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Thailand & Laos Adventure
Operated by Wendy Wu
Tripcode: VTL_NZ
Overview
Destination:
Laos,
Thailand,
Start:Bangkok, Thailand
Finish:Vientiane, Laos
Finish:Vientiane, Laos
Duration:16 days
Type:Group tour (max 28)
Travel Period
November 2025 - December 2026
Perfectly combined to create an unforgettable experience, venture off-the-beaten-track to discover the colourful hill tribe cultures of Thailand’s northern highlands and explore the tranquil treasures and rich culture of beautiful Laos.
Price notes:
- Prices include airline fuel surcharge and taxes. Correct as of 1 October 2024, subject to change.
- 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.
- Customary tipping amount of approximately US$95pp is paid locally in Vietnam.
- Based on departures from Auckland, Wellington & Christchurch
- Departures from other cities and flight upgrades available upon request
- Land only (Saigon - Hanoi) 17 days from $6,080 per person, twin share
- Single supplement from $1,100 (does not apply to Solo Exclusive Departures)
Standard inclusions
- Internal transportation
- Accommodation
- Entrance fees, guides and daily tours
- All Meals
- Standard group visa fees included and fees may apply for foreign passport holders or other visas
Itinerary
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Collapse allDAYS 1-2: Fly to Bankok
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.
DAY 3: Discover Bangkok
Bangkok is an exotic assault on the senses, a whirlwind of chaos, refinement and rewarding sights. A city of many faces, go from tranquil golden temples to forests of gleaming skyscrapers before experiencing authentic Asia on bustling streets. Today's sightseeing includes Wat Pho, the dazzling Grand Palace and Chinatown. Take to the Chao Phraya River on a longboat, getting an alternative view of the city as you travel to the Pak Klong Talaat Flower Market. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
DAY 4: Floating Market
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the Damnoen Saduak Floating Market and experience the Maeklong railway market. Board an overnight train to Chiang Mai.
DAY 5: Explore Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is a chilled out, nonchalant city in the foothills of Thailand's northern highlands. Take a tour of the city via rickshaw, visit Folk Life Museum, admire Wat Chedi Luang and ascend to Wat Doi Suthep perched on top of Doi Suthep Mountain. This evening enjoy a traditional Kantoke dinner and a performance of the ancient songs and dances of northern Thailand and wander through the buzzing night bazaar in search of bargains.
DAY 6: MEDITATION & HMONG HILLTRIBE LODGE
Visit a local yoga and meditation centre and enjoy a relaxing meditation session. After lunch continue to the Hmong Hilltribe Lodge amidst the striking natural beauty of the region. This evening enjoy a barbecue dinner and a cultural show.
DAY 7: ELEPHANT CARE CENTRE - CHIANG RAI
Visit the Thai Elephant Care Centre in Mae Rim this morning. The centre is located in the beautiful Mesa Valley and is the peaceful retirement for elephants rescued from logging camps and elephant shows. Continue 90 minutes to Tha Ton, a small town by the Mae Kok River, and board your long tail motorboat for your cruise to Baan Pha Tai. Upon arrival, drive a further 2 hours to Chiang Rai where you may wish to take a walk around the night market before enjoying dinner at a local restaurant.
DAY 8: Chiang Rai
Explore the laidback, small town charm of Chiang Rai, visiting the eccentric White Temple and Doi Mae Salong, a hill village once at the heart of the area's notorious opium trade.
DAY 9: Cruise the Mekong
Transfer to Huay Xai on the Thai-Laos border and enjoy a cruise along the upper
Mekong, taking in the scenery as you go. Stop at Pakbeng with time to visit the village of Ban Houei Lumpane before settling in for the night.
Laos - Visas are obtained on arrival and are payable locally (approx. 40 USD)
DAY 10: Cruise to Luang Prabang
Back on the river, continue your leisurely cruise down to the beautiful city of Luang Prabang, stopping at the fascinating Pak Ou Caves, a riverside cavern that is full of statues of Buddha that can no longer be used for worship.
DAY 11: Explore Luang Prabang
An enchanting city, Luang Prabang is the quintessential image of Laos – a place of vivid colours with an extremely rich heritage and enduring French legacy. Visit Ban Xang Khong craft village where you can see Sa Paper and local handcraft production. Take a city tour, seeing sights including Wat Visoun and Wat Xieng Thong. Later, spend some time at a local wat, chatting with the friendly monks who love to practise their English.
DAY 12: Kuang Si Waterfalls
Rise early this morning to witness the Buddhist ceremony of Takbat or alms-giving. After breakfast, ascend Phousi Hill for panoramic views over the town and see the treasures at the National Museum. Head out of the town to enjoy the cascading turquoise waters of the enchanting Kuang Si Waterfalls before returning to Luang Prabang via Ock Pop Tok Weaving Centre.
DAY 13: Fly to Vientiane
Catch a flight to Laos' capital city, Vientiane.
DAY 14: Discover Vientiane
Nestled in a sleepy bend of the Mekong, Vientiane is a delightfully quaint city. Spend the day exploring with a visit to Wat Si Saket, Wat Phra Keo (a former temple that now houses a museum), That Luang Stupa, and the Patuxai Victory Monument, known as the Arc de Triomphe of Vientiane. Finally, explore the sculptural Buddha Park. Later, enjoy dinner and a traditional Laos music and
dance performance.
DAYS 15-16: Fly Vientiane to New Zealand
Enjoy a free morning in Vientiane, making the most of the languid pace of life. Fly back to New Zealand via Bangkok, arriving the following 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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