15 Days: Explore Northern Thailand, Laos, and Angkor Wat-Cambodia

Description

Start: Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Laos-Luang Prabang-VangVieng-Vientiane-Pakse, Seim Reap and finish Bangkok

 

Notes: The itinerary can be flexible base on the arrival flight schedule.

Price per person USD per person

5Pax in USD

5-10Pax in USD 10-15Pax in USD

15-20Pax in USD

2,999$/Pax

2,717$/Pax 2,315$/Pax

1,660$/Pax

Duration

15 Days

Tour Type

Basics combination tours

Group Size

25

Language

Lao, English, Thai

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Highlights

  • Elephants Home Sanctuary
  • White temple (Thailand)
  • Mekong Boat Cruise (Laos)
  • Kwuangsi waterfall and Black bears sanctuary (Laos)
  • VangVieng Kayaking (Laos)
  • Angkor Wat temple (Cambodia)

Included

  • Accommodation which mention on itinerary
  • One internal flight Airfares/Taxes
  • One domestic flight or Airfares/taxes
  • Local tour leaders 15days.
  • Private air-conditioned bus that mention on itinerary including from Pakse to SeimReap and Seim Reap to Bangkok
  • One day visit Elephants Jungle Sanctuary
  • Sleeper train tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
  • 2Days Private Mekong River boat cruise to Laung Prabang
  • All admission fees in each location (Thailand, Laos and Cambodia) which mention on itinerary (Entrance fees)
  • Kayaking and blue lagoon in Vang Vieng
  • Home stay fees in Laos
  • Dinner at camping site
  • One day Angkor Wat Tour
  • Khmer Circus performance and dinner
  • Pick up and transfer from Airport
  • Travel Authority and other relevant government fees
  • Drinking water in each day on tour

Excluded

  • fees into Laos, and Cambodia
  • Personal expenses
  • Late check out the hotel
  • Meals and drinks not mention on itinerary
  • Tipping
  • Personal insurance
  • Optional activities

Travel Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrival in Bangkok.

Upon arrival Suvanaphumi Airport Bangkok or Don Muang international airport (DM), and transfer to hotel.

welcome to Thailand, as known land of smile and charming of Asia, you will have half day free to exploring Bangkok city, or refreshing yourself due to long flight into Asia or you could explore Bangkok, and then in this evening you will take small Chao Paya River cruise to see a part of Bangkokers nightlife.

Day 2 - Floating Market and Overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai

In the morning our guide will pick you up from your hotel at 7:30am, and driving to Damnernsaduak Floating market, it will be taking about couple hours to get to the Floating market, and then you will be arriving at the boat pier, before your will hop on to the long tail speed boat, your guide will be explaining about the story of the floating marking and some kind of foods and veggies that boat vendors selling on the market, your boat caption will drive through the most amazing part of the market, and he will stop any spots wherever you would like to stop. After visiting the floating market you will return to your hotel during lunch time, and you time for you to start packing your bags, preparing for your overnight sleeper train to Chiang Mai

Day 3 - Arriving Chiang Mai and Half day exploring

After arrive in Chiang Mai early in the morning by sleeper train from Bangkok, then you will have time to refreshing or explore Chaing Mai, Chaing Mai is one of the most beautiful and an amazing city in northern part of Thailand, and charming town especially you will visit one of the most popular and beautiful temple called Vat Prasing temple, and you will explore a part of the old town of Chiang Mai, and then in the afternoon after having lunch you are going to visit Doi Suthep  temple is known for its stunning architecture and beautiful views of Chiang Mai and the surrounding countryside. The Chide is covered in gold and is one of the most impressive structures in the temple complex. Visitors can also see a number of beautiful murals and statues of the Buddha, and can participate in traditional Buddhist ceremonies and rituals, half day trip will be finishing after sunset, and make you ready for the next day Elephants Home Sanctuary.

Day 4 - One day Elephants home Sanctuary

At 8:00am in the morning you will heading to elephants Home Sanctuary is an ethical and sustainable Eco-tourism project about Elephants care, you will have the best experience ever as you will play with baby elephant, bathing elephants, feeding and cuddling elephants, and you will learn a lot of about elephants, this is could be the highlight your trip in Thailand (No ridding, no using hook) starts at 8:00pm-4:30pm.

In this evening time you will explore night market, test real northern Thai local street foods it’s one of the most popular for nightlight in Chaing Mai.

Day 5 - Chiang Mai to Laos

Leaving at 9:00am from Chiang Mai heading for Thailand-Lao border 6hours drive. We will make a stop at Wat Rong khoun known as White temple and it was unique modern Buddhist temple that feature some curious statues to represents about the re-connection life of Buddhism, and then you will take some snacks before carry on to small town called HOUYXAI, our stop for overnight.

Day 6 - Houyxai to Mekong River cruise home stay and Camping.

After breakfast you will board on our private boat down to Mekong River, this day you will enjoy on the cruise with beautiful Mekong valley and incredible scenery lush of farmlands, mountains and you will see kids swimming, splashing on the Mekong River, water buffaloes, cliffs as known as Mekong River is the longest River run through 6 countries in Southeast Asia from mount of Himalaya to China sea more than 4800km, and it’s second floating fast River after Amazon, then you will arrive to the sandbank where you will prepare your camping for overnight experience.

Day 7 - Boat cruise to Luang Prabang.

An early leaving back on cruise about 5hrs or 6hrs to LuangPrabang.  On the way we will make a stop at the Buddha cave called (ThamThing Cave) there is one of the highlights, and good for photos spot finally arrive in Laung Prabang late afternoon, and the spending your rest free day relaxing or chilling out LuangPrabang.

Day 8 - Exploring Luang Prabang and Waterfall.

After breakfast, you’ll visit the oldest Buddhist temple in Luang Prabang, Wat Xieng Thong (known as a golden temple), before travel through the rural countryside to a waterfall nestled in the jungle, the iconic Kuang SiWaterfall. Its turquoise blue pools are perfect for swimming and plenty of photos ops, and there’s also, the chance to visit to the Free the Bears Rescue Centre at the entrance to the falls. You will spend you relaxing day at the water fall by swimming at the nature pool till late afternoon you will return to LuangPrabang for catching up sunset over Phuosi mountain.

Day 9 - LungPrabang -VangVieng

Start the day by getting up early to attend the sunrise ritual of the alms giving ceremony. One of the most sacred Lao traditions, the local people gather outside their homes to offer food to long lines of Buddhist monks streaming through the streets. If you participate, remember to dress respectfully and observe the entire ceremony in silence. After the moving spiritual experience of the morning, you’ll stop at the Morning Market, packed with exotic friuts, vegetable, meats and even some local wildlife, and the back to hotel for have breakfast before leaving to VangVieng through winding mountainous terrain on one of the most scenic journeys in Laos. You’ll travel through vast green valleys, along rolling hills and past charming hill-tribe villages on your way to Vang Vieng, with plenty of stunning vistas to capture your attention along the way before finally reaching the magnificent karst mountains that surround Vang Vieng. Then after you arrive in VangVieng you will quick grab some take away lunch then go straight away to blue lagoon for picnic lunch and swimming with stunning scenery before head off to hotel.

Day 10 - VangVieng Exploring day Kayaking and Tubing in the Cave

With a tantalizing combination of stunning natural scenery and plenty of outdoor adventure activities on offer, it’s no surprise that Vang Vieng is a popular spot for travelers. To introduce you to the wonders this riverside town has to offer, you’ll head out on a full day adventure tour that combines kayaking on the Nam Song River to witness local life along the river. There will be opportunities to explore some of the incredible limestone by tubing into the cave hidden among the rugged karts and swim in the refreshing spring pools along the way. You’ll return to Vang Vieng in time to watch the sunset by climbing up the highest mountain in VangViang.

Day 11 - VangVieng -Vientiane and flight to Pakse.

After having breakfast, you will be leaving to Vientiane about 2hours drive, and then you will have shortly break in Vientiane before you flight to PAKSE about 1hr15min on board.

Day 12 - Pakse to Coffee plantation, waterfall and Don Det (Easy day)

After you finish your breakfast, you will head up to the refreshingly cool climate of the Bolaven Plateau coffee plantation where you could test real Lao coffee, and all different kinds of tea, renowned for its lush green landscape and fertile coffee and tea plantations.  Afterwards, you’ll travel to see the towering twin falls of Tad Fane and U-shaped, and you will go swimming at Tad Nyueg waterfall before you will heading to Don Det knows as 4000 Islands of Mekong Delta, Don Det is one of the most popular Island of backpackers before they off to Cambodia, on the way we will make a stop at one of the largest water in Asia called KhonPhapeng also where you could see from human planet documentary (Fishing)

 This evening you will enjoy swimming and watching the sunset over Mekong at 4000 Islands.

Day 13 - Don Det Island to Seim Reap

Leaving early from Pakse for heading to SeimReap – Cambodia about 7hours drive, on the way driving from LAOS to CAMBODIA you will see the very deeply country side of Cambodia, and lifestyle before you arriving in Seim Reap late evening.

Day 14 - One day Angkor Wat tour and Khmer Circus performance

Start after breakfast for visiting the AngKor Wat, it’s one of the bucket list traveling to Cambodia known as UNICESCO World Heritage, and also one of the largest temple complexes in the world, trip will start from 8:00am till 15:00pm.

In this evening you will join the Khmer Circus performance (No animals), start from 9:00pm to 10:00pm (21:00-22:00pm) + Including Dinner.

Day 15 - Flight from Seim Reap to Bangkok

This day you will be leaving Seim Reap after breakfast and then transfer to SeimReap international Airport for flying to Don Mueng International Airport (DMK Airport) duration 1hrs 5minutes. And it’s time say Good Bye Asia.

Tour Terms & Conditions

Climate:

The best time to travel through Southeast Asia depends on the region you plan to visit and the types of activities you want to do. Generally, the dry season from November to April is the best time to visit most countries in Southeast Asia, as the weather is cooler and drier, making it easier to explore the outdoors. However, the wet season from May to October can also be a good time to visit, as the rain showers are usually short-lived and can provide a cooler respite from the heat.

Do:

- Dress modestly, especially when visiting temples or other religious sites.

- Remove your shoes before entering someone's home or a temple.

- Respect the local customs and culture.

- Smile and be polite, as Laotians are known for their hospitality.

- Try the local food, including sticky rice and the national dish, laap.

- Learn a few basic phrases in Lao language, such as "sabaidee" (hello) and "khawp jai" (thank you).

- Explore the natural beauty of Laos, such as the waterfalls, caves, and national parks.

- Hire a local guide or join a responsible tour operator to support the local economy and learn more about the country.

Don't:

- Disrespect the local religion or customs.

- Touch someone's head, as it is considered rude in Lao culture.

- Point your feet or soles at someone, as it is considered impolite.

- Use your left hand to give or receive things, as it is considered unclean.

- Take photos of people without their permission, especially monks and religious sites.

- Buy or consume illegal drugs, as the penalties are severe.

- Litter or damage the environment, as Laos is a country with rich biodiversity and fragile ecosystems.

Visa:

To enter Laos. Visas can be obtained on arrival at international airports and land border crossings. However, it is recommended to obtain a visa in advance to avoid potential delays and complications. Tourist visas are valid for up to 30 days and can be extended for an additional 30 days. Business visas are valid for up to 90 days and can be extended for up to one year. Visitors must have a passport that is valid for at least six months from the date of entry and have at least two blank pages. Visa fees vary depending on nationality and type of visa. It is recommended to check with the Lao embassy or consulate in your country for specific requirements and fees. It is important to note that Laos has strict regulations regarding overstaying visas, and penalties can include fines, detention, and deportation. Therefore, it is recommended to ensure that your visa is valid for the duration of your stay and to obtain necessary extensions if needed.

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