang alms giving ceremony on an early morning tour that’s a fascinating introduction to Laos’ Buddhist traditions. You can simply watch as a procession of robed, barefoot monks walk by or join in by presenting a monk with an offering of food, receiving a Buddhist blessing in return.

A mystical ritual and an integral part of the Buddhist philosophy, visitors may earn merit, or ‘bun’, towards their next life, enhancing their chances of improving their existence next time around. A long line of monks creates a swirl of orange, accentuated by the soft morning light; the scene is framed by russet monastery roofs, tall palm trees, and whitewashed colonial housing.

Within an hour, the monks complete their rounds and melt back into the monasteries-and the streets become quite ordinary again. Although this ritual can be seen in numerous parts of South-East Asia, it’s particularly striking in Luang Prabang because of the density of temples and the concentration of monks. Afterward, visit the morning wet market of Luang Prabang before returning to your hotel.

HAVE A GREAT TRIP!

Price Per Person

Inclusions

● An early morning tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
● Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.
● All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
● All applicable taxes and service charges
● Food for donations to the Luang Prabang monks

Exclusions

● Lunch
● Tip, drinks and other personal expenses

Amendment and Cancellation Policy

● Within 2 days before departure: Guests pay 100%
● From 2 – 7 days before departure: Guests pay 50%
● Prior to 8 days before departure: Guests pay 20%

• To respect local customs and respecting the Tak Bat alms giving ceremony on this tour, it is customary for guests to take off their shoes before presenting the alms to the monks.
• Please dress respectfully by wearing clothing that covers the knees and shoulders. It is of the greatest importance to follow the guide’s instructions during this event in paying respect to the local customs.
• This includes approaching the monks, taking photographs, and obeying the unwritten rules and regulations of this deeply-spiritual encounter.
• Certain scenes during this excursion may not be photographed for specific reasons. We kindly ask for your understanding by following local regulations.

● Children Policy

• From 12 years old up: pay as an adult.
• From 5 – 11 years old: Pay 75%
• Under 5 years old: Free of charge. However, only one under-five free admission per booking. If you have more than two under-five, from the second kid pays 50% each.

● What to bring:

• We suggest a small suitcase or backpack with comfortable clothes and shoes (sport shoes or flip-flops are fine), sunscreen, and mosquito repellent. Larger luggage can be left at your hotel or with us!
• Last but not least, bring yourself for a great experience!