Off the beaten track Laos & Cambodia

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Overview

Trip type
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Soak up the culture in Vientiane; one of Southeast Asia's sleepiest capital cities.
    • Explore the stunning scenery of central Laos, including caves of Kong Lor and Xe Bang Fai.
    • Enjoy an unforgettable experience, camping under the stars in Nam Theun National Protected Area.
    • Follow the old 'Angkor Road', taking in the temples of Wat Phou, Preah Vihear, Banteay Srei and of course, Angkor Wat.

What's this trip about?

    Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
Start CityVientiane
End CitySiem Reap

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Religious

Destinations

Activities

  • Caving
  • Culture
  • Cycling
  • Historic Sightseeing
  • History
  • Nature
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Trekking

Trip includes

    • Scheduled international flights
    • In-destination transfers
    • Activities and excursions as detailed
    • All accommodation

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Itinerary

Day 1: International outbound flight

Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Vientiane.

Day 2: Vientiane

On arrival you will be met for a private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is at leisure and we can recommend some great places to eat.

Accommodation options While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, this itinerary is 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

Day 3: Vientiane

Today you will explore the city by bicycle. This takes in the most famous colonial and religious architecture and also contrasts that with some peaceful 'local' areas. In the early evening your guide will take you down to one of our best-loved spots on the banks of th...

Day 4: Hin Boun

Your road trip begins with a journey to the Hin Boun National Park.

Accommodation While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, this itinerary is 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

Day 5: Hin Boun

Full day exploring the stunning Kong Lor Cave and the surrounding villages.

Accommodation While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, this itinerary is 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

Day 6: Nam Theun National Protected Area

Journey on to Nam Theun Protected Area via the small town of Lak Sao, where you will stop for lunch. This afternoon you will take a long tail boat into the heart of the protected area. Overnight in a simple beach camp.

Accommodation While the itinerary price re...

Day 7: Langkhang

Enjoy a morning trek before journeying back to Thalang. Afterwards you will continue on to Langkhang where you will be spending the night.

Accommodation While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, this itinerary is 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

Day 8: Thakhek

This morning you will have an adventure exploring one of the least-known areas in Indochina at the Xe Bang Fai Cave. Travel by boat and car onto the sleepy town of Thakek this afternoon to be reacquainted with the Mekong River.

Accommodation While the itinerary...

Day 9: Champasak

Wat Phou Temple's Southern Palaces, Champasak

Today you will be driven south to the peaceful town of Champasak which is famous for one of the most impressive temples in Laos; Wat Phou. This evening you can enjoy one of the best views in Laos as the sun sets ove...

Day 10: Champasak

This morning you will uncover the secrets of Champasak with a private walking tour before returning to your hotel. You may wish to have an afternoon by the pool or take out bikes to explore the island.

Accommodation options While the itinerary price reflects th...

Day 11: Phra Wihan

After breakfast you will travel to Wat Phou as the early morning is a nice cool time to climb the many steps of the temple complex and avoid the crowds. Then travel on the border to cross into Cambodia, stopping en route for lunch. Upon completing immigration formalit...

Day 12: Siem Reap

Explore Preah Vihear this morning. Considered by many to be among the most impressive temples in Asia, it is a privilege to be able to visit again after it was off-limits for many years due to a border dispute with Thailand. Continue south to another off the beaten tr...

Day 13: Siem Reap

 Siem Reap

Banteay Srei, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Young Cambodian girl leading water buffalo, Cambodian countryside, Siem Reap

Sunset over Cambodian countryside, Siem Reap, Cambodia

Wake early to discover Banteay Srei at dawn. Other highlights w...

Day 14: Siem Reap

Today is a busy one, full of the must-see attractions within the temples of Angkor. Highlights include Ta Prohm which was made famous by the Tomb Raider film. The imposing faces of The Bayon are not to be missed and the day ends at Angkor Wat itself. As with all of ou...

Day 15: International return flight

The atmospheric streets of Siem Reap at night

Houseboat on Tonle Sap Lake, near Siem Reap

Intricate stone carvings at Angkor

You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Day 16: International return flight

Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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Dates & Availability

Price From $4,095
Price per day$256
Last Updated: 7/13/2023

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The total tour cost includes the tour price (regular or promotional) and the compulsory local payment. The promotional price is subject to change. Check directly with the operator for the latest price offer. The tour operator requires you to pay only the tour price to purchase your travel. The compulsory local payment will be paid when you join the trip. All prices are based on double, twin or triple share occupancy. Solo passengers will be accommodated in a double, twin or triple room according to availability with a passenger(s) of the same gender. Single supplement only needs to be paid if the passenger does not want to share and requests their own room. Discounts can only be applied at the time of booking and cannot be added at a later date, regardless of any changes made to the original booking.

Prices may vary due to local taxes and trip seasonality. Click "Request Info" to inquire directly with the tour operator for the final trip price.

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