HomeAsiaSoutheast Asia Indochina Itinerary – Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam Tour By Marcos Detourista. Updated on January 1, 2019. How to go on a 1 week Indochina tour. This travel guide blog includes a sample Thailand-Vietnam-Cambodia itinerary, trip budget, DIY tips & more. The Indochina trail is South East Asia’s most infamous travel route. A popular itinerary crosses 3 countries, namely Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam. It often extends to Malaysia, Laos, Myanmar, and Singapore. This trip is very exciting, especially among travelers embarking on their first multi-country journey in the region. I highly recommend it because you’ll be able to see many awe-inspiring sights including the Grand Palace & temples in Thailand, majestic Angkor temples in Cambodia & energetic urban scene in Vietnam. Of course, all the while enjoying the different cultures and cuisines along the way. I’ve followed the Indochina trail and have been to these Southeast Asian countries separately many times. Because of its popularity, the trip is very doable even with little planning. How to spend 7 days in Indochina? Check out my recommended Indochina itinerary below. The sample itinerary is easy to follow or customize in case you plan to go for 5 days, 2 weeks (14 days) or more. Scroll down to see the detailed do-it-yourself (DIY) itinerary blog, followed by a budget/expenses breakdown and lots of extra travel tips. Follow me on Instagram Trip Checklist Before we go on with the actual itinerary, here are things you might need to prepare and bring for a hassle-free trip. I’ve posted a lot of discounts on this guide. Make sure to check them out and pre-book online to save money, time & avoid the hassles of bringing/exchanging cash during your trip. Swipe left to read expanded text below: Accommodations — You should have your confirmed hotel reservations at hand to show at the immigration checkpoint. Book your room as soon as you know you are going because prices often go up the closer you are to your trip. Cheapest ratesBest reviews Bangkok hotel booking — Stay in Central Bangkok, near train stations, in Hua Lamphong, Khao San Road or Chao Phraya Riverside areas. Cheapest ratesBest reviews Siem Reap hotel booking — Stay in Siem Reap central area, near Pub Street, riverside area or Charles De Gaulle. Cheapest ratesBest reviews Ho Chi Minh hotel booking — Stay in District 1, near Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Pham Ngu Lao or Bui Vien. Essentials Passport — Must not expire within the next 6 months. Tours & attraction tickets — Pre-book online to enjoy often cheaper prices compared to buying on site & avoid queueing at ticket counters. You can show these as well to immigration officers as proof that you’re visiting as a tourist. See discounts Bangkok tours + attraction booking Book here Floating Markets day tour from Book here Chao Phraya river cruise + dinner buffet See discounts Siem Reap tours + attraction booking Book here Angkor Wat & ancient city tour See discounts Ho Chi Minh tours + attraction booking Book here Mekong Delta day tour from Ho Chi Minh Transport Check fareSee more Bangkok to Siem Reap bus ticket — Book online to reserve a seat in your preferred bus schedule. Check fareSee more Siem Reap to Phnom Penh bus ticket Check fareSee more Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus ticket Others See discounts Thailand Internet WIFI/SIM card — Enjoy easy access to online map directions & helpful travel apps. See discounts Cambodia Internet WIFI/SIM card See discounts Vietnam Internet WIFI/SIM card Indochina Itinerary Blog Contents Indochina Trip Checklist Indochina Itinerary Indochina Budget Where to Stay in Bangkok Where to Stay in Siem Reap Where to Stay in Ho Chi Minh Indochina Travel Tips See More Travel Guides & Blogs Indochina Itinerary Here’s a sample 5-day itinerary that includes 3 countries and 4 cities in Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam. Feel free to tweak the activities & timings based on your traveling style, schedule, & attractions