Your adventure in Laos has started:

• 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

Depart for Vang Vieng (3.5 hour drive). 

Stop at the historical site of Vang Xang, 

Then, enjoy a pirogue on the Nam Song River, surrounded by stunning karst rock formations reminiscent of Vietnam's Ha Long Bay. The banks of the Nam Song River reflect the true authenticity of Laos.

Overnight at hotel

Vang Vieng - Meeting Professional Tourism Fair

• In the morning visit the local market and discovering the triangle rock caves of Tham Sang
• Cave elephant called Tham Sang, the Tham Hoi, the Tham Loup and Tham Nam
• Stop at the historic site of Vang Xang
• The owner will develop its activities relating to tourism fair in the village of Na Thong
• Then visit the surrounding small villages nearby, a cave and relaxation with swimming possible
• Breakfast and lunch included
• Overnight in homestay

Vang Vieng - Luang Prabang: 180 km - 4h30

Depart for Luang Prabang, which is perhaps the best – preserved traditional city in Southeast Asia.

Stop at Muang Xieng village to observe the local lifestyle.

Arrive in Luang Prabang in the late afternoon.

Overnight at hotel

LUANG PRABANG – City Tour by tuk tuk – Dinner Cruise

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, the most richly decorated temple in Luang Prabang, and was the residence of the Buddhist patriarch before 1975.
• 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.
• Board the Nava Mekong,
• 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.

Overnight at hotel

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,

Overnight at hotel

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.

Overnight at hotel

Luang Prabang – FLIGHT – PAKSE – Boloven Plateau

Transfer by private car with driver to the airport of Luang Prabang for your flight to Pakse.

You will be welcomed upon your arrival at the airport to start a day of exploration.

Take the road to Boloven Plateau (1250 m altitude), 

The plateau is also home to various ethnic groups, and you'll visit some of their villages with traditional stilt houses made of wood, bamboo, and woven materials.

Discover magnificent waterfalls named Tad Fan and Tad Yuang.

Overnight at hotel

Boloven Plateau – Champasak – Khong Island

Transfer to Champasak.

Visit Vat Phou temple, 

Renovations have been undertaken to return it to its former glory. Explore the site and its museum.

Continue on to Khong Island, the biggest island in Southern Laos and the start of the 4,000 Islands Region. 

Overnight at hotel

Khong Island - Boat - Khone Island

Discover the village of Ban Khong to see the Wat Keo Phouang Temple, 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, known as the “Phantom of the Abyss” and the spectacular Phapheng Waterfall, the largest in South – East Asia, on the border of Cambodia.

The day concludes with the observation of rare, white "Irrawaddy" river dolphins.

Overnight at hotel

Khong Island – Boundary Road to Cambodia – Stung Treng – RATANAKIRI

Transfer by road to Dong Kralor, on the border with Cambodia.

After completing Customs formalities, and meeting your Cambodia guide, we drive, via Stung Treng, to Ban Lung, capital of Rattanakiri, nicknamed “ The Red City” because of the omnipresent laterite.

Then, take a walk or a car to the volcanic lake, Yak Lom in a superb location surrounded by pristine rain forest.

If time permits, take a stroll around the lake.

Overnight at a hotel

Ratanakiri - Kratie: 290 km - 5h

Morning visit to the local market.

Continue to Kachang Waterfall, located a few kilometers southwest of Banlung, with stops along the way to explore villages.

Enjoy a relaxing break and a chance to swim at the waterfall.

Drive toward Kratie, passing through the stunning landscapes of the Cambodian countryside.

Continue 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.

Overnight at a hotel

Kratie - Kampong Thom: 190 km - 4h

Departure for Kampong Thom, passing through Kampong Cham, the capital of the most populous province in the country, located along the Mekong River.

• Visit the “Hill of Men” and the “Hill of Women,” featuring the Phnom Srey and Phnom Pros sanctuaries. 
• Crossing rubber plantations, a visit to the rubber factory will explain the stages of rubber production.
• Continue the journey toward Kampong Thom.
• Discover the Sambor Prei Kuk temples of Chenla, 
• Explore the site built by King Ishanavarman during the 7th and 8th centuries, showcasing pre – Angkorian architecture heavily influenced by Indian art.

Overnight at a hotel

Kampong Thom – SIEM REAP – Tonle Sap (Kompong Khleang Village)

Transfer to Siem Reap, passing by Tonle Sap Lake.

Finding yourself surrounded by a completely aquatic landscape of Kampong Khleang Village, see how everyday life is transformed by its proximity to, and dependence on water.

• Take a look at the local market, the pagoda, and the primary school.
• Then, 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!
• Lose yourself in this azure scene, and rejoice in the overwhelming power of nature.

Overnight at a hotel

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.

Overnight at a hotel

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

Siem Reap – FLIGHT – Sihanoukville – SPEEDBOAT – KOH RONG

Transfer to the airport in Siem Reap for the flight to Sihanoukville to transfer by speedboat to Koh Rong Island.

Enjoy your beach getaway and stay in one of the most luxurious hotels in Koh Rong at the end of the day!

Overnight at a hotel

Koh Rong - Boat - Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh - Deaparture : 215 km - 3h