1 DAY SIGHTSEEING TOUR AROUND XIANGKHOUANG
Trip Overview
Join our 1-Day sightseeing tour around Xiangkhouang and discover the magical Plain of Jars and ancient stupas around Xiangkhouang!
Itinerary
DAY 1: XIANGKHOUANG – PLAIN OF JARS AND AROUND
Meet your guide at 8:00 AM at your hotel to start this magical journey around Xiangkhouang! First visit the local market to experience the true Lao lifestyle then transfer to the Jar Site 2, where 93 jars atop a ridge are facing rice fields and villages. Continue to the must-see Jar Site 3, climbing up a hill to a spot of 150 jars. Take your time to feel and enjoy the mysterious and fascinating atmosphere of this archeological place, as well as the great views over the surrounding countryside!
Your guide will then take you to a local restaurant for a well-deserved lunch break.
Then your guide will drive you to the nearby ancient town of Muang Khoun, nearby Xiangkhouang, to explore the ruins of ancient pagodas and temples amongst: Wat Tad Fun, Wat Chom Phet and Wat Phiawat, with its giant sitting Buddha. Walking amongst the ruins, try to imagine and feel the centuries of royal history and the kingdom’s former glory.
Your journey will then take you to the stunning Jar Site 1, the main Jar site. After this last site, your guide will drive you back to Phonsavan and drop you at your hotel by late afternoon.
Things to bring on your tour
- Shoes you do not mind getting muddy (especially during the rainy season)
- Sunscreen and hat
- Your camera
Please let us know if you are vegetarian!
Prices
Start 100 - 200 USD each person
Included:
- Services of an English speaking guide throughout the tour
- Drinking water & cool towel during the tour
- Transportation with air-conditioning
- 10% Government tax
- All entrance fees
Excluded:
- Any drinks not listed above (e.g. alcohol)
- Tips