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Trail of the Khmer
18 days ex Bangkok
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Be awed by the ancient temples of Angkor, Visit the notorious Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, Crunch on fried spiders in Skuon, Take a slow boat up the Mekong, Relax at a mountain retreat in Tad Fane, Go caving or tubing in Vang Vieng, Swim under the spectacular Kuang Si Falls, Experience the hustle and bustle of Bangkok
Trek back in time on the trails of the ancient Khmer on a journey through Thailand, Cambodia and Laos. This exciting adventure presents the very best that the region has to offer including the awe-inspiring ruins of Angkor, vibrant cities, remote villages and mighty waterways. Try tubing down the river in Vang Vieng, thumbing down a tuk-tuk in Bangkok, knocking back a jigger of local firewater on Dong Khong Island or haggling at a market in Phnom Penh - colour, culture and adventure, this trip has it all!
Physical Rating: 3
Culture Shock Rating: 3
Accommodation: Hotels/guesthouses (17 nts)
Transportation: Plane, boat, local bus, charter bus, jumbo, bicycle
Trip Style: Intrepid Original
Group Size: Maximum of 12 travellers per group
Departure: Departure is guaranteed
Budget: Allow USD $250 for meals not included.
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| Call (888) 291-0999 for more information or to book today! Mention code 6068186 | | Intrepid Travel | | | | Day | Destination | Description | | Day 1 | Bangkok | Take to the streets on a tuk-tuk or to the Chao Phraya River in a water taxi for an introduction to Bangkok city life. | | Days 2-4 | Siem Reap/Angkor Wat | Elaborate age-old temples and awe-inspiring architecture are next on the agenda - and a visit to the mysterious Ta Prohm is a must. | | Days 5-6 | Phnom Penh | Make a visit to S-21, now a museum filled with haunting prisoner photos and horrible intruments of torture, before heading out to the notorious Killing Fields of Choeng Ek to pay your respects. | | Day 7 | Kratie | Try some fried spiders in Skuon if you dare, en route to Kratie, home of rare Irrawaddy dolphins. | | Days 8-9 | Don Khong | Take a slow boat up the Mekong and stop for the night on Don Khong Island, famed for brewing Laos' finest firewater - lao-lao. | | Day 10 | Tad Fane | Make for our mountain hideaway today, where there's time to explore nearby hilltribe villages, marvel at the scenery or trek to spectacular waterfalls. | | Days 11-12 | Vang Vieng | Nestled amid dramatic limestone mountains studded with mysterious caves, Vang Vieng is a spelunker's dream. For the more adventurous, try taking on the river rapids in a rubber tube. | | Days 13-15 | Luang Prabang | Hop into a jumbo and head to the fabulous Kuang Si Falls for an invigorating afternoon dip. | | Days 16-17 | Vientiane | Scour the morning market for souvenirs, wander the gilded Pha That Luang or simply kick back with a Beer Lao in one of the many riverside stilt restaurants. | | Day 18 | Bangkok | The journey comes full circle on return to the bright lights of Bangkok. |
| | | * The prices listed are based on the costs and exchange rates current at the
time of printing/posting. Intrepid reserves the right to alter these prices
at any time. For trips departing between 01 January 2007 and 31 December
2007, the land price of your trip is guaranteed when you have paid in full.
For trips departing beyond 31 December 2007, prices are indicative only. The
itineraries and dates online and in our printed brochures are applicable
from 01 January 2007 until 31 December 2007. Beyond 31 December 2007 dates
and itineraries are indicative only and are subject to change. All
information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at time of
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significant) can and do occur. Intrepid will make every effort to keep you
informed of any changes, but cannot be held liable for any alterations made
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Intrepid group trips only. Variations may apply for Intrepid Independent
trips.
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cancellation is the date on which the written cancellation is received by
Intrepid.
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