THAILAND, LAOS AND CAMBODIA TOUR 12 DAYS

Destination: Bangkok/Luang Prabang/Pak Ou/Vientiane/Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner, G=Guide

Day 1: Bangkok arrival (G)

Upon arrival, met and transferred to your hotel for check in. Then, you’ll be free. Overnight stay will be in Bangkok.

Day 2: Bangkok (B, L, G)

After breakfast at the hotel. Sightseeing tour of Bangkok’s highlight including a visit to Wat Benchamaborphit known as The Marble Temple. Proceed to Wat Po or Reclining Buddha Temple to witness its huge of the Buddha image in the site, tour also visit to Thai traditional massage school. Continue for the remarkable Grand Palace and the Temple of Emerald Buddha. Lunch served at restaurant by the riverside. After lunch proceed onto canals tour by boat and shopping for the rest of the day. Overnight in Bangkok

Day 3: Bangkok/Luang Prabang (B, L, G)

Fly to the charming Laos town of Luang Prabang this morning. Your local guide will take you around the city to see spectacular temples and to the hillside temple of Phou Si Mountain for sunset. Peruse the evening market for colorful handicrafts and enjoy a fantastic dinner at one of the city’s best restaurants.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 4: Luang Prabang (B, L, G)

Awake early this morning to partake in the serene alms c eremony, sitting alongside locals as they make their offerings to the monks. Continue with a visit to the morning produce market and National Museum, which was once the Royal Palace. After lunch, try your hand at dying your own scarf at a Lao textile workshop followed by a cooking course for a taste of local flavors.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 5: Luang Prabang/Pak Ou Caves (B, L, G)

Board an elegant wooden riverboat, the Nava Mekong, for a cruise along the Mekong River. Stop to visit the Buddha-filled Pak Ou caves and enjoy the spectacular river views along the way. Dine on a Lao-style lunch as the boat moors mid-stream before returning to town for an afternoon at leisure.

Overnight in Luang Prabang

Day 6: Luang Prabang/Vientiane (B, L, G)

A short flight takes you to Vientiane, Laos’ sleepy capital city. An afternoon visit to a traditional craft shop not only shows the cultural traditions of the country but also supports a good cause. As the sun sets, stroll along the riverbanks where a lively evening atmosphere of stalls and vendors is a nightly occurrence and then head to dinner at one of the city’s top tables.

Overnight in Vientiane

Day 7: Vientiane (B, L, G)

A morning city tour takes you to famed temples such as Wat Sisaket and That Luang as well as through quiet neighborhoods and local markets. For your final evening in Laos, partake in a special Lao ceremony. The baci is deeply rooted in the local culture and will bless you with good luck and good fortune. After the ceremony, join the locals for a traditional dinner.

Overnight in Vientiane.

Day 8: Vientiane/Phnom Penh (B, G)

Today fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital city. This afternoon is at your leisure to relax or explore the city on your own.

Overnight in Phnom Penh

Day 9: Phnom Penh (B, G)

With your local guide, take an excursion through the city and its main sites such as Wat Phnom, the National Museum and Royal Palace. Take in the colorful blend of French Colonial architecture, tree-lined streets and traditional Buddhist temples as you explore Phnom Penh.

Overnight in Phnom Penh

Day 10: Phnom Penh/Siem Reap (B, G)

Mid-morning, fly to Siem Reap the gateway to the Angkor Temples. After checking in and having lunch, transfer by tuk tuk to Angkor Wat. Your guide will lead you through the endless corridors and looming towers of this majestic temple, explaining the history and significance of the carvings.

Overnight in Siem Reap

Day 11: Siem Reap (B, L, G)

Crawl over tree roots, venture through jungle-covered halls as you explore Beng Mealea temple this morning. Remote and untouched by time, a visit to Beng Mealea one of the most incredible touring experiences in Cambodia and made even more spectacular with an optional helicopter flight. Continue to the 10th century temples of Koh Ker, by helicopter or by road, for a picnic lunch and then return to Siem Reap

Day 12: Siem Reap departure (B, G)

Your time will be your own until transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

Price in US$ per person: 

Price includes:

• Breakfast and accommodation in twin or double room.
• All pick up and transfer.
• One way domestic flight tickets in Laos: Luang Prabang – Vientiane, in Cambodia: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap, including airport taxes
• Other one way international flight tickets: Bangkok – Luang Prabang, Vientiane – Phnom Penh excluding airport taxes
• Travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle with an experienced, safe driver.
• Boat cruise as mentioned in the program
• Experienced English-speaking tour guide as indicated in the itinerary.
• Entry fees for all sightseeing as mentioned in the programme.
• Lunches, as specified
• VAT and other taxes.

Price does not include:

• International flight tickets and airport tax.
• Visas.
• Meals not mentioned
• Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
• Insurance

Hotel list for Five Star standard:

• Bangkok: Amari Watergate Hotel (***** overlooking views of the city centre) similar
• Luang Prabang: La Residence Hotel (***** positioned atop a hill, with stunning mountain views) or similar
• Vientiane: Settha Palace Hotel (*****located right in the city centre, within walking distance) or similar
• Phnom Penh: Intercontinental Hotel (***** the centerpiece of a secure integrated commercial and retail complex overlooking a lush Khmer inspired garden, highly recognized levels of service) or similar
• Siem Reap: Angkor Palace Resort (***** first Cambodian-owned premier luxury five-star resort accommodation) or similar

Hotel list for Four Star standard:

• Bangkok: Hotel Century Park (**** city centre) or similar
• Luang Prabang: Villa Santi Hotel (*****, established in 1992 by Lao businessman Mr. Santi Inthavong in a royal residence)
• Vientiane: Novotel hotel (**** ideal location for business trips and holidays) or similar
• Phnom Penh: Sunway Hotel (**** surrounded by prestigious locations and avenues) or similar
• Siem Reap: Tara Angkor Hotel (**** 5km to Angkor, short ride to the centre of town) or similar

Hotel list for Three Star standard:

• Bangkok: Bangkok Palace hotel (*** centrally located at the heart of Pratunam, Bangkok’s commercial shopping and entertainment district) or similar
• Luang Prabang: Manoluck Hotel (*** combine modern international luxury with traditional Lao styles) or similar
• Vientiane: Inter City hotel (*** centrally located, facilitated with basic modern comforts) or similar
• Phnom Penh: Lux Riverside (***deally Located in the heart of the vibrant and most touristic street) or similar.
• Siem Reap: Casa Angkor Hotel (*** conveniently location, 10 minutes drive to the world famous Angkor Temples) or similar

If, at the time of booking, any hotels or rooms in the list above are fully booked, we will endeavour to find accommodation of a similar standard elsewhere. If the only available accommodation is of a higher or lower standard, we will revise the price accordingly and consult you immediately.