Thailand & Laos Adventure

Experience the perfect combination of Thailand and Laos for an unforgettable journey. Venture off the beaten track to discover the hill tribe cultures of Thailand’s northern highlands and explore the tranquil treasures and rich culture of beautiful Laos.

Tour Highlights:

• Fully Inclusive: Enjoy touring with knowledgeable guides and have entrance fees covered.
• Meals: Included meals – 13 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, and 13 Dinners.
• Flights: International flights and current taxes are part of the package.
• Accommodation: Stay in comfortable 3+/4-star accommodations for 13 nights.
• Physical Rating: This tour has a physical rating of 2, involving walking, some steps, and extended time on your feet.

Embark on an adventure to these enchanting destinations, where you’ll experience the diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, and the warm hospitality of the local people.

Itinerary

Here’s the detailed itinerary for your Thailand and Laos adventure:

DAYS 1-2: FLY TO BANGKOK

• Fly to the vibrant city of Bangkok. Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
• Dinner

DAY 3: DISCOVER BANGKOK

• Begin your exploration of Bangkok, visiting Wat Pho, the Grand Palace, and Chinatown.
• Take a longboat ride on the Chao Phraya River to Pak Klong Talaat Flower Market.
• Enjoy a Thai dinner with a traditional music and dance show.

DAY 4: FLOATING MARKET

• Explore the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and the Maeklong railway market.
• Fly to Chiang Mai in the evening.

DAY 5: EXPLORE CHIANG MAI BY CYCLO

• Take a cyclo tour of Chiang Mai.
• Visit the Folk Life Museum, Wat Chedi Luang, and Wat Doi Suthep.
• Enjoy a traditional Kantoke dinner and explore the night bazaar.

DAY 6: HMONG HILLTRIBE LODGE

• Start the day with a meditation session.
• Head to the Suthep-Pui Mountains and stay at the Hmong Hilltribe Lodge.
• Enjoy a barbecue dinner and a cultural show.

DAY 7: THAI ELEPHANT CARE CENTRE

• Visit the Thai Elephant Care Centre and interact with the elephants.
• Board a long-tail boat on Mae Kok River to Baan Pha Tai.
• Continue by road to Chiang Rai and explore the night market.

DAY 8: CHIANG RAI

• Explore Chiang Rai, visiting the White Temple and Doi Mae Salong, a hill village.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 9: CRUISE THE MEKONG

• Transfer to the Thai-Laos border and board a boat to cruise along the Mekong.
• Stop at Pakbeng with time to visit Ban Houei Lumpane before settling in for the night.

DAY 10: CRUISE TO LUANG PRABANG

• Continue your cruise to Luang Prabang, stopping at the Pak Ou Caves.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 11: EXPLORE LUANG PRABANG

• Visit Ban Xang Khong craft village.
• Take a city tour, seeing Wat Visoun and Wat Xieng Thong.
• Spend time at a local wat chatting with the monks.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 12: KUANG SI WATERFALLS

• Witness the Buddhist ceremony of Takbat.
• Ascend Phousi Hill for panoramic views and visit the National Museum.
• Explore Kuang Si Waterfalls and return to Luang Prabang.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 13: FLY TO VIENTIANE

• Catch a flight to Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 14: DISCOVER VIENTIANE

• Explore Vientiane, visiting Talaat Sao market, Wat Si Saket, Wat Phra Keo, That Luang Stupa, Patuxai Victory Monument, and the Buddha Park.
• Enjoy dinner and a traditional Laos music and dance performance.
• Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAYS 15-16: FLY VIENTIANE TO UK

• Enjoy a free morning in Vientiane.
• Fly back to the UK, arriving the following day.
• Breakfast

This itinerary promises an exciting and culturally rich journey through Thailand and Laos. If you have any specific questions or need more information, please feel free to ask!