BANGKOK, CHIANG MAI, CHIANG RAI, GOLDEN TRIANGLE & SIEM REAP
On this Amazing Thailand and Angkor Wat tour with airfare included, we immerse you in multifaceted cultures and bring you to some of the most beautiful places Southeast Asia has to offer. Travel through bustling Bangkok, a city brimming with impressive temples and Thai architecture. In Northern Thailand, discover the Golden Circle, an intersection of Thailand, Myanmar, and Laos. Then, visit Chiang Rai and it’s famous night market and explore temples of Chiang Mai. Here you’ll also enjoy an elephant experience and Thai cooking class! Lastly, head to Cambodia to marvel at the Angkor Wat temples, take a Tonle Sap Lake boat ride, and visit with local artists.
For COVID-19 updates, please scroll down to our Before You Depart section.
Did you know that you can make this tour private? Find out about pricing and options for groups of 10 or more travelers.
Itinerary at
a Glance
- 4 nights in Bangkok
- 1 night in Phitsanulok
- 1 night in Lampang
- 2 nights in Chiang Rai
- 3 nights in Chiang Mai
- 3 nights in Siem Reap/Angkor Wat
Tour
Highlights
Your Tour
Includes
- Round-trip airfare from Los Angeles
- Airfare taxes, fees & fuel surcharges
- Intra-Thailand flight and ground transportation
- Round-trip flight from Thailand to Cambodia
- Accommodations at Superior First Class hotels
- 17 meals: 14 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners
- Sightseeing tours as per itinerary and all transfers
- Professional English speaking Tour Director in Thailand
- Professional English speaking Tour Guide in Cambodia
Tour Itinerary
Map
Click the Day by Day itinerary above (or swipe on mobile devices) to see the experiences that await on each day of your tour.
Day 1: Depart USA
Day 2: Arrive Bangkok
Day 3: Bangkok
Day 4: Patom Organic Village
Day 5: Bangkok
Day 6: Bangkok/Ayutthaya/Phitsanulok
Day 7: Phitsanulok/Sukhothai/Lampang
Day 8: Lampang/Chiang Rai
Day 9: Chiang Rai
Day 10: Chiang Rai/Chiang Mai
Day 11: Chiang Mai
Day 12: Chiang Mai
Day 13: Chiang Mai/Bangkok/Siem Reap (Cambodia)
Day 14: Angkor Wat
Day 15: Angkor Wat
Day 16: Siem Reap/Bangkok
Day 17: Bangkok/USA
Guided Tour Pricing
Prices listed as “with flights” below include round-trip airfare from Los Angeles (LAX). Travelers may choose to purchase the tour only, and arrange their own arrival in destination. Please note this may change your tour start date.
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Rates are per person based on double occupancy.
Single supplement applies when not sharing a room. Select a date above to see the rates for that specific departure.
Visa required for Cambodia (obtained upon arrival).
For more information on this tour, please contact us here or call us during business hours (Mon-Fri, 9:00am – 5:30pm EST) at 1.800.337.7773.
Reservations and Payments
Reservations can be made online or by phone (1.800.337.7773) and will be confirmed upon receipt of your non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, which must be received at the time of reservation. Deposits are $300 per person. Full payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Space and prices subject to availability. Please see the smarTours Terms and Conditions for complete booking information.
Optional Tours Customize your trip with these optional tours.
Enhance your trip with our recommended optional tours. Indicated optional tours are available to pre-book when you reserve your trip and can be added to your reservation up to final payment. This is the best option to guarantee your spot on your preferred optional tour! Optional tours require a minimum number of participants. Optional tours are non-refundable unless they do not operate.
Some optional tours can be purchased in-destination and may cost extra. The payment methods and currency information to purchase tours in-destination will be provided on final documentation.
