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Cambodia Tours & Trips from Bangkok

Find your perfect adventure! We have 9 tours of Cambodia that start in Bangkok, Thailand. The most popular month is October, and tour lengths range between 5 and 18 days.

9 Cambodia tour packages from Bangkok with 177 reviews

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Simply Southern Indochina

We had an amazing time and Rob what we paid the accomadation was good except for The beautique hotel To Chi Min where my mattress had springs sticking out .I asked for the mattress to be changed but was told they couldn't do that and another room was not available.We were upgraded to a V I P suite after a sleepless night.Unfortunatly we had booked two extra nights but they wanted to put us back in the bad room again.eventually they moved our stuff twice leaving the door wide open with my passport on the top for anyone to take.A friend ordered to oversee this move as we were on a booked excursion.He found our items half moved and complained.Never would we stay there again some money left out had also gone

• 10% deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

• In-depth Cultural

Bangkok of Thailand and The Classic Holiday Beach at Cambodia 18 Days - Private Tour

• Sightseeing

Bangkok & Siem Reap Essential

Enjoyable with history & it’s beauty of Angkor. All Guide in Bangkok and Rep was very good. Thank You !!!

11 Days Beyond the Mekong Thailand & Cambodia Tour (private guide & driver）

• €85 deposit on some dates Some departure dates offer you the chance to book this tour with a lower deposit.

9 Days Beach Break of Thailand & Cambodia (private guide & driver）

Cambodia Express (from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City)

Essential Cambodia

This tour was amazing!! I learned so much about Cambodia and the culture. Our guide fila was absolutely wonderful he really wanted all of us to have a good time. He went above and beyond to make sure we all enjoyed our trip which is difficult to do with a group of people with different interests. This company is extremely lucky to have him as a guide!

Cambodia Adventure

The trip was fantastic overall. I came away feeling like I really got to know what Cambodia is really like. Very sad history but important to learn about. Our guide, Sipha, was awesome as well! He was funny, organized and knew where to take the best pictures in Angkor Wat!

Cambodia: Ancient Ruins & Boat Rides

Amazing destinations with very enthusiastic and friendly guide. Accommodations in the latter half were not the most luxurious, but that didn't really detract from an amazing experience overall.

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Sample BANGKOK-SIEM REAP Itineraries: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Days

Bangkok and Siem Reap are two of the most popular destinations in the Southeast Asian region. Both are world-famous for magnificent ancient temples, vibrant cultural heritage, and warm, hospitable people. The best part, they’re easily accessible from each other by air and by land.

The two great cities are 8-10 hours apart, depending on traffic and including the visa stops on both sides of the border. You can travel by plane, by bus, or a combination of train and bus/car. For more detailed information about traveling overland, read this: Bangkok to Siem Reap by Bus or Train .

In a nutshell, the most efficient, most comfortable overland way is by direct bus. Giant Ibis Bus is the most reputable company operating this route. You can search for buses or reserve a seat here: Bangkok-Siem Reap Bus .

This post features several Bangkok-Siem Reap and Siem Reap-Bangkok itineraries. If you’re visiting just one city, you might want to visit these travel guides instead:

• Bangkok Travel Guide
• Bangkok Itineraries
• Siem Reap Travel Guide

Anyway, here are the sample itineraries. Please note that the budget estimates at the end of each itinerary are bloated in order to cover other incidental costs. As we always say, it’s better to overestimate than under.

We’re using the currencies that are used in respective city. For Bangkok, we use the Thai Baht. For Siem Reap, the US dollar.

Feel free to tweak these itineraries according to your flight schedule, taste, and whatnot.

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Bangkok-Siem Reap Itinerary: 4 Days

Duration: 4 days, 3 nights Stops: Bangkok and Siem Reap Entry point: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Exit point: Siem Reap Airport

Day 2: BANGKOK TEMPLES 06:00am – Wake up call 07:00am – Walk to S2 Sala Daeng BTS Station 07:15am – Take BTS to S6 Saphan Taksin Station, ฿25 07:30am – Walk to Sathorn Pier 07:40am – Board Chao Phraya Express Boat, ฿15 08:00am – Get off at N8 Tha Thien Pier 08:10am – Take the boat to the other side of the river, ฿3 08:20am – Explore Wat Arun, ฿50 09:20am – Take the boat to the other side, ฿3 09:30am – Walk to Wat Pho 09:40am – Wat Pho, ฿100 11:00am – Lunch, ฿100 12:00pm – Walk to Grand Palace 12:30pm – Grand Palace, ฿500 02:30pm – Walk to N9 Tha Chang Pier 02:40pm – Ferry to N10 Siriraj Pier, ฿15 02:50pm – Walk to Sirijaj Museum 03:10pm – Siriraj Museum, ฿200 05:00pm – Walk to N10 Siriraj Pier 05:20pm – Boat to N13 Phra Arthit, ฿15 05:40pm – Walk to Khao San Road 06:00pm – Dinner at Khao San, ฿200 07:00pm – Explore Khao San Road 09:00pm – Taxi to Silom, ฿120

Day 3: TRANSIT TO SIEM REAP 04:00am – Wake up call 05:00am – Hotel check out 05:15am – Walk to BTS Sala Daeng Station 05:40am – BTS to N8 Mo Chit Station, ฿40 06:30am – Buy breakfast or snacks, ฿100 07:45am – Bus to Siem Reap, ฿1093, Reserve here 04:30pm – Arrival in Siem Reap 05:00pm – Hotel check in 06:00pm – Dinner, $4 07:00pm – Angkor Night Market 08:00pm – Pub Street Party 10:00pm – Lights out

Cost Estimate: USD185 (THB5070, PHP9960, SGD255, EUR160), excluding airfare, hotels, and shopping expenses.

Bangkok-Siem Reap Itinerary: 5 Days

Duration: 5 days, 4 nights Stops: Bangkok and Siem Reap Entry point: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Exit point: Siem Reap Airport

Day 5: SIEM REAP CITY TOUR 09:00am – Wake up call, pack up 10:00am – Check out, leave bags 11:00am – Explore Old Market 12:00pm – Lunch, $4 01:30pm – Angkor National Museum, $12 03:30pm – Preah Prom Rath Pagoda 04:30pm – Free time and snack, $4 06:30pm – Back to dinner, pick up bags 07:00pm – Transfer to airport, $5 07:30pm – Flight check in

Cost Estimate: USD210 (THB6886, PHP11310, SGD289, EUR181), excluding airfare, hotels, and shopping expenses.

Bangkok-Siem Reap Itinerary: 6 Days

Duration: 6 days, 5 nights Stops: Bangkok and Siem Reap Entry point: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Exit point: Siem Reap Airport

Day 4: TRANSIT TO SIEM REAP 04:00am – Wake up call 05:00am – Hotel check out 05:15am – Walk to BTS Sala Daeng Station 05:40am – BTS to N8 Mo Chit Station, ฿40 06:30am – Buy breakfast or snacks, ฿100 07:45am – Bus to Siem Reap, ฿1093, Reserve here 04:30pm – Arrival in Siem Reap 05:00pm – Hotel check in 06:00pm – Dinner, $4 07:00pm – Angkor Night Market 08:00pm – Pub Street Party 10:00pm – Lights out

Day 6: SIEM REAP CITY TOUR 09:00am – Wake up call, pack up 10:00am – Check out, leave bags 11:00am – Explore Old Market 12:00pm – Lunch, $4 01:30pm – Angkor National Museum, $12 03:30pm – Preah Prom Rath Pagoda 04:30pm – Free time and snack, $4 06:30pm – Back to dinner, pick up bags 07:00pm – Transfer to airport, $5 07:30pm – Flight check in

Cost Estimate: USD245 (THB8035, PHP13200, SGD337, EUR211), excluding airfare, hotels, and shopping expenses.

Bangkok-Siem Reap Itinerary: 7 Days

Duration: 7 days, 6 nights Stops: Bangkok with Ayutthaya Day Tour and Siem Reap Entry point: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Exit point: Siem Reap Airport

Day 5: TRANSIT TO SIEM REAP 04:00am – Wake up call 05:00am – Hotel check out 05:15am – Walk to BTS Sala Daeng Station 05:40am – BTS to N8 Mo Chit Station, ฿40 06:30am – Buy breakfast or snacks, ฿100 07:45am – Bus to Siem Reap, ฿1093, Reserve here 04:30pm – Arrival in Siem Reap 05:00pm – Hotel check in 06:00pm – Dinner, $4 07:00pm – Angkor Night Market 08:00pm – Pub Street Party 10:00pm – Lights out

Day 7: SIEM REAP CITY TOUR 09:00am – Wake up call, pack up 10:00am – Check out, leave bags 11:00am – Explore Old Market 12:00pm – Lunch, $4 01:30pm – Angkor National Museum, $12 03:30pm – Preah Prom Rath Pagoda 04:30pm – Free time and snack, $4 06:30pm – Back to dinner, pick up bags 07:00pm – Transfer to airport, $5 07:30pm – Flight check in

Cost Estimate: USD295 (THB9680, PHP15900, SGD406, EUR254), excluding airfare, hotels, and shopping expenses.

Bangkok-Siem Reap Itinerary: 8 Days

Duration: 8 days, 7 nights Stops: Bangkok with Ayutthaya Day Tour and Siem Reap Entry point: Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Exit point: Siem Reap Airport

Day 8: SIEM REAP CITY TOUR 09:00am – Wake up call, pack up 10:00am – Check out, leave bags 11:00am – Explore Old Market 12:00pm – Lunch, $4 01:30pm – Angkor National Museum, $12 03:30pm – Preah Prom Rath Pagoda 04:30pm – Free time and snack, $4 06:30pm – Back to dinner, pick up bags 07:00pm – Transfer to airport, $5 07:30pm – Flight check in

Cost Estimate: USD350 (THB11500, PHP18850, SGD482, EUR300), excluding airfare, hotels, and shopping expenses.

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How to Travel by Land from Thailand to Cambodia (A Backpacker’s Guide)

In this article, you will know how to travel by land from Thailand to Cambodia . Thailand and Cambodia are two South East Asian countries you should not miss. If you have at least a week of vacation, you can cross borders and spend a day or three here. Flights are available to or from both countries, but traveling by land is a unique experience.

The guide will mainly focus on Bangkok to Siem Reap. For those coming from Chiang Mai or Phuket, you would most likely stop at Bangkok. Siem Reap is also near the border than Phnom Pehn, Cambodia’s capital. It’s a spot you shouldn’t miss as the Angkor Wat is there. From Siem Reap, though, you can ride a bus to the capital.

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Bangkok, Thailand to Siem Reap by Direct Bus

Many bus companies are catering to travel from Bangkok to Siem Reap. Check out your options:

• Giant Ibis offers luxury buses from Bangkok to Siem Reap
• There are two schedules: 7:45 AM and 8:45 AM
• For the first bust, you’ll need to go to Giant Ibis Stop at Phra Sumen Road that’s near Khao San Road
• For the second bus, you’ll have to go to 12Go Makkasan Station – Airport Link
• Travel time is 8 – 9 hours depending on traffic
• You could ask the crew to help you with your visa on the border; there’s an additional USD 5 service fee; fro Filipinos, it’s visa-free
• It costs THB 1,021; you can also book online for USD 32

Travel Mark Bangkok

• Bus pick-up from Khao San (in front of McDonald’s) in Bangkok
• It costs USD 30 for the 12:45 AM bus while USD 23 for the 8:30 AM bus
• You can book online for your ticket

Nattakan Bus

• Buses are located at Mo Chit Bus Terminal (#21 – 23)
• Bus times are at 8:00 AM and 9:00 AM
• Tickets USD 22 – 28, depending on where you book

Bangkok to Siem Reap (Cutting Trips)

By Train from Bangkok to Aranyaprathet

• Go to Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok
• You can buy tickets at the station for THB 48
• The schedule is 5:55 AM that arrives at 11:35 AM at the border, while the second one is at 1:05 PM that arrives at 5:35 PM in Aranyaprathet

By Bus from Bangkok to Aranyaprathet (Border town)

• Go to Mo Chit Bus Terminal in Bangkok
• Ride a bus there to Aranyaprathet
• Tickets are from THB 190 – 350, depending on the class
• Schedules are as from 3:30 AM to 5:30 PM, almost one bus every 1 to 3 hours
• Travel time is about 5 hours

Crossing the Border

• Go to the border at Rong Klue Market; you can take a taxi or a tuk-tuk
• Pass through the Thailand Immigration Office
• Cross the border and proceed to the Cambodia Immigration Office
• Beware of Scammers!

From Poipet to Siem Reap (border town)

• Ride a Shuttle Bus to the Government terminal for free
• Take a bus from Poipet to Siem Reap
• Tickets are as low as USD 8
• You can also ride a taxi for USD 12 per person (good for four)
• Travel time is about 3 to 4 hours

Travel Tips for your Land travel from Thailand to Cambodia

• Some trains may have free snacks or a store inside, but to be sure, you can buy snacks before you travel in case you get hungry
• Immigration officers most likely would ask for a USD 2 bribe for faster transactions
• Be careful of travel agencies in Khao San that will sell you direct tickets for a low price, most stops at a place where they will tell ask you to pay USD 15 more for your visa
• There are many scammers along the border selling you fake visas as well; you can avoid this by smiling or ignoring them
• I recommend the Giant Ibis direct bus, especially for female travelers; they have Wi-Fi available, too

Transportation Tip: If you’re looking for the cheapest way to book the Trains, Buses, Ferries , Transfers on this route, we use 12Go.Asia to compare the prices!

I hope you have learned how to travel by land from Thailand to Cambodia , particularly Bangkok, to Siem Reap in this article. If you want to go beyond Siem Reap, you can ride a bus there to Phnom Pehn or ride directly from Poipet. Traveling by land is a cheap way to go to Cambodia from Thailand compared to flights. It’s also the best backpacking experience you’ll get. Happy and Safe Travels!

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Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip

Tour Code: BA1.

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BA1 - Option 1: Brief Itinerary - Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip

Return back the same day

Our “Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip, tour code: BA1” has been changed to its original Day Trip without staying overnight in Siem Reap as a brief itinerary below:

Tour starts at 3 AM

Pick you up at your requested location in Thailand includes Bangkok, Pattaya, Laem Chabang Cruise Port, Koh Chang Island, Koh Chang Centre Point Ferry, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi international airport BKK, Bangkok Don Meuang international airport DMK and more upon request.

Chauffeur onward to arrive Poi Pet border at around 6:30 AM (border opens at 6 AM). Upon arrival at our office at the border, you will be met and welcomed by our English speaking guide, then escorted to Thai immigration to proceed leaving Thailand and then to Cambodian immigration to proceed your Cambodian visa on arrival.

After completion of border crossing, you will be chauffeured by our Cambodian driver to Siem Reap, arrive at around 9 AM.

Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you will be met and welcomed by our English speaking guide, get your Angkor temple passes (included), breakfast at local restaurant in front of Angkor Wat (at your own cost) and begin the tour afterward. The temple tour includes the MUST SEE Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm and all other temples in Angkor archeological park.

Lunch at local restaurant (at your own costs)

Continue visit temples and then drive to Siem Reap, stop by Siem Reap market, explore Pub Street areas and city formerly French colonial head quarter.

Leave Siem Reap at 3 PM

Arrive Poipet border at 5 PM (border closes at 10 PM)

Border immigration process half or one hour

Depart border at 6 PM

Arrive at your requested location in Thailand at around 10 PM, includes Bangkok, Pattaya, Laem Chabang Cruise Port, Koh Chang Island, Koh Chang Centre Point Ferry, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi international airport BKK, Bangkok Don Meuang international airport DMK and more upon request.