that interest you the most. Indochina Itinerary Day/Time Activity LEG 1 THAILAND Day 1 Bangkok highlights Flight to Bangkok 0840 am Bangkok Airport arrival Bangkok Airport to hotel 1000 am Bangkok hotel check-inCheapest ratesBest reviews 1030 am Free time 0130 pm Start Grand Palace and Bangkok temples tour 0130 pm Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) 0330 pm Wat Pho (Giant Reclining Buddha Temple) 0430 pm Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn) 0530 pm Sunset at Bangkok riverside 0700 pm Bangkok at night OPTION #1 Chao Phraya River Cruise OPTION #2 Bangkok rooftop bar OPTION #3 Bangkok dinner buffet OPTION #4 Watch a show OPTION #5 Enjoy a relaxing massage Bangkok at night (more options) Day 2 Beyond Bangkok OPTION #1 0830 am Ayutthaya day tour OPTION #2 0830 am Floating Markets day tour 0930 pm Bangkok at night Extend your trip in Thailand LEG 2 CAMBODIA Day 3 Thailand to Cambodia 0800 am Bangkok to Siem Reap bus 0500 pm Siem Reap arrival & hotel check-inCheapest ratesBest reviews 0600 pm Siem Reap at night OPTION #1 Pub Street OPTION #2 Siem Reap night markets OPTION #3 Siem Reap shows OPTION #4 Indulge in a relaxing spa/massage Day 4 Siem Reap + Angkor temples 0500 am Start Angkor temples tour 0530 am Sunrise at Angkor Wat Ancient city of Angkor 0500 pm Sunset at Phnom Bakheng 0700 pm Siem Reap at night 1030 pm Siem Reap to Phnom Penh night bus Day 5 Phnom Penh 0600 am Phnom Penh arrival and half-day city tour Extend your trip in Cambodia LEG 3 VIETNAM Cambodia to Vietnam 1230 nn Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus 0700 pm Ho Chi Minh arrival Ho Chi Minh hotel check-inCheapest ratesBest reviews Ho Chi Minh at night Day 6 Beyond Ho Chi Minh 0730 am Mekong Delta river cruise / Chu Chi tunnels 0600 pm Ho Chi Minh at night Day 7 Ho Chi Minh highlights 0800 am Old Saigon & Ho Chi Minh museums Saigon Skydeck 0600 pm Ho Chi Minh Airport transfer 0700 pm Ho Chi Minh Airport arrival Extend your trip in Vietnam LEG 1: THAILAND Day 1: Bangkok highlights Flight to Bangkok Take the earliest flight to Bangkok to maximize your first day in Thailand. Find cheap flights 0840 am: Bangkok Airport arrival Suvarnabhumi International Airport near Bangkok, Thailand There are two airports that serve Bangkok: Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) — Arrival airport of most foreign carriers including Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. Flight hub of Thai Airways. Don Muang International Airport (DMK) — Flight hub of many Thailand-based budget airlines including AirAsia, Nok Air & Lion Air. Your arrival airport should be indicated on the flight itinerary sent when you booked your plane ticket. Philippines-Manila to Bangkok flight + itinerary 0320 am — ETA Manila-NAIA Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) Flight check-in & baggage drop Clear Philippine immigration checkpoint. 0620 am — ETD Manila. Manila to Bangkok flight. 0840 am — Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) Clear Thailand immigration checkpoint. Pickup luggage (if any). Clear Thailand customs checkpoint. Exchange currency to Thai Baht (THB) or withdraw at ATM. Pickup SIM card / pocket WIFI hotspot device and tickets pre-ordered online. Thailand Internet SIM card / WIFI hotspot For convenience, get a mobile data plan or WIFI hotspot that covers multiple countries. If you cannot get one from your home country, pre-order online and choose pick-up at Bangkok Airport. For this itinerary (i.e. flying in Bangkok and out from Ho Chi Minh), I recommend that you get SIM cards for each country so you don’t have to worry about returning the WIFI hotspot device. Check price online Cambodia Internet SIM card / WIFI hotspot Choose pick-up at Bangkok Airport. Check price online Bangkok Airport to hotel Getting to Bangkok city center from the airport is easy. Book a hassle-free private transfer online or take the train to avoid getting stuck in traffic. From the nearest train station, walk to your hotel or use the Grab app for safe and convenient rides. Travel