Ancient Kingdoms of Asia
Photo tour in Thailand, Laos, Cambodia | 14 days ex Bangkok | US$4,100
Photographic journey across South-East Asia to explore temples, kingdoms and cultures - Designed by photographers for photographers.
Explore four classic South-East Asian destinations and hone your travel photography skills under the guidance of award-winning photographer Ewen Bell. With visits to the Angkor temples, the former Laos capital of Luang Prabang as well as Thailand's bustling Bangkok and northern capital Chiang Mai, this tour gives you all the highlights in one fantastic journey.
The itinerary is designed to give you time to experience and photograph each destination at its best, plus one-on-one assistance from the professional photographer who designed the tour.
Itinerary
Days 1-3 | Bangkok, Thailand
Starting in the Thai capital we'll show you ancient temples, quiet laneways and eat some great food before boarding a sleeper train to the north.
Days 4-6 | Chiang Mai, Thailand
The Lanna Kingdom was based out of modern day Chiang Mai. Visit the elephants at Lampang, enjoy the view from Wat Doi Suthep and take in the famous nightmarket.
Days 7-10 | Luang Prabang, Laos
A short flight takes us to one of Asia's most beautiful places. Luang Prabang was the former Lao capital and is now a beautifully preserved mix of French colonial architecture and ancient Buddhist temples. Rise early to see the daily alms collection by the towns many monks, learn the secrets of delicious Lao cusine and relax in one of the many cafes.
Days 11-14 | Angkor Kingdom, Cambodia
We fly onto Siem Reap, our base for exploring the temples of the Angkor Kingdom including the famous Angkor Wat. We will see some of the more well known temples and also travel out to more distant sites where fewer people venture. On the final day of the tour we fly to Bangkok where you can connect to your homeward flights.
Facts and Information
Style
travel photography
Inclusions
accompanying photographer, photography workshops and notes, tour leader, 3 international flights, Lao and Cambodian visas, many meals, entry fees
Group Size
minimum 4, maximum 8
Accommodation
12 nights comfortable hotel, 1 night sleeper train
Meals Included
13 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
Instructing Photographer
Ewen Bell
Ewen Bell's website and photo tours
Camera Requirements
Digital SLR or Compact Digital
Difficulty Rating
easy
Note
This trip is also suitable for non-photographers. We visit a fantastic variety of locations and there is plenty to do apart from take photos - it really would be a great trip even if it wasn't a travel photographer tour! Non-photographer partners are particularly welcome.
Book now for your free book
When you book on the tour you'll receive a free book to take with you as you travel. "Photography for Travellers" was written by Ewen Bell to inspire, inform and encourage creativity with your camera. Along with techniques and philosophies to discuss on the journey the book includes a wealth of images to illustrate his ideas. The perfect companion for any photographic journey.
Feedback and Reviews
"My third trip with Ewen and Grasshopper Adventures to see the ancient kingdoms of SE Asia was magnificent! I fell in love with the land, the people and the culture and brought back some great photographs and memories. Typical of Grasshopper Adventures, we found things there that no large tour company would ever include. As an example, on the way to visit one of the ancient temples we happened to see a small group of people harvesting rice, so we stopped the bus and our local Cambodian guide asked if they would mind if we took their pictures while they worked. They said yes we could, so we spent at least an hour with them while they worked, talked and laughed. It is interactions like this one that bring you nearer to the people and what I love so much about Ewen's style and Grasshopper Adventures' philosophy on travel. Thanks, guys!"
- Liz, November 2009
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