Get ready for the ultimate Southeast Asian adventure! This tour will take you deep into the heart of Thailand and Laos in 20 days, combining sacred temples, sleepy riverside towns, lush jungles and picturesque islands.
Start with the tranquil charm of Luang Prabang, where golden temples glow at sunrise and waterfalls cascade into the jungle. Head south to Pakse and its 4,000 tranquil islands, where time slows down and life on the water remains pristine. Sip local coffee on the Bolaven Plateau and spot dolphins on the Mekong River before flying to the quiet capital of Vientiane for a taste of Laos’ history and exotic wonders.
Then immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of Bangkok, with its ornate temples, floating markets and street food haven. From there, head north to Chiang Mai, where you’ll spot elephants, learn about local crafts, and soak up the serenity of the mountains. Next, swap temples for tropical wilderness – Khao Sok National Park beckons with its emerald lakes and jungle-covered cliffs. And finally, relax in paradise: swim and snorkel in Koh Phangan, soak up the island vibe of Koh Samui, admire the breathtaking beauty of Koh Phi Phi, and toast to your adventure in Phuket.
Whether you’re a culture vulture, nature explorer, or beach dreamer, this tour has it all.
Upon arrival at the airport, our local guide will welcome you and take you to your hotel in Luang Prabang. The rest of the day will be spent relaxing and exploring the city, you can enjoy some drinks at one of the cafes or take a stroll along the beautiful riverside.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Included: Accommodation and airport pickup.
Once you have set foot in the ancient capital of Luang Prabang, you cannot miss the unique cultural and historical sites. First, wake up a little early today to witness the extremely famous alms-giving ceremony in this town. You will also have the opportunity to participate in the sacred ceremony by offering food and interacting directly with the monks.
Wat Xieng Thong
After breakfast, start with Wat Xieng Thong, the largest and most famous temple here with its magnificent and meticulous architecture. Next is the Royal Palace Museum, which displays diverse collections of Lao culture and history, from archaeological relics to religious objects, weapons, statues and paintings, … from many centuries ago.
In the afternoon, visit Pop Ock Tok Craft Village, a famous destination for traditional weaving for more than 700 years in Laos. You can admire the hand-weaving process, interact directly with the artisans or shop for souvenirs made from silk.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today will start with a trip to explore Kuang Si Waterfall, with a group of 3 waterfalls pouring down from above creating a spectacular and magical scene. Continue to visit the elephant sanctuary, you will have the opportunity to get close to the elephants, participate in activities such as bathing elephants, feeding elephants or volunteer programs to help with conservation work.
Kuang Si Waterfall
After a short rest, continue to explore Pak Ou Cave, where sculptures are carved into natural stone walls, creating a sacred and unique space. Visit Wat Chom Si located on the top of Phousi Mountain, you will enjoy the peaceful and serene space of the temple, as well as admire the wonderful beauty of Luang Prabang city from the most ideal sunset viewing point.
In the evening, walk around the Luang Prabang night market, you will easily come across colorful stalls selling all kinds of handicrafts and street food.
Overnight in Luang Prabang.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Enjoy breakfast until your guide takes you to the flight from Luang Prabang to Pakse, which takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Bolaven Plateau
After arriving, you will have a short break at the hotel before visiting the Bolaven Plateau in the afternoon. You will see the unspoiled natural landscape, majestic waterfalls and sprawling coffee plantations.
Overnight in Pakse.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast.
After breakfast, our driver will take you to Wat Phou, a UNESCO world heritage site that has many similarities to the Angkor Wat complex in Cambodia, including long steps and elaborately carved stone statues of gods.
Wat Phou
In the afternoon, you will continue your journey to explore Si Phan Don, also known as “4000 islands”. You will have the opportunity to explore this area by boat or kayak to relax on the small beaches on the island.
