Private 13 Days Cambodia and Thailand Guided Trip

Overview

Day by day itinerary

1. 1Welcome at Siem Reap Airport, Transfer to the Hotel⌄

   Welcome to book this Cambodia and Thailand tour! Upon your arrival at Siem Reap airport, you will be warmly welcomed by your local guide and the driver. Then a comfortable ride will transfer you to the well-selected hotel downtown. For the rest of the day, you can either take a break in the hotel or explore the city by yourself.

   Overnight: Tara Angkor Hotel, Siem Reap (4 stars) or similar

2. 2Siem Reap: Bayon Temple, Angkor Wat, Phnom Bakheng Temple, and Apsara Dinner Show⌄

   After breakfast, we will dive into the large-scale ancient capital, Angkor Thom, which was built in the 9th century. In the ancient city center stands the famous Bayon Temple, where your guide will help you uncover the secrets of the “Khmer Smile”.

   Then, proceed to the Terrace of Elephants, a viewing platform once for the kings to hold military parades and ceremonies, and the Terrace of the Leper King.

   Then follows a visit to Angkor Wat, the crown jewel of the Angkor complex and the largest remaining religious site in the world.

   After that, climb up a hill to the Phnom Bakheng Temple and enjoy a stunning sunset.

   ★ Feast Your Eyes on Apsara Dance Show Inscribed on UNESCO’s List: In the evening, we specially arrange a splendid Apsara Dinner Show for you.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner

   Overnight: Tara Angkor Hotel, Siem Reap (4 stars) or similar

3. 3Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Sunrise, Banteay Srei Temple, Preah Khan Temple & Ta Prohm Temple⌄

   The sunrise over Angkor Wat, highly praised as one of the most beautiful sunrises in the world, cannot be missed. Tip: Depending on the weather, the exact day to watch the sunrise can be flexibly arranged on any of your three days in Siem Reap. Then we’ll drive for around 1 hour to admire the Banteay Srei Temple, famed as the "Jewel of Khmer Art".

   Afterward, we’ll stop at some local villages to sightsee the characteristic buildings and delve into the local lifestyle. After that, return to the downtown area to visit the Preah Khan Temple, whose name literally means the ‘sacred sword’.

   Then, proceed to the mind-blowing Ta Prohm Temple, whose pagodas are amazingly tangled with giant tree roots.

   Finally, we will visit uncompleted Ta Keo Temple. Climb it up to enjoy the stunning sunset.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Tara Angkor Hotel, Siem Reap (4 stars) or similar

4. 4Boat Trip on Tonle Sap Lake, Fly to Bangkok of Thailand⌄

   Drop by People Who Float on Tonle Sap Lake and Never Go Ashore After breakfast, we’ll take a boat to the Tonle Sap Lake, where you can witness different life scenes. People here live in houseboats and colorful wooden stilt houses, which remain atop the water’s surface with the rising lake in the rainy season.

   Afterward, you’ll be transferred to the airport and catch your 1h10min flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, your Bangkok guide and the driver are waiting to escort you to the well-selected hotel.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Centre Point Plus Hotel Silom, Bangkok (4 stars) or similar

5. 5Bangkok: Wat Traimit, Wat Pho, Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew & Wat Arun⌄

   Today your private guide will accompany you to visit some of the most iconic Buddhist temples in Bangkok. Kick off your tour with the Wat Traimit to admire the world's largest pure gold Buddha statue.

   Then follows Wat Pho, which houses the largest reclining Buddha statue in Thailand.

   After that, explore the Grand Palace. This large-scale ancient building complex, where the Thai Kings Rama I to Rama VIII once lived, is the pinnacle of Thai architecture. In the northeast corner sits Wat Phra Kaew, the most famous temple in Thailand.

   Then we’ll take a boat along the Chao Phraya River to sightsee the city and finally reach Wat Arun, also known as the "Eiffel Tower of Thailand", whose main tower features a height of 79 meters (260 feet).

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: Centre Point Plus Hotel Silom, Bangkok (4 stars) or similar

6. 6Bangkok Side Trip to Ayutthaya, Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, Fly to Chiang Rai⌄

   After breakfast, you’ll check out of the hotel with your guide's help and then have a morning excursion to Ayutthaya. Your private guide will show you around some highlights, such as Wat Mahathat, which boasts one of the seven wonders of Thailand, "Buddha head wrapped in tree roots"; Wat Yai Chaimongkhon, the oldest temple in the city; and Wat Chaiwatthanaram in the style of Angkor Wat in Cambodia. Your private guide will show you around these highlights.

