From Phonsavan: Plain of Jars and Long Cheng Tour
ID: GYG904989-1418125
Category:
Country: Laos
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the Plain of Jars and Long Cheng on a guided tour from Phonsavan. Visit the Ban Naphia village, learn about the Vietnam War, and see the mysterious stone jars.
Day: 1
Start your trip from Phonsavan and visit the Plain of Jars, a land of mystery with giant stone jars. The site features over 2,000 large stone jars, some reaching up to 3 meters in height and weighing several tons. Their purpose remains a mystery, although theories suggest they were used for funerary practices or possibly as storage containers.
Next, visit Ban Naphia, a well-known spoon-making village from scrap metal. Each day, the village produces 1,000 spoons, which are traded at the Phonsavan market.
Continue to Long Cheng, which was once a major military base during the Vietnam War. It's a fascinating place to visit and learn about this period of history. There are a number of abandoned buildings and structures to explore. Spend the night at Long Cheng Guesthouse.
Day: 2
After breakfast in Long Cheng continue to Xaisomboun and visit Phoukoua Loun. Stop for lunch in the Anouvong district, then drive to Vientiane and be dropped off at your hotel.
Highlights
- Explore the Plain of Jars, a mysterious archaeological site
- Visit the Ban Naphia village, known for its spoon-making industry
- Learn about the Vietnam War at the Long Cheng military base
- Discover the history of the area with a knowledgeable guide
- Enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off in Phonsavan
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Be prepared for varying weather conditions
Respect local customs and traditions at historical sites
INCLUDED
- Transportation by car or van
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Driver as guide
- Visit to the Plain of Jars
- Visit to Ban Naphia
- Visit to Long Cheng
- Long Cheng guesthouse
- Entrance fees
- Meals: 2 lunches, 1 breakfast, and 1 dinner
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
