Bangkok, Laos, Angkor Wat and Singapore
Travel throughout Southeast Asia from bustling cities to Ancient ruins on this special vacation!
Arrive in Bangkok, one of Asia's most lively cities with exciting nightlife, magnificent parks and temples and abundance of shopping. Home to over seven million people, Bangkok is an exuberant, exhilarating, at times exhausting metropolis that no world traveler should miss. Continue your journey to Luang Prabang and Vientiane, two distinctly different cities in Laos. With a strong traditional Buddhist culture, and a noticeable French influence, Laos is one of the most intriguing countries in the region, one that actually limits tourism as a matter of policy, to ensure that places such as Luang Prabang remain unspoiled. With small, charming, comfortable hotels with teakwood floors, locally woven fabrics and the ambience of another century, Laos is one of the best places to visit for travelers searching for somewhere off the beaten path. Venture onward to Siem Reap, the gateway city to the Angkor Complex. Explore the ancient temples of Ankor Wat; from those that have been preserved to those left in their original state, partially engulfed in the surrounding jungle. Conclude your vacation in Singapore where the cultures of the East meet the West. Downtown Singapore offers outstanding shopping and fabulous restaurants while just outside you'll have easy access to nature reserves and lush tropical greenery.
Package IncludesRoundtrip airfare into Bangkok returning from Singapore on Singapore Airlines 3-night hotel accommodations in Bangkok Continuing flight to Luang Prabang 2-night hotel accommodations in Luang Prabang Continuing flight to Vientiane 2-night hotel accommodations in Vientiane Continuing flight to Siem Reap 2-night hotel accommodations in Siem Reap Continuing flight to Singapore 3-night hotel accommodations in Singapore All airport transfers English-speaking guide provided on all sightseeing (see itinerary for details) Breakfast daily Hotel taxes and service charges Upon arrival in Bangkok you will be met and transferred to your hotel by our local guide Accommodation in Bangkok Breakfast at the hotel Grand Palace Half-day tour: One of the most beautiful samples of an ancient Siamese court. Previously the residence of the Kings of Thailand, here you will see Palaces which were used for different occasions; the Funeral Palace, the Reception Palace, the Throne Hall, the Coronation Hall, the Royal Guest House, and the beautiful Emerald Buddha Temple. Rest of day at leisure Accommodation in Bangkok (B) Breakfast at the hotel Full day at leisure Accommodation in Bangkok (B) Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to the airport for your flight to Luang Prabang Flight to Luang Prabang Upon arrival into Luang Prabang you will be met and transferred to your hotel by our local guide Rest of day at leisure Accommodation in Luang Prabang (B) Breakfast at the hotel River trip to Pak Ou Buddha Caves with Ban Phanom: Depart with your local gued at approximately 8:30am to Visit Wat Xieng Thong - often said to be Luang Prabang's most beautiful. It is characterized by its several roofs sweeping low to the ground and the impressive "tree of life" mosaic.
Next begin a riverboat trip with your guide on the mighty Mekong River to visit the famous & sacred Pak Ou Buddha Caves. These caves overlooking the confluence of the Mekong & Ou Rivers have been home to many thousands of Buddha images that have been placed here by local people since the 16th century, when King Setthathirat found the caves and declared them a holy spot.
Stop for Lunch at a local restaurant
Return to Luang Prabang by boat and then transfer to your private vehicle to drive out of town to the village of Ban Phanom - a weaving village populated by Lu minority people that originally came from Sipsonpanna in Southern China. Lao textiles are still woven here in the traditional manner on wooden looms, and this village was once famed for producing silks for the Royal Palace. Arrive back in Luang Prabang town mid to late afternoon. Accommodation in Luang Prabang (B) Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to the airport for your flight to Vientiane Flight to Vientiane Upon arrival in Vientiane you will be met and transferred to your hotel by our local guide Rest of day at leisure Accommodation in Vientiane (B) Breakfast at the hotel Morning city tour with Buddha park: Visit Wat Sisaket, the oldest original temple in Vientiane. Wat Sisaket features remarkable frescoes and over 6,000 Buddha images. Nearby Haw Phra Kaew was once the royal temple of Lao monarchy - the main structure originally housed the famous Emerald Buddha that now resides in Bangkok. One of the most photographed images of Vientiane is Patousay, the victory gate also known as Anousavari, with architecture inspired by the Arc d'Triumph in Paris. Another famous Vientiane landmark is the Phra That Luang stupa. This great sacred stupa, considered the national symbol, is said to contain relics of Lord Buddha.
