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Luang Prabang Alm Giving, Temples and Pak Ou Caves Private Tour
Luang Prabang, Laos
$312
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Witness the daily ritual of Alms Giving in Luang Prabang as monks collect offerings at dawn. After this spiritual experience, explore the vibrant morning market, then visit stunning landmarks like Wat Xieng Thong and the Royal Palace Museum. Ascend Mount Phousi for breathtaking views, followed by a serene Mekong River cruise to the sacred Pak Ou Caves filled with Buddha statues. Enjoy a riverside lunch and stop at a weaving village on your return. This private tour offers a deep dive into Laotian culture and history, making it perfect for travelers seeking unique cultural experiences.
- Includes hotel pickup/drop-off, lunch, and an English-speaking guide
- Experience and know about daily routine of Monk/Novices for Alms Giving
- Private tour ideal for those interested in local traditions and history
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang
- Relax on the Mekong Cruise to Buddha Cave
- Includes hotel pickup/drop-off, lunch, and an English-speaking guide
- Experience and know about daily routine of Monk/Novices for Alms Giving
- Private tour ideal for those interested in local traditions and history
- Visit the UNESCO World Heritage town of Luang Prabang
- Relax on the Mekong Cruise to Buddha Cave
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Luang Prabang Alm Giving, Temples and Pak Ou Caves Private Tour
Pickup included
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 11 hours
- English Speaking Tour Guide
- Hotel pickup and Drop off
- Drinking Water
- Boat
- Lunch
- Traditional Lao offering set (sticky rice, banana, snacks)
- Local-style scarf to wear during the ceremony
- Admission Fee
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Luang PrabangOur driver will pickup you up from your hotel and direct to Ceremony.
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Luang PrabangAs dawn breaks and the air remains cool and serene, nearly three hundred saffron-robed monks emerge from their monasteries and silently walk in single file through the town. With bronze alms bowls in hand, they collect offerings of sticky rice and other foods from local residents and visitors alike. This daily procession, known as Tak Bat, is a deeply rooted Buddhist tradition symbolizing humility, gratitude, and the interdependence between the monastic and lay communities. After this moving experience, take a leisurely stroll through Luang Prabang’s bustling morning market. Here, the town comes alive with color and energy as locals haggle over fresh produce, meats, herbs, and spices. It’s a sensory feast and a wonderful opportunity to observe daily life in this UNESCO World Heritage town.
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Your cultural journey continues with visits to some of Luang Prabang’s most revered landmarks. Begin at Wat Xieng Thong, a masterpiece of Lao temple architecture adorned with intricate mosaics and sweeping roofs that nearly touch the ground.
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Wat Mai SuwannaphumahamThen head to Wat Mai, known for its richly gilded façade and historical significance.
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Royal Palace MuseumFrom there, explore the former Royal Palace, a stately building that once housed the royal family of the Lang Xang Kingdom. Now serving as the National Museum, its halls are filled with rare religious artifacts, royal regalia, and cultural treasures that offer insight into Laos’ regal past.
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Mount PhousiNext, ascend the 328 steps of Mount Phousi, a sacred hill that offers panoramic views of Luang Prabang, the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, and the surrounding mountains. It’s a rewarding climb and a perfect spot for reflection and photography.
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Pak Ou CavesIn the afternoon, embark on a scenic boat ride along the tea-colored waters of the Mekong River. Your destination is the mystical Pak Ou Caves, nestled into limestone cliffs at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Ou rivers. These sacred caves are filled with hundreds of Buddha statues—some ancient, some newly placed—left by pilgrims over centuries. The sheer number and variety of statues crammed into the cave’s crevices is truly awe-inspiring.
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Nam Ou RiverEnjoy a riverside lunch at the charming Mekong Back restaurant, where you’ll savor local flavors while gazing out over the tranquil river. On your return journey, stop at a traditional village known for its skilled weavers working on ancient looms. Watch as they create beautiful textiles using age-old techniques passed down through generations.
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Luang PrabangYou’ll arrive back in town in the early afternoon, enriched by a day of spiritual discovery, cultural immersion, and natural beauty. Our Tour Guide will take care you back to your hotel.
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Luang Prabang Alm Giving, Temples and Pak Ou Caves Private Tour
Luang Prabang, Laos
$312
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!