Discover the best entry points into Cambodia and Laos! From international airports to scenic land borders, plan your seamless journey with eco-friendly Cambodia Tours and tranquil Laos Travel. Book with Legend Travel Group – only 10% deposit until 30 days before departure!
Your Cambodia Tours begin the moment you land (Source: Internet)Written by Tony Bùi, with over 20 years of experience in the travel industry, personally guiding and organizing tours for over 100,000 travellers across Southeast Asia. This guide draws from firsthand insights, guest feedback from Legend Travel Group surveys.
Cambodia and Laos – two jewels of Indochina – welcome millions of travelers each year through their modern airports, scenic land borders, and serene river ports. Whether you’re touching down in Siem Reap to witness Angkor Wat at sunrise or crossing the Mekong from Thailand into the mystical 4,000 Islands, choosing the right entry point saves time, money, and stress. Legend Travel Group designs seamless itineraries using the most efficient gateways, so your Cambodia Toursbegin the moment you arrive – with only 10% deposit required until 30 days before departure for complete peace of mind.
This guide reveals every official entry point, insider tips from our expert guides, and how to combine them into the perfect multi-country adventure with sustainable Laos Travel.
Huay Xai Boat Station - The most scenic entry point in Southeast Asia (Source: Internet)Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) – Brand-new 2023 gateway, 45 minutes from Angkor Wat. Perfect for sunrise temple tours. Direct flights from Singapore, Seoul, Doha, Kuala Lumpur.
Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) – Capital hub with flights from Bangkok, Singapore, Doha, Seoul, Guangzhou. Ideal start for Killing Fields + city culture combos.
Sihanoukville International Airport (KOS) – Beach gateway for Koh Rong island hops. Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur, Ho Chi Minh City.
Bavet – Moc Bai (Vietnam) – Busiest overland route. Daily buses from Ho Chi Minh City (6 hours).
Poipet – Aranyaprathet (Thailand) – Bangkok to Siem Reap classic (8 hours by private van).
Cham Yeam – Hat Lek (Thailand) – Koh Kong to Trat for island connections.
Trapeang Kriel – Nong Nok Khian (Thailand) – New 2024 border, fastest Stung Treng to Isan route.
O Smach – Chong Jom (Thailand) – Northern gateway to Anlong Veng.
Phnom Penh River Port – Mekong cruise arrivals from Vietnam (Chau Doc – Phnom Penh speedboats).
Koh Kong Sea Port – Ferry arrivals from Thai islands.
Wattay International Airport (VTE) – Vientiane capital hub. Direct flights from Bangkok, Hanoi, Seoul, Singapore, Kunming.
Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) – UNESCO town gateway. Direct from Bangkok, Hanoi, Singapore, Chiang Mai.
Pakse International Airport (PKZ) – Southern hub for 4,000 Islands. Direct from Bangkok, Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City.
Savannakhet International Airport (ZVK) – New 2024 flights from Bangkok.
Friendship Bridge I (Thailand – Vientiane) – Busiest crossing. Train from Bangkok’s Krung Thep Aphiwat Station (20 minutes).
Huay Xai – Chiang Khong (Thailand) – Golden Triangle gateway. Slow boat to Luang Prabang.
Thakhek – Nakhon Phanom (Thailand) – Third Friendship Bridge.
Vang Tao – Chong Mek (Thailand) – Southern route to Pakse.
Boten – Mohan (China) – High-speed train from Kunming (10 hours).
Nam Phao – Cau Treo (Vietnam) – Central Vietnam to Vientiane.
Dansavanh – Lao Bao (Vietnam) – Savannakhet shortcut.
Huay Xai Pier – Mekong slow boat departures to Luang Prabang.
Pakse Pier – 4,000 Islands boat connections.
Train on Friendship Bridge Lao - Cambodia: Future generations start their journey here (Source: Internet)Bangkok → Siem Reap (Poipet border) – Private van 7 hours
→ Continue to Luang Prabang via Pakse (4,000 Islands)
Ho Chi Minh City → Phnom Penh (Bavet border) – Bus 6 hours
→ Fly to Luang Prabang (direct 2 hours)
Hanoi → Vientiane (Nam Phao border) – Overnight VIP bus 24 hours
→ Mekong cruise to Luang Prabang
12-Day Grand Indochina – Enter via Siem Reap (SAI) → Cross to Laos at Vang Tao → Exit via Luang Prabang
8-Day Mekong Discovery – Fly into Phnom Penh → Speedboat to Laos border → Slow boat to Luang Prabang
15-Day Hidden Gems – Bangkok → Poipet → Siem Reap → 4,000 Islands → Pakse → Vientiane
Cambodia: “Sua sdei” greeting with sampeah; remove hats/sunglasses when speaking to officers.
Laos: “Sabaidee” with nop (palms together); smile – the “Land of a Million Smiles” expects it!
Dress: Cover shoulders/knees at all immigration halls (especially Royal Palace transfers).
Tip: Say “arkun” (Cambodia) or “khob chai” (Laos) – officers appreciate the effort.
Luang Prabang Airport - Welcome to the Land of a Million Smiles (Source: Internet)Best Arrival Time: 7–10 AM to avoid queues and enjoy cooler temple visits.
Currency: Carry fresh USD (crisp notes) – both countries accept dollars everywhere.
SIM Cards: Buy at airport arrivals – $5 for 30GB valid both countries.
Transport: Pre-book Legend Travel Group private transfer – driver waits with name sign, no haggling.
Daily costs after entry:
Private airport transfer: $15–$25
Local SIM + top-up: $5
First meal (street food): $2–$5
Legend Travel Group tours include ALL entry fees and transfers
Chong Mek Border - Every crossing supports local communities (Source: Internet)Carbon-offset flights partnered with airlines
Reusable bamboo straws & water bottles provided on every tour
Support local communities at every border crossing
Book your perfect gateway today – only 10% deposit until 30 days before departure!
Cambodia Discovery 7 Days – Enter via Siem Reap (SAI) → All temples + Tonle Sap floating village
Laos Hidden Paradise 9 Days – Cross from Thailand at Huay Xai → Slow boat + Luang Prabang + Vang Vieng
Best of Both Worlds 14 Days – Siem Reap → Phnom Penh → 4,000 Islands → Luang Prabang
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