Afternoon visit Xieng Khuan Buddha Park with your guide - a religious sculpture park located by the Mekong River approximately 24 kilometres south of Vientiane which captivated visitors with an unusual blend of Buddhist and Hindu imagery. If time permits you can also visit the Talaat Sao - a great food and vegetable market. Rest of the day at leisure Accommodation in Vientiane (B) Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap Flight to Siem Reap Upon arrival in Siem Reap you will be met and transferred to your hotel by our local guide Rest of day at leisure Accommodation in Siem Reap (B) Breakfast at the hotel Plain of Angkor Full-day tour: In the morning, visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor: Angkor Wat, the temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. It's distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. Angkor Wat's five towers symbolize Meru's five peaks - the enclosed wall represents the mountains at the edge of the world and the surrounding moat, the ocean beyond.
Visit the South Gate (with it's huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk), the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), Bayon Temple (unique for it's 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara), the Royal Enclosure, Phimenakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the leper King. Sunset at Angkor Wat. Accommodation in Siem Reap (B) Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to the airport for your flight to Singapore Flight to Singapore Upon arrival in Singapore you will be met and transferred to your hotel by our local guide Rest of day at leisure Accommodation in Singapore (B) Breakfast at the hotel Singapore City tour: Enjoy this city tour with first stopping at the "Colonial Heart" for a view of Padang, Cricket Club, Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. Then we are enroute to Thian Hock Keng Temple, oldest temple in Singapore and drive pass Chinatown. Next Stop at Mount Faber before proceeding to local handicraft centre. Continue with the National Orchid Garden located within Botanic Gardens. Last stop of the tour will be at Little India. Accommodation in Singapore (B) Breakfast at the hotel Rest of day at leisure Accommodation in Singapore (B) Breakfast at the hotel Transfer to Singapore Airport for your flight home
(B)
Arrive in Bangkok, one of Asia's most lively cities with exciting nightlife, magnificent parks and temples and abundance of shopping. Home to over seven million people, Bangkok is an exuberant, exhilarating, at times exhausting metropolis that no world traveler should miss. Continue your journey to Luang Prabang and Vientiane, two distinctly different cities in Laos. With a strong traditional Buddhist culture, and a noticeable French influence, Laos is one of the most intriguing countries in the region, one that actually limits tourism as a matter of policy, to ensure that places such as Luang Prabang remain unspoiled. With small, charming, comfortable hotels with teakwood floors, locally woven fabrics and the ambience of another century, Laos is one of the best places to visit for travelers searching for somewhere off the beaten path. Venture onward to Siem Reap, the gateway city to the Angkor Complex. Explore the ancient temples of Ankor Wat; from those that have been preserved to those left in their original state, partially engulfed in the surrounding jungle. Conclude your vacation in Singapore where the cultures of the East meet the West. Downtown Singapore offers outstanding shopping and fabulous restaurants while just outside you'll have easy access to nature reserves and lush tropical greenery.
Package Includes
Package price excludes airport taxes and fees
(Fuel Surcharges are included in the package price)
Vacation Package Itinerary
Day 1 : Depart USA
Day 2 : Arrive Bangkok
Day 3 : Bangkok
Day 4 : Bangkok
Day 5 : Bangkok - Luang Prabang
Day 6 : Luang Prabang
Next begin a riverboat trip with your guide on the mighty Mekong River to visit the famous & sacred Pak Ou Buddha Caves. These caves overlooking the confluence of the Mekong & Ou Rivers have been home to many thousands of Buddha images that have been placed here by local people since the 16th century, when King Setthathirat found the caves and declared them a holy spot.