BA1 - Option 2: Brief Itinerary - Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip

Stay overnight in Siem Reap after the day tour

Continue visit temples. Return to Siem Reap after watching sunset over the top of Phnom Bakheng Hill.

During the night of your stay in Siem Reap, you can enjoy Siem Reap nightlife, night markets, foods and other fun activities in Siem Reap downtown, Pub Street areas and city formerly French colonial head quarter.

Overnight at your hotel in Siem Reap.

Check out and leave hotel at 4 AM (flexible upon request)

Arrive Poipet border at 6 AM (border opens at 6 AM)

Depart border at 7 AM

Arrive at your requested location in Thailand at around 10 AM, includes Bangkok, Pattaya, Laem Chabang Cruise Port, Koh Chang Island, Koh Chang Centre Point Ferry, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi international airport BKK, Bangkok Don Meuang international airport DMK and more upon request.

BA1 - Option 3: Brief Itinerary - Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip

Stay overnight in Siem Reap before the day tour

Guests can be picked up at any time before 4:30 PM in Thailand includes Bangkok, Pattaya, Laem Chabang Cruise Port, Koh Chang Island, Koh Chang Centre Point Ferry, Bangkok Suvarnabhumi international airport BKK, Bangkok Don Meuang international airport DMK and more upon request.

Chauffeur onward to Poi Pet border. Upon arrival at our office at border, you will be met and welcomed by our English speaking guide, and then escorted to Thai immigration to proceed leaving Thailand, and then to Cambodian immigration to proceed your Cambodia visa on arrival.

After completion of border crossing, chauffeured onward to Siem Reap.

Upon arrival in Siem Reap, check in to your hotel.

Remainder of the day, time free and relax on your own leisure at the hotel or explore Siem Reap city and markets on your own.

Pick up at 5 AM for viewing the picturesque sunrise in Angkor Wat.

After sunrise, visit the MUST SEE magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat temple.

Breakfast at local restaurant in front of Angkor Wat temple (at your own costs)

After breakfast, visit other two MUST SEE Bayon and Ta Prohm included with Angkor Thom City and all other temples in Angkor archaeological park.

Return and stop by Siem Reap downtown

Arrive border at 5 PM

Departs border at 6 PM

Border crossing procedure, Thai Visa, Thai Re-Entry Permit and Cambodian Visa on Arrival formality

After three and half an hour (includes one toilet stop) chauffeured by our private luxury A/C minivan, you will arrive at our office at border in Thailand where you will be met and welcomed by our local border English speaking guide. Our guide will take you to Thailand immigration departure checkpoint to stamp your passports to leave Thailand. For our guests who is eligible for Thailand Re-Entry Permit, our guide will help to apply in person using express service. The fee for express service is 300 THB cash and is at your own costs. Then take you across border to Cambodia immigration arrival checkpoint to proceed your Cambodia Visa on Arrival. Please bring one of your recent passport-sized photos to receive your Cambodian Visa on Arrival (if you do not have a photo, you can pay 100 THB cash instead). Your Cambodia Visa on Arrival fee is USD30 cash (at your own costs) with its administration fee is 100 THB cash (at your own costs). It approximately takes 10 minutes to complete.

Cambodia eVisa :  visit Cambodia eVisa website >>>

If you have an eVisa, please kindly print out and bring two copies of them with you. One physical copy is required at Cambodia immigration arrival checkpoint for entering Cambodia and one physical copy is required at Cambodia immigration departure checkpoint for departing Cambodia.

The South-East Asian country passport holders do not need a visa to enter South-East Asian countries, including Cambodia and Thailand.

Thailand Visa Exemption :  visit Thai visa exemption website >>>

Thailand Visa on Arrival - apply in person:  visit Thai visa on arrival website >>>

Thailand Re-Entry Permit - apply in person:  visit Thai Re-Entry permit website >>>

Thai Re-Entry permit can be issued at Thai immigration at the border. When you are exiting Thailand, you can apply for your Re-Entry permit at the immigration counter. You will get your Re-Entry permit before you leave. You can enter Thailand with that permit from Cambodia at same border.

Required documents for your Thai Visa on Arrival and/or Re-Entry permit:

Please kindly prepare and bring with you includes:

- Physical copy on paper of your flight ticket (flight within or flight out of Thailand) - Physical copy on paper of your Thailand hotel booking confirmation - One photo passport-sized - Visa on Arrival fee can be vary between 1000 Thai Baht and 2000 Thai Baht - Recommended to exchange your $100 into Thai Baht cash. Due to some Thai local vendors do not accept credit card and therefore Thai Baht cash is needed to show immigration in case you are asked.

Please do not hesitate to inform your tour guide in Siem Reap to print all required documents for you before returning back to border (if you have not had them printed yet).

Required documents for returning back to Thailand the same day by border from Cambodia

- Physical copy on paper of your flight ticket (flight within or flight out of Thailand) - Physical copy on paper of your Thailand hotel booking confirmation - Angkor temple pass (you will get them from your tour guide in Siem Reap) - Recommended to exchange your $100 into Thai Baht cash. Due to some Thai local vendors do not accept credit card and therefore Thai Baht cash is needed to show immigration in case you are asked.

After completion of border crossing, you will be chauffeured on a luxury AC vehicle by our Cambodian driver to Siem Reap, Cambodia. The drive approximately takes two hours.

Angkor Visitor Dress Code

Angkor is an active spiritual site for Buddhists and citizens who engage in daily worship, prayer and meditation. Revealing clothes such as shorts and skirts above the knees and showing bare shoulders are prohibited in sacred palaces. Respectful dress is strongly encouraged in Angkor due to the respects towards our community. Cargo man short, cargo woman shorts and T-Shirt cover knees and shoulders are recommended.

The official currency in Cambodia is Cambodian Riel. It trades at around 4,000 riel to one US dollar. The US dollar is Cambodia’s unofficial second currency; therefore, there is no need to change the money. In fact, it is best to carry US dollars with you while you are traveling in Siem Reap, Cambodia. There are ATM everywhere in Cambodia where you can withdraw US dollars.

Tour Payment

The payment for the tour can be made in either currencies, American dollars USD or Thai Baht THB or combination of USD and THB.

Creating Unique Touring Experiences

Our expert travel team has planned your trip so that you can experience the very best of what Cambodia and Thailand have to offer. We understand that many will have various needs and wants for each particular tour that may not be included in an itinerary. We will plan any tour to meet your particular demands. Please  Send inquiry>>>

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BA1 - OPTION 1: COMPLETED ITINERARY

Tour Name: Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip - Option 1 Tour Code: BA1 - Option 1 Tour Duration: 1 day Tour Operates: all year round / on demand Number of Pax: available upon request Tour Price: available upon request

Pick-up time: at 3am at your preferred pick up location in Thailand

Drop-off time: expect to arrive at 10pm to your preferred drop off location in Thailand

Kindly let us know your pick-up information when you have it available?

Pick up location is flexible, available upon request, includes:

Hotel, Airbnb and residence in Bangkok Upon arrival at Bangkok Suvarnabhumi International Airport BKK Upon arrival at Bangkok Don Muang International Airport DMK Upon arrival at Moi Chit bus station in Bangkok Upon arrival at train station in Bangkok Upon arrival at Chao Phraya express boat pier Upon arrival at Klong Tei boat pier Upon arrival at any boat pier in Bangkok Upon arrival at Laem Chabang cruise port in Pattaya Upon arrival at Central Point Koh Chang boat pier Hotel, Airbnb and residence in Pattaya Hotel, Airbnb and residence in Koh Chang Hotel, Airbnb and residence in Rayong Hotel, Airbnb and residence in Chantaburi Hotel, Airbnb and residence in Khao Yai Hotel, Airbnb and residence in South-Eastern of Thailand And more...

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Pick up in Thailand, chauffeur onward to visit MUST SEE Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm and all other temples on small circuit and private chauffeur back to Thailand

In the morning - at 3am, you will be met and welcomed by our transfer company representative in Thailand at your preferred pick up location in Thailand.

Kindly let us know your pick up information when you have it available?

And then picked up and chauffeured onward by our private luxury A/C vehicle to Poi Pet border. The border opens between 06:00am - 10:00pm.

After three and half an hour (includes one toilet stop) chauffeured by our private luxury A/C minivan, you will arrive at our office at border in Thailand where you will be met and welcomed by our local border English speaking guide. Our guide will take you to Thailand immigration departure checkpoint to stamp your passports to leave Thailand. For our guests who is eligible for Thailand Re-Entry Permit, our guide will help to apply in person using express service. The fee for express service is 300 THB cash and is at your own costs. Then take you across border to Cambodia immigration arrival checkpoint to proceed your Cambodia Visa on Arrival.

Please bring one of your recent passport-sized photos to receive your Cambodian Visa on Arrival (if you do not have a photo, you can pay 100 THB cash instead). Your Cambodian Visa on Arrival fee is USD30 cash (at your own costs) with its administration fee is 100 THB cash (at your own costs). It approximately takes 10 minutes to complete.

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After completion of border crossing, you will be chauffeured on a private luxury AC vehicle by our Cambodian driver to Siem Reap, Cambodia. The drive approximately takes two hours.

Siem Reap - is the provincial capital of Siem Reap province. This small town crossed by a river coming from the Kulen mountain is the gateway for the visit of the Angkor Park which is over 400 km2 and is home of more than 100 temples dating from the 9th to 13th century.

Upon arrival at Angkor ticket counter in Siem Reap, you will be met and welcomed by our English speaking guide. After buying your temple passes (temple passes are included), you will be transferred for the breakfast. Breakfast at local restaurant in front of Angkor Wat (at your own cost).

Angkor Wat - after breakfast, visit the magnificent temple built by Suryavarman II in the early 12th century. Angkor Wat symbolizes Mount Meru, home of the gods, and considered the pinnacle of Khmer architecture. This Vishnuite temple is the King’s funerary temple, which is why the temple is oriented to the west. Inside the temple the walls are covered by carvings and bas-reliefs depicting the Hindu mythology and the wars during the reign of Suryavarman II. As well, Angkor Wat is well-known for the 1800 Apsara dancers decorating the temple. It is said to take a lifetime to discover all the wonders of this temple.

Angkor Thom City complex - continue to the Great City of Angkor Thom , the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. This city is surrounded by an 8 meters high wall; each side of the city is 3 kilometers long. It draws a perfect square with access to this town through 5 gates; 4 of them representing the cardinal points and the 5th one being the Victory Gate leading directly to the Royal Palace area.

You will arrive via the South Gate , an impressive stone gate carved with Elephants and 4 giant faces. On each side is a row of 54 gods or demons holding the sacred Naga snake.

After passing through the South Gate, you will go along a shaded road to the Bayon temple. This temple lies exactly in the center of the city. The particularity of this monument is the 54 towers representing the 54 provinces of the then Great Khmer Empire. Each tower has 4 faces. This is the only temple in Cambodia depicting scenes of the everyday life at the time of the empire.

From the Bayon continue by walking to the Baphoun recently re-opened to the public. There you will pass by the Phimeanakas , the location of the Royal Palace. The only remaining features are a pond and a temple. The palace was made of wood and did not survive the time and the wars.

Then continue to the Terrace of the Elephants . This terrace was the place where the parade was held for the king. Next is the Terrace of the Leper King depicting the water world.

Ta Prohm Ruins (known as Tomb Raider temple) & small circuit - continue to Ta Prohm, one of the most popular temples of the Angkor Complex. This temple was built in the memory of the King Jayavarman VII’s mother. When found by the French conservators at the end of the 19th century, they deliberately left this temple in the same condition as it was discovered, overgrown by strangler fig and silk-cotton trees, giving the temple a mystical and romantic appeal.

Your visit will also include Banteay Kdei , a Buddhist monastery from the late 12th century, Srah Srang , also known as the "pool of ablution", the identical twin temples of Tommanon and Chaosay Tevoda , and Krovan temple.

Lunch at local restaurant (at your own cost)

After lunch, continue visit temples and then return to Siem Reap, stop by Siem Reap downtown exploring Old Market, Pub Street and Siem Reap City formerly French colonial head quarter.

Return to Thailand

At 4pm (but flexible and available upon request), part ways with the tour guide, you will be chauffeured back to Poi Pet border on a private luxury A/C vehicle. Upon arrival at border, you will be met and welcomed by our border English speaking guide. Our border guide will escort you to the door of Cambodia immigration departure checkpoint to stamp your passports to leave Cambodia and then escort you across border to the door of Thailand immigration arrival checkpoint to fill your Thailand arrival cards, stamp your passports to enter Thailand and then take you straight to our office near border in Thailand where our luxury A/C minivan is ready to chauffeur you back to your preferred drop off location in Thailand.

Kindly let us know your drop off information when you have it available?

- Available upon request

- Full transfers to and from Thailand to Angkor Wat by private luxury A/C vehicle with driver only - Escorted by English speaking guide for border crossing and visa on arrival formality - English speaking guide for guided tour in Angkor park - All entrance fee for mentioned visit.

- Meals not mentioned - Visa on Arrival fee $30. Please bring one of your recent passport-size photos to visit your Cambodia Visa on Arrival. South-East Asian passport holders do not require a visa to enter Cambodia - Drinks, laundry, telephone calls, tips and expenditure of a personal nature - Personal travel insurance - Any services not mentioned in itinerary.

BA1 - OPTION 2: COMPLETED ITINERARY

Tour Name: Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip - Option 2 Tour Code: BA1 - Option 2 Tour Duration: 2 days / 1 night Tour Operates: all year round / on demand Number of Pax: available upon request Tour Price: available upon request

Pick-up time on day I:  at 3am at your preferred pick up location in Thailand

Hotel in Siem Reap: included

Drop-off time on day II:  earliest is 10:30am and onward to 10pm, at your preferred drop off location in Thailand

Day I - Pick up in Thailand, transfer onward to visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, small circuit and Phnom Bakheng hill sunset or Pre Rup temple sunset

Siem Reap  - is the provincial capital of Siem Reap province. This small town crossed by a river coming from the Kulen mountain is the gateway for the visit of the Angkor Park which is over 400 km2 and is home of more than 100 temples dating from the 9th to 13th century.

Angkor Wat  - after breakfast, visit the magnificent temple built by Suryavarman II in the early 12th century. Angkor Wat symbolizes Mount Meru, home of the gods, and considered the pinnacle of Khmer architecture. This Vishnuite temple is the King’s funerary temple, which is why the temple is oriented to the west. Inside the temple the walls are covered by carvings and bas-reliefs depicting the Hindu mythology and the wars during the reign of Suryavarman II. As well, Angkor Wat is well-known for the 1800 Apsara dancers decorating the temple. It is said to take a lifetime to discover all the wonders of this temple.

Angkor Thom City complex  - continue to the Great City of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. This city is surrounded by an 8 meters high wall; each side of the city is 3 kilometers long. It draws a perfect square with access to this town through 5 gates; 4 of them representing the cardinal points and the 5th one being the Victory Gate leading directly to the Royal Palace area.

You will arrive via the  South Gate , an impressive stone gate carved with Elephants and 4 giant faces. On each side is a row of 54 gods or demons holding the sacred Naga snake.

After passing through the South Gate, you will go along a shaded road to the  Bayon  temple. This temple lies exactly in the center of the city. The particularity of this monument is the 54 towers representing the 54 provinces of the then Great Khmer Empire. Each tower has 4 faces. This is the only temple in Cambodia depicting scenes of the everyday life at the time of the empire.

From the Bayon continue by walking to the  Baphoun  recently re-opened to the public. There you will pass by the  Phimeanakas , the location of the Royal Palace. The only remaining features are a pond and a temple. The palace was made of wood and did not survive the time and the wars.

