14 Days Best of Laos and Thailand with Phuket Island Adventure

Destinations: Luang Prabang – Krabi – Phuket | 14 Days Best Laos Thailand Phuket Island Adventure


Highlights of this 14 Days Best of Laos and Thailand with Phuket Island Adventure:

  • Explore the Thai Jungle by Flying Hanuman Zipline.
  • Excursion on Mekong River to the mysterious Pak Ou Caves.
  • Caring for the rescued elephants in Laos Jungle.
  • Tour the temple city in the mountains of Laos.
  • Relax on the beaches of tropical islands: Krabi and Phuket.
  • World famousKayaking inside marine limestone karst islands by Starlight.
  • Adventure to the ancient rainforest of Khao Sok National Park.
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14 Days

Includes internal flights, twin shared accommodation, English speaking guides, private cars, sightseeing and meals listed.
Excludes visa and travel documents, travel insurance, international flights, local tipping, etc.

This itinerary is to give you a flavor of what is possible. We can tailor this trip to suit your specific needs and expectations. You may alter any aspect of the itinerary from excursions to accommodation.

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Wat Xieng Thong ancient temple
Krabi beach with karsts in view
Thai elephat with a kid
Thai Tropical Island

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Day 1: Luang Prabang | Arrive Luang Prabang

International Flight: Excluded
Meals: Dinner

Welcome to Laos! Upon arrival in Luang Prabang, our guide will greet you at the airport welcome area and transfer you to your hotel for check-in.

In the evening, enjoy a dinner at Hive Restaurant with “Ethnik Fashion Show” – a modern fashion show with a twist – ethnic wedding garments from over 100 ethnic groups in Laos on the show by Hmong underprivileged university students(all donations go to support their families and education).

Accommodation: Belmond La Residence Phou Vao


Day 2: Luang Prabang | Kuang Si Waterfalls and Laotian Monasteries

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
First, we visit the morning Phousi Market, where you will see such diverse offerings as dried buffalo skin, local tea and saltpeter among the chickens, vegetables and hill-tribe weavings. Laos is also known for its traditional crafts, and today you will visit local villages of Lao ethnic minority groups at Ban Ouay, a Hmong village, Ban Ou a Laoloum village and Ban Thapene, a Khmu village. This then takes us to the beautiful Khouang Si Waterfall where you can cool off with a refreshing swim in the pools or walk along the forest trails. We then return to Luang Prabang.

Kuang Si Waterfall - 14 Days Best Laos Thailand Phuket Island Adventure

Kuang Si Waterfall – 14 Days Best Laos Thailand Phuket Island Adventure

In the afternoon, your half-day city tour begins with a visit to the Royal Palace Museum, which hosts a range of interesting artifacts. We then head to the magnificent Wat Xiengthong with its roofs sweeping low to the ground, which represents classical Laotian architecture. We also have time to visit the impressive stupa of Wat Visoun and the shrines of Wat Aham and Wat Mai. A visit to Luang Prabang would be incomplete without ascending the 329 steps to the top of Phousi Hill for a beautiful sunset view of the city and its glowing reflection on the Mekong River. The tour ends after a visit to the famous Night Market, where you can find a lovely collection of handmade textiles made by local and hill tribe people surrounding Luang Prabang.

Accommodation: Belmond La Residence Phou Vao


Day 3: Luang Prabang | Befriending the Gentle Giants of Asia

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning, transfer to Elephant Village – an elephant sanctuary with a focus on rehabilitation and care of rescued elephants. Here you’ll meet the camp manager and receive a short briefing about the elephants. Throughout the day, you’ll take place in the following activities:

    • Riding an elephant – you’ll have the opportunity to ride directly on the neck of an elephant
    • Mahout Training – learn about the commands of how to communicate to the elephant
    • Enjoy lunch at the outdoor garden restaurant
    • Bathe your elephant – Go down to the nearby Nam Khan River to bath your elephant; perhaps the elephant will bathe you as well!

Then return to your hotel for leisure time.

Elephant Village

Elephant Village

Accommodation: Belmond La Residence Phou Vao


Day 4: Luang Prabang | Boat Trip to Pak Ou Caves

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

In the morning, we embark on a cruise upstream on the Mekong River, which also gives us a breathtaking view of the tranquil countryside. Along the way, we stop at the village of Ban Xanghai, where they make Laos rice wine and rice whiskey. You’ll be able to try some and see the process they use to make it. Then we’ll reach the mysterious Pak Ou Caves, two linked caves crammed with thousands of gold lacquered Buddha statues of various shapes and sizes left by pilgrims.

Lunch will be served nearby the caves. During lunch, you’ll have the opportunity to try a local dish called “Orlam” which is a soup with vegetables and features a spicy wood that is partially edible. On return, we disembark the boat to visit a traditional weaving village of Ban Phanom, which is famous for its hand weaving.

Accommodation: Belmond La Residence Phou Vao


Day 5: Luang Prabang – Krabi | Flight to Krabi | Leisure

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
In the morning, take a flight to Phuket with a stopover in Bangkok. Upon arrival, our representative will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your resort next to the beach for check-in.

