Laos & Cambodia Explorer 14 days

Laos and Cambodia are the two hidden gems of the former French Indochina. Starting in Bangkok, we explore the bustling Thai capital before flying to Chiang Rai, then crossing into Laos and spending a week in this unique, but little-known country. We take the slow boat to Luang Prabang, where royal palaces and temples tell the story of the rich Lao culture and heritage. A visit to the mysterious Plain of Jars takes us even further back in time to an archaeological site said to be 2000 years old, whilst nearby Hmong villages remind us also of the country’s cultural diversity. The capital, Vientiane, is a sleepy yet charming town on the Mekong River, with its old buildings still exuding the mood of the French colonial days. Just in the last couple of years the Kingdom of Cambodia has arisen from the ashes of war and internal strife, and its monumental treasures are again on show to travellers. The incredible temple complex near Siem Reap has astounded archaeologists since its rediscovery and subsequent recovery from the jungles, 150 years ago. The famous Angkor Wat is but one of many glorious monuments in that area. Phnom Penh, now reconstructed, still contains vestiges of the French colonial era in its historic architecture.

Trip Highlights

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  Ta Prohm Cambodia

  

  Angkor Wat Cambodia

  

  South Gate Angkor Thom Cambodia

  

  Cambodia Magnificent Temples

  

  Exploring Ancient Temples Cambodia

  

  Banleay Srei Cambodia

  

  Cambodia Angkor Wat

  

  Ta Prohm Cambodia

  

  The horror at Tuol Sleng

  

  Night time stroll on the idyllic beaches of Sihanoukville

  

  Exploring the ancient splendour of Angkor Wat

  

  The rising phoenix of Phnom Penh

  

  Cambodia

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Past Travellers' Ratings & Comments

• • five

   

  If like me you have been contemplating a group trip for some time JUST DO IT! It is a great way to meet like minded travellers & an all round fantastic experience.

  Take as little luggage as possible. Most of the hotels had fast, reliable inexpensive laundry service. The basic accommodation is all part of the fun.

   

  – Robyn, Croydon North, VIC, October 2nd 2009

• • five

  All 4 tour leaders were very professional, helpful & knowledgeable.  Nan was  lovely & it was good to see a woman  working in the tourism industry. A special mention to Peung from the Bangkok office who was with us for part of the week in Laos. She was so helpful & we were sad to loose her companionship. Tui was fantastic with a great sense of humour &  ability to chat about anything at all. His pride in his country & willingness to explain the cultural & religious aspects of Laos was commendable. He is very well liked & respected by the local people & the children in particular  to love his visits. Charney was also great & his knowledge of the Angkor Wat complex was amazing. Likewise S P in Phnom Penh who was like a walking encyclopedia.

   

  – Robyn , Croydon North, VIC , October 2nd 2009