Then continue to the  Terrace of the Elephants. This terrace was the place where the parade was held for the king. Next is the  Terrace of the Leper King  depicting the water world.

Ta Prohm Ruins (known as Tomb Raider temple) & small circuit - continue to Ta Prohm, one of the most popular temples of the Angkor Complex. This temple was built in the memory of the King Jayavarman VII’s mother. When found by the French conservators at the end of the 19th century, they deliberately left this temple in the same condition as it was discovered, overgrown by strangler fig and silk-cotton trees, giving the temple a mystical and romantic appeal.

Your visit will also include Ta Keo ,  Banteay Kdei , a Buddhist monastery from the late 12th century, Srah Srang, also known as the "pool of ablution", the identical twin temples of  Tommanon  and  Chaosay Tevoda , and  Krovan  temple.

Return to Siem Reap after watching sunset over the top of  Phnom Bakheng Hill . Dominating the flat landscape, this 10th Century mountain temple is the most popular spot in the area to watch a classic sunset over Angkor Wat and the surrounding forest or

Watching sunset at  Pre Rup  temple, a Hindu temple, built as the state temple of king Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite and sandstone construction. The temple’s name is a comparatively modern one meaning "turn the body". This reflects the common belief among Cambodians that funerals were conducted at the temple, with the ashes of the body being ritually rotated in different directions as the service progressed.

Enjoy your dinner and free time in Siem Reap downtown exploring Old Market, Pub Street, Night Market, Siem Reap nightlife activities and Siem Reap City formerly French colonial head quarter on your own.

Day II - Private transfer to your location in Thailand

At 4AM (but flexible and available upon request), part ways with the tour guide, you will be chauffeured back to Poi Pet border on a private luxury A/C vehicle. Upon arrival at border, you will be met and welcomed by our border English speaking guide. Our border guide will escort you to the door of Cambodia immigration departure checkpoint to stamp your passports to leave Cambodia and then escort you across border to the door of Thailand immigration arrival checkpoint to fill your Thailand arrival cards, stamp your passports to enter Thailand and then take you straight to our office near border in Thailand where our luxury A/C minivan is ready to chauffeur you back to your preferred drop off location in Thailand.

- Full transfers to and from Thailand to Angkor Wat by private luxury A/C vehicle with driver only - Escorted by English speaking guide for border crossing and visa on arrival formality - English speaking guide for guided tour in Angkor park - Nice and clean accommodation in Siem Reap, Cambodia - All entrance fee for mentioned visit.

BA1 - OPTION 3: COMPLETED ITINERARY

Tour Name: Bangkok to Angkor Wat and Back Day Trip - Option 3 Tour Code: BA1 - Option 3 Tour Duration: 2 days / 1 night Tour Operates: all year round / on demand Number of Pax: available upon request Tour Price: available upon request

Pick-up time on day I:  flexible and available upon request between 2am and 4:30pm at your preferred pick up location in Thailand

Drop-off time on day II:  expect to arrive at 10pm at your preferred drop off location in Thailand

Day I - Pick up in Thailand, Transfer onward to Siem Reap

At any time before 4:30 PM (pick up time is available upon your request between 2am and 4:30pm), you will be met and welcomed by our transfer company representative in Thailand at your preferred pick up location in Thailand.

Remainder of the day, time free and relax on your own leisure at the hotel or explore Old Market, Pub Street, Night Market, Siem Reap nightlife activities and Siem Reap City formerly French colonial head quarter on your own.

Day II - Angkor Wat sunrise, Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, small circuit and private transfer to your location in Thailand

Angkor Wat Sunrise  - at 5am, you will be met and welcomed by our English speaking guided and then picked up for viewing the picturesque sunrise at Angkor Wat.

Angkor Wat  - after sunrise, visit the magnificent temple built by Suryavarman II in the early 12th century. Angkor Wat symbolizes Mount Meru, home of the gods, and considered the pinnacle of Khmer architecture. This Vishnuite temple is the King’s funerary temple, which is why the temple is oriented to the west. Inside the temple the walls are covered by carvings and bas-reliefs depicting the Hindu mythology and the wars during the reign of Suryavarman II. As well, Angkor Wat is well-known for the 1800 Apsara dancers decorating the temple. It is said to take a lifetime to discover all the wonders of this temple.

Enjoy your hotel packed breakfast at local restaurant in front of Angkor Wat.

Angkor Thom City complex  – after breakfast, visit to the Great City of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. This city is surrounded by an 8 meters high wall; each side of the city is 3 kilometers long. It draws a perfect square with access to this town through 5 gates; 4 of them representing the cardinal points and the 5th one being the Victory Gate leading directly to the Royal Palace area.

You will arrive via the  South Gate , an impressive stone gate carved with Elephants and 4 giant faces. On each side is a row of 54 gods or demons holding the sacred Naga snake. 

Then continue to the  Terrace of the Elephants . This terrace was the place where the parade was held for the king. Next is the  Terrace of the Leper King  depicting the water world.

Ta Prohm Ruins (known as Tomb Raider temple) & small circuit  - continue to Ta Prohm, one of the most popular temples of the Angkor Complex. This temple was built in the memory of the King Jayavarman VII’s mother. When found by the French conservators at the end of the 19th century, they deliberately left this temple in the same condition as it was discovered, overgrown by strangler fig and silk-cotton trees, giving the temple a mystical and romantic appeal.

Your visit will also include Ta Keo ,  Banteay Kdei , a Buddhist monastery from the late 12th century,  Srah Srang , also known as the "pool of ablution", the identical twin temples of  Tommanon  and  Chaosay Tevoda , and  Krovan  temple.

Returning time  - at 4pm (but flexible and available upon request), part ways with the tour guide, you will be chauffeured back to Poi Pet border on a private luxury A/C vehicle. Upon arrival at border, you will be met and welcomed by our border English speaking guide. Our border guide will escort you to the door of Cambodia immigration departure checkpoint to stamp your passports to leave Cambodia and then escort you across border to the door of Thailand immigration arrival checkpoint to fill your Thailand arrival cards, stamp your passports to enter Thailand and then take you straight to our office near border in Thailand where our luxury A/C minivan is ready to chauffeur you back to your preferred drop off location in Thailand.

- Available upon request.

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Thailand and Cambodia is a popular combo for Southeast Asia trips. As the travel hub of Southeast Asia, Thailand offers the most diverse range of experiences, from its cultures to its islands. Meanwhile, Cambodia houses the splendid wonder, Angkor Wat, and offers rustic life experiences.

During a 2-week trip, most travelers spend 9–11 days in Thailand and 3–5 days in Cambodia to taste the best of both countries.

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Itinerary #1. A Classic 2-Week Thailand and Cambodia Itinerary for First-Timers

For your first trip to Thailand and Cambodia, our 2-week itinerary is perfect, especially if you're traveling with family or for a special romantic occasion.

This adventure mixes culture, history, and beautiful landscapes, covering top spots like Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and either Phuket or Koh Samui in Thailand, as well as Siem Reap in Cambodia. The pace is relaxed, ending with a relaxing beach getaway. It's a great way to discover the best of these countries in an easygoing and enjoyable manner.

Brief Itinerary:

• Days 1-3: Bangkok
• Days 4-6: Siem Reap (Angkor Wat)
• Days 7-9: Chiang Mai
• Day 10-13: Island: Phuket or Koh Samui

Day 14: Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival in Bangkok

Upon arrival in Bangkok, settle into your hotel and take some time to rest from your journey. Enjoy local cuisine for dinner.

Day 2: Bangkok City Tour

Start your day with listening to the monks chanting at the historic Wat Pho , which is one of the oldest temples in Bangkok. Then take a tuk tuk ride via Pak Khlong Talat flower market to the Grand Palace . Immerse in the splendid history of Thailand.

Follow this with a boat ride to Wat Arun , situated on the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Finally, head to Chinatown for a glance at Old Bangkok.

Day 3: Local Markets Exploration near Bangkok

In the morning, you will visit Damnoen Saduak Floating Market , known for its size and fascinatingly chaotic vibes, and Maeklong Railway Market to see how locals shop even as trains pass by.

Day 4: Fly to Siem Reap (Cambodia)

Take a flight to Siem Reap and check into your hotel. Spend the afternoon relaxing or exploring the local area. Consider a visit to the vibrant Pub Street in the evening.

Day 5: Angkor Wat

Embark on a full-day exploration of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Bayon Temple. Capture the stunning sunset at Angkor Wat for a magical conclusion to your day.

Day 6: Angkor Temples and Local Life Experience

Explore the intricate beauty of Banteay Srei , a Khmer art masterpiece. Visit the Cambodian Landmine Museum to witness the nation's resilient efforts against life-threatening land mines.

Take a serene ox cart ride along a palm-lined country road surrounded by rice fields. Uncover the hidden treasures of the less-visited yet magnificent Banteay Samre temple complex.

Day 7: Fly to Chiang Mai with a Transit in Bangkok

Fly to Chiang Mai with a brief transit in Bangkok. Check into your hotel in Chiang Mai and explore the vibrant Night Bazaar , where you can shop for local crafts, souvenirs, and sample delicious street food.

Day 8: Day Trip to Elephant Sanctuary

Embark on a heartwarming day trip to an ethical elephant sanctuary. Watch these amazing creatures in their natural habitat, observing behaviors like eating, playing, and socializing.

Insider Tips: Chiang Mai offers several elephant sanctuaries, each with its own approach to ethical and responsible elephant tourism. After our on-site visit, we recommend Elephant Rescue Park and Kanta Elephant Sanctuary for a half-day excursion. However, if you're planning an overnight stay, you might want to consider Elephant Nature Park for a more immersive experience.

Day 9: Chiang Mai City Tour

Embark on a day trip in Chiang Mai, starting with a vibrant food and flower market . Explore the serene Wat Suan Dok and the iconic Doi Suthep mountain in a famous national park. Return to Chiang Mai for a charming rickshaw ride through the old town streets.

Insider Tips: In Chiang Mai, if you want to experience some activities beyond the typical tourist attractions, you can consider taking a Thai cooking class to learn how to prepare traditional dishes. Experience the thrill of ziplining in the lush rainforest. Consider joining a meditation retreat for a peaceful and reflective experience.

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Fly to the tropical paradise of Phuket or Koh Samui.

Insider Tips: Phuket is often considered more family-friendly due to its diverse range of activities and amenities catering to various age groups. With its secluded beaches and romantic ambiance, Koh Samui is often a top choice for couples seeking a more intimate getaway.

However, the ideal choice may vary as the islands have different rainy seasons . Phuket experiences its primary rainy season from May to October, while Koh Samui's rainy season typically occurs from October to December.

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Enjoy free time on the beautiful beaches, consider snorkeling or island hopping, and explore local markets. Experience the nightlife or attend cultural performances.

Depending on your departure time, use the day for last-minute activities or relaxation. Depart from Phuket or Koh Samui, cherish the memories of your enriching 2-week journey in Thailand and Cambodia.

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If you are more interested in Cambodia, this itinerary adds a stop in Phnom Penh to help with a better understanding of Cambodia.

Here is a more culture-filled itinerary that maintains a relaxing style: 5 days in Cambodia and 9 days in Thailand.

• Days 1–2: Phnom Penh (cyclo trip in Phnom Penh, blessing ceremony by local monks, Visit The Killing Fields and Genocide Museum, Khmer Puppet Show)
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You'll have an in-depth cultural experience during your Cambodia trip. You'll come to understand the dark past of the Khmer in Phnom Penh, but also unveil the mysterious beauty of Angkor Wat with a Khmer scholar.

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Itinerary #3. A 2-Week Cultural Thailand-and-Cambodia Tour

If you would like to explore Thailand more deeply and a beach vacation is not on your list of things to enjoy on your trip, have a look at this 2-week itinerary. It would take you on an in-depth cultural journey from the iconic attractions to the offbeat eye-openers in Kanchanaburi and Chiang Rai.

For more cultural discovery, see the following hand-picked itinerary: 11 days in Thailand, 3 days in Siem Reap…

• Days 1–2: Bangkok (city tour with iconic temples, long-tail boat ride, foodie tour, ladyboy show, Muay Thai experience)
• Days 3–4: Kanchanaburi (bridge over the river Kwai, Erawan Falls, overnight stay at a floating house)
• Days 6–8: Chiang Rai (Long Neck Karen Village, White Temple, boat trip to the Golden Triangle)
• Day 9–11: Chiang Mai (elephant sanctuary, morning almsgiving and flower market visit, Doi Suthep walking tour, Thai Massage)
• Days 12–14: Siem Reap (Angkor Wat, Apsara Dance Show, 1-hour sunset quad bike ride, sunset cocktail on Tonle Lake)

On this trip, you'd be able to immerse yourself in diverse cultural experiences, from catching a ladyboy show and witnessing Muay Thai fights to participating in morning almsgiving .

Some of the best moments of your trip could be in hidden Kanchanaburi and quieter Chiang Rai .

In Kanchanaburi, you would take an hour's train ride along Death Railway on the River Kwai and spend a memorable overnight stay in a floating house.

And in Chiang Rai, you would have the opportunity to see the unique culture of a Long-Neck Karen Village, appreciate the architectural beauty of the White Temple, and take a boat trip to the Golden Triangle.

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Generally, you would usually need to pay around US$200–250 per day per person for a private tour (including airfares within Thailand and Cambodia, 4-/5-star hotels, lunches, attractions, private guides, and private transfers). Kids below 10 would get around 30% to 50% discounts.

Thus, a typical private tour of Thailand and Cambodia usually costs US$9,500–12,000 for a family trip with 2 adults and 2 kids, while a couple can expect to spend around US$5,600–7,000, excluding the cost of international flights before and after the tour.

For cost-effective travel in Thailand and Cambodia, booking 3-6 months in advance secures the best deals and availability during the dry season (Nov.–Apr.). The rainy season (May–Oct.) has the lowest prices and still guarantees fun-filled explorations in Thailand and Cambodia with our private, flexible tours .

Whenever you go, more savings can be had in a larger group, for example, if you invite family and friends to come to share costs.

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Bangkok, Thailand ( BKK) the travel hub of Southeast Asia. With direct flight from their home country, visitors from all over the World could get to Bangkok easily before they travel to neighboring countries as Vietnam, Laos, Myanmar and Cambodia. In this article I am talking about the best way to travel Cambodia from Bangkok . You could work out the best way to travel Cambodia for yourself, either you choose the way to save money or save your time or choosing the most comfortable way to travel Cambodia.

The distance from Bangkok to Siem Reap is 366 kilometers (~ 227 miles) The distance from Bangkok to Phnom Penh is 539,14 kilometers (~334 miles)

By Air from Bangkok to Cambodia

Fly from Bangkok to Siem Reap

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By Bus from Bangkok to Siem Reap

If you take the private Car from Bangkok to Siem Reap Yes you can, you could save more driving time compare to the bus. You got to take 2 routes. Bangkok to Poi Pet then Poi Pet to Siem Reap.It works only when you have big group otherwise it would cost more than flight ticket. Please contact Travel Consultant of Cambodia Tours to help you arrange the private transfer. Their staff know how to match the works of these 2 drivers at the border gate.

Take Cruise Ship from Laem Chabang to Sihanoulk Ville. There are some sea cruise docked at Sihanoulk Ville and Laem Chabang ( 2 hours drive from BKK) Then you could extend your visit to other cities but you got to follow the schedule of these cruises.

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How to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap in 2022

If you’re planning a trip to Southeast Asia then there is a good chance you’re wondering “What is the best way to get between Bangkok and Siem Reap?” This is actually the most common tourist route traversed between Thailand and Cambodia. And while the distance between Bangkok and Siem Reap is just 250 miles (402 km), the border crossing makes the trip a bit more complicated and time-consuming than you might guess.