hack: Use the directions feature on Google Maps, which displays public transport options including train and bus routes. Bangkok airport transfer Enjoy easy transfers to your hotel from the airport (or vice-versa). Travel time by car should take around 40 minutes. See discounts How to get to Bangkok city center from Suvarnabhumi Airport by train/public transport Follow the signs to the Airport Rail Link (ARL) station found at the basement level. To Khao San Road: Ride the ARL train to Paya Thai station. Travel time is 26 minutes. The discount train fare online is THB 40. From Paya Thai station, ride Bus #59, #503 or #2 and drop off at the stop just after Democracy Monument. Bus fare is THB 15 per person. Then, walk 30 meters down to Khao San Road. To Siam: Ride the ARL train to Paya Thai station. Change to BTS line / Walk to Ratchathewi BTS station. Ride the train to Siam station. To Hua Lamphong: Ride the ARL train to Makkasan station. Change to MRT line / Walk to Phetchaburi MRT station. Ride the train to Hua Lamphong station. MRT train fare is THB 29 per person. Bangkok-Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link (ARL) Ticket The cheapest and fastest way to Bangkok city center. The one-way discount fare online is THB 40. The regular fare is THB 45. Click below to book the fare discount. Book here 1000 am: Bangkok hotel check-in Stay in Central Bangkok, near BTS/MRT train stations, within the areas of Siam, Silom, Sukhumvit, or Hua Lamphong, Khao San Road or Chao Phraya Riverside. Cheapest ratesBest reviews 1030 am: Free time Marcos at Jim Thompson House, in Bangkok, Thailand Bangkok can get quite hot during midday hours. Here are some suggestions on places you can go in Bangkok. Choose one that suits the kind of places you want to see: (1) Jim Thompson House, (2) Bangkok mall or (3) Wat Saket (Golden Mount temple), Giant Swing & Wat Suthat. Jim Thompson House — For culture lovers. Houses the impressive art collection of Jim Thompson, an American expat famous for revitalizing the Thai silk industry in the 1950s and 1960s. The site also features traditional Thai-style houses surrounded by cool greeneries. Bangkok mall — You’d want to go here not only for shopping & air-conditioning, most shopping malls in the city also have large food courts that serve a variety of affordable Thai food. Top picks include Siam Paragon, Central World & Platinum Mall. Wat Saket (Golden Mount temple), Giant Swing & Wat Suthat — If the heat is bearable and you want to maximize your sightseeing in Bangkok, these are excellent places to explore near the Grand Palace and Khao San Road. 0130 pm: Start Grand Palace and Bangkok temples tour Temple exteriors at the Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand Grand Palace in Bangkok, Thailand See Bangkok’s famous Grand Palace and interesting temples nearby. Don’t miss Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn) and Wat Pho (Temple of the Giant Reclining Buddha). Old Bangkok tour packages In case you want to enjoy a convenient way to explore Bangkok, click below to book a package tour with transport + guide See discounts 0130 pm: Grand Palace & Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of the Emerald Buddha) Admission/entrance fee is THB 500 per person. Remember to wear appropriate clothing. Women can wear a dress/short at least down to the knees or long trousers, and a top that covers the shoulders. Men need to wear long pants. No long shorts allowed. Covered footwear is advised, but not required. Don’t fret too much about it because you can rent clothes if the guards find yours inappropriate. 0330 pm: Wat Pho (Giant Reclining Buddha Temple) Wat Pho (Temple of the Giant Reclining Buddha) in Bangkok, Thailand Admission/entrance fee is THB 100 per person. This temple is within walking distance from the Grand Palace. 0430 pm: Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn) Wat Arun (temple) lit up at dusk along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok, Thailand River ferry along Chao Phraya in Bangkok, Thailand Admission/entrance fee is THB 100 per person. To get there from Wat Pho, walk to Tha Tien pier & ride the local ferry to Wat Arun. The ferry costs THB 3 per person. 