21-Day Thailand ,Laos and Myanmar Tour with Golden triangle Cruise

21-Day Thailand ,Laos and Myanmar Tour with Golden triangle Cruise

Destinations: Bangkok-Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai-Golden Triangle-Xuay Xai-Huay Xai-Pak Tha-Pakbeng-Pakou-Luang Prabang-Paklay-Ban Donchai-Vientiane-Yangon-Ngwe Saung Beach-

Featured Highlights:

Welcome to Thailand – The Land of Smiles! Upon your arrival in Bangkok, your friendly local tour guide will be waiting to meet you and take you to your hotel to check-in.

 

Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok

Day 2: Bangkok Highlights

Day 3: Bangkok- Flight to Chiang Mai

Day 4: Chiang Mai's Elephant Camp

Day 5: Chiang Mai- Chiang Rai

Day 6: Chiang Saen Disembarkation

Day 7: Golden Triangle-Huay Xai

Day 8: Huay Xai- Pak Tha

Day 9: Pakbeng- Pakou- Luang Prabang

Day 10: Luang Prabang Highlights

Day 11: Luang Prabang- Kuang Si

Day 12: Ban Thedeua-Paklay -Ban Donchai

Day 13: Mekong Sightseeing

Day 14: Vientiane

Day 15: Vientiane

Day 16: Vientiane- Yangon

Day 17: Yangon Highlights

Day 18: Yangon- Drive to Ngwe Saung

Day 19: Ngwe Saung Beach Day

Day 20: Ngwe Saung Beach Day

Day 21: Ngwe Sauang- Yangon Departure 

1
Arrival in Bangkok
   

Welcome to Thailand – The Land of Smiles! Upon your arrival in Bangkok, your friendly local tour guide will be waiting to meet you and take you to your hotel to check-in. The rest of the day is yours to relax, rest and if jet-lag permits, do a little exploring!

2
Bangkok Highlights
   

After breakfast at your hotel, you begin your fantastic journey of discovery; the first stop, is the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. You will board a private motorboat and travel down the canals to marketplace; colourful, overflowing, exotic boat-stalls surround you. This is the perfect place to pick up some souvenirs and take lots of photographs.

After the market, you'll be driven back downtown for lunch. In the afternoon, you'll visit some of Bangkok's most exquisite Buddhist temples. You can marvel at the attention to detail and the spectacular architecture at the magnificent Grand Palace. Then its on to Wat Traimit – The Temple of the Golden Buddha, which houses the world's largest solid gold statue; the incredible 3 metre high buddha statue is quite a sight to behold. Next it's onto Wat Arun - the Temple of Dawn, which sits on the banks of the Chao Praya River and is considered by many the most beautiful temple in Thailand. Today's tour ends with Wat Po - Temple Of Reclining Buddha, which houses a 46-metre gold leaf gilded Buddha statue.

3
Bangkok- Flight to Chiang Mai
   

In the morning, you will be taken to the airport for the flight up north to Chiang Mai, When you arrive, your private guide waiting to welcome you and take you to your hotel to check in. The rest of the day is yours to settle inOvernight in Chiang Mai.

4
Chiang Mai's Elephant Camp
   

After breakfast, you will visit the Maetaman Elephant Camp. You'll get the chance to tick Elephant ride off your bucket list, as you ride across the river and through the forest. Then back to the elephant village for lunch, after which you can get up close and personal with the world's most gentle giants.In the afternoon, enjoy a bamboo rafting along the Mae Taeng River. The rest of the day is yours.Overnight in Chiang Mai.

5
Chiang Mai- Chiang Rai
   

This morning, you will be taken to Chiang Rai, along the way, you will visit a contemporary Buddhist temple, Wat Rong Khun - the White Temple; this extravagant and ornate complex was built in 1997. You'll never have seen anything quite like this.then head into the Tenasserim Hills, you'll go up to highest peak on the Thai-Myanmar border to explore the local hill villages and enjoy the beautiful view of the terraced farms below you.

