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The highlights tour. See the best of the best in Bangkok, haggle and feast in Chiang Mai, chill on a private slow boat up the Mekong, fall in love with Luang Prabang, explore some rad caves, kayak and hang ten in Vang Vieng and Vientiane, rock and roll in Phnom Penh and explore the temples Tomb Raider-style in Siem Reap.
In 2017 the duration of this trip was 17 days
In 2018 the duration of this trip is 18 days
- Code
- GTLCC
- Physical rating
- Traveller’s rating
- 3 reviews
- Ages
- Min 18 , Max 29
- Group size
- Min 1, Max 16
Why you'll love this trip
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It doesn’t get more Southeast Asian than cruising down the Mekong River in a traditional-style boat, and lucky you will get two days of it here
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Get seriously laid-back in Laos and find out why it’s one of the most chilled countries around
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Jump on an overnight train in Thailand, maybe the best form of transport ever – travelling like a local, making new mates, and waking up in a new place all rolled into one
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You know a place is special if the UNESCO guys stick it on their list, and exotic Luang Prabang is just that – French villas, Buddhist temples, the mighty Mekong and the tastiest bakeries and cafes
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This trip hits all the must-sees of Cambodia. Is it possible to fall in love with a pile of stones? You might think so after your time at Angkor Wat
Is this trip right for you?
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There's a lot of travelling on local transport, with some long travel days. Laos is a less developed country, but things also just take time here. But, hey, you're on holidays, right?
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Accommodation is basic, but clean and comfortable. The simplicity of life in Laos is one of its many, many charms.
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Some activities and meals are included, but most are optional. The good thing about this is you have loads of free time and can choose how to spend it. You won't have trouble finding things to do!
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Be prepared for a lot of walking around Angkor in often hot weather. Be sure to bring suitable footwear and drink lots of water.
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Itinerary
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Bangkok - Chinatown Food Discovery Urban Adventure - THB2149
- Bangkok - Temple & River of Kings Urban Adventure - THB2465
- Bangkok - Tuk Tuk Experience Urban Adventure - THB1790
- Bangkok - Bangkok by Bike Urban Adventure - THB1904
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Overnight sleeper train (1 night)
Included Activities
- Bangkok - walking tour
Optional Activities
- Bangkok - Thai Massage - THB250
- Bangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB150
- Bangkok - Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn) - THB50
- Bangkok - Grand Palace - THB500
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep temple - THB50
- Chaing Mai - Baan Thai Cookery School Half Day Course - THB800
- Chiang Mai - Thai massage - THB200
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Chiang Mai - Flight of the Gibbon zipline - THB3999
- Chiang Mai - Urban Adventures - Mind & Soul - THB2317
- Chiang Mai - Urban Adventures - Mae Ping River Experience - THB2534
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Included Activities
- Mekong River - 2 day boat cruise
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Included Activities
- Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Luang Prabang - Kuang Si Waterfalls - USD2
- Luang Prabang - Laos Red Cross sauna - LAK10000
- Luang Prabang - Lao Red Cross massage - LAK40000
- Luang Prabang - Mt Phu Si - USD2
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Luang Prabang - Traditional Arts & Ethnology Centre - USD2
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Notes: The mountain scenery on the way to Vang Vieng is spectacular, but the roads are pretty winding. Travel medication may be a good idea if you're prone to motion sickness.
Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Vang Vieng - Kayaking - USD12
- Vang Vieng - Bicycle hire - USD2
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Guesthouse (1 night)
Included Activities
- Vientiane - Wat Sri Saket
- Vientiane - Leader orientation walk
Optional Activities
- Vientiane - That Luang - USD1
- Vientiane - Laos National Museum - LAK10000
- Vientiane - Aerobic class - LAK3000
- Vientiane - Pratu Xai - USD1
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.As this is a combination trip, your group leader and the composition of your group may change at this location. There will be a group meeting to discuss the next stage of your itinerary and you're welcome to attend, as this is a great chance to meet your new fellow travellers.
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Meals Included
- Breakfast
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Phnom Penh - Cyclo tour
- Phnom Penh - Home cooked dinner
Optional Activities
- Phnom Penh - Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) - USD3
- Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda - USD10
- Phnom Penh - Royal Palace on-site guide - USD10
- Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Prison Museum (S21) - USD5
- Phnom Penh - Wat Phnom - USD2
- Phnom Penh - National Museum - USD10
Meals Included
- Dinner
Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Siem Reap - orientation walk
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Included Activities
- Siem Reap - 1 day Angkor Pass
- Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Accommodation
- Hotel (1 night)
Optional Activities
- Siem Reap - Three Day Angkor Pass - USD62
- Siem Reap - Phare Cambodia Circus Ticket - USD18
- Siem Reap - Urban Adventure Cambodian Cook-Out - USD52
- Siem Reap - Angkor Zipline - USD129
- Siem Reap - Landmine museum - USD5
- Siem Reap - Urban Adventures Tonle Sap Secrets - USD45
Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Meals Included
There are no meals included on this day.Meals
5 breakfasts, 1 dinnerTransport
Boat, Local bus, Mekong slow boat, Private van, Public aircon coach, Songthaew, Tuk-tukAccommodation
Guesthouse (6 nights), Hotel (10 nights), sleeper train (1 night)Included Activities
- Bangkok - walking tour
- Mekong River - 2 day boat cruise
- Luang Prabang - Pak Ou Caves
- Vientiane - Wat Sri Saket
- Vientiane - Leader orientation walk
- Phnom Penh - Cyclo tour
- Phnom Penh - Home cooked dinner
- Siem Reap - orientation walk
- Siem Reap - 1 day Angkor Pass
- Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour
Reviews
Our Laos & Cambodia Highlights trips score an average of 4.67 out of 5 based on 3 reviews in the last year.
Laos & Cambodia Highlights, March 2018
Joseph Daw
Trip takes you to the must-see places, however, most of the activities to do in that location are an optional activity and therefore an additional cost. Very few meals included, mainly just a few breakfasts. This gives you a chance to taste the local food, but factor that into your budget.
Review submitted 22 Apr 2018
Laos & Cambodia Highlights, July 2017
Ashmita Pathak
Amazing trip, highly recommend to anyone. Amazing places, the best tour leaders and you make great friends. You wont regret it!
Review submitted 23 Jul 2017

Important notes
A single supplement is available on this trip, please contact your sales agent for more information. On the following nights a single room is not available:
Day 2 Overnight train and Day 6 Pakbeng
In 2017 the duration of this trip was 17 days
In 2018 the duration of this trip is 18 days