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Laos : Northern Laos & the Golden Triangle
A superb introduction to the spectacular scenery and traditional culture of this truly fascinating, yet little known country.
From Thailand’s infamous Golden Triangle region, we'll travel by road and by boat through the unspoilt mountains and jungles of remote northern Laos to the ancient capital, now World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang. Explore the beautiful temples and colonial architecture of what is acknowledged to be the best preserved city in SE Asia before completing the tour in the present day capital of Vientiane.
Before you ask.... we do not currently include The Plain of Jars on our Lao itineraries since, fascinating as it is, we don't believe that an hour or two's visit justifies the 2 day's arduous travel to get there and back and as of time of writing we are prohibited from using the nearby Phonsavan airport due to safety reasons.
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Highlights |
Chiang Mai |
Chiang Rai |
Golden Triangle tour |
Luang Nam Tha |
Hill-tribe villages |
Nong Khiaw |
boat trip on Ou River |
World Heritage Site, Luang Prabang |
Vientiane |
Thai and Lao food |
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Trip at a glance |
Tour length:
13D/12N ex London or 12D/11N Chiang Mai to Bangkok
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Accommodation:
Hotel, guesthouse, eco lodge. |
Availability period:
All year round, monthly departures |
Transport:
Minibus, boat, flight. |
Group Size:
4 to 10 people |
Meals:
full board except lunch on days 3, 8 & 10 & dinner on day 10 |
Difficulty:
Easy - max trekking 3-4 hours on day 7. |
Price: From GBP 1,415 |
Departure Details: |
Date |
Cost ( ex London ) |
Cost (
land only ) |
4th September, 2010 |
GBP 2,230 - Book Now! |
GBP 1,415 - Book Now! |
1st October, 2010 |
GBP 2,230 - Book Now! |
GBP 1,415 - Book Now! |
30th October, 2010 |
GBP 2,230 - Book Now! |
GBP 1,415 - Book Now! |
23rd November, 2010 |
GBP 2,230 - Book Now! |
GBP 1,415 - Book Now! |
24th December, 2010 |
GBP 3,270 - Book Now! |
GBP 1,455 - Book Now! |
3rd February, 2011 |
GBP 2,230 - Book Now! |
GBP 1,415 - Book Now! |
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Notes:
This tour is offered with or without return flights to London - persons not wishing to take up the flights option should join the tour in Chiang Mai on day 2 and depart in Bangkok on day 13. (Note your flight Vientiane to Bangkok is included).
Tourism in Laos is relatively undeveloped and services, transport etc may not always be of 'international' standards. To us that is part of the charm and the emphasis, as usual, will be on small, family-run accommodation, traditional food and local transport to give you a real feeling for, and genuine insight into, these fascinating cultures and stunning landscapes.
Suggestions:
make the most of your time in SE Asia with a few days relaxing in Chiang Mai before the tour and/or a couple of days in Bangkok prior to your departure?
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