   Afterward, enjoy a leisurely wander around the well-preserved Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, the largest and most magnificent summer residence of Thai Kings. Accompanied by the guide, you can admire Wat Niwet Thammaprawat, a unique Gothic-style Buddhist temple practicing Thai religious rituals.

   After that, a comfortable private ride will take you to the airport for your 1h15min flight to Chiang Rai. Upon landing, your local guide will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: The Legend Chiang Rai (4 stars) or similar

7. 7Chiang Rai: Visit Golden Triangle by Mekong River Cruise, Hall of Opium, Tribal Villages⌄

   After breakfast, today’s journey will begin with an exploration of the Golden Triangle of the Mekong River, where Thailand, Myanmar and Laos meet. We’ll first take a long-tail boat along the Mekong River for about 30 minutes to admire its amazing natural scenery. Then you’ll be accompanied to the Hall of Opium, where you can get deep insights into the region’s drug trade history through exhibits on poppy botany, harvesting, processing, the Opium War, medicinal uses of opium, etc.

   After lunch, let’s drop by the Akha and Yao Tribal Villages to get a glimpse of their indigenous lifestyles. After the visit, you’ll be transferred back to the hotel in Chiang Rai.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: The Legend Chiang Rai (4 stars) or similar

8. 8Drive to Chiang Mai: Wat Rong Khun, Mae Kachan Hot Spring Resort & Wat Phra Singh⌄

   After breakfast, we’ll drive 3 hours to Chiang Mai. En route, drop by the Wat Rong Khun, aka White Temple, which charms you with its pure white architecture.

   Then we’ll make a brief stop in Mae Kachan Hot Spring Resort to let the minerals and heat help you relieve the fatigue.

   Upon arrival in Chiang Mai, your guide will accompany you to wander around the main market area and pay a visit to Wat Phra Singh to admire the solemn Phra Buddha Sihing statue. After that, your private driver will escort you to the hotel. You can go out and explore on your own if you still have energy.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: The Rim Resort, Chiang Mai (4 stars) or similar

9. 9Chiang Mai Old Town, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Wat Jed Yod, Wat Suan Dok⌄

   After breakfast, we’ll devote the whole morning to exploring the Chiang Mai Old Town, which boasts famous temples, distinctive bars, craft markets, art galleries and cozy cafes. Tip: Every Saturday morning at 7:00, an alms-giving is held at the Wat Chedi Luang in the center of the Old Town, and you can get a glimpse into it if you wish.

   After that, head to Wat Phra That Doi Suthep on the Doi Suthep Mountain, where you can have a bird's-eye view of the city on its observation deck.

   We’ll also visit the Wat Suan Dok, which was served as the royal cemetery.

   We’ll also visit the Wat Suan Dok, which was served as the royal cemetery.

   Today’s tour concludes at San Kamphaeng Handicraft Village to explore pieces of traditional art.

   Meals: Breakfast · Lunch

   Overnight: The Rim Resort, Chiang Mai (4 stars) or similar

10. 10Fly to Phuket Island from Chiang Mai⌄

    You are free this morning to wander around the city by yourself.

    In the afternoon, you’ll be escorted to the airport for the 2-hour flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, your local driver will pick you up and escort you to the hotel, and the rest of the day is free for you.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: The Charm Resort, Phuket (4 stars) or similar

11. 11Free Day on Phuket Island⌄

    For the coming 2 days, you are free to enjoy sunbathing, experience exciting water activities, or explore the nearby gorgeous islands by yourself in Phuket. An island-hopping tour to Racha Island, Coral Island, or Fairy Peninsula can be a good choice.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: The Charm Resort, Phuket (4 stars) or similar

12. 12Another Free Day in Phuket⌄

    Today, you are still free to relax in Phuket. After breakfast, drop by the famous cliff café, Laem Sai Cup Café, to enjoy the incredible sea view of the entire Patong Beach.

    Meals: Breakfast

    Overnight: The Charm Resort, Phuket (4 stars) or similar

13. 13Departure from Phuket⌄

    Today, your Cambodia to Thailand trip comes to an end. We suggest that you depart late and make the most of your remaining hours in Phuket to take in the charm of Patong Beach. Immerse yourself in the laid-back vibe, lying on a lounge chair and soaking up the sun or doing water sports like surfing and water skiing. At the appointed time, your driver will pick you up at the hotel lobby and take you to the airport. Wish you a pleasant journey!

    Meals: Breakfast