After breakfast, we have time today to explore the site and some nearby villages, populated by the Hmong hill tribe and Tai Dam people; they are very poor but possess a vibrant local culture and an interesting history.

We leave Xieng Khuang for our scenic drive to Vientiane, the capital of Laos.

Depending on road and traffic conditions, we will arrive at Vientiane by mid or late afternoon.

Overnight in Vientiane. (B,L)