17 Days Adventurous Route thru Thailand and Cambodia

Destinations: Bangkok – Kanchanaburi – Bangkok – Siem Reap – Khao Lak – Krabi – Bangkok | 17 Days Adventurous Route thru Thailand Cambodia

Highlights of this 17 Days Adventurous Trip in Thailand and Cambodia:

Gentle Giant of Asia
Angkor Ancient Temples
Floathouse on River Kwai in Kanchanaburi
Sea Cave by Starlight
Scuba Diving at Richelieu Rock
Khao Sok Rainforest Kayaking
Sea Turtle Nursery

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17 Days

Includes internal flights, twin shared accommodation, English speaking guides, private cars, sightseeing and meals listed.
Excludes visa and travel documents, travel insurance, international flights, local tipping, etc.

This itinerary is to give you a flavor of what is possible. We can tailor this trip to suit your specific needs and expectations. You may alter any aspect of the itinerary from excursions to accommodation.

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Day 1: Bangkok | Arrive in Bangkok

International Flight: Excluded

Welcome to Thailand! Upon arrival in Bangkok, our guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in. Then you are at leisure to explore the Chao Phraya riverfront, go shopping, or visit a Muay Thai boxing gym on your own.

Beginning as a small trading village on the west bank of the Chao Phraya River, Bangkok has expanded to be both Thailand’s largest city and serves as its booming and cosmopolitan capital. As a gateway to South East Asia, Bangkok has grown in international business significance and yet still maintains its grandeur, mystery, and tropical beauty. With its many markets, world-class restaurants and street food, extraordinary Royal Palace, and a myriad of pagodas, it continues to attract millions of visitors each year and is consistently rated as one of the world’s foremost Destination Cities.

Bangkok Royal Palace – 17 Days Adventurous Route thru Thailand Cambodia

Accommodation: Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Towers

Day 2: Bangkok | Bangkok by Boat | Private Streetfood Tour by Tuk Tuk

Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
In the early morning, take a traditional long-tail boat to Wat Arun – the Temple of the Dawn to enjoy a stunning view and explore the gem of Bangkok.

Continue to one of the must-see sights, the spectacular Grand Palace, undoubtedly the city’s most famous landmark. Built in 1782- and for 150 years the home of the Thai King, the Royal court and the administrative seat of government – the Grand Palace of Bangkok is a grand old dame indeed, that continues to have visitors in awe with its beautiful architecture and intricate detail, all of which is a proud salute to the creativity and craftsmanship of Thai people.

Within its walls were also the Thai war ministry, state departments, and even the mint. Today, the complex remains the spiritual heart of the Thai Kingdom. Within the palace complex are several impressive buildings including Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha), which contains the small, very famous and greatly revered Emerald Buddha that dates back to the 14th century. The robes on the Buddha are changed with the seasons by HM The King of Thailand and forms an important ritual in the Buddhist calendar. Thai Kings stopped living in the palace around the turn of the twentieth century, but the palace complex is still used to mark all kinds of other ceremonial and auspicious happenings. Then return to the hotel for some leisure time in the afternoon.

Midnight Streetfood Adventure

Go beyond tourist zones for the most enjoyable midnight eating adventure. After the moon comes up, cruise along Bangkok streets via this city’s iconic 3-wheel, Tuk Tuk, to visit Bangkokian’s favorite places to eat. Taste a variety of savory menus, including the local favorite Northeastern Thai Food (Esan Food), the town’s Best Pad Thai, and the popular home-style Thai snack. Between the bites, visit old-town landmarks and temples for a different perspective compared to the busy day time scene. Discover the side of Bangkok wholly unknown to visitors. We will finish the tour by Cinderella’s time. This tour is not suitable for vegetarians.

Accommodation: Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Towers

Day 3: Bangkok – Kanchanaburi | Kanchanaburi and Death Railway

Meals: Breakfast

Check out from the hotel and transfer to Kanchanaburi Province. The first visit of the day is the Thailand-Burma Railway Center an interactive museum and research center, here you will find information dedicated to preserving the history of the Thailand-Burma Railway. Then on to visit Allied War Cemetery and pay respect to the memorial to some 6,000 allied prisoners of war who perished during the construction of the Death Railway and were moved post-war to this eternal resting place. Visit the world-famous Bridge over the River Kwai, a part of Death Railway constructed by Allied POWs in World War II and had seen its share of conflict and bloodshed.

