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Exploring Xe Bang Fai cave

Off the beaten track Laos & Cambodia

16 days from £5,135pp
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Tour highlights

  • Soak up the culture in Vientiane; one of Southeast Asia's sleepiest capital cities.

  • Explore the stunning scenery of central Laos, including caves of Kong Lor and Xe Bang Fai.

  • Enjoy an unforgettable experience, camping under the stars in Nam Theun National Protected Area.

  • Follow the old 'Angkor Road', taking in the temples of Wat Phou, Preah Vihear, Banteay Srei and of course, Angkor Wat.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international flights
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Vientiane.

  • You will be met for a private transfer to your hotel on arrival. The rest of the day is spent at leisure, and we can recommend some great places to eat.

    • Patuxai Monument, Vientiane, Laos
      Patuxai Monument, Vientiane, Laos
    • Wat That Luang, Vientiane, Laos
      Wat That Luang, Vientiane, Laos
    • Patuxai Monument in Vientiane, Laos
      Patuxai Monument in Vientiane, Laos

  • Today you will explore the city by bicycle. This takes in the most famous colonial and religious architecture and also contrasts that with some peaceful 'local' areas. In the early evening, your guide will take you down to one of our best-loved spots on the banks of the Mekong so that you can enjoy a cold drink as the sun sets. As the evening moves on you will explore the riverbank further, mixing with the locals as you try various local delicacies.

    • Patuxai Monument in Vientiane, Laos
      Patuxai Monument in Vientiane, Laos
    • Vientiane, Laos
      Vientiane, Laos
    • Wat Si Saket Buddha images, Vientiane, Laos
      Wat Si Saket Buddha images, Vientiane, Laos

  • Your road trip begins with a journey to the Hin Boun National Park.

    • Nam Hin Boun, Laos
      Nam Hin Boun, Laos
    • Kong Lor Caves, Hin Boun
      Kong Lor Caves, Hin Boun
    • Hin Boun, Laos
      Hin Boun, Laos

  • Full day exploring the stunning Kong Lor Cave and the surrounding villages.

    • Hin Boun, Laos
      Hin Boun, Laos
    • Hin Boun, Laos
      Hin Boun, Laos
    • View of the Hinboun River from the Spring River Resort
      View of the Hinboun River from the Spring River Resort

  • Journey on to Nam Theun Protected Area via the small town of Lak Sao, where you will stop for lunch. This afternoon you will take a long tail boat into the heart of the protected area. Overnight in a simple beach camp.

    • Spring River Resort
      Spring River Resort
    • Riverview Bungalows at Spring River Resort
      Riverview Bungalows at Spring River Resort
    • Exploring Hin Boun village near Kong Lor Cave
      Exploring Hin Boun village near Kong Lor Cave

  • Enjoy a morning trek before journeying back to Thalang. Afterwards, you will continue on to Langkhang, where you will be spending the night.

    Stay at Sai Phou Louang Resort   

  • This morning you will have an adventure exploring one of the least-known areas in Indochina at the Xe Bang Fai Cave. Travel by boat and car onto the sleepy town of Thakhek this afternoon to be reacquainted with the Mekong River.

    • Late in the day, central Laos
      Late in the day, central Laos
    • Dusk on the river, central Laos
      Dusk on the river, central Laos
    • Trek, Thakhek
      Trek, Thakhek

  • Today, you will be driven south to the peaceful town of Champasak, which is famous for one of the most impressive temples in Laos, Wat Phou. This evening you can enjoy one of the best views in Laos as the sun sets over La Folie Lodge.

    • Temple detail at Wat Phou, Champasak, Laos
      Temple detail at Wat Phou, Champasak, Laos
    • Irrawaddy dolphins can be spotted near the 4,000 Islands, Southern Laos
      Irrawaddy dolphins can be spotted near the 4,000 Islands, Southern Laos
    • View from La Folie Lodge, Champasak
      View from La Folie Lodge, Champasak

  • This morning, you will uncover the secrets of Champasak with a private walking tour before returning to your hotel. You may wish to spend an afternoon by the pool or take out bikes to explore the island.

    • Khone Phapheng
      Khone Phapheng
    • Sunset over the Mekong
      Sunset over the Mekong
    • Liphi Waterfall, Don Khone
      Liphi Waterfall, Don Khone

  • After breakfast, you will travel to Wat Phou, as the early morning is a nice cool time to climb the many steps of the temple complex and avoid the crowds. Then travel on the border to cross into Cambodia, stopping en route for lunch. Upon completing immigration formalities, you will meet your Cambodian guide and transfer to nearby Preah Vihear, where you will be spending the night.

    • Buddhist monks outside the central sanctuary at Preah Vihear
      Buddhist monks outside the central sanctuary at Preah Vihear
    • Preah Vihear, Cambodia
      Preah Vihear, Cambodia
    • Old man busking at Preah Vihear
      Old man busking at Preah Vihear

  • Explore Preah Vihear this morning. Considered by many to be among the most impressive temples in Asia, it is a privilege to be able to visit again after it was off-limits for many years due to a border dispute with Thailand. Continue south to another off-the-beaten-track area at Phnom Kulen before reaching Banteay Srei and Siem Reap.

    • The central sanctuary at Preah Vihear
      The central sanctuary at Preah Vihear
    • Preah Vihear
      Preah Vihear
    • Monks at Preah Vihear
      Monks at Preah Vihear

  • Wake early to discover Banteay Srei at dawn. Other highlights will be taken in on the way to Siem Reap.

    • Ta Prohm temple being reclaimed by the jungle, Siem Reap
      Ta Prohm temple being reclaimed by the jungle, Siem Reap
    • Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap, Cambodia
      Tonle Sap Lake, Siem Reap, Cambodia
    • Angkor Wat from above
      Angkor Wat from above

  • Today is a busy one, full of the must-see attractions within the temples of Angkor. Highlights include Ta Prohm which was made famous by the Tomb Raider film. The imposing faces of The Bayon are not to be missed and the day ends at Angkor Wat itself. As with all of our touring, we go to great lengths to get the best guides and plan things in such a way as to avoid crowds when possible and see things in the best light of the day.

    • Angkor Wat, Cambodia
      Angkor Wat, Cambodia
    • Decorative Carving, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
      Decorative Carving, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
    • Sunset over Angkor Wat, Siem Reap
      Sunset over Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

  • You will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

    • Monk, Angkor Wat
      Monk, Angkor Wat
    • Angkor Wat, Cambodia
      Angkor Wat, Cambodia
    • The atmospheric streets of Siem Reap at night
      The atmospheric streets of Siem Reap at night

  • Arrive home today to complete your journey.

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When to go

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Place Daily max temperature (°C) Monthly rainfall (mm)
Vientiane
 
Hin Boun
 
Thakhek
 
Champasak
 
Phra Wihan
 
Siem Reap
 

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