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Yunnan (Xishuangbanna) – Laos (Luang Prabang – Vientiane) 9D8N Tour
Out Manila · Xiamen Airlines
Nine days from Yunnan’s Xishuangbanna to Luang Prabang and Vientiane in Laos by high-speed train, flying Xiamen Airlines.
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Tour dates
2026 · from Manila
Departures from Manila, Dec 11–19 2026 to Dec 11–19 2026. The rate changes by date: an amount on a date is added to the base rate per pax. Seats are limited and confirmed at booking.
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Quotation
per person
Tour rate
per pax
Adult & child with bed (11–17 yrs)twin sharing
$1,818
Child with bed (2–10 yrs)
$1,618
Child without bed (2–10 yrs)
$1,518
Not in the tour rate
per pax
Philippine travel taxUSD 30 per person, collected with the tour fee
USD 30
China group visaUSD 80 per person (USD 40 twice), collected with the tour fee
USD 80
Tips for driver and guideUSD 45 per person (USD 5 per day for 9 days), collected with the tour fee
USD 45
Single supplementUSD 400 per person
USD 400
Fuel surcharge, estimatedUSD 75 per person, subject to change
USD 75
About this package
9 days 8 nights
Fly Xiamen Airlines via Xiamen to Kunming and travel through Pu’er and Xishuangbanna, then ride the high-speed train (2nd-class seats) into Laos for Luang Prabang and Vientiane, and back to Kunming by train. Stay in 5-star hotels (one night in a 4-star hotel in Xiamen) and enjoy one complimentary bottle of water per person per day. This tour covers both China and Laos.
Airfare
Hotel
Meals
Transport
Tour guide
Entrance fees
Sightseeing
Baggage
Duration
9 days 8 nights
Departure
Manila (NAIA)
Flight
Xiamen Airlines
Baggage
23 kg + 7 kg hand carry
Hotels
1 night 4★ · 7 nights 5★
Meals
Daily breakfast + 12 meals
Transport
Private bus + high-speed train
Guide
English-speaking
Your route
ManilaDay 1
1XiamenArrival night
2Pu'erVia Kunming
3XishuangbannaElephant Valley
4Luang PrabangKuang Si Waterfall
5VientianeThat Luang Temple
6KunmingBy train
ManilaDay 9
OutboundMNL XMN
MF820 / MF8405 21:15–23:35 or 07:45–10:55 local time
ReturnKMG XMN
MF819 / MF8406 12:25–14:45 or 17:35–20:15 local time
Overnight in Xiamen on Day 1; Xishuangbanna – Luang Prabang – Vientiane – Kunming South by 2nd-class high-speed train. Flight times are confirmed with your booking. +1 = arrives the next day.
Day-by-day itinerary
9 days 8 nights
DayCityItineraryMeals & hotel
Day01
Manila – XiamenAIR / BUS
Manila – Xiamen
MF820 MNL – XMN 21:15–23:35
Fly Manila to Xiamen (MF820, 21:15–23:35) and meet the tour guide at the airport
Transfer to hotel and check in (hotel arranged by Xiamen Airlines)
4★ hotel in Xiamen (arranged by the airline)★★★★
BBreakfast not included.LLunch not included.DDinner not included.
Day02
Xiamen – Kunming – Pu’erAIR / BUS
Xiamen – Kunming – Pu’er
MF8405 XMN – KMG 07:45–10:55
Hotel breakfast and check out
Fly Xiamen to Kunming (MF8405, 07:45–10:55) and meet the tour guide at the airport
Transfer to Pu’er
Transfer to hotel and check in
Jianhua International Hotel (Pu’er)5★or similar ★★★★★
BBreakfast included.LLunch not included.DDinner not included.
Meals: B breakfast · L lunch · D dinner · crossed out = not included. Orange = sightseeing stop · bold = shop visit included in the tour.
What’s covered
Inclusions
Economy airfare and taxes with Xiamen Airlines, round trip
Baggage allowance: 1 piece of 23 kg checked plus 7 kg hand carry
High-speed trains: Xishuangbanna to Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Vientiane to Kunming South (all 2nd-class seats)
8 nights’ accommodation, twin sharing: 1 night in a 4★ hotel and 7 nights in 5★ hotels, with daily hotel breakfast
Private bus with English-speaking tour guide
Sightseeing as specified, including first entrance tickets and listed in-park transportation
Meals: breakfast plus 12 meals in total
One complimentary bottle of water per person per day
Exclusions
Personal expenses such as phone calls and minibar
Travel insurance
Philippine travel tax USD 30 per person, collected with the tour fee
China group visa USD 80 per person (USD 40 twice), collected with the tour fee
Tips for driver and guide USD 45 per person (USD 5 per day for 9 days), collected with the tour fee
Single supplement USD 400 per person
Fuel surcharge, estimated USD 75 per person, subject to change
Hotels
or similar
Day 1: 4★ hotel in Xiamen (arranged by Xiamen Airlines)
Day 2: 5★ Jianhua International Hotel (Pu’er) or similar
Day 3: 5★ Sheraton Grand Hotel (Xishuangbanna) or similar
Day 4–5: 5★ Pullman Luang Prabang or similar
Day 6–7: 5★ Holiday Inn & Suites Vientiane by IHG or similar
Day 8: 5★ Wyndham Garden Hotel (Kunming) or similar
Day 9: Sweet Home
Important notice
please read
Due to weather, traffic or other unforeseen circumstances, the order of some attractions may be adjusted according to visitor numbers or road conditions.
