You will be welcomed at the airport then transferred to your arranged hotel in Luang Prabang for relaxation.

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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,
• Explore the National Museum (formally the Royal Palace)
• Marvel at the Wat Xieng Thong,
• Visit the temple of Wat Visoun,
• Vat Aham,
• The temple of Wat Mai,
• Visit the Ock Pop Tok textile gallery
• Board the Nava Mekong, a traditional boat designed for cruising along the Mekong River.
• Enjoy the stunning landscapes that change color as the sun sets over the Mekong, with the mountains as a backdrop.
• Dinner is accompanied by a performance of traditional ethnic dances and music. The cruise ends around 9pm.

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Luang Prabang – Pak Ou Cave – Vat Xieng Mene – Vat Chom Phet

From your hotel, head to the pier and board a traditional wooden boat for the 1hr 30min cruise along the Mekong River to visit two sacred caves at Pak Ou.

• The caves offer a magnificent view over the Mekong and the Nam Ou rivers and their contrasting waters.
• During the boat ride you may observe some elephants bathing in the water close to the banks, or some locals trying their luck and panning for gold.
• Return by boat to the center.
• Then, 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, once used as a retreat by the king to escape court pressures.

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Luang Prabang – Kuang Si Waterfall – Ethnic minority villages

Depart for the beautiful Kuang Si waterfall, approximately 30km from Luang Prabang.

• 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,

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Luang Prabang - Oudomxay: 200 km - 5h

Drive towards Oudomxay, the most mountainous area in Laos, home to 23 ethnic minorities such as the Lue, Black Thai, Thai, and Hmong, this mountainous environment reflects a wild and untamed nature.

Stop and take a walk through ethnic villages like Ban NaTeui, Namor, and Ban Tawan, inhabited by the Laos Houei, Yao Mien, Lanten, and Hmong peoples.

Discover traditional homes where weaving, an activity developed by the women, is still practiced on old wooden looms

Late afternoon, enjoy some free time in Oudomxay, the capital of the province.

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Oudomxay - Muang La: 50 km - 1h30

Early in the morning, head to Pak Khai following a route that offers beautiful views of the Pak Nam River,

On your arrival, start your trek along a trail which follows a mountain stream meandering through the lush vegetation.

During the hike, you have the chance to meet the local farmers working in their rice fields and learn how they cultivate their lands, hunt for small game and fish in the mountain stream, before you enter into the tropical rainforest.

After around 1.5h, leave the forest and arrive in the village of Ban Phavie; a beautiful Khamu village which sits on the top of a hill.

Continue on to some nearby waterfalls. You can relax in the cooling clear waters, lulled by the gentle breeze and tranquility of the falls (weather permitting).

At around 14h30, walk back down to the starting point of your hike and arrive back at the lodge in the late afternoon.

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Visit a Khamu village.

Then, transfer to the station for a daytime train ride to Luang Namtha.

Upon arrival in Luang Namtha, our driver will pick you up and transfer to your hotel.

Visit Luang Namtha Museum, an anthropological museum, contains numerous items related to local people such as ethnic clothing, Khamu bronze drums, textiles, ceramics, tools, household utensils, hand – crafted weapons, and Buddhism – related items.

On the way back to Luang Namtha, visit the Lantern village of Ban Nam Dee, where you can observe ethnic traditions in action and cool off by the beautiful Nam Dee waterfall.

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Luang Namtha – TREKKING – Homestay

After a brief visit to the local Lao market for supplies we arrive at the beginning of the trail at 10:00 am and start a 4 – 5 hour hike.

Continue the hike for a further 2 – 3 hours,

Later in the afternoon we reach the remote Nalan village,

After getting acquainted with the local tribes people, take time to enjoy the sanctuary of the village; take a rest, go swimming in the river or explore the local area.

After devouring a delicious dinner, laid on by your ever – attentive guides, enjoy an evening drink with the locals or retire straight to your comfortable sleeping quarters at the eco – lodge or Home stay.

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Wake up to the enchanting sounds of the jungle.

At around 10:00 am we begin a 2 hour hike through an old – growth forest, totally immersed in the wild natural landscape as the trail gradually rises to an elevation of 150m.

Back on the trail we steadily descend through the luscious rainforest until reaching the Chalernsouk village of the Khmu people.

After passing through exquisitely cultivated lands, the trek ends at traditional rice storage houses amidst a patchwork of paddy fields.

Arrive back in Luang Namtha at approximately 2 – 3.00pm.

Transfer directly to the station for a daytime train ride to Vang Vieng.

Upon arrival in Vang Vieng, our driver will pick you up and transfer to your hotel.

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Vang Vieng – Tham Jang and Tham Phu Kham Cave – NIGHT TRAIN – VIENTIANE

In the morning, visit the local market.

About 13 km from town lies a fascinating cluster of caves known

• Tham Sang Triangle
• Tham Hoi
• Tham Nam,

You will then enjoy a relaxing boat ride along the Nam Song River, whose peaceful banks reflect the authentic charm of Laos.

Continue with a visit to the surrounding area and nearby small villages.

Transfer to the train station to board the night train to Vientiane.

Arrival in Vientiane.

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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.

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Transfer by private car with driver to the airport of Vientiane for your flight to Phnom Penh.

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

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Explore Phnom Penh,

• Enter a world of visual wonder, starting with the National Museum of Fine Arts’ sculpture collection.
• Heading to the resplendent Royal Palace, admiring its striking Khmer architecture.
• Survey the serene Silver Pagoda and its magnificent Emerald Buddha.
• Explore Wat Phnom, the oldest of the city, and see the statue of Madam Penh.

In the afternoon,

• Be educated about the nation’s past at the Museum of Genocidal Crime, which was the S – 21 prison – the scene of the worst examples of brutality and torture under the infamous Pol Pot.
• Take in the sombre atmosphere of the camp Choeng Ek Killing Field, outside Phnom Penh, the final resting place of many Cambodian people, murdered by the brutal Khmer Rouge regime.

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Cross the fertile rice fields along the road leading to the town of Kampong Chhnang, discovering its beautiful colonial charm.

• On the way, make a brief stop in Pursat, famous for its marble sculptures.
• Take a boat ride through the floating village of Kampong Luong, mostly inhabited by Vietnamese, with the barges or houses built on stilts to avoid flooding.
• Visit the pottery villages around Kampong Chhnang,

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Depart for a visit to Phnom Sampeau.

• Enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the surrounding countryside.
• You can still see the caves that were used as torture chambers in the tragic Khmer Rouge era.
• Enjoy a countryside ride on the famous and unique bamboo train.
• Visit the provincial museum and explore the town.
• Enjoy the rural landscapes along the Sangker River.
• Visit the Wat Slaket Pagoda, the residence of the Buddhist Patriarch.
• Visit the Vat Ek Phnom Temple (10th century),
• Explore a local rice paper workshop,
• Visit a fish paste production facility,

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Depart by private car to Siem Reap, passing through Banteay Meanchey Province.

• Explore Banteay Chhmar Temple,
• On the way, explore the jungle temple of Banteay Chhmar (the Citadel of the Cats),

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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 (a temple in honour of another Hindu deity, Shiva) with its spectacular layered structure.
• Visit the Royal Enclosure and its small temple, Phimeanakas.
• Pass through the Terrace of the Elephants,
• 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.

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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 – 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!
• End the day with a beautiful sunset at Phnom Krom, the "little hill", one of the most peaceful spots in the area.

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Free time until heading to the airport in Siem Reap for your international departure flight.