The 7.5 kilometers of Nam Hinboun flows through the cave of Konglor. It is the longest and grandest cave in Laos measuring up to 70-80 meters in some places. Climb to the dark summit to see the top of the waterfall. It is a true cave explorer's experience complete with darkness and small spaces. When light shines on the water, you will be amazed by how clear it is.

DESTINATIONS

• Sala Hinboun, the Laos traditional residence built entirely in local timber
• The famous Kong Lor Cave

HIGHLIGHTS

• Boat trip on Hin Boun River to enjoy the stunning limestone karst scenery
• Explore the spectacular Kong Lor cave

ITINERARY

[Day 1] Kong Lor Cave Exploration
Meals: lunch | Accommodation: hotel

You'll be picked up from your hotel this morning and travel South of the capital city. Enroute, we stop at Prabaht Ponsan, an Ancient stupa dating back to the 15th Century. It is also home of the Ancient Buddha footprint, discovered in 1933, and now an important religious site in Laos. After lunch, we continue onwards into Khammoune province to get into the mountainous area, where a stop at a view point near Khoun Kham offers a breathtaking view over the surrounding area. We eventually reach Ban Naphouak, where we board a local boat on the Hin Boun River. The journey upstream takes us pass some stunning limestone karst scenery, as well as a number of villages with smiling waving children. We reach your accommodation for the overnight at Sala Hin Boun in the late afternoon. You have the rest of the day at leisure.

[Day 2] Sala Hin Boun - Kong Lor Cave
Meals: breakfast and lunch | Accommodation: hotel

After breakfast at Sala Hin Boun we continue by boat upriver to Kong Lor village, where you have the chance to explore the beautiful surrounding natures, before boarding a smaller boat into the famous Kong Lor Cave. We navigate through the cave, which is over 7km long and includes a spectacular cavern over 100m high. Lunch is served in a remote village on the other side of the cave. We will return to Sala Hin Boun before sunset.

[Day 3] Sala Hin Boun – Vientiane
Meals: breakfast and lunch | Accommodation: N/A

After breakfast, we set off by road to Naphouak before heading south by boat through some of the most spectacular gorges found in Southeast Asia. Along the way, we make a stop for lunch at a picturesque Lao Loum village, and then we are picked up by car and transferred directly to Vientiane. Trip ends.

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PRICE PER PERSON (Valid until 30 April 2012)

Solo: $591
For 2 participants: $449
Single supplement: $45

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Included

• Travel in an appropriate air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced driver
• Meals as indicated
• Private boat trip
• English-speaking guide
• All entrance fees
• Government fund and all taxes
• Water and cold towel on sightseeing tour.

Not included

• Beverages, guide gratuities and personal expenses.
• Camera fees (if any)
• Surcharge in peak season (Christmas & New Year)
• Personal insurance