0530 pm: Sunset at Bangkok riverside Go on the ferry back to the other side of the river. Enjoy some rest & watch the sunset at the riverside bars/restaurants with a good view of Wat Arun. 0700 pm: Bangkok at night Bangkok is just as exciting if not more after sundown. Here are some ideas for your last night in Bangkok. Your itinerary will depend on what you like to do. OPTION #1 Chao Phraya River Cruise Have a sumptuous dinner while enjoying the night views of the city on one of the Chao Phraya River cruises. See discounts OPTION #2 Bangkok rooftop bar Drink & dine at Bangkok’s famous rooftop bars. The best places are: Vertigo – Banyan Tree, Sky Bar, Octave Rooftop Bar, Park Society – Sofitel, Three Sixty – Millennium Hilton & more. See discounts OPTION #3 Bangkok dinner buffet Enjoy a buffet with a view like at Baiyoke Sky Restaurant, on a river cruise, or while watching a cultural show. See discounts OPTION #4 Watch a show Enjoy a performance live on stage. Popular options include the Siam Niramit theatrical performance, Muay Thai show, cabaret song and dance show, or traditional Thai cultural show. See discounts OPTION #5 Enjoy a relaxing massage See discounts Bangkok at night (more options) Explore the nightlife in Silom, Sukhumvit & Khao San Road. See the infamous show in Patpong. Go mall shopping in Siam. Check out Siam Paragon, Central World, MBK, Gaysorn & Platinum Mall. You can also find cheap bargains at the Pratunam night market Stroll & shop at Asiatique Riverfront Mall. Home of the famous Calypso Cabaret show Day 2: Beyond Bangkok OPTION #1 0830 am: Ayutthaya day tour The Ayutthaya Historical Park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site filled with ancient temple ruins & famous Buddha statues. It’s one of my favorite places to visit near Bangkok! Travel time between Bangkok and Ayutthaya is around 1h30m to 2 hours. You can choose to go on a (1) DIY trip to Ayutthaya or (2) join a day tour from Bangkok. Both are excellent options. The better choice depends on whether you prefer to explore Ayutthaya on your own or going with a guided experience with hassle-free transport included. Ayutthaya day tour packages from Bangkok Click below and choose a join-in tour inclusive of air-conditioned transport, professional guide & temple entrance fees. See discounts OPTION #2 0830 am: Floating Markets day tour This is the most popular day tour from Bangkok! Visit the floating markets if you want to see a more varied mix of scenery, aside from temples and city sights. If you are traveling in a group, I recommend that you hire your own transport so that you can maximize your sightseeing. Or, go with a join-in tour with hassle-free transport from Bangkok included. Floating Markets day tour packages from Bangkok Book a full day tour if you want to visit more sites in addition to the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. The half-day tour is an good option if you prefer a shorter day trip and want to prioritize more time in Bangkok. See discounts 0930 pm: Bangkok at night Extend your trip in Thailand See more Thailand blogs & guides 20 Places To Visit in Thailand 9 Places To Visit in Chiang Mai 12 Places To Visit in Krabi 12 Places To Visit in Bangkok Bangkok Itinerary + Travel Guide LEG 2: CAMBODIA Day 3: Thailand to Cambodia 0800 am: Bangkok to Siem Reap bus The land journey from Bangkok to Siem Reap spans a bit over 400 kilometers. Travel time by bus is around 9 hours. It’ll eat up the better part of your day. To avoid time lost changing buses & potential scams at the book direct transfers that include the border crossing, with a reputable company. Reputable bus companies include Giant Ibis, which offers pickup in Khao San Road, and Transport Co. (Nattakan), which departs from the Morchit (Mochit) / Northern Thailand Bus Station. You also have the option of booking from your hotel/hostel if you want to enjoy pickup directly from there. Or, book online to avoid fully-booked buses and guarantee a seat in your preferred bus schedule. Bangkok to Siem Reap bus tickets The bus fare is around USD 23-31 per person per way. Click below to see current prices, bus schedules & online booking. See discountsCompare fares It’s important to arrive at the pickup point 30 minutes to 1 hour before departure time. Carefully check the schedule, pick-up and drop-off areas. Also, always remember that Pinoys enjoy Visa-free travel in Cambodia. Do not believe anyone who says that you have to pay to cross the border. 