THAILAND AND CAMBODIA TOUR 9 DAYS

Experience the beautiful landscape in Thailand and Cambodia holiday

Thailand and Cambodia tour 9 days

Discover the river life of the local people, temples, local attractions and natural wonders

This itinerary will come into effect from January 1 to December 31

Destination:

Bangkok/Kanchanaburi/Ayuthaya/Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

From $ / Person

Destination: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi/Ayuthaya/Phnom Penh/Siem Reap

Thailand and Cambodia 9 day tour is the best way to get to know the depth of the two country’s true beauty. You’ll discover the river life of the local people, temples, local attractions and natural wonders

Put the bustling capital of Thailand – Bangkok on your first-hand part of the tours. Experience the unique charm of Bangkok, from the city’s most splendid temples to its evocative floating markets. You will enjoy the beautiful landscape by land and water routes.

Keep the tours on boarding flight to Cambodia, the Kingdom of mysterious ancient temples. Start visiting Cambodia by explore the city with full of attractions and memorable places – Phnom Penh. Cruise along the mighty Mekong river to Koh Dach Island to experience the daily life of local people. Continue the tours to Siem Reap, visit all the most famous temples here, enjoy marvelous sunset view of Angkor Wat. This is an unforgettable tour to get closer to Thailand and Cambodia in their spirit, culture and beauty.

THAILAND AND CAMBODIA TOUR 9 DAYS

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner, G=Guide

 

Day 1: Bangkok arrival (D, G)

Arriving at the airport in Bangkok, you’ll be met and driven to your hotel. You’ll then be free until be picked up to the local restaurant for your dinner with one of our representative. You’ll spend the night in Bangkok.

 

Day 2: Bangkok (B, L, G)

In the morning, you’ll start a tour of Bangkok with a longtail boat trip along the Chao Phraya River and the many lively inner canals which provide some fantastic views of the local life close up. Along the way you’ll make a stop at Wat Arun, the temple of Dawn, before continuing to the Grand Palace, dedicated to the Thai Royal Family’s ceremony. Nearby is the magnificent Wat Phra Kaew, which is famous for the Emerald Buddha Image. After seeing this complex, you’ll drive through the many vibrant streets of China Town to some of the most significant temples in Bangkok. The landmark of Wat Traimit is well known as the Golden Buddha Temple while Wat Pho houses a gigantic Reclining Buddha. You’ll spend the night in Bangkok.

 

Day 3: Bangkok/Kanchanaburi (B, L, G)

Drive south of Bangkok to the garden province of Samut Songhkhram in the Mae Klong river delta area, you’ll first visit a unique country market along the railway tracks. Afterwards you’ll continue to Tha Kha, one of the many floating markets where local people come together to sell their produce. You’ll then take a fascinating paddleboat journey through the waterways to visit a family that makes coconut sugar syrup at their teak house. After a glass of the sweet juice, you’ll cruise through the maze of canals heading to Damnern Saduak Floating Market. After strolling around the market, you’ll continue to Kanchanaburi for lunch at a local restaurant overlooking the famous bridge on the River Kwai, built by Allied prisoners of war during World War II. You’ll also visit the JEATH Museum before driving to your riverside resort. The drive continues to Tiger Temple in the afternoon to visit the home of wild tigers, and where the tiger you can see close and touchable. After visiting these sites, you’ll board on the train ride along the Death Railway, then check in your hotel and free on your own. You’ll spend the night in Kanchanaburi.

 

Day 4: Kanchanaburi/Ayuthaya/Bangkok (B, L, G)

In the morning, you’ll visit the most important of the ruined temples in Ayuthaya historical park – the Wat Pra Si San Phet, Wihan Pra Mongkhon Bophit and Wat Chaiwattanaram. Continue to Bangkok Pa In Palace for summer palace of the early of Bangkok. Lunch at local restaurant and proceed to Bangkok for check into hotel and free at own leisure.

 

Day 5: Bangkok/Phnom Penh (B, G)

After breakfast, you’ll be free until your driver arrives to take you to the airport for your flight to Phnom Penh. Arriving at Phnom Penh International airport, you’ll be met and driven to your hotel. The rest of day will be your own. You will spend the night at hotel in Phnom Penh.

