Heritage in Northern Laos

Popular Destinations in North Laos

 

Legend of Plain of jars

Legend of Plain of jars, Laos

 

Xieng Khouang plain of jars has about 52 locations with more than 2,000 jars of different size. They are mainly located in three villages: Ang, Latsen, Sua. Among them, Ang village is mostly noticed for the number of 334 jars. The biggest jar has the diameter of 2.5m and 2.57 m high. Its weight could be tons. The smallest one is about an embrace. Most of the jars has no cover with different kinds of shape: square and round which is different with other jars.

Xieng Khoang is a province in the East North of Laos where the Truong Son range - border of Vietnam and Laos - began. Its area is 15,880km2. Its population is 262,000 people (2004). The average density is 17 people /km2. The height is 1200m above sea level. The weather here is cool with many high mountains. Xieng Khouang has seven districts. People here are from Thai, Hmong, Dao, and some Viet. Its argriculture is mainly water paddy, terraced field, castle raising, etc.

Pain of Jars (Laos: Thoong Hayhin) is located in the Xieng Khouang Plateau (25-30km from Phonesavanh) with the date of 2500 to 3000 years. There is lots of legend about plain of jars, which is not clear until now.

In 1930, Ms. Madelene Colani is a French archeologist who came to this plain. In the work of Mégalithes du Haunt - Laos, Ms. Colani wrote: “The age of these 334 jars are about 2.500 to 3.000. These are not the jars to keep wine because there is not any evidence of that.” Until discovered the earthen pot that contains skull and bone of human, Colani affirmed that: “Jars are the objects to contain relics (clothes, tools, axe, bow, and sword) of Puon people (one of the three ancient Laos people) after their death according to this clan’s customs.

Plain of jar is the most dangerous archeologic place in the world. In the wartime of 1964-1973, American troops have dropped thousands of tons of bombs and mine. There are still many guests being hurt when they did not follow the instruction of going. Each person in this land suffers from 350 tons of bomb averagely. The biggest number of bomb is bomb with high destruction power. There are still bomb hole with the diameter of 10m and 4m deep. The second biggest number of bomb is fragmentation bomb in the shape of guava that is most dangerous in antipersonnel weapons. The other types of bombs and mines are not extricated until now.

Coming to plain of jar in Xieng Khouang, you, me and everybody would have chance to be nurtured in the giant jars which could not be found everywhere in the world, and enjoying the highland air of cool Xieng Khouang.

 

Viengxay caves

Viengxay Caves, Laos

 

More than 30 years since 1975, a system of nearly 500 caves and grottoes in Vieng Xay (north mountainous area of Laos), hiding places for revolution armies in America attack of Vietnam War, has become the favorite tourist attraction.

About two days driving from Vientiane, the grottoes system was deep into the forest, but then it is changed to the underground city that is enough for 23,000 people. Although this is the hiding place for troops, there is a lot of stalls, schools, printing house and a hospital.

According to Siphanh Vandouayang, the manager of Viengxay, most of the managemen board of Laos’s revolution have lived and worked here. Many years after the war, foreigner is not allowerd in this region.

Nowadays, Laos’s government have transferred this place to the gold-mine for tourists. There are only seven grottoes - which are the settled place for leaders of Laos’s communist party - which are allowed to welcome guests.

According to the development project of Vieng Xay, a bank, a garment factory, a bread stall, a broadcasting place that are waiting for restoring before welcoming the guests.

Many people said that if the tourist system of Vieng Xay were stable, the live of people who were in the war would be more prosperous. In addition, they are the very tour guides of Vieng Xay in the coming time.

 

Night Market in Laos

Night Market in Laos

 

In Lao language, "talat" means market, "Changkun" is night, but Vietnamese in Luang Phrabang call the night market in Laos “western market”. The foreign visitors really enjoy coming to this attractive destination.

The market is taken place in Si Savangvong Street in Pakam ancient town, which is like Hoi An ancient town of Vietnam. Its length is less than 1,000m, its width is about 6m. There is gold tower Phu Xixay in the opposite with Royal Palace, which was built in the end of 1804 on the top of the mountain of 329 stone stair cases in the middle of coconut trees and fragrant and color of flowers.

