Laos and Cambodia Adventure Tours with Tribal Encounters

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Hidden in the mountains of northern Laos, amongst Siam's richest jungle foliage and against a backdrop of rugged limestone cliffs, live Southeast Asia's most intriguing hill tribes. Come on an adventure tour that starts with dipping your toes into the mighty Mekong River and ends with sunrise at the Hindu temples of Angkor Wat. Travel beyond the cacophony of Thailand to meet the peaceful tribes who inhabit the beautiful hilltop regions of Indochina and learn the history that both binds and separates each magnificent group.

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		From deep within majestic forests, the piercing screams of Brown Hornbills echo from the canopies of towering trees. Stunning Southeast Asian orange sunrises rest on the horizon highlighting mountains shrouded in mist. From the balcony of a clan longhouse, you survey the splendor of the view and exalt in the jungle wildlife of northern Laos. Each village will be our home during our stay and will grant us a unique glimpse into the heart of this region.


		The trans-migration of tribes throughout Southeast Asia has created many fascinating cultures, the greatest beneficiary being the refuge of northern Laos. Fascinating hill tribes including Laos' original inhabitants, the Khmu, still call the remote but beautiful mountains of northern Laos home. Their traditional religions center around phi (spirits), with fascinating differences between each tribal group. We will ensure you understand a little bit about these spiritual customs, as some tribes consider unknown travelers to be powerful and often dangerous spirits!


		The region's most enthralling cultural draw is Angkor Wat, where stone temples mark the center of the ancient Khmer Empire. Two hours south will take you to remote and pristine, unnamed beaches. Cross from Laos into China and you can choose from beautiful Yunan, spiritual Tibet , or visit the Terracotta Warriors. Nearby Chiang Mai in Northern Thailand, is now the region's foremost backpacker haven.