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Laos and Cambodia Unveiled
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: VCL_AU
Overview
Destination:
Cambodia,
Lao,
Duration:18 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
November 2026 - November 2027
This epic adventure takes you from the UNESCO-listed city of Luang Prabang in untouched Laos to venture through Cambodia to explore the magnificent temples of Angkor, the rural beauty of Battambang and lovely Phnom Penh..
Tour highlights:
- Vientiane, Explore the colonial charm of Laos’ capital city
- Luang Prabang, Admire the exquisite architecture of Wat Xieng Thong
- Mekong, Cruise the languid Tonle Sap River
- Angkor, Find your adventurist side at the Angkor Archaeological Park
Tour experiences:
- COPE Rehabilitation Centre, Visit the headquarters of medical charity COPE, and learn about their work to provide prosthetic limbs to survivors of road accidents and landmines in Laos.
- Dawn Ceremony of Takbat, Witness the dawn ceremony of Takbat, a daily ritual which sees the saffron-robed monks of Luang Prabang's monasteries collect alms, in the form of food, from the local people who line the streets.
- Visit a Silk Workshop, Visit the lovely NGO of Golden Silk Pheach, a heritage silk workshop working to revive the rich art of hand-spun golden silk whilst also providing skilled employment to over 100 locals.
Places visited:
- Vientiane (2N)
- Vang Vieng (2N)
- Luang Prabang (3N)
- Siem Reap (4N)
- Battambang (2N)
- Phnom Penh (2N)
Price notes:
- Flight Inclusive rates only: These include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 June 2025. Please note supplements may apply if lead in economy rates are not available.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately US$105pp (AU$162pp) is paid locally in Laos.
- Depending on airline schedules, you may depart and/or arrive on Day 2. Extra nights' accommodation (pre or post tour) or stopovers may be required at an additional cost.
- Flight Inclusive rates only: Based on departures from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide & Perth. Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available on request.
Highlights:
Standard inclusions
- International flights and current taxes (excluded if a land only option is selected)
- All Meals (refer to itinerary)
- Domestic transportation
- Touring with guides and entrance fees
- 4-star accommodation
- Visa fees for Australian passport holders
Itinerary
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Collapse allDays 1-2: Fly Overnight To Vientiane
Fly overnight to Vientiane. Depending on your time of arrival the rest of the day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.
Day 3: Explore Vientiane
Nestled in a sleepy bend of the Mekong, Vientiane is a delightfully quaint city, more friendly backwater than chaotic capital. Visit the morning market, the open-air Buddha Park, Wat Si Saket and Wat Phra Keo, the former royal temple, before viewing That Luang Stupa and the Patuxai Victory Monument. Also, drop in at the COPE visitor centre.
Day 4: Travel To Vang Vieng
This morning visit Vientiane where we will visit the Contemporary Art Museum displaying many art works of Laos. After lunch transfer 3.5 hours to Vang Vieng. This evening enjoy dinner at your hotel and soak up the atmosphere on the Song riverbanks.
Day 5: Explore Vang Vieng
Venture into the Tham Chang cave before wandering through the dramatic limestone karst countryside beside the Nam Song River.
Day 6: Travel To Luang Prabang
Return to Vientiane and fly to the beautiful city of Luang Prabang. The quintessential image of Laos and a place of vivid colours, where you’ll find a rich heritage and enduring French legacy.
Day 7: Pak Ou Caves
Visit the exquisite Wat Visoun and Wat Xieng Thong. Cruise up the languid Mekong River to the sacred caves of Pak Ou known for the hundreds of miniature Buddhist sculptures that reside within. On the return trip stop off at the villages of Thin Hong and Ban Xang Khong.
Day 8: Kuang Si Waterfalls
Begin the day at the National Museum, housed in the former Royal Palace. Drive out of the city, stopping for a visit to Ock Pop Tok Weaving Centre, before heading to the natural splendour of Kuang Si Waterfalls. Enjoy the vivid blue, terraced pools that tumble down through their forest setting, taking a dip or relaxing by the water's edge.
Day 9: Takbat
Rise early this morning to witness the monks of Luang Prabang’s monastic communities collecting alms from the locals – the ceremony of Takbat. These lines of silent saffron robe-clad monks will be an enduring image of your trip. Later this morning, climb Phousi Hill for panoramic views over the city before taking a short flight to Siem Reap in Cambodia.
Day 10: Explore Angkor
The seat of the Khmer Empire between the 9th and 15th centuries, the Angkor complex includes over 1,000 temples. Rising early, the tour begins in the heart of Angkor Thom, the old walled city – passing through its South Gate you'll reach the enigmatic Bayon and visit the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to Ta Prohm, an atmospheric temple left in the grips of the jungle. This afternoon is dedicated to the indescribable Angkor Wat. The best preserved of Angkor's temples, examine the vast number of intricate details and relish the sheer magnificence of its architecture. End the day with a sunset cruise around the moat of Angkor Thom.
Day 11: Tonle Sap Lake
In the High Water Season (Aug to Feb) visit Beng Mealea, a mysterious temple overrun by the jungle before enjoying a cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting the floating village of Kampong Kleng and observing the way of life of these lake communities. In the Low Water Season (Mar to Jul) head to Chong Kneas floating village. Return to Siem Reap via the The SATCHA Handicraft Centre. This evening sit down to dinner and the Apsara dance show.
Day 12: Banteay Srei
Admire the captivating Banteay Srei, a richly embellished Hindu Temple made of rose-coloured sandstone, before visiting a wonderful silk workshop reviving the art of handwoven Khmer gold silk.
Day 13: Explore Battambang
Depart Siem Reap for the rural city of Battambang, a former colonial town with a wealth of French architecture on display. After lunch, enjoy a walking tour of the city before freshening up for dinner.
Day 14: Rural Battambang
Battambang is set in some of the country's most beautiful landscapes. Head out of town to experience life as a local with a countryside family before visiting the 12th-century Prasat Banan Temple. End the day with a visit to Phnom Sampov, where you can marvel at the extraordinary sight of millions of bats emerging from their cave in search of food.
Day 15: Travel To Phnom Penh
Journey south to Cambodia's charming capital Phnom Penh. On the way, stop at the 17th century capital of Udong and Kampong Chhnang to see the traditional handmade pottery. On arrival at Phnom Penh, the rest of the day is at leisure.
Day 16: Phnom Penh By Cyclo
Experience a cyclo ride to the magnificent Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda before scaling the small hill topped by Wat Phnom. Later, enjoy the exhibits of the National Museum, which are housed in a spectacular Khmer-style building, before learning about the tragedies of the recent past at the harrowing Tuol Sleng Museum.
Days 17-18: Phnom Penh To Australia
If your flight time permits, this morning there is an option to visit the poignant Killing Fields (payable locally). Transfer to the airport to board your flight back to Australia, arriving the next day.
Days 17-18: Phnom Penh To Australia
If your flight time permits, this morning there is an option to visit the poignant Killing Fields (payable locally). Transfer to the airport to board your flight back to Australia, arriving the next day.
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Operator
Wendy Wu
Wendy Wu Tours is Australia's leading touring specialist, offering extraordinary tours throughout Asia, Latin America, Eurasia, the Middle East – and most recently, Australasia. Since Wendy sent her very first tour to China in 1994, we've grown from strength to strength and are proud of the multiple awards we've won throughout the years and the unique travel experiences we offer to an expanding range of destinations.
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