Explore the best of Northern Thailand and Laos on this extra-special 13-day tour. Tour vibrant cities, see towering mountains, dense jungle, waterfalls, elephants, and bustling markets. Learn to cook delicious Laotian cuisine and have plenty of time to just relax amid some of the most beautiful sceneries in the world !
Duration: 13 days/12 nights
Tour Code: MTHL02
Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013
Highlights: Bangkok - Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai - Pakbeng - Luang Prabang - Kuang Si Waterfall - Vang Vieng - Vientiane
Day 1 - Arrive Bangkok
Place Transport: Airplane->Car
Meals:Arrive into bustling Bangkok and transfer to your hotel.Day 2 - Bangkok
Place Transport: Car->Boat
Meals: Breakfast - LunchVisit the Jim Thompson House and Textile Museum to see the art and textiles of a man who was credited with reviving and revitalizing the Thai silk industry. Continue to the golden Grand Palace, former home of the Thai kings, and the royal barge museum. Relax with a soft drink while you cruise Bangkok’s myriad canals and pass vendors who sell spices and freshly-prepared Thai delicacies from their boats.Day 3 - Bangkok – Chiang Mai
Place Transport: Airplane->Car
Meals: Breakfast - LunchFly to Chiang Mai, a charming city nestled in the northern mountains. Visit some of the beautiful and historic Buddhist Wats (temples) that give Chiang Mai its character. In the evening, explore the busy Night Bazaar which is full of Thai and Lao textiles, silver, and much more.Day 4 - Chiang Mai – Chiang Rai
Place Transport: Car
Meals: Breakfast - LunchHead east through stunning mountainous scenery to the quiet and scenic mountain city of Chiang Rai. In the evening, you’ll have time to explore the town.Day 5 - Chiang Rai – Pakbeng
Place Transport: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast - LunchCross the border into Laos for a boat cruise on the Mekong River to Pakbeng. Stop for a picnic lunch on the riverbank, then, visit a village of the Yao or Lu tribes along the way. The evening is free.Day 6 - Pakbeng – Luang Prabang
Place Transport: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast - LunchIn the morning, visit Pakbeng market where people from surrounding villages exchange their goods. Next, the second leg of your cruise takes you to Pak Ou Village at the mouth of the Nam Ou River. Visit the Tam Ting Caves which contains over a thousand images of the Buddha. Observe the traditional process of producing local rice alcohol. End your day in the beautiful city of Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage site.Day 7 - Luang Prabang
Place Transport: Car
Meals: Breakfast - LunchEnjoy a guided tour of Luang Prabang. Nestled in a stunning setting amid lush mountains, this sacred city of golden temples and saffron robed monks provides endless opportunities for sightseeing.Day 8 - Kuang Si Waterfall
Place Transport: Car
Meals: BreakfastSpend the morning at your leisure, then, visit the beautiful Kuang Sii Waterfall. The falls cascade over many calcified tiers and down several hundred feet into a series of cool and turquoise pools. You can cool off with a swim before returning to Luang Prabang.Day 9 - Luang Prabang: Cooking class
Place Transport:
Meals: Breakfast - LunchLearn the delicious secrets of Laotian cuisine. Guided by the cooking school’s chef, visit the colourful and vibrant Phosy Market to select fresh ingredients. Cook fabulous dishes under a sunroof in the garden, then enjoy the lunch that you prepared.Day 10 - Luang Prabang – Vang Vieng
Place Transport: Car
Meals: Breakfast - LunchTake a six-hour drive along picturesque winding roads to Vang Vieng. There are stunning vistas of towering limestone karst hills around every turn. The afternoon is free for you to relax or explore this lovely town.Day 11 - Vang Vieng
Place Transport:
Meals: BreakfastEnjoy the scenic wonders of Vang Vieng at your leisure. You can go inner-tubing in the cool, lazy river, try your hand at kayaking or caving, or just relax and enjoy the amazing views from your balcony.Day 12 - Vang Vieng – Vientiane
Place Transport: Car
Meals: Breakfast - LunchDrive three hours to Vientiane. Visit Wat Sisaket with its thousands of miniature Buddha statues as well as many other picturesque sites and monuments.Day 13 - Depart Vientiane
Place Transport: Car->Airplane
Meals: BreakfastExplore sleepy and friendly Vientiane until it’s time to transfer to the airport for your flight.The Tour Inclusion:
- 12 Nights Accommodation in deluxe twin / double room view with daily BKF.- Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.
- Boat, cruise as indicated in the itinerary.
- Domestic flight tickets as indicated in the itinerary.- The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.- Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.- Lunches and dinners (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.The Tour Exclusion:
- Visas on arrival- International flight tickets and airport tax.- Dinners, except as specified above.- Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
- Travel insurance- Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.Additional Information
Importance note
- The itinerary is just a sample of our Thailand tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.
What to bring?
- Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...
How to start?
- MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.
- If you don’t have enough time to complete visa before your departure, we will help you to obtain Thailand Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport, on your arrival).
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