Adventure and Luxury in Southeast Asia Bespoke Holiday Itinerary / Experience Tour

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Experience Cambodia and Thailand in style: your private guide will reveal incredible sights and transport you away from the crowds to retreat and relax in some of the region's most outstanding and original hotels.

You'll begin with the essentials, visiting the magical Temples of Angkor. Our tours are carefully paced to steer away from the busiest times of day and show you the temples at their best.

After discovering the Cambodian capital Phnom Penh you’ll explore the unspoilt countryside in a little more depth, before crossing the border into Thailand to the lush island of Koh Kood. There you’ll enjoy a dreamy barefoot-luxury beach stay at the wonderful Soneva Kiri before winding up the holiday with a cultural city safari in Bangkok.

Highlights include:

Retreating to Phum Baitang (Siem Reap) after a day exploring temple ruins. It’s a beautiful, tranquil hideaway in the paddy fields surrounding the Angkor complex.
Staying at a floating lodge and immersing yourself in the stunning rural scenery of Cambodia’s Cardamom Mountains
Checking in to the illustrious Raffles Phnom Penh; the bustling capital city’s grandest hotel is infused with history
A beach stay in paradise at beautiful Soneva Kiri on tropical Koh Kood island
Getting a taste of typical local life in Bangkok as you travel through the waterways, visit the morning flower markets and drink fresh coconut juice

As with all of our suggested itineraries, we can tailor-make your holiday to suit your budget, style and expectations. Find out about our exclusive ‘Journey Planner’ here.

DAY 1 DEPART THE UK

Depart the UK on your overnight flight to Cambodia.

DAYS 2-5 SIEM REAP Temples and rice fields

Your guide will meet you at the airport for the transfer to your beautiful hotel, Phum Baitang. The evening is free for you to relax and enjoy the surroundings.

During your stay in Siem Reap there will be plenty of time to explore the breathtaking Temples of Angkor. You'll visit the most famous temple Angkor Wat as well as Angkor Thom, Bayon and also Ta Prohm, which is atmospherically overgrown with the roots and limbs of Banyan Trees. You can also explore some of the more remote temples and visit the floating villages on the Tonle Sap. We always tailor the time in Angkor around your personal style and we constantly change routes to try and avoid places where the coach tours gather.

DAYS 6 AND 7 PHNOM PENH history in the capital

Today you can choose between either a one hour domestic flight or an overland road journey to take you to the capital Phnom Penh. Door to door, the road journey takes slightly longer but offers you the chance to experience the rural countryside en route. On arrival in Phnom Penh you'll check in at the world-famous Raffles Le Royal, Phnom Penh’s most historical hotel. During your stay in the capital a full-day tour of the city is included, which covers the key highlights of the Royal Palace, National Museum and the Silver Pagoda. The harrowing Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng S-21 prison can be included but there are also alternative options if you would prefer, such as a cycling tour of a nearby island.

DAY 8 – 10 CARDAMOM MOUNTAINS Countryside Adventures

Your guide and driver will collect you from your hotel for the road journey into the Cardamom Mountains. You will then board a small boat and head to the 4 Rivers Floating Resort, where you will be based for the next three nights.

Spend your time at leisure at the 4 Rivers Floating Resort. Simply relax by (or in!) the river or take time to explore the beautiful wildlife and scenery of the surrounding rainforest. The hotel provides a wide range of daily activities and experiences, including boat trips to nearby waterfalls, a trek through the forest, a visit to local villages, a tour of a mangrove forest and various nature trails.

Day 11-14 Koh Kood Relaxing in paradise

Today you will be transferred to the Thai/Cambodia border where you’ll meet your Thai driver and guide for the transfer on to Koh Kood. Your destination is the exclusive Soneva Kiri resort, a very special barefoot-luxury retreat in an incredible location. Here you have a four-night stay in a veritable paradise. Dine in a treehouse, wallow at the spa, camp out in the chocolate room or just relax by the beach!

Day 15 - 17 Bangkok Colours, flavours and culture

Transfer by boat to mainland Trat for your short domestic flight to Bangkok (or if you prefer, Soneva Kiri offers a private plane directly from the resort to Bangkok for a supplement). On arrival in Bangkok you’ll be transferred by your private guide to the famous Peninsula Hotel overlooking the Chao Phraya River.

On our privately guided signature Bangkok tour you’ll snake through the city by canal boat, skytrain and tuk tuk to discover its colours, flavours and culture. En route you’ll explore the exotic flower markets, life on the klongs (canals) and some of the best street food in town.

On a second day in Bangkok there will be a chance to explore rural village life by paddleboat - the outskirts of the city are quite a contrast to the bustling centre.

Day 18 Fly Home

Depart Bangkok on your flight back to the UK.

As every holiday is unique to you, prices vary. To give you an indication, two-week holidays range from roughly £2,500 to £8,000 per adult, with an average price of £3,300. We also offer substantial child and seasonal discounts.

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Inclusions

International Flights (which can be omitted from your quotation if you prefer)
Accommodation as described
Privately guided tours and transfers
Original Experience Travel Group "Signature" experiences
Full financial protection (full ABTA and ATOL bonding)
Meals as described - please call for details if they are unclear
24 hour in-country backup whilst away
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You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the hotels and villas within this holiday as standard...

4 Rivers Floating Lodge, Tatai

A totally unique floating lodge close to the Thai border yet so far away from it all. A unique place.

Peninsula Bangkok, Bangkok

Award winning luxury hotel on banks of Chao Phraya River with excellent views of Bangkok

Phum Baitang, Siem Reap

A beautiful eco-luxury resort close to Siem Reap, set on eight acres of tropical gardens and rice paddies.

Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh

One of Phnom Penh's finest hotels encompassing old world charm and laid back modern comforts.

Soneva Kiri, Koh Kood

A truly indulgent luxury resort on the island of Koh Kood on the East Coast of thailand.

You can book this holiday tour on its own, with flights or it can be tailored for you.

Here are the experiences & activities within this holiday as standard...

Explore the magnificent Angkor Wat, Siem Reap

Carefully crafted experience to ensure you get the most out of this iconic temple away from the crowds.

Koh Dach Full Day Cycle Tour, Phnom Penh

Day tour taking in the small and unique Cambodian island of Koh Dach in the Mekong River, travelling by bike and boat.

Off-The Beaten-Track Angkor , Siem Reap

Visit some of the less-explored temples of the region. Majestic structures off the obvious tourist trail.

Overgrown Ta Prohm Temple, Siem Reap

Made famous by the Tomb Raider film, Ta Prohm has an incredibly mysterious atmosphere and is a must see whilst in Angkor.

Phnom Penh Day Tour, Phnom Penh

Take in some of the sights, sounds and smells of Cambodias bustling and capital city

Street Food of Chinatown (evening), Bangkok

A superb walking tour of dazzling Chinatown district, taking in 7 unique tasting locations and at least 11 food samples.

The 'klongs' (Canals) of Bangkok, Bangkok

See Bangkok from the water via the 'Klongs' - the traditional highways.

Tonle Sap Floating Villages, Siem Reap

Visit the floating villages of the Tonle Sap lake, the largest in South East Asia and home to these unusual dwellings.

Wildlife and Adventure , Tatai

The floating ecolodge offers a range of outdoor activities. From trekking to the jungle to visiting a local village, you'll be spoiled for choice.

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