2-Week Cambodia and Laos Tour Packages

Insider tips: Recommended 2-week Cambodia And Laos tour itineraries

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• 14 Days in Cambodia and Laos, incl. Siem Reap and Luang Prabang

  A 14-day tour showcasing Cambodia and Laos' cultural treasures. Highlights include Angkor Wat, Tonle Sap Lake, and Phnom Kulen National Park. The route takes you to Luang Prabang's temples and Pak Ou Caves, with stays at selected hotels like Royal Crown Hotel and MyBanLao.

  

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  • Days 1-5

    Siem Reap & Angkor Archaeological Park

    Start your adventure in Siem Reap by visiting the stunning Angkor Wat temple complex. Get to the South Gate of Angkor Thom by 7:30 AM to avoid crowds and the midday heat. The UNESCO site spans 401 km² with over 250 temples. On days 2-3, visit Phnom Kulen National Park to see the River of 1000 Lingas carved into the riverbed. Pack water shoes since the rocks can get slippery. Take a morning boat trip to Tonle Sap Lake's floating villages on day 4. The ecosystem changes dramatically between seasons as water moves between the lake and Mekong River. Visit early to watch local fishermen at work. Complete your Siem Reap visit at Banteay Srei temple, famous for its detailed pink sandstone carvings.

    
  • Days 6-8

    Phnom Penh

    The drive from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh takes 5-6 hours through rural Cambodia. Stop at Skun's spider market for an interesting cultural experience, even if you skip tasting the local specialty. In Phnom Penh, visit both the sobering Killing Fields and the beautiful Royal Palace. The Wat Phnom temple offers excellent city views at sunset.

    
  • Days 9-11

    Luang Prabang

    After flying to Luang Prabang, start your first morning at 5:30 AM to see the alms-giving ceremony. Bring something warm to wear as mornings can be cool. Spend time exploring the temples of this UNESCO city, including Wat Xiengthong at the tip of the peninsula. Take a boat trip to Pak Ou Caves to see thousands of Buddha statues. The trip takes about 2 hours up the Mekong River. Visit Kuang Si Falls later in the day when the lighting is best for photos. You can swim in the beautiful turquoise pools below the cascading falls.

    
  • Days 12-14

    Vang Vieng & Vientiane

    Take the express train from Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng, known for its limestone mountains. Explore Angel Cave, which takes about 30 minutes to walk through. Finish your trip in Vientiane and visit the golden That Luang stupa, the most important religious site in Laos.

    

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• 12 Days in Laos and Cambodia, incl. Luang Prabang and Siem Reap

  This 12-day tour features Cambodia and Laos highlights, from Luang Prabang's temples to Angkor Archaeological Park. The itinerary includes Pak Ou Caves, That Luang Stupa, and floating villages, with 11 nights accommodation, domestic flights, and English guides throughout.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Luang Prabang, Laos

    Start in beautiful Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage city. Get up early (5:30 AM) on your first full day to see the traditional alms-giving ceremony. "Watching the monks collect alms at sunrise was humbling. Bring a shawl—it gets chilly in the morning," one traveler suggests. Visit the Royal Palace Museum (closed Tuesdays) and walk up 328 steps to Mount Phousi to catch the sunset. On day 3, take a boat to Pak Ou Caves, then cool off at Kuang Si Falls. Go before 10 AM to avoid crowds and midday heat.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Vientiane

    Take an 8-hour bus to Vientiane. Book window seats on the right for the best views. Visit Wat Sisaket with its 8,000 Buddha statues and the famous That Luang stupa. Check out Buddha Park in the morning before it gets too hot. You'll find great photo spots inside the concrete "pumpkin" structure.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Phnom Penh

    A quick flight (1 hour 15 minutes) takes you to Phnom Penh. Visit the Royal Palace complex right when it opens at 8 AM to beat the crowds and heat. Look for the Silver Pagoda's impressive floor made of over 5,000 silver tiles. Save Wat Phnom for late afternoon when it's cooler and the lighting is perfect for photos.

    
  • Days 8-11

    Siem Reap & Angkor

    The bus to Siem Reap takes 7 hours. If you get motion sick, bring pills as the roads can be rough. For the famous Angkor Wat sunrise, leave your hotel by 4:45 AM to get a good spot. A recent visitor shares: "The best photos come from the left pond—fewer crowds gather there." See Ta Prohm temple before 9 AM to avoid tour groups. Take breaks during the hottest hours (12-3 PM) and visit the floating villages in late afternoon for better light.

    
  • Day 12

    Departure

    Plan extra time to reach the airport. Siem Reap traffic can be slow during peak season.

    

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• 12 Days in Laos & Cambodia, incl. Luang Prabang and Siem Reap

  Immerse yourself in this 12-day tour of Laos and Cambodia: 3 days in UNESCO-listed Luang Prabang visiting Wat Xiengthong, 2 days in Vientiane at Buddha Park, followed by Phnom Penh's Royal Palace and Siem Reap's ancient temples, including Mekong River cruise to Pak Ou Caves.

  

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  • Days 1-3

    Luang Prabang:

    Begin in the UNESCO World Heritage city of Luang Prabang. Get up early at 5:30 AM for the sacred alms-giving ceremony and bring a shawl for the cool morning air. Visit the Royal Palace Museum right when it opens at 8:30 AM to beat the crowds (it's closed Tuesdays). Head to Kuang Si Waterfall in the afternoon for perfect lighting and smaller crowds. Take a long-tail boat to Pak Ou Caves before 11 AM to avoid both the midday heat and tour groups.

    
  • Days 4-5

    Vientiane:

    The bus journey from Luang Prabang to Vientiane takes 8 hours. Pack motion sickness pills if needed as the road winds quite a bit. Start your Vientiane visit at Wat Sisaket to see morning light on its 8,000 Buddha statues. Visit That Luang stupa late in the day to see its golden surface shine at sunset. Make the one-hour trip to Buddha Park in the morning before it gets too hot.

    
  • Days 6-7

    Phnom Penh:

    A quick 75-minute flight takes you from Vientiane to Phnom Penh. Visit the Royal Palace in the morning when it's cooler. The Silver Pagoda's 5,000 silver tiles reflect intense heat by midday. End your day at Wat Phnom to watch the city lights come alive from its hilltop spot.

    
  • Days 8-12

    Siem Reap:

    The 7-hour bus ride to Siem Reap gives you time to rest before exploring Angkor. Start your temple visits at 4:30 AM to catch sunrise at Angkor Wat. Use the East Gate to avoid crowds. Visit Ta Prohm around mid-morning when sunlight through the trees creates beautiful photo spots. Check out the floating villages in late afternoon when fishing boats are most active.

    

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