LAOSTHAILANDCAMBODIAOutbound(1N)BANGKOK (2N)Vang Vieng (1N)Vien.ane (2N)Pakbeng (1N)Luang Prabang (3N)Overnight Train (1N)Chiang Rai (1N)Hilltribe Lodge (1N)Huay XiaChiang Mai (1N)Outbound (1N)Inbound (1N)VIETNAMDay 4: Bangkok - Chiang MaiVisit the Damneon Saduak floating Marketand the Railway Track Market. Later, boardthe overnight train to Chiang Mai.Day 5: Chiang MaiArrive in Chiang Mai and visit Baan Kingkaeworphanage and a handicraft village. We alsovisit Wat Dai Suthep in time for sunset. In theevening, enjoy a performance of ancientdances and songs from Northern Thailandand visit the colourful night market.Day 6: Chiang Mai - Hilltribe LodgeWe travel to a small village, home to theH'mong hilltribe where we stay overnightand enjoy a BBQ dinner and a cultural show.Day 7: Hilltribe Lodge - Chiang RaiVisit the Chiang Dao Elephant Camp andexperience an elephant ride and gentlebamboo river rafting along the Mae PingRiver. Transfer to Thaton and board a long tailboat on Mae Kok River to Baan Pha Tai,where we continue by road to Chiang Rai.Day 8: Chiang Rai - PakbengWe cross the border at Huay Xia into Laosand cruise to Pakbeng, visiting some localminority villages en-route.Day 9: Pakbeng - Luang PrabangTravel downstream on the Mekong Rivervisiting Ban Khok Ek, a traditional Laotianvillage en-route. After lunch, we learn about3216 days from £2,790ppFully Inclusive from the UKThis is the ideal tour for thosewho wish to combine thewonders of Thailand inBangkok, Chiang Mai andChiang with the landlockedtreasures of Laos. Laos is apeaceful country dominatedby incredible mountains,stunning scenery andthundering waterfalls,whereas Thailand is knownfor its temples, palaces andfloating markets.Days 1-2: UK - BangkokFly overnight to Bangkok.Day 3: BangkokSightseeing today includes a visit to Wat Phoand the Grand Palace with its colourfultemples and golden stupas. We also enjoy aride in a long tail boat along the Chao PhrayaRiver to Pak Klong Talaat Flower marketfollowed by a stroll through Chinatown.Thailand & Laos AdventureCombine the delights of the Golden Triangle with mystical LaosAirCoachBoatRail"For me, I love theboat trip down the Mekong River - the countryside is stunning and life is very relaxing."Local Guide Litre Sylatiku's tour highlights

Floating Market in Bangkok33Departure Dates & PricesFully Inclusive price includes:Multi-Country TourThailand & Laos Adventurethe process of making 'rice alcohol' and visitthe Pak Ou Caves before continuing to Luang Prabang.Day 10: Luang PrabangSightseeing by tuk-tuk includes a visit to WatVisoune, Wat Xieng Thong, Wat Sene and theNational Museum. We also climb Phousy Hillfor breathtaking views over the city.Day 11: Luang PrabangWe rise early to watch a 'Takbat' ceremonyand visit the National Museum. We thentravel to the Kuang Si Waterfalls and visit anH'mong village en-route. Return to LuangPrabang stopping at Ock Pop Tok WeavingCentre along the way.Day 12: Luang Prabang to Vang ViengWe travel to Vang Vieng and visit Phoukhoun,Ban Houn Xay and Kasi en-route.Day 13: Vang Vieng - VientianeWe visit Tham Chang Caves beforecontinuing to Vientiane.Day 14: VientianeSightseeing today includes a visit toThongkhankham Market, Wat Si Saket, WatPhra Keo, Pha That Luang Stupa, PatuxaiVictory Monument and Buddha Park. In theevening, enjoy a traditional Lao dinnerfollowed by a dance show.Days 15-16: Vientiane - UKFly overnight to the UK via Bangkok,arriving home the following day.Book now on 0844 499 3899visit www.wendywutours.co.ukor see your preferred travel agentGrand Palace, BangkokThe ideal tour for those who wish to experience thediversity of these two neighbours. In Thailand, visittemples, floating markets and the Golden Trianglewhereas in Laos you will discover stunning scenerydominated by cascading waterfalls and sacred caves. Wendy Wu, June 2011""Tour Extensions??Cha'am Beach from £320pp (above)??Phuket Beach from £240pp (page 55)Cha'am ExtensionDay 15: Chiang Mai - Cha'amFly from Chiang Mai to Bangkok andthen transfer by road to your hotel inCha'am (approx 3 hours).Days 16-17: Cha'amEnjoy the next two days at leisure tofurther explore Cha'am and nearby HuaHin. Play a round of golf, enjoy anoptional excursion to explore the manywaterfalls, temples and caves, visitMarine Park or simply relax and chooseto do nothing. (B)Days 18-19: Bangkok - UKTransfer to Bangkok Airport and flyovernight to the UK. (B)??International flights and current taxes??Domestic transportation??Accommodation??All meals??Touring with guides and entrance feesTour departs Tuesday and returns WednesdayPrices are fully inclusive from the UK (see page 8)Based on London Heathrow departuresRegional departures available.Flight upgrades available on request.Land only from £2,190 (Bangkok - Vientiane).Single room option from £420 (see page 9).Tipping payable locally US$90 (see page 10).Active Paced TourDepart UKArrive UKPrice21 Feb 201207 Mar 2012£2,79004 Sep19 Sep16 Oct31 Oct£2,89019 Feb 201306 Mar 2013£3,09019 Mar03 AprNot included:??Laos visa fees for UK passport holders