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Duration: 18 days
Place: Siem Reap - Kampong Cham - Kampong Thom - Kratie - Stung Treng - Khong Island - Khone Island - Pakse - Vientiane - Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang - Ratanakiri
Meals: 17 Breakfast, 0 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Highlights
- Angkor, meeting the history of the City of the Gods. An incomparable jewel in the heart of a devouring jungle, in an atmosphere respectful of an admirable past
- Kampong Thom is the ideal access to return to the superb pre-Angkorian site of Sambor Prei Kuk, listed as a UNESCO heritage site in 2017
- Kampong Cham is a stopover with beautiful colonial residences which give it a very special charm
- Vang Vieng is a small town in Laos located north of Vientiane, which is surrounded by impressive limestone mountains and caves
- Vientiane - Small green capital with shady streets, brings together its peaceful colonial district, with beautiful buildings
- Luang Prabang is the city listed as a UNESCO heritage site

Itinerary
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Your adventure in Siem Reap has started:
You will be welcomed at the airport then transferred to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
Free time for personal activities.
Overnight at a hotel
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Siem Reap – Angkor Thom – Ta Prohm – Angkor Watt – Apsara Dinner (By Tuk Tuk)
Arriving in Angkor Thom by tuk – tuk :
- Visit the Victory Gate,
- Visit the Bayon,
- Visit the three – tiered Baphuon
- Visit the Royal Enclosure and its small temple, Phimeanakas.
- Pass through the Terrace of the Elephants,
- See the Terrace of the Leper King with its beautiful carvings of gods, nagas (semi – divine serpents), and dancers.
- Discover the impressive Ta Prohm temple,
- Visit the majestic Angkor Wat temple with exquisite bas – reliefs, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
- Attend an outstanding Apsara dance show – dinner.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast, Dinner -
Siem Reap – Roluos Group – 3 Buddhist Temples from the 12th Century
Discover Roluos Group, the old capital city of Khmer Empire,
- Preah Ko,
- Bakheng,
- Lo Lei,
- Prasat Kravan,
- Banteay Kdei,
- Srah Srang, also known as the Royal Bath,
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Kbal Spean – Banteay Srei – Banteay Samre
Cross the Kulen mountain range, a sacred site in Cambodia.
Take a short forest walk to reach Kbal Spean, also known as "The River of a Thousand Lingas", lies deep in the jungle northeast of Angkor and once supplied drinking water to the Angkor site.
Visit Banteay Srei (Hindu, 10th century), also called "The Citadel of Women",
Explore Banteay Samre, a flat Hindu temple from the 12th century dedicated to Vishnu and Shiva,
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Siem Reap - Tonle Sap - Kampong Thom: 190 km - 3h30
- Visit the fishing village of Chong Kneas.
- Enjoy a local boat cruise on Tonle Sap Lake,
- Discover floating villages with bamboo and straw huts.
- Continue the journey toward Kampong Thom.
- Discover the Sambor Prei Kuk temples of Chenla,
- Explore the site built by King Ishanavarman
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Kampong Thom - Kampong Cham - Kratie: 315 km - 6h
Discover Kampong Cham and its colonial architecture,
A visit to the rubber factory will explain the stages of rubber production.
Enjoy scenic views of rice fields on the rich, red fertile land along the route.
On the way, stop at Skun, known for its large tarantulas. You can taste these giant, grilled spiders,
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Discover Kratie, a small town near the Vietnamese border.
- Cruise to Prek Kampi, a natural site along the Mekong River that serves as a sanctuary for the endangered Irrawaddy freshwater dolphins.
- Take a small boat to cross the Mekong and explore the mangroves.
- Take a walk across the island and visit the more remote villages, experiencing the authentic local lifestyle.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Kratie - Stung Treng : 160 km - 3h
Transfer to Stung Treng, a bustling river port located at the junction of the Mekong River and the Sesan River.
Enjoy a half – day trek of approximately 8 km along the Mekong River trail, passing through remote rural villages and scenic forest galleries.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Stung Treng – Rattanakiri: 170 km - 3h
Depart in the morning for Banlung, the capital of Ratanakiri province, also known as "the red city" due to the omnipresent laterite.
Transfer to the hotel.
Take a walking tour to the volcanic lake Yeak Lom, a beautiful spot surrounded by pristine rainforest.
Enjoy a short walk around the lake.
Overnight at a hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Ratanakiri - Ban Lung - 4000 Islands - Khong Island: 285 km - 5h
Transfer by road to Dong Kralor, on the border with Laos.
After completing Customs formalities, and meeting your Laotiane guide, we drive to the site of the "4000 islands" and its wonderful peaceful landscapes.
Discover the village of Ban Khong to see the Wat Keo Phouang, and the magnificent Buddha, protected by seven heads of Naga’s.
Detour and stop by at the local market to discover the trade of palm sugar and other commodities.
