Luxury Thailand & Cambodia 10 days

Tour Brief

Day 1: Siem Reap Arrival - Phare Show
Day 2: Siem Reap - Ta Prohm - Banteay Srei - Angkor Thom
Day 3: Siem Reap - Angkor Wat - Angkor Silk Farm - Fly to Phnom Penh
Day 4: Phnom Penh City Tour
Day 5: Phnom Penh - Drive to Koh Kong
Day 6: Koh Kong - Free at your leisure
Day 7: Koh Kong - Drive to Trat - Fly to Bangkok.
Day 8: Damnoen Floating Market - Bangkok City Tour
Day 9: Bangkok - Ayutthaya Day Trip
Day 10: Bangkok Departure

Day 1: Siem Reap Arrival - Phare Show
Welcome to Siem Reap, the provincial capital and gateway to the ancient Angkor temples. Recognized as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the Angkor Archaeological Park encompasses dozens of temple ruins including Bayon, Banteay Srei and the legendary Angkor Wat. Upon arrival, a guide of Travel Cambodia will welcome you at the airport and take you to the hotel to check in.
Orientation walking around the hotel area followed by the Phare Show at Cambodia Circus Centre to expect the unexpected. More than just a circus, Phare performers use theater, music, dance and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk and modern. The young circus artists will astonish you with their energy, emotion, enthusiasm and talent.
Meals: N/A.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

Day 2: Siem Reap - Ta Prohm - Banteay Srei - Angkor Thom
We begin the busy but interesting day with a drive from the hotel to the jungle-covered temple of Ta Prohm which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty with its giant trees that have grown there for centuries. The temple became more famous after Tomb Raider was filmed there. Afterward, proceed further to visit Banteay Srei that is also one of the must- see sites. This beautiful temple was built in 967 AD by Jayavarman V's guru, it showcases the most exquisite, deep and complex carvings in all Khmer architecture.
After lunch (your own account) your exploration continues to Preah Khan - meaning “Holy Sword”. This is one of the largest temple compounds in Angkor and is defended by four concentric walls. The main shrine and its adjoining buildings are richly decorated with Buddhist motifs and scenes from Hindu epics. Drive further through the North Gate of Angkor Thom to see the enigmatic faces of Bayon Temple that’s known as the heart of Angkor Thom. You’ll also see the intricate base reliefs of the Terrace of the Elephants, Angkor Thom is filled with fabulous monuments on the way to get there.
Once you reach the South Gate of Angkor Thom- the beautiful and old Gate with its majestic doors and artifacts, you’ll begin a tradition boat trip along the water way where history, nature and culture come alive. You can also see the beautiful sunset at Great wall. On the way, stop at Prasat Chrung temples located at the southeastern corner of Angkor Thom and they are dedicated to the Bodhisattva Lokeshvara (Avalokiteshvara). The uneasy access there keeps Prasat Chrung remain untouristic and pretty charming. From this point, you’ll enjoy the best sunset.
Return later to the hotel and the rest of time is at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

Day 3: Siem Reap - Angkor Wat - Angkor Silk Farm - Fly to Phnom Penh
Today, you’ll wake up early to pick up the most beautiful, haunting and spiritual moment to visit magnificent Angkor Wat at dawn. This special activity is designed also to help you see “the Temple reflex on the water” when it’s much cooler and less crowded. Angkor Wat, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, which was constructed by Suryavarman II who reigned Cambodia from 1113 to 1152 and built the five towers in the 12th century and dedicated them to the Hindu God Vishnu. The plan of the pyramidal conception of the temple combined with spaces, alleys and ditches is an ancient masterpiece of architectural design and construction.
Then, transfer back to the hotel where you will have breakfast and enjoy free time.
Check out hotel at 12:00 and set out on a tour to the silk farm village where you will have a chance to see the entire process of producing silk. During your visit, our local guide will give you more details on the mulberry trees, silkworm farming, cocoon unwinding, preparation of the silk threads, ikat technique (tie-dyeing of the threads) and silk weaving. We are sure that you will be impressed by the dexterity of our artisans with silk threads. The Silk Farm also features a large showroom where you can buy high-quality silk products that were made in the workshops you just visited.
Transfer further to the Siem Reap airport to catch your domestic flight to Phnom Penh. On arrival, you will be met by our guide and driven to the hotel which centrally located in the city for a check in. Free at leisure afterward.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh.

