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Prasat Mueang Tam
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Prasat Phanom Rung
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Prasat Ta Muean Tot |
Since 1992 when UNESCO included Angkor as a World Heritage site, tourism has increased steadily. This premier historical site has attracted thousands of visitors, introducing them to the Khmer culture. Unknown to most of the world is the Khmer cultural road leading from Angkor Wat through moutain passes into Thailand. Our tours follow this ancient route, and include full-day guided experiences at the Grand Stone Sanctuaries of Phra Wihan, Sa Kamphaeng Yai, Si Khoraphum, Ta Muean, Mueang Tam, Phanom Rung and Prasat Phimai. Additional stone sanctuaries along this route will be explored. Pha Taem National Park and Kasang Tana National Park are also included and feature traditional musicians and dancers performing. Emerald Triangle Tours has created travel adventures within the Emerald Triangle area of Thailand. All itineraries are designed around World Heritage sites. Scenic National Parks with cultural shows, including regional music and dance with traditional constumes are highlights of this anthropological tour. |
Where
the Thailand, Cambodia and Laos borders meet is an area often referred
to as the Emerald Triangle. This little-traveled area is home to
magnificent stone sanctuaries, built by the ancient Khmer civilization,
national parks, beautiful rivers and mountains that seperate Laos,
Cambodia, and Thailand.|
Prasat Phra Wihan |
Prasat Si Khoraphum |
Prasat Ta Muean Tot |
— Fellow Travelers —
About sixty percent of clients are older adults with the experience of traveling to Angkor Wat.
— Destinations —
Thailand, Laos, Cambodia
— Comfort Zone —
First class hotels and lodges with private bathrooms. Single occupancy if preferred. Meals at hotels and restaurants featuring local and international food. Air-conditioned vans for travel between sites. Easy rating with short, guided walks through ruins and parks.
— Cost —
Prices vary with length of itinerary, but includes all accomodations, meals, transportation, transfers, guide and expedition services, park entry, museum admission and most tips. Tourist Authority-licensed drivers and interpreter provided. International airfaire not included. Example: 14-day Khmer World Heritage Tour costs $2400 US.
— Tour Operator —
Terrell Kaucher is a retired Chief of Police and FBI National Academy Graduate with many years of experience and expertise conducting tours of the Khmer civilization's stone masterpieces.