A full day inside and around Pakse: a boat on the Mekong, weaving and stone-carving villages, the confluence of two rivers, the main market and sunset from Wat Phu Salao. Ideal for travellers who arrive or leave the same day and still want a real sense of the town.
- Boat to Don Kho Island
- Ban Saphai weaving and Buddha carving village
- Confluence of the Xe Don and the Mekong
- Pakse Museum and Dao Heuang Market
- Golden Buddha / Wat Phu Salao viewpoint
Day 1 Pakse and the Mekong
Departure: 08:00. Boat to Don Kho, Ban Saphai handicrafts, Wat Chomphet, Bung Udom and Pun Tao Kong Shrine at the confluence. Afternoon: Pakse Museum, Dao Heuang Market, Wat Phu Salao Golden Buddha. Vehicle/boat journey: approximately 45 km. Meals: not included.
What's included
- Private transport by boat and tuk-tuk
- All entrance fees mentioned in the program
- Bottled water
What's not included
- Guide (available on request)
- Lunch and extra meals
- Tips, insurance, personal expenses
Optional upgrades
- Qualified guide (English or French)
- Lunch in a local restaurant
- Extra time at the Golden Buddha for sunset
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