7 DAYS LUANG PRABANG & SIEM REAP · to the lightly visited temples of Ta Nei. Take a much needed...

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Unit 1905, LL Land Plaza 580 West Nanjing Road, Shanghai 200041, China Tel: (86 21) 3222 0616 Fax: (86 21) 6247 4166 Website: www.countryholidays.com.cn 7 DAYS LUANG PRABANG & SIEM REAP Specially Prepared for SEA Group Departure (30 Sep - 06 Oct, 2018) Tour Price: Twin Sharing From: RMB 13,690/ person Single Supplement: RMB 4,520/ person Travel Date: 30 Sep-06 Oct, 2018 Registration Closing Date: when availability is sold out Deposit Amount: RMB 6,000/- per person Early Bird Promotion: RMB 300/ person discount if book with deposit by 30Jun, 2018 Highlights: - Catch a glimpse into the age-old traditions and authentic ways of life of the people of Luang Prabang - Explore the Angkor temples WITHOUT CROWD- - Afternoon drink on a boat ride in Angkor’s moat - Small group size of maximum 16 persons

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Unit 1905, LL Land Plaza

580 West Nanjing Road, Shanghai 200041, China

Tel: (86 21) 3222 0616 Fax: (86 21) 6247 4166

Website: www.countryholidays.com.cn

7 DAYS LUANG PRABANG & SIEM REAP

Specially Prepared for SEA

Group Departure (30 Sep - 06 Oct, 2018)

Tour Price:

Twin Sharing From: RMB 13,690/ person

Single Supplement: RMB 4,520/ person

Travel Date:

30 Sep-06 Oct, 2018

Registration Closing Date:

when availability is sold out

Deposit Amount:

RMB 6,000/- per person

Early Bird Promotion: RMB 300/ person discount if book with

deposit by 30Jun, 2018

Highlights:

- Catch a glimpse into the age-old

traditions and authentic ways of life of

the people of Luang Prabang

- Explore the Angkor temples WITHOUT

CROWD!

-

- Afternoon drink on a boat ride in

Angkor’s moat

- Small group size of maximum 16 persons

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ITINERARY SUMMARY

Catch a glimpse into the age-old traditions and authentic ways of life of the people of Luang

Prabang. Observe sloping roofs characteristic to this place and offer morning alms to monks like a

local – we bring you straight into the heart of Luang Prabang.

Visit the Angkor temples WITHOUT THE CROWD! Our sights are thoroughly researched for crowd

avoidance, photography and interest. Stand alone in the morning mist among the soaring trees and

serpentine roots of Ta Prohm; catch the hues of sunset on a moat sipping your gin & tonic!

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DETAILED ITINERARY

DAY 01

30 SEP (SUN)

SHANGHAI/KUNMING/LUANG PRABANG

Fly Shanghai Hongqiao / Kunming MU 5814 0740 / 1055 (3h 15m)

Kunming / Luang Prabang MU 2561 1335 / 1435 (2h)

Sitting at the confluence of Mekong and the Khan rivers, Luang Prabang is

the most beautiful city in the country. According to UNESCO, the city has

the best preserved fusion of traditional and colonial architecture in Asia.

After check in procedures complete, we ascend Mt Phousy for a

panoramic view of the city and the surrounding landscape. You may also

wish to stop by and visit the excellent Arts and Ethnology Centre for an

insight into the ethnic mix and culture of Laos.

Overnight: Luang Prabang

Meals: Dinner included

DAY 02

01 OCT (MON)

LUANG PRABANG

We have another day to visit Luang Prabang. Begin with a visit to Wat

Visoun, known as the “water melon stupa” due to its shape followed by the

Royal Palace Museum (closed on Tuesday) before we drive through scenic

Laotian countryside dotted with rice paddies and ethnic minority villages to

Kuangsi Waterfall.

On arrival at Kuangsi Waterfall, view the multi-tiered waterfalls that tumble

into the turquoise pool and go for a swim if you like before journeying back

to Luang Prabang.

Overnight: Luang Prabang

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

DAY 03

02 OCT (TUE)

LUANG PRABANG

After breakfast, we begin our walking tour, taking in the city’s beautiful

architecture and hidden secrets, walking down the quiet back lanes

leading to Wat Xieng Thong, the city’s most magnificent temple by the

Mekong.

From here, we catch a traditional long-tailed boat up the Mekong River to

explore the famous Pak Ou Cave, staffed with Buddha images of all styles

and sizes left behind by pilgrims. Return to Luang Prabang by car via Ban

Nongxai, an artisan village and also to visit a silversmith workshop.

Do not miss out the night market tonight!

Overnight: Luang Prabang

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

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DAY 04

03 OCT (WED)

LUANG PRABANG / SIEM REAP

At dawn, you may want to join in the local ritual of offering alms to the

monks on their morning walk. Drop by the local morning market before

returning to the hotel for breakfast.

Transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap.

Fly Luang Prabang / Siem Reap VN 931 1440 / 1605 (1h 25m)

Upon arrival, be met and transfer to your hotel in Siem Reap.

Tonight, enjoy the traditional Apsara Dance Performance & Dinner at Raffles

Hotel. Dancers and musicians bring to life the ancient Khmer art form of the

Apsara dance tonight in a colourful cultural performance, coupled with

traditional Khmer cuisine for a relaxing evening‟s entertainment. Enjoyed by

all in the Angkor era, these intricate classical and traditional theatrical

dance-dramas were almost wiped out during the Khmer Rouge. Tonight,

through this beautiful display of highly stylized art form and sparkling

costumes, you will gain insight into the current Cambodian cultural

renaissance.

