Discover Thailand, Laos & Cambodia17 days - from $2630Asia's backroads including the Golden Triangle and Mekong RiverAfter exploring the cities of Bangkok and Chiang Khong in Thailand we head to charming, tranquil, laid-back Laos, many people's favourite Asian destination. We adapt to the pace of life by cruising slowly down the Mekong, exploring river caves and admiring the temples in dreamy, monastic Luang Prabang. Away to the south is Cambodia, a country shaped by tragedy, where everyone we meet will have a story to tell. From Phnom Penh's wide boulevards we head north to Siem Reap with two full days to discover the magnificent Khmer ruins of Angkor, which just missed out on being added to the new list of the seven wonders of the world a few years ago. Itinerary:Day 1 Start Bangkok. 2 Morning city tour including Grand Palace and Wat Po; afternoon free. 3 Fly to Chiang Rai; visit the Golden Triangle. To Chiang Khong and overnight overlooking the Mekong River. 4-5 Slow boat to Luang Prabang in Laos via Pakbeng, visiting Pak Ou Caves on the way. 6-7 Two days in charming Luang Prabang including a walking tour and visit to nearby Kwang Si waterfalls, plus free time to explore and unwind. 8 To beautiful Vang Vieng through stunning mountain scenery. 9 Free day; options include cycling, canoeing, visiting nearby caves or hilltribe villages. 10 To Vientiane, the capital of Laos; afternoon walking tour. 11 Fly to Phnom Penh in Cambodia; afternoon free. 12 Full day sightseeing including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and memorials to Cambodia's recent history including Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the 'Killing Fields'. 13 Drive to Angkor via Skuon trying its famous fried spiders if you dare. 14-15 Two full days to explore the incredible temples of Angkor, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, the Bayon, Banteay Srei and other outlying temples. 16 Fly to Bangkok; free afternoon. 17 End Bangkok. Mode of travel: Travel by boats, private minibus and 3 flights. Group size: Normally 7 to 16, plus local leaders and local guides. Accommodation: 14 nights comfortable hotels, 2 nights standard hotels, all en suite. Food: All breakfasts included. Optional Single Supplement: from $630.00 Trip Reference: AOC Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below. Trip Reference: AOC |
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| Start | End | Prices in US$ | Total Price | Availability | |
| 30 Mar 12 | 15 Apr 12 | $2630 | $2630 |  | |
| 27 Jul 12 | 12 Aug 12 | $2630 | $2630 |  | |
| 10 Aug 12 | 26 Aug 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 14 Sep 12 | 30 Sep 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 28 Sep 12 | 14 Oct 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 12 Oct 12 | 28 Oct 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 26 Oct 12 | 11 Nov 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 09 Nov 12 | 25 Nov 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 23 Nov 12 | 09 Dec 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 07 Dec 12 | 23 Dec 12 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 21 Dec 12 | 06 Jan 13 | $2630 | $2630 | | |
| 11 Jan 13 | 27 Jan 13 | $2790 | $2790 | | |
| 08 Feb 13 | 24 Feb 13 | $2790 | $2790 | | |
| 22 Feb 13 | 10 Mar 13 | $2790 | $2790 | | |
| 15 Mar 13 | 31 Mar 13 | $2790 | $2790 | | |
Prices and itineraries shown for tours departing from January 2012 onwards are subject to change and confirmation with the publication of our 2012 /13 brochure, due to be published in October 2011.