Upon arrival, you will be met by your guide who will transfer you to your hotel. The remainder of the afternoon is at leisure.

Maison Dalabua, Luang Prabang

Set out on a half day tour to discover this UNESCO heritage town, beginning with a visit to a temple for a personal blessing by a monk. This traditional ceremony involves sprinkling water, jasmines and flowers over you which and is believed to cleanse bad spirits and bring good luck.

Then head to the beautiful Wat Xieng Thong with its low sweeping roofs and impressive “tree of life” mosaic. Continue to the National Museum, formerly the Royal Palace, before climbing the 350 steps up Phou Sii hill for the stunning views over the town and countryside. This evening you may like to visit the night market to browse its fascinating stalls.

Maison Dalabua, Luang Prabang

Breakfast

After breakfast head down to the river to begin a relaxing riverboat trip with your guide on the mighty Mekong to visit the famous and sacred Pak Ou Buddha Caves. En route it is possible to stopover at Ban Thin Hong weaving and fishing village, where you have an opportunity to interact with the locals and learn about rural Lao life and handicrafts. You are welcomed in the village with the special, traditional Laotian Baci ceremony.

Then continue to the Pak Ou caves which are home to many thousands of Buddha images that were placed here by local people since 16th century, since King Setthathirat found the caves and declared them a holy spot. After exploring the caves begin the journey back to Luang Prabang town for lunch.

Next begin the 30 minute road journey out of Luang Prabang town to visit Kuang Sii Waterfalls. Pass through scenic countryside with rice paddies and many villages along the way. You can visit the ‘Bear Rescue Centre‘ where they conserve the black bears before arriving at the falls for a refreshing dip in the falls. These beautiful falls cascade over many calcified tiers and down several hundred feet into a series of cool, turquoise pools. The water here has a clear blue-green tint due to the high mineral content.

Maison Dalabua, Luang Prabang

Breakfast and lunch

Today, hop on a short flight of just one hour to Thailand’s second-largest city of Chiang Mai in the mountainous north. On arrival, you’ll be met by your driver and transferred to your chosen Chiang Mai hotel for the next three nights. You may like to explore the old city with its elaborate Buddhist temples and take a stroll through the buzzing night bazaar. During your stay, we have included a day tour to the fabled Golden Triangle to see where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Burma meet.

Your chosen Chiang Mai hotel

Breakfast

Fully satisfied with your dose of culture, countryside and scenery, its time for some relaxation by one of Thailand’s stunning beaches. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Krabi. On arrival, you’ll be greeted by your driver and transferred to your chosen Krabi hotel for the final eight nights.

Known around the world for its spectacular jungle-clad craggy cliffs and white sandy beaches, this is the perfect place to finish your holiday.

Your chosen Krabi hotel

Breakfast

Say goodbye to Krabi and Thailand as you head off on the next part of your holiday or return to the UK.

Breakfast