ITINERARY:
8:00 AM: In the morning, you will discover the beauty of Vientiane – a quiet capital in Laos. Your tour begins with Wat Sisaket – the oldest temple in Vientiane which still maintains its original form. With almost 7000 Buddha statues in its interior, Wat Sisaket is one of the most popular points of Vientiane.
Continue on to the nearby Wat Phra Keo. It is used as a religious museum displaying a collection of both Laos and Khmer art works. Proceed to the Presidential Palace to get a glimpse of its structure which was once served as the French governor’s palace.
Pay a visit to COPE – an association working to help landmine victims to get an in-depth understanding about the history of American/Vietnam war.
Your afternoon journey will start with a visit to Patuxay monument where you can get to the roof for panoramic views of the city. The next site is That Luang – a national symbol and also the most sacred monument in the country.
Make a stop at Wat Simuang – one of Vientiane’s sites of worship. At the end of the day, stroll along the Mekong riverbanks to enjoy sunset. End of services.
