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The Mekong Route: Thailand & Laos 13 days
13 days
Thailand & Laos - Following the Mekong from North to South
Over 13 days, cross the Mekong from northern Thailand into Laos before returning to Bangkok and ending beside the Andaman Sea. Around Chiang Rai and the Golden Triangle, combine the White Temple with elephant encounters, a Thai cooking class and a longtail boat journey before travelling downstream towards Pakbeng. In Luang Prabang, explore the countryside by bicycle, visit Wat Long Khoun and Ban Chan, and experience a Baci ceremony in a local artist’s home before cooking with a local chef. Bangkok brings temples, street food and an evening of Muay Thai, while Khao Lak offers a slower finale, with time on the beach or in nearby Khao Sok National Park.
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Journey Route
DAYS 1-4
Chiang Rai
Arrive in Chiang Rai and visit the White Temple before continuing to the Golden Triangle for elephant encounters, a longtail boat trip along the Mekong and a Thai cooking class, then cross into Laos at Chiang Khong to board a boat towards Pakbeng.
DAYS 5-7
Luang Prabang
Continue by boat to Luang Prabang, then explore the surrounding countryside by bicycle, visiting Wat Long Khoun and the village of Ban Chan. Experience a traditional Baci ceremony in the home of a local artist before joining a local chef for a private cooking class using fresh market ingredients.
DAYS 8-10
Bangkok
Fly to Bangkok and discover the city by tuk-tuk on a private street food adventure. Explore Wat Pho, the Grand Palace and Wat Arun with a private guide before enjoying ringside seats at an evening of Muay Thai boxing.
DAYS 11-13
Khao Lak
Fly south to Phuket and transfer to Khao Lak for a relaxing final few days on the beach, with the option to venture into nearby Khao Sok National Park.
