Ban Hom Excursion
Half Day Excursion near Vientiane
Itinerary
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• Drive to the agricultural village of Ban Hom Tai,
located 16 kilometers from Vientiane and on the banks of the
mighty Mekong River.
• On the way, stop Ban Bo Ow and visit the unique temple
of Vat Khan Tha, featuring a large Emerald Buddha atop the
“seven steps of paradise” on the beautiful fresco
filled ceremonial house.
• Upon arrival at Ban Hom, explore a few of the nicely
preserved temples in the village. Continue to visit a primary
school and perhaps observe a lesson or presentation.
• Next watch a weaving demonstration and observe the
process involved in creating these wonderful fabrics.
• Visit some of the agricultural plantations to learn
some of the traditional methods of farming.
• Around 4:00 PM each afternoon, you can observe the
local villagers, fishing in the Mekong River.
• Next visit the Tobacco factory which has made Ban Hom
famous for producing the best quality tobacco in the region.
• On the way back to Vientiane, stop at Ban Done Ka Say,
often called “Island Village” because it is surrounded
by rice fields on all sides. This charming little village
is well known for producing many different kinds of exotic
fruits and vegetables. Walk among the plantations and visit
the local school and temple.
• Return to Vientiane
Fast facts
| Tour departure: |
Daily from Vientiane hotels |
| Duration (approximate): |
13:30 – 17:30 hrs |
| Transfer from/to hotel included |
YES |
| Meals included |
NO |
Seat-in-coach tour
|
NO |
| Private tour |
Minimum 1 people / Maximum 8 people |
| Language |
English, French |
Prices
01/10/09 - 31/10/10
(LA) Half Day Ban Hom Excursion (Vientiane)
Rates per person in US Dollar |
|
Private Groups Price |
| 1 Pax |
2 Pax |
3-5 Pax |
6-9 Pax |
| 85 |
48 |
34 |
29 |
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