Laos and Cambodia
Laos and Cambodia
Experience ancient traditions, historic temples and picturesque landscapes
Discover Laos and Cambodia on this fascinating tour, exploring the main highlights, scenic countryside and local customs of both countries. Join a traditional Lao ceremony in Luang Prabang, enjoy a refreshing swim in the pools of the Khuang Si Waterfalls, be entertained at the circus and ride the bamboo train in Battambang. All this and more awaits on this 13-day holiday of a lifetime.
Locations you will be visiting
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Luang Prabang, Laos
Discover the sights and traditions for Luang Prabang with this handy destination guide.
3 Days
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Vang Vieng, Laos
Discover the sights and traditions for Vang Vieng with this handy destination guide.
2 Days
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Vientiane, Laos
Discover the sights and traditions for Vientiane with this handy destination guide.
1 Day
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Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Discover the sights and traditions for Phnom Penh with this handy destination guide.
2 Days
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Battambang, Cambodia
Discover the sights and traditions for Battambang with this handy destination guide.
1 Day
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Siem Reap, Cambodia
Discover the sights and traditions for Siem Reap with this handy destination guide.
2 Days
YOUR TOUR ITINERARY
Laos and Cambodia
13 day Tour Itinerary
An overview of your trip
DAY 1 Fly to Luang Prabang
Fly from the UK to Luang Prabang.
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 2 Arrive Luang Prabang
Upon arrival at the beautiful UNESCO World Heritage-listed Luang Prabang, our guide will meet and organise your transfer to your hotel to check-in. In the evening, experience a traditional Baci Ceremony with dinner. This traditional ceremony is performed to call escaped spirits back to the body and is very important for Lao people before major events such as weddings, births, travel or when welcoming friends, to bring good luck. This welcoming ritual is followed by a traditional dance and dinner where many typical Lao dishes are eaten.
- Meals included: Dinner
DAY 3 Khuang Si Waterfalls
Visit the impressive Stupa of Wat Visoun, a peaceful temple featuring the much-photographed Watermelon Stupa. Continue to the National Museum, housed in the former Royal Palace, and drive through beautiful countryside filled with rice fields, hills, and villages, stopping at a tribal village, on your way to the scenic Khuang Si Waterfall. Marvel at the crystal clear waters as they tumble into the many pools, ideal for a refreshing dip for those who have remembered to take their swimwear.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4 Pak Ou Caves
Start the day at Wat Xieng Thong, the most beautiful temple in Luang Prabang, dating back to the 16th century. Travel upstream on the Mekong River to the sacred Buddha caves of Pak Ou. Stop at the local villages of Ban Xanghai and Ban Xang Khong, and see Phousi Mountain, popular as a place to watch the sun set.
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5 Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng
Following breakfast at your hotel, travel to Vang Vieng, nestled in a bend of the Nam Song River, and explore the famous caves of Tham Jang.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Drive
DAY 6 Vang Vieng
Today is free at your leisure to explore Vang Vieng and the local area for yourself. Perhaps take an optional kayaking tour on the Nam Song River.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 7 Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Travel south to Vientiane, and tour the city seeing the oldest temple, Wat Sisaket, home to thousands of miniature Buddha statues, and the former royal temple of Wat Prakeo. Visit the That Luang Stupa and the imposing Patuxay Monument, which is known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triumph!
- Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
- Transport: Drive
DAY 8 Vientiane to Phnom Penh
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, before transferring to the airport for your flight to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The rest of the day is free at leisure to relax or explore the local area.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Airplane
DAY 9 Phnom Penh
After breakfast, visit the National Museum, the famous Royal Palace, built in 1866, and the adjoining Silver Pagoda. Explore the bustling central market and walk through Phnom Penh’s old French quarter. Marvel at Wat Phnom, a Buddhist temple located in the heart of the city, and continue to the moving Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, followed by a relaxing stroll by the river.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 10 Phnom Penh to Battambang
Drive to Battambang, pausing en-route at the former capital of Oudong, and continue to Kompong Chhnang, well known for its fine clay pottery. Upon arrival at Battambang the rest of the day is at leisure. In the evening evening, enjoy a performance from The Phare Ponleu Selpak, Cambodian Circus.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Drive
DAY 11 Battambang to Siem Reap
In the morning explore the vibrant Battambang Market, then continue on to a local village, to see rural life. Ride on the famous bamboo train, which was originally made for local villagers to transport their goods. Drive to Siem Reap, stopping to experience the unique Mechrey Floating Village, on the way.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Drive
DAY 12 Siem Reap Temples
Depart early for the sunrise at Angkor Wat. This 12th-century temple took 30 years to build, and shows the Khmer civilisation at its grandest. After breakfast explore Angkor Thom by Tuk Tuk, visiting the South Gate and the Bayon. Continue to Baphoun, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. See Ta Prohm Temple, undoubtedly the most atmospheric ruin at Angkor, as it has been left to the jungle. In the late afternoon, watch the sunset over atmospheric Angkor Wat.
- Meals included: Breakfast
DAY 13 Fly to UK
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the airport for your return flight back to the UK.
- Meals included: Breakfast
- Transport: Airplane
Optional Extras - Cultural Experiences
There is some free time in your itinerary for you to explore on your own, treat yourself to an excursion, or add a beach extension to the end of your trip. Use the links below to create a to-do list, or, if you’d prefer us to book you onto one of these or any other excursions, please let us know when booking your tour.
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Cambodia
Cambodia: Sihanoukville & Koh Rong Beach Stay
4 day tour from £375,00
Relax on the beautiful stretches of white sandy beaches beach in Sihanoukville, Cambodia’s premier beach resort. Sihanoukville is also famous for serving wonderful fresh sea food at fantastic value.
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Vietnam
Vietnam & Cambodia: Cookery Demonstrations and Classes
Cooking classes can be arranged in both Vietnam and Cambodia.
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Cambodia
Cambodia: Helicopter Ride Over Angkor Wat
Ride on a helicopter to enjoy the view of Angkor Wat form the air.
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Vietnam
Indochina: Relax at a Yoga Retreat
Join Yoga Retreat that emphasis on natural living, wellness and to truly release stress from your daily life.
Sample Accommodation
Your holiday details
Laos: Laos and Cambodia
from£2,899
What's included:
- International flights
- Domestic flights
- 4★ accommodation on twin share basis
- Transfers
- Transportation
- Tours as stated
- Meals as specified
- Airport taxes
- Local tips
- Personal spending
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
Price from £2,899
Single room supplement £499
(Prices are for minimum 2 passengers, sole passenger prices on request)
Land only from £2,199
(excluding international flights)
Prices and products are subject to availability at the time of booking.
The deposit for these arrangements is £300 per person. Balance is due 12 weeks before departure.
When making an enquiry or reservation we will request your contact details, however no payment will be required at this stage. We will contact you for payment details and to confirm your booking, your details and the details of those travelling with you along with any extras you’d like to add.
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