Day 1 : Arriva-Siem Reap
Our guide and coach will wait and pick up at Siem Reap International airport then transfer to hotel. Check –in. Overnight in Siem Reap
Our guide and coach will wait and pick up at Siem Reap International airport then transfer to hotel. Check –in. Overnight in Siem Reap
Day2 : Siem Reap – Sightseeing in Angkor B/L
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to visit the fortified city of ANGKOR THOM covers an area of 9 km² . enclosed by a wall and wide moats , the city included many of Angkor’smost popular sights . Enter by monumental South Gate over the causeway lined on either side of the statues of demons and gods , each carrying a giant Naga coutinue to the THE TERRACE OF THE ELEPHANTS and THE TERRACE OFTHE LEPER KING , Former spaces for public ceremonies , both adorned with dramatic bas-reliefs . Visit ruined BAPHOUN , ROYAL ENCLOSURE and PHIMEANAKAS before continuing to the mysterious BAYON Temple . in this temple , one of the most popular and compelling in Angkor , explore the galleries of beautifully preserved bas-relief and ascend narrows stairs to reach the central sanctuary , where you will find giant stone faces smiling enigmatically down at you from every angle .
Day 3 : Siem Reap – Sightseeing in Angkor B/L/D
After breakfast at hotel, transfer to visit : PREAH KAN : a temple built by king Jayavaraman VII with towered enclosures and shoulder-hugging corridors in a jungle setting . Preah Kan covers a very large area but the temple itself is enclosed within a rectangular wall of around 700by 800 meters .
NEAK PEAN : built by king Jayavaraman VII ( ruled 1181 to 1220 ) , it is Buddhist temple consisting of a square pool with four smaller square pools arranged on each axis . In the centre of the large central pool is a circular island encircled by tow Naga with intertwined tails .
TA SOM : built in late 12th century by JayavaramanVII for his teacher,TaSom mean old Som
BANTEAY SREY : Seemingly miniature in comparison to the other Angkor temples , Banteay Srey is considered to be the jewel of the classical Khmer art . Built in pink sandstone , the wall are covered in exquisitely preserved carving of the unusual delicacy . Because of its small size fairy-like atmosphere and extraordinary examples of Khmer sculpture , this temple is often a favorite with visitors .
PRE RUP : built by Rajendravaraman II ( ruled 944 to 968 ) , it consist of a pyramid shape temple with the upper-most of the three tiers carrying five square shrines arranged as a quincunx . The name means turning the body and refers to traditional method of cremation .
TA PROHM one of the most popular attraction of Angkor as much of the jungle has not been cleared and it looks very much as most of Angkor monuments would have appeared when the European explorers first stumbled across them .
PRASAT KRAVAN : the five brick towers were built for Hindu worship in 921 and are notable for the bas-reliefs cut into the bricks on the interior walls. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4 : Siem
Reap – Sightseeing in Angkor – Tonle Sap Lake B/L
After breakfast at the hotel transfer to visit : Rolous Group : these monuments mark the beginning the classical art , as some of the earliest great temples built by the Khmer king . they served as the capital of Indravaraman ( who reigned from 877to 889 )
LOLEI : built on an islet by Yasovaraman I( who ruled from 889 to 910 ) , the founder of the first city of Angkor . The sandstone carving in the niches of the temples are notable as are the Sanskrit inscriptions on the doorposts .
PREAH KO : erected by Indravaraman I in the late 9th century in dedication to his defied ancestors in 880 . There are inscriptions in Sanskrit in the doorsteps of each temple .
BAKONG : built and dedicated to Siva by Indravaraman I , this is the largest and most interesting of the Rolous Group of the temples and still has an active Buddhist monastery.
Excursion to TONLE SAP Lake with boat trip , the floating village located on the Tonle Sap lake , an extraordinary lake swells up to seven times its original size during the monsoon season . Its ecosystem is one of the richest and most diverse in the region . The boat trip will explore the floating fishing villages and houses that live at the edges of the lake passing submerged forests and fishing farms. Overnight in Siem Reap.
After breakfast at the hotel transfer to visit : Rolous Group : these monuments mark the beginning the classical art , as some of the earliest great temples built by the Khmer king . they served as the capital of Indravaraman ( who reigned from 877to 889 )
LOLEI : built on an islet by Yasovaraman I( who ruled from 889 to 910 ) , the founder of the first city of Angkor . The sandstone carving in the niches of the temples are notable as are the Sanskrit inscriptions on the doorposts .
PREAH KO : erected by Indravaraman I in the late 9th century in dedication to his defied ancestors in 880 . There are inscriptions in Sanskrit in the doorsteps of each temple .
BAKONG : built and dedicated to Siva by Indravaraman I , this is the largest and most interesting of the Rolous Group of the temples and still has an active Buddhist monastery.
