Prepare for a unique adventure packed full of ancient sights and breathtaking beauty as you journey from the bustle of Bangkok to the hustle of Ho Chi Minh City. Discover the laid-back charm of the Khmers, call into the ancient Angkor ruins, take on beguiling Phnom Penh and relax on the palm-fringed beaches of Sihanoukville. With a do-it-yourself approach that gives you the freedom to choose what interests you, we dare you to not be impressed by this overland travel adventure.

Day 1 Bangkok:
Bangkok welcomes with exotic markets, weaving tuk-tuks, slow-going longtail boats and serene temples. Shop up a storm, enjoy a soothing massage or savour the many flavours of Thai cuisine.

Days 2-4 Siem Reap/Angkor Wat:
Don't miss the extraordinary temples of Angkor - they're just a short tuk-tuk ride away. Perhaps also consider a trip to Tonle Sap Lake or peruse Siem Reap's markets for a trinket or two.

Day 5 Kompong Cham:
Enjoy the fusion of frontier charm and French-colonial character. Stroll the streets to admire the faded European architecture or hire a bike to explore rustic surrounds. Perhaps head a little further afield to learn the legends of the nearby mountain temples.

Day 6 Homestay:
Travel further into the Cambodian countryside to a village homestay. Staying with a friendly local family, this is a unique opportunity to experience everyday rural life and to enjoy a home-cooked meal.

Days 7-9 Sihanoukville:
Find a spot on the secluded beaches that fringe Sihanoukville or take a boat trip out to nearby idyllic islands. If mangrove forests, monkeys and exotic birds appeal, visit the Ream National Park for a tropical safari.

Days 10-11 Phnom Penh:
Find graphic reminders of the country's tragic history in the bone-chilling Tuol Sleng Museum, filled with black-and-white photographs of Pol Pot's prisoners. Gain insight into brighter times in the shimmering Silver Pagoda.

Days 12-13 Ho Chi Minh City:
The adventure comes to an end amid swarms of motorbikes and street stalls in Ho Chi Minh City.

Duration:
13 days

Tour Code:
KRR

Physical Rating:
2

Culture Shock Rating:
3

Accommodation:
Hotels (11 nts), homestay (1 nt)

Transportation:
Bus, walking

Trip Style:
Intrepid Basix

Group Size:
Maximum of 16 travellers per group

Departure:
Departure is guaranteed

Budget:
Allow USD $300 for meals not included.

Trip Kitty:

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