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Day 5: Luang Prabang includes cruise on Mekong River and visits to rural villages like Ban Ouay Hmong Hill tribe, Ban Ou Lowland Lao and Ban Thapene Khmu village. You will also visit Khouangsi Waterfall.

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Scenic Train Journey: Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu 8-Day

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From Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu

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Our experience was meaningful and enjoyable. The drivers were mature and experienced enough to make the required adjustments.
Patricia, traveled in April
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Operator: Legend Travel Group
In-depth Cultural: Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
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Fully Guided: An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity: Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English: Other languages on request: German, Italian, French, Spanish
Group Size 2 - 12
All Ages Welcome

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Itinerary

Day 1
Vientiane
Start point
Wattay International Airport (VTE), Souphanouvong Rd., Vientiane Laos (Airport pick up includes)
Meals
Dinner (Welcome dinner at a fine restaurant)
Included Activities
- Visit Wat Sisaket
- Visit Wat Prakeo
- Stop at That Luang Stupa
- Photo opportunity at Patuxay Monument
- Welcome dinner at a fine restaurant
Landmarks
Wat Sisaket
Wat Prakeo
That Luang Stupa
Patuxay Monument
Day 2
Vientiane to Vang Vieng
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Express train to Vang Vieng
- Visit Tham Jang caves
- Drive through paddy fields
- Visit Tham Phoukham caves
- Meet local villagers and learn about their lifestyle
- Swim in natural pool at the caves
Landmarks
Tham Jang
Tham Phoukham
Day 3
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Express train to Luang Prabang
- Visit National Museum at former Royal Palace
- Climb Mount Phousi
- Visit sacred gilded stupa
- Explore Night Market
Landmarks
National Museum at former Royal Palace
Mount Phousi
Night Market
Day 4
Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Upstream cruise on Mekong River
- Visit Pak Ou Caves
- Stop at Ban Muangkeo village
- Stop at Ban Xiengmene village
- Climb to Wat Chomphet
- Visit Ban Xang Khong village
- Visit Ban Xieng Lek village
Landmarks
Pak Ou Caves
Ban Muangkeo
Wat Chomphet
Ban Xang Khong
Ban Xieng Lek
Day 5
Luang Prabang
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Ban Phavie village)
Included Activities
- Visit Khmu village of Ban Longlao Nung
- Visit Hmong village of Ban Longlao Song
- Tour Buffalo Dairy Farm (40 minutes)
- Feed and wash buffalo
- Attend milking demonstration
- Feed chickens and rabbits
- Visit ethnic minority villages
- Visit Kuang Si Waterfall
- Swim in turquoise pools at waterfall
- Walk forest paths
- Stop at Wat Phabath for sunset viewing
Landmarks
Ban Longlao Nung
Ban Longlao Song
Buffalo Dairy Farm
Kuang Si Waterfall
Wat Phabath
Day 6
Luang Prabang to Oudomxay
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Express train to Oudomxay
- Short jungle trek to Namkat waterfall
Landmarks
Namkat waterfall
Day 7
Oudomxay
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch in Ban Phavie village)
Included Activities
- Trek towards Pak Khai
- Mountain trail trek along stream
- Meet local farmers
- Learn about farming practices
- Visit Ban Phavie Khamu village
- Visit nearby waterfalls
- Relax in waterfall pools
Landmarks
Nam Pak River
Pak Khai
Ban Phavie
Day 8
Oudomxay to Dien Bien Phu (Vietnam)
End point
Điện Biên Phủ, Điện Biên, Vietnam (Trip concludes at the Border (Tay Trang Border), 12:00 - 12:30)
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Stop at Pak Nam Noi village
- Visit village market
- Leisurely stroll around Khamu village
- Visit temple
Landmarks
Pak Nam Noi
Sop Houn Border

Landmarks
Wat Sisaket
Wat Prakeo
That Luang Stupa
Patuxay Monument

Landmarks
Tham Jang
Tham Phoukham

Landmarks
National Museum at former Royal Palace
Mount Phousi
Night Market

Landmarks
Pak Ou Caves
Ban Muangkeo
Wat Chomphet
Ban Xang Khong
Ban Xieng Lek

Landmarks
Ban Longlao Nung
Ban Longlao Song
Buffalo Dairy Farm
Kuang Si Waterfall
Wat Phabath

Landmarks
Namkat waterfall

Landmarks
Nam Pak River
Pak Khai
Ban Phavie

Landmarks
Pak Nam Noi
Sop Houn Border

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4.3

Overall rating based on 4 Reviews

Itinerary
4.0
Transport
5.0
Guide
5.0
Accommodation
4.7
Food
4.7
Tour Operator
4.7

