VTE04: Vientiane Sightseeing Tour(Full Day)

Overview

Get the most out of your visit to Vientiane, the laid-back capital of Laos, with this comprehensive sightseeing excursion. During the course of your day you’ll explore Vat Sisaket, a monastery that dates to 1818, visit a Buddhist-themed museum of art and sculpture, see the city’s famous ‘Anousavali’ (Victory Gate) and discover a Buddhist statue park. A traditional lunch is also included.

Receive a pickup from your Vientiane hotel in the morning, before continuing to Vat Sisaket, the oldest monastery in the city. Wander amid the more than 6,800 Buddha images and statues that decorate the monastery’s interior as you learn about its well-preserved interior and main hall.

Next, travel to Ho Phra Keo, a one-time royal temple that today houses a Buddhist museum of art and sculpture. The complex is known for its extensive collection of Buddha sculptures, as well as for being the original home of the famous Emerald Buddha that now resides in Bangkok.

Proceed on to the next stop at That Luang, one of the most revered shrines in all of Laos. Get a sense for this 147-foot-tall (45-meter), gold-covered stupa and its unique banana-flower shape. During your stop you’ll also learn about the shrine’s history, including its role as a home for a relic from the Lord Buddha.

Continue to Anousavali, also known as the Victory Gate or Patouxai, a dramatic arch that bears a striking resemblance to the Arc de Triomphe in Paris. This monument, first constructed in 1958, includes a number of eye-catching designs like the ‘Kinnaree’ (bird woman) that pay tribute to Lao culture. If you’re feeling ambitious, scale the steps to the top of the arch for views of the city below (entrance fee not included).

Take a break midday for lunch at a traditional restaurant before continuing to Vientiane’s well-known Buddha Park, first built by a local monk in the 1950s. Wander among the park’s collection of mythological statues, each connected to the themes of Buddhism. If you happen to visit on a weekend, you’ll also observe the numerous locals that flock to this unique green space to relax and socialize.

Make your way back toward your hotel, stopping at the Talat Sao market if time permits. This local bazaar offers a startling array of goods ranging from food to jewelry to clothing and handicrafts. You’ll be dropped off at your hotel around 5pm.

HAVE A GREAT TRIP!

Price Per Person

Group Size	01 Pax	02 Pax	03 – 07 Pax	08 Pax
	USD 206	USD 126	USD 99	USD 85

Inclusions

● Lunch included at local restaurant (food only)
● Local guide
● Hotel pickup and drop-off from hotels in the city center
● Admission Ticket: Great Sacred Stupa (Pha That Luang), Wat Ho Phra Keo, Wat Si Saket
● All applicable taxes and service charges

Exclusions

● Entrance fee to climb to the top of Victory Gate
● Other entrance fees and expenses, such as other meals, drinks, tips and shopping, unless otherwise stated
● Tip, drinks and other personal expenses

Amendment and Cancellation Policy

● Within 24 hours before departure: Guests pay 100%
● From 24 – 48 hours before departure: Guests pay 50%
● Prior to 48 hours before departure: Guests pay 20%

● Please note that timing and itinerary are subject to change without notice. However, we will do everything we reasonably can to make sure everything goes according to plan.

• A moderate amount of walking is involved please wear comfortable shoes
  To respect local customs and the religious sites and temples on this tour, it is customary for guests to take off their shoes before allowed entrance. Your guide will inform you in advance for which of these sites this is applicable.
• We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which you are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
• Please note that pick-up and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off
• The mentioned excursion durations are approximations; we are unable to exactly predict the total duration from pick-up to drop-off based on unforeseen circumstances such as traffic and weather conditions and the routing the driver has to take to get all customers on the vehicle. We ask for your kind understanding that these are average times
• This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

● 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!