 

Wat Xieng Thoong Pagoda

Wat Xieng Thoong Pagoda, Laos

 

On the map, Nam Khan River looks like a stubborn child that is close to Me Kong River but still runs along parallel for a distance before joining his mother and creating a peninsula. In the beginning of peninsula, on the intersection of Me Kong and Nam Khan Rivers, there is a pagoda called Xieng Thoong.

Luang Phrabang has 36 pagodas but this is the most beautiful and ancient, and also the most important. It has the typical architecture of Laos with curved roof and near the ground. The furnitures inside are also the embossments which are sophisticated carved according to the Buddhist legend. The outer temples are also having beautiful embossments. In the peaceful noon, cool wind from Mekong River comes to this pagoda.

In New Year of Laos, the officials and authorities in this area process the Buddhist statue of Prabang from the museum to Wat Xieng Thoong to carry on the ritual of washing Buddha with Champak perfume. In the afternoon, you could back to Phou Si Mountain to enjoy the sunset in Me Kong River. From Phou Si, the sun is going to set would be profiled on Me Kong River between Phou Nang and Phou Thao. In a moment under the allowance of nature, you could witness two classifiers for sun: the upper classifier is majestic and the under classifier is sparkling on the river surface. The landscape looks like a magnificent gold-inlaid picture.

 

Luang Prabang Imperial City

Luang Prabang Imperial City, Laos

 

Luang Prabang is a familiar name for each time mentioning the name of neighboring country Laos. Luang Prabang is located in the North mountainous area of 300m above the sea level. It is also located beside two rivers Mekong and Nam Khan. Being the former imperial town of Lan Xang - land of thousands of elephant - that was established by Fa Ngum King in 1353, Luang Prabang is the formal imperial of Laos with many important temples and pagodas that are acknowledged by UNESCO for the world cultural heritage in 1995.

Luang Prabang is also like Vientiane: a small peaceful city. Though the visitors of this city could be more than Vientiane, it could not be called a crowded urban land. People come to Laos cannot help to taste Beer Laos, bamboo-tube rice and fish beside the Ou river with mighty mountains which increase the interesting.

 

The interesting of night market

When it is about night, you could find it is suitable for coming to the main city to the night market that is the pleasure of most of visitors. Stalls are close to each other on the street and only foot-passengers are allowed. Under the gold light, products are more beautiful and sparkling. The products are mainly Laos’s silk, sarong, colorful cloths to the handicrafts with different materials (sliver, stone, etc). Tourists could cover the stalls to enjoy the atmosphere as well as to witness people. It is also impossible to ignore the food region with various foods of Laos. The most popular is sticky rice that could be bought everywhere. Foods of Laos are cheap and hot. It is more crowded in night than in the morning due to the attraction of night market and fragrant of food from the food stalls.

 

Discovering the pagodas

Coming to Luang Prabang, you could not pass the temples and pagodas that is the centre of Buddhism in Laos. There are 35 different pagodas and temples in Laos and every of them are worth visiting. The most impression for me could be the gold pagoda Wat Xieng Thoong. The pagoda complexes are very harmonious and typical in Laos’s architecture./.

Like everywhere in Laos, monks are highly respected. Offering the foods for monks every morning is considered the happiness and bless for everyone. Each pagoda in Luang prabang is livelier with tours of people on their knee offer foods for the monks every morning. Climbing 300 stairs to Phou Si is the indispensable ritual to coming to come to Luang Phrabang of every visitor. This mighty mount is right in the centre of the city that is opposite to the royal palace. From the above, city looks like a fairy in her dream who is flying in her sould. In addition, the eclipse comes, Phou Si mount would right in the hand of visitors, each time period is different moment of dream. National museum, a quiet cool atmosphere with the range of tree, lakes with flowers and coconut tree range. The more beautiful and grandiose part is the Sala Pha Bang pagoda with the statue of Pha Bang - gift from King Khmer for King Fa Ngum on his inauguration.

