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Indochina Tours
Best of Cambodia & Laos 8 days
Trip Code: BLCS04
- Private tour with English/French speaking guide
- Date of Departure is at your wish
- Starting from Phnom Penh & end in Vientiane or vice versa
This trip takes us to discover the best of Cambodia and Laos in just 8 days. Our journey starts from Phnom Penh the colonial of the Kingdom of Cambodia where you will discover the Silver Pagoda and the majestic Royal Palace, Khmer art Museum followed by flight to the ancient capital Seam Reap with the huge Angkor Wat complex of temples, pagodas, ancient walls that reflect a glory of former Khmer Empire. Continue take a flight to Luang Phabang with it famous temples and King Palace on the bank of Mekong River before ending your trip in Vientiane, the capital of Laos. This trip also aim to appreciate the multitude of local cultural traditions-wandering the many colourful markets, street stalls, exploring the tranquil villages along the banks of the Mekong and gaining perspectives across a rural landscape that has yet be down into the 21st century.
Best of Cambodia & Laos 8 days |
Day 1: Arrive in Phnom Penh (D)
Warmly welcome on arrival at Phnom Penh airport. You will be greeted and transferred to hotel. At leisure. Welcome dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Phnom Penh
Day 2: Phnom Penh (B/L)
Today you enjoy a city tour including the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, the Toul Sleng Museum of Genocide, and Wat Phnom. Free. At leisure in the capital of Cambodia for shopping or relax. Overnight in Phnom Penh .
Day 3: Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (B/D)
In the morning transfer to Phnom Penh airport for departure to Siem Reap. Upon arrival in Siem Reap airport, transfer direct to ecological site and visit to South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon, Baphoun, the Terrace of Temple, Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. It is time to visit the world wonder of Angkor Wat and sunset from Phnom Bakheng Hill. Dinner with Apsara show at local restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Siem Reap (B/L)
Today we continue to visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers, Pre Rup, East Mebon, Neak Poan. In the afternoon we visit Krovan, Royal Bath of Srah Srang and Banteay Kdei temples. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 5: Siem Reap - Luang Prabang (B/D)
In the morning transfer to airport for flight to Luang Prabang. On arrival we will be met and transferred to hotel. After a short rest, we visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrine of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. We then climb up to the top of Mount Phousi for an enjoyable exploration of the sacred, gilded stupa as well as a beautiful sunset view of the city and the Mekong River . From there, we explore the Night Market, where you can find a lovely selection of handmade textiles made by the hilltribe and local people surrounding Luang Prabang. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 6: Pak Ou cave – Khouangsi Waterfall (B/D)
An optional early start gives you the fantastic opportunity to participate in the daily morning rituals of saffron-clad monks collecting offerings of Alms (often in the form of sticky rice) from the faithful residents. This tradition is very unique in Laos , being the only Buddhist nation still preserving the ritual. You can also visit the morning Phosi Market where you canl see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings.
After breakfast, you enjoy a short-guided tour seeing the city's oldest temple of Wat Sene and the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We then board a cruise upstream on the Mekong River , which also gives us a panaromic view of the tranquil countryside as well as an interesting visit to the mysterious of Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims. Along the way, we stop at the small village of Ban Xanghai , where the local rice wine is distilled. We return to Luang Prabang in the afternoon, on the way we take a short drive to Ban Phanom, a small village well known for its hand weaving.
After lunch you continue towards Khouangsi Waterfall, en route, we visit the local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, Ban Ou, Laoloum and Ban Thapene, then drive to the beautiful Khouangsi Waterfall. Here you can take a dip in the inviting pools or walk along the forest trails surrounding the waterfall. Return to Luang Prabang by late afternoon and continue to Ban Xangkhong, a village well known for silk handweaving and for traditional Saa Paper making. Watch the sunset at Wat Siphouthabath. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Day 7: Luang Prabang – Vientiane (B/D)
The National Museum (closed Tuesdays) at the former Royal Palace, displays a lovely collection of the artefacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the days of the early kings right through the last sovereign. The National Museum and the Central Market are not to be missed. We visit these sights in the morning before catching our flight back to Vientiane .
Upon arrival in Vientiane, you see the major sights of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket, the temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo , which previously housed the famous Emerald Buddha Image. On the way to Lao's national precious heritage, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, we stop enroute to take some pictures of the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is well known as Vientiane 's own Arc de Triumph. We watch the sunset by Mekong Riverside and spend the evening here absorbing the city's nightlife. Dinner at local restaurant. Overnight in Vientiane .
Day 8: Departure (B)
After breakfast you visit the Morning Market and the weaving village of Ban Nong Bouathong (if time permits). Transfer to Wattay airport for departure. Thanks for joining with Luxury Travel !
Cities |
Hotels List |
Room Type |
Superior Category / 3-star hotel |
PhnomPenh |
Juliana hotel
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Deluxe |
Siem Reap |
Somadevi Angkor Hotel |
Deluxe |
Vientiane |
City Inn Vientiane
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Deluxe |
Luang Prabang |
Mano Luck Hotel
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Standard |
First Class Category / 4-star hotel |
Phnom Penh |
Hotel Cambodiana
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Deluxe |
Siem Reap |
Apsara Angkor Hotel
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Deluxe |
Vientiane |
Green Park Boutique Hotel Vientiane
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Deluxe |
Luang Prabang |
Villa Santi Resort & Spa
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Deluxe |
Deluxe Category / 5-star hotel |
Siem Reap |
Sofitel Royal Angkor Resort
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Luxury |
Alila Sothea Siem Reap
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Royal Deluxe |
Phnom Penh |
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
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Landmark |
Vientiane |
Green Park Boutique Hotel Vientiane
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Deluxe |
Luang Prabang |
Villa Maly Hotel
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Deluxe |
Luxury Category / Luxury 5-star hotel |
Siem Reap |
Amansara resort
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Suite |
Phnom Penh |
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
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State room |
Vientiane |
Settha Palace Hotel
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Junior Suite |
Luang Prabang |
Amantaka Resort
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Suite |
Tour price includes:
• Private door-to-door pick-up & drop-off services.
• All private transfer and transportation
• Accommodation shared in Twin/Double room with daily breakfast
• Experienced English or French speaking guide.
• All In-tour flights as per itinerary.
• Private boat trip as per tour.
• Meals as stated in the itinerary (B: Breakfast ; L: Lunch ; D: Dinner)
• All sightseeing tickets.
• Seasonal fruits, tissues and water on coach.
• Complimentary Vietnam visa on arrival pre-approved letter.
• Services charges and government tax.
• Exclusive and personalized single agent/single customer service.
• No extra charge after confirmation
• 24/7 hotline support guaranteed
Tour price excludes:
• International flights & departures taxes.
• Beverage
• Travel insurance
• Personal expenses, tips and gratuities
• Vietnam visa stamp fee.
• Cambodia & Laos visa fee. (Visa on arrival easy & recommended)
• Others not mentioned above
Group size |
Valid From 01 Oct, 11 – 30 Sep, 2012
Price per person in USD in party of |
| 1 |
2 |
3-4 |
5-6 |
7-9 |
10-14 |
Sgl Sup |
| Superior |
2,162 |
1,624 |
1,542 |
1,438 |
1,412 |
1,384 |
176 |
| First Class |
2,700 |
1,905 |
1,820 |
1,711 |
1,685 |
1,655 |
334 |
| Deluxe |
3,631 |
2,418 |
2,328 |
2,217 |
2,196 |
2,163 |
642 |
| Luxury |
8,995 |
5,333 |
5,244 |
5,138 |
5,110 |
5,061 |
997 |
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