Krabi Beaches

Krabi Beaches

Krabi is like something out of a dream. Limestone mountains covered in vibrant jungles make it the perfect getaway in the tropics. Ao Nang Beach at the center of the bay with the Andaman Sea beyond some isles in the distance. Explore the beach or enjoy the luxury offerings of the resort.

Accommodation: Andakiri Pool Villas


Day 6: Krabi | Relax on the Beach

Meals: Breakfast
Today is at your leisure to explore the beaches of Krabi.

Accommodation: Andakiri Pool Villas


Day 7: Krabi | Phi Phi Island and Maya Bay

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Discover the spectacular limestone rock formations of Phi Phi Island. Enjoy snorkeling and swimming in the crystal clear water of the bay. Last stop on a lovely island with great white sandy beaches. A great spot to lay down and relax at the beach. Or go snorkeling in the beautiful reef around the island.

Accommodation: Andakiri Pool Villas


Day 8: Krabi – Phuket | Scenic Road Trip to Phuket | Relax on the Beach

Meals: Breakfast

Today you’ll take a scenic road transfer to Phuket. The transfer is around 3 hours with pleasant views en route. Upon arrival, get checked in and the rest of the day is at your leisure to explore the beaches of Phuket.

Enjoy the beaches of Phuket. North of the resort are two stunning beaches facing the Andaman Sea, Karon Beach and Kata Beach. Perched above Kata Noi beach – a quiet stretch of white sand meets blue waves with forested mountains.

Accommodation: Mom Tri’s Villa Royale


Day 9: Phuket | Relax on the Beach

Meals: Breakfast
Today is at your leisure to explore the beaches of Phuket.

Accommodation: Mom Tri’s Villa Royale


Day 10: Phuket | Flying Hanuman Zipline

Meals: Breakfast
Flying Hanuman is an eco-adventure in Phuket’s Ultimate Jungle Experience. The tour offers the thrilling treetop activity that has minimal impact on the environment. They will be flying from tree to tree in a rare piece of Phuket wilderness. Speeds on the zip-lines reach 60 km per hour and heights exceed 40 meters. The site of Flying Hanuman is located near the well-known Katu Waterfall, surrounds by the wide variety of trees and small animals occupy the 80,000 square meter plot and the natural rubber trees. Flying Hanuman is the great for exploration and outdoor activities.

Accommodation: Mom Tri’s Villa Royale


Day 11: Phuket | Khao Sok Jungle Trekking

Cheow Lan lake at Khao Sok National Park

Cheow Lan lake at Khao Sok National Park

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Today you will join a trip to Khao Sok National Park. Enjoy trekking on foot through the ancient jungle. You will see the unique plant, flowers, butterfly, birds, squirrels, and more. The local guide will explain the ways of native plants were used in the past. Lunch is at Khaosok Discovery Restaurant with the view of the mountains. In the afternoon, start the canoeing down the river with a chance to spot a flora and fauna, and goes along the limestone cliff. Next, you will stop for a place to see the scenic view of Khao Sok. Then relax at Rommanee Hot Spring. You will return to Phuket after the tour.

Accommodation: Mom Tri’s Villa Royale


Day 12: Phuket | Surin Island by Speedboat

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Join a speedboat to visit Surin island in the Andaman sea. Various coral can be found around the island and it is one of the best snorkeling sites in Thailand. Visit a Moken Village where sea gypsies reside in the North Andaman Sea. The area is an unspoiled tropical paradise with healthy forested islands and clear blue water. Enjoy snorkeling, swimming or just relaxing on the beach.

Accommodation: Mom Tri’s Villa Royale


Day 13: Phuket | Sea Caves by Starlight

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
World famous kayaking inside marine limestone karst islands with macaques, water monitors, kingfishers and Sea Eagles. Meet at the hotel around 11 AM to transfer to the pier. Then continue by boat with a light lunch served onboard. Self-paddle with your own sea cave guide through tunnels and lagoons. When darkness falls, stars shine overhead in the circle of black night, fireflies flash in the cliffside jungle and, most of all, the sea glows with phosphorescence. Enjoy a spiritual ceremony with your own made “Krathong”. Have a magnificent dinner onboard. Then return to land. A truly magical and out of this world experience (Listed among National Geographic’s “World’s Top 50 Adventures”).

Accommodation: Mom Tri’s Villa Royale


Day 14: Phuket | Farewell!

Meals: Breakfast
Today our representative will transfer you to the airport before your homeward flight and will bid you a fond farewell. Thank you for traveling with us!

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ACCOMMODATIONS

Luang Prabang
Santi Resort

Krabi
Beyond Krabi Resort

Phuket
Andaman Beach Suite

Luang Prabang
Kiridara Hotel

Krabi
Centara Grand Beach Resort and Villa

Phuket
Avista Hideaway Phuket Patong, MGallery by Sofitel

Luang Prabang
Belmond La Residence Phou Vao

Luang Prabang
Andakiri Pool Villas

Krabi
Mom Tri’s Villa Royale

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