 

Tours in Laos

• Vientiane - Luang Prabang - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Luang Prabang - Vientiane - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Hidden Delights of Laos - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Laos Sightseeing - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Laos Intangible Charms - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Luang Prabang - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Ancient Laos - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Miracle Of The North - 6 Days/ 5 Nights
• Amazing Laos - 6 Days/ 5 Nights

Popular Places in South Cambodia Coast

South Cambodia Coast

 

Kbal Chhay Waterfalls

Kbal Chhay Waterfalls, Cambodia

 

Located in Khan Prey Nup, about 16 kilometers north of the downtown Sihanoukville, Kbal Chhnay waterfalls could be reached by the site from Sihanoukville, take National Road 4 toward Phnom Penh. About 7 kilometers outside of town, there is a sign announcing the site. Turn left and go 9 kilometers along a trail. The water at Kbal Chhay comes from many sources along the mountain range, although only three of these sources are visible. The waterfall, which is 14 meters high, is at the point where those three sources joint.

Kbal Chhay was developed into a reservoir to supply clean water to the city of Sihanoukville, three years after being discovered in 1960. The reservoir construction, however, was interrupted due to civil war, and the site became a hide-out for the Khmer Rouge. In 1997, Kbal Chhay was marked for development, and a year later Kok An Company was awarded a contract to construct a road and develop the site for tourism.

 

Sihanoukville

Serendipity Beach at sunset, Sihanoukville, Cambodia

 

Sihanouville is located on the coast of Cambodia, about halfway between Thailand and Vietnam, on the Bay of Thailand. It’s locally known as Kampong Som. A spread out tourist town for both foreigners and local people from all over the country. Three sides of the town are bordered by tropical beaches and islands. Filled with empty beaches, crowded beaches, seafood, restaurants, bars, Buddhist Temples, casinos, hotels, and more beaches, the Sihanoukville is a colorful but tragic upstart in a land with thousands of years of history.

The distances between the beaches of Sihanoukville are a little too long to walk comfortably, but getting around is easy as the roads are wide and bike taxis (motodop) are everywhere.

The main reasons people come to Sihanoukville is the beaches. They are not as crowded as many of those in Thailand, by maybe cramped on weekends and holidays.

People can take part in many water sports like scuba diving, snorkeling, etc.

 

Kep Quiet Town

Kep Quiet Town, Cambodia

 

Kep is a quiet town, located on hills overlooking the beaches and islands. There are not much to do here, however the scenery is fantastic. Largely unpopulated, Kep was Cambodia’s original seaside resort town.

Kep is a small seaside town, and similar to Vietnam’s beach, it’s just offshore. It’s a half hour drive from Kampot, Cambodia and the Vietnam border, and 2 hours from SihanoukVille and Phnom Penh, Cambodia.

Bungalows, villas, guesthouses and hotels are located just on the hillside and the beaches. There’s not a whole-day activity in Kep. The town is mostly a place for relaxation, enjoying fresh seafood, going for walks, trekking through the hills, boating, bicycling, and mountain biking, and a stopover on the way to or from Vietnam.

 

Koh Kong province

Buddhist monks in a mangrove forest in Koh Kong province, Cambodia

 

Koh Kong is Cambodia’s most popular eco-tourist province. Located along the Southern border with Thailand. There are mountains, jungle, rivers and waterfalls. Also, there are beaches, mangroves and tropical islands.

Koh Kong is mostly known as the passage town to and from Thailand, or a convenient stop-over for a visa run from Thailand. Located on the South-West corner of Cambodia, Koh Kong city, the capital of Koh Kong province, is a large forrested area with mangroves, rivers, and tropical islands. Around the town is the Bay of Thailand, Koh Kong island, the country of Thailand, and mountains and jungles. It was listed as one of the best eco-tourism places in the world to visit by the guidebook Lonely Planet. There’s a few eco-tourist lodges outside the town in the jungle and on the rivers, and hundreds of kilometers of unspoiled jungles for the real adventurer. Many destinations are only accessible by foot, boat, motorcycle or cow.

