3 Weeks Expedition of Cambodia Myanmar and Laos with Mekong River Discovery
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This 3-week itinerary highlights the Mekong River discovery in Laos. Visit one city in Cambodia, 3 places in Laos, and 5 destinations in Myanmar. You’ll see Angkor’s magnificence, Kuang Si Waterfall’s refreshing, Pindaya cave’s Buddha images, etc.
Cambodia: Siem Reap temples and countryside tour (3 nights)
Laos: Luang Prabang city and nature discovery (3 nights)
Laos: Pakse cruise and Vientiane historical trip (5 nights)
Myanmar: Yangon city and Inle Lake scenery tour (4 nights)
Myanmar: Pindaya cave & Bagan hot air balloon (3 nights)
Myanmar: Mandalay pagodas visit (2 nights)
Highlights of This Trip
Discover the best parts of the journey - the highlights that will make your trip truly memorable.
Wake up early for a magical moment at Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, Cambodia.
As the sun rises, this ancient temple complex comes to life in a burst of colors and reflections. It's a breathtaking sight and a must-see for anyone exploring the wonders of Angkor.
Experience the magic of Cambodia's Tonle Sap Lake. Explore floating villages, witness local life on the water, and cap off your day with a stunning sunset over the tranquil lake. It's a picturesque and peaceful journey into the heart of Cambodian culture and nature.
Step into the heart of Cambodia by visiting a warm local family.
Experience their daily life, traditions, and enjoy a delightful lunch featuring authentic Cambodian flavors. It's a genuine opportunity to connect with the culture and taste the local cuisine while making new friends.
Get ready to uncover the mysteries of the Angkor Complex! On this trip, you'll explore ancient temples, hidden secrets, and the fascinating history of Cambodia's past. Enjoy this discovery trip and unlock the secrets of this incredible place.
Experience ultimate relaxation with the Cambodia Mudita Signature Treatment. This special spa session uses an herbal compress to ease tension and improve energy flow. After exploring the temples of Angkor Wat, rejuvenate your body and mind with this soothing and revitalizing massage.
This old city has so many incredible temples which record the past of Myanmar. It's a great place to visit and explore how people lived centuries ago. When you visit Bagan, it's like going back in time. People work in the fields, and carts pulled by oxen carry things on the dusty paths.
As you soar high above the ancient city of Bagan, you'll be treated to breathtaking views of thousands of pagodas, capturing the beauty and history of this remarkable place. Get ready for a thrilling journey that will leave you with memories to cherish!
This train takes you on a unique ride around Yangon, where you can see the city and its people up close. As you journey through its neighborhoods and landscapes, you'll gain a deeper understanding of Yangon, creating lasting memories along the way.
Explore the allure of Royal Capital Mandalay City, where history unfolds in every corner. Delight in cultural wonders, from ancient traditions to modern marvels. Join us on a journey through this city of timeless beauty, where the past and present seamlessly converge.
Step into the mystical realm of Mount Popa, the abode of the 37 Nat Spirits. Immerse yourself in the spiritual aura and panoramic vistas that define this sacred site. Join us on a voyage to discover the rich tapestry of tradition and the serene charm that graces Mount Popa's summit.
Explore beautiful Inle Lake! It's a stunning place with clear water and floating gardens. You'll see fishermen rowing with their legs and colorful markets on the water. Enjoy amazing views and unique traditions in this special part of Myanmar.
Discover Pindaya Cave, home to lots of Buddha statues! It's a cool cave with thousands of statues made from gold, wood, and stone. People have put these statues here for centuries. You'll be amazed by the glittering treasures hidden inside this special cave in Myanmar.
Experience Myanmar, a country full of Buddhism! You'll see lots of beautiful temples and monks wearing orange robes. People here pray and do rituals every day. Get ready to explore ancient pagodas, hear bells ringing, and discover the peaceful ways of life in this Buddhist land.