0500 pm: Siem Reap arrival & hotel check-in Stay in Siem Reap central area, near Pub Street, at Siem Reap riverside or Charles De Gaulle boulevard. Cheapest ratesBest reviews 0600 pm: Siem Reap at night Siem Reap isn’t just a gateway to Angkor, it has its own exciting attractions too. Scroll down for top things to do in Siem Reap at night. OPTION #1 Pub Street Pub Street at night, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Experience the cosmopolitan nightlife along Siem Reap’s infamous backpacker district. OPTION #2 Siem Reap night markets Taste Cambodian street food & go shopping at the night markets. OPTION #3 Siem Reap shows Apsara Dancers, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Enjoy a traditional Khmer Apsara dance, usually packaged with a filling dinner buffet, or one of the many show performances in Siem Reap. See discounts OPTION #4 Indulge in a relaxing spa/massage Check price online Day 4: Siem Reap + Angkor temples 0500 am: Start Angkor temples tour The long land travel will be all worth it after you get to see Angkor Wat and other temple ruins in the Ancient City of Angkor. With a 1-day tour from Siem Reap, you can already see most of the major temples. Greet the sunrise at Angkor Wat and spend the whole day exploring other must-see sights in the ancient city including Ta Phrom, the “tomb raider” temple, Bayon and sunset on the top of Phnom Bakheng. On a short visit, I recommend that you follow the standard “Little Circuit” route. It’s the most popular tour that includes the most impressive temples. Angkor Wat entrance fee One Day admission ticket — USD 37 per person. 3-Day admission ticket — USD 62 per person. 7-Day admission ticket — USD 72 per person. Join-in or private tour package — Join-in tours are best suited for solo travelers who are looking to share the cost of transport/guide. The itinerary typically includes the 3 major temples: Angkor Wat, Bayon & Ta Phrohm. Click below to check join-in and private tour prices, discounts & itinerary schedule. See discounts Private tuk-tuk / car charter — If you are traveling in a group, you can hire your own tuk-tuk, private car or motodop (motorcycle taxi). Getting a transport charter is recommended if you want to maximize your sightseeing from sunrise to sundown. See discounts Motorbike / bicycle rental — Cost-effective option if you want to go on your own. Take note, the temples are spread across a large area. Going by push bicycle can be quite tiring and unbearably hot, especially if you are not conditioned to traveling long distances & the heat. See discounts 0530 am: Sunrise at Angkor Wat Sunrise at Angkor Wat, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Angkor Wat is located 7 kilometers away from Siem Reap city center. Travel time is around 20 minutes by car/tuk-tuk. To see the sunrise at Angkor Wat, I suggest that you depart from your hotel at 5 am or earlier. Travel hack: The sunrise time varies depending on the time of year. Before you go, make sure to check your weather app or search “Siem Reap sunrise time” on Google. Ancient city of Angkor Huge trees growing out of Ta Prohm (temple), in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia Bayon Temple, in Angkor, Siem Reap, Cambodia View of Angkor Wat (temple) from the lotus-filled reflecting pond, in Siem Reap, Cambodia Temples and ancient sites to visit beyond Angkor Wat The major spots are marked with an *asterisk: Prasat Kravan *Ta Prohm Banteay Kdei Ta Keo Spean Thma Chau Say Tevoda Angkor Thom