Vientiane full day highlights
Spend a leisurely morning visiting the tranquil side of Vientiane, Laos’ capital and largest city on the Mekong River near the Thai border. Drive 1 hour southeast of town to Buddha Park. The park, which opened in 1958, is a whimsical sculpture garden filled with Buddhist and religious symbols, featuring a strange large concrete pumpkin […]
A daily life of Laos monks
With some 30 or more temples in Luang Prabang, the town exudes an aura of spirituality. Spend a peaceful late afternoon interacting with Buddhist monks and learning about Buddhism. In late afternoon, proceed to one of the serene monasteries in town in time to hear the chanting of the monks, a peaceful daily ritual. Later, […]
Khmer food tasting experience by tuk tuk at night
Spend the evening with your private guide gaining a genuine insight into Cambodian food the way the locals like it. You will be picked up from your hotel and whisked away by tuk tuk as darkness begins to fall. Make several stops around the town to sample the delicious snacks available on almost every corner, walk through the […]
Dinner with traditional Apsara dance performance
Traditional Apsara dancing has a long history in Cambodia, dating back to the 7th century according to some stone temple carvings. In Hindu mythology, Apsaras were beautiful female creatures who descended from heaven to entertain gods and kings with their dancing. This traditional dance is meaningful in many ways as it constitutes a link between the […]
Visit to Angkor Thom & Ta Phrom
Visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire, and its centerpiece, the Bayon temple. When you get closer, you’ll find the enigmatic faces of previous King Jayavarman VII smiling at you from every angle. Your guide will take you to the Terrace of the Elephants, which served as a platform for the King to […]
Angkor temple with Khmer scholar
Visit Angkor Wat, one of the world’s modern wonders and most important religious sites, with a renowned Khmer scholar. He will be able to share his wide experience with you and provide you with a succinct overview of Khmer history, culture, archaeology, and civilization. He has been working with the Angkor Temple Conservation Institution for many […]
Real life stories of Pol Pot survivor
During this uncivilized period from 1975 to 1979, the Khmer Rouge invaded and killed miliions of innocents, left traumatic memories to Cambodian until now. Today meet up with a Pol Pot survivor who has been trying to move on with his life, listened to the true stories of his own experiences during the Khmer Rouge. The stories are […]
Visit to Phnom Uodong and Kampong Tralach
Spend the day exploring historic temples in the Cambodian countryside around Phnom Penh. Depart on a 1-hour drive to Phnom Udong, Cambodia’s capital between 1618 and 1866 and home to impressive Khmer architecture reflecting Cambodia’s glory days. Explore the ruins scattered across two ridges. The smaller of the two ridges contains two ruined buildings, several stupas, […]
Home hosted meal at Lanna’s house
Step into the heart of Northern Thai culture with an intimate, home-hosted evening unlike any other. Enjoy an exquisite Lanna-style dinner in the private residence of Khun Samrit—renowned academic and visionary designer—set within two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. Wander through his breathtaking traditional home, where soaring teak ceilings, carved woodwork, and classic Lanna architecture […]
Artisans of Chiang Mai
Discover the artistic soul of Northern Thailand on a journey through Chiang Mai’s renowned craft villages. Visit family-run workshops where silk and cotton fabrics are handwoven with timeless skill, and admire the delicate artistry behind handmade umbrellas, each painted with intricate traditional designs. Continue to a local ceramics studio where artisans shape elegant pottery using […]