Take a weaving adventure in a charming weaving villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek. Discover the art of weaving as locals guide you through vibrant traditions, creating a hands-on experience that connects you to the heart of their culture.
Dive into nature's oasis at Kuang Si Waterfall. Cool off with a refreshing swim in the crystal-clear pools, surrounded by lush greenery. Experience pure bliss as you unwind in this natural paradise.
Enjoy the serenity with a Laos-style spa treatment. Let ancient traditions rejuvenate your senses as skilled therapists pamper you with soothing techniques, bringing relaxation and harmony to your body and mind.
Discover Vientiane, a peaceful city known for its tranquility. Explore serene streets, visit ancient temples, and embrace the relaxed atmosphere. Experience a calm and inviting environment while soaking in the city's unique charm.
Tour Map & Day by Day Itinerary
Siem Reap Arrival (D)
See moreWelcome to Siem Reap!
Upon arrival, our tour guide and driver will welcome you at the airport. You will be escorted to the hotel and check-in. The rest of the day is at your leisure for recovery.
In the evening about 6:10 pm, your tour guide will pick you up to enjoy the welcome dinner with a sumptuous buffet dinner while enjoying the Khmer traditional dance performance.
After that, you will be escorted to the hotel and have a good rest.
Siem Reap - Angkor Temple Discovery (B, L)
See moreToday, you will get up a little bit early, at about 5:00 am for the sunrise of Angkor Wat, experiencing the breathtaking moment.
After enjoying the sunrise, you will be escorted to the hotel for breakfast and have a little rest. Your guide will pick you up at about 10:00 am to start your Angkor Temple discovery. In the morning, you will visit:
1. Ta Prohm: one of the largest temples built during the Khmer empire, a Buddhist temple dedicated to the mother of Jayavarman VII.
2. Banteay Kdei: considered to be one of the main groups of temples in the Angkor complex with peaceful and quiet surroundings.
After the lunch at a local Cambodian restaurant, you will continue to visit:
1. Angkor Wat: the 7th wonder of the world, is a miniature replica of the universe in stone, its beauty and state of preservation is unrivaled.
After the tour, we prepare a Mudita Signature Treatment for you after touring the temples of Angkor Wat, rejuvenate with a spa session in Siem Reap. Using an herbal compress, your masseuse provides a massage treatment that is said to reduce tension and improve energy flow throughout the body.
After that, you will be escorted to your hotel, enjoy your free time, and have a good rest.
Siem Reap City - Local Village Exploration (B, L)
See moreToday, after breakfast, your guide will pick you up at about 9:00 am, heading to the spot for the countryside jeep tour.
Hop aboard an open-air Jeep and explore the countryside around Siem Reap. Drive along dirt trails and country lanes, stop in remote rural villages, and admire views over the rice paddies. Along the way, learn about Cambodian life as you meet the locals, sample bamboo rice cakes, and watch demonstrations of traditional handicrafts such as basket weaving.
The jeep tour is about 1.5 hours, then you will pay a visit to a Cambodian local family and see what their daily life is like. Then enjoy a local lunch with them.
Take a half-day excursion to the biggest Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake - Tonle Sap Lake. Firstly, tour Kompong Phluk, the largest village on the lake, to discover the fascinating daily lifestyle of the local people who live on the water.
Then, take a boat trip to enjoy the beautiful lake views and mangrove forests.
One of the highlights is to enjoy the beautiful sunset of Tonle Sap Lake, with a beer and a tranquil and serene atmosphere.
Then, back to the Siem Reap downtown, and you will be escorted to the night market and Pub Street, where you will have a nice evening to spend.
After the tour, head back to your hotel for a good rest.
Siem Reap to Luang Prabang (B)
See moreAfter breakfast, you’ll be escorted to the airport and take a flight to Luang Prabang for about 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Welcome to Laos, the mysterious Buddhist country with a unique culture and natural beauty.
