Day 1. 23/02/2015. Phnom Penh arrive (-/-/-)
Arrive in Phnompenh, meet our guide and trasfer to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel ( booked by guest) ANGKOR INTERNATIONAL HOTEL - #50, STREET 148 DAUN PENH - PHNOM PENH
IL 23/2/2015 VOLO QR964 DOHA - PHNOM PENH CON QATAR AIRWAYS ARRIVO ORE 14.55 A PHNOM PENH
Day 2. 24/02/2015. Phnom Penh – Tonle Sap – Kompong Khleang village (-/-/-)
In the morning, after breakfast drive to Tonle Sap lake. Take a boat trip to explore Tonle Sap lake- the largest natural lake in Indochina. 1 to 2 hours cruising will bring you closer to the floating villages and Cambodian waterfront life. Visit Kompong Khleang village and overnight in home stay. ( booked by Asiatica)
Day 3. 25/02/2015. Siem Reap – Angkor Wat – Angkor Thom (B/-/-)
In the morning, visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, famous Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of Elephant, Phimean Akas, Terrace of Leper King. Afternoon is spent for exploring the amazing World Heritage "Angkor Wat" - the world's largest religious building, and Phnom Bakheng (Bakheng hill) the first major temple to be constructed in the Angkor era, marking the move of Khmer empire's capital from Roluos to Angkor in the late 9th century AD. Overnight at the hotel. ( booked by guest). ANGKOR PEARL HOTEL - TAPHUL VILLAGE SVAY DANGKUM - SIEM REAP
Day 4. 26/02/2015. Siem Reap – Kulen Moutain – Siem Reap (-/-/-)
The Kulen Mountain or Phnom Kulen is declared as a National Park. It is an isolated mountain massif located in Svay Leu District and some 48km from Siem Reap. Its highest point is 487 meters.
This is widely regarded as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire. During the constructional period of the ancient temples in the nineth century, sand stones were brought from this sacred mountain to Angkor. It was here at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarman II proclaimed independence from Java in 802 A.D.
The site is known for its carvings representing fertility and its waters hold special significance to the people of Cambodia. Just a few inches under the surface of the water, over 1000 carvings of Yoni and Linga are etched into the sandstone riverbed. The waters are regarded as holy, given the sacred carvings which also include a stone representation of the Hindu god Vishnu lying on his serpent Ananta, with his wife Lakshmi at his feet. A lotus flower protrudes from Vishnu’s navel bearing the god Brahma. The river then ends with a beautiful waterfall. Phnom Kulen is regarded highly by Cambodian people as a sacred location and has developed into a great tour destination. Overnight at the hotel. ( booked by guest) ANGKOR PEARL HOTEL - TAPHUL VILLAGE SVAY DANGKUM - SIEM REAP
Day 5. 27/2/2015. Siem Reap – Stung Treng – Khone (-/-/-)
After breakfirst, transfer to Stung Treng ( 5 hours ). Meet upon arrival at the border Dong Kralor immigration checkpoint en route, stop at the magnificent Khone Phapheng Waterfall, the largest cascade along the Mekong River. A fault line caused the cascade, which is 6 km wide at this point, and the astonishing force of the water has cut dramatic gorges through the brittle bedrock. After visit transfer to Ban Nakasang the fishery village to take a long tail boat to Donkhone for overnight. ( booked by guest). PAN’S RESIDENCE - MEKONG ROAD, BAN DON KHONE, DON KHONG DISTRICT BAN KHON - DON KHONE
Day 6. 28/2/2015. Khone – Khong (-/-/-)
Breakfast at the hotel, taking you to visit the remains of French period around Done Khone then transfer to Sumphamith Waterfall. In the dry season, the Irrawaddy Dolphins, one of the world's rarest large mammal species, congregate at the base of the rapids to hunt the fish that survive in the deep pools. Spend a relaxing hour watching these extremely shy and endangered freshwater dolphins. Afterward we back to the island and continue to Done Det , walking around the small island to see rural life then we walk along the bridge to see nice sunset. Transfer to Khong Island. Overnight in hotel. ( booked by guest). PON’S RIVER GUESTHOUSE - BANG KANGKONG, DONGKHONG DISTRICT - MUANG KHONG – DON KHONG
Day 7. 01/03/2015. Khone - Tha Khaek (-/-/-)
After breakfast at hotel , we drive to Thakhaek 500 KM – 7hours via Pakse check in and overnight in Thakhaek. ( booked by guest). VILLA THAKHAEK - THAKHAEK, KHAMMOUANE PROVINCE - THAKHAEK
Day 8. 02/03/2015. Tha Kheak - ( Hin Boun ) (-/-/-)
Today we take the drive to the Hin Boun the amazing cave of Khong Lor is 7.5km long and was formed by the Hinboun River, which flows though the cave all year round. The cave boasts many impressive stalactite formations.. Overnight in Ban Na Hin. ( booked by Asiatica ) SALALAO HOTEL - HIN BOUN
Day 9. 03/03/2015. Hin Boun - Vientiane) (B/-/-)
We depart early for our drive towards Vientiane capital. Along the way we can make several stops to stretch your legs and take some wonderful pictures of the breathtaking scenery of Lao Countryside. Depending on road and traffic conditions, we will arrive Vientiane by mid or late afternoon. On arrival we enjoy a short walk around Mekong Riverside Overnight in Vientiane. ( booked by guest). DOUANG CHAN PLAZA HOTEL - UNIT 358 SISAVATH VILLAGE SISAVATH ROAD - CHANTHABOULLY DISTRICT - VIENTIANE
Day 10. 04/03/2015. Vientiane – Luang Prabang ( flight ) (-/-/-)
