A spectacular tour of Laos that every photography lover should experience. Whether you are new to photography or a qualified professional, Gunther Deichmann can pass on his expertise to help you get that extra special shot in the inspirational land of Laos. An expert at working with light and creating stunning photos, Gunther has travelled to numerous countries and built a comprehensive photo library of spellbinding work.

Commencing in Luang Prabang, a romantic city that can be explored on foot and ideal for architectural photography, guests visit the former Royal Palace that is now the National Museum before touring a number of local Wats. These include the 5 tiered Wat Mai with golden bas reliefs, Wats Sene with its golden facade and Wat Xieng Thong.

Continue your tour of Laos with a visit to the elusive Pak Ou caves along the Mekong River by boat. Locally referred to as Tam Ting, these two caves are carved out of towering limestone cliffs and contain thousands of lacquered Buddha statues.

A trip to the elephant camp just outside Luang Prabang allows the chance to ride on the back of an elephant in lush natural surroundings. From the elephant camp we transfer to the amazing waterfalls of Tad Sae to relax and unwind, or even go for a swim.

We depart Luang Prabang and head to Vientiane to absorb the charm of this quaint capital and its impressive religious structures that include Wat Phra Keo and Patuxay monument. A full day guided tour uncovers the hidden charms of this capital, finishing with a gentle stroll along the banks of the Mekong.

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Begin your tour at the former Royal Palace, now known as the National Museum that exhibits a fine collection of art and jewels. From here continue on foot to Wat Mai then Wat Sene, finishing at Wat Xieng Thong before taking lunch. In the afternoon visit Wat Visoun and see the famous Watermelon Stupa.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Witness the collecting of alms by monks from faithful residents in the early morning. We then continue on to a morning market to see the diverse range of products on offer. In the afternoon a cruise up the Mekong takes you to Pak Ou Caves and its gold covered statues.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Head to the countryside of Luang Prabang to see protected Asian elephants at an elephant park. Embark on a 1 hour ride through the thick forest following the Nam Khan River. Afterwards visit the amazing waterfalls of Tad Sae. Spend the evening exploring Luang Prabang at your own pace. 

Overnight in Luang Prabang.

Free time at leisure until transfering for your flight. Arrive in Vientiane and as the sun begins to set take a guided walk along the banks of the Mekong.

Overnight in Vientiane

Enjoy a day's guided tour to discover the beauty of Vientiane. Begin at Wat Sisaket, the only temple left intact after the Siamese (Thai) invasion in 1828. Continue on to the nearby Wat Phra Keo. This afternoon, continue to the Patuxay monument, Laos' version of the Arc de Triomphe, where you can climb the stairs to the roof for sweeping panoramic views of the city.

Overnight in Vientiane

Free time at leisure until your transfer for your onward flight.