The people of Koh Kong, speak mainly Khmer (the Cambodian language), and most speak some Thai as well. You can also find many Chinese and Vietnamese speakers and well as a lot of broken English. Several Westerners have restaurants, bars, and tour services in Koh Kong, and they all speak English, as well as a host of other European and Asian languages.

 

Kompong Trach

Kompong Trach District, Cambodia

 

Kampong Trach is the district that borders Vietnam. You can pass through some picturesque rural areas while take on a road trip. There is a new side road to Kampong Trach town that skirts the base of Phnom Voar, (where the victims of the 1994 Khmer Rouge kidnappings were held.) These mountain areas of Kampong Trach were one of the last Khmer Rouge holdouts. Kampong Trach town is small and relatively uninteresting. The area’s main attraction is a series of limestone caves and tubes that have been carved.into a nearby mountain. The roof of a large cave in the center of a mountain has collapsed, making a small, enclosed jungle.

Pagodas and shrines have been built amongst the caves, providing for some excellent photo possibilities. Bring a flashlight and wear good walking shoes. From Kampot, take the Kep road, bear left at the White Horse Monument and follow to Kampong Trach. After a few kilometers the road changes to badly broken pavement. The side road mentioned above requires a left turn onto a graded dirt road about 7 km past the White Horse Monument. It is not a straightforward route and it may be better if you go with a guide. Set aside the better part of a day for the trip to the caves and back.

 

Kampot

Kampot Riverside, Cambodia

 

This is a provincial capital nestled in the coastal mountains with stunning scenery, colonial architecture and whitewater rapids. Some attractions downtown, besides the riverfront, are the central market, small caveswith Buddhist shrines, and the football stadium. Towards the ocean on the East side is theport of Kampot and many Cham Muslim communities and schools. Across the river is Kampot’s Wat or Buddhist Temple which is open to tourists. Past the Wat are Kampot’ssalt fields, and further out of town are Kampot’s famous Black Pepper (red and green too!) and Durian farms. Along the riverfront, mostly North of downtown’s bridges, are several guesthouses and restaurants, right on the river.

Across the River (West Side) the first big road to the right from either bridge, takes you to the Kampot Zoo (about 20 minute ride and $5 entrance fee), lions, tigers and bears (and maybe some monkeys), and the Kampot River rapids, Teuk Chhou, an informal park for eating, drinking, sleeping, and playing in the water. Take your own motorcycle or get a motorcycle taxi or Tuk Tuk for about $5-7 round trip.

Canoeing, Kayaking, and guided river tours are possible on the river.
Kampot is also known worldwide for its Pepper Plantations (black, green, red and white table pepper) and locally for Durianfarms (a giant, pointy fruit, weighing up to 12 kilograms). The Pepper from Kampot is the only food product in Cambodia exported worldwide, and will soon have the Origin Specific label “Kampot Pepper”. Pepper farm tours are a popular activity here.

 

Ream National Park

Ream National Park, Cambodia

 

Since 1995, Ream National Park has so far achieved a rare feat: thanks to vigilant, apparently uncorrupt rangers, they’ve managed to keep most of the mangroves, wildlife and beaches in pristine condition. The park’s 200 inhabitants have not been forcibly relocated (unlike similar schemes in Thailand) but have been allowed to stay and continue their subsistence fishing lifestyle. No new residents are allowed, keeping Ream’s ecosystem in reasonable balance.

Visitors may see the Cambodian navy with a base at Ream, and sailors may appear unexpectedly; usually they’re doing little more than cooking their lunch. The park has landscapes for anyone: mangrove forests, a mountainside waterfall, and miles of beaches unmarked by footprints. Nearly 200 bird species live here, including herons and cranes. King cobras and pythons have been spotted, too, so be vigilant on hiking trails!

It’s easy enough to get here on your own, either with a motodop or by renting a motorbike. There are 35 rangers in Ream park, and several speak English. Hikes to meditation mountain and Keng Kong waterfall are popular trips.

Another excellent option is a boat trip down the mangrove-lined Prek Toeuk Sap river, done with a group of other travelers. For 1-5 people it’s $35, and for 6 or more the going rate is $6 each. The Prek Toeuk Sap Freshwater River is salty in the dry season as seawater flows inland, and filled with freshwater from ponds in the rainy season. Flying fish cartwheel out of the water, and dolphin sightings are not uncommon.