Most visitors come to Siem Reap to explore Angkor Wat , the magnificent Buddhist temple complex that is one of the largest religious monuments in the world. But Siem Reap also offers a thriving international food scene, world-class hotels and spas, and a much-needed respite from the smog and traffic of Bangkok .

The easiest way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap is to fly, which takes just an hour. All other transportation options will take you at least seven hours due to the crossing of the Thailand/Cambodia border.

A private vehicle is the most convenient land-based option, but it can be quite expensive unless you’re traveling in a group of three or more. If you want to save money, you can also reach Siem Reap by a direct bus or by a combination of train and bus.

In short, the best way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap really depends on your travel budget. Below we have summarized all of the best transportation options between Bangkok and Siem Reap so you can decide which method is best for you!

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Cambodia Visa-on-Arrival vs. eVisa

Whatever transportation method you take from Bangkok to Siem Reap, you will have to decide if you want to get a Cambodia eVisa or research if you can get a visa on arrival at the Cambodian border.

Citizens of all but 10 countries can get a 30-day single-entry visa on arrival when they reach Cambodia. The process is simple and straightforward – in fact, all you’ll need is $30 US and a passport that is valid for six months.

Unfortunately, corruption is quite common in Cambodia and there are incidents of travelers being overcharged for their visa-on-arrival. The best way to avoid this is to have exact change. If the immigration officer asks you to pay more or for a tip, play dumb until they give up and waive you through.

Of course, we recommended you do your own research beforehand to see what type of visa you’ll need to enter Cambodia before your arrival.

If you want to avoid negotiating with corrupt border agents, consider getting a Cambodia eVisa in advance. Just like the visa-on-arrival, the eVisa is good for a single-entry and a stay of up to 30 days. The cost of a Cambodia eVisa is $36 USD.

The approval process can take up to three business days so make sure you allow enough time for your eVisa to be approved before embarking for Cambodia. You’ll also need to print out your eVisa and have it with you when you cross the border. Having an eVisa can give you some peace of mind and can save you a bit of time in the immigration offices. 

Note : If you’re a citizen of one of the following Southeast Asian countries you won’t need a visa to enter Cambodia: Laos , Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore , Vietnam , Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei, and Myanmar.

The Best Way to Get from Bangkok to Siem Reap

Flights from bangkok to siem reap.

Duration : ~1 hour Cost : $75+ USD per person

The quickest and easiest way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap is to fly, which takes about an hour. Several airlines fly this route, including Bangkok Airways, Cambodian Airlines, Cambodia Angkor Air, and Air Asia.

Take note that there are two airports in Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi Airport (Airport Code: BKK) and Don Muang Airport (Airport Code: DMK). The newer and larger Suvarnabhumi Airport is used by most major airlines, such as Bangkok Airways, whereas budget airlines like Air Asia tend to use the older Don Muang Airport.

Suvarnabhumi Airport is located in the eastern suburbs of Bangkok, and Don Muang Airport is located in the northern part of the city. Both airports are about 20 miles from downtown Bangkok, so allow for ample transit time when going to and from either airport. We recommend leaving yourself an extra hour to account for Bangkok’s horrendous traffic.

If you use budget airlines, the flights themselves are very affordable, but it’s also important to look at the airline’s baggage policy. If you’re checking any luggage, you can expect to pay an additional $15-30 USD per bag if you’re flying to Siem Reap on a budget airline. Just be sure to read the airline policies and fees carefully before purchasing your ticket.

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Note : If for some reason you need to transit in Bangkok between Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Muang Airport, make sure to leave yourself a couple of extra hours of travel time due to heavy traffic and the distance between the two. There is a free shuttle bus service that connects the two airports. To board the free shuttle, you need to show your airline ticket for your next flight.

Transportation from the Siem Reap Airport

As mentioned above, the Siem Reap International Airport was relocated about 50 kilometers outside of the city in 2023. The ride into town used to be a short one but now it will take close to an hour.

We recommend checking with your hotel prior to your arrival to see if they can arrange an airport pickup. If not, there are transportation desks at the airport that can help you with a taxi. Or you can arrange a ride-share using an app like Grab ( iPhone | Android ) or PassApp ( iPhone | Android ). We prefer PassApp because it supports a local Cambodian company.

We also have a favorite tuk-tuk driver in Siem Reap. His name is Nakry Mean and he drives a batmobile themed tuk-tuk. You can reach him on WhatsApp at  +855 17 761 110  or on his Facebook page,  Siem Reap Batmobile Tuk Tuk .

Private Transfer from Bangkok to Siem Reap

Duration : ~7-9 hours depending on stops Cost : ~$95 – $130 USD per vehicle

If you’re traveling in a group of three or more you may find it cost-effective to travel between Bangkok and Siem Reap by private car or van. Unfortunately, due to the border crossing, this method typically requires two different vehicles – one for the Thailand portion of the trip and a second for the Cambodia portion.

First, you’ll need to arrange a vehicle to take you from Bangkok to Aranyaprathet on the Cambodian border. This should cost ~$60-70 USD and takes ~3.5-4 hours

After the customs and immigration procedures, you’ll cross into Cambodia on foot before catching another ride from the Cambodian border town of Poi Pet to Siem Reap.

The rates of a car from Poi Pet to Siem Reap are anywhere from $35 to $60 depending on your negotiation skills and the drive takes ~3-3.5 hours. Make sure you agree upon a set price before you get in the taxi. We also recommend that you do not pay the fare until you arrive at your final destination in Siem Reap.

A private transfer is, in theory, a great way for groups of three or more to save money. Plus, you can travel in relative comfort between Bangkok and Siem Reap. Unfortunately, because of the need to switch cars and drivers at the Cambodia border, this option sometimes turns into a giant hassle. Even if you arrange everything in advance.

Bus from Bangkok to Siem Reap

Duration : ~9-11 hours  Cost : ~$25 – $35 USD per person         

Another option is to take a bus from Bangkok to Siem Reap via direct bus. If you’re on a budget and aren’t pressed for time, this is one of the easiest ways to travel from Bangkok to Siem Reap.

Taking a direct bus can be even more convenient than a private transfer because you won’t have to change vehicles at the border. And if you have lots of bags, this option can be helpful since you won’t have to carry your luggage around since it stays on the bus the entire time.

A lot of budget tour offices in Bangkok will advertise a direct bus from Bangkok to Siem Reap. But when you arrive at the border you will discover that you do indeed have to change vehicles – often to a much less comfortable minibus.

There are only three companies that truly offer direct buses from Bangkok to Siem Reap: Travel Mart , The Transport Co. (aka Nakattan), and Giant Ibis . These are the only bus companies we recommend for traveling this route. And since there are only six direct buses a day between Bangkok and Siem Reap, you’re best off reserving your seat at least a couple of days in advance. Note that the Transport Co. isn’t currently offering routes from Bangkok to Siem Reap.

Of these three bus companies, Giant Ibis is our top pick – you’ll be guaranteed a comfortable bus plus they include a bottle of water, a can of iced coffee, a breakfast pastry, and a cold towel. It’s definitely worth paying a few dollars more!

Direct buses from Bangkok to Siem Reap cost ~$25-35 USD per person and the total duration of the trip is ~11 hours. Most of these buses depart from Bangkok between 7:30-9 am, with an arrival time in Siem Reap at 6:30-8 pm.

We always prefer to use Bookaway.com for booking buses in Southeast Asia. You’ll receive an e-ticket that you can either print out or present on your phone when you arrive at the pickup point. Bookaway also makes it easy to cancel or modify bus tickets in case you have a change of plans.

There is also one overnight sleeper bus through Travel Mart that leaves Bangkok at 12:45 am and arrives in Siem Reap around 11 am.

This saves you the cost of one night’s accommodation, but you’ll be absolutely exhausted on your first day in Siem Reap. Plus, if your bus arrives at the border before the offices open, you might have to wait to get your visa processed. We don’t recommend the overnight bus, but you can make your own choice.

Crossing the Thailand-Cambodia Border by Bus

If the bus company processes your visa.

Many bus companies like Giant Ibis will offer (or insist) to process your visa on your behalf for an additional “convenience fee” which is typically $5. The bus steward will collect your passport, visa paperwork, and visa fee of $30 USD (so you’ll pay $35 total with the additional convenience fee). Make sure you have $35 cash in US dollars that are in reasonably good condition (no old or torn bills). If you already have an eVisa for Cambodia just give that to the staff along with your passport.

The bus steward will procure all of the Thailand exit stamps and then run ahead to start processing everyone’s visas on arrival for entry to Cambodia.

You will be required to get off the bus pass through the Thailand immigration office and walk ~100 yards to the Cambodian immigration office. You can leave your luggage on the bus, but it is best to keep any valuables on your person during the border crossing.

Once you arrive at the Cambodian immigration office your bus steward should be waiting for you with your Cambodian visa and entry stamp already in your passport. All you’ll need to do is briefly show your passport to a Cambodian immigration officer so they can double-check everything before you enter the country.

Some people on your bus will inevitably complain about having to pay an extra $5 to the bus company for this service, but it’s a small price to pay for the convenience of not having to navigate the immigration process on your own. The Cambodian immigration officials have a reputation for trying to extract small bribes out of tourists crossing the border here so you might even end up saving a bit of money by having the bus company take care of it for you.

If the Bus Company DOES NOT Process Your Visa

If your bus does not offer to process your passport on your behalf, then here is what you can expect at the Thailand-Cambodia border.

Upon arrival at the border at Poi Pet, the bus will drop passengers off on the Thailand side. Your bus will wait for you, usually in front of the Casino on the Cambodian side after you complete the immigration process. Remember what your bus looks like as there will likely be many buses crossing the border at the same time. You may even want to snap a picture of the license plate number just to ensure you get back on the correct bus.

There is not a lot of signage or instruction at the border so it may feel overwhelming, but it’s actually all quite simple. Just remember to remain calm and patient. Depending on the time of day, the entire customs and immigration process may take up to two hours depending on how crowded it is.

First, you’ll have your passport stamped out of Thailand in the Thai immigration office. Then you’ll walk ~100 yards to the Cambodian side where you’ll purchase your visa and be stamped into Cambodia.

As previously mentioned, the visa-on-arrival costs $30 USD and you should make sure to bring US dollars in good condition – no old or torn bills. The Cambodian immigration officers may try to short-change you or request a small bribe or tip. You can avoid most of the hassle by handing the immigration officer the exact change.

If you are approached by anyone at the border that says that they can get you a Cambodian visa quicker it’s best to just politely but firmly decline. Proceed directly to the Cambodian immigration counter. If you get confused, it’s okay to ask an official custom official for help on where to go next. 

Once you have your Cambodian visa and entry stamp, exit the immigration office and look for your bus in front of the Casino – remember you snapped a photo of it on your cell phone. Welcome to Cambodia!

Arrival by Bus in Siem Reap 

When you arrive in Siem Reap, the bus will either drop you off in the central part of town or the bus station, depending on the company and the mood of the bus driver. The Siem Reap bus station is located a few miles outside of town. Before your arrival, you should arrange for your guesthouse or accommodation to pick you up, as most will do so free of charge.

If you have not pre-arranged a ride to your guesthouse, you can easily grab a tuk-tuk as there will likely be dozens of them waiting at the bus stop. A tuk-tuk to any hotel in the center of Siem Reap will cost you ~$2-5 USD.

Our preferred method of transportation in Siem Reap is by using Grab ( iPhone | Android ) or PassApp ( iPhone | Android ) to call for a taxi or tuk-tuk at a cheaper price. Unfortunately, you probably won’t yet have a Cambodian SIM Card so you may have to rely on bargaining with a tuk-tuk driver for your first ride in Cambodia.  

Train from Bangkok to Siem Reap

Duration : ~8-9 hours (4-5 hours on the train, plus 3-4 hours of driving time) Cost : ~$15.00 – $45 USD per person

The most affordable way to cross the border from Bangkok into Cambodia is actually by a little-known combination of train and local bus.

First, you’ll take a train from Hua Lamphong Station in Bangkok to Aranyaprathet on the Cambodian border. From there, you’ll need to cross the border to the Cambodian town of Poi Pet, and then take a bus onward to Siem Reap.

There are two train services a day from Bangkok to Aranyaprathet, the aforementioned border town in eastern Thailand. One train leaves Bangkok in the early morning at 5:55 am and the other departs at 1:05 pm.

If you want to reach Siem Reap on the same day you MUST take the morning train. The afternoon train gets you into Aranyaprathet too late in the afternoon. You won’t be able to find a bus in Poi Pet onward to Siem Reap (and a taxi from Poi Pet to Siem Reap will cost you ~$35-$60).

Keep in mind that trains in Southeast Asia are often delayed, so allow yourself some extra travel time.

Third-class seats cost as little as $3 USD, while the first-class air-conditioned berths (basic bunk beds) can cost up to $35. You can buy tickets the day-of or in advance at the ticket counters at the train station in Bangkok. 

Once you reach the final station, it’s time to cross the border into Cambodia. The border crossing is a few miles from the train station to the border. The most cost-effective way is to take a songthaew, which should cost ~30 Thai Baht (~$1 USD). Other options to get to the border include taking a moto-taxi, which should cost ~60 Thai Baht (~$2 USD), or a tuk-tuk, which should cost ~100 Thai Baht (~$3.50).

Some drivers will attempt to overcharge you double or triple the normal cost, just continue asking until you get a fair price. No matter what your transport, it’s important to agree on the price of the ride in advance and not after arriving at your final destination.  

After you clear both Thailand and Cambodian immigration, look for the free shuttle bus to the bus station that sometimes sits outside the Cambodian Immigration building. It’s important to deal with the Immigration Offices directly and avoid any scams at the border by ignoring anyone that tries to arrange a visa on your behalf. 

Once you reach the main bus station you can buy a bus ticket to Siem Reap, which is about $10 USD. The bus to Siem Reap can take about 4 hours. Some travelers report being charged over $20 for a bus ticket to Siem Reap. If this happens, there are travel agencies in Poi Pet located on the main road that will quote you a fair price for a bus or minivan to Siem Reap.  

Bangkok to Siem Reap FAQ

The distance between Bangkok and Siem Reap is approximately 250 miles (402 km).

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap is to fly which takes about an hour. Other methods of transportation (including by train, bus, and private car) will take you at least 7 hours and perhaps as long as 11 hours.

In our opinion, the best way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap is to fly.

We prefer Giant Ibis. They are a little bit more expensive but worth it.

The most affordable way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap is a little know combination of train and local bus. You’ll take a train from Bangkok to the border and then take a local bus from Poi Pet in Cambodia onward to Siem Reap. The total cost is ~$15.

We hope this guide helped you determine the best way to get from Bangkok to Siem Reap! Got any suggestions – let us know below.

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Top 5 things to see and do in southeast asia.

1. Admire Angkor Wat

One of the greatest human creations in history, the Angkor Wat temple complex is best explored over the course of a few days. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site created by the Khmer Empire and absolutely enormous. Temples to visit include Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple which has 216 gigantic stone face carvings, and Ta Prohm. I spent three days here and that simply wasn’t enough. A one-day pass is $37 USD, while a 1-week pass is $72 USD. If you’re here for multiple days, be sure to hire a driver and see some of the more out of the way ruins away from the main temple complex (and the crowds).

2. Explore Bangkok

Bangkok is the hub of travel activity in Southeast Asia. You can get anywhere you want from here. Though I hated it at first, the more I’ve spent time here the more I love it. Bangkok is like an onion whose many layers need to be peeled back. Some things not to miss include the spectacular Bangkok Grand Palace, Wat Pho, Chatuchak Market and Asiatique, and a canal trip on the Chao Phraya River. This is a city for foodies and wild nightlife.

