BEAUTY OF MEKONG DELTA, CAMBODIA AND LAOS
BEAUTY OF MEKONG DELTA, CAMBODIA AND LAOS
Tour code : BMCL
Duration : 14 Days 13 Nights
Discover the alluring destinations of Indochina and embrace the local life as you broaden your horizons. Explore Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos. Visit floating markets and local villages as you cruise along the Mekong River.
Day 01: Arrive Phnom Penh (D)
Day 02: Phnom Penh (B / L / D)
Day 03: Phnom Penh - Siem Reap VOL (B / L / D)
Day 04: Siem Reap (B / L / D)
Day 05: Siem Reap (B / L / D)
Day 06: Siem Reap - VOL Vientiane (B / L / D)
Day 07: Vientiane - Vang Vieng (B / L/ D)
Day 08: Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang (car 220 km) (B / L / D)
Day 09: Luang Prabang (B / L / D)
Day 10: Pak Ou Cave & drop Kuangxi (car) - Luang Prabang (B / L / D)
Day 11: Luang Prabang - Xieng Khuang (B / L / D)
Day 12: Xieng Khuang - Vientiane (B / L / D)
Day 13: Vientiane - Phnom Penh (B)
Day 14: Phnom Penh - Return Flight (B)
BEAUTY OF MEKONG DELTA, CAMBODIA AND LAOS
Tour code : BMCL
Duration : 14 Days 13 Nights
Day 01: Arrive Phnom Penh (D)
Home in Phnom Penh, a city full of traditions of Khmer and colonial charm in our guide. Transfer to the hotel. Then a trip to the city center: the Central Market and walk to the old neighborhood. Free evening.
Day 02: Phnom Penh (B/ L/ D)
You will visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and Independence Monument. In after - noon, visits the Museum of Toul Sleng genocide. Prior to 1975, Toul Sleng was a high school that the Khmer Rouge turned it into a prison. Then visit Wat Phnom Daun Penh, built by lady Daun Penh in 1372. Finally, enjoy the sunset while sailing along the Mekong River. Return to the hotel.
Day 03: Phnom Penh - Siem Reap VOL (B/ L/ D)
Departure by plane to Siem Reap. Meeting with the guide. A cruise on the Tonle Sap Lake. This tour offers a glimpse of the old traditions of riparian life and natural Cambodia. Visit to the wonder of the world "Angkor Wat" - one of the seven greatest architectural wonders of the world. Then visits Thommanon Temple, Banteay Kdei, Srash Srong. Then visit the Temple of Kravan and particularly the Temple of Ta Phrom, a monastery built by Jayavarman VII as a residence for his mother. Dinner with Apsara Dance show at the theater Apsara Angkor Century.
Day 04: Siem Reap (B/ L/ D)
Visits to Angkor Thom (the big city) include: the South Gate; the famous Bayon temple (built in the 12th century), which is one of the most enigmatic Angkor temples; Baphuon Temple, located just north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of the mythical Mount Meru; Terrace of Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King; Phimean Akas temple, which means' heavenly palace. In the afternoon, visit the temple of Phnom Bakheng, the first temple in the Angkor region, built by King Yasovarman I in the 9th century. You are advised to go to the temple elephant sits on a gently sloping hill Phnom Bakheng where you have a good chance to admire the beautiful sunset at Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Return to the hotel.
Day 05: Siem Reap (B/ L/ D)
A day for the Angkor complex. Morning visit to the temple of Banteay Samre. Then visit the temple of Banteay Srei, built under Jayavarman V, as the jewel in the crown of classical Khmer art. Its walls rose-colored sandstone are decorated with sculptures and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom sculptures. Continuation of visits to temples Ta Keo, Preah Rup, Preah Neak Pean, East Mebon, Preah Khan. Then tour the Pre Rup Temple, considered a funerary temple and Tasom Temple.
Day 06: Siem Reap - VOL Vientiane (B/ L/ D)
Transfer to the airport and fly to Vientiane - the capital of Laos. Arrival at the hotel for a little rest. Visit sacred sites: the Wat Sisaket Temple, built in 1818 then the war memorial Patouxai.. Inspired by the Arc de Triomphe in Paris, the Patouxai (Lao for Gateway victory) is adorned with an array of heroes Lao then transfer to Wat Ho Phakeo - a former royal temple. Return to the hotel and free time.
Day 07: Vientiane - Vang Vieng (B/ L/ D)
Transfer to Vang Vieng with stopover at Vang Xang archaeological dating to the 11th century. Upon arrival at Vang Vieng, we cross the Nam Song River, then enjoy a short hike in the mountains landscape. Today ends with a spectacular view of the sunset over the Nam Song River. Transfer to the hotel and free time for leisure at the hotel.