Patricia
April 1st, 2023
4.0
Our guide in Vientiane and Wong, our guide to Luang Prabang, made our entire experience meaningful and enjoyable. It...
Our guide in Vientiane and Wong, our guide to Luang Prabang, made our entire experience meaningful and enjoyable. It is possible Legend Travel has internal challenges, as the prearranged tour was changed, and the final itinerary provided was “last minute” and not what we agreed to in December. We are flexible travelers, and Wong and our drivers were all mature and experienced enough to make the required adjustments. I give the guides/drivers a solid 10 and the tour company a 4.Show more
Traveled in March 2023
Reply from: Legend Travel Group
Dear Patricia, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on our "Scenic Train Journey: Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu 8-Day" tour. We're delighted to hear that our guides, especially in Vientiane and Wong in Luang Prabang, along with our drivers, made your journey meaningful and enjoyable. Their dedication and expertise are integral to the experiences we strive to offer, and your praise for their efforts is greatly appreciated. We sincerely apologize for the challenges you encountered with the changes to the prearranged tour and the last-minute itinerary adjustments. We understand how important it is for our guests to feel confident and assured in their travel plans. It's clear we fell short in this regard, and for that, we are truly sorry. At Legend Travel Group, we value transparency and commitment to our agreements, and we will take immediate steps to review our internal processes to prevent such discrepancies in the future. Your flexibility and understanding are commendable, and we're relieved to know that our experienced team was able to adapt and ensure your trip remained enjoyable. However, we recognize the importance of meeting our guests' expectations from the outset, and we will work diligently to improve our communication and planning. We're grateful for your honest review, as it helps us identify areas for improvement. Your feedback is instrumental in our ongoing efforts to enhance our services and ensure that all aspects of our tours reflect the high standards our guests expect. Thank you again for choosing Legend Travel Group. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on another journey, where we can demonstrate our commitment to excellence in every aspect of your experience. Warmest regards, Tony Bui & the Legend Travel Group Team
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June
February 22nd, 2023
3.0
Laos appeals to people interested in different things: mountain hiking and climbing, history and culture, and to the...
Laos appeals to people interested in different things: mountain hiking and climbing, history and culture, and to the traveler who looks for a country that is not a touristed place. I have several recommendations to improve the trip we took: 1. Vientiane would be more interesting if information about the government of Laos,and a history of how Vientiane came to be the capitol was included. We like guides who want to share information on what we are seeing! 2. DO NOT TAKE PEOPLE ON A 3 DAY VAN RIDE FROM Vientiane to Luang Prabang! The roads are the worst we have ever encountered and three days is too much!Show more
Traveled in January 2023
Reply from: Legend Travel Group
Dear June Krantz - Thank you for taking the time to review your private tour of Laos with us. We appreciate your feedback and recommendations to improve the trip. We are glad to hear that Laos appealed to your interests and that you found the country to be a less touristed place. We understand your suggestions regarding Vientiane, and we will work on incorporating more information about the government of Laos and the history of how Vientiane came to be the capital into our tours. We appreciate your feedback on the importance of having knowledgeable guides who want to share information about what we are seeing. Regarding your experience with the 3-day van ride from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, we apologize for the inconvenience and discomfort you experienced. We understand that the roads can be challenging, and we appreciate your feedback. We will review this aspect of the tour and consider alternative transportation options to ensure that our guests have a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Thank you once again for your valuable feedback, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Laos or any other destination in the future. Best regards, Tony Bui - Legend Travel Group
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BarbaraFox
September 13th, 2022
5.0
Excellent agency Went to Laos for 6-days tour in last August. Met the Legend Travel agency and I am so happy to...
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Traveled in September 2022
Reply from: Legend Travel Group
Dear Ms. Barbara - I would like to thank you for your wonderful comments of your incredible trip with TourRadar & Legend Travel Group in Vietnam! Your 5* comments are our inspiration & helps us very much about improving our services & personnel! I do hope to server you again in your next dream trips! Keep in touch - happy family you are! Best Regards, Tony Bui - on behalf of Legend Travel Group Team!
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JohnSAlford
August 15th, 2022
5.0
Overall great service!!! The pick-up was always on time and the guides were friendly and had good English speaking...
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Traveled in August 2022
Reply from: Legend Travel Group
Dear Mr. John S Alford - I would like to thank you for your wonderful comments of your incredible trip with TourRadar & Legend Travel Group in Vietnam! Your 5* comments are our inspiration & helps us very much about improving our services & personnel! I do hope to server you again in the your next dream trips! Keep in touch - happy family you are! Best Regards, Tony Bui - on behalf of Legend Travel Group Team!
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Asked on April 14th, 2023
do the hotels in this tour have swimming pools?
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- Legend Travel GroupOperator•Written April 2023
  If you wish to have a 5-star hotel with pools for your entire trip, we are glad to upgrade your accommodation accordingly.
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  Kathleen
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  give me price for 5 star hotel in Luang Prabang only
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  Kathleen
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  What's the name of the hotel?
- Legend Travel GroupOperator•Written April 2023
  You will be staying at: Kiridara Hotel - 5-star or similar
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Ron
Asked on August 14th, 2022
Are malarial prophylactics recommended for travel in December?
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- Legend Travel GroupOperator•Written August 2022
  Day 5: Luang Prabang includes cruise on Mekong River and visits to rural villages like Ban Ouay Hmong Hill tribe, Ban Ou Lowland Lao and Ban Thapene Khmu village. You will also visit Khouangsi Waterfall.

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- These are only indications, so please visit your doctor before you travel to be 100% sure.
- Typhoid - Recommended for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Hepatitis A - Recommended for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Cholera - Recommended for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
- Tuberculosis - Recommended for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
- Hepatitis B - Recommended for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
- Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
- Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Laos.Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
- Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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