Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos Tour 8 Days
A short journey with 8 days to see the best highlights of 3 countries: Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, including Ho Chi Minh, Siem Reap Angkor and Luang Prabang. Greatly dive into its rich history, bustling markets, and French colonial architecture. Cruise the Mekong Delta River to see lush landscapes and floating villages. In Cambodia, witness Siem Reap, a home to the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat temple complex and its ancient ruins, and observe Kampong Phluk village at the impressive Tonle Sap Lake. Finally, unwind in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its serene temples, stunning Kuang Si Waterfalls, Pak Ou Caves, experience the alms offering as well as joining buffalo dairy which promotes sustainable farming, empowering local communities.
Destinations
Ho Chi Minh → Mekong Delta → Siem Reap → Luang Prabang
Or Vice Versa
Program Detail
Day 1: Ho Chi Minh - 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 Tan Son Nhat 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 Ho Chi Minh
*Meal Plan: None
Day 2: My Tho – Mekong Delta Tour
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.00am out of the bustling Ho Chi Minh to My Tho boat pier where we process to embark a local motorboat which slides on Mekong Delta overlooking islets, fish farms and floating houses admired by fishing and trading activities on boats. In Unicorn Island, we will be pampered by Vietnamese traditional music depicting a folk art rooted from South Vietnam and get refreshed by tropical fruit tasting. Continue by canoe, we explore the natural beauty of Mekong canals with lush beautiful coconut trees stretching at both sides until we enjoy the walking tour to observe bee keeping farm and sample honey tea before having lunch. After lunch break, we catch our regular boat to coconut candy workshop to learn the processing of how coconut candies are made, along with a chance to taste and chew sweet candies or purchase a few packs before we get in our awaiting car/minivan and drive back to Ho Chi Minh in the evening.
Overnight in Ho Chi Minh
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 3: Ho Chi Minh City Tour & Flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re going out for guided Ho Chi Minh City tour along with War Remnants Museum that you can witness Indochina war history while browsing various items relating Vietnam War, visit the fascinating architecture of Reunification Palace which was the former workplace and residence of the President of the Republic of Vietnam, admired by French colonial buildings of Notre Dame Cathedral and Central Post Office, we then stroll at Jade Emperor Pagoda before go shopping at the famous Ben Thanh market where you observe trading exchanges and you can’t absolutely ignore to purchase some souvenirs.
Enjoy the rest of free time in Ho Chi Minh before transferring to airport for flight to Siem Reap, Cambodia.
Upon your arrival, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply enjoy yourselves free time at hotel or make your own strolling around city.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 4: Full Day Angkor Temples & Apsara Dance Show
Breakfast is served at hotel. We’re journeying out of hotel at 8.00am to 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 tasty Khmer set lunch at a selected local restaurant near temples.
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 (free of charge) is available at Phnom Bakheng, please speak to our tour guide to manage this for you. This is a hiking up (Approx. 25 minutes/way) to the hill and it’s always touristy or skip it if you feel tired.
Evening, transfer to have yummy buffet dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance performance at a selected local restaurant.
Overnight in Siem Reap
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Tonle Sap Lake & Flight to Luang Prabang, Laos
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off hotel at 8.30am for countryside sightseeing along with a visit at local market to see interesting trades before resuming our journey to Kompong Phluk village of Tonle Sap Lake. We process to take a boat trip along canal toward the centre of Kompong 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 their student uniforms coming back from their classes. Witness how life works on the water and how people make the lake as home then we embark on a 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 Tonle Sap ecosystem and its rich biosphere reserve.
Our team will transfers you to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport for your flight to Luang Prabang, Laos.
Upon your arrival, our experienced team (with welcome signage) will greet you at the arrival gate then transfers to a reserved hotel for check in and simply enjoy yourselves free time at hotel or make your own strolling around city.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
Day 6: Alms Giving, Luang Prabang City Tour & Pak Ou Caves
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.
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 7: Buffalo Dairy and Kuang Si Waterfalls
Breakfast is served at hotel. We set off at 8.45am and 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 having lunch at a selected local restaurant.
The rest of the afternoon is reserved as free time at your own exploration.
Overnight in Luang Prabang
*Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8: Luang Prabang - Departure
Breakfast is served at hotel. Enjoy the rest of free time in Luang Prabang before transferring to Luang Prabang International Airport for your flight to the next destination.
*Meal Plan: Breakfast
*International flight is NOT included in the tour price.
Thank You
Goodbye Beautiful Southeast Asia
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