6
Chiang Saen Disembarkation
   

in the morning, you will take to Chiang Saen! Settle into your cabin as we begin our 10 day Mekong River cruise. You will begin with a sightseeing tour of the Golden Triangle, the region between Myanmar (Burma), Laos and Thailand. Here, you will visit the Golden Buddha of Sop Ruak and the Hall of Opium, a fascinating museum that gives a deep background on the history and politics of opium and the opium trade.Enjoy your first evening on board with a lovely welcome dinner.

7
Golden Triangle-Huay Xai
   

You will begin this morning by taking an excursion to Mae Sai. Here, you may visit the local market and enjoy a scenic view across the border of Myanmar. Next, we will head to the Doi Tung Royal Orchid Botanical Gardens, one of Southeast Asia's most beautiful botanical gardens. After a quick stop at Chiang Saen port for border formalities, we will begin to cruise towards Huay Xai, a town on the Thai and Laotian border. Enjoy the stunning scenery in Northern Laos as we sail along the mighty Mekong River.

8
Huay Xai- Pak Tha
   

Enjoy some free time on deck to relax as we cruise through this densely populated region, accessible only by water. We will begin by cruising upstream towards Pak Tha, a small local village where you will take a boat excursion along the Namtha River to visit a Khmu village.The ship will drop its anchor here at a sand bank for the night.

9
Pakbeng- Pakou- Luang Prabang
   

The cruise will continue this morning by sailing towards Pakbeng. Upon your arrival, we will have a short coffee break and time to visit a local market. We will then begin your highlights tour with a visit to the Pak Ou Village, where you will visit the breathtaking Tam Ting Caves of a Thousand Buddhas. Then, after a relaxing stroll through the jungle, we will head to Laotian village to observe how Lao-Lao, the local liqueur, is traditionally distilled.

After returning to the ship, we will continue to sail to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Luang Prabang. Upon your arrival, start your Luang Prabang city tour. You will first visit the famous Wat Xieng Thong temple, then enjoy a panoramic sunset view over the Mekong and the Khan River after a short hike up Mount Phou Si. Appreciate the unique atmosphere created where the French colonial architecture collides with traditional Buddhist temples.Take a stroll along the Mekong river and then head to the vibrant night market of the local Hmong minority group.Return back to the ship and enjoy a welcome dinner on board followed by relaxation time in the evening.

10
Luang Prabang Highlights
   

After enjoying your breakfast on board, you will be given a guided tour of the highlights of this wonderful city. Visit the National Museum, followed by a chance to see the famous temples of Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Khili and Wat Sene. After the tour, you will be given free time to explore the city on your own.In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner and traditional Laotian dance show and Baci ceremony. The rest of the night is free for you to relax.

11
Luang Prabang- Kuang Si
   

Today, you will begin the day by observing the traditional alms giving ceremony in the streets of Luang Prabang. Appreciate the unique atmosphere created where the French colonial architecture collides with traditional Buddhist temples.After returning to your boat, we will continue to cruise downstream. You will then stop to visit the famous Kuang Si waterfall, followed by a small village where you will be able to watch the production of Sa Paper along the Nam Khan River.

12
Ban Thedeua-Paklay -Ban Donchai
   

Today you will cruise across the Mekong at Ban Thadeua before stopping to visit the small riverside community of Paklay, famous for its colonial architecture. After a short hike through the pristine and untouched nature, we will make our way to Ban Donchai village for you to explore a small cave, unseen by most travelers.We will return to the ship in the evening and spend the night close to the Thai-Laotian Border.

13
Mekong Sightseeing
   

Today you will witness some of the most remarkable and impressive landscapes in Laos as we sail up the mighty Mekong River. As you take in the beautiful scenery, we will visit some local villages along the shores. Enjoy natures breathtaking wonders such as hills covered in tropical vegetation and rock formations along the river banks as we continue to sail.At the end of the day, we will return to the ship and the rest of the evening is free for you to relax.