Stop for Lunch at a local restaurant
Return to Luang Prabang by boat and then transfer to your private vehicle to drive out of town to the village of Ban Phanom - a weaving village populated by Lu minority people that originally came from Sipsonpanna in Southern China. Lao textiles are still woven here in the traditional manner on wooden looms, and this village was once famed for producing silks for the Royal Palace. Arrive back in Luang Prabang town mid to late afternoon.
Day 7 : Luang Prabang - Vientiane
Day 8 : Vientiane
Afternoon visit Xieng Khuan Buddha Park with your guide - a religious sculpture park located by the Mekong River approximately 24 kilometres south of Vientiane which captivated visitors with an unusual blend of Buddhist and Hindu imagery. If time permits you can also visit the Talaat Sao - a great food and vegetable market.
Day 9 : Vientiane - Siem Reap
Day 10 : Siem Reap
Visit the South Gate (with it's huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk), the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), Bayon Temple (unique for it's 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara), the Royal Enclosure, Phimenakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the leper King. Sunset at Angkor Wat.
Day 11 : Siem Reap - Singapore
Day 12 : Singapore
Day 13 : Singapore
Day 14 : Depart
(B)
Details
- Wholesaler
- EEI Travel
- Destination
- Laos
- Disclaimer
- Notes
Space is limited and your desired travel dates may not be available if you wait, so book early to avoid disappointment. We highly recommend 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates and /or accommodations.- Cambodia Departure Tax:
Required upon departure in local currency or US Dollars(cash only) the amount of approximately $25. Aircraft boarding will be denied to any passenger who fail to pay this tax which is collected after check-in and prior to boarding by Federal Airport staff.- Thailand Departure Tax:
Required upon departure in local currency (cash only) the amount of 500THB approximately. Aircraft boarding will be denied to any passenger who fail to pay this tax which is collected after check-in and prior to boarding by Federal Airport staff.- Cambodia Visa:
For US citizens a tourist Visa can be obtained at your arrival airport in Cambodia for approximately $20.00USD. Passengers must also have 2 passport photos and a passport valid for at least six months beyond the end of the visit.- Laos Tourist Visa
For US citizens a tourist Visa which is valid for 15 days from issue can be obtained at your arrival airport in Laos for approximately $35.00USD. Passengers must also have 2 passport photos and a passport valid for at least six months beyond the end of the visit. Visas valid for longer stays are available and must be issued before your departure from the US. Please contact the Lao Embassy at www.laoembassy.com- Full payment due within 1 day of booking by 2pm.
- Passport numbers are required for confirmation.
- Nonrefundable and nonchangeable once paid in full.
- Laos Departure Tax
Required upon departure in local currency (cash only) the amount of $10 for international flights, while 5.000 kips is levied for domestic flights approximately. Aircraft boarding will be denied to any passenger who fail to pay this tax which is collected after check-in and prior to boarding by Federal Airport staff.- Cambodia Tourist Visa
A tourist visa and valid passport are requred for entry into Cambodia- Passport & Visa Requirments:
It is the sole responsibility of each passenger to obtain the necessary documents for travel, including valid passports and visas For U.S. citizens, a valid passport and visa are required. Visa requirements change without notice and vary by nationality. Please check with the consulate office of the destination country for their visa requirements.Restrictions
Prices are per person based on double occupancy and a 21-day advance purchase. Purchases within 21 days will incur additional shipping and handling fees. Air carrier used in the package is based on gateway and availability at time of booking and multiple flights connections may be necessary. Flight departure times may be at any time on your requested departure day. Surcharges up to $125 per person apply for departures on Friday, Saturday and Sunday depending on travel dates. Air taxes/Government-imposed fees/surcharges are excluded. These fees are in addition to the package prices and will be added to invoice. Travel is valid for these dates only. Certain other restrictions may apply, and offer is subject to change without notice. No request will be processed until full payment is received. Once submitted your request can take at least 24 hours to confirm. 2nd and 3rd choices for travel dates are highly recommended. - Cambodia Departure Tax:
