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Real Thailand & Laos

Trip Type: 18 to 35s

13 Days
| 1 - 16 People

Starts From:

NZD $1,432.50 /Person
This 13-day exploration of the Southeast Asian countryside will keep you guessing at every turn. Kick off in Bangkok, wind through northern Thailand with …
Real Thailand & Laos

This 13-day exploration of the Southeast Asian countryside will keep you guessing at every turn. Kick off in Bangkok, wind through northern Thailand with some good times in Chiang Mai and then cross the border into Laos, where you’ll be able to see the authentic side of this landlocked country. Cruise on the mighty Mekong, laze in the beautiful Luang Prabang, explore a natural paradise in Vang Vieng and finish up in sleepy Vientiane. From street food tastings and sunset hikes to heaps of free time to go cave exploring, get a massage or swim under waterfalls – this trip shows you so many sides of Thailand and Laos that you never knew.

Itinerary

Day 1: Bangkok

Day 2: Bangkok - Overnight Train

Day 3: Chiang Mai

Day 4: Chiang Mai

Day 5: Nan

Day 6: Pua

Day 7: Luang Prabang

Day 8: Luang Prabang

Day 9: Luang Prabang

Day 10: Vang Vieng

Day 11: Vang Vieng

Day 12: Vientiane

Day 13: Vientiane

Trip Inclusions

Meals

9 breakfasts and 1 dinners are included

Transport

Public bus, Slow boat, Private vehicle, Songthaew, Tuk-tuk, Train

Accomodation

Guesthouse (4 nights), Hotel (6 nights), Overnight sleeper train (1 night), Resort (1 night)

Included Activities

  • Bangkok - Chinatown walking tour
  • Nan – Orientation Tour
  • Pua – Hand Weaving Demonstration
  • Nan - Cocoa Valley Visit and Workshop
  • Muang Ngern – Local Village Visit
  • Luang Prabang - orientation walk
  • Luang Prabang - Talad Mued Night Market
  • Luang Prabang – Wat Phu Si Sunset Hike
  • Luang Prabang – Sunset Mekong River Cruise
  • Luang Prabang - Alms giving ceremony
  • Vientiane - Wat Si Saket
  • Vientiane - COPE visit
  • Vientiane - Leader orientation walk
Trip Highlights
  • Explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed city of Luang Prabang. Rise with the sun and watch saffron-robed monks shuffle between houses, where the faithful wait with offerings as part of an alms giving ritual.
  • Join a hands-on workshop at a local chocolate farm where you'll craft potpourri, lip balm or candles from cocoa bark while learning about the farm's waste management program.
  • Ensure your holiday gives back by supporting organisations like COPE, who are dedicated to assisting those who have been affected by the unexploded ordnances left from the Vietnam war.
  • Chill out with loads of free time to wander at your own pace. Explore Kuang Si Waterfalls for a refreshing swim, visit the gentle giants of ChangChill Elephant Sanctuary or go kayaking on the gorgeous Nam Song River.
  • Head out on a sunset hike to Wat Phu Si in Luang Prabang for some epic views over Phu Si Mountain. After the sun descends, head to Talad Mued Night Market for a BBQ feast – a local favourite.
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Provided by
Intrepid
Reference Code: TLYS
Trip Location
Trip Starts: Bangkok, Thailand
Trip Ends: Vientiane, Lao Pdr
Countries Visited: Lao Pdr

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Destination Details

Lao Pdr
| 13 Days
| 1 - 16 People