Classic Cambodia and Thai Islands – East Coast

Visit three of Southeast Asia's most compelling destinations on this 16-day tour that combines culture and food with time for relaxation. Begin in bustling Ho Chi Minh City then make your way to Phnom Penh and the incredible ancient temple complex of Angkor Wat. Stop by the Thai capital of Bangkok before heading south to the islands for swimming, relaxing, snorkelling, and maybe even a full moon party if your timing is right.

Day 1 Ho Chi Minh City
Arrive at any time.

Day 2 Ho Chi Minh City
Enjoy a boat cruise through the villages, islands, and markets of the Mekong Delta, and visit traditional candy factories.

Day 3 Ho Chi Minh City/Phnom Penh
Travel day with border crossing from Vietnam to Cambodia. Enjoy a cyclo tour through the city to benefit a local organization.

Day 4 Phnom Penh
Guided tour of Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Opt to visit the Royal Palace, the National Museum or the Central Market.

Day 5 Phnom Penh/Siem Reap
Drive from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, the home base for exploring incredible Angkor Wat.

Day 6 Siem Reap
Enjoy a guided tour of the Angkor Wat temple complex. Opt to visit the Tonlé Sap floating village and the Angkor National Museum. Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at a G Adventures for Good-supported project.

Day 7 Siem Reap
Spend another day in Siem Reap, exploring more temples of Angkor or going further afield.

Day 8 Siem Reap/Bangkok
Cross the border into Thailand and continue on to the bustling metropolis of Bangkok.

Day 9 Bangkok
Arrive at any time.

Day 10 Bangkok/Ko Samui
Catch a flight to Surat Thani and board a ferry to the tropical island of Ko Samui. Relax on the beach or visit the bustling little town.

Day 11 Ko Samui
Relax on the beach or visit the bustling little town. Opt for a snorkelling trip in Ang Thong Marine Park.

Day 12 Ko Samui/Ko Pha Ngan
Take a ferry to nearby Ko Pha-Ngan, with time to explore the island's waterfalls, swim in lagoons, hike, or relax. If it's the right time, opt to take part in the island's famous Full Moon Party.

Day 13 Ko Pha Ngan
Enjoy free time to make the most of Ko Pha-Ngan.

Day 14 Ko Pha Ngan/Ko Tao
Travel by ferry to Ko Tao, in English known as ‘turtle island’. While most of the visitors spend their days in the water, in the evening the beach bars and hotels spill over with people looking to share their tales of the days activities and a cold beer or two.

Day 15 Ko Tao
Enjoy an included snorkelling trip from Ko Tao through Ko Nang Yuan.

Day 16 Ko Tao
Depart at any time. If booking a flight out of Ko Samui airport, the earliest departure time should be 11:00 am

Want to take the hassle out of getting back to Bangkok? Book the Bangkok Express, a two-day post-tour Extra. Speak to your Global Connection Officer or travel agent to book.