Houei Xay – Pakbeng – CRUISE

At the border between Thailand and Laos, after completing customs formalities, you’ll cross the Mekong River by traditional pirogue. 

Enjoy a full day of navigation along the Mekong aboard a traditional boat, heading towards Pakbeng, a town inhabited primarily by the Hmong ethnic group.

Along the way, stop to visit ethnic minority villages, 

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Pakbeng – Cruise on slow boat – LUANG PRABANG

1.5 hours upstream to Luang Prabang, disembark to visit two sacred caves of Pak Ou, Tham Ting Cave and Tham Phoum Cave

On the journey back, stop at the village of Ban Xang Hai, 

Return to Luang Prabang and transfer to your hotel.

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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.
• 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, 
• Climb the stairs to this unique temple,

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Luang Prabang – Kuang Si Waterfall – Ethnic minority villages

Depart for the beautiful Kuang Si waterfall, 

• Swim in a natural pool nested in the lush tropical vegetation at Khuang Sy waterfall.
• Visit minority villages such as H’mong village of Ban Thinkeo and Khmu village of Ban Thapaene.
• Visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong, 
• Visit the Ock Pop Tok textile gallery for an explanation and viewing of some Lao Silk products, made with the co–operation of small villages.
• Enjoy some free time to stroll through the H’Mong night market, where a variety of original, local handicrafts are sold. 

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Luang Prabang – Nam Khan River on canoe – Tomb of Henri Mouhot

Depart to Ban Xiang Ngeun, 

Boarding canoes, go upstream on the Nam Khan River to the large village of Khamou.

See men fishing, gossiping women doing washing, children playing and buffaloes cooling off on the river’s edge.

Head down the Nam Khan River to the tomb of Henri Mouhot. 

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Luang Prabang – Elephant Camp (Group Tour) – Tad Sae Waterfall

On the banks of the Nam Khan River, you will be able to swim in the fresh water coming down from the mountains

Continue north to the village of Ban Nonsavat to the Tiger Trail Elephant Camp and the adjacent Adventure Camp.

Following the stop at the camp, in the heart of a large teak forest, we are transported across the river to the opposite bank, by small boat.

After a hour long ride you feed your elephant, partly to thank the animal for saving you from walking!

Taking a small trip to the Tad Sae waterfalls, we can cool off, before our return to Luang Prabang.

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Enjoy your free time before transferring by private car with a driver to the airport of Luang Prabang for your flight to Siem Reap.

You will be welcomed upon your arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel.

NOTE: Direct flight Luang Prabang – Siem Reap is available only on Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

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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, once a viewing platform for kings
• 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, entwined with massive tree roots.
• Visit the majestic Angkor Wat temple with exquisite bas – reliefs, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Attend an outstanding Apsara dance show – dinner.

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Siem Reap – 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, 

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Siem Reap – Roluos Group – 3 Buddhist Temples

Visit the Roluos Temples, 15 km from Siem Reap, a Hindu worship site dating back to the late 9th century, marking the beginning of Khmer architecture.

Explore the pre – Angkorian Roluos Temples, the old capital city of Khmer Empire, built in the late 9th century, including:

• Preah Ko, 
• Lo Lei, 
• Prasat Bakong, 

In the afternoon,

• Visit the Preah Khan Monastery,
• Continue with the Neak Pean, 
• Discover Ta Som, another Buddhist temple.
• Explore the Baray, 
• Visit the Eastern Mebon, 
• Conclude the day with a breathtaking sunset at the temple – mountain of Pre Rup, 

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Siem Reap – BIKING – Cooking Class – Tonle Sap

• By bike, explore the local activities and follow the path of the Angkor temples,
• Afterwards, join a local family to learn the art of Cambodian cuisine.
• Engage in preparing the meal alongside your hosts and enjoy a delightful lunch in a warm, friendly atmosphere.
• In the afternoon, visit the fishing village of Chong Kneas by the lake.
• Appreciate panoramic views of Asia’s biggest lake. Gap at the vast Tonle Sap Lake as you sail across it.
• Tonle Sap has been listed as a World Natural Heritage Site since 1997.
• Try your hand at fishing using local techniques!

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