Take a long-tailed boat on River Kwai to Float House River Kwai. Check-in and have lunch upon arrival before boarding the boat downstream to Phu Takian Pier and continue on road to Hellfire Pass Memorial, it is a part of the Death Railway that was built cruelly by prisoners of war during the World War II. The pass is no longer in use and it becomes the museum to exhibit related tools and photographs about the historical event to remind people of the importance of world peace. Return to the rafts and have dinner followed by a 45-minute presentation of traditional Mon Dance.

River Kwai Bridge – 17 Days Adventurous Route thru Thailand Cambodia

Accommodation: Float House River Kwai Resort

Day 4: Kanchanaburi – Bangkok | Bamboo Rafting | Return to Bangkok

Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, experience something more local by taking the bamboo raft along the river. The raft is made by Mon people with local materials. The rafting was away local people living along with the river used to. When you take the bamboo rafting, there’s a person to steer the raft for you. You can just sit back and enjoy the wonderful nature. The rafting takes approximately 45 mins. Return back to the resort and check out around 11 am followed by lunch at the local restaurant. Then take a historic ride on Death Railway Train passing over the original wooden viaduct constructed by Allied POWs.

Return to Bangkok and overnight.

Accommodation: Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel and Towers

Day 5: Bangkok – Siem Reap | Flight to Siem Reap | Phare Acrobatic Show

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
Today, take a flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the hotel for check-in.

Siem Reap is a quaint town in Cambodia and the gateway to the vast remains of the Angkor empire. Discover the Royal Gardens on your own with ancient trees home to a colony of giant fruit bats. Take a stroll along the scenic riverside and visit the night markets to find unique souvenirs. You may also want to spend the evening with a visit to Pub Street with several restaurants and bars that stay open late into the night. Many restaurants have live entertainment in the evening.

In the evening, you’ll go to visit Phare Cambodian Circus. Be amazed by stunts and choreography unique to Cambodia’s performing arts. You’ll watch as a story written by locals is acted out with an impressive stage show. Be prepared for laughter and wonder as you enjoy the performance. After the hour-long spectacle, you’ll return to your hotel for leisure and overnight.

Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Siem Reap Resort

Day 6: Siem Reap | Angkor Wat Temple | Angkor Thom by Bicycle | Water Blessing Ceremony

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

After breakfast, your private guide will escort you to discover the world’s wonder site of Angkor Wat. The magnificent temple was built in the 12th century and is the largest religious monument in the world. Then you’ll continue to the ancient city of Angkor Thom which was the last and most enduring capital of the Khmer Empire. The tour in Angkor Thom will start from the South Gate, then continue to Bayon Temple where you will be greeted by 216 gigantic stone faces famed as the smile of Angkor. You will also visit the Terrace of the Elephants, the Royal Palace, and the Terrace of the Leper King.

In the afternoon, you’ll have lunch at a restaurant near Angkor Wat.

Bayon Temple – 17 Days Adventurous Route thru Thailand Cambodia

Then, visit the local monastery to chat with monks and see their daily life. Then take part in a Water Blessing Ceremony. We will provide a change of clothes for you – a traditional Sarong which you will wear during the ceremony. After that, you’ll continue the tour to an ancient Buddhist Monastery and University called Ta Prohm. Ta Prohm features trees growing out of the ruins with the jungle surrounding making it known as the Jungle Temple. After the tour, you’ll return to your hotel for the evening to relax at your leisure.

Accommodation: Courtyard by Marriott Siem Reap Resort

Day 7: Siem Reap – Khao Lak | Morning Flight to Phuket

Internal Flight: Included
Meals: Breakfast
Today, take a flight to Phuket. Upon arrival, our guide will greet you at the airport and transfer you to the resort in Khao Lak (1h40m) for check-in.