The
Golden Triangle & The Mekong River
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Guaranteed departure (all the year round)
Deluxe Tour |
DAY 01 |
USA -
Bangkok |
USA - Bangkok |
DAY 02 |
Bangkok Arrival (B) |
Upon
your arrival in Bangkok you will be transferred to your
hotel. |
DAY 03 |
Bangkok
(B,L) |
After
breakfast , you'll experience the majesty of the Grand
Palace, one of Thailand's most revered historical and
religious sites. Later, cross the Chao Phraya river to
sample the spices and flavors of Thai cuisine at the
Oriental Hotel's luxurious Sala Rim Nam. In the
afternoon, drive out to the Prasat Museum, for a special
glimpse into a private collection of priceless Thai art
and antiquities.
Overnight |
DAY 04 |
Bangkok
(B,L) |
Heading north out of Bangkok, we'll take you for a
stroll through the gardens and pavilions of Bang Pa In,
the unbelievable summer palace of King Chulalongkorn.
From there, you'll board a traditional rice barge for a
cruise up the Chao Phraya that will take you back into
Thailand's regal past. After enjoying lunch on board,
you'll disembark at the former Siamese capital of
Ayutthaya, a city of graceful chedis and ruined temples,
before returning to Bangkok by car.
Overnight |
DAY 05 |
Bangkok
- Chiang Rai (B) |
Leave
Thailand's central plains behind, and journey north to
Thailand's Golden Triangle. Upon arriving in Chiang Rai,
you'll be met by your guide, and transferred to your
accommodation. After settling in to the comforts of your
surroundings, you'll have the opportunity to delve into
the secret history of the region on a visit to the Hall
of Opium.
Overnight in Chiang Rai |
DAY 06 |
Chiang
Rai (B) |
Come
face to trunk with one of Thailand's most graceful
creatures as you learn how to be an elephant mahout.
After mastering the necessary commands, you'll climb
onto the back of an elephant for a thrilling ride that
will put your new skills to the test. Once you're ready,
you'll take your elephant through bamboo forests and
across riverine flood plains on a trek to in search of
local wildlife and breathtaking views.
Overnight in Chiang Rai |
DAY 07 |
Chiang
Rai (B,L) |
In
the morning, you'll depart for Mae Sai, a trading town
at the northern tip of Thailand that will be your entry
point into Myanmar. Cross the border for a samlor ride
through the village of Tachilek, where you'll enjoy
lunch at a local Burmese restaurant, then admire crafts
at the market. Next, enjoy the spectacular views from
Doi Tung, the former home of the King of Thailand's
mother, then stop at the Royal Handicraft Center to
observe the production of mulberry paper, pottery, and
weaving.
Overnight in Chiang Rai |
Day 8 |
Golden
Triangle - Chiang Khong - Huay Say - Pakbeng (B,L,D) |
An
early wake up will see you passing through unforgettable
scenery along the Mekong River as you travel to the
border town of Chiang Khong. After completing the
immigration formalities, you'll climb on board your boat
for a journey into the jungles of Northern Laos. Before
enjoying lunch on board, you'll stop at a hill-tribe
settlement to wander around and observe the local
lifestyle.
Overnight |
Day 9 |
Pakbeng
(B,L,D) |
After
breakfast , climb back on board to continue your trip
down the Mekong. At midday, you'll stop at Ban Baw, a
village that offers you the chance to watch the making
of traditional rice alcohol. In the afternoon you'll
arrive at your lodge, a magical retreat near a Kamu
village where you'll have the opportunity to engage in a
variety of local customs and activities.
Overnight |
Day 10 |
Kamu
Lodge - Luang Prabang (B,L) |
In
the morning we'll set out once again, on a riverine
journey that will take you through bamboo groves and
towering limestone pinnacles to the town of Luang
Prabang. A stop at the Pak Ou village will allow you to
step into an extraordinary cave complex that conceals
thousands of Buddha statues and images. Upon arrival in
Luang Prabang, you'll have the chance to freshen up in
your hotel room, before we visit some of this charming
town's most engaging sites, like Wat Visoun and the
Traditional Arts and Ethnology Centre. Enjoy the views
from atop Mount Phousi, then take a stroll through the
evening hill tribe market.
