BURMA & LAOS

WAT THAT LUANG, VIENTIANE

DEAR ADVENTURER
Join me on a journey to some of the least-explored regions of Indochina: Burma (Myanmar)
and Laos. Relatively new to tourism, these two fascinating Buddhist lands offer a vast array of
dazzling historical sites and natural splendors. We begin in the Burmese capital of Rangoon with
a visit to the Shwedagon Pagoda at sunset—an ethereal complex of striking golden-spired temples
and a mecca for Burmese Buddhists. In fabled Mandalay we explore its superb wooden architec-
ture, pagodas, monasteries, and tapestry workshops, then board a restored colonial riverboat for
a cruise down the Irrawaddy River to the 11th-century capital of Pagan. Comprised of literally
thousands of temples, we visit many stunning ancient exa mples, including revered reliquary
shrines, a glistening whitewashed Mon temple, and a Bamar-style brick pagoda. Additional high-
lights and a phenomenon found nowhere else in the world, are the floating gardens of Inle Lake,
as well as the unique boaters who row dexterously with their legs, and a lakeside cave housing
thousands of Buddha images.

As we continue toward Laos, enjoy two nights at Antantara Golden Triangle Resort, one of the
most luxurious spa resorts in all of Th ailand. A two-day cruise into the rarely visited heart of
inner Laos down the Mekong River offers a view of daily rural life and we visit colorful markets
where we have the opportunity to meet the lovely minority tribes-people. We also stop to explore
the famed Buddhist caves at Pak Ou and spend a night right along the banks of the Mekong at a
serene teakwood lodge. Our cruise finishes in the charming town of Luang Prabang, once home
to the royal family. Its palace, pagodas, lovely temples, and truly exotic markets make this World
Heritage Site Laos’ top attraction. Our last stop is the capital of Vientiane, where an unforgettable
experience awaits us as we explore the city’s monuments, temples, and markets. As one of the first
tour leaders to some of these regions, I look forward to sharing my knowledge and passion for the
natural and cultural wonders that we explore. Most of all, it will surely be the encounters with
the welcoming people who make this magical corner of the world an unforgettable and highly
meaningful experience.

Warmest regards,

Gary Wintz
Expedition Leader
WWW.ZECO.COM

Read more about this extraordinary itinerary on our Web site:

• Visit our blog, Zeco Travel Talk, and search for Burma to read blog posts from past expeditions
and about tourism in Burma.
• Search for “Forbidden Lands” on our web site to read Gary’s article on Burma
• Read comments from past travelers at www.zeco.com/testimonials and scroll down to Asia.
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visit with minority tribes-people. We arrive in
Pakbeng and transfer to our riverside lodge,
with breathtaking views over the Mekong.
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DAY 15
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PAK OU / LUANG PRABANG
This morning we visit the colorful and bustling
Pakbeng market. We then board our boat for
the second half of our Mekong River cruise,
ending in charming Luang Prabang. Stop at
Pak Ou to visit the famous Buddhist caves of
Tham Ting. Transfer to Grand Luang Prabang
Hotel for dinner and overnight.
DAY 16
LUANG PRABANG
A full-day tour of this World Heritage Site
showcases the capital of the first Lao Kingdom.
We visit many of the city’s pagodas and
temples, such as Vat Visoun and Vat Aham.
After lunch we visit Vat Mai, famed for its
multi-tiered timber framed roofs and decorated
columns. We enjoy dinner at a local restaurant
and overnight at our hotel.
DAY 17
LUANG PRABANG / VIENTIANE
Early risers will be invited to assist in the
predawn giving of alms to the monks in the
streets of Luang Prabang. After breakfast
we visit the marketplace, then drive to
the airport for our flight to Vientiane. In
Vientiane we transfer to the Lao Plaza Hotel
for dinner and overnight.
DAY 18
VIENTIANE
Today we explore the new capital of Laos.
Our itinerary includes Wat Si Saket, Haw Pha
Kaew Museum, and Pha That Luang—the
Great Sacred Stupa and most important
national monument in Laos—and the Talaat
Sao Market. Th is evening enjoy a farewell
dinner and overnight at our hotel.
DAY 19
VIENTIANE / BANGKOK,
THAILAND / USA
After breakfast transfer to Vientiane Airport
for your independent fl ight to Bangkok and
then connect with fl ights to the USA.

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for my travel package located in this brochure as well as the complete set of terms and conditions located at www.zeco.com/terms and
I acknowledge that these terms and conditions affect my legal rights and agree to be bound by their terms. My signature also signifies
my intention to relieve and indemnify Zegrahm Expeditions, Inc d/b/a “Zegrahm Expeditions and Eco-Expeditions”, its owners, officers,
directors, employees, affiliates, agents, contractors and subcontractors from any liability for personal injury, property damage or wrongful
death which I might suffer during my participation in the scheduled trip.

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BURMA & LAOS

DATES & RATES

DATES
FEBRUARY 1 – 19, 2011

RATES
$9,780 per person, double occupancy $3,980 single supplement*
Limited to 20 expedition members.

INCLUDED: All accommodations and meals as outlined in the itinerary; group transfers;
guided excursion as stated in the itinerary; entrance fees at sites; all gratuities; $50,000
of emergency sickness/accident medical expenses and $75,000 in evacuation insurance;**
domestic air transportation within Burma and Laos.

NOT INCLUDED: All air transportation except as listed above; excess baggage charges; airport
arrival and departure taxes; transfers for independent arrivals and departures; passport and/or
visa fees; accident/baggage/cancellation insurance; items of a personal nature such as laundry,
bar charges, alcoholic beverages, e-mail/Internet/fax/telephone charges.

AIR FARE: A tentative flight schedule is available upon request. Eco-Expeditions will contact
you approximately 180 days prior to the departure of this program to finalize your flight plans.
As of March 2010, the approximate economy air fare as listed in the itinerary is $1,651 for
Los Angeles/Bangkok/Rangoon – Vientiane/Bangkok/Los Angeles. Additional fares from
other cities will be quoted as needed.

All rates are per person, quoted in U.S. dollars, and must be paid in U.S. dollars. Rates and
itineraries are subject to change.

*A limited number of single accommodations are available.

**Insurance is underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa. The Policy will contain
reductions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions. All coverages may not be available in all states.

The program to Burma & Laos was exceptional.

The best tour leader and local guides, beautiful
hotels in exotic places, river cruises, a balloon
ride, floating villages and leg rowers on Inle Lake
— plus surprises set up by Gary Wintz our tour
leader. – J. & P. Sanderson