Upon your arrival in Luang Prabang, your private local tour guide will welcome you in the airport then escort you to your hotel in Luang Prabang city.
The rest of the day will be at your leisure to relax and explore the city. You can enjoy some drinks in one of the cafés or strolling along the beautiful riverside.
Feel free to ask our tour guide for suggestions if you'd like to explore the city instead of taking a rest.
Luang Prabang City Tour with Local Lifestyle Exploration (B, L)
See moreAfter breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at 8:00 am – 8:30 am to start the day of the Luang Prabang city tour. In the morning, you will visit:
1. Royal Palace Museum: once served as the residence of King Sisavang Vong and was designed in the French Beaux-Arts style with many interesting artifacts of traditional Lao culture.
2. Wat Sene: the oldest temple of Luang Prabang.
3. Wat Xiengthong: its roofs sweep low to the ground and represent classical Laotian architecture.
4. Wat Visoun: the oldest Buddhist temple and the city’s museum of religious arts.
5. Wat Aham: the monastery of the blossoming heart.
After eating a delicious Laotian lunch, you are going on a tour in the afternoon.
1. Arts and Ethnology Center: learning about Laos’ many ethnic cultures.
2. Weaving Villages of Ban Xiengkhong and Ban Xienglek: known for their arts and crafts including saa paper and silk.
3. Weaving Class: start with a simple explanation of silk, dyeing, and weaving. Tourists will get their own loom and guidance from a weaver to learn how to weave.
After the class, you will return to the city for a visit to Wat Mai, which is one of Luang Prabang’s largest and most richly decorated temples.
You will finish the afternoon trip by enjoying a refreshing drink at one of Café. Then, you will be escorted to the local night market to discover the local life of Luang Prabang.
After the tour, back to the hotel for a good rest.
Boat Trip to Pak Ou Caves & Kuang Si Waterfall (B, L)
See moreAfter breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am – 8:30 am. The day begins with a boat ride up the Mekong River, which gives you a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside. Along the way, you'll stop and visit:
1. Ban Xanghai village: the place where Laos rice wine and rice whiskey are produced. You'll have the opportunity to try some and learn about the process used to make it.
2. Pak Ou Caves: two linked caves filled with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.
Lunch will be served near the caves. You'll try a local Laotian dish called "Orlam" which is a soup with vegetables and features a spicy wood that is partially edible. After a short rest, you’ll continue on your half-day tour to the beautiful Kuang Si Waterfall.
1. Bear Rescue Sanctuary: three bear houses were built with a capacity for 25 rescued bears.
2. Khouang Si Waterfall: the most beautiful in Laos. You can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails.
After the tour, your tour guide will escort you to enjoy a Laotian style spa and get relaxed. Then, you will get back to the hotel for a good rest.
Luang Prabang to Pakse, drive to Bolaven Plateau (B)
See moreEnjoy your breakfast until your tour guide escorts you to take the flight from Luang Prabang to Pakse, which takes 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Welcome to Pakse, the second most popular city in Laos. Upon arrival at Pakse, you’ll be driven to Tad Fan Waterfall, the largest and most amazing waterfall in Laos.
In the afternoon, you’ll keep going on the tour to visit the Alak, Nge, and Katu villages on the Bolaven Plateau. It’s a great experience to enjoy the breathtaking natural beauty and observe the cultivation of coffee, tea, cardamom, bananas, etc.
After trekking, your tour guide and driver will escort you to the hotel in Bolavan Plateau for the rest.
Drive to Si Phan Don (B, L)
See moreAfter breakfast, you’ll tour guide will drive you to Si Phan Don, the incredible “4,000 Islands” in Pakse”. It takes about 2 hours for a direct driving.
Along the trip, you'll visit the Vat Phou Ruins, an ancient temple complex from the 10th century. There's a museum to explore, a big temple to see, and time for a walk around.