Food or drinking water are not widely available in the park, so if planning a hike or an overnight trip, ensure you have enough of your own. Basic accommodation is available at Ream, as well, and some travelers like it so much here they decide to come back for a night or two.

 

Takeo

Takeo in Cambodia

 

Being the lakeside town between Phnom Penh and Kep. Takeo feels like the provincial capital Cambodia forgot it had.
Takeo has a small waterfront area that faces east towards Vietnam and while it was once a bustling little port town, taking in volumes of trade from Vietnam that would arrived by canal, much now takes easier and cheaper route by land, leaving the port area a shadow of its former self.

Outside of the waterfront area, there are a smattering of colonial villas dispersed across town, some of which are in surprisingly good condition, a lovely old wooden house that now houses the Red Cross, and in a small indication of the Khmer Rouge presence that was once here, Ta Mok has a glistening testament to his paranoia with a large house built to the north of town (reached by walking along an earthen levee and a footbridge).

The sole remaining attractions here would be to visit some of the outlying villages - easily done by motodop or by boat (in wet season), and to drink a few warm beers at the Stung Takeo Restaurant while watching the waterside life. A very low key and little visited town, Ta Keo would be worth an overnight stay if you have the time, but otherwise a trip out to Phnom Da and Angkor Borei merits at least consideration, as it can be done as a part of a long day trip from Phnom Penh - the road to the Cambodian capital is sealed and in good condition./.

 

Tours in Cambodia

• Impressive Cambodia - 7 Days/ 6 Nights
• Charms of Cambodia - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Angkor Magnificence - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Highlights of Cambodia - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Cambodia Spotlights - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Siem Reap to Angkor Wat - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Tour in Siem Reap and Angkor Wat - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Highlight Ancient City - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Classic tour in Phnom Penh - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Siem Reap and Angkor Wat tours - 2 Days/ 1 Night

Highlights of Southern Vietnam

Top 9 Highlights of Southern

In Vietnam’s southern highlands the scenery is spectacular and the climate soothing. No wonder the colonial powers sought out Dalat as their Summer retreat. Head towards the coast and the beach lover has a number of options: a busy resort in Nha Trang with some fantastic hotels or the lesser known and quieter resorts of Phan Thiet and Phu Quoc - a tough choice! The tropical south also offers nightlife and an exciting buzz in the former Saigon or for a more relaxing time journey deep into the Mekong Delta and witness a lifestyle and tradition that has changed little over the years. A wonderful part of this versatile country.


Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City), Vietnam

Nha Trang

Nha Trang Beach, Vietnam

The coastal city of Nha Trang is around 275 miles from Ho Chi Minh City and its 4 mile stretch of beach is considered one of the jewels of Vietnam's long coastline. Nha Trang is blessed with deep, quiet and warm waters all the year round.

Dalat

Dalat - Honeymoon vacation in Vietnam Highlands

Dalat is located in Lam Dong province, approximately 125 miles northeast of Ho Chi Minh City, at an elevation of 1,500 m. Founded by the French colonial administration in 1912, Dalat was once called Le Petit Paris and was established as a place to retreat to from Saigon during the hot season.

Phan Thiet and Mui Ne

Phan Thiet and Mui Ne, Vietnam

Once a Cham stronghold, Phan Thiet has in recent years been a major fishing town. These days it is developing a reputation as one of Vietnam’s best beach resorts. New hotels are opening along Mui Ne Beach and now there are a number of good hotels to suit all budgets.

Cat Tien National Park

Cat Tien National Park, Vietnam

Cat Tien National Park is an important nature reserve in southern Vietnam, located between Saigon and Dalat, and now world famous as a sanctuary for the Javan Rhinoceros. It is also part of the wet tropical forest complex and one of the largest natural forests remaining in Vietnam with an estimated 230 species of birds.