Time at leisure until local guide pick you up at hotel and transfer to airport for short flight to Luangprabang. Arrive in Luang Prabang, the ancient first capital of Lane Xang kingdom, the center of religious life in Laos and today the World Heritage City. Arrive in Luang Prabang and transfer to our hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, we take a sightseeing tour of the sacred city of temples, of which nearly fifty temples still remain in the town and surrounding areas. Visit Wat Visoun, the 16th century temple served as a small museum for religious artifacts; Wat Aham, the early 19th century temple, whose two guardian figures at the foot of the steps which represent two characters from the Ramayana - Hanuman, the Monkey God and a fierce Yaksa; Wat Xiengthong, the 16th century temple which, more than any temples in Luang Prabang, epitomizes all the elegance and grace of Luang Prabang architecture; Phousi Hill, the 328 steps leads to the summit of Phousi hill that dominates the sky-line of Luang Prabang overlooking the finest panoramic view in the whole Luang Prabang. From there, we explore Street Night Bazaar, where you can find the lovely collection and handmade textile by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang. Overnight in Luang Prabang. ( booked by guest). MEKONG SUNSET VIEW HOTEL - 04/98 BAN WATNONG, OUNKHAM ROAD - LUANGPRABANG
Day 11. 05/03/2015. Luangprabang – Pak Ou Cave – Koungsi waterfall (-/-/-)
After breakfast, we depart hotel to the boat landing, and take an excursion (a few hours) by boat, upstream on the Mekong to visit Pak Ou cave in the side of a lime stone cliff and opposite of the mouth of the Mekong and Ou rivers. The sanctuaries at Pak Ou consist of two large caves, both repositories for thousands of Buddha images, which range from mere centimeter to two meters in height. En route, Lao typical villages are barely visible behind a screen of foliage. Slender canoes bobbing by the shore, bamboo poles and floats mark the location of nets and fish traps. Our first stop will be at Ban Muangkeo, a well-known village for Lao traditional rice whisky, namely Laoh-Khao to be distilled. We are welcome to taste it and also take away. Afternoon we take a drive (30 km South) to visit Kuangsi Waterfall, which, though not very high, is spectacular and really beautiful with its green surroundings as the preserved National park. There is plenty of time for relaxing and a swim in cool water, before we head back to Luang Prabang in the late afternoon Overnight in Luangprabang. ( booked by guest). MEKONG SUNSET VIEW HOTEL - 04/98 BAN WATNONG, OUNKHAM ROAD - LUANGPRABANG
Day 12. 06/03/2015. Luangprabang - Vang Vieng (-/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel. Visit National Museum and local market of Luang Prabang. Then excursion by car 244KMS. to Vang Vieng via Phoukhoune and Kasi. Enroute, stop over to visit minority villages of Kmou, H’Mong, Lao Loum and Yao. arrive Vang Vieng before sunset to check in. overnight at hotel. ( booked by guest). SILVER NAGA HOTEL - SAVANG VILLAGE - VANG VIENG ( 2 NOTTI)
Day 13. 07/03/2015. Vang Vieng- Tham Jang – Phou Kham Cave (-/-/-)
After breakfast, we start to visit the cave of Tham Chang then our board through paddy field areas heading to Tham Phoukham caves, where your breath will be taken away seeing the most beautiful and famous limestone cavern, surrounded by natural forests. Along the way, you have chance to explore the local cultures by greeting the local villagers and learning about their daily lifestyle. There is a small natural pool in front of the caves where you can take a swim to refresh yourself from the hot climate or you could explore the nearby area. After spending the day at the caves and its surrounding areas, we make our return to the Vang Vieng town. En route, we visit villages observing their traditional tribal costumes. Overnight in Vang Vieng ( booked by guest). SILVER NAGA HOTEL - SAVANG VILLAGE - VANG VIENG ( 2 NOTTI)
Day 14. 08/03/2015. Vang Vieng – Vientiane (-/-/-)
After breakfast, Then excursion by car to Vientiane 156KMS. On the way, stop over to visit minority villages of hill tribes and Ban Thaheua to visit local fishermen to barter. Afternoon we take a sightseeing tour of Vientiane, to visit religious museums of Wat Sisaket, the oldest temple to have been survived from the Siamese war of 1828 and its cloister contains more than 8000 Buddha statues; Wat Ho Prakeo, the former home-temple of the Emerald Buddha statue or Pra Keo, but today it contains a collection of Buddha statues, antiques and all artifacts found in around Vientiane; That Luang Stupa, the single most important monument in Laos, which was built to cover the original small stupa containing a piece of the chest bone of Buddha; Patouxay (Arch de Triumph), built quite recently in commemoration of those who died during the wars in the past and it is today as the land-mark of Vientiane. Overnight at hotel in Vientiane. ( booked by guest). DOUANGCHAN PLAZA HOTEL - UNIT 358 SISAVATH VILLAGE SISAVATH ROAD - CHANTABOULLY DISTRICT - VIENTIANE
Day 15. 09/03/2015. Vientiane – Phnom Penh (-/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer to airport, flight to Phnom Penh. Arrive in Phnompenh, trasfer (no guide) to the hotel. Overnight in the hotel ( booked by guest).
IL 9/3/2015 VOLO VN921 VIENTIANE – PHNOM PENH CON VIETNAM AIRLINES PARTENZA DA VIENTIANE ORE 11.35 A.M. E ARRIVO A PHNOM PENH ORE 13.00 P.M.
Day 16. 10/03/2015. Phnom Penh departure (-/-/-)
After breakfast, transfer to airport to flight departure.
IL 10/3/2015 VOLO QR965 PHNOM PENH – DOHA CON QATAR AIRWAYS PARTENZA ORE 16.20 DA PHNOM PENH
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