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Cambodia and Laos in your eyes 10 days
Starting your journey by Phnom Penh the capital of Cambodia then visit Siem
Reap, home to one of the world’s most impressive architectural wonder, the
Angkor Wat Complex, comprised of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Banteay
Srei, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm and countless other structures that spectacle
the peak of the Angkor Empire. Discover the charms of Laos through Vientiane
and the well- preserved culture and nature of Luang Prabang, dubbed as the
jewel of Indochina.
Destinations:
Phnom Penh | Siem Reap | Tonle Sap lake | Vientiane | Luang Prabang | Khuang Si water fall | Pak Ou cave | Kamu lodge |
Highlights
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Taking an introduction tour to the early- Angkor era temples such as the
Rolous Group
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Taking an extensive tour of the magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat and
other fabulous structures
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Experiencing the beauty and serenity of Luang Prabang, spiritual centre
and former capital of Laos
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Witnessing an ancient Buddhist offering to hundred of orange-robed monks
as the sun rises over the mountains beyond Luang Prabang
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Learning how to cook delicious Laotian dishes
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Cruising on the Mekong River in a local slow boat
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Staying in exclusive Kamu Lodge an eco-lodge set in lush tropical
wilderness
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Trying your hand at rice planting and traditional fishing in rustic
villages
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Visiting the remains of pre-Angkorian Khmer civilization in southern
Laos.
Itinerary in brief
Day 1: Phnom Penh arrival
Day 2: Phnom penh - Siem reap
Day 3: Siem reap - Angkor temple excursion
Day 4: Siem Reap - Luang Prabang
Day 5: Luang Prabang
Day 6: Luang Prabang - Khuang Si water fall
Day 7: Luang Prabang - Pak ou - Kamu lodge
Day 8: Kamu Lodge - Vientiane
Day 9: Vientiane
Day 10: Vientiane departure
Itinerary in details
Day 1: Phnom Penh Arrival
Upon arrival at Phnom Penh, Cambodia in the morning, meet with your guide
and transfer to the hotel for check in. After a brief relaxation, take a
sightseeing to Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the National Museum of Khmer
Arts. In the afternoon, carry on to visit Choeng Ek Killing Field, Toul
Sleng Museum of Genocidal Crime and renowned Wat Phnom.
O/N at hotel in
Phnom Penh.
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap
After your sumptuous breakfast, transfer to the the pier and take the
speed-boat trip (5 hours) to Siem Reap. While on board, seethe scenic view
of Cambodia rural life along the riverbank (optional by air). Upon arrival,
transfer to hotel. After a short relaxation, you will visit Angkor Wat, the
most renowned Khmer temple. In the later afternoon, enjoy seeing the
beautiful sunset at Phnom Bakheng.
O/N at the hotel in Siem Reap.
Day 3: Siem Reap – Visit Angkor temple
Early morning, take an opportunity to see the pictureque sunrise at Angkor
Wat, before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Carry with your tour to
visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom. Bayon, Baphuon, Terrace of Elephants
and Leper King. In the afternoon, visit the Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang, Ta
Prohm, Ta Keo, Thommanon, and Chausay Tevoda.
O/N at hotel in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Siem Reap – Luang Prabang
After breakfast at hotel, free at leisure until transfer to airport for the
flight to Luang Prabang (Ancienne capital of Laos). Upon arrival, welcome
and transfer to hotel.
In the afternoon after a brief orientation tour of the spiritual capital of
Laos before climbing the 328 steps to the top of Mount Phousi to enjoy a
panoramic view of the city and the surrounding countryside. Stop at the
evening hilltribe market.
O/N in Luang Prabang.
Day 5: Luang Prabang
After breakfast, visit beautiful Wat Xieng Thong showing
its best face in the morning sun, before heading to the former Royal Palace,
now the National Museum and Wat Mai, a temple renowned for its golden
bas-reliefs. In the afternoon, continue the exploration of town with stops
at Wat That, Wat Visun and Wat Aham. Cross the Mekong for a walk on the
opposite riverside and a climb to Wat Chompet for a different view of the
city for sunset.
O/N in Luang Prabang.
Day 6: Luang Prabang - Kuang Si Waterfall - Luang Prabang
Very special (optional) dawn visit before breakfast to
witness the long lines of orange-robed monks leaving their pagodas to
receive offerings of food from Luang Prabang residents. Return to the hotel
for breakfast. After breakfast, enjoy a visit to Kuang Si Waterfall, south
west of Luang Prabang with stops en-route to visit some ethnic minority
villages. It is possible to walk to the top of the falls via a steep track
and if the weather is good swim in the clear water at the foot of the falls.
Return to Luang Prabang. Rest of the afternoon free at leisure.
O/N in Luang Prabang
Day 7: Luang Prabang - Pak Ou - Kamu Lodge
This morning embark for a boat trip on the Mekong River to visit the
mysterious Pak Ou Caves. In Pak Ou, thousands of gold lacquered Buddha
statues are crammed into the two caves carved out of a towering limestone
cliff. They range in size from a few centimeters to the size of a human.
Continue upriver for 1 hour to reach the Kamu Lodge. In a unique setting and
with original (and optional) activities like rice planting, gold panning and
fishing in the Mekong, this eco-oriented lodge will make you live a very
different lao experience.
O/N at the Kamu Lodge.
Day 8: Kamu Lodge - Luang Prabang – Vientiane
After a free morning to relax at the lodge, head back to
Luang Prabang by boat. In the afternoon visit a weaving village where
traditional Lao textiles are woven and where Sa paper is made. Stop at Wat
Pa Phon Pao, a forest retreat before transferring to the airport for the
evening flight back to Vientiane. In Vientiane, transfer to your hotel on
arrival.
O/N in Vientiane.
Day 9: Vientiane
Full day dedicated to the visit of the capital city,
Vientiane, with Wat Sisaket and its thousands of miniature Buddha statues,
Wat Prakeo, Wat Simuang, the That Luang Monument, Vientiane’s own Arc de
Triomphe, the Patouxai Monument and the Talat Sao or Morning market. For
individual travelers (max 5 pax) a foot reflexology massage is included at
the end of the afternoon.
O/N in Vientiane.
Day 10: Vientiane - Departure
After breakfast at hotel, free at leisure until transfer to airport for
departure flight
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