Sun 11 Aug 19
redspokes Laos - Northern Loop Cycle Adventure Holiday
redspokes Laos Northern Loop cycling holiday begins in UNESCO World Heritage town Luang Prabang. Departing the city, we have a tough first day in the saddle, cycling a mountainous route with a back drop of spectacular karst peaks. We head on through the north east and the Phou Bia mountains, one of the highest mountain ranges in Laos.
We reach the legendary Plain of Jars; a huge archaeological complex. The stone jars are over 2,000 years old. Believed to be Iron Age burial urns, their true origin remains a mystery and legend has it that they could have been created to brew potent rice wine to celebrate the victory of a band of mythical giants over their enemies. We have a day to explore the mystical Iron Age remains and learn more about their history.
Continuing to cycle hilly, rural, remote regions, we will be welcomed by minority communities. Cycling through forested conservation areas we reach beautiful Nong Khiaw village on the banks of the Nam Ou river, surrounded by jungle and limestone cliffs. Our Laos Northern Loop cycling holiday ends back in beautiful Luang Prabang.
Lao People'S Dem Republic
Start
Luang Prabang
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Finish
Luang Prabang
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