The Value Laos Cambodia Tour 9 Nights / 10 Days
This classic Laos & Cambodia tour offers great value to explore the major cities of both Indochina countries, visit the sleepy Vientiane Capital dotting with oldest temples and pagodas included the famous Pha That Luang and the remarkable Victory Gate of Patuxai Monument, and see the giant reclining Buddha statue in Buddha Park with interesting legendary. By express train to Luang Prabang, then uniquely witness the respectful culture and heritage site, combines the picturesque Kuang Si Waterfalls, mountainous Pak Ou Caves, witness Alms Giving searching by saffron monks, the reputable Wat Xiengthong and tour activity included feeding buffaloes. In Cambodia, witness the marvelous Angkor Wat along with incredible complex, have fun on ox cart ride, Tonle Sap’s mangroves admired by tall stilt-houses and observe the iconic Phnom Penh dotting with the striking Royal Palace, national museum, historical sites of killing field/museum, interact locals from cyclo ride and get on board for sunset cruise followed by delicate dinner.
Destinations
Vientiane → Luang Prabang → Siem Reap → Phnom Penh
Or Vice Versa
Program Detail
Day 1: Vientiane – Arrival
International flight is NOT included in the tour price.
Our friendly team (guide and driver) will welcome you at the arrival gate upon your arrival at Wattay International Airport then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply enjoy yourselves free time at hotel or explore central city by your own.
Overnight in Vientiane
*Meal Plan: None
Day 2: Buddha Park & Vientiane City Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. We leave hotel at 8.30am to see interesting local trades at Talat Sao market then drive with 25km for a worth visit to the impressive Buddha Park (Wat Xieng Khouane) situates along the Mekong River, the park contains more than 200 religious Hindus & Buddha images along with the notable giant reclining Buddha, the park comes with three interesting stories representing three levels: Hell, Earth and Heaven. Hear story from your tour guide while strolling around to take some nice photos of various sculptures.
Enjoy lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we go for city tour of Vientiane Capital, start with Wat Si Saket which is known as the oldest temple in city and wander at Wat Si Muang which admired by its attractive cultural Lao art styles. We’ll continue to unlock history of Haw Phra Kaew was built 16th century and used to house sacred Emerald Buddha. Next, we pay attention at the famous Pha That Luang which is well recognized as the significant gold covered Buddhist stupa and also the national symbol of Laos. Near the end of the trip, go for breathtaking at the garden park dotting with the remarkable Patuxai Monument – the most prominent Victory Gate in the city.
Overnight in Vientiane
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Vientiane to Luang Prabang by Express Train & Pak Ou Caves
Breakfast is served at hotel. Checked out and our team transfers you to train station for departure at 9.20am (2 hours) to Luang Prabang. Once you arrived, you will be greeted by our friendly team then transfers to a booked hotel for check in.
Afternoon, we process to take a long tail boat which sails on the mighty Mekong River admired by beautiful scenery of river, mountain and forest then our boat slowly moves close the mountain cave mouth where we walk along the stairs up into limestone caves which house hundreds of Buddha images as it has come a sacred place for worship for many centuries. Unlock interesting legends and story about the caves from your tour guide as if we enjoy the spectacular view of Mekong River. Near the end of the trip, we will visit and see the process of Lao rice whiskey at Ban Xang Hai which is popularly known as the rice whiskey village in Luang Prabang, and it’s a nice time to take a sip before returning hotel in the evening.
Evening, our team takes you to have delicious Lao set menu dinner at Bamboo Tree Lao (or similar).
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: Alms Giving, Luang Prabang Tour, Buffalo Dairy & Kuang Si Waterfalls
Breakfast is served at hotel. We rise a bit early in the morning to observe Buddhist saffron monks in progress searching for alms offers from locals which it is religiously known as traditional alms giving ceremony that all tourists can’t definitely ignore when visit Luang Prabang.
Return hotel for breakfast before heading out again to stroll at Phosy market to observe bustling trades between locals and vendors. Continue to challenge 328 steps up to the top of Phousi Hill to catch the spectacular views of Luang Prabang city, Mekong & Nam Khan Rivers, forests and mountains. Afterwards, visit Royal Palace which is one of national museums in Laos that was built by French during French colonial period, see Heuan Chan Heritage – the 19th century and well reserved wooden house in Luang Prabang then we’ll wander to observe the finest artistic styles of Buddhist monasteries included Wat Sensoukharam, important Wat Xiengthong and Wat Wisunarat at the end of the trip. Have lunch at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, we journey passing rural Lao countryside and Hmong tribe villages then we stop for a short visit Ban Na Ouane Hmong minority village where you witness their basic living and daily activities before going for a worth visit at Buffalo Dairy that you’re gonna observe how they feed, milk buffaloes and get to know how some kinds of cheeses are produced from buffalo dairy in the region. Continue our journey to visit the fascinating Kuang Si Waterfalls where we have a walking up to wander on the top of the waterfalls, enjoy the tranquil surrounding and beautiful views. Return to the major area then spend times to observe its natural beauty with take nice photos, get refreshed and cooled off, and swim in crystal blue water pools. We’ll then visit the Black Bear Rescue Centre before returning hotel.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5: Luang Prabang - Flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Luang Prabang before transferring to airport for flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Upon arrival, you will be friendly greeted by our escort guide and driver then transfer to a booked hotel in Siem Reap and simply have free time after check in.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 6: Full Day Guided Angkor Discovery
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re journeying out of hotel at 8.00am the South Gate of Angkor Thom atop 4 giant faces that religiously represents compassion, sympathy, equanimity and charity. Stroll around Bayon temple consisting of more than 200 smiling faces in stone, admired by interesting temples including Baphuon, Phimeanakas, terrace of leper king and terrace of elephant. Resume the journey to visit Ta Prohm temple adorned with the stunning, amazing tree roots where Lara Croft Tomb Raider was filmed.
