This 12-day route follows Bangkok → Luang Prabang → Siem Reap, with sightseeing, meal suggestions and transport connections for each day. Allow USD 355–3592 for one room over 11 nights across the listed hotel tiers. Main travel options: Rail, Metro, Ferry, Car / taxi, Walking, Flight. These are planning allowances; flights, meals, admission and taxes are separate.
| Day | City | Transport | USD / room / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| D1 | Bangkok | Rail / Metro | USD 35–208 |
| D2 | Bangkok | Metro / Ferry | USD 35–208 |
| D3 | Bangkok | Metro | USD 35–208 |
| D4 | Bangkok | Car / taxi / Walking / Metro | USD 35–208 |
| D5 | Luang Prabang | Metro / Rail / Flight / Car / taxi | USD 35–450 |
| D6 | Luang Prabang | Car / taxi / Walking | USD 35–450 |
| D7 | Luang Prabang | Car / taxi / Walking | USD 35–450 |
| D8 | Luang Prabang | Car / taxi | USD 35–450 |
| D9 | Siem Reap | Car / taxi / Flight | USD 25–320 |
| D10 | Siem Reap | Car / taxi | USD 25–320 |
| D11 | Siem Reap | Car / taxi / Walking | USD 25–320 |
| D12 | Siem Reap | Car / taxi | No overnight stay |
Accommodation allowances only, across the available hotel tiers; not live rates or a whole-trip budget. Check transport, meals, tickets and taxes separately. Departure day has no overnight stay.
Bangkok, Luang Prabang and Siem Reap. Reserve full border-transfer days and verify flights and transit eligibility.
Bangkok → Luang Prabang → Siem Reap
Plan a trip with this routeMorning · Arrive at BKK, clear immigration and transfer to the hotel. Luggage storage and early check-in depend on the property.
Afternoon · If arriving early: An easy walk in Lumphini Park. For a late arrival, rest instead of rushing to sights.
Dining · Eat near the selected hotel after arrival, checking opening for a late arrival; do not cross town for a lunch suggestion.
Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai; DMK needs a different Red Line/bus connection. · 35–50 min
Transport sourceBTS to Siam, Silom Line to Sala Daeng, then walk to the hotel. · 45–65 min
Transport sourceMorning · Wat Pho, allowing about 2 hours; cover shoulders and knees.
Afternoon · Cross the river to Wat Arun, then stay around the riverside.
Dining · Tha Tien riverside: Thai curry and mango sticky rice.
Walk to Si Lom; MRT Blue Line to Sanam Chai, then walk to Wat Pho. · 35–50 min
Transport sourceWalk to Tha Tien and use the operating cross-river ferry to Wat Arun; avoid it in severe weather. · 20–35 min
Transport sourceFerry back to Tha Tien; walk to Sanam Chai and take the Blue Line to Si Lom. · 45–65 min
Transport sourceThai dishes and a range of dining options
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 200–600
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew; allow half a day and check ceremonial closures.
Afternoon · Rest over lunch, then take the metro to walk along Yaowarat Road.
Dining · Yaowarat: noodles and grilled seafood at stalls with clear prices.
MRT Blue Line from Si Lom to Sanam Chai, then about 20 minutes on foot. · 45–65 min
Transport sourceReturn to Sanam Chai; Blue Line to Wat Mangkon, then walk to Yaowarat. · 35–50 min
Transport sourceBlue Line from Wat Mangkon to Si Lom, then walk. · 20–35 min
Transport sourceThai dishes and a range of dining options
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 200–600
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Jim Thompson House, allowing about two hours and checking opening days.
Afternoon · Walk to Bangkok Art and Culture Centre; use the Siam district if it is closed.
Dining · Siam / National Stadium: boat noodles and Thai iced tea.
Use a licensed taxi to Soi Kasem San 2 and walk to the museum. · 20–40 min
Transport sourceWalk along Rama I Road to BACC; canal boats remain an optional checked excursion. · 10–20 min
Transport sourceBTS Silom Line to Sala Daeng, then walk to the Silom hotel. · 30–45 min
Transport sourceThai dishes and a range of dining options
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): THB 200–600
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Travel from BKK / DMK to LPQ, possibly with a connection. Reserve the day for airport transfers, check-in, borders and arrival. Check date-specific service; a long connection may need an extra day.
Afternoon · Check in, eat nearby and rest after arrival. Leave ticketed attractions for another day to allow for transport and border delays.
Dining · Eat near the selected hotel according to arrival time, carrying water and a snack for the transfer.
Use this connection in reverse and confirm the departure airport: BTS to Siam, Silom Line to Sala Daeng, then walk to the hotel. · 45–65 min
Transport sourceUse this connection in reverse and confirm the departure airport: Airport Rail Link to Phaya Thai; DMK needs a different Red Line/bus connection. · 35–50 min
Transport sourceTravel from BKK / DMK to LPQ, possibly with a connection. Reserve the day for airport transfers, check-in, borders and arrival. Check date-specific service; a long connection may need an extra day.
Transport sourceAllow 30–60 minutes from LPQ by licensed taxi or hotel transfer. · 45–120 min
Transport sourceMorning · Wat Xieng Thong; cover shoulders and knees and respect worship.
Afternoon · Royal Palace Museum and Mekong riverside; check opening days.
Dining · Old town: Lao khao soi and sticky rice.
