Thai Indo China Explorer

13 Days - from $1680

Angkor Wat, the beach, cities and the Mekong Delta - a great journey from Saigon to Bangkok

Beginning in frenetic Saigon we cross three countries in two weeks, making for a varied and fascinating trip. We encounter the majestic and otherworldly ruins at Angkor, the lush fertility of the Mekong Delta and the sobering faces of the tragic recent history of Vietnam and Cambodia. Getting off-the-beaten-track, we journey into rural Cambodia and have a couple of days to relax by the beach. A short stay in Bangkok rounds off our trip perfectly with time for shopping. Summer offer:Book now for August and September and receive a free boat trip to the floating Vietnamese fishing village on Tonle Sap Lake outside of Siem Reap, plus free meals at famous restaurants that support good causes; Cabbages & Condoms in Bangkok, and Friends restaurant in Phnom Penh. 

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Saigon. 2 Morning visit to the infamous Cu Chi Tunnels; afternoon tour of Saigon. 3 To the Mekong Delta visiting local craft industries and the floating market at Cai Be; overnight in an island village homestay. 4 Walking tour and sampan ride in the delta; to Chau Doc; afternoon walk up Sam Mountain for sunset. 5 Into Cambodia and Kampot via the beach resort town of Kep. 6 To the coastal town of Sihanoukville; more beach time. 7 Morning at leisure; drive to Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia. 8 Full day sightseeing including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the 'Killing Fields'. 9 Drive to Siem Reap; sunset views over the temples at Angkor. 10-11 One and a half days to explore the amazing temple complex at Angkor including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, the impressive Bayon and Ta Prohm Temple. 12 Fly to Bangkok; afternoon city tour. 13 End Bangkok.

Mode of travel: Travel by minibus or coach, boat and 1 internal flight.
Group size: Min. 4, max. 16, plus leader and local guides.
Accommodation: 11 nights hotels, 1 night village house.
Food: 12 breakfasts and 1 dinner included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $320.00
Trip Reference: AOX
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.