3. Relax on some tropical islands

No visit to Southeast Asia would be complete without a visit to at least one of the thousands of tropical islands in the region. My top five include the Perhentian Islands (Malaysia), Rabbit Island (Cambodia), Ko Lanta (Thailand), and Boracay (Philippines). Lombok Island (Indonesia) has a chill vibe with unspoiled, perfect “desert island” beaches. There’s so many islands to visit. Be sure to add at least one to your trip. The country guides will have more information for you.

4. See Ha Long Bay

Sailing trips to this island-filled bay with stunning emerald waters, limestone formations, and marine life give you an appreciation for the natural beauty in Vietnam. Tours from Hanoi start at around $110 USD for two-day trips and increase from there. I love the colorful grottoes, hanging stalactites, and stalagmites of Surprise Cave (Sung Sot), Fairy Cave (Tien Ong), and Heaven Palace (Thien Cung). Make sure you go with a reputable company though as some of the cheaper boats are less than ideal. If you’d rather just visit for one day, day trips from Hanoi cost $55 USD.

5. Wander Kuala Lumpur

Other things to see and do in southeast asia, 1. go jungle trekking.

This region of the world is covered in amazing jungles with diverse wildlife, plentiful camping opportunities, and cool waterfalls. The best jungle treks are found in northern Thailand, Western Laos, and Malaysian Borneo (the latter are also the hardest and most intense). Some of my favorites include Danum Valley (Borneo) for its incredible wildlife; Ratanakiri (Cambodia) for its pristine wilderness and thousand-year-old trees; and Pu Luong Nature Reserve (Vietnam). Costs vary but jungle trekking generally costs $30-50 USD per day.

2. Attend the Full Moon Party

The biggest one-night party in the world welcomes up to 30,000 people with a party that stretches until dawn. Cover yourself in glow paint, grab a bucket of booze, and dance the night away with new friends on the island of Ko Phangan in Thailand. As the name would suggest, the party is on the night of the full moon. If you miss it, there’s always the half-moon party, quarter-moon party, and black-moon party. Really, every night is a party on Ko Phangan . Just avoid the flaming jump rope that occurs — I’ve seen people get burned badly!

3. Learn to dive

There are many great dive sites around the region for those interested in underwater exploration. You can learn to dive here at a fraction of what it would cost back home too. Some of the best places are Ko Tao (Thailand), Sipadan (Malaysia), as well as Gili Islands (Indonesia) and Coron, Palawan (The Philippines). A typical diving course is completed in three days. A PADI course typically runs $275 USD in Thailand, including three nights’ accommodation, though at smaller schools you can often negotiate down to $250 USD. Day trips for certified divers start at $165 USD. For information on Ko Tao, check out this blog post .

4. Eat street food in Singapore

Singapore is a foodie’s heaven. Try the hawker stalls of Singapore as well as Little India and Chinatown for some of the best and cheapest food in Asia. If you’re looking for a nice place to sit down and eat, eat at Singapore’s famed restaurants during lunch when restaurants offer discounts, making them a great deal. You’ll also find the most affordable Michelin-starred restaurants here (Tian Tian Hainanese Chicken Rice and Hawker Chan), offering world-class meals for just a couple of bucks!

5. Overload on temples

You can’t turn a corner without seeing a Buddhist temple in this part of the world. You’ll get temple overload at some point but visit as many as you can as each is unique to the country and region of the temple. There are so many places with high concentrations of ornate and beautiful temples. Check out Chiang Mai’s Wat Doi Suthep Temple and hike up the 300 steps to the golden Chedi that’s 600 years old!; Bagan’s Shwesandaw Pagoda from the 11th century with its stunning golden dome; Angkor Wat’s Ta Prohm is covered in iconic vines and enveloped in ancient jungle roots; Hue’s colorful Thien Mu Pagoda is perched atop a lush green embankment; Hoi An’s Quan Cong Temple with incredible Chinese architecture with hand-carved beauty and skill, and Luang Prabang’s Vat Xieng Thong with its golden, canopied roof. Most are free to enter, however, dress codes are enforced (you need to have your shoulders and legs covered).

6. Dive Sipadan

Located off Malaysian Borneo, Sipadan is one of the best dive sites in the world. If you have your dive certificate, make sure you venture out here. I absolutely love this area because it’s teeming with live turtles, diverse cave systems, sharks, dolphins, colorful coral, bright fish, and everything in between. Not a lot of people make it to this part of Malaysia, but it’s worth it to go the extra mile and make your way off the tourist trail a bit. Don’t miss Barracuda Point and The Drop-Off. Keep in mind that only 176 permits to dive at the island are issued each day, costing 140 MYR per person. The resorts on the neighboring islands each get a specific number of permits per day and require divers to stay with them for a few days. So you’ll need to stay at those resorts and dive into the surrounding areas before they can get you a Sipadan permit.

7. Fall in love with Bali

Bali is the most popular destination in Indonesia, and its famous Kuta beach is known for its wild parties and surfing ( though I think it’s overrated ). However, there is much more to Bali than just wild nights and sun-soaked days. If you’re a thrill seeker, hike up to the top of Mount Batur, an active volcano, for a breathtaking sunrise. Paragliding and white water rafting are also super popular here, as is surfing (it’s an affordable place to learn if you’ve never done it). There are also lots of hot springs to enjoy, the Ubud Monkey Forest (a popular temple and nature reserve home to hundreds of monkeys), and numerous places to scuba dive, including the Liberty wreck and Manta Point.

8. Take in Ho Chi Minh City

Frantic, chaotic, and crazy, Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam is the embodiment of the controlled chaos that rules Southeast Asia. You can’t quite figure out how this teeming mass of people and cars work together, but it does. Highlights here include touring the tunnels used by the Viet Cong in the 1960s, taking in the view from the Saigon Skydeck, eating your way through the street food scene, and seeing the city’s numerous temples.

9. Admire the sunrise over an Indonesian Volcano

One of the most popular tourist attractions on Java is Mount Bromo and its National Park. Don’t miss out on getting a photo of the smoldering Bromo volcano as it lies surrounded by the almost lunar landscape of the Sea of Sand. Get up early to catch one of the most memorable sunrises of your life. If you’re there in mid-August, you’ll be just in time to see Upacara Kasada, the traditional Hindu ritual of the Tenggerese, a Javanese tribe of the region.

10. Hike in Khao Sok National Park

Located in southern Thailand, Khao Sok National Park is constantly rated as one of the best parks in Thailand, with incredible trekking, camping, limestone karsts, cooling rivers, and a glistening lake. Visit for semi-challenging hikes, tons of wildlife, walking paths, and breathtaking sunsets. Park entrance costs around $6 USD while full-day guided tours are $95 USD. I highly recommend spending at least one night here to get the full experience.

11. Visit Kampot

Most people come to Kampot to enjoy the scenic riverside views, as well as the rolling hills that surround the city. Since you can explore easily enough on foot or by bicycle, Kampot is a great place to slow down and relax. There’s not much to do here but have lazy days by the river, chill, and eat (don’t miss the famous Rusty Keyhole for BBQ!). Don’t miss the pepper farms, as this region of Cambodia is filled with pepper farms where you can learn about the history of the spice, see how it is grown, and pick up what is considered some of the finest pepper in the world. Tours are usually free.

12. Take a cooking class

Food from this region is as varied as the countries themselves and learning how to cook a few dishes is a great souvenir of your time here. Even if you don’t plan to cook back home, you can still spend a day making and eating scrumptious food. Most big cities have cooking schools offering classes of 2-6 hours, often including a trip to the local market beforehand to select ingredients. I absolutely love cooking classes and urge you to take one at least once. They are a fun experience!

13. Take a food tour

If you’d rather eat instead of cook, taking a food tour is a fun way to gain insight into the region’s amazing noodle dishes, fresh seafood, sweets, and street food while learning about the history and culture behind the cuisine. Most major cities in Southeast Asia offer food tours. These include tours around local markets, street stalls, and tours to locally-owned restaurants and cafes where you can sample the local cuisine and connect with a local chef. If you’re nervous about street food, this is a great way to try some in a controlled setting. Tours usually last 2-4 hours and include multiple stops and several different dishes, with prices costing $40-75 USD per person.

14. Visit an elephant sanctuary

While riding an elephant is on many a Southeast Asia bucket list, once you know how much the animals suffer from abuse in order to provide these rides, you might think twice about taking one. An even better way to interact with elephants is to volunteer at or visit the Elephant Nature Park near Chiang Mai in Thailand. It’s a phenomenal place, allowing you to give back to the community and these magnificent animals all at once. After coming here, you will understand why you should NEVER ride an elephant. A one-day visit costs $70 USD.

15. See The Killing Fields

A visit to Choeung Ek, also known as the Killing Fields, may not be the most cheerful way to spend an afternoon, but it makes for an educational and memorable experience. Over 3 million people were killed by Pol Pot’s regime, including countless women and children. I recommend getting a guide so you can really understand what you’re seeing as you explore the area. Also, this horrific tragedy took place less than 50 years ago and is still very present so please be respectful as a visitor.  The site is located 10 miles from Phnom Penh. Half-day guided tours start at $66 USD.

16. Swim with Whale Sharks in Donsol

If you’re in the Philippines, check out the Donsol Whale Shark Interactive Ecosystem Project because there are not many experiences quite as adrenaline-inducing as swimming with a whale shark for the first time in crystal waters. These incredible creatures are around 45 feet (14 meters) long and yet incredibly gentle and curious. I loved floating at the surface being able to look below and see them slowly swim below me. Get some people together and rent a boat for a half day, explore the area, and go ‘shark-seeing’ for a good cause.  

  For a ton more information, visit my country specific travel guides for more detailed information on each place:

• Cambodia Travel Guide
• Indonesia Travel Guide
• Laos Travel Guide
• Malaysia Travel Guide
• Singapore Travel Guide
• Thailand Travel Guide
• Vietnam Travel Guide

Southeast Asia Travel Costs

Accommodation – Accommodation in Southeast Asia is really cheap, making it the perfect place to travel if you are on a budget. Hostels are plentiful, as are budget guesthouses and hotels. It’s also very cheap to splash out here if you’re in need of some luxury.

Generally, you can find hostel dorm rooms for as little as $6-8 USD in Cambodia and $3-6 USD in Laos. In Thailand, 4-6-bed dorm rooms are $8-12 USD, while in Vietnam you can expect to pay $5-7 USD. In Indonesia, prices range between $5-10 USD for a 4-6-bed dorm room. Expect to pay at least $15-20 per night for a private room with air conditioning. Free Wi-Fi is standard in most hostels, free breakfast is common, and many hostels even have pools. In more remote areas, hot water isn’t common so make sure to check in advance if that’s an issue for you.

Simple guesthouses or bungalows throughout Southeast Asia generally cost $12-20 USD per night for a basic room with a fan (sometimes air conditioning) and hot water. If you want something nicer that includes a more comfortable bed and a TV, expect to pay $25-35 USD per night.

For backpackers, budgeting around $10 USD per night for accommodation is pretty safe no matter where you go in Southeast Asia. If you’re looking for a higher-end hotel room with more amenities, expect to pay $20-50 USD per night for a room. Anything over that is luxury territory.

Camping is available in certain areas, usually for just a few dollars per night for a basic tent plot without electricity. However, this is about the same price as hostels so it’s not really any cheaper.

Food – While each country’s cuisine varies, overall, Southeast Asian food is aromatic, spicy, and flavorful. Typical spices and herbs include garlic, basil, galangal, cilantro, lemongrass, kaffir lime leaves, chilies, and fish sauce. No matter what region you’re in, you can expect to find a variety of curries, salads, soups, noodle dishes, and stir-fries.

Rice and noodles are central to Southeast Asian food, while the meat is usually pork, chicken, fish, or seafood, which is everywhere on the islands and coastal areas.

While traveling Southeast Asia, street food is the most popular food and cheapest option. On average, these meals cost $1-5 USD. You find these stalls throughout this region lining most streets and every market. They are ubiquitous in the region. In Singapore, street food (from “hawker stands” as they’re known there) costs around $4-5 USD for a meal. Even if you go into small local restaurants, the price doesn’t increase that much.

Food that costs $2 USD at a street stall generally only costs $4-6 USD at a local restaurant. If you went into a restaurant in Thailand, you’d pay around $3-4 USD for a pad Thai that would have cost $1-2 USD on the street.

In Cambodia, street food is around $1-2 USD, while restaurants charge around $3-5 USD for a dish like amok (a coconut milk dish) or luc lac (pepper gravy beef).

Western meals, including burgers, pizza, and sandwiches usually cost around $7-10 USD. But these generally aren’t that great. If you want something that actually tastes as it does back home, expect to spend at least $10-12 USD for your meal.

While cheap, alcohol can take a bite out of your budget if you’re not careful. Those $1-2 USD beers add up! Wine and cocktails are more expensive, generally around $3-5 USD. A cappuccino is typically around $2 USD. Bottled water is plentiful and costs less than $1 USD.

There’s a growing cutting-edge foodie scene in the region and, if you want to splurge, you can do so on some really good meals. Big cities like Bangkok, KL, and Singapore, all have world-class Michelin star restaurants as well some incredible fusion restaurants.

Since dining out is so cheap in the region, there’s no point in grocery shopping unless you’re looking to get some pre-made salads or fruits. Additionally, a general lack of kitchens in most hostels and hotels makes it difficult to cook even if you wanted to. If you do purchase your own groceries, expect to spend around $25 USD per week for basic groceries like local produce, rice, and some meat (while avoiding expensive imported items like cheese and wine).

Backpacking Southeast Asia Suggested Budgets

On a backpacker budget of $45 USD per day, you can stay in hostel dorms, eat out at local markets and street stalls, limit your drinking, do mostly free activities, minimize paid activities, and use public transportation to get around. You’re not going to be able to splash out but you’ll be able to live the typical backpacker experience without really stressing over expenses.

On a mid-range budget of $85 USD per day, you can stay in budget hotels or private hostel rooms, eat more restaurant meals, do more paid activities like cooking classes, take some taxis, and enjoy a few more drinks. You won’t live large, but you won’t be missing out either.

On an upscale budget of $150 USD or more per day, you can stay in nicer hotels with more amenities, eat out as much as you want, do more paid tours including private tours, hire a driver, fly between destinations, and basically do whatever you want. The sky is the limit with this kind of budget!

You can use the chart below to get some idea of how much you need to budget daily, depending on your travel style. Keep in mind these are daily averages — some days you’ll spend more, some days you’ll spend less (you might spend less every day). We just want to give you a general idea of how to make your budget. Prices are in USD.