Day 08: Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang (car 220 km) (B/ L/ D)
Transfer by bus to Luang Prabang, the ancient capital of Lao, classified by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. Luang Prabang is a small peaceful town with a remarkably well-preserved combination of Lao and French colonial architecture. The city is still a treasure trove of beautiful temples, historical monuments, better keeping the typical tradition. Visit Wat Mai - the largest temple in Luang Prabang, and then climb to the top of Phou Si temple with 382 steps to a beautiful view of the beautiful sunset from Luang Prabang Mekong River.
Day 09: Luang Prabang (B/ L/ D)
Tours around Luang Prabang including the National Museum of the former Royal Palace, which displays a lovely collection of the artifacts reflecting the richness of Lao culture dating from the time of the first kings in the last sovereign. Then visit the weaving village of Lu ethnic Ban Phanom. Afternoon visit royal temples such as Wat Xieng Thong which represent the classical architecture of Luang Prabang temple; we explore stupas of Wat Visoun. Walk to the night market where you can find the lovely collection of textiles by hand. Return to your hotel and free at leisure at night.
Day 10: Pak Ou Cave & drop Kuangxi (car) - Luang Prabang (B/ L/ D)
Boat trip upstream on the Mekong River and visit the Pak Ou Caves in the side of a limestone cliff and opposite the mouth of the Mekong and Ou rivers. Sanctuaries Pak Ou consist of two large caves, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images, which range from simple centimeters to two meters in height. Stop at Ban Xanghai famous village of Lao traditional rice whiskey. Dinner at a restaurant in the waterfront. Then excursion to drop Kuangsi. Return to Luang Prabang.
Day 11: Luang Prabang - Xieng Khuang (B/ L/ D)
Transfer Xieng Khuang. The journey takes about 5 hours away. On the way, stop to visit the hill tribes and natural landscape Sala Phoukhoun. Continuation visits Thampra Hmong and varied and diverse minority mountain villages. Arrival in Xieng Kuang. A short break at the hotel and then visit the Plain of Jar 1 to 1 impressive archaeological site where hundreds of large stone jars are littered in the tray.
Day 12: Xieng Khuang - Vientiane (B/ L/ D)
Day visit the Plain of Jars archaeological stone Jars (site 2 and 3). There are over 300 giant stone jars are scattered through the misty plateau weight between one and six tons each. Transfer to the airport, flight to Vientiane. Arrival in Vientiane, free time for shopping or break Blood market.
Day 13: Vientiane - Phnom Penh (B) Morning free. Transfer to the airport for your flight to Phnom Penh. Free meals. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 14 Phnom Penh - Return Flight (B) Transfer to the airport in Phnom Penh Pochentong. Flight to your country.
PRICE IN USD & SEPARATED INTO 2 STAGES OF ITINERARIES
COUNTRY / PRICE | 4 – 6 pers | 7 – 10 pers | 11 – 15 pers | Single Supplement |
Cambodge | 532 | 501 | 465 | 95 |
Laos | 863 | 840 | 816 | 207 |
Tour Package Included
- Transportation and transfers privatized
- Accommodation in double occupancy in the upper class hotels mentioned in the program or the like;
- Meals as per the code: (B)-Breakfast; (L) dinner; (D)-supper;
- Transfer by private car with air conditioning and boats;
- French speaking local guides and costs of visits;
- Cultural evenings in the program and special dinners
- Formalities OBTAINING visa on arrival
Tour Package Excluded
- All international flights:
+ Phnom Penh / Sieam Reap: U.S. $ 105 / pax (TTC)
+ Sieam Reap / Vientiane: U.S. $ 220 / pax (TTC)
+ Xieng Khuang - Vientiane: U.S. $ 90 / pax (TTC)
+ Vientiane / Phnom Penh: U.S. $ 180 / pax (TTC)
- Meals and visits other than those mentioned
- Tips for tour guides and drivers and porters;
- Travel insurance;
- Supplement excess baggage and personal expenses;
- Visa fee: U.S. $ 25 / pax / country
YOUR HOTELS LIST
Phnom Penh : Cardamon 3 * Hotel or same class - 3 nights; Siem Reap Royal Empire Hotel 3 * or class - 3 nights;
Vientiane : City Inn Vientiane Hotel 3 * or same class - 2 nights; Vang Vieng Elephant Crossing Hotel 3 * or same class - 1 night;
Luang Prabang : Manoluck 3 * Hotel or same class - 3 nights;
Xieng Kuang : Vansana 3 * Hotel or same class - 1 night;
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Email: thanhtruc@vitours.com.vn
Mobile : (084)949 659 634
Skype: fengnguyen - Ext : 203
