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Laos
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Laos is the ancient kingdom of a million elephants. A devoutly Buddhist nation, this is reflected throughout the country from language to the temples and in art, literature and performing arts. Laos is the land to meet people whose kindness and hospitality is renowned. The landscape is dominated by mountains, jungles, waterfalls, and of course, the Mekong River, the heart of the country.
Explore ancient temples and golden palaces. Visit the former royal capital of Luang Prabang and its rich variety of architecture, from facades of old French colonial homes to glittering temple rooftops. Witness the ritual of over 300 monks filing through silently collecting alms. Day trek through local villages, coffee plantations and hanging bridges to visit handicraft markets and watch women weaving on ancient wooden looms. Ride on elephants or stroll along the Mekong River, float in inner tubes down rivers and swim in freshwater pools.
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Trip code: 5 Days
Floating downriver in inner tubes and elephant riding makes for a unique way to soak up the lush forests surrounding the Mekong. [more detail] |
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Colonial Luang Prabang
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Surrounded by thickly forested mountains and situated at the confluence of the Khan and Mekong Rivers, Luang Prabang has a tranquil, old world charm rarely found in Asia today. This fascinating town was the capital of the Lane Xang (million elephants) kingdom until the mid-sixteenth century. In colonial times it served as a provincial headquarters of the north.
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Elephant back ride in Luang Prabang
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Today after breakfast, travel outside of town to an Elephant Camp. Learn about these magnificent creatures as you take one for a ride! If you always wanted to ride an Elephant in its natural biosphere and not in a circus or city, then this is for you.
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Indochina Odyssey
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Five hundred years ago, the first temples of Luang Prabang, the former royal capital of Laos, were constructed. It is here that the tour begins, before we fly north-east to Vietnam, and the city of Hanoi, founded in 1010. After traveling
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