Cambodia & Laos Mekong Adventure

15 Days | Thailand To Thailand |

Explore the ancient temples of Angkor Wat, confront recent history in Phnom Penh, try to spot the rare Irrawaddy River dolphin, experience a Mekong homestay, bargain at the night market in Luang Prabang

From Angkor Wat to remote river towns, journey down the Mekong and into the heart and soul of Southeast Asia. Our Chief Experience Officers (CEOs) will share with you the region’s cultural treasures and natural splendours. Explore the many temples and, if you’re lucky, spot a rare Irrawaddy dolphin. Experience the highlights with a chance to get off the beaten track and explore the remote islands of Don Khong. With local transportation and unique accommodation, like a rural homestay, this adventure offers an intriguing blend of included activities and free time for personal discovery.

What's Included

• Your G for Good Moment: New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, Siem Reap Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Your Local Living Moment: Don Deng Homestay, Don Deng Your Discover Moment: Luang Prabang
• Angkor Wat complex entrance and guide (Siem Reap)
• Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) entrance and guide (Phnom Penh)
• Wat Phu Champasak entrance and guide
• Ethnology Museum entrance (Luang Prabang)
• Kuang Si waterfalls trip (half-day)
• Internal flight
• All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Meals
12 breakfasts, 2 dinners

Transportation
Private bus, local bus, plane, boat, train.

Accommodations
Hotels/guesthouses (12 nts), basic family homestay (1 nt), sleeper train (1 nt).

Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.

Travel Style: Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.

Service Level: Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.

Places Visited Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok

Arrive at any time.

Day 2: Bangkok/Siem Reap

Travel from Thailand to Siem Reap, Cambodia, the gateway to Angkor Wat. Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food either at the G Adventures-supported New Hope project.

Day 3: Siem Reap

Take a guided tour of the massive Angkor Wat temple complex. Opt to visit the Tonle Sap floating village or the Angkor Museum.

Day 4: Siem Reap/Phnom Penh

Travel to the capital city of Phnom Penh. Opt for a cyclo tour through town for a street level view of this busy city.

Day 5: Phnom Penh

Take a guided tour of Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Opt to visit the Royal Palace, National Museum or Russian Market.

Day 6: Phnom Penh/Kratié

Travel to Kratie and opt for a boat trip to see Irrawaddy dolphins.

Day 7: Kratié/Don Không

Cross into Laos and travel to Don Khong with options to cycle or walk through the village or choose to relax by the Mekong.

Day 8: Don Không/Don Deng

Enjoy a guided tour of Wat Phu Champasak. Enjoy a traditional homestay and local meal in Don Deng.

Day 9: Don Deng/Luang Prabang

Arrive at charming Luang Prabang. With dozens of activities to choose from, spend your time exploring all this town has to offer.

Day 10: Luang Prabang

Opt to rise before dawn and watch the monks walk through town in saffron robes receiving alms from local residents. Visit the Ethnology Museum and Kuang Si waterfalls. With free time, opt to take a cooking class, go hiking or biking or test out the local Laotian-style massages.

Day 11: Luang Prabang

Enjoy a free day to continue exploring.

Day 12: Luang Prabang/Vang Vieng

Travel to Vang Vieng, a town full of adventure opportunities. Get active outdoors or relax in a café.

Day 13: Vang Vieng/Vientiane

Spend the morning in Vang Vieng before travelling to Laos' capital city. Opt to visit temples, shop in the markets or check out city highlights. This is a great place to get a massage and try some local restaurants.

Day 14: Vientiane/Bangkok

Spend a day in Vientiane before an overnight train to Bangkok.

Day 15: Bangkok

Arrive in Bangkok in the morning. The trip ends on arrival at the Bangkok train station.