After having lunch with Laotian, Vietnamese, and Thai dishes, you’ll take a rest. Then you’ll tour to village of Tomo. It's a small village near the secretive forest temple of Oum Muong, built in the 9th century and dedicated to Rudani, just a short walk away.
Late afternoon you’ll disembark from the boat to walk through Ban Deua Tia, a small Laotian Village where the traditional way of life has not changed in centuries.
After the tour, you’ll be escorted to Don Khong, the largest and Northern-most of Si Phan Don. Arrive in hotel, the evening is yours to relax and enjoy.
Relax and Explore Li Phi Waterfall and the French Railroad and Bridge (B, L)
See moreAfter breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am – 8:30 am. Then you’ll go to the small village of Ban Veuthong, where you board a small boat to meander among the 4,000 Islands to Khong Island. Today, you’ll visit:
1. Old French Railway Bridge: the 100-year-old bridge that links Khone and Det Islands.
2. Xieng Di Village: a small fishing village where you have lunch on the banks of the Mekong.
3. Pha Pheng Waterfall: "The Niagara of the East", close to the Cambodian border, has historical significance.
Then tour to Li Phi Waterfall. Also known as “Somphamit Waterfall”, it is one of the must-visit destination for today’s journey. You can watch the waterfall as the Mekong River flows over rocks, creating a beautiful sight of water, mist, and greenery. Enjoy the peaceful and scenic escape.
After the full-day natural immersion, your tour guide and driver will escort you to the hotel in Si Phan Don for the rest.
Drive Back to Pakse; Flight to Vientiane (B)
See moreToday, after breakfast, your tour guide will meet you and drive you back to Pakse. And you’ll be directly escort to Pakse International Airport. You’ll take the flight from Pakse to Vientiane, about 1 hour.
Welcome to Vientiane, the largest city and the capital of Laos. You’ll be escorted to the hotel in Vientiane for check-in. The rest of time is for you to explore this calm city.
Vientiane Highlights Tour (B, L)
See moreAfter breakfast, your tour guide will meet you at the hotel around 8:00 am – 8:30 am. The day will go through the highlights of Vientiane. You'll stop and visit:
1. Buddha Park: also known as Xieng Khuan, is filled with over 200 Buddhist and Hindu statues.
2. Patuxay Monument: a monument about the war in Vientiane that honors the people who fought for freedom from France.
3. Pha That Luang Stupa: a huge Buddhist stupa covered in gold and constructed in the 3rd century.
Enjoying a local Laotian lunch, you’ll continue your Vientiane day tour in the afternoon:
1. Wat Si Saket: the oldest surviving temple with thousands of Buddhist images.
2. National Museum: get to know some history of Laos.
After the tour, your tour guide will escort you to the hotel for a good rest.
Vientiane to Yangon (B)
See moreAfter breakfast, enjoy your free time in the morning. Around the afternoon, you will be escorted to the airport and take a flight to Yangon about 4 hours and 35 minutes, including a layover at Bangkok.
The rest of the day is at leisure. In the evening, you can wander around the city and the night market to discover the local life of Yangon.
Yangon City Exploration (B, L)
See moreAfter morning breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up at 8:30 am to Yangon Railway Station. Taking the local circular Train journey to the outskirts of town (20-30 minutes ride).
1. Circular train journey: observing the lively and colorful life of the rural Burmese people.
2. Kyi Myin Daing Market: a variety of street vendors sell colorful wares, where you can explore the market and meet friendly locals.
Go back to the downtown area of Yangon to enjoy Myanmar cuisine, you’ll continue your tour in the afternoon. You’ll explore:
1. Old City Hall: A well-balanced blend of Western and Burmese architectural styles, listed on the Yangon City Heritage List.
2. Botahtaung Pagoda: features golden decorations inside and houses a sacred hair of Gautama Buddha.
3. Bogyoke Market: sells many Burmese traditional handicrafts including stone, wood, bronze carvings, and much more.
4. Kandawgyi Park: famous Karaweik, a concrete replica of a Burmese royal barge built in 1972, near Chaukhtetgyi Reclining Buddha Image.