Excursion to TONLE SAP Lake with boat trip , the floating village located on the Tonle Sap lake , an extraordinary lake swells up to seven times its original size during the monsoon season . Its ecosystem is one of the richest and most diverse in the region . The boat trip will explore the floating fishing villages and houses that live at the edges of the lake passing submerged forests and fishing farms. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 5 : Siem
Reap - Phnom Kulen - Siem Reap B/L
After breakfast at the hotel departure for excursion at Phnom Kulen or "Lychee Mountain", it is also one of the National Park in the country .
- Here begins the story of Angkor with the 802 AD sacrament of Jayavaramen II who institutionalized the cult of the "God-King"
- View the river "of the 1000 lingas" and beautiful cultures on the river bed, pagoda, the large sleeping Buddha carved in the rock, nice view of countryside, visit the waterfalls and you can see the ruins of a temple also. After a good and refreshing swim, at 15:00pm drive back the same way to Siem Reap and overnight at the hotel
After breakfast at the hotel departure for excursion at Phnom Kulen or "Lychee Mountain", it is also one of the National Park in the country .
- Here begins the story of Angkor with the 802 AD sacrament of Jayavaramen II who institutionalized the cult of the "God-King"
- View the river "of the 1000 lingas" and beautiful cultures on the river bed, pagoda, the large sleeping Buddha carved in the rock, nice view of countryside, visit the waterfalls and you can see the ruins of a temple also. After a good and refreshing swim, at 15:00pm drive back the same way to Siem Reap and overnight at the hotel
Day 6 : Siem Reap – Koh Ker – Beng Mealea B/L
After breakfast at the hotel , travel northeast from Siem Reap to Koh Ker , a remote group of early Angkorian ruins from the 10th century capital of Jayavaraman IV. Several monuments and temples still remain, with some of the most interesting being the pyramidal PRASAT THOM , PRASAT PRAM , PRASAT LINGA , PRASAT NEANG KMOE and PRASAT CHRES.
Excursion back to visit BANG MEALEA Temple , a mysterious temple in the middle of the Cambodian jungle . Surrounded by a vast moat , this 12th century temple follows a complex floor plan similar to Angkor Wat but with a haunting jungle atmosphere similar of Ta Prohm . Visitors that make their way through the ruined stone blocks and wandering tree routes are rewarded by the sight of beautiful classical bas-reliefs .
Day 7 : Siem Reap – Departure to next destination
Breakfast at the hotel. Fee time at leisure until transfer to airport fright to Laos , Overnight in Laos
Day
8 :
Vientiane Capital Of Laos
The capital city of Laos, Vientiane still feels like
a sleepy city with relaxed charm, tree-lined boulevards, interesting wats and
colorful markets. Tour the different highlights of the city, including PHA THAT
LUANG, a gleaming golden stupa which is perhaps most important national
monument in Laos; HO PHA KEO, the formal royal temple, now a museum with
beautiful examples of Buddhist sculpture; WAT SI SAKET; and PATUXAI, a monumental
arch inspired by the Arc de Triomphe, but executed with Lao motifs. Overnight
in Vientiane
Day 9 : Flight From Vientiane To Luang
Prabang
Nam Khan and Mekong rivers, Luang Prabang is an
enchanting town filled with historic temples and colonial style buildings. The
entire town was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Begin your tour
with WAT VISOUN (Wat Wisunalat). The oldest living temple in Luang Prabang, Wat
Visoun dates back to 1513 and contains a collection of antique wooden Buddhas.
Visit the nearby WAT AHAM before continuing to WAT XIENG THONG, the crowning
jewel of all the monasteries and temples in the city. Its many ornate buildings
feature exquisite mosaic and gold- stenciled murals. From there, stroll down
the main street (Wat Street) of Luang Prabang. Time permitting, stop at some of
the many temples that line its sides, Including Wat sibounheuang, Wat si
moungkhoun, Wat so and visit mount of Phousi for sunset.
Climb 328 steps starting from entrance on the
opposite side of National Museum or 410 steps on the other side of Khan River
to the small temples atop PHOU SI, the 150m high hill which sits in the middle
of the town, offering beautiful views over the temples and river.
Day 10 : Visit Talat local market
Luangprabang
Visit the National Museum (former Royal Palace,
closed on Tuesdays) and Wat Mai Visit the NATIONAL MUSEUM (ROYAL PALACE), a
modest but graceful building which combines traditional Lao and French
beaux-arts motifs. This turn-of-the century royal residence has been preserved
as it was when the royal family last lived here and provides unique insights
into the history of Laos. Continue to WAT MAI, constructed in 1821 during the reign
of King Manthatourath, it was once the residence of Phra Sangkharaj The pattri
arc of the buddhish lergy.
Excursion by boat to Pak Ou cave Travel up the
Mekong River to the steep limestone cliffs overlooking the Mekong and Nam Ou
rivers, home to the THAM PAK OU CAVES. These
extraordinary caves are filled with Buddha images,
of every style and material imaginable. On the return journey, stop at BAN XANGHAI VILLAGE, a local village famous for the production of lao lao, the local
rice winewhisky. Visit the weaving village of Ban Xang Khong Visit BAN XANGKHONG, a village near Luang Prabang well known for its traditional andwoven
cotton and silk, as well as production of the local sa (mulberry)paper.