Ho Chi Minh City

Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon, is a bustling, energetic city which is embracing the new lease of economic life that Vietnam is experiencing. With its tropical climate and constant buzz it may have more in common with Bangkok than the more sedate Hanoi, which is some 1,080 miles away.

Can Tho

Floating Market in Can Tho, Vietnam

Can Tho is located in the centre of the Mekong Delta, 100 miles from Ho Chi Minh City, on the Hau River which is considered to be the region’s benefactor as its yearly floods deposit large quantities of alluvia over the paddy fields.

Mekong Delta

Mekong Delta Vietnam

At the southernmost part of Vietnam lies a flat and lush area of land known as the Mekong Delta. The miles of inter-connecting canals and rivers here are known by locals simply as "the green lungs of the Mekong".

Phu Quoc Island

Phu Quoc Island, Vietnam

Sitting in the Gulf of Thailand, the island of Phu Quoc is about the same size as Singapore and is the largest of all the Vietnamese islands. The island offers visitors a mix of mountains, lush forest covered hills, waterfalls, bubbling streams and some of Vietnam’s best beaches.

Con Dao Islands

Con Dao Islands, Vietnam

The little known Con Dao Islands are situated off the southern coast of Vietnam, around 140 miles from Ho Chi Minh City, and are best reached by a short flight from HCMC or a 5 hour speedboat journey. This island group consists of 16 mountainous islands and islets with an indigenous population of approximately 5000 people.

South Vietnam Tours

• Ho Chi Minh City Tour - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Highlights Of Mekong Delta - 2 Days/ 1 Night
• Relaxing Tour - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• In Mekong Delta To Be A Real Vietnamese Farmer - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• The Cuisine And Culture At The South - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Exciting Of South Vietnam - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Southern Escape - 9 Days/ 8 Nights

Top 10 highlights in Laos

Top 10 Highlights and Destination to Visit in Laos

 

1. Try an interactive cooking class to discover unique cuisine of Laos.

 

Cooking class in Laos

 

2. Visit the remote 4,000 Islands region in Laos for untouched beauty and rare flora and fauna.

 

4,000 Islands in Laos

 

3. Chat with local monks at a temple, an enlightening experience.

 

Chat with local monks at a temple, Laos

 

4. Swim in the refreshing waters at Kuang Si Falls.

 

Kuang Si Falls in Luang Prabang, Laos

 

5. Meet the locals during a game of Petanque, a national pastime.

 

Playing Petanque in Laos

 

6. Learn about traditional activities with your Kamu hosts and fall asleep to the sounds of nature at Kamu Lodge.

 

Kamu Lodge, Laos

 

7. Witness hundreds of monks collecting alms at dawn in Luang Prabang.

 

Monks collecting alms in Luang Prabang, Laos

 

8. See the mysterious Plain of Jars, steeped in legend.

 

The Plain of Jars, Laos

 

9. Soak up the laid-back charms of the upper Mekong on a slow boat journey.

 

Nam Song River in Vang Vieng, Laos

 

10. Kayak down the Nam Song River in Vang Vieng amidst gorgeous limestone scenery

 

Vang Vieng's Limestone Karsts Landscape, Laos

 

Related Tours in Laos:

• Miracle of the North - 6 Days/ 5 Nights
• Amazing Laos - 6 Days/ 5 Nights
• Ancient Laos - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Vientiane - Luang Prabang - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Luang Prabang - Vientiane - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Hidden Delights of Laos - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Laos Sightseeing - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Laos Intangible Charms - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Luang Prabang - 3 Days/ 2 Nights

Top 10 highlights in Cambodia

Top 10 Highlights in Cambodia and Destinations to visit

 

1. Be daring and try the local delicacy - fried spiders!

 

Try the local delicacy - Fried Spiders

 

2. Watch the sun’s first rays hitting the incredible temples of Angkor.

 

Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Cambodia

 

3. Receive a water blessing from a Buddhist monk at the beautiful Tep Pranamm pagoda inside Angkor Thom.

 

Buddhist monk at Angkor Thom

 

4. Get off the tourist trail at Sambour Prei Kuk, one of the lesser-visited temples.

 

Sambour Prei Kuk Temples, Cambodia

 