Day 4: Phnom Penh City Tour
Despite its recent turbulent history, Phnom Penh still holds an undeniable charm with its wide tree-lined boulevards and faded colonial mansions.
After having breakfast at your hotel, you will join us on a full day city tour, visiting the capital’s main attractions. Start with a guided tour of the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the notorious Choeung Ek “Killing Fields” to learn about the Khmer Rouge and Cambodia’s recent, bloody part of history.
In the afternoon, you will visit National Museum, an excellent introduction into ancient Khmer art and civilization, and the Royal Palace, home to the royal family and the opulent silver pagoda. Later, take the leisure walk to Phnom Penh’s historic riverfront area where stands lots of restaurants, art galleries and silk shops, or perhaps visit the distinctive Central Market where you can buy jewelry, curios, clothes and souvenirs.
Return to the hotel afterward and spend the rest of evening at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh.

Day 5: Phnom Penh - Drive to Koh Kong
Today you will be driven to Koh Kong - one of the world's biodiversity hotspots and the second largest area of rainforest in mainland Southeast Asia. The scenic journey through some of Cambodia's less developed and unspoiled regions of the Cardamom Mountains offers an excellent opportunity to observe rural Cambodia up-close.
Upon arrival at Koh Kong, transfer by boat to your lodge to check in and then spend the rest of the day at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Koh Kong.

Day 6: Koh Kong - Free at your leisure
Today is free day at your leisure. You may choose one of the following optional activities (extra charges) to take part or just simply enjoy your time at the beach. Please contact to your travel consultant in advance for the arrangement.
• Tatei waterfall.
• A visit to the Peam Krasaop Wildlife Santuary
• A rustic local boat trip to Koh Kong Island, the perfect opportunity to relax on a coconut-palmed lined beach and to swim in the crystal clear waters.
Meals: Breakfast.

Day 7: Koh Kong - Drive to Trat - Fly to Bangkok.
After breakfast at hotel, spend your free morning until a short transfer to the border between Cambodia and Thailand for the formalities. Cross the border and take further drive to Trat airport for your flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, check in your hotel and relax.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok.

Day 8: Damnoen Floating Market - Bangkok City Tour
After breakfast at the hotel, drive East 110 km to Damnoen Floating Market. On the way you will visit farmhouse and watch local people making sugar from coconut. Once you arrive in the floating market you will be impressed by various boats with different shapes and sizes used by local to carry their goods. You will get on a sampan boat to go around this colorful floating market to see how people here living, selling and buying goods.
In the afternoon, your exploration continues to the Grand Palace which has been the official Palace of The King Of Siam since 1782 and made up of numerous buildings, halls, pavilions set around open lawns, gardens and courtyards. It is located on the bank of The Chao Phraya River. Inside the Grand Palace complex is Wat Phra Kaeo or Temple of the Emerald Buddha – the most beautiful and sacred Buddhist temple in Thailand. The following visit is Wat Pho – the temple of reclining Buddha. The temple has a long list of credits: The oldest and largest temple in Bangkok, the longest reclining Buddha and the largest collection of Buddha images in Thailand, the first public education institution. Then cross Chao Phraya River to Thon Buri to visit Wat Arun which is known as Temple of Dawn – one of the best well-known sites in Bangkok. It is best seen from the opposite side of the river.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok.

Day 9: Bangkok - Ayutthaya Day Trip
This morning, you will leave Bangkok for Ayutthaya – 80 kilometers from Bangkok. The first stop is the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace also known as Summer Palace located 18km from Ayutthaya on the bank of Chao Phraya River. Continue your drive to Ayutthaya – the ancient capital for over 400 years. You will visit main temples in Ayutthaya Historical Park: Wat Yaichai Mongkol - the tallest temple in Ayutthaya, Wat Maha That – an over 600 year old temple, Wat Mongkol Bophit and Wat Si Sanphet. Don’t miss to spend some minutes at the outdoor market next to Mongkol Bophit Temple offering a range of handicrafts and local specialties unique to Ayutthaya. End of the day, drive back to your hotel in Bangkok and relax.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Bangkok.

Day 10: Bangkok Departure