If attractions are reduced or other losses occur because of force majeure such as policy changes or weather, the organiser is not liable and extra costs are borne by guests.
If the hotels above are not available at the requested time, they will be replaced by similar ones.
Itinerary, flight times and hotels are subject to final confirmation. Please manage free time sensibly to avoid delays.
The tour guide may sell souvenirs or local specialties on the bus; buying is optional.
In Vientiane a 29–31 seater bus and in Luang Prabang a 14–15 seater minibus are used for ground transfers.
If transport costs in Laos rise for special political reasons, the quotation will be adjusted according to the actual situation.
Sightseeing includes first entrance tickets and the listed in-park transport. One complimentary bottle of water per person per day.
Meals per day: D1 none; D2 B/L/D; D3 B/L/D; D4 B/D (lunch not included); D5–D7 B/L/D; D8 B/D (lunch not included); D9 B
Adult and child with bed (11–17 yrs) share one rate; children 2–10 yrs have a bed rate and a lower no-bed rate
Philippine passport holders need a China visa; two group visas are required for this tour (USD 80 per person in total)
The order of attractions may change due to weather, traffic or visitor volume; hotels may be replaced by similar ones
No refunds for tours or accommodation cancelled during the trip, and tips are payable for the full number of days
Where you’ll go
15 stops
1
Wild Elephant Valley
A forest nature park in Xishuangbanna, entered with a one-way cableway.
2
Dai Ethnic Garden
A village-style park in Xishuangbanna showing Dai culture, with an electric shuttle bus.
3
Starlight Night Market
A night market in Xishuangbanna for local snacks and souvenirs.
4
Phou Si Mountain
A hill in the middle of Luang Prabang with a temple on top and views over the town.
5
Sisavangvong Night Market
A handicraft night market on Luang Prabang's main street.
6
Royal Palace Museum
The former royal palace of Luang Prabang, now a museum.
7
Xiang Thong Temple
Luang Prabang's best-known temple, famous for its sweeping roofs and mosaics.
8
Weaving Village
A village near Luang Prabang known for traditional weaving; handmade items are at your own cost.
9
Kuang Si Waterfall
A tiered waterfall with turquoise pools south of Luang Prabang.
10
Luang Prabang Morning Market
A local morning market in Luang Prabang, visited with the alms-giving activity.
11
Xiangman Village
A village stop near Luang Prabang with basic handicraft making and a foot bath included.
12
Xiangkun Temple
A temple visited on Day 7 in Vientiane.
13
That Luang Temple
The golden stupa of Vientiane, a national symbol of Laos.
14
Vientiane Arc de Triomphe
Patuxai, Vientiane's victory monument modelled on the Arc de Triomphe.
15
Mekong River Night Market
A riverside night market in Vientiane along the Mekong.
Know before you go
China tips
Practical tips for China, from entry rules to what to eat. General guidance for a Philippine traveller — rules and prices change, so confirm the latest before you fly. Need a hand with the visa or tickets? Our team is glad to help.
Entry requirements
Tourist visa required
Philippine passport holders need a Chinese tourist (L) visa arranged before travel — our ticketing desk can walk you through the requirements. Passport valid 6+ months with blank pages. No vaccinations are required.
Money
Renminbi (¥); go cashless
China runs on mobile pay — set up Alipay or WeChat Pay and link a Visa/Mastercard before you fly; they now work for tourists almost everywhere. Carry some cash as backup. Tipping is not customary. Budget roughly ₱2,000–3,500 a day for meals and extras.
Weather & what to pack
Four seasons; check your month
Shanghai has hot, humid summers and cold winters; Yunnan (Kunming, Lijiang) is mild by day but cool at night and sits at altitude. Layers, a warm jacket, comfortable shoes, sunblock and a rain layer cover most dates.
Getting around
Metro plus Didi
City metros are fast, cheap and signed in English; use the Didi app (with in-app English) for taxis. Your package covers airport transfers and a private coach on tour days, and high-speed trains link the cities.
Language
Mandarin; little English
English is limited outside hotels, so keep translations handy. Useful words: Nǐ hǎo (hello), Xièxie (thank you), Duōshǎo qián? (how much?). Your guide translates throughout the tour.
Culture & etiquette
Mind the customs
Give and receive items with both hands, never stand chopsticks upright in rice, and queue patiently. Photography can be restricted at temples and official sites — follow the signs and your guide.
Safety & health
Very safe; carry your passport
China is very safe with low street crime; carry your passport as ID. Drink bottled or boiled water. Emergencies: police 110, ambulance 120. Keep your hotel’s name in Chinese to show taxi drivers.
Connectivity
VPN + roaming, not a local SIM
Google, Facebook, WhatsApp and Instagram are blocked in China — install a trusted VPN before you arrive. The easiest data is an international roaming SIM/eSIM that routes outside the firewall. WeChat keeps you in touch and pays.
Must-see sights & food
The Bund & Lijiang old town
See Shanghai’s Bund skyline and Yu Garden, or Yunnan’s Stone Forest, Lijiang old town and Jade Dragon Snow Mountain. Try xiaolongbao soup dumplings, hotpot, roast duck and Yunnan rice noodles.
Four days in Shanghai with a full day at Shanghai Disneyland (1-day pass included), Xinshi Ancient Town, the Bund, Nanjing Road and city shopping stops, on a China Eastern flight from Cebu.
A relaxed Shanghai city break on Cebu Pacific: the Bund, Nanjing Road, Chenghuang Temple, Wukang Road and Florentia Town, with a free day for optional Disneyland.
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