Overnight in Si Phan Don.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at your hotel and transfer to the old French railway bridge, a 100-year-old bridge connecting the two main islands of Don Det and Don Khon. After a light lunch in Xieng Di village, a small fishing village on the banks of the Mekong River, you will continue to explore Pha Pheng Waterfall, the “Niagara of the East”, the largest waterfall in Southeast Asia. You will admire the majestic beauty of the waterfall and the rich fauna, especially the birds. If you are lucky, you will see the rare Irrawaddy dolphins.
Khone Phapheng Waterfalls
Then, visit Somphamit Waterfall, one of the must-see destinations on today’s itinerary. You can watch the waterfall as the Mekong River flows over the rocks, creating a beautiful scene of water, mist and greenery.
Overnight in Si Phan Don.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today, after breakfast, your guide will pick you up and take you back to Pakse International Airport, which is about a 2-hour drive. You will fly from Pakse to Vientiane, which takes about 1 hour. After landing, you will spend the rest of the day relaxing at the hotel.
Overnight in Vientiane.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Meals: breakfast.
In the morning, pick you up at your hotel in Vientiane, start the city tour to visit Wat Si Muang, a temple famous for its supernatural powers. Then, we will visit the Buddhist Park, a fascinating collection of Buddhist and Hindu sculptures on the grasslands along the Mekong River. There are about 200 religious images dating back more than 500 years, created by a mysterious monk who spread his philosophy of life and revealed his ideas about the universe.
Pha That Luang, the most famous temple in the country
After lunch at a local restaurant and a rest, in the afternoon, you will explore the main attractions of the capital; including the oldest Wat Sisaket, a temple with thousands of miniature Buddha statues and the former royal temple Wat Prakeo, which formerly housed the famous Emerald Buddha. On the way to Laos’ national symbol, the famous and sacred structure of That Luang Stupa, you stop along the way to take some photos of the majestic Patuxay Monument, known as Vientiane’s own Arc de Triomphe.
Overnight in Vientiane.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up at Wattay International Airport for your flight to Bangkok, which takes approximately 70 minutes. Upon arrival, our guide and driver will pick you up at the airport. You will be taken to your hotel and check in. The rest of the day is free.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Meals: breakfast.
Enjoy breakfast in Bangkok and get ready for a full day of exploring Bangkok. In the morning, you will visit the Grand Palace with its striking traditional Thai architecture and Wat Phra Kaew, the most sacred temple in Thailand with its famous Emerald Buddha. Continue on foot to nearby Wat Pho, not only a place of worship but also the birthplace of traditional Thai massage. Then, enjoy a delicious local lunch after a long morning of sightseeing and take a short break.
The charming Wat Arun
In the afternoon, explore the city’s famous klongs by boat and cruise the Chao Phraya River. Also, visit Wat Arun, a magnificent temple that stands out in the heart of the city. Climb to the top of the temple’s central tower for a stunning panoramic view of Bangkok, especially at sunrise or sunset.
After the tour, you will be taken to a spa center for a relaxing one-hour traditional Thai massage. Afterwards, you can stroll around the night market or food streets and return to the hotel for a relaxing night’s rest.
Overnight in Bangkok.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
This morning, after breakfast, you will visit 2 other famous tourist attractions near Bangkok. Come to Maeklong Railway Market, a unique market with a train track running straight through the market. Next is Damnoen Saduak Floating Market, the most famous floating market in Thailand. Famous for its bustling and colorful atmosphere, this floating market is home to hundreds of small wooden boats, filled with fresh fruits, vegetables, local specialties and souvenirs.
Damnoen Saduak Floating Market
After exploring, you will move to the airport for your flight to Chiang Mai. After landing, you will return to the hotel and spend the rest of the time relaxing.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today you will start by exploring Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep, a famous sacred temple located on Doi Suthep hill with a sparkling gilded tower and majestic space. On the way back to the center, you will visit Wat Chedi Luang, an important cultural symbol of the city with great and unique architecture of the Lanna dynasty.
Wat Phrathat Doi Suthep
In the evening, take a walk around the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar, you can enjoy attractive Thai street food or relax at the coffee shops or massage parlors right on the street.
