Best of Cambodia and Laos

8 - days tour
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Good for: First-time Visitor
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Overview

Day 1: Phnom Penh – Arrival
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Flight to Siem Reap
Day 3: Siem Reap
Day 4: Siem Reap – Flight to Vientiane
Day 5: Vientiane – Flight to Luang Prabang
Day 6: Pak Ou Caves
Day 7: Kuang Si Waterfall
Day 8: Luang Prabang – Departure

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If you want to visit the best of Cambodia and Laos but don’t have much time for a long holiday, this tour is the one for you. You will start your adventure in Phnom Penh, enhanced with stops at the capital’s most important sites, including the Royal Palace and Killing Fields. In Siem Reap, you will not only explore the world-famous Angkor Wat but also get to see the local life unfolding before your eyes. The heart of Laos – Vientiane is a lovely city, embracing a cosy vibe which makes it very much different from other Asian capitals, and you will feel it as you tour around the city. Luang Prabang, the last destination on this tour, is simply mesmerizing. The town, located on the bank of Mekong river, is framed by pristine nature. You will venture to its most famous natural wonders such as Pak Ou Caves and Kuang Si waterfalls, en route visit the local villages near Luang Prabang.

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Day 1: Phnom Penh – Arrival

Upon your arrival in Phnom Penh, your private guide will meet you and escort you to your hotel.

Later you’ll tour this beautiful city, visiting the National Museum and the Royal Palace built in 1866 by King Norodom. Your trip also includes a short visit to the Killing Fields and Choeung Ek.

Overnight in Phnom Penh

Day 2: Phnom Penh – Flight to Siem Reap

Today you will be collected by your private guide and transferred in a private vehicle to catch a flight to Siem Reap, the gateway to the Angkor temple complex. After check-in, you’ll explore the mysterious Royal city of Angkor Thom. In the afternoon, you’ll visit the intricately carved Khmer stone structures at Angkor Wat, one of the world’s most impressive ruins. You’ll end the day by viewing the beautiful sunset from the hilltop temple of Phnom Bakheng.

Overnight in Siem Reap
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Day 3: Siem Reap

After breakfast, you’ll continue our exploration of Angkor by visiting Prasat Kravan, Pre Rup, East Mebon, Ta Som, Neak Pean and Preah Khan. In the afternoon you’ll see Srah Srang, Banteay Kdei, Ta Keo, Chaosay Tevoda and Thomanon. These temples are on the same route as Ta Prohm and the picturesque Ta Prohm. These remarkable structures had nearly completely disappeared into the jungle and they are still overgrown, making for a haunting and exotic scene.

Overnight in Siem Reap
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Day 4: Siem Reap – Flight to Vientiane

Today you will fly to Vientiane, also called the city of the moon.

The afternoon will be spent taking a sightseeing tour of the city’s major historic sites including the religious museums of Wat Sisaket, Wat Ho Prakeo, the former home temple of the Emerald Buddha statue and Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos.

Overnight in Vientiane
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Day 5: Vientiane – Flight to Luang Prabang

Your flight today will be to Luang Prabang, which are the ancient first capital of Lane Xang kingdom and the center of religious life in Laos. Today it is a World Heritage City. You’ll take a sightseeing tour of the sacred city of temples of which fifty remain in the town and its surrounding areas. You’ll see the National Museum, the former Royal Palace, Wat Visoun, Wat Aham and Wat Xiengthong.

Overnight in Luang Prabang
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Day 6: Pak Ou Caves

Today you’ll spend a few hours traveling down the Mekong River on a long-tailed boat. You will visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves inside the limestone cliff opposite the mouth of the Mekong and Nam Ou Rivers. Then you’ll visit the village of Ban Xanghai, best known for its production of the traditional delicious rice of this country. Your lunch will be eaten at a local restaurant on the bank of the Mekong River. Upon your return to Luang Prabang, you’ll visit Ban Xangkhong, a village known for its paper making and for its naturally dyed silk weavings.

Overnight in Luang Prabang
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Day 7: Kuang Si Waterfall

Your excursion today will be about 30 kilometers by road, to visit the Kuangsi Waterfall. En route, you’ll stop to visit Ban Na Oune, a small H’mong village and also Ban Tha Pane, a small village inhabited by the Khmu people. You’ll enjoy a picnic lunch near the waterfall.

Overnight in Luang Prabang
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Day 8: Luang Prabang – Departure

After breakfast, you’ll have the opportunity to visit a local market before being escorted by your private driver to the airport for your departure flight.

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WHAT’S INCLUDED?

  • Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
  • Private Vehicles and Drivers
  • Private English Speaking Guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
  • Domestic flights within Cambodia and Laos
  • Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
  • Service Charge & Government Taxes

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED?

  • Your International Flights to and from Cambodia & Laos
  • Cambodia & Laos entry Visa Fees (contact us for further information)
  • Personal Expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
  • Any bank fees or charges at your end
  • Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
  • Personal Travel Insurance
  • Tips for guides and drivers
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