Southeast Asia Travel Guide: Money-Saving Tips

Backpacking Southeast Asia is cheap. There’s little opportunity to spend a lot of money since everything is already so inexpensive unless you intentionally are trying to splash out on fancy meals and high end hotels. The two reasons why most travelers end up overspending is that they eat a lot of Western food and drink way too much. If you want to save money while traveling in this part of the world, cut down on your drinking and skip the Western food. While country guides have more specific ways to save money, here are some general ways to save money in Southeast Asia:

• Stay with a local – Accommodation is cheap in Southeast Asia but nothing’s cheaper than free! Use Couchsurfing to stay with locals who have extra beds and couches for free. You’ll also meet great people who can show you around and share their insider tips and advice.
• Book tours and day trips as a group – You have more negotiation power when you’re with a group of people buying multiple spots or tickets. Traveling alone? Meet a friend at a hostel and see if they want to join the same tour as you. I’ve met some great friends over the years doing this and highly recommend it.
• Don’t book in advance – Don’t book any tours or activities before you get to your destination. They’ll be much cheaper when you arrive as you’ll be able to negotiate a lower price as you’ll find companies are often offering the same tour and competing. Anything you see online is more expensive than you need to pay!
• Eat on the street – The street food is the best food. The food is the best and cheapest you’ll find. It’s a great way to try new foods and get to chat with locals as well. This is where locals eat so if you want insight into local culture, good food, and savings, eat the street food. Look for where locals are eating to ensure that it’s safe to eat.
• Bargain hard – Nothing is ever at face value here. Bargain with sellers as most of the time, the price they’ve quoted is way higher. There’s a haggling culture in the region so play the game and save some money. It’s important not to convert it in your head to your own currency because it will usually sound cheap even though you might still be getting ripped off. You’ll never get the local price, but you might come close!
• Minimize your drinking – Drinks really add up. Even with cheap drinks, if you’re not aware, you’ll end up spending more money on beer than on food and accommodation. If you want to drink, head to the supermarkets, drink at the hostel, or check out the local happy hours.
• Pack a water bottle – A water bottle with a purifier comes particularly in handy in Southeast Asia since you can’t usually drink the tap water. Save money and thousands of plastic bottles and get a bottle that can purify the tap water for you. My preferred bottle is LifeStraw as it has a built-in filter that ensures your water is always safe and clean.

Where to Stay in Southeast Asia

I’ve been traveling Southeast Asia since 2005 and have stayed in hundreds of places. Here are some of my favorite places to stay in Southeast Asia:

• The Siem Reap Pub Hostel (Siem Reap)
• Onederz Siem Reap (Siem Reap)
• Mad Monkey Siem Reap (Siem Reap)
• Onederz Sihanoukville (Sihanoukville)
• Monkey Republic (Sihanoukville)
• Onederz Phnom Penh (Phnom Penh)
• Sla Boutique Hostel (Phnom Penh)
• The Magic Sponge (Kampot)
• Indigo House Hotel (Luang Prabang)
• Sa Sa Lao (Luang Prabang)
• Sanga Hostel (Pakse)
• Nana Backpackers Hostel (Vang Vieng)
• Dream Home Hostel (Vientiane)
• Traveller Bunker Hostel (Cameron Highlands)
• De’Native Guest House (Cameron Highlands)
• Kitez Hotel & Bunks (Kuala Lumpur)
• Sunshine Bedz Kuala Lumpur (Kuala Lumpur)
• Ryokan Muntri Boutique Hostel (Penang)
• Mad Monkey Hostel (Bangkok)
• D&D Inn (Bangkok)
• Kodchasri B&B (Chiang Mai)
• The Royal Guest House (Chiang Mai)
• Green Leaf (Khao Yai)
• Lonely Beach Resort (Ko Chang)
• The Sanctuary (Koh Phangan)
• Na-Tub Hostel (Koh Phangan)
• Pineapple Guesthouse (Phuket)
• Dream Lodge
• The Pod Capsule Hostel
• The Scarlet
• Under the Coconut Tree Guesthouse (Hoi An)
• Fuse Beachside (Hoi An)
• Pretty Backpackers House (Da Lat)
• Hanoi Old Quarter Hostel (Hanoi)
• Luxury Backpackers Hostel (Hanoi)
• The Hideout (HCMC)
• City Backpackers Hostel (HCMC)

How to Get Around Southeast Asia

Public transportation – Public transportation costs from a few pennies to a few dollars, with Singapore and Malaysia offering the most comprehensive public transportation systems. In Thailand, local buses cost around $0.25 USD per trip, while the Metro and Skytrain in Bangkok cost $0.50-1.50 USD per trip. In Cambodia, a bus ticket in Phnom Penh costs just $0.40 USD per ride.

Major cities generally have subway systems but mostly you’ll be using the bus or shared taxis to get around.

Tuk-tuks (small, shared taxis with no meter) are available around much of the region and require a bit of haggling. They usually have 3-6 seats and generally cost more than public transportation but are faster. To find a reputable driver, ask your accommodation as they usually know someone. Tuk-tuk drivers can often be hired for the day for a discounted rate (this is what a lot of people do to visit the Killing Fields and Angkor Wat in Cambodia, for example).

Taxi – Taxis in the region are generally safe, though it’s not uncommon to have to haggle. Scams to rip you off aren’t uncommon either, so always ask your accommodation to call you a taxi whenever possible so you know you’ll get a reputable company.

In Singapore and Indonesia, taxi drivers do put on the meter. In Bangkok, you can get taxi drivers to use the meter, but if you’re hailing one in a tourist area, he might try to avoid using it. In Vietnam, the meter is sometimes rigged, but if you can get a reputable company like Mai Linh, you won’t have any problems.

Ridesharing – Grab, DiDi, and Gojek are Asia’s answer to Uber. They work the same way: you hire a driver to take you somewhere via the app, and you can pay via the app or in cash. It’s often more affordable than a regular taxi, though drivers are a bit unreliable as the practice is not as widespread here as in other parts of the world.

Just keep in mind that some drivers are driving motorcycles so be sure to double check what kind of vehicle is picking you up if you don’t want to ride on the back of one.

Bus – The easiest and cheapest way to travel around Southeast Asia is by bus. The backpacker trail is so worn that there is a very well-established tourist bus system to take you anywhere. Buses costs vary between $5-25 USD for a 5-6 hour journey. Overnight buses cost $20-35 USD depending on distance (they often have reclining seats so you can get a decent sleep).

You can check ticket prices and book tickets for all the different bus companies across Southeast Asia at 12go.asia.

Train – Train service is limited in the region and not something to really consider when you travel Southeast Asia. You can take a train up and down the coast of Vietnam and there’s some limited scenic rails in Malaysia. Thailand is the only country that has an extensive train system that lets you travel all its regions (and onward to Singapore) from Bangkok.

The train prices in Southeast Asia are determined by distance and class. Night trains with sleeper cars are more expensive than day trains. The night train to Chiang Mai from Bangkok takes twelve hours and costs $27 USD for a sleeper seat. However, that same train during the day is $8-9 USD. In Vietnam, trains run up and down the coast and cost $60 USD from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City.

Flying – The cost of flying around Southeast Asia has come down in recent years due to the rise of low-cost airlines. Scoot, Jetstar, and AirAsia are the biggest. Nok Air has a lot of flights within Thailand , and VietJet Air is popular in Vietnam . Lion Air serves Indonesia , but its safety record is really spotty and I personally would not fly them. If you book early, you can save on fares, as most of the airlines offer deeply discounted fare sales all the time, especially Air Asia.

Just make sure that the airport these budget airlines fly into isn’t too far out of your way (transportation from the secondary airport sometimes negates the savings from using the budget airline itself).

Also, keep in mind that you usually must pay to check your baggage on these cheap flights. If you wait to pay for your luggage at the gate, you end up paying almost double. Travel carry-on only to avoid this added cost.

All in all, I only recommend flying if you are pressed for time or find a super cheap deal. Otherwise, stick to the bus.

Hitchhiking – Hitchhiking in Southeast Asia is safe, though popularity of the practice varies by country (it’s more common in Malaysia, but not so much in Cambodia). Dress respectably, smile while making eye contact with drivers, and use a cardboard sign to tell people where you’re headed. Be prepared for long bouts of no pick-ups, especially if you’re traveling through more rural areas. Pack plenty of water and food. Also, make sure the people picking you up understand you’re hitchhiking and not flagging down a taxi.

Hitchwiki is a great resource for hitchhiking tips.

Car rental I don’t recommend renting a car in Southeast Asia. Rental cars are expensive ($40 USD per day or more) and the roads here are in poor shape. I would never drive around the region.

When to Go to Southeast Asia

The best time of year to visit Southeast Asia is from November to April when temperatures are milder (though temperatures vary drastically by region). It may be mild in Thailand in January and hot in Malaysia but in Northern Vietnam, it’s cold! Also, one of the biggest mistakes people make is not taking into account the rainy season. In some cases it won’t make a big difference but definitely does if it’s a beach trip.

In Indonesia, the best time to visit is April to October. Temperatures average 24-30ºC (75-86ºF), and the weather is mostly dry. July to September is the peak holiday season and when you can expect to pay the highest rates. December to February is the rainy season.

In Malaysia, January-March and June-September are the best time to visit, as these months have the lowest average rainfall. It is still hot and humid during this time though. The rainy season is from October to December. Singapore’s climate/weather is much like Malaysia’s.

In Vietnam, the weather varies by region. In Central Vietnam (including Hoi An and Nha Trang), January-May is the best time to visit because it is dry and the temperatures average 21-30°C (70-86°F). June to August is also a decent time to visit. If you want to stick around Hanoi, March to April is great, or October to December (for mildest temperatures). The rainy season is May-September.

Thailand has three seasons: hot, hotter, and hottest. It’s always warm, though the weather is nicest between November and February (which is also peak tourist season). Bangkok is “coolest” and driest during this time (but still averaging a hot 29°C/85°F each day). April and May are the hottest months, and the rainy season is June-October. The gulf islands get pretty rainy from August to December.

The dry season in Cambodia is from November-May and the cool season is from November-February (and when most people visit). Temperatures during this time are still high, but humidity is lower. Laos has the same cool season as Cambodia, with the dry season running from November-April.

In the Philippines, it’s mostly warm all year long with an average daily high of 26°C (80°F). There are rainy and dry seasons and temperatures are hot and dry from March-May and cooler December-February. The best time to visit is between January-April when it’s less humid. Monsoon Season is July-October.

For more information on when to go to places, visit the specific country guides.

How to Stay Safe in Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia is an incredibly safe place to backpack and travel — even if you’re traveling solo and even as a solo female traveler. Violent crime is super, duper rare. Petty theft (including bag snatching) is the most common type of crime in Southeast Asia, especially around popular tourist landmarks. Always keep your valuables out of reach on public transportation and in crowds just to be safe. Never leave your valuables unattended while at the beach and always keep a hold of your purse/bag when out and about as bag snatching is common.

That said, outside touristy areas, theft is really rare. Heck, it’s pretty rare in touristy areas too! But a little vigilance goes a long way and it’s better to be safe than sorry.

There are some common scams around that you’ll want to be aware of, such as the motorbike scam. This involves a bike rental company trying to charge you for damage to the bike that you didn’t cause. To avoid this, always take photos of your rental before you leave so you can protect yourself from baseless claims.

Another common scam involves a tuk-tuk driver taking you somewhere you didn’t want to go in hopes you’ll buy something from the shop/restaurant he dropped you off at (he gets a commission if you do). Simply refuse to buy anything and demand to go back to where you were — or find another driver.

For other common travel scams, read this post about major travel scams to avoid in the region .

Solo female travelers should feel safe here, though it’s generally a good idea to avoid walking around alone at night just to be safe. It’s always a good idea to carry some extra cash to get home in a taxi if you need to. Additionally, always keep an eye on your drink at the bar and never accept drinks from strangers. Be sensible when it comes to dating while traveling and meeting people in public places. As I’m not a woman, please check out some solo female travel blogs to get the best insight.

Overall, the people who get in trouble here tend to be involved with drugs or sex tourism. Avoid those two things and you should be fine. Keep in mind that it’s not always obvious how old someone is or if they’re a sex worker so be mindful when getting involved in romantic interactions. Also, penalties for drug use in this region are stiff so even if you’re here to party, skip the drugs.

Always trust your gut instinct. Make copies of your personal documents, including your passport and ID. Forward your itinerary along to loved ones so they’ll know where you are.

For more in-depth coverage of how to stay safe in Southeast Asia, check out this post that answers some frequently asked questions and concerns.

The most important piece of advice I can offer is to purchase good travel insurance. Travel insurance will protect you against illness, injury, theft, and cancellations. It’s comprehensive protection in case anything goes wrong. I never go on a trip without it as I’ve had to use it many times in the past. You can use the widget below to find the policy right for you:

Southeast Asia Travel Guide: The Best Booking Resources

These are my favorite companies to use when I travel. They consistently have the best deals, offer world-class customer service and great value, and overall, are better than their competitors. They are the companies I use the most and are always the starting point in my search for travel deals.

• Skyscanner – Skyscanner is my favorite flight search engine. They search small websites and budget airlines that larger search sites tend to miss. They are hands down the number one place to start.
• Hostelworld – This is the best hostel accommodation site out there with the largest inventory, best search interface, and widest availability.
• Agoda – Other than Hostelworld, Agoda is the best hotel accommodation site for Asia.
• Booking.com – The best all around booking site that constantly provides the cheapest and lowest rates. They have the widest selection of budget accommodation. In all my tests, they’ve always had the cheapest rates out of all the booking websites.
• Get Your Guide – Get Your Guide is a huge online marketplace for tours and excursions. They have tons of tour options available in cities all around the world, including everything from cooking classes, walking tours, street art lessons, and more!
• SafetyWing – Safety Wing offers convenient and affordable plans tailored to digital nomads and long-term travelers. They have cheap monthly plans, great customer service, and an easy-to-use claims process that makes it perfect for those on the road.
• LifeStraw – My go-to company for reusable water bottles with built-in filters so you can ensure your drinking water is always clean and safe.
• Unbound Merino – They make lightweight, durable, easy-to-clean travel clothing.

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There is More To Siem Reap Than The Famous Angkor Temples, Here's What Else You Can Do There

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Siem Reap is one of the most beautiful Southeast Asia destinations . The city is famous for Angkor Wat, which is among the most archaeological sites in Southeast Asia, and when travelers visit Siem Reap, they like to focus their trips on the beautiful temples. The temple attracts over two million visitors every year, and while it is the major draw, there are plenty of incredible things that vacationers can see and do on this side of Cambodia. The city is home to some of the most impressive architecture, an incredible culinary scene, and a vibrant nightlife. There is more to Siem Reap than the famous Angkor Temples; here is what else you can do there.

Related: From Phnom Penh To Siem Reap: How To Best Enjoy A Trip To Cambodia

Cambodia Has Two Distinct Seasons

Cambodia has two distinct seasons; the wet season, which starts from May to October, and the dry season, beginning from November to April. It is important to choose the right to explore Siem Reap, whether visiting Angkor Wat or something else. However, this can be challenging because travelers have to choose between warm weather and dealing with crowds or rainy season and fewer crowds. The crowds can be unbearable during the dry season. So, vacationers traveling on a budget should definitely opt for the wet season. They'll have to experience lots of rain but enjoy the city without having to rub shoulders with other tourists.

• Best time to visit Siem Reap for good weather : November – April
• Best time to find fewer crowds and visit on a budget : May – October

Getting To Siem Reap

Flying is the fastest and most convenient way of getting to Siem Reap. However, vacationers visiting from nearby destinations like Thailand and Phnom Penh, Cambodia's capital, can fly to the city. Travelers reaching the city by plane fly to Siem Reap International Airport (REP), which is situated about five and a half kilometers northwest of the city’s downtown.

Traveling by bus is the cheapest way to get to Siem Reap, making it a suitable choice for vacationers visiting the city on a budget. The only drawback of visiting by bus is taking a long time to get to the city.

• Best way to get to Siem Reap : Flying
• Budget option for getting to Siem Reap : By bus if visiting from major hubs like Phnom Penh or Bangkok

Cambodian Riel (KHR) Is The Unit Of Currency; USD Is Widely Accepted

Vacationers should not worry too much about having to change their dollars into the local currency. USD is widely used and accepted unless one is planning to purchase some items from street vendors. Those with other currencies may need to exchange them for USD or the local currency. Tourists can always withdraw their USD from ATMs.

Tourists should let their banks know that they are planning to use their ATM cards overseas. This avoids possible inconveniences, like flagging transactions.