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Khong island - Khone Island: 35 km - 1h
Cross the Mekong River by ferry to the site of the "4000 islands" and its wonderful peaceful landscapes.
Transfer to Khong Island,
Discover the village of Ban Khong to see the Wat Keo Phouang, and the magnificent Buddha, protected by seven heads of Naga’s.
Detour and stop by at the local market to discover the trade of palm sugar and other commodities.
Then, take a motor canoe through the region of the 4,000 islands to enjoy a look at river oriented life.
Stop at Khone Island to see the old colonial mansions of the French period, and while on the island we visit two waterfalls: the Li Phi falls and the spectacular Phapheng Waterfall,
The day concludes with the observation of rare, white "Irrawaddy" river dolphins.
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Khong Island - Pakse: 145 km - 3 h
Travel towards Ban Kiet Ngong and hike to the summit of Phou Asa Mountain, accompanied by the sounds of tropical birds along the way.
Arrive in Pakse in the late afternoon.
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Paksé - Fly - Vientiane: 1h
Free time for personal activities until your transfer to the airport of Pakse for the flight to Vientiane
Upon arrival at Vientiane's International Airport, you will be welcomed then privately transferred by a professional driver and an English – speaking guide to your arranged hotel for relaxation.
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Our day is spent visiting the capital city's main attractions such as temples and monuments:
Vat Sisaket,
Phraken Ho,
Patouxay,
The large golden stupa of That Luang,
The temple Wat Si Muang,
Relax in the Wat Sokpaluang, enjoying a wonderful steam bath and massage.
Enjoy some free time to stroll and investigate some of Vientiane’s markets, including the covered market, known as the “Morning Market” with lots of local crafts, jewelry, gold and silver on display.
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Vientiane - Vang Vieng: 130 km - 2h
Depart for Vang Vieng (3.5 hour drive)
Stop at the historical site of Vang Xang,
Then, enjoy a pleasant boat ride on the Nam Song River,
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang: 200 km - 6h
Depart for Luang Prabang,
Stop at Muang Xieng Nguen village to observe the local lifestyle.
Arrive in Luang Prabang in the late afternoon.
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast -
Uncover the ancient religious capital of Laos, and be surprised by its serenity and spirituality by tuk tuk:
Experience unforgettable moments by attending the procession of barefoot monks,
Visit some small morning markets,
Visit a local food market to discover some typical local Laos cuisine.
Marvel at the Wat Xieng Thong,
Visit the temple of Wat Visoun,
Explore the National Museum (formally the Royal Palace)
Cross the Mekong River by boat to the picturesque village of Ban Chan, a pottery village.
Visit Vat Xieng Mene, and then follow village paths and rocky trails along the Mekong towards Vat Chom Phet.
Climb the stairs to this unique temple,
Overnight at hotel
Meal: Breakfast - Free time for personal activities until your private transfer to the airport for your international departure flight.Meal: Breakfast
Inclusions
The travel cost varies depending on the season, type of accommodation, and number of travelers
Included
- All accommodation in suggested hotels
- All flights mentioned in program
- All meals as mentioned in the program
- All transfers by private car and a professional driver
- All other transportation used for travel: sampan, small boat, etc.
- A professional English – speaking guide at each stage the entire time (except during free time)
- All tours as per the designed program
- All entry fees for places you visit
- All the entertainment and shows mentioned in the program
- All program activities (cycling, bike, kayak, or others...)
Excluded
- International flights to and from your home country
- Beverages, personal expenses and other services not clearly mentioned
- Tipping guides and drivers, which are of course not mandatory, but always appreciated, are subject to your discretion
- Travel insurance of any kind that you subscribe to personally
- Any free time services: including car and driver, tour guide, lunch and dinner
BOOKING POLICY
- A deposit of 20% of the total amount of the quote per person. The balance to be paid on the first day of arrival in the country.
- As soon as HANOI VOYAGES has collected your deposit, within 10 days, you will receive our confirmation of your travel reservations, by email.
- If the cancellation occurs between 59 and 45 days before the start of the trip, 50% of the deposit is kept by HANOI VOYAGES.
- If the cancellation occurs between 44 and 21 days before the start of the trip, 70% of the deposit is retained by HANOI VOYAGES.
- If the cancellation occurs between 20 and 8 days before the start of the trip, 90% of the deposit
- If the cancellation occurs less than 8 days before the start of the trip, the deposit is retained totally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Hanoi Voyages offers a complete and varied range of accommodation options, where comfort, charm and warmth of welcome are always at the forefront. These hotels range from 3 stars to 5 stars depending on your budget.
Of course, Hanoi Voyages offers tailor-made and custom tours, so all changes are possible before departure, even after confirmation.
In case of cancellation, please contact us so that we can offer you a suitable solution.
We prioritize having a local guide specialized by region: one for the north, one for the central area, and one for the south. However, we balance the itinerary to minimize the tour guide's presence so you can save costs and enjoy other services.
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