Day 11 : Excursion to Kuang Si
Waterfalls
From Luang Prabang to KUANG SI WATERFALL, travel by
vehicle to to Kuang Si Waterfall. This waterfall is located in a perfect
natural setting near Luang Prabang, this multi-tiered waterfall tumbles over
limestone formations into a series of turquoise pools. Enjoy swimming in the
clear water or just relaxing in the natural environment. Visit local village
(Ban Ou or Ban Na Ouane) on the way, before returning to Luangprabang. And then
transfer to Airport for the next flight to Hanoi. Overnight inVietnam
Day 12 : Hanoi – Ha Giang – Yen Minh (L,
D) (380km)
5h00: You will meet our team at the gathering point
in Hanoi (The Opera House) and depart to Ha Giang via Tuyen Quang
province. We arrive in Bac Quang town
(Ha Giang province) to have lunch in a restaurant. After lunch, we continue our
drive towards Dong Van stone plateau that was recognized to be the World
Heritage – the Geography Park. We drop by Quan Ba town and take a walk up the
observatory to enjoy Twin Mountain (Fairy Bosom) sightseeing – the unique
special formation made by nature. Then we arrive in Yen Minh town around late
afternoon after passing the largest pine forest of Vietnam. Check in at a local guesthouse/hotel. 20 h 00 : Dinner will be provided at the
restaurant
.Day 13 : Yen Minh – Dong Van Plateau of
Rock – Lung Cu – Ma Pi Leng Pass (B, L, D) (120km)
7 h 00 : we continue our road trip to Dong Van
plateau of rock. A stop will be made en route for visiting an authentic Hmong
village in Lung Cam, and the residence of the Vuong family, still called
“Palace of Hmong King” – the unique architecture still remains over 100 years
within Plateau of Rock.
Then we will visit Lung Cu – the North Pole of
Vietnam where you can see beautiful village landscapes down there.
After having lunch and a short rest there, we start
enjoying the most beautiful destination of the trip. It is Ma Pi Leng pass
which connects Dong Van and Meo Vac. Dong Van and Meo Vac - the highest
frontier points of Vietnam Nation bordering with China, were restricted in the
past but lately are opened to welcome adventurous visitors. Terrains of rugged
rock mountains are high and sharp, so the local people had spent 6 years to
construct 20km of road. The workers even had to hang themselves to work on the rugger
rock cliffs for 11 months. Finally, the road was completed and those workers
named this thread road The Road of Happiness.
We can then enjoy one of the most spectacular
landscapes of Indochina - Ma Pi Leng Pass. Ma Pi Leng means kneed-horse pass -
this means the pass is so high that all horses passing by have to bend their
knees to rest with exhaustion. 18 h 00 : We will arrive in Dong Van old town,
then we check in at a homestay (a lovely H’Mong traditional house with tourist
services) and have dinner. After dinner, you will enjoy the night life there by
walking peacefully through hung-lantern old streets.
Day 14 : Dong Van – Ha Giang – Hanoi (B,
D) (450km)
After an early breakfast, you may have time to see
how ethnic minorities in Ha Giang communicate and exchange in Dong Van market.
8 h 30 : We start our road trip back to Ha Giang city. After lunch at Ha Giang
city, we continue our trip back to Hanoi. 20h30: We arrive back to Hanoi and
transfer to airport for next flight. End of services
⇒As for the above tour Itinerary, we can arrange additional customized trips for you if it does not match your expectations.
⇒As for the above tour Itinerary, we can arrange additional customized trips for you if it does not match your expectations.
Note : B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D =
Dinner
Tours Package
Included
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- Accommodation 3 stars Hotel with daily breakfast based
on Double or Twin sharing
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Tours with English Speaking Tour Guide (
extra charge for another language upon request )
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- Tours with 11 Lunches and one Dinner
with Traditional Apsara Dancing Show
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- Ground transports with air-con vehicle
as mentioned in the tours itinerary
- Private boat tours on the Tonle Sap lake
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- All entrance fee for the tours site as
mentioned in the tours itinerary
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- Services charge and current government
VAT tax
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- Drink water and cool fresh tower for the
whole trips
Package Exclusions
- Cambodia visa fee currently US$30 / pax
payable upon arrival
- Domestic and International Air tickets
- Domestic and International Insurance Surcharge
- International airport tax departure PNH: US$25. REP US$25
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses such as drinks at meals
- All other accounts are not mentioned in the above inclusion.
- Compulsory dinner for Xmas and New Year Eve
- Domestic and International Air tickets
- Domestic and International Insurance Surcharge
- International airport tax departure PNH: US$25. REP US$25
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses such as drinks at meals
- All other accounts are not mentioned in the above inclusion.
- Compulsory dinner for Xmas and New Year Eve