Related: Budget Guide: This Is What Visiting Cambodia Might Cost You

Initially constructed as a Hindu Temple, Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s ‘Lost City,’ is famous for being one of the world’s largest monuments in the world, and among the best things to do in Cambodia . It was made a Buddhist temple in the 12th century and a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992. Ever since its designation as UNESCO Heritage Site, it became one of the major forces of Cambodia’s economic growth, making it an incredibly significant tourist spot for the locals.

Explore Kulen Elephant Forest

Apart from seeing the Angkor Wat, strolling through the Kulen Elephant Forest while feeding elephants. It dates back to 2018, when it was discovered as a sanctuary and gave travelers rides to the famous Angkor Wat at some point. Now is home to multiple elephants who roams freely in 400 hectares of space. Vacationers can watch these beautiful creatures swim in the pools, eat the plants, and majestically around the forest.

Spend Some Time At The Old Market

The Old Market is the place to connect with Cambodian culture and try some of its most authentic dishes. There are numerous items sold at the market, including silver, spices, fruits, and other souvenirs. Food products include meats from octopuses, kebabs, and pancakes. Dating back to the 1920s, the market is filled with visitors who come to purchase goodies or simply window shops. If not satisfied by the Old Market, tourists can head to other night markets in Siem Reap, which may offer something different. Some of the most popular spots to visit include ANM Khmer Market and Siem Reap Night Market.

Visit Phare Ponleu Selpak

Phare Ponleu Selpak is one of the best attractions to visit in Siem Reap. It is known for being the leading circus in Cambodia, with some travelers referring to it as the country’s answer to Cirque du Soleil. It is an excellent spot to learn about the unique stories of the country through acrobatics, music, and dance. The shows are amazing and everyone would definitely enjoy being in the circus.

Enjoy Various Day Trips From Siem Reap

Travelers who would love to experience something else in Siem Reap should enjoy some of the best day trips from the city, some of which are the most beautiful Asia destinations . One of the top day trips is to Phnom Kulen, located about 31 miles away from the city. It is a sacred mountain where the locals gather during weekends and public holidays to pray and give offerings. Travelers can enjoy walking through the beautiful jungle, exploring its glorious waterfalls.

Another incredible day trip to not miss from Siem Reap is Tonle Sap. Located about 10 miles south of Siem Reap's city center, Tonle Sap is a large lake covering 2,700 square kilometers and is famous for being home to more than 300 species of aquatic creatures. It is also home to plenty of gorgeous floating villages that tourists can enjoy exploring.

Related: 15 Temples In Asia That Are Way More Impressive Than Cambodia's Angkor Wat

Banteay Srei

Banteay Srei is one of the must-visit temples that showcase the beauty and spirituality of the world . It was constructed to honor the god of Shiva and is sometimes called the City of Women. This temple is one of the most beautiful places to explore in Cambodia. Travelers will enjoy seeing its magnificent statues. But vacationers will need an Angkor Wat Pass to explore the temple.

When visiting Siem Reap, one should plan to explore more than its famous Angkor temples. There is plenty to see here, including some of the most beautiful nearby attractions.

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• Enjoy three fabulous Feature Stays – the immersive community-based Lisu lodge in Thailand, a tropical oasis wellness resort in Cambodia and a magnificent junk-style boat on Halong Bay in Vietnam.
• Get to the heart of Vietnamese culture with Exclusive Experiences, including a soul-stirring Hat Xam performance, an afternoon in an ancient pottery village.
• Enjoy two days of fully guided temple tours in Siem Reap, with in-depth insights into the history of these extraordinary structures and plenty of time at Angkor Wat, plus an Exclusive Experience morning accompanied by a private photography coach.
• See the important sights of Phnom Penh on a full day guided tour. Visit the sobering Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, then stop by a working Buddhist monastery to meet the resident monks.
• Learn about Thai culture during Exclusive Experiences – ‘make merit’ at a local temple in Bangkok, cruise on rice barges while enjoying traditional meals and visit the village of Kup Kap, home of the Lahu people.
• The bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge is a painful but important part of Cambodian history to confront. If you would rather not visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, just let your leader know.
• You’ll visit a number of temples that require a certain level of modesty. You’ll need to bring clothes that cover the shoulders and pants or skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it is hot.
• In 2024, Khmer New Year (Songkran Festival) will be on the 14th to 16th April. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to see the country, however, you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and for transport to be packed as many Cambodians are travelling around the country. Please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
• Year) will run from the 9th to the 15th of February. This is a fascinating and rewarding time to see the country, however you do need to be prepared for some businesses to be closed, tourist sites to be very busy and for transport to be packed as many Vietnamese are travelling around the country. Please consider your travel arrangements carefully before booking travel for this period.
• This trip includes a cycling tour around Sukhothai Heritage Park, so a level of confidence on a bicycle will be required. The roads are quiet with minimal traffic and within the confines of the park it will be easy going so it is certainly a leisurely ride.

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Welcome to Thailand! Your journey begins in Bangkok, where you’ll be collected at the airport and transferred to your hotel. After settling into your room, an important welcome meeting will take place at 6pm. Please check for the Intrepid Premium noticeboard in the reception area of the hotel. If you arrive early, take some time to enjoy Bangkok’s irresistible energy. By day you’ll encounter a city steeped with history and tradition, but by night Bangkok is taken over by a flood of music and neon lights. Watch torrents of tuk tuks zip by while traditional khlong boats slowly wind down the Chao Phraya River. After your meeting, join your small group for a welcome dinner at an excellent local restaurant where your leader will introduce you to a food scene that’s bursting with local flavour.

• Ramada Plaza Bangkok Menam Riverside Hotel Bangkok or similar (1 night)
• Complimentary Arrival Transfer
• Bangkok - Welcome Dinner

The arrival transfer is only valid if arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-trip accommodation through us. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking, or at a minimum 14 days prior to travel, as we may not be able to confirm a request made within 14 days of travel.

Rise early for an optional exclusive experience away from Bangkok’s well-trodden tourist track. Join the locals for to a visit to a temple along the Chao Phraya River, where you’ll ‘make merit’ by bringing an offering to the temple’s monks – a truly unforgettable moment. Today your leader will take you for a day of sightseeing and activities in lively Bangkok. Tour Wat Po, a larger-than-life temple complex in the city - home of the Temple of the Reclining Buddha. Also visit the majestic Grand Palace and learn about the site which has been the official residence of the kings since the 1700s, and enjoy a boat tour of the city's canals as your leader shows you how Bangkok’s locals live today. The afternoon is free to do as you wish, perhaps check out the art collection at the Jim Thompson house or relax with a Thai massage.

• Bangkok - Grand Palace
• Bangkok - Wat Pho
• Bangkok - Khlong boat canal tour
• Bangkok - Temple Merit Making
• Bangkok - Jim Thompson's House - THB200
• Bangkok - Thai Massage - THB250

Please note when visiting the Grand Palace you will be required to wear clothes covering your shoulders and knees (long pants or skirts are suitable) plus covered shoes/sneaker (no sandals).

Unleash your creativity and learn about the history of Benjarong, a traditional style of painted Thai porcelain, with a visit to a ceramics community. The name literally means ‘five colours’ (although it’s not unusual to see up to eight) and artists use enamel to create intricate floral and geometric designs. This morning you’ll get to paint your own mug or teacup which will be fired and sent to you to take home as a unique and very special souvenir. There will be time to buy lunch if you wish, before you continue to Kanchanaburi to visit to the Kanchanaburi War Cemetery. This prisoner of war cemetery was one of the first museums to attempt to educate the public and keep the memory of the Asian and POW workers who died constructing the infamous Death Railway alive.

• U Inchantree or similar (1 night)
• Benjarong - Ceramics Workshop
• Kanchanaburi - Kanchanaburi War Cemetery
• Kanchanaburi - Bridge over the River Kwai

Today’s total driving time is approximately 3.5 hours.

Start your day with a visit to Erawan National Park where you can explore the park’s famous seven-level waterfall or simply swim and relax. The falls are regarded as some of the most beautiful in the country, with glacial blue waters rushing through the forest into bamboo-shaded pools perfect for a refreshing dip. Many Allied prisoners of war and conscripted Asian labourers were engaged here to help build a rail route to Myanmar (Burma), including the passage infamously known as Hellfire Pass. Visit the memorial museum of the pass where your leader will provide more information about this chapter in history. Take a historical train journey across a portion of this 'death railway' along the Kwai Noi River and travel over the original wooden viaduct, known as the Krasae Bridge, constructed by the allied POWs. Pass through peaceful and naturally beautiful scenery as you learn of those who lost their lives building this rail route. The evening is yours to explore the town.

• Kanchanaburi - Erawan National Park Visit
• Kanchanaburi - Hellfire Pass Memorial Museum

Today’s total driving time is approximately 3 hours.

This morning head to Ayutthaya, one of the ancient capitals of Siam and a World Heritage site. On the way, visit Baan Nong Khao CBT Village, an agricultural village that is famous for its Pha Khao Mah hand-weaving. Visit the community’s museum, a palm sugar field and a local house to see how desserts featuring this famous Thai ingredient are made. Of course, you’ll get to sample these delicious, sweet treats. Then watch the weavers at work as they use more than 100 colours of yarn to create traditional Thai clothing. Upon arrival in Ayutthaya, explore the photogenic 13th-century ruins of Wat Phra Mahathat and discover rows of Buddhas beheaded by the Burmese. Look out for the displaced Buddha head suspended in the roots of a Banyan tree - one of the country’s most photographed images. Tonight, the past will come to life as you board a traditional rice barge and tuck into a delicious Thai dinner.

• Kantary Hotel Ayutthaya or similar (1 night)
• Baan Nong Khao - Weaving Community Visit
• Ayutthaya - Temple Visit
• Ayutthaya - Traditional Rice Barge Dinner Cruise

Today you will leave Ayutthaya and travel to the town of Phitsanulok by train. Sit back, relax and watch the scenery roll by. After arriving in Phitsanulok, change to a private vehicle and continue on this comfortable journey which will see you arriving in Sukhothai at approximately 5pm. The rest of the day is free for your own discoveries. You may like to relax by the pool or unwind with a Thai massage, and for dinner this evening be sure to ask your leader where you can get a bowl of Sukhothai’s famously tasty noodles.

• Legendha Sukhothai Resort or similar (1 night)
• Ayutthaya - Train to Phitsanuloke

Today’s travel time is approximately 5 hours.

Sukhothai, established in the 13th century, was one of the first ancient capitals of Siam. Start your day with an optional alms offering before visiting its famed World Heritage listed historical park, which captures the Golden Age of Thai civilisation. Visit the historical park, which spans the ruins of the town, where you will rent a bicycle and take part in a cycle tour. As you ride around, your leader will let you know more about the history of this former metropolis and its fascinating structures. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the beautiful grounds of Sukhothai Park. The rest of the afternoon is free to explore the town, or you might want to simply read a book by the pool back at your accommodation. This evening, regroup and head to the home of one of our local friends where you’ll enjoy a wonderful homecooked dinner and a unique insight into life in this part of the country.

• Sukhothai - Morning Alms Offering
• Sukhothai - Historical Park Visit and Bike Ride
• Sukhothai - Dinner in a local home

Travel from Sukhothai to the Mae Taeng region. Draped between tranquil rice fields and fruit orchards, you’ll find the enchanting Lisu Lodge, your Feature Stay accommodation. The lodge is a community-based project that trains and employs Lisu villagers from the nearby hill tribe and aims to preserve their cultural heritage. The Lisu people are a Tibeto-Burman ethnic group and one of the six main hill tribes of Northern Thailand. Meet the colourfully dressed villagers and learn more about the Lisu way of life - a truly special experience that is sure to be one of your enduring memories of Thailand. The lodge offers gorgeous guestrooms decorated in the traditional Lisu style with modern comforts. Savour unforgettable views of the surrounding hillside and valley, and enjoy a tantalising dinner of Thai food mixed with traditional Lisu dishes. You don’t have to look for a cultural experience here - it’s all around you.

• Lisu Lodge or similar (1 night)

Today’s total driving time is approximately 7 hours.

After breakfast at Lisu Lodge, it’s a quick trip to Muang Kued Village where you will meet with a local villager and enjoy a private guided tour. Learn about village life, the reforestation of the surrounding area and how produce is grown in the village orchards. Explore the organic farm and choose the ingredients for a cooking class where you’ll learn how to cook traditional Thai food. After a delicious lunch, join the villagers for a chance to learn how to weave palm leaves to create ornaments and accessories. You’ll also enjoy a tasty barbeque dinner at the nearby Mae Tamaan Base Camp.

• Muang Kued - Village Visit, Cooking Class, and Handicraft Workshop
• Mae Taeng - Mae Tamaan Base Camp BBQ Dinner

Travel to the Elephant Nature Park - a unique project that provides sanctuary for elephants and other animals. Be greeted by an expert local guide and learn the stories of the rescued elephants and the issues they face in South-East Asia. Feed the elephants from a viewing platform, walk with the expert staff to watch elephants bathe and play, and enjoy a vegetarian buffet lunch. On arrival back in Chiang Mai in the late afternoon, the evening is yours to enjoy your way. You may like to visit the vibrant Night Bazaar or take a stroll around the old town which is bounded by moats. Your guide can give you recommendations on where to go for dinner.

• Smile Lanna Resort or similar (1 night)
• Chiang Mai - Elephant Nature Park Half Day Trip

Start your day with a caffeine hit and a visit to a sustainable social enterprise with a focus on all things coffee. From here, you will drive to the famous temple complex of Doi Suthep. Take in stunning views along the scenic and winding mountain road which brings you to an impressive 300-step Naga-guarded stairway. The rewards justify the ascent to the top, with one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand on display, not to mention the fantastic panoramic views of the city. Return to Chiang Mai where you will have time to relax before an exclusive farewell dinner cooked by a local chef. Dine on delicious traditional northern Thai food like kao soy, yellow wheat noodles in a curry broth, traditionally served with chicken or beef, as you reminisce about the wonderful adventures you’ve had in Northern Thailand.

• Chiang Mai - Akha Ama Coffee Social Enterprise Visit
• Chiang Mai - Doi Suthep Temple Visit
• Chiang Mai - Farewell Dinner

Today’s total travel time is approximately 1.5 hours.

Xin chao! Welcome to Hanoi, Vietnam’s vibrant capital city. When you arrive, you’ll be met at the airport by a representative and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, Hanoi is the perfect place to explore on foot. Maybe head to the city’s colourful Old Quarter or check out the Vietnam National Fine Arts Museum, showcasing ancient and contemporary Vietnamese art. This evening, join your leader for a welcome dinner at a beautifully decorated restaurant resembling an old-fashioned Vietnamese house. Dive into the world of Vietnamese cuisine as your leader introduces you to a range of classic dishes made with the freshest local ingredients.

• The Ann Hotel Hanoi or similar (1 night)
• Hanoi - Welcome Dinner

It’s very important that you attend the welcome meeting as we will be collecting insurance details and next of kin information at this time. If you are going to be late please let your travel agent or hotel reception know. Ask reception or look for a note in the lobby for more information on where the meeting will take place.

Depart Hanoi and travel to Ha Long Bay – one of the great natural treasures of Vietnam and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Board your Feature Stay accommodation for the evening – a gloriously beautiful and traditionally decorated junk-style boat featuring modern conveniences. Set sail in total comfort as unforgettable views of scattered islands and towering limestone karsts slowly unfold in front of you. Explore the bay and sit down for a seafood lunch onboard. Learn about the geography of the region, visit Surprise Cave where your leader will point out interesting rock formations and in the warmer months, maybe swim on Ti Top Island Beach or take an optional kayaking tour. Soak in the stunning surroundings with a candlelit seafood dinner on deck before settling in for a night of stargazing and swapping stories.