 

Day 6: Phnom Penh (B, L, G)

In the morning, you will visit Koh Dach Island by boat on the Mekong River to see the daily life of the villagers and weaving villages.

This afternoon, you will continue your tours with the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda. Located within the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. The treasures found inside include a solid gold Buddha encrusted and weighing 90kilograms and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha, Tuol Sleng Museum with its disturbing account of Pol Pot’s reign of terror as well as Wat Phnom Hill, where you can view the sunset from its top. You will spend the night in Phnom Penh.

 

Day 7: Phnom Penh/Siem Reap (B, L, G)

After breakfast, you’ll be free until your driver arrives to take you to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Arrive at Siem Reap International Airport, the car will pick up and take you to visit Preah Khan, built by the King Jayavarman VII and, like Ta Prohm, a place of towered enclosures and shoulder-hugging corridors. Unlike Ta Prohm, however, the temple of Preah Khan is in a reasonable state of preservation and ongoing restoration efforts should maintain and even improve this situation. Neak Pean, a fountain (built in the middle of a pool and representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake), the temple of Ta Som, as well as the unique brick sculptures of Prasat Kravan.

After having lunch in the local restaurant, you will visit the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century). See the South Gate with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and Bayon Temple (unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara). Sunset at Pre Rup. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap.

 

Day 8: Siem Reap (B, L, G)

In the morning, you’ll visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor: Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. Angkor Wat’s five towers symbolize Meru’s five peaks – the enclosed wall represents the mountains at the edge of the world and the surrounding moat, the ocean beyond.

After lunch, you’ll visit Ta Prohm, one of the most beautiful temples in the area. Ta Prohm has been left relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. Visit also Chau Say Tevoda and Thommanon. You will spend the night in Siem Reap.

 

Day 9: Siem Reap departure (B, G)

After breakfast, you’ll be free until your driver arrives to take you to the airport for your departure flight.

Price in US$ per person:

 

Our price includes:

  • Breakfast and accommodation sharing a twin or double room
  • Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned car as specified in the itinerary above
  • Travel by private, air-conditioned car with an experienced, safe driver.
  • The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary except leisure time
  • Meals as indicated (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
  • Domestic flight ticket in Cambodia: Phnom Penh-Siem Reap and the airport tax
  • Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the programme.
  • Boat cruise as mentioned
  • VAT and other taxes

 

Our price does not include:

  • International flight tickets and airport tax.
  • Visas
  • Other meals not mentioned.
  • Drinks, gratuities, tips and personal expenses.
  • Insurance.

 

Hotel list for Five Star standard:

  • Bangkok: Amari Watergate Hotel (***** overlooking views of the city centre) or similar
  • Kanchanaburi: Dheva Mantra Resort & Spa (***** very good new hotel on the bank of the Kwai river, near the bridge) or similar
  • Phnom Penh: Intercontinental Hotel (***** the centerpiece of a secure integrated commercial and retail complex overlooking a lush Khmer inspired garden, highly recognized levels of service) or similar
  • Siem Reap: Angkor Palace Resort (***** first Cambodian-owned premier luxury five-star resort accommodation) or similar

 

Hotel list for Four Star standard:

  • Bangkok: Hotel Century Park (**** city centre) or similar
  • Kanchanaburi: River Kwai Village hotel (convenient and beautiful nature) or similar
  • Phnom Penh: Sunway Hotel (**** surrounded by prestigious locations and avenues) or similar
  • Siem Reap: Tara Angkor Hotel (**** 5km to Angkor, short ride to the centre of town) or similar

 

Hotel list for Three Star standard:

  • Bangkok: Bangkok Palace hotel (*** centrally located at the heart of Pratunam, Bangkok’s commercial shopping and entertainment district) or similar
  • Kanchanaburi: River Kwai Village hotel (convenient, beautiful nature) or similar
  • Phnom Penh: Lux Riverside (*** ideally located in the heart of the vibrant and most touristic street) or similar.
  • Siem Reap: Casa Angkor Hotel (*** conveniently location, 10 minutes drive to the world famous Angkor Temples) or similar.

 

If, at the time of booking, any hotels or rooms in the list above are fully booked, we will endeavour to find accommodation of a similar standard elsewhere. If the only available accommodation is of a higher or lower standard, we will revise the price accordingly and consult you immediately.

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