Overnight in Chiang Mai.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
In the morning, after breakfast, you will enjoy free time until your tour guide picks you up for a flight to Surat Thani. The flight takes about 1 hour and 45 minutes. After arriving in Surat Thani, your local guide and driver will take you to Khao Sok National Park for about 1 hour.
Khao Sok National Park
Here you can explore the tropical forest with diverse ecosystems, many rare species of plants and animals, experience kayaking at Cheow Larn Lake, which is likened to Ha Long Bay in Thailand with majestic limestone mountains and clear blue water.
Overnight in Khao Sok National Park.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
In the morning, after breakfast, you will enjoy free time until your tour guide picks you up to Koh Phangan after lunch. You will take a private car and speedboat to Koh Phangan, check in at the hotel and rest.
Koh Phangan
In the evening, you can go to the famous Thong Sala night market with delicious and cheap food or sip a beer at the beach bar.
Overnight in Koh Phangan.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today is your free time. You can swim in the sea, experience water sports such as diving, kayaking, surfing, … Or explore Ann Thong Geopark, majestic waterfalls and visit sacred temples on the island.
Overnight in Koh Phangan.
Included: Accommodation, Meals: breakfast.
After breakfast, you will take a 30-minute speedboat to Koh Samui. Upon arrival in Koh Samui, you will relax with a boat trip to the limestone islands of Ang Thong Marine Park, a natural habitat for many rare animals and stunning natural landscapes.
Koh Samui
You will explore the most beautiful islands here, most notably Koh Mae Ko, known for its uniquely shaped freshwater lake in the middle of the island. Or snorkel, fish, kayak along the coast through tunnels and end your full day tour at the Blue Lagoon lookout.
Overnight in Koh Samui.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Enjoy your free time on Koh Samui until your guide picks you up at Samui Airport for a 1-hour flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, our guide and driver will pick you up at your hotel. After a short break, you will begin your half-day Phuket city tour.
Karon Viewpoint
Start with Wat Chalong, the most sacred and largest temple in Phuket with its gilded main pagoda and numerous Buddha statues. Head to Karon Viewpoint, the most beautiful viewpoint in Phuket with a panoramic view of three beaches. From above, you can fully admire the beauty of the three crescent-shaped beaches, soft white sand and emerald green sea water. End the day with a stroll around Phuket Old Town, where the beauty of Chinese and Portuguese architecture blends.
Overnight in Phuket.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast, you will travel to Phuket Port to take a speedboat to Koh Phi Phi. You will visit 3 main islands: Phi Phi Don, Phi Phi Le and Khai Island. Joining activities at Phi Phi Le, you will see Maya Beach, a famous beach that is the filming location of famous Hollywood movies. There is also a beautiful view of the strangely shaped limestone mountains surrounding the island. Stop by Viking Cave, which has many large bird’s nests and ancient paintings depicting the story of crossing the sea by Chinese sailboat.
Koh Phi Phi, Thailand
After lunch at a restaurant on the island, you will continue to explore Phi Phi Don Island, a large island, home to restaurants, hotels and a village of fishermen. There is also a beautiful white sand beach area around the island and coastal coral reefs. You can stop to snorkel to see the coral and interact with the monkeys living on Monkey Island.
When you arrive at Khai Island, the last stop of the cruise, take advantage of this special time to completely relax, enjoy the water, snorkel and coral viewing or buy a drink at the island bar. The cruise will then take you back to the pier in about 40 minutes.
Overnight in Phuket.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, entrance fees to scenic spots (if any), Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Today is your free time, you can wander around to explore the alleys of Phuket, relax on the famous beaches or explore the cuisine and shop for souvenirs.
Overnight in Phuket.
Included: Accommodation, Meals: breakfast.
Enjoy your breakfast and free time in the morning until your tour guide picks you up to the airport. Tour service ends here.
Included: Airport drop-off and breakfast at the hotel.
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