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On arrival in Vientiane, transfer to the hotel for check-in. Spend the remainder of the day is checking out your bike and learning more about the country and the biking routes. Tonight’s welcome dinner is at Khua Lao restaurant with traditional Laotian music and dance performance.
Overnight in Vientiane
Hugging a bend of the Mekong River, Vientiane is a quaint and easygoing place compared to other frenetic capitals in the region. Start our first day discovering the most untouched capital in Indochina. The first stop is at the serene Wat Sasiket, the oldest temple that survived the Siamese war of 1828 and boasting over 8,000 Buddha statues. Just across the road is Wat Ho Prakeo, the former home of the Emerald Buddha statue, today it contains a collection of Buddha statues, antiques and artifacts found in and around Vientiane. Continue cycling along the Mekong River for 18km until you reach the Friendship Bridge, built to link Thai and Lao Mekong riverbanks. Continue for 7 km, we reach Buddha Park, a fanciful sculpture garden full of Buddhist and religious images dating back over 500 years. After a picnic lunch, return to Vientiane via Route 13, stopping by at Patouxay (the Victory Monument) for a panoramic view of the city at the top. The next stop is That Luang Stupa, the symbol of Laos and whose original, smaller stupa contains a piece of the chest bone of Buddha. Return to your hotel around 3.30pm pm to shower and relax.
Overnight in Vientiane
Start the day early - drive out of Vientiane at 7.30am, heading north to Vang Vieng. It is a small idyllic riverside town situated in an area of beautiful karst formations. After a 30-minute drive, start cycling on a quite road through beautiful countryside, passing lush paddy fields, colorful Buddhist temples and the bustling H’mong market. After a 50km ride, turn right at the intersection and continue another 30km to Tha Lat village for lunch at the lake. This is followed by a drive to Vang Vieng – famous for its dramatic limestone karsts - and Tham Jang Cave before checking into the hotel on the Nam Song riverbank. Explore the town at your leisure for the remainder of the day - don’t miss the stunning sunset - or opt to ride 6km across the river to see Phepouak Cave, which contains a reclined Buddha statue, and stream at the foot of the mountain where you can swim. Return to your hotel for shower.
Overnight in Vang Vieng
After breakfast, depart for Luang Prabang - a city with all the charm of a quaint European town mixed with the wonderful, woodsy spice of Asia. After 12km of riding up and down the hill, stop by to visit the H’mong village before continuing the ride in the valley where limestone mountains stretch beyond the horizon. After 50km, we reach Kasi town for lunch – try the local specialty, sticky rice. From here, strong bikers can choose to ride another 30km, a big uphill climb to the Phu Khuan intersection before driving a couple of hours to Luang Prabang. Upon arrival in Luang Prabang early evening, transfer to the hotel for check in. Dinner tonight is at the hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
After breakfast, head towards Pak Ou Cave, through Road 13 along the winding, hilly road. After 10km, we reach Ban Phannom, home to the Tailu hill tribe, who originally came from China a few centuries ago - chat with the local people and learn more about the traditional method of silk weaving. You can purchase some beautiful wall hangings here. Return to Road 13, head northwards for another 25km, and cross the Nam Ou River by boat to reach the Pak Ou Cave where hundreds of gilded and wooden Buddha statues - ranging in size from a few centimeters to a couple of meters - are housed inside a towering limestone cliff. Return by boat to Luang Prabang for lunch while your bikes will be transferred. After lunch, start the afternoon ride towards Phone Say village. Lying hidden along the Mekong River, the local women here weave textiles while the men fish. This charming village with bumpy dirt roads is perfect if you are looking for an adventure. This is also a good chance to see authentic Lao village life. End the day aboard Mekong Silk boat to enjoy the beautiful sunset (the best times are April to November).
Overnight in Luang Prabang
Today, pedal to the tranquil world of the Kuangsi waterfall, 30km south of town. Stop en route at the Talad Phosy market to witness the locals going about their daily activities. The waterfall, although not very high, is spectacular with its lush surroundings in the nationally protected forest area. There is plenty of time for relaxing and swimming in the clear and cool water. It is also an ideal venue for local families to rest at the weekend. Picnic lunch is served at a shady park nearby Kuangsi waterfall, before driving or cycling back to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon. Back in town, enjoy a quick ride around the city to visit some historical sites including the National Museum, the former Royal Palace housing a collection of valuables, and Wat Xiengthong, the 16th century temple that epitomizes all the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture. Other options include a climb up to Mount Phousi for a panoramic view of Luang Prabang. Return to the hotel and free and easy for the rest of the day. Farewell dinner at the hotel tonight.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
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