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Scenic Train Journey: Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu 8-Day

8 days
From Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu
4.3
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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Guided in English
Group Size 2 - 12
All Ages Welcome
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Highlights

  • Explore ancient temples in Vientiane
  • Swim in natural pools at Tham Phoukham
  • Cruise the Mekong to sacred Pak Ou Caves
  • Interact with ethnic groups in Ban Long Lao
  • Trek to waterfalls in lush Laotian jungles

Itinerary

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  1. Introduction
  1. Day 1 Vientiane arrival (D)
  2. Day 2 Vientiane - Vang Vieng by Express Train (B, L)
  3. Day 3 Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang by Express Train. (B, L)
  4. Day 4 Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves (B, L)
  5. Day 5 Luang Prabang - Ban Long Lao - Kuangsi Waterfalls - no trekking. (B, L)
  6. Day 6 Luang Prabang - Oudomxay (Namkat Yolapa) by Express Train (B, L)
  7. Day 7 Namkat Yolapa - Muang La (B, L)
  8. Day 8 Oudomxay - Dien Bien Phu (B)
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  • Overall Rating
    Excellent
    4.3
  • Itinerary
    Good
    4.0
  • Guide
    Excellent
    5.0
  • Transport
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    5.0
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  • 4.7
  • Scenic Train Journey: Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu 8-Day reviewer 1
    · April 1st, 2023
    Our guide in Vientiane and Wong, our guide to Luang Prabang, made our entire experience meaningful and enjoyable. It is possible Legend Travel has internal challenges, as the prearranged tour was changed, and the final itinerary provided was “last minute” and not what we agreed to in December. We are flexible travelers, and Wong and our drivers were all mature and experienced enough to make the required adjustments. I give the guides/drivers a solid 10 and the tour company a 4.
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    Legend Travel Group commented on this review
    Dear Patricia, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on our "Scenic Train Journey: Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu 8-Day" tour. We're delighted to hear that our guides, especially in Vientiane and Wong in Luang Prabang, along with our... Show more
    Trip date: March 2023
  • Scenic Train Journey: Vientiane to Dien Bien Phu 8-Day reviewer 2
    · February 23rd, 2023
    Laos appeals to people interested in different things: mountain hiking and climbing, history and culture, and to the traveler who looks for a country that is not a touristed place. I have several recommendations to improve the trip we took: 1. Vientiane would be more interesting if information about the government of Laos,and a history of how Vientiane came to be the capitol was included. We like guides who want to share information on what we are seeing! 2. DO NOT TAKE PEOPLE ON A 3 DAY VAN RIDE FROM Vientiane to Luang Prabang! The roads are the worst we have ever encountered and three days is too much!
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    Legend Travel Group commented on this review
    Dear June Krantz - Thank you for taking the time to review your private tour of Laos with us. We appreciate your feedback and recommendations to improve the trip. We are glad to hear that Laos appealed to your interests and that you found the country... Show more
    Trip date: January 2023
  • B
    · September 13th, 2022
    Excellent agency Went to Laos for 6-days tour in last August. Met the Legend Travel agency and I am so happy to announce that they are perfect. Making the schedule for a three week stay and Always on time, having the best guides, they had huge knowledge and assisted me as a tourist in best manners. Will highly recommend this travel agency, Barbara Fox.
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    Legend Travel Group commented on this review
    Dear Ms. Barbara - I would like to thank you for your wonderful comments of your incredible trip with TourRadar & Legend Travel Group in Vietnam! Your 5* comments are our inspiration & helps us very much about improving our services & personnel! I do... Show more
    Trip date: September 2022
  • J
    · August 15th, 2022
    Overall great service!!! The pick-up was always on time and the guides were friendly and had good English speaking skills. Laos is really nice and still quiet country, good destination for adventure travelers who love exploring wild places! Luang Prabang is really beautiful "must-see" country - Laos is! We really enjoyed the trip!
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    Legend Travel Group commented on this review
    Dear Mr. John S Alford - I would like to thank you for your wonderful comments of your incredible trip with TourRadar & Legend Travel Group in Vietnam! Your 5* comments are our inspiration & helps us very much about improving our services & personnel!... Show more
    Trip date: August 2022

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    Kathleen

    Asked on April 14th, 2023

    do the hotels in this tour have swimming pools?

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    • Legend Travel GroupOperatorWritten April 2023

      If you wish to have a 5-star hotel with pools for your entire trip, we are glad to upgrade your accommodation accordingly.

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      Kathleen

      TravelerWritten April 2023

      give me price for 5 star hotel in Luang Prabang only

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      Kathleen

      TravelerWritten April 2023

      What's the name of the hotel?

    • Legend Travel GroupOperatorWritten April 2023

      You will be staying at: Kiridara Hotel - 5-star or similar

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    Ron

    Asked on August 14th, 2022

    Are malarial prophylactics recommended for travel in December?

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    • Legend Travel GroupOperatorWritten August 2022

      Day 5: Luang Prabang includes cruise on Mekong River and visits to rural villages like Ban Ouay Hmong Hill tribe, Ban Ou Lowland Lao and Ban Thapene Khmu village. You will also visit Khouangsi Waterfall.

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    • Typhoid - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Hepatitis A - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Cholera - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 weeks before travel.
    • Tuberculosis - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 3 months before travel.
    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 2 months before travel.
    • Yellow fever - Certificate of vaccination required if arriving from an area with a risk of yellow fever transmission for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 10 days before travel.
    • Japanese B encephalitis - Recommended for Laos and Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
    • Rabies - Recommended for Vietnam. Ideally 1 month before travel.
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