14
Vientiane
   

As we cruise further downstream, we will be making our way towards the Laotian capital city, Vientiane. Upon your arrival, you will visit the national symbol, the famous Luang temple, and the picturesque Arc de Triomphe.Enjy your last evening on board with a lovely farewell dinner.

15
Vientiane
   

After breakfast, you will sadly say goodbye to your wonderful Laotian crew and prepare for your onward journey.

16
Vientiane- Yangon
   

In the morning, you will be taken to the airport for the flight to Yangon. The Land of the Golden Pagodas! Upon your arrival in Yangon, your friendly local tour guide will be waiting to meet you and take you to your hotel to check-in.The rest of the day is yours to relax, rest and if jet-lag permits, do a little exploring!

17
Yangon Highlights
   

your once in a lifetime Myanmar tour starts by visiting two of the temples that give the country it's namesake; the famous Shwedagon Pagoda - the largest and most sacred Buddhist temple in Myanmar. Soak up the atmosphere here, before the next stop, the unique Sule Pagoda. You'll have the chance to sample some local food, after a stroll through the picturesque Maha Bandoola Park.In the afternoon, you'll get to experience the colourful, bustling Bogyoke Market and Yangon's thriving Chinatown.

18
Yangon- Drive to Ngwe Saung
   

In the morning, you will be driven to one of Myanmar's must-see beaches, Ngwe Saung. On your arrival, you can head straight down to the beautiful beach and wait for the glorious sunset.Overnight in Ngwe Saung.

19-20
Ngwe Saung Beach Day
   

Time for a bit of rest and relaxation. Today is yours to enjoy the sunshine, take a dip in the ocean, sample some of the local seafood and watch the gorgeous sunset.Overnight in Ngwe Saung.

21
Ngwe Sauang- Yangon Departure
   

After breakfast, you can go for a final wander down the beach, before you are taken back to Yangon, to the airport for your ongoing flight. Leaving Myanmar, feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. 

       Inclusions:

  • Entrance and sightseeing fees  as listed;

  • All meals as listed;

  • Transportation as listed;

  • Accommodations as listed;

  • Domestic flights, car transfers as listed;

  • Professional licensed English-speaking guide.

       Exclusions:

  • Visa Fees;
  • International Airfares;
  • Tips and other Personal Expenses;
  • All other services not clearly mentioned.

Passion Indochina Travel will provide you with a dynamic professional local private tour guide, a private chauffeur and a transportation that suits your style and gives you pleasure, comfort and security through every points of your destination.All our tour guides in our company are registered English Speaking Guides, they are passionate about their city and they take pride in sharing it with others.With our private local tour guide, you’d get the chance to see and learn more among the historic places in the world and their cultures. Be amazed with the breathtaking scenery of Asia and enjoy some once in a lifetime adventure!

Private Tour Guide

Private Tour Guide

Private Tour Guide

The tour guide is always punctual on every destination he/she is needed. You will be picked up at the airport and will be escorted to your hotel and tend to your stuff til their services is needed again. They will also assist you at the airport at every departure, seeing to it that you have checked in and passed through the security checkpoint. All the tour guides in all your choices of destination are Locals. Since they know all the areas of the tours you're taking, they make sure that they share to you all the information may it be historical facts, dates and anecdotes or tell stories about the tour sites to make it more interesting and entertaining. They would also suggest the best spots for picture taking.Our tour guides are also flexible when it comes to the itinerary changes if there's any unexpected reason and will be more than accommodating to any alternative suggestions just to ensure that you will have an incredible experience.

Private Chauffeur Services

Private Chauffeur ServicesPrivate Chauffeur ServicesArrive in the comfort of your style. Depending on the group size, and the tour packages of your choice, we would accommodate you with the best transportation and a professional Chauffeur to assist you wherever and whenever you need. They would be happy to transport you.