The Klongs (Canals) Afternoon Tour
The Imperial “Grand Palace” Tour
Khantoke Dinner and Entertainment
Local Life: Chiang Mai Rickshaw Explorer
Featured Accommodations
Menam Riverside Hotel
Topland Plaza Hotel
Tree Tara Hotel
Phowadol Resort & Spa
Empress Premier Hotel
Lotus Blanc Hotel & Resort
Before You Depart
COVID-19 UPDATE
Departing the U.S.: For the safety of everyone in the group, smarTours has implemented COVID-19 travel requirements which apply to all tours regardless of destination. To learn more, click here.
Please note destination entry requirements are changing rapidly. smarTours will communicate entry requirements in your Tour Documents 10-14 days prior to departure. For up-to-date information, please click the links below.
- Entry requirements
- State Department Travel Advisory Updates (Thailand, Cambodia)
- Center for Disease Control Updates & Information (Cambodia)
FLIGHT INFORMATION
Your flights from the USA to Thailand and back are on the following airlines with the corresponding schedules. You are expected to arrive at your departure airport at least 3 1/2 hours before your scheduled departure.
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| 2023: All Dates | TBA | TBA | TBA | ||
Please make sure to allow sufficient time for clearing immigration and customs if you are planning a connecting domestic flight. We recommend at least 3 ½ hours. Please keep in mind that flight schedules are always subject to change.
ADVANCE SEAT ASSIGNMENT AND FREQUENT FLYER MILES
The above airlines do not assign seats in advance. Please note that smarTours is not involved with your seat assignment. It is between you and the airline! Seat assignment can only be arranged upon check-in at the airport. Also, please note that Air China and China Eastern Airlines do not give frequent flyer miles for passengers traveling on a group fare and therefore, you will not be able to accrue miles on this trip.
LAND-ONLY TRAVELERS
International flights to/from the U.S. are not included. Land-only travelers are responsible for arranging the entry and exit flights, as well as their arrival and departure transfers. smarTours cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by air schedule changes and delays. Unused land services are non-refundable.
Main Tour: Land-only services start upon independent check in at Bangkok hotel on Day 2 of the itinerary listed on the tour page. Land-only services end upon arrival at Bangkok airport on Day 16 of the itinerary as listed on the tour page.
PASSPORT AND VISA INFORMATION
You must be in possession of a passport valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. American citizens do not require a visa for Thailand. If taking the Angkor Wat extension you may obtain visa upon arrival in Cambodia for a cost of US$30 . To obtain your visa on arrival you’ll need to present one visa application form (attained upon arrival at the airport) and a passport sized photo. Non U.S. citizens should check with the respective consulates for current visa requirements to all their travel destinations. You’ll need to mail smarTours one photocopy of your passport with your final payment. Please remember that it is your responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents before the trip.
TICKETS AND FINAL DOCUMENTS
Your airline tickets along with final instructions and additional travel tips will be sent to you 10 – 7 days before the scheduled departure of your tour.
HEALTH REQUIREMENTS
Immunizations are NOT currently required; however, you may wish to consult your personal physician or local public health authorities as to their suggestions.
CLIMATE
You may expect daytime high temperatures ranging from the 80’s and 90’s. Chiang Mai is about 10 degrees cooler.
NON-INCLUDED MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING
The hotels used on this tour have several dining choices from coffee shop to specialty restaurants. Average cost for dinner (excluding drinks) in the coffee shop is about $15 – $20 per meal per person. Optional sightseeing tours and evening activities will be offered and should be reserved and paid for directly to your guide in Thailand. Your hotel will accept credit cards for your non-included meals. Optional tours can be paid with by credit card or with cash.
CREDIT CARDS AND LOCAL CURRENCY
Hotels and some stores accept major credit cards. However, for “street shopping” you will need local currency or U.S. Dollars. Your hotels will be able to exchange for you cash to local currency. It is recommended that you bring along cash in small denominations.
BAGGAGE
Each passenger may bring one piece of checked-in luggage (suitcase maximum 44 pounds) and one carry-on piece. The carry on must not exceed 18” x 10” x 8”. We recommend that you do not over-pack and that you take a variety of separates with climate and comfort in mind.