Enjoy Khmer set lunch followed by a soft drink or fresh coconut juice at a selected local restaurant.
Afternoon, continue to witness the marvelous Angkor Wat – the world’s heritage listed by UNESCO in 1992 and the largest unrivaled monument in the world. Built by Suryavarman II in 12th Century, Angkor Wat is considered as one of the top destinations in Asia and is a must-see in your lifetime. Learning from your tour guide the amazing history, its ancestral incredible, architectural masterpieces and the finest carvings dates back to the Khmer Empire when it dominated the largest parts of Southeast Asia.
Note: Visiting beautiful sunset is available at Phnom Bakheng, please speak to our tour guide to manage this for you. This is a hiking up (Approx. 30 minutes/way) to the hill and it’s always touristy or skip it if you feel tired.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7: Oxcart Ride, Kampong Phluk Village & Apsara Performance
Breakfast is served at hotel. We head out of hotel at 8.00am for countryside sightseeing along with a visit at local market to see interesting trades. Next, we grab the opportunity by taking ox cart ride (short ride only) venturing through home gardens overlooking rice fields, interact the local people and come across animals, and stilt houses. Continue heading to Kampong Phluk village of Tonle Sap Lake. We process to take a boat trip along canal toward the centre of Kampong Phluk then the boat slows down to let you enjoy the surrounding admired by amazing houses atop high poles, come across the highlight of fishing activities as well as see people selling fruits/vegetable/meats on their boats, you sometimes see kids in student uniforms coming back from their classes. Witness how life works on the water and how people make the lake as home then we resume take canoe to explore the pleasant mangroves, enjoy the serenity while taking picturesque photos and you may see a few waterbirds. Continue by our main boat to see the great lake of Tonle Sap, learn from your tour guide about ecosystem and its rich biosphere reserve. Return hotel for break and refreshment.
Evening, transfer to have Khmer set dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance performance at a selected local restaurant.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner Show
You can extend a few days if you really love to explore more in Siem Reap, there are a lot of things to do and see included Kulen elephant forest, Phnom Kulen waterfalls and other ancient temples with the intricately carved Banteay Srei or even unique Phare Cambodian Circus that won The Guinness World Record.
Day 8: Siem Reap to Phnom Penh by Private Car/Minivan
Breakfast is served at hotel. Check out and we leave hotel at 8.30am and drive with 6 hours toward Phnom Penh Capital. On the way, we stop to sample a few bites of Bamboo sticky rice with learning how it is made, have a short visit at the 12th century ancient bridge at Kampong Kdei – the bridge was built in 12th century during Angkor time, and a chance to dare tasting the deep fried insects at Skun village before we’re reaching a booked hotel in Phnom Penh in the evening.
Note: Domestic flight is available upon request.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 9: Phnom Penh – Tuol Sleng, Killing Field, National Museum & Sunset Cruise
Breakfast is served at hotel. Today our guide and driver meet you at hotel’s lobby at 8.00am then drive to witness the tragic site of Cheug Ek – the killing field that proceeded more than 20 thousands of civilians and the site is connecting with Tuol Sleng Museum – was the former school that was transformed to Tortured Prison S21. Stroll around Russian market for shopping.
Afternoon, we go for a guided tour at the National Museum, the world’s most important collection of Cambodian antique sculptures and carvings. Next, continue to visit Wat Phnom with interesting legendary of founding place of Phnom Penh Capital. Return hotel refreshment and short break.
Evening, we head to Phnom Penh’s Riverside then get on board with a welcome cocktail while the boat is slowly cruising along Mekong & Tonle Bassac, watch the nice sunset fading at horizon before Western set dinner (or buffet) is started to serve, unwind yourself with colorful Phnom Penh nightlights. Disembark and return hotel.
Overnight in Phnom Penh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Dinner Cruise
Day 10: Royal Palace, Market Tour By Cyclo & Departure
Breakfast is served at hotel. We leave hotel at 8.00am to take a challenge of cyclo ride (rickshaw) along riverfront for fantastic morning highlight of Phnom Penh Capital toward Independent Monument where we stop to capture some beautiful photos before resuming the ride to stroll around central market to see bustling local trades. Finished the cyclo ride at Royal Palace, we walk to visit The Royal Palace – a complex of buildings which are served as the royal residence for the King of Cambodia, admired by impressive Silver Pagoda with over 5000 solid silver tiles and other Royal Stupas, shrines, monuments etc.
Have delicate Khmer family set lunch at Bopha Titanic restaurant by Phnom Penh Riverside.
Enjoy the rest of free time in Phnom Penh then our team will pick you up from hotel’s lobby and transfers to Phnom Penh International Airport for your flight to the next destination.
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Thank You
Goodbye Beautiful Southeast Asia
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