Involves sustained activity requiring a reasonable level of fitness and endurance.
Starts
Ends
Luang Prabang, Laos
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Highlights
Visit a National Geographic-funded sanctuary with a conservationist to see rescued bears.
Go behind the scenes at Conservation D’Angkor to view rare artifact restoration.
Join a local family for a traditional Lao ritual that gathers and protects the soul.
Savor a six-course feast at Embassy Restaurant while hearing the chef’s personal journey.
Participate in the sacred morning tradition of offering sticky rice to monks in Luang Prabang.
What's Included
Accommodation
Hotel (6 nights)
Meals
6 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 6 dinners Note: Allow USD25-35 for meals not included.
Transport
Private Vehicle, Walking, Boat, Plane, Tuk tuk.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
National Geographic Expedition Leader and National Geographic Expedition Expert
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Dinner at Spoons Restaurant, Siem ReapYour G for Good Moment: New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant Visit and Lunch, Siem ReapYour G for Good Moment: Travel to Conservation D'Angkor by Lady Tuktuk Drivers, Siem ReapYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group, Luang PrabangYour Local Living Moment: Home Experience & Baci Ceremony in Ban Nongkham, Luang PrabangSignature Moment: Kuang Si Waterfall and Bear Conservation Center Visit, Luang PrabangSignature Moment: Conservation D'Angkor Visit, Siem ReapArrival and Departure TransferCultural Foundations at Wat Xieng Thong and Monk ChatOck Pop Tok Founder-Led Visit & Hands-On Dyeing WorkshopAlms Giving & Old Town MorningFree Time in Luang PrabangDinner and Night Market Visit in Luang PrabangSunrise at Angkor WatBayon Temple and Ta Prohm Temple VisitBoat Ride through Kampong KleangBensley’s Bar with Lady Drum Show farewell dinnerEngaging Discussions with the National Geographic Expedition Expert throughoutPorterage at hotels and when getting on and off of vehiclesTips are included for all activities, meals and porterage, except for your Expedition Leader
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Itinerary
Drift from the saffron-robed quiet of Luang Prabang to the jungle majesty of Angkor Wat. Your journey flows from the upper Mekong to the Khmer Empire, weaving together monk blessings, bear rescue, and the resilience of local culture. Guided by experts, step into a story of deep spirituality and enduring stone.
day 1Luang Prabang
Welcome to Laos. Your expedition begins as you touch down in Luang Prabang, a UNESCO World Heritage city nestled at the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan rivers. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel to settle in. Take a moment to absorb the atmosphere of this spiritual center, where golden temple roofs glint through the palm trees and the air is heavy with the scent of frangipani. In the evening, gather with your National Geographic Expedition Leader and fellow travellers for a welcome meeting and dinner to celebrate the start of your expedition through Laos and Cambodia.
Meal
Dinner
Accomodation
The Luang Say Residence (or similar)
Transport
Arrival Transfer
Duration : 0.5 hr
Distance : 7 km
Included Activity
Welcome Moment - Meet Your Expedition Leader and Group
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