• Secret Halong Cruise (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
• Halong Bay - Overnight Boat Cruise
• Halong Bay - Kayaking Tour - VND250000

Your total travel time today will be approximately 3.5 hours.

Your main luggage can be left in the hotel in Hanoi.

Surprise Cave is accessed via staircases, but the pathways inside can be a little uneven and slippery, so good walking shoes or sandals will be useful.

Your junk-style boat has twin-share cabins with en suite facilities and air-conditioning. Due to the limited cabins on board, the single supplement is excluded, and accommodation will be on a twin-share basis.

Local authorities permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Ha Long Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you’ll stay on a larger boat (with up to 12 cabins) and share your boat with another group. Or your group may be split across different vessels, in which case a group leader will be present on each boat. The route taken and inclusions on board will be the same.

Start your day with a peaceful breakfast and maybe take part in some Tai Chi on board the boat before returning to Hanoi. This afternoon, you’ll take part in a once-in-a-lifetime experience and sit down to a soul-stirring traditional Hat Xam performance. Hat Xam is an art form of Northern Vietnam dating back to the Tran Dynasty. Originally, this was performed by blind performers and was enjoyed by local working-class audiences right up until the late 1950s, when a wave of communism deemed all art forms to be corrupting influences. Today, these performances are rare, but you and your group will be taken to a private club house and treated to an exclusive show in one of the few places where artists still sing acoustically. The performance takes around 60 minutes, and includes possible interaction with guests, so be ready to get involved!

• Hanoi - Hat Xam performance
• Halong Bay - Tai Chi
• Hanoi - Street Food Experience Urban Adventure - USD40

This morning, you’ll get to know Hanoi on a half-day tour with your leader. Discover a captivating city where traditional and modern sit side by side as your leader shares knowledge on the Temple of Literature – an oasis of calm in the heart of town. You'll also visit the infamous Hoa Lo Prison, known as the ‘Hanoi Hilton’, which held American POWs. Today’s lunch is extra special as you’ll visit the fantastic KOTO cafe – a social enterprise that provides hospitality training and experience to disadvantaged youth in Vietnam and offers a creative menu of Vietnamese dishes made with local ingredients. This afternoon you’ll say goodbye to Hanoi and fly south to Danang. Drive on to Hoi An and take in views of lush scenery along the way. The rest of the day is yours to epxlore or chill out in the hotel’s pool.

• Mulberry Collection Silk Eco or similar (1 night)
• Hanoi - Temple of Literature
• Hanoi - Lunch at KOTO
• Hanoi - Hoa Lo Prison

Your total travel time today will be approximately 2 hours.

Set off on a walking tour of Hoi An’s Old Town and discover a blend of traditional treasures and cultural influences from historical traders. Your leader will discuss the city’s history as you wander the pagoda lined streets, visit a Chinese assembly hall, cross the Japanese Covered Bridge, enter the ornately decorated historic house of a former trader and check out a local museum. Hoi An was once a great trading port for pottery, and centuries-old pottery villages still exist to this day. No trip to Vietnam is complete without trying its famed coffee – your leader will take you to a local coffee shop, where you can savour a delicious brew as you watch the hustle and bustle of Hoi An. Maybe try a traditional egg coffee or a refreshing iced coconut coffee. Your afternoon is free for your own explorations.

• Hoi An - Old Town walking tour
• Hoi An - Farm to Table dining experience at Tra Que Village and Mua restaurant - USD84

The morning is free for you to enjoy more of Hoi An and the surrounding area. Maybe browse the market for silk and other materials or collect any garments that you might have had crafted by the efficient tailors or hire a bicycle and ride along the lanes and out to a nice nearby beach. Your leader will have great recommendations for places to eat and drink. In the afternoon, transfer back to Danang and fly to Ho Chi Minh City. Check into your hotel and enjoy a free evening – the bustling food stalls at Cho Ben Thanh market might beckon you over with the sweet and savoury aromas of pho and bun mam.

• Paragon Saigon Hotel or similar (1 night)

Rooms at the Ramada Encore and in Ho Chi Minh City in general, are compact given the building style and central location.

Head out of the city to the nearby Cu Chi Tunnels – an extensive underground network dug by the Viet Minh and later expanded by the Viet Cong. Enter a widened section of the tunnels with your leader who will help you imagine what life underground must have been like and explain how the tunnels contained hospitals, accommodation and schools, and were used for refuge, storage and as a military base for the Viet Cong. Return to Ho Chi Minh City for a tour of the dynamic city where daily life plays out on the streets. Your leader will take you to the Reunification Palace – formally the Presidential Palace and the site of South Vietnam’s surrender in 1975 – before visiting the War Remnants Museum. In the evening, maybe spend some time with your fellow travellers and enjoy a final dinner at a local restaurant. Your leader will have some great options!

• Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels
• Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace
• Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum
• Ho Chi Minh City - Notre Dame Cathedral

Sua s'dei! Welcome to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s lively capital city. You’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel today. If you arrive early, why not go for a stroll and discover the city’s French colonial architecture or check out the National Museum and its fascinating collection of classic Khmer craftsmanship. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. After, join your group for dinner at Malis Restaurant – an upmarket dining spot that’s committed to preserving and serving Cambodia's traditional cuisine. Maybe cap off the night with a cocktail at the Le Moon Rooftop at Amanjaya Pancam Hotel.

• Aquarius Hotel or similiar (1 night)
• Phnom Penh - Welcome Dinner

The arrival transfer is only valid if you arrive on Day 1 or have booked pre-trip accommodation through Intrepid. Please provide your flight details at the time of booking or at a minimum of 14 days before travel.

Today your leader will introduce you to the sights of Phnom Penh during a full-day city tour. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are home to King Sihamoni and closed off to the public, but you can visit the sacred Silver Pagoda in the palace complex. Your included visits to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek will tell the story of the tragic legacy of the Khmer Rouge. There is an optional visit to Wat Phnom, the temple that gave rise to the city’s foundation in the 15th century. Tonight is free to grab dinner at your leisure or wander the city’s nighttime atmosphere.

• Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21)
• Phnom Penh - The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek
• Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
• Phnom Penh - Wat Phnom - USD2
• Phnom Penh - National Museum - USD10
• Phnom Penh - Cyclo tour - USD4

The Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and Killing Fields of Choeung Ek are significant parts of the experience here, but if you don't wish to visit them, please inform your leader.

After breakfast this morning, you’ll go on a journey of discovery from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap in a comfortable private vehicle. Discover traditional Cambodian life at Skun Village and learn about the town’s deep-fried tarantulas and other insects, which the locals consume daily. You’ll also visit Santuk Silk Farm to learn about silk production and its work as a social enterprise, employing local women as artisan weavers. Share a simple, rustic local lunch prepared by the weavers before you continue to Siem Reap, stopping to see historic bridges along the way before arriving at your hotel at approximately 5 pm. This tropical oasis boasts three pools and an excellent restaurant with a focus on wellness. Bright and spacious rooms are in harmony with the lush grounds and feature a veranda, private garden and rain showers. Tonight, head out for dinner and a theatre show at Angkor Village Apsara Theatre, where you’ll watch Khmer traditional dance and dine on Khmer favourites.

• Navutu Dreams Resort & Wellness Retreat (Feature Stay) or similar (1 night)
• Santuk Silk Farm Tour and Lunch
• Skun Village Market Stop
• Siem Reap - Khmer Theater Dinner

Your travel time today will be approximately 5.5 hours.

Sometimes the order of your included activities in Siem Reap may change due to weather, season or other factors. The changes are made to give you the best possible experiences and to get you to places at the best time. Your leader will advise of any changes to the order of your included activities on Day 1.

If you choose, you can embrace a very early start today and experience a sunrise visit to the Angkor complex (optional). After, you'll spend the day discovering the fantastic temples of Angkor. For the first half of the day, you’ll be accompanied by a private Angkor Wat archaeological guide, who will provide expert knowledge and insight along the way. Begin at Angkor Wat – the largest and most complete structure and the only one of Angkor's temples with an entrance facing west. For lunch, visit the Sala Bai Hotel School, where underprivileged local youths learn skills to find gainful employment in the hospitality industry. Enjoy a meal prepared by students at the school, then visit Angkor Thom – the 'Great Royal City' – a temple famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone. From here, you’ll head out of town to an ancient working monastery to gain a special insight into the life of a monk and Theravada Buddhism. Meet the monks, enjoy a sacred water blessing for good luck and prosperity and have a red band tied around your wrist to keep you safe in your travels. The rest of the evening can be spent exploring the bars of Siem Reap or relaxing in laidback luxury at your resort.

• Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour
• Siem Reap - Three day Angkor Pass
• Siem Reap - Lunch at Sala Bai
• Siem Reap - Angkor Wat Archaeologist Guide
• Siem Reap - Phare Circus Ticket - USD18

After breakfast, it’s off to the Ta Prohm temple, which has large trees embedded in the stone foundations – powerful symbols of nature. Next, visit Banteay Srei to snap some pictures of the temple’s intricate stone carvings. You can head back to the resort or use your ticket for the Angkor ruins to continue exploring the site. The vaulted corridors of Preah Khan are well worth a visit, or you may prefer to spend the afternoon getting to know the town. Tonight, enjoy a final dinner in the Khmer countryside to say farewell to your group and Cambodia. Amid a rustic and romantic setting, you’ll sit down for a private meal in the rice fields of rural Siem Reap .

• Siem Reap - Banteay Srei Temple visit
• Siem Reap - Private Khmer Countryside Farewell Dinner
• Siem Reap - Khmer massage - USD17

Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you would like to extend your stay in Siem Reap, just speak to your booking agent.

21 breakfasts, 8 lunches, 11 dinners

Boat, Plane, Private Minibus, Train, Longtail boat, Songtheaw, Bicycle

Hotel (15 nights), Resort (5 nights), Lodge (2 nights), Overnight boat (1 night)

• Arrival airport transfer
• Tipping for accommodation, activities and transport
• Luggage transfer
• Daily breakfast and signature local meal experiences
• 24/7 on-ground support

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Important notes.

1. A complimentary airport arrival transfer is included; valid if you are arriving on Day 1 or if you have booked pre-tour accommodation through us. You must provide your flight details to your booking agent at least 14 days prior to travel. 2. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 13 (boat) where you will be in shared accommodation, and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.  3. This trip includes domestic and international flights as indicated on the trip map. The luggage allowance is 20kg for check in luggage and 7kg for carry on. 4. Full name exactly as per passport required at the time of booking (including any middle names listed on the passport), for internal flights. Ticketing fees may apply for amendments to details within 45 days of departure, and in some cases you will be required to cover the cost of issuing a new ticket. 5. Due to limited luggage space in our vehicles, please ensure that you are packing light and compact. Large, bulky suitcases are unsuitable for this trip. Please refer to the Packing section of the Essential Trip Information for details.  6. Local authorities only permit a limited number of boats to stay overnight in Halong Bay. To ensure all travellers can be accommodated on board available boats, on rare occasions you may stay on a larger boat and share your boat with another group. Otherwise, we may swap the activities and destinations of Days 13 and 14 to provide you the best possible experience. The route taken and inclusions on board will remain the same. 7. Flight schedules within South East Asia are currently limited. Whenever possible, you will be on a direct fight. However, some flights may require a stop. 8. On the TTPEC231111 and TTPEC231114 departures, the Thailand Feature Stay will be Sibsan Resort, rather than Lisu Lodge, in Mae Taeng.

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I have made a budget for our 3 weeks in Siem Reap and would love your opinion if it sounds good or if it's too tight. We are 2 adults and 1 kid (6 years old)

Hotel for 21 nights with pool and including breakfast = 882 USD total (42 USD per night)

Food and beverages including snacks (no alcohol) but without breakfast = 1.600 USD total(75 USD per day) We usually eat midrange but also like streetfood.

Activities and local transportation = 575 USD (27 USD per day)

What do you think?

4 replies to this topic

That is plenty, your activity budget would even allow a trip to PPenh or elsewhere. Have a nice time.

I always hired a tuk tuk for the day for 12 dollars, $20-30 is for long distance, eg Banteay Srei. And for people with too much money 💰 😊 of which there are plenty around. Seats 2 - 4 people.

Thank you for answering :-)

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A top Cambodian opposition politician is charged with inciting disorder for criticizing government

The Associated Press

May 11, 2024, 11:12 AM

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PHNOM PENH, Cambodia (AP) — The leader of a recently formed Cambodian opposition party has been charged with inciting social disorder, his lawyer said Saturday, in the third major legal action this month targeting critics of the government of Prime Minister Hun Manet,

Sun Chanthy of the Nation Power Party, established late last year, was formally charged Friday by the Phnom Penh Municipal Court and sent to pre-trial detention in the northwestern province of Pursat, according to Choung Chou Ngy. He said his client could be sentenced to six months to two years in prison if convicted, and that on Monday he will seek his release on bail.

Cambodia’s government has long been accused of using the judicial system to persecute critics and political opponents. The government insists it promotes the rule of law under an electoral democracy, but political parties seen as mounting strong challenges to the ruling Cambodian People’s Party have been dissolved by the courts or had their leaders jailed or harassed.

Sun Chanthy, 41, was arrested on Thursday at Phnom Penh International Airport after returning from a trip to Japan where he held a meeting with several hundred Cambodian overseas workers. He spoke there about the desire for the government to allow more freedom for opposition parties.

In remarks that were shown on his Facebook page, he also criticized Hun Manet’s government for policies that forced people to fall into debt to banks, while at the same time running up the nation’s debt to foreign countries.

Sun Chanthy also reportedly criticized the government’s system of issuing special cards to poor families that allow them to receive social welfare handouts.

The Justice Ministry said in a statement that he was charged for his remarks about the cards because he had “twisted information” to dishonestly suggest that they would only be distributed to those who join the ruling Cambodian People’s Party.

Sun Chanthy’s Nation Power Party said his arrest was an act of intimidation that critically affected the country’s process of democracy. It called for his unconditional release.

Cambodia under its former Prime Minister Hun Sen, who held power for almost four decades, was widely criticized for human rights abuses that included suppression of freedom of speech and association. He was succeeded last year by his son, Hun Manet , but there have been few signs of political liberalization.

Sun Chanthy’s detention comes just days after labor union leader Morm Rithy was sentenced to 18 months in prison by the same court in connection with comments he made in a live broadcast on Facebook two years ago that criticized the arrest of a casino worker.

On May 3, Cambodia’s high court upheld the two-year prison sentence of a prominent female labor union leader. Chhim Sithar , president of the Labor Rights Supported Union of Khmer Employees of NagaWorld, had originally been convicted in May 2023 of incitement to commit a felony during a long-running strike of workers at a casino resort in Phnom Penh.

Sun Chanthy had been a top leader of the former Cambodia National Rescue Party and was closely associated with its chief Sam Rainsy, the harshest critic and most popular opponent of the Cambodian People’s Party for decades. Sam Rainsy has been in exile since 2016 to avoid serving prison sentences on defamation, treason and other charges, which his supporters consider politically motivated.

The Cambodia National Rescue Party had been expected to present a strong challenge to the ruling party in the 2018 general election. But as part of a sweeping crackdown on the opposition before the polls, the high court dissolved the party, and the Cambodian People’s Party subsequently won every seat in the National Assembly.

Sun Chanthy joined the Candlelight Party , the successor to the Cambodia National Rescue Party, which was barred from competing in last year’s general election on a technicality. He left the Candlelight Party to help form the Nation Power Party in October last year.

Peck reported from Bangkok.

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