Following the Mekong: Laos, Cambodia & Vietnam

You will leave your hotel this morning and you will transfer to Chiang Khong ready for the border crossing. You will then board the boat for the morning and afternoon's cruise down the Mekong.

Wake up early to see the sun rise over the misty Mekong. You will rejoin the boat this morning and your journey will head towards Luang Prabang. En route you will visit the Pak Ou Caves. You will be met at the jetty by your local guide and driver and transferred to your hotel.

Today you will start exploring Luang Prabang with your private guide. In the afternoon you can see more of the city independently.

Today you will journey up the Nam Ou River rewarding you with beautiful scenery and a chance to explore some lesser visited villages.

You will be transferred from your hotel to the airport ahead of this afternoon's flight from Luang Prabang to the capital Vientiane. Upon arrival in Vientiane you will be met by your guide and taken on a short city tour before arriving at your hotel.

An early rise today as you are collected from your hotel and taken to the airport in time for your flight to Pakse. Upon arrival in Pakse you will be met by your guide for the short transfer to the Vat Phou Boat. Upon boarding you will begin your three day exploration of the 4,000 Islands.

Continue exploring the many islands, villages and waterfalls of this region.

Today you will disembark the cruise and journey back to Pakse where you will be spending the night.

Today you will transfer to the airport for your short flight to Siem Reap. En route you will have an opportunity to visit the town's morning market. Upon arrival in Siem Reap you will be met by your guide and taken to Angkor Wat. Here you will enjoy a short afternoon exploration before witnessing the sunset over the iconic temple.

In the early morning visit our personal favourite, Ta Prohm. By far the most atmospheric of all the ruins, it has been reclaimed by the jungle and is being crushed by massive tree roots. In the afternoon enjoy a trip to the famous Tonle Sap lake where you can visit the floating villages. Return to Siem Reap via Kbal Spean, the site of ancient Hindu carvings on the riverbed in a scenic jungle location.

Explore the Bayon, the centrepiece of the once fortified city of Angkor Thom.

This morning you will be collected from your hotel and taken to the airport in time for your short flight to Phnom Penh. Spend the afternoon on the waterfront perhaps, visiting the numerous shops and galleries, and enjoy a drink as sun sets at the Foreign Correspondents Club.

A full day touring the sights and sounds of Phnom Penh with your private guide and driver. In the morning visit the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, home of the Emerald Buddha. The afternoon features visits to elements of Cambodia's recent history.

This morning you will leave Phnom Penh by boat, travelling along the Mekong and into Vietnam. In the afternoon you will arrive at Chau Doc, home to Sam Mountain which gives a wonderful vantage point over the Delta.

Today your Vietnamese guide will meet you at your hotel for your transfer to Can Tho, home to the famous floating market at Cai Rang. In the evening head across the river into town, to enjoy some superb food.

After an early morning visit to the floating markets you will board the Bassac Boat for a charming cruise through the Mekong Delta.

An early rise today to view the markets of Cai Be before continuing by land to Saigon. After settling in to your hotel you will be collected by Vespa to embark on an unforgettable evening tour of Saigon.

Full day at leisure to explore Saigon.

A final opportunity for some last minute shopping before transferring to the airport for your onward flight.