Luang Prabang City Tour & Kuang Si Waterfalls

1. Alms Giving Ceremony
   30m
   [5:30 am opition only] In Buddhism, alms or almsgiving is the respect given by a lay Buddhist to a Buddhist monk, nun, spiritually-developed person or other sentient being. It is not charity as presumed by Western interpreters. It is important to know the ceremony is also a spiritual practice to accumulate good karma for those who give the alms. It is closer to a symbolic connection to the spiritual realm and to show humbleness and respect in the presence of the secular society. The act of almsgiving connects the human to the monk and what he represents.
   
   The morning alms giving is a living Buddhist tradition for the people of Luang Prabang which, because of its beauty, has become a major tourist attraction. However, when tourists are unaware of its customs their inappropriate behaviors can be disruptive.
2. The Morning Market
   20m
   [5:30 opition tour only] I Following alms giving, we visit a local morning market. Luang Prabang morning market lining a couple of quiet streets near the Royal Palace, starts early and is over by mid-morning. It sets up along a couple of side-streets next to one of the city’s many Wats. A butcher and some of the more touristy stalls have actual tables for their wares. But most of the vendors, selling anything from rice, to fresh vegetables, to steamed fish, frogs, and anything else that might be the day’s catch, just set up on the ground.
   
   We go back to your accommodation and have a free time for breakfast until 8:30 am.
3. Royal Palace Museum
   1h · Admission ticket not included
   [The museum is closed on the last Thursday of every month and cannot be visited] Explore the former royal residence and discover the story of the Lao royal family through its rooms and collections. Your guide will tailor the explanations to make the visit engaging for the whole family.
4. Mount Phousi
   30m · Admission ticket not included
   Climb the steps to the summit for panoramic views over the old town, the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers, and the surrounding mountains. The climb is optional; if you prefer a gentler morning, your guide can adjust the route.
5. Wat Prah Buddhabat
   15m
   Visit this local temple for a Buddhist blessing, subject to the monk’s availability. The ritual includes a sprinkling of holy water and the tying of cotton threads around your wrists, with wishes for well-being and good fortune.
6. Wat Xiengthong
   40m · Admission ticket not included
   Discover one of Luang Prabang’s most important historic temples, known for its graceful, sweeping roofs and intricate decoration. Your guide will introduce its history and explain some of the stories behind the artwork.
7. Riverview Park
   10m
   Finish with a short walk to the tip of the peninsula, where the Nam Khan River meets the Mekong.
8. Kuang Si Falls
   2h 30m · Admission ticket not included
   Kuang Si Waterfalls
9. 15m
   Visit Kuang Si Heritage Rice Farm for terraced-field scenery and fresh sugarcane juice, and finish with a Mekong sunset cruise
10. 2h
    [Joint tour options only] The journey continues as we follow the water's path to the Kuang Si Heritage Rice Farm. Witness how the falls' water irrigates the terraced paddies and taste fresh, traditionally pressed sugarcane juice. You'll see firsthand the vital connection between the forest, the water, and the local way of life.
    
    Conclude your unforgettable day with a magnificent sunset cruise, returning to Luang Prabang around 6:30 PM. This gentle journey back on the Mekong perfectly captures the tranquil spirit of your adventure.

Pickup details

We will pick you up from any accommodation in Luang Prabang city.
Choose the 5:30 tour start if you want to participate in the early morning almsgiving

• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels