Epic Journey of indochina - Vietnam Cambodia Thailand 14 days

Stretched over 250km from HCMC to the Cambodian border, the three-level in-depth Cu Chi Tunnels is a big MUST in every traveling list of all tourists. Visiting here, you can partly see how Viet Cong defeated their enemies in time of war, namely:
- Complicated and thrilling tunnel matrix under the ground.
- The hardships and sufferings of Vietnamese soldiers at the time of War when they constructed everything underground, from field hospitals, command centers to kitchen and restroom.
- Safe and fixed Vietnam war styled shooting range for you to try

Today you will visit the one-of-a-kind floating market in Can Tho, which is refrered as "should not be missed" by many tourists that have been to Vietnam. You will have the chance
- Travel along Mekong's natural networks of canals by both motor boats and sampan
- Enjoy the view of evergreen water coconut trees, taste tropical seasonal fruits in the regions
- Meet and have small chat with locals to understand more about the life in a boat and the colourful, lively floating market culture in Vietnam

In the afternoon, you will be transfered to Chau Doc, located in the Northwest of Can Tho. 
You will spend a night in this lovely little town of Vietnam.
 

Chau Doc is an amazing little town, so you are guaranteed many interesting activities here, namely
- Visit the floating fish breeding farms
- Visit many Cham minority villages with their traditional weaving custom
- Visit the local Islamic Mosque
Finally, you will have lunch at a famous local restaurant in Chau Doc before transferred back to HCMC in the afternoon.

Upon arrival at the Phnom Penh Airport, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel. You’ll then have a city tour which will include the Victory Monument and the National Museum, the Royal Palace (built by the French in 1866 on the site of the old town), and the Silver Pagoda (located within the Royal Palace grounds). You will then end your tour with a visit to Wat Phnom Temple (Phnom Penh's namesake) from which you can enjoy views over the tree lined avenues of the city during sunset. Overnight at your hotel in Phnom Penh.

Upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. The town of Siem Reap is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the ancient city of Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 AD to 1350 AD. No activities are planned, so you can stroll around the town or relax at the hotel before an overnight stay in Siem Reap.

Today you will visit to Banteay Srei Temple (10th century), regarded as the jewel in the crown of classical Khmer Art. Then you'll continue your visit to Banteay Samre, which was built in the third quarter of the 12th century. Then you will have lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon you will visit the unique interior brick sculptures of Prasat Kravan, Srah Srang ("The Royal Baths", which was once used for ritual bathing), Banteay Kdei (surrounded by 4 concentric walls), Ta Keo (constructed in late 10th century) and Ta Prohm, one of the area's most beautiful temples. You will stay overnight in Seam Reap.

Have breakfast at the hotel.
Then the first stop is the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (since 12th Century). This complex includes the South Gate (with its huge statues describing the churning of the ocean of milk), Phimeanakas, Bayon Temple (with 54 towers with over 200 smiling shades of Avolokitesvara), the Royal Enclosure, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.
The most interesting part will be Angkor Wat, the typical example of classical Khmer art and architecture masterpiece since the 12th Century in the aftrenoon. It covers over 81 hectares, which is the same size as the Imperial Palace in Beijing, China. Its iconic five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag. You will have chance to enjoy a spectacular view of the Western Baray and Angkor Wat, especially the charming sunset in Phnom Bakheng (one of two hills dominating the plain of Angkor).
Stay for another night at your hotel in Siem Reap.

Free at leisure

Our guide will pick you at Suvarnabhumi International Airport and transfer for check-in in the hotel. You will enjoy free time to the end of day.
The itinerary will cover Grand Palace and the "Emerald Buddha Temple", Wat Phra Kaeo. You can visit Royal Regalia Museum with its decorative jewelry, the ornaments of royal officers and consorts in the past before entering Emerald Buddha.
Then we stop at Wat Pho, the "Reclining Buddha Temple" - it is the oldest and biggest temple including the largest number of pagodas (95 in total).
After lunch, you will travel to Chao Phraya River to enjoy Thai life by a long-tailed boat. After a visit to the Grand Palace, the stop will be the Royal Barge Museum with ceremonial King's Barges's houses covered with multi-colored glass, gilt and stucco.
The last spot is Wat Arun known as the "Temple of Dawn" with visit the tallest prang in Thailand.

Start out with a visit to the Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple – Wat Phra Kaeo. Before entering the main gate to the temple of the Emerald Buddha, stop by the Royal Regalia Museum to see the beauty of decorative jewelry, which used to be an ornament of the royal officers and consorts. Continue exploring Wat Pho – the Reclining Buddha temple, the oldest and biggest temple with the largest number of pagodas (95 in all) in the city well known for its huge Reclining Buddha.

Afternoon, take a long-tailed boat along the Chao Phraya River to see Thai lifestyle. Pass the Grand Palace and pay a brief visit to the Royal Barge Museum. Disembark at Wat Arun – the temple of Dawn to visit the tallest prang in Thailand. It was built in the concept of Mount Meru, the resident of God located at the center of the Universe.

In the morning, it's time for enjoying Thai traditional life on floating markets along the bustling Chao Phya River and the quiet Klongs (canals) on a long-tailed or express boat, which is far apart from Bangkok 's skyscrapers.
We stop at the Baan Bu community, the only village in Thailand producing traditional handmade bronze ware for over 200 years.
The last visit is at the impressive "Temple of Dawn " (or Wat Arun).
You will be served a sumptuous lunch at Supatra River House Restaurant and admire the Grand Palace at the same time.
Then our guide will pick you toTria Integrative Wellness for the spa treatment program "Asian Bodywork" (4 hours) including the Eastern complete bodywork program from Chinese, Indian to Thai Massage.
Back to hotel and enjoy free time.
Stay overnight in Bangkok

In the morning, depart to the ancient city of Ayutthaya province – the former capital of Thailand, located 71km north of Bangkok. Take a stop at Bang Pa-In summer palace - a residence of King Rama V to see the complex that was built by King Rama V back to 100 years ago. Then continue on to Ayutthaya – the Siam Ancient City. Start with the Elephant Kraal, a spacious enclosure made of teak logs once used to capture wild elephants. Then explore the old Royal Palace compound with a start at Ayutthaya Island built in 1630 by King Prasat Thong, a replica of Angkor Wat with a huge prang surrounded by smaller ones, symbolizing Mount Meru, the residence of the heavenly gods. Then visit Wat Phra Si Sanphet – three outstanding Ceylonese style pagodas were built during the 15th century to enshrine the ashes of three Ayutthaya kings which houses a large bronze cast Buddha image was originally enshrined in the open area outside the Grand Palace and later covered by a building in the reign of king Songtham.

Then, visit Wat Yaichai Mongkol – the large pagoda built to celebrate the King’s victory of his single-handed combat on the elephant's back during Ayutthaya capital. It is the best time to walk and talk about the last period of Ayutthaya and enjoy the nice breeze and take a lot of photos before returning to Bangkok.

 

There is no activity planned for today so you are free to enjoy your free time souvenir shopping until transfer to the airport for your onward flight.