5. Shwedagon Pagoda: an important Buddist icon, which has been described as one of the wonders of the world, plays a very important role in old Burmese history.
Enjoy the sunset over the Shwedagon pagoda, and then you’ll get back to the hotel for a good rest.
Yangon – Inle Lake (B)
See moreAfter enjoying breakfast at the hotel, your tour guide will escort you to Yangon airport and take a flight to Heho Airport, which will take 1 hour. Your tour guide and driver will meet you at the airport and head to the hotel in Inle Lake. Inle Lake is the second-largest lake in Myanmar.
The rest of the time is on your arrangement. You could visit Phaungdawoo Pagoda and Paya, Inthein Village, and Yan Aung Nan Aung Hsu Taung Pye Paya.
Inle Lake Tour (B, L)
See moreIn the morning, after breakfast, you’ll start the Inle Lake full-day tour. Firstly, go to visit the lake’s morning market. This market is visited by lake inhabitants and surrounding hill tribes to sell and trade wares.
Then you’ll continue down a small canal leading to Indein in the middle of the lake, populated by ethnic Padaung (“long neck women”).
Walking through a covered alley lined on both sides with a thousand pagodas and a long-covered staircase, you’ll have a chance to discover the magnificent complex of Alaung Sithu in beautiful scenery of ancient stupas, which are buried in vegetation with a panoramic view of the Inle Lake.
After enjoying a local Burma lunch, you’ll continue to visit Khaung Daing Village in the afternoon. Khaung Daing Villiage is a native village near the northwestern of Inle Lake. There are some Shan-style temples to visit.
When the tour ends, you’ll be escorted to the hotel in Inle Lake. The rest of the day is at leisure.
Inle Lake – Pindaya (B, L)
See moreAfter breakfast, your private tour guide and driver will meet you at the lobby of the hotel and escort you to Pindaya, around 1.5 hours.
Pindaya is well-known for its big cave with lots of statues of Buddha, which is on a limestone hill. There are three caves on the hill, but only one is for visitors.
1. Pindaya Cave: 150 meters long and filled with thousands of Buddha images, in all different shapes, and sizes, and made from different materials.
2. Boutaloke Lake: a picturesque spot to relax.
3. Local Handicraft Workshop: making traditional Shan paper and umbrellas.
After the tour, you’ll be escorted to the hotel for the rest.
Inle Lake - Bagan (B, L)
See moreIn the morning, after breakfast, your tour guide will escort you to Bagan, enjoying the scenery on the way. The whole drive takes around 7 hours.
In the late afternoon, you’ll arrive at Bagan and then enjoy a fun horse cart ride to a little village called Taung Phi for a view of a teak monastery. Keep riding in the horse cart around temples and winding roads, while the sun moves toward the horizon, making interesting shadows from the temples on the ground. You’ll visit Shesandaw Pagoda and watch one of the best sunsets in Southeast Asia.
Hot Balloon Ride & Mount Popa (B)
See moreToday, you need to get up early at 5:00 am to experience a beautiful hot air balloon flight over Bagan’s temples.
Drifting over a panorama of a thousand ancient pagodas, silent in the shadow of low-slung mountains and against the banks of the mighty Irrawaddy River, you will have a wonderful overhead perspective of Bagan. It's a fantastic and interactive experience.
The entire experience will last about 2.5 hours. On landing, our fully trained Myanmar ground crew will pack the balloon whilst passengers enjoy a glass or two of celebratory champagne. You’ll receive a flight certificate signed by the pilot.
After enjoying a delicious breakfast, you have free time on your own until your tour guide picks you up at 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm to Mount Popa.
1. Mount Popa: a dormant volcano in central Myanmar and the highest point of the Pegu Range.
2. Popa Taungkalat Monastery: a special monastery high up on a big rocky hill, offering beautiful views of the fields nearby and Mount Popa.