Overnight in Luang Prabang. |
Day 11 |
Luang
Prabang (B,L) |
Waking early, you'll be witness to the most
unforgettable ritual in Laos, as dozens of saffron-robed
monks walk the dirt lanes to receive alms from the
townspeople. After breakfast at your hotel, take in the
National Museum, the Central Market, and the five-tiered
Wat Mai. Later, visit the astounding Wat Xieng Thong, a
gracious compound of pastel wats decorated in colored
glass mosaics, and the most important Buddhist monastery
in the country. Later, splash into the Khuang Xi
Waterfalls, then tour a local factory where handmade
paper is produced.
Overnight in Luang Prabang. |
Day
12 |
Luang
Prabang - Xieng Khuang (B,L) |
Departing from Luang Prabang, your journey today will
take you to the mysterious Plain of Jars. Along the way,
you'll pass through breathtaking mountainous setting as
you visit Hmong villages and the Tham Pha Cave. With
time permitting, you'll head out to view the jars, all
of which are thousands of years old, and some of which
weigh as much as 6 tons.
Overnight in Xieng Khuang. |
Day 13 |
Xieng
Khuang (B,L) |
Your
exploration of the Plain of Jars continues with a visit
to Phou Sa La Tou and Hai Hin Lad Kai, where the jars
sit atop a hill surrounded by rice paddies. Continuing
on, you'll visit Muang Kham to enjoy hot water springs
in a subdued forest setting. Said to be infused with
magical powers, the warm waters are believed to have
curative properties.
Overnight in Xieng Khuang. |
Day
14 |
Xieng
Khuang - Vientiane (B,L) |
After
browsing at the morning market, visit Hmong Villages and
ruined temples along the way on a short drive to the
ancient capital of Muang Khoune. An afternoon flight
will transport you to Vientiane, the capital of Laos, a
relaxed city of leafy boulevards and gracious French
architecture. Enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure,
strolling along the Mekong waterfront or slipping into
an inviting café.
Overnight in Vientiane. |
Day 15 |
Vientiane - Bangkok (B) |
Enjoy
your final day in Vientianewith a tour of the city's
most important sites, from the humble niche Buddhas of
Vat Sisaket, to the venerated That Luang, to the grand
arch of the Patuxai monument. Time permitting, you'll
visit Carol Cassidy's famed textile studio before
heading off to the airport for your departure flight. |
Day 16 |
Arrival
USA |
Arrive USA |
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Port taxes |
Tips and optional tour |
Internal flights
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Jan
07 |
Feb
03 |
$3695 |
$2599 |
$995 |
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04 |
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03 |
$3845 |
$2765 |
$935 |
Mar
04 |
Mar
31 |
$3695 |
$2599 |
$975 |
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01 |
May
05 |
$3895 |
$2795 |
$1195 |
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06 |
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02 |
$3995 |
$2699 |
$1295 |
Jun
03 |
Jun
31 |
$3985 |
$2695 |
$945 |
Jul
01 |
Aug
04 |
$3945 |
$2675 |
$995 |
Aug
05 |
Sep
01 |
$3855 |
$2675 |
$975 |
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02 |
Oct
06 |
$3835 |
$2795 |
$1275 |
Oct
07 |
Nov
03 |
$3995 |
$2955 |
$1345 |
Nov
04 |
Dec
01 |
$3895 |
$2895 |
$1445 |
Dec
02 |
Dec
15 |
$3895 |
$2595 |
$995 |
2013 |
DEC
16 |
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30 |
$3795 |
$2695 |
$945 |
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04 |
MAR
10 |
$3945 |
$2745 |
$895 |
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