Tour Overview
After exploring the cities of Bangkok and Chiang Mai in Thailand we head to charming, tranquil, laid-back Laos, many people's favourite Asian destination. We adapt to the pace of life by cruising slowly down the Mekong, exploring river caves and admiring the temples in dreamy, monastic Luang Prabang. Away to the south is Cambodia, a country shaped by tragedy, where everyone we meet will have a story to tell. From Phnom Penh's wide boulevards we head north to Siem Reap with two full days to discover the magnificent Khmer ruins of Angkor, which just missed out on being added to the new list of the 7 wonders of the world in 2007.
Day by Day Itinerary
Day 1Start Bangkok.
Day 2
Morning city tour including Grand Palace; afternoon free.
Day 3
Fly to Chiang Rai; visit the Golden Triangle. To Chiang Khong and overnight overlooking the Mekong River.
Day 4-5
Slow boat to Luang Prabang in Laos via Pakbeng, visiting Pak Ou Caves on the way.
Day 6-7
Two days in charming Luang Prabang including walking tour and visit to nearby Kuang Si waterfalls, plus free time to explore and unwind.
Day 8
To beautiful Vang Vieng through stunning mountain scenery.
Day 9
Free day; options include cycling, canoeing, visiting nearby caves or hilltribe villages.
Day 10
To Vientiane, the capital of Laos; afternoon walking tour.
Day 11
Fly to Phnom Penh in Cambodia; afternoon free.
Day 12
Full day sightseeing including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and memorials to Cambodia's recent history including Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the 'Killing Fields'.
Day 13
Drive to Angkor via Skuon trying its famous fried spiders if you dare.
Day 14-15
Two full days to explore the incredible temples of Angkor, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, the Bayon, Banteay Srei and other outlying temples.
Day 16
Fly to Bangkok; free afternoon.
Day 17
End Bangkok.
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