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Explore the Golden Triangle from the deck of your private boat cruising along the Mekong River. Visit sleepy villages and Angkorian ruins and learn how to prepare a Laotian feast.
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DAY1: ARRIVE CHIANG MAI
Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, the gateway to the Golden Triangle, you will be met by your local guide and transferred to your hotel. Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.
DAY2: CHIANG MAI-GOLDEN TRIANGLE-CHIANG RAI
Take a guided drive to Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Laos, and Myanmar meet on the mighty Mekong River. Enjoy an exhilarating boat ride and visit a Lao village for craft shopping. Return to Chiang Rai. The balance of the day is free. Stay overnight in Chiang Mai.
DAY3: CHIANG RAI-PAKBENG
Early morning guided transfer to Chiang Khong/Huay Xai, the land border between Thailand and Laos. After clearing your immigration & customs formalities, you will be met by your local Laotian guide and taken to your boat for a private guided cruise down the Mekong. Take in river life and picturesque scenery as you cruise to the rarely-visited town of Pakbeng. A simple market town, Pakbeng is home to Hmong and Thai Lu people and is well known for its frontier atmosphere. Stay overnight in Bakbeng.
DAY4: PAKBENG-LUANG PRABANG
After breakfast, visit the local market and re-board your boat for a full-day cruise along the Mekong River towards Luang Prabang. Stop to visit the mysterious Pak Ou Caves. Stay three nights in Luang Prabang
DAY5: LUANG PRABANG
Designated as a World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang is one of the best-preserved traditional cities in Southeast Asia. On a sightseeing tour explore the city's fascinating array of shimmering temples and French colonial buildings, visit the National Museum (former Royal Palace), and climb Mount Phousi for panoramic views.
DAY6: LUANG PRABANG – KUANG SI FALLS
Rise early this morning and see robed Buddhist monks collecting alms, following a centuries-old ritual. After breakfast, travel to Kuang Si Falls, one of the many beautiful waterfalls near Luang Prabang. On your way there, stop at the Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre to gain a detailed insight into the various ethnic minority groups that have been so central to the formation of present-day Laos. En route to Kuang Si Falls, you shall also stop at one of the larger local markets in Luang Prabang where you can see many products produced by various ethnic minorities and learn more about the diverse range of natural products on offer. On arrival at the waterfalls, you can swim and relax, surrounded by beautiful turquoise waters and thick jungle vegetation. In the late afternoon, take part in a traditional cooking class. Have fun while learning about typical ingredients and prepare your dinner.
DAY7: LUANG PRABANG - VIENTIANE
Free time until a guided transfer to Luang Prabang airport for your early afternoon flight to Vientiane. You will be met by your guide on arrival and transferred to your hotel. Balance of the day at leisure. Stay two nights in Vientiane.
DAY8: VIENTIANE
In the morning, sightseeing in this quaint, sleepy capital with its mix of Buddhist temples, fading French architecture, and Chinese shophouses, includes visits to Wat Sisaket, with its thousands of little Buddha statues, Wat Prakeo, Wat Simuang, That Luang, and the Patousai Monument, Vientiane's Arc de Triomphe. Afternoon at leisure.
DAY9: VIENTIANE – PHNOM PENH
Guided transfer to Vientiane airport for your flight to Phnom Penh. On arrival in Phnom Penh take a guided transfer to your hotel. Stay two nights in Phnom Penh.
DAY10: PHNOM PENH
A tour of the city includes visits to the Central Market, the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda, the Royal Palace, Wat Phnom, the Toung Sleng Genocide Museum, and the Killing Fields.
DAY11: PHNOM PENH – KAMPONG THOM
Morning private guided drive to Kampong Thom. Witness traditional rural scenes, visit a local silk farm and Sambour Prei Kuk. Stay overnight in Kampong Thom.
DAY12: KAMPONG THOM – TONLE SAP – SIEM REAP
Morning private guided drive to Siem Reap. En route, take a boat ride on Ton Le Sap the Great Lake of Cambodia. This evening’s dinner is at a local restaurant with a Khmer Apsara dance performance. Stay three nights in a downtown hotel in Siem Reap.
DAY13: SIEM REAP – ANGKOR EXPLORE
Begin your exploration of the amazing Angkor temple complex with visits to the South Gate of Angkor Thom and Bayon, Terrace of the Elephant and Leper King. Continue to magnificent Angkor Wat and the Rolous Group, including Preah Ko Bakong and Lolei.
DAY14: SIEM REAP – TEMPLE EXPLORE
In the morning visit Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre, the birthplace of Khmer classical-style architecture. Visit the Landmine Museum and mystical Ta Prohm, unique for the overgrown roots of giant fig trees. Return to the city and visit the central market for last-minute shopping. The day ends with a climb to the summit of Phnom Bakheng or Phnom Kroam Hill for a sunset view over the surrounding landscape.
DAY15: DEPART SIEM REAP
Free until private guided transfer to your exit flight.
END TOUR
Overnight cruise on Halong Bay
Domestic economy class flights Luang Prabang-Vientiane-Phnom Penh-Siem Reap including taxes and fuel surcharges.
Private boat from Huay Xai to Luang Prabang.
All transfers and sightseeing as listed, including entrance fees
Quality air-conditioned vehicles, experienced drivers, and English-speaking guides
Hotel Accommodation
Airport Assistance Service
Cambodia, Laos & Thailand visa
Other meals were not mentioned in the program
Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners
Other flights
Hotel early check-in / Late check-out
Overweight luggage
Personal expenses
Travel Insurance
Tips & gratuities
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