Confirm a hotel shuttle or licensed ride; do not assume it is free. · 15–25 min
Transport sourceWalk along old-town streets to the palace and check opening/break times. · 15–25 min
Transport sourceReturn from the agreed old-town pickup. · 10–20 min
Transport sourceLao dishes; the venue lists Sunday closure
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): LAK 150,000–350,000
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Arrange return transport to Kuang Si Falls and bring grippy shoes.
Afternoon · Explore marked trails if conditions allow, then return to rest.
Dining · Town: grilled fish and vegetables, with sealed drinking water.
Arrange a return shared van or licensed car and confirm pickup, waiting and fare. · 50–75 min
Transport sourceUse open trails and follow on-site swimming restrictions. · 30–60 min
Transport sourceReturn on the agreed transfer to town. · 50–75 min
Transport sourceLao dishes; the venue lists Sunday closure
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): LAK 150,000–350,000
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Arrange a traditional craft experience with a local workshop.
Afternoon · Mount Phousi involves steps; go early to avoid sunset crowds.
Dining · Night-market area: noodles, grilled vegetables and fruit.
Confirm the actual workshop location and included transfers. · 15–35 min
Transport sourceTransfer to the foot of the hill; the summit requires stairs. · 15–30 min
Transport sourceReturn from a pickup outside the night-market pedestrian area. · 10–20 min
Transport sourceLao dishes; the venue lists Sunday closure
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): LAK 150,000–350,000
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Travel from LPQ to SAI, possibly with a connection. Reserve the day for airport transfers, check-in, borders and arrival. Check date-specific service; a long connection may need an extra day.
Afternoon · Check in, eat nearby and rest after arrival. Leave ticketed attractions for another day to allow for transport and border delays.
Dining · Eat near the selected hotel according to arrival time, carrying water and a snack for the transfer.
Allow 30–60 minutes from LPQ by licensed taxi or hotel transfer. · 45–120 min
Transport sourceTravel from LPQ to SAI, possibly with a connection. Reserve the day for airport transfers, check-in, borders and arrival. Check date-specific service; a long connection may need an extra day.
Transport sourceUse SAI airport; allow 1–1.5 hours by car to town. · 45–120 min
Transport sourceMorning · Angkor Wat; arrange an official pass and avoid peak heat.
Afternoon · Ta Prohm with lunch and rest between visits; do not rush every temple in one day.
Dining · Town: fish amok or vegetable curry.
Book a licensed tuk-tuk/car with waiting time and arrange an official pass. · 25–40 min
Transport sourceContinue by the same vehicle with a lunch/rest break between temples. · 25–40 min
Transport sourceReturn to Siem Reap from the agreed pickup. · 30–45 min
Transport sourceAsian dishes with vegetarian options
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): USD 10–25
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Bayon and Angkor Thom; check pass validity.
Afternoon · Return to town for traditional craft workshops.
Dining · Old Market area: beef lok lak or tofu dishes.
Use licensed transport via an open Angkor Thom entrance with a valid pass. · 30–45 min
Transport sourceReturn to a confirmed-open craft workshop; book any activity separately. · 30–45 min
Transport sourceWalk if the selected workshop is nearby, otherwise use a short car ride. · 15–30 min
Transport sourceAsian dishes with vegetarian options
Planning allowance per person (not a menu price): USD 10–25
Menu, opening & reservationsConfirm opening, queues and allergens with the venue; dining stops are not automatically added to sight routes.
Morning · Have breakfast near the hotel, pack and check out. Go directly to the airport for an early flight.
Afternoon · Travel to SAI for your booked flight. Aim to reach the terminal around three hours before an international departure; no distant sightseeing today.
Dining · Eat near the hotel or at the airport according to flight time.
Use SAI airport; allow 1–1.5 hours by car to town. · 45–120 min
Transport source
Economy chain in Sathorn near Lumpini; walk to the MRT or check the hotel shuttle.
USD 35–63
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · ibis Bangkok Sathorn
A practical Silom base for exploring by urban rail.
USD 65–119
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · ibis Styles Bangkok Silom
Five-star Silom Road hotel with access to Chong Nonsi BTS for city sightseeing and dining.
USD 118–208
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Pullman Bangkok Hotel G
Small stay near the night market for walking around town; arrange a transfer from the railway station.
USD 35–65
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Expedia · Villa Oasis
A town base; ask the hotel about old-town and airport transfers.
USD 90–160
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · MyBanLao Hotel
Courtyard-suite hotel in Ban Mano, suited to a relaxed stay with time between sightseeing.
USD 250–450
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Sofitel Luang Prabang
Budget stay near the night market. Allowance is for a private double room, not a dorm bed; no lift, so check the floor.
USD 25–40
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Onederz Siem Reap · Private room
Old Market base for dining and Angkor outings.
USD 40–75
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · ibis Styles Siem Reap
Five-star resort toward Angkor with gardens and a pool; arrange transport to the temples and downtown.
USD 180–320
Editorial allowance per room/night, not a live quoteOfficial property informationPhoto source · Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort
USD 355–3592 · 11 nights. Accommodation allowances only, across the available hotel tiers; not live rates or a whole-trip budget. Check transport, meals, tickets and taxes separately. Departure day has no overnight stay.
Travel from BKK / DMK to LPQ, possibly with a connection. Reserve the day for airport transfers, check-in, borders and arrival. Check date-specific service; a long connection may need an extra day. Travel from LPQ to SAI, possibly with a connection. Reserve the day for airport transfers, check-in, borders and arrival. Check date-specific service; a long connection may need an extra day.
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