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Laos’ Leaders and Legends: A Self-Guided tour of Vientiane
Vientiane
Important Information
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Vientiane, the capital Laos, is a peaceful city where people honour their Buddhist heritage and the leaders who shaped the country’s culture and national identity.
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll dive deep into the capital’s story, and hear about its blend of history, folklore, and modern delights.
The tour starts in Fa Ngum Park, where you’ll visit the Three Head Elephant statue that’s now a symbol of the Lane Xang Dynasty. You’ll hear how the historic kingdom counted modern-day Vientiane as part of its territory until the 1700s. You’ll also see the statue of Fa Ngum, the first ruler of a united Laos. As you pass the Lao Mekong Night Bazar, you’ll unpack the history of the Laos-T...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Sinhtech ສິນເທັກ
This tour starts at Fa Ngum Park. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
Return
Kung's Cafe Lao
Itinerary
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Fa Ngum Statue
You'll catch a glimpse of the Fa Ngum Statue, a tribute to the founder of the Lao Kingdom of Lan Xang. Please note that entry to the statue or any surrounding exhibits is not included in this tour.
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King Anouvong Statue
You'll pass by the King Anouvong Statue, a tribute to the last ruler of the Kingdom of Vientiane. Please note that entry to any surrounding exhibits is not included in this tour.
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Vientiane City Pillar Shrine
You'll catch a glimpse of the Vientiane City Pillar (Hor Lak Muang), a sacred monument believed to protect the city. Please note that entry to the pillar or any surrounding structures is not included in this tour.
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King Sisavangvong Statue
You'll pass by the King Sisavangvong Statue, honoring the former ruler of Laos who played a key role in the country's history. Please note that entry to the statue or any surrounding exhibits is not included in this tour.
Laos’ Leaders and Legends: A Self-Guided tour of Vientiane
Vientiane
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Vientiane, the capital Laos, is a peaceful city where people honour their Buddhist heritage and the leaders who shaped the country’s culture and national identity.
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll dive deep into the capital’s story, and hear about its blend of history, folklore, and modern delights.
The tour starts in Fa Ngum Park, where you’ll visit the Three Head Elephant statue that’s now a symbol of the Lane Xang Dynasty. You’ll hear how the historic kingdom counted modern-day Vientiane as part of its territory until the 1700s. You’ll also see the statue of Fa Ngum, the first ruler of a united Laos. As you pass the Lao Mekong Night Bazar, you’ll unpack the history of the Laos-T...
Highlights
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 1 hour to 1 hour and 30 minutes
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
App for Android and iOS
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Meeting Points
Departure
Sinhtech ສິນເທັກ
This tour starts at Fa Ngum Park. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
