Private Tour
Luang Prabang Alms Giving Ceremony and Mekong Cruise with Lunch
Overview
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10 hours
Mobile ticket
Immerse yourself in the rich culture of Luang Prabang with this private tour featuring the sacred alms giving ceremony. Witness the serene procession of saffron-robed monks collecting offerings at dawn, and learn about its significance from your expert guide. After breakfast, enjoy a relaxing cruise on the Mekong River toward the mystical Pak Ou Caves, filled with thousands of Buddha statues. Savor a delicious lunch at a riverside restaurant and visit a traditional weaving village to see artisans at work, preserving ancient techniques.
- Expert English-speaking guide to enrich your cultural experience
- Experience and know about daily routine of Monk/Novice for Alms Giving
- Scenic boat ride to Pak Ou Caves, a revered pilgrimage site
- Enjoy a tasty lunch with authentic Lao flavors at the Mekong Back restaurant
- Relax on the Mekong Cruise to Buddha Cave and Visit whisky villages (Lao Alcohol Village)
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
To show respect for the local culture when visiting temples, kindly ensure that you wear attire that covers the knees, such as a long dress or trousers.
Please bring your passport copy with you
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Luang Prabang
Your tour will start by hotel pickup then head out to join Arm Giving Ceremony. As the sun rises and temple gongs echo through the quiet streets, witness one of Southeast Asia’s most sacred rituals: the daily alms giving ceremony. Around 300 young monks in saffron robes walk silently in a solemn procession, collecting offerings of sticky rice and food in their bronze bowls. This centuries-old tradition reflects the Buddhist values of humility and compassion. Your guide will help you respectfully participate in the ritual and explain its spiritual significance.
Pak Ou Caves
After the ceremony, take a leisurely stroll through Luang Prabang’s bustling morning market. Watch locals haggle over fresh produce, meats, and herbs, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of daily life. Return to your hotel for breakfast before embarking on a scenic boat journey along the Mekong River. Cruise through tea-colored waters toward the mystical Pak Ou Caves, a revered pilgrimage site filled with thousands of Buddha statues of all shapes and sizes, tucked into limestone grottoes.
What‘s Included
Private Boat
Admission Fee
Local-style scarf to wear during the ceremony
Traditional Lao offering set (sticky rice, banana, snacks)
Lunch
Drinking Water
Hotel Pickup and Drop off
English Speaking Tour Guide
Pickup points
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Luang Prabang Alms Giving Ceremony and Mekong Cruise with Lunch
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