Overnight: Siem Reap

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

DAY 05

04 OCT (THU)

SIEM REAP

Travel by road to Srah Srang and then to Ta Prohm, the temple made

famous by Angelina Jolie of Tomb Raider before walking through the forest

to the lightly visited temples of Ta Nei. Take a much needed break with a

beautiful temple breakfast before ending the morning at Ta Keo temple,

known as the “mountain with bronze peaks”.

In the afternoon, continue by road to the Victory Gate of Angkor Thom and

walk the uncommon trail to the Death Gate and explore other interesting

temples like Terrace of the Leper King, Preah Palilay and the imposing

Baphuon to finally reach Jayavarman’s state temple of Bayon.

Have your first taste of the Angkorian temples and explore the sprawling

labyrinth of Banteay Kdei with its Hall of Dancing Girls. Drive through the

forest and enjoy a boat ride in a traditional gondola at a peaceful area in

the Angkor’s moat, the perfect stage to enjoy a late afternoon drink and

catch sunset over the water.

Overnight: Siem Reap

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

DAY 06

05 OCT (FRI)

SIEM REAP

A sunrise tour starts at pre-dawn to witness the breath-taking view of Angkor

Wat temple, one of travel remaining great adventures before returning to

your hotel for a late breakfast.

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Moving away from the temples, we travel out of the city to the floating

villages of Kompong Khleang (depend on water levels) and have the

opportunity to observe and interact with the locals. Enjoy a picnic-lunch on

the lake, while absorbing the atmosphere of the locality. Before returning to

the city, have a water blessing ceremony, believed to bring you good

fortune for the journey ahead.

Overnight: Siem Reap

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

DAY 07

06 OCT (SAT)

SIEM REAP / SHANGHAI

Explore the old Central Markets for souvenir shopping. Roam narrow lanes

lined with stalls selling a bewildering array of wonderfully exotic edibles, from

waterfowl to snakes, spiders and dried bugs. Then visit Theam’s house, a

quirky mix of art studio, atelier and gallery overflowing with artisanal

products, lacquered panels and works-in-progress by the artist Theam and

his artisan apprentices, who is helping to revive the Cambodian craft

sector.

This afternoon, venture out past Angkor Wat and the temple area and

explore the real countryside by vespa. A fun way to take in the sights sounds

and smells of the countryside, and ride through the villages, rice paddies,

wetland area.

After refresh, transfer to the airport for your flight back to Shanghai in the

evening.

Fly Siem Reap / Shanghai Pudong MU 514 2310 / 0430 +1 (4h 20m)

Overnight: NIL

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner included

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QUOTATION

PRICES PER PERSON:

- This trip requires minimum 6 passengers to run

Hotel Selected Adult on twin sharing

Per Person Price

Single Supplement

Per Person Price

For group of 6-9 people

- Luang Prabang: Victoria Xieng Thong

Palace Hotel

- Siem Reap: Park Hyatt

RMB 14,380 RMB 4,520/-

For group of 10-16 people

- Luang Prabang: Victoria Xieng Thong

Palace Hotel

- Siem Reap: Park Hyatt

RMB 13,690 RMB 4,520/-

Air fare (Shanghai to Kunming to Luang

Prabang // Siem Reap to Shanghai) Per Person Price

Economy class (E Class) RMB 3,620 + TAX (RMB 1,290)

Economy class (M Class) RMB 4,320 + TAX (RMB 1,290)

Economy class (B Class) RMB 4,820 + TAX (RMB 1,290)

Economy class (Y Class) RMB 5,920 + TAX (RMB 1,290)

Economy class (C Class) RMB 6,540 + TAX (RMB 1,290)

Business class (J Class) RMB 11,460 + TAX (RMB 1,290)

Notes:

*Flight schedule is subject to change when making actual booking

*Reservation closing date: when availability is sold out.

*Early Bird discount of RMB 300/- per adult if book with deposit by 30 Jun, 2018

*Deposit: RMB 6,000/- per person

COST INCLUDES:

- Airfare: Luang Prabang / Siem Reap on economy class including airport taxes and fuel

surcharges

- Accommodation as stated on twin or double sharing basis. - Day use room on 06 Oct

- Tours and transfers with a private English speaking guide in private air-con vehicle

- All entrance fees as stated.

- Meals as stated.

COST EXCLUDES:

- Airfare: Shanghai / Kunming / Luang Prabang // Siem Reap / Shanghai on economy class

including airport taxes and fuel surcharges. (Separated quote)

- Visa (if required).

- Beverages in the restaurants where meals are included. - Travel insurance

- Gratuities to guide and driver.

- Personal and other expenses such as bar bills and laundry not stated in the itinerary.

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HOTEL DESCRIPTIONS

In Luang Prabang

Victoria Xieng Thong Palace Hotel

A charming boutique hotel located right in the center of Luang Prabang,

next to the royal temple Wat Xiengthong.

https://www.victoriahotels.asia/en/hotels-resorts/xiengthong.html

In Siem Reap

Park Hyatt Siem Reap

A deluxe hotel featuring 108 stylish guestrooms and suites designed by

award-winning designer Bill Bensley and centrally located in the city.

https://www.hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/cambodia/park-hyatt-siem-

reap/repph?null

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