Itinerary
- Day 1
Bangkok
You'll arrive in Bangkok and get a warm greeting from local representatives who'll arrange your transfer to the hotel. After that, you have the rest of the day to settle in and adjust to the time zone change. Most travelers use this time to rest or take a short walk around the hotel area to get oriented.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Montien Riverside Hotel or Similar in Bangkok)
- Day 2
Bangkok
This morning you'll head into Bangkok's Chinatown District where the streets are packed with vendors and the smell of street food fills the air. From there, you'll check out the Flower Market (Pak Khlong Talat) which is particularly active early in the day. You'll also see the Golden Buddha at Wat Traimit and then visit the Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit), which has a quieter, more serene feel. By afternoon, you have free time to wander around Bangkok on your own and explore whatever catches your interest.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Montien Riverside Hotel or Similar in Bangkok)
Included Activities
- Stroll through Bangkok's Chinatown District
- Visit the Flower Market (Pak Khlong Talat)
- Visit the Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit)
- Visit the Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit)
Optional Activities
- Asiatique The Riverfront & Dinner Cruise Night Tour - USD$65 per person (minimum 4 participants) - Marvel at the floodlit Grand Palace, golden temples, and river bridges while enjoying a buffet dinner on board
Landmarks Flower Market (Pak Khlong Talat) Temple of the Golden Buddha (Wat Traimit) Marble Temple (Wat Benchamabophit) Grand Palace - Day 3
Bangkok to Pattaya
You'll drive to Pattaya, about two hours south of Bangkok, and the ride takes you through different landscapes as you leave the city. Along the way, you'll stop at the Gems Gallery to see gemstone craftsmanship and finished pieces. Later in the day, head up to Phra Tamnak Mountain Viewpoint where you get a wide view of Pattaya City and the bay below. The drive down from the viewpoint gives you a good sense of how the city is laid out.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LONG BEACH GARDEN HOTEL OR SIMILAR )
Included Activities
- Stop at the Gems Gallery
- Visit Phra Tamnak Mountain Viewpoint
Optional Activities
- The Alcazar Cabaret Show & Dinner - USD$65 per person (minimum 4 participants) - Enjoy a sumptuous seafood buffet with fresh Thai seafood, then immerse yourself in the renowned Thai cabaret show with extravagant costumes, mesmerizing lighting, and captivating music
Landmarks Phra Tamnak Mountain Viewpoint - Day 4
Pattaya
The morning is yours to use however you like, whether that's sleeping in, having a leisurely breakfast, or just relaxing at the hotel. Around midday, you'll head out on a boat to Coral Island (Koh Larn), which is just off the coast. The island has clear water for swimming, white sand beaches, and coral reefs and fish to see if you want to snorkel or dive. Most visitors spend several hours there before heading back to Pattaya.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (LONG BEACH GARDEN HOTEL OR SIMILAR )
Included Activities
- Coral Island (Koh Larn) Tour
Optional Activities
- Elephant World Sanctuary with Lunch - USD$99 per person - Journey to the Rainforest and visit the Elephant World Sanctuary where you'll spend time with rescued elephants roaming freely in their natural habitat. Learn about elephant care and conservation, prepare their food, feed them, assist in their daily bathing ritual in the river, and conclude with lunch at the sanctuary
Landmarks Coral Island (Koh Larn) - Day 5
Pattaya to Bangkok
You'll visit Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan) to see a large Buddha image carved directly into the rock face, which is quite different from what you'd see at temples in the city. Next, you'll stop at the Royal Latex Research & Manufacturing Center to learn how latex is made and to check out products if you're interested. After that, you'll drive back to Bangkok for the night, which takes a couple of hours depending on traffic.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (RAMA GARDEN BANGKOK HOTEL OR SIMILAR)
Included Activities
- Visit Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan)
- Stop at Royal Latex Research & Manufacturing Center
Landmarks Buddha Mountain (Khao Chi Chan) - Day 6
Bangkok to Siem Reap
Early in the day, you'll head out on the drive to Cambodia, covering about 420 km to Siem Reap. The trip normally takes around 6 hours with regular traffic. Along the way, you'll pass through farmland with hills and see locals going about their daily routines. When you reach the border, you'll go through immigration and then meet up with your Cambodia representative. The drive gives you a real sense of the countryside between the two countries.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (REGENCY ANGKOR HOTEL OR SIMILAR)
Optional Activities
- Classical Khmer Dinner & Dancing Show - USD$39 per person - Immerse yourself in a memorable evening in Siem Reap with a delightful dinner complemented by a captivating classical dance performance honoring over a thousand years of tradition from the Age of Angkor
- Day 7
Siem Reap
You'll spend the day exploring Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat, temples that are recognized as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. You'll start at Angkor Thom and walk through the Elephants Terrace and Terrace of the Leper King, which both have detailed carved reliefs. From there, you'll go to Ta Prohm where the jungle has grown over and through the ruins, creating an unusual and atmospheric setting. You'll also visit an Angkor Silk Farm and local craft workshop before heading to Angkor Wat to see the temple's long wall carvings that tell stories from Hindu mythology. It's a full day of walking and taking in the history.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (REGENCY ANGKOR HOTEL OR SIMILAR)
Included Activities
- Explore Angkor Thom
- Visit Ta Prohm
- Visit Angkor Silk Farm and local handicraft workshop
- Explore Angkor Wat
Landmarks Angkor Thom Elephants Terrace Terrace of the Leper King Ta Prohm Angkor Wat - Day 8
Siem Reap
Today is free for you to explore Siem Reap however you want. You might wander through the Old Town, visit local markets, check out other temples in the area, or just take things easy. This gives you a chance to see what interests you most about the city without being on a scheduled tour.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Accommodation
- Hotel (REGENCY ANGKOR HOTEL OR SIMILAR)
Optional Activities
- Tonle Sap Lake & Floating Village Tours with Lunch - USD$65 per person - Cruise this unique floating village and experience the beauty of Southeast Asia's greatest freshwater lake. Explore famous floating villages, immerse yourself in the intriguing atmosphere and watch locals go about their daily life in their extraordinary aquatic environment. Learn from your guide about the Khmer and ethnic Vietnamese and Cham communities, how life evolved around the lake, and the challenges they face. The lake and rivers are designated by UNESCO as a biosphere reserve for their high biodiversity.
Landmarks Tonle Sap Lake - Day 9
Siem Reap Departure
You'll say goodbye to Cambodia and head to the airport for your return flight home. This marks the end of your tour.
