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Laos’ Leaders and Legends: A Self-Guided tour of Vientiane

New1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
Laos’ Leaders and Legends: A Self-Guided tour of Vientiane

About this activity

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-Thai relationship before coming face-to-face with King (Chao) Annouvong, the last King of Vientiane.

On this 60-minute tour, you’ll gain insight into the country’s vibrant identity, its struggle for independence, and its spiritual and historical landmarks.

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

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone and headphones
  • ✕Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Meeting and pickup

  • 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.

Good to know

  • 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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