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Cultural Marvels and Natural Treasures: From Shanghai to Laos Tour

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From Shanghai to Vientiane
4.7 (35 reviews)
  • Wat Xieng Thong temple with ornate design in Luang Prabang.
  • Beautiful aerial view of a river, bridge, and surrounding green landscape.
  • The Patuxai monument in Vientiane with palm trees lining the approach.
  • Buddha statues in a row, each draped in orange robes.
  • Various skewered food items displayed in a food market.
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  • Aerial view of a traditional Chinese village with many rooftops.
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Operator
TUI China
City & Culture
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Group Tour
Join a group and forge lifelong friendships
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Other languages on request: German, French
Group Size 2 - 25
All Ages Welcome
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Itinerary

  1. Intro

    Introduction

  2. Day 1

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Holiday Inn Express Putuo)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore charming streets of Shanghai
    • Stroll through the city at leisure
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  3. Day 2

    Shanghai

    Shanghai
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Holiday Inn Express Putuo)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Shanghai Museum
    • Explore Yu Garden and old town
    • Wander in the French Concession area
    • Stroll on the Bund
    Landmarks
    Shanghai Museum
    Yu Garden
    The Bund
    Pudong
  4. Day 3

    Shanghai to Kunming

    Shanghai to Kunming
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Kunming Wenhui Hotel)
    Itinerary Image 1Itinerary Image 2
  5. Day 4

    Kunming to Pu'er

    Kunming to Pu'er
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (James Jones Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Nakeli village on the Ancient Tea-Horse Road
    • Pu'er tea-making demonstration and degustation
    • Hike along the ancient Tea & Horse trail towards Pu'er city
    Landmarks
    Nakeli village
  6. Day 5

    Pu'er to Nannuo Mountain to Xishuangbanna

    Pu'er to Nannuo Mountain to Xishuangbanna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Empark Grand Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Hike on Nannuo Mountain tea plantation
    • Tea-making experience
    • Visit typical village of Dai minority
    Landmarks
    Nannuo Mountain
  7. Day 6

    Xishuangbanna

    Xishuangbanna
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Empark Grand Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Visit Tropical Botanical Garden
    • Explore Manting Park
    • Visit General Buddhist Temple
    • Visit Gaozhuang night market
    Landmarks
    Tropical Botanical Garden
    Manting Park
    General Buddhist Temple
    Gaozhuang night market
  8. Day 7

    Xishuangbanna to Luang Prabang

    Xishuangbanna to Luang Prabang
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Villa Chitdara Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Luang Prabang at leisure
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  9. Day 8

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang
    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Villa Chitdara Hotel)

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Luang Prabang morning market
    • Visit ancient temples
    • Explore war relics
    • Visit local crafts
    • National Museum visit
    Landmarks
    National Museum
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  10. Day 9

    Luang Prabang

    Luang Prabang
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Villa Chitdara Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Full-Day Biking On/Off-road Across the Mekong Rice Fields
    • Half-Day Easy Jungle Trek, Village, Boat and Waterfall (3 hours)
    Landmarks
    Tad Sae waterfall
  11. Day 10

    Luang Prabang to Vientiane

    Luang Prabang to Vientiane
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Surestay Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Vientiane at leisure
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  12. Day 11

    Vientiane

    Vientiane
    Meals
    Breakfast
    Accommodation
    Hotel 3* (Surestay Hotel)

    Optional Activities

    • Explore Vientiane on your own
  13. Day 12

    Vientiane

    Vientiane
    End point
    Wattay International Airport (VTE), Souphanouvong Rd., Vientiane Laos (Drop off at Vientiane Airport)
    Meals
    Breakfast

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Where You'll Stay

All accommodations are subject to change

  • Holiday Inn Express Putuo

    Hotel 3*
    Days 1, 2

  • Kunming Wenhui Hotel

    Hotel 3*
    day 3

  • James Jones Hotel

    Hotel 3*
    day 4

  • Empark Grand Hotel

    Hotel 3*
    Days 5, 6

  • Villa Chitdara Hotel

    Hotel 3*
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  • Surestay Hotel

    Hotel 3*
    Days 10, 11

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    Very knowledgeable guide, friendly and would go the extra mile for us. Very punctual, helpful loved Rogan as our...
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  • Anonymous5.0•December 2019
    Rogin Luo was our tour guide and he was excellent! We can not fault his service.
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  • 2 local currencies

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