5. Stop at the local market on the way to Boeng Mealea to experience local life.

 

Stacked fruit at a local market, Cambodia

 

6. Cruise past the magnificent floating villages lit by the warm glow of the evening sun on Tonle Sap Lake.

 

Floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia

 

7. Explore the deserted French beach villas in Kep.

 

French beach villas in Kep, Cambodia

 

8. Eat fresh seafood at Cambodia's fledgling beach resort, Sihanoukville.

 

Eat fresh seafood at Sihanoukville Beach, Cambodia

 

9. Experience the contrasts of Phnom Penh at the Royal Palace, National Museum, Tuol Sleng, the Killing Fields and get to know the locals in this enigmatic city.

 

Inside Temple in Cambodia

 

10. Enjoy a meal at Friends restaurant in Phnom Penh, knowing you are supporting their work in helping youth on the streets.

 

Delightful service at Friends, Phnom Penh

 

Tours in Cambodia

• Impressive Cambodia - 7 Days/ 6 Nights
• Charms of Cambodia - 5 Days/ 4 Nights
• Angkor Magnificence - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Highlights of Cambodia - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Cambodia Spotlights - 4 Days/ 3 Nights
• Siem Reap to Angkor Wat - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Tour in Siem Reap and Angkor Wat - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Highlight Ancient City - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Classic tour in Phnom Penh - 3 Days/ 2 Nights
• Siem Reap and Angkor Wat tours - 2 Days/ 1 Night

Top 10 Highlights in Vietnam

Top 10 Highlights and Experiences in Vietnam

 

1. Cruise amongst thousands of limestone islands on Halong Bay

 

Halong Bay in Vietnam

 

2. Sit with the deaf and mute workers that run the Healing the Wounded Heart shop as they show you how to make your own souvenir.

 

Healing the Wounded Heart shop

 

3. Explore Hoi An's ancient streets, filled with historic buildings, tailors and boutiques, and delectable cuisine.

 

Hoi An's Ancient Streets, Vietnam

 

4. Experience the daily life of a local in Hoi An, and learn to paddle your own basket boat.

 

Learning to paddle a basket boat in Hoi An

 

5. Feast on fresh seafood aboard a private boat on the glistening waters off the coast of Nha Trang.

 

Seafood in Nha Trang

 

6. Cycle Vietnam's busy streets, quiet laneways and country roads.

 

Vietnam Cycling Tour

 

7. Sip a bowl of steaming hot pho overlooking the markets in Saigon.

 

Vietnamese Noodle

 

8. Meet the local ethnic minorities, in the cool mountain air in Sapa.

 

Black H'mong Ethnic Minorities in Sapa

 

9. Visit a tranquil monastery in the former French hill station of Dalat.

 

Tranquil monastery in Da Lat, Vietnam

 

10. Learn about local produce when you join some of the students from Streets cafe in Hoi An for a tour of the market, helping them learn language and interaction skills.

 

Local Market in Vietnam

 

Tours in Vietnam

• Explore the Wonders of Sapa (4 Days/ 3 Nights)
• Enjoy the heaven on Halong Bay (2 days/ 1 night)
• Vietnam from excursion to highlight in style (15 Days/ 14 Nights)
• Vietnam in style (11 days/ 10 nights)
• Vietnam relaxing (10 days/ 9 nights)
• Discovery Vietnam in style (9 Days/ 8 Nights)
• Northern Vietnam Tour (6 Days/ 5 Nights)
• The cuisine and culture at the South (4 Days/ 3 Nights)
• The Heaven On The Sea - Halong Bay (4 Days/ 3 Nights)
• Central Vietnam Explorer (5 Days/ 4 Nights)
• Ho Chi Minh City Tour (3 Days/ 2 Nights)
• Vietnam Beach Tour (14 Days/ 13 Nights)
• Northern Vietnam in Depth (13 Days/ 12 Nights)
• Exciting of South Vietnam (5 Days/ 4 Nights)
• Southern Escape (9 Days/ 8 Nights)
• Highlights of Mekong Delta (2 Days/ 1 Night)