3. Nat Shrine: mannequin-like figures representing the 37 Nats, dedicated to animist spirits.
Note: you need to climb 777 steps to get to Popa Taungkalat Monastery, if you don’t want to do that, you can choose to visit the sandalwood forest and medical herb garden with plenty of flora and fauna.
After touring Mount Popa, a stop will be made at a palm tree plantation on the way back to the hotel in Bagan. Villagers earn money from these palm trees. It's a nice break where you can watch them work with palm trees.
Bagan - Mandalay (B, L)
See moreIn the morning, after breakfast, your tour guide will escort you to start a half-day Bagan tour. You’ll visit:
1. Thousands of Buddhist pagodas: over 4000 Buddhist temples and Pagodas sprinkled all across the town.
2. Nyaung Oo Market: locals buy and sell products.
3. Shwezigon Pagoda: the largest pagoda in Bagan painted with real gold.
After enjoying lunch, you’ll be transferred by private van to Mandalay. The total distance is 112 miles and will take about 4 hours. Upon arrival, you will be escorted to your hotel for check-in.
Welcome to Mandalay! Upon your arrival in Mandalay, your local guide will meet you at the airport and escort you to the hotel for the rest.
Mandalay City Exploration (B, L)
See moreAfter enjoying your breakfast, your tour guide will pick you up from your hotel in Mandalay at 7:30 am - 8:00am. You’ll be driven to Mingun, located 11 km up the Ayeyarwady River on the west bank from Mandalay. From here, you will explore the historic sites around Mandalay. In Mingun, you’ll visit:
1. Mingun Bell: the world's largest uncracked bell.
2. Pathodawgyi Pagoda: the world's largest pile of bricks.
3. Myatheindan Pagoda: It's white and looks like the mythical Buddhist Mountain called Mount Meru.
You’ll then continue to Sagaing, the ancient capital of the Shan and Myanmar Kingdoms. Uncountable white-and-gold stupas are highlights of Sagaing. Sagaing Hill is widely regarded as the religious center of Myanmar. You’ll visit Soon Oo Pon Nya Shin Pagoda on the tranquil Sagaing Hill.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in Sagaing. Crossing a bridge over the Irrawaddy River, you’ll take a horse cart to explore the ruins of the old royal capital.
1. 27m tall leaning tower.
2. Maha Aungmye Bonzan Monastery: built of brick in traditional style with elaborated stucco ornamentations that look like carvings.
3. Bargaya Monastery: a splendid teak wood monastery with wood carving.
Your last destination today is the Amarapura, the royal capital of Myanmar twice. In Amarapura, you’ll visit:
1. Mahargandaryon Monastery: The largest teaching monastery in Myanmar.
2. U Bein Bridge: exploring the local way of life and enjoying the sunset.
3. Weaving Workshop: Weaving is the main business of Amarapura people.
After the tour, you will be escorted to the hotel, enjoy your free time, and have a good rest.
Mandalay Departure (B)
See moreIn the morning, after breakfast, your tour guide will escort you to the airport.
Tour service ends here.
Hope you enjoyed a great trip with us and we look forward to seeing you next time.
Note: If you’re planning to continue exploring the Indochina region, like Thailand and Vietnam, please never hesitate to tell us, we’re tour experts for all of these destinations.
Service Inclusions & Exclusions
✓Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
✓Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
✓Private English speaking tour guide service.
✓Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
✓Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner).
-International air tickets.
-Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
-Meals are not listed in itinerary.
-Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
-Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
-Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
-Services not stated in the itinerary.
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3 Weeks Expedition of Cambodia Myanmar and Laos with Mekong River Discovery
- Tour Code:INT-CML-CML21
- Length: 21 days & 20 nights Days
- Route: Siem Reap – Luang Prabang – Pakse – Vientiane – Yangon – Inle Lake – Pindaya – Bagan - Mandalay
- Price: USD
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