West Gate Thommanon Phimeanakas Baphuon *Bayon *Angkor Thom South Gate 0500 pm: Sunset at Phnom Bakheng Sunset at Phnom Bakheng in Siem Reap, Cambodia Only around 300 people are permitted to go up Phnom Bakheng temple at a time. During the peak tourist season, best to arrive earlier at around 4 pm. 0700 pm: Siem Reap at night 1030 pm: Siem Reap to Phnom Penh night bus The 460-kilometer land journey from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam takes around 13 hours. Although shuttles are faster, I recommend that you take the more comfortable bus. Consider checking out of your hotel/hostel before going on your tour of Angkor to avoid being charged an extra night. Most places will let you keep your bag/luggage at the concierge for free, even after checking out. Siem Reap to Phnom Penh bus tickets The bus fare is USD 10-15 per person. Click below to see current prices, bus schedules & online booking. See discountsCompare fares Day 5: Phnom Penh 0600 am: Phnom Penh arrival and half-day city tour While you are in Phnom Penh, might as well go to some of the city’s famous tourist spots, which are near most bus stations. Allow 3 to 4 hours for your quick tour of Phnom Penh. Places to visit in Phnom Penh Phnom Penh Riverside Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda — Admission fee is USD 10 per person. Cambodia National Museum — Admission fee is USD 10 per person. Central Market Extend your trip in Cambodia See more Cambodia blogs & guides 9 Places To Visit in Phnom Penh 7 Places To Visit in Sihanoukville & Koh Rong Islands 9 Places To Visit in Siem Reap Siem Reap Itinerary + Travel Guide 13 Places To Visit in Cambodia LEG 3: VIETNAM Cambodia to Vietnam 1230 nn: Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus Travel time from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam is usually 6 to 7 hours. Go with a reputable bus company like Giant Ibis, Mekong Express or Capitol Tours. The trip from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap passes through the immigration border gates in Bavet (Cambodia side) and Moc Bai (Vietnam side). Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus ticket The bus fare is USD 13-20 per person. Click below to see current prices, bus schedules & online booking. See discountsCompare fares 0700 pm: Ho Chi Minh arrival Drop-off at District 1, the main tourist/hotel/backpacker district of Ho Chi Minh. It’s a fairly small area that’s easy to explore on foot. Vietnam Internet SIM card / WIFI hotspot Choose pick-up at your hotel in Ho Chi Minh. See discounts Ho Chi Minh hotel check-in Stay in District 1, near Nguyen Hue Walking Street, Pham Ngu Lao or Bui Vien street. Cheapest ratesBest reviews Ho Chi Minh at night Nguyen Hue Walking Street in Ho Chi Minh (Saigon), Vietnam Head to Nguyen Hue Walking Street for a scenic evening stroll. If you’re not ready to call it a night, enjoy cool drinks & sweeping views from one of many rooftop bars in Ho Chi Minh. Day 6: Beyond Ho Chi Minh 0730 am: Mekong Delta river cruise / Chu Chi tunnels One of the best things to do for your full day in Ho Chi Minh is to go on an excursion outside the city. Book a tour package for hassle-free trips. Day tour packages from Ho Chi Minh Join a trip to Mekong Delta, Chu Chi tunnels or a full day tour covering both places. See discounts 0600 pm: Ho Chi Minh at night Day 7: Ho Chi Minh highlights 0800 am: Old Saigon & Ho Chi Minh museums Ho Chi Minh City Hall in Ho Chi Minh (Saigon), Vietnam Notre Dame Basilica in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) , Vietnam Central Post Office Interiors in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam Start the day right with Vietnamese breakfast and coffee/tea at the local market or street side stalls. Then, see the city’s surviving French-colonial heritage sites and museums that offer insight into the war-time history/independence movement of the country. Most of Ho Chi Minh’s top sights are located near each other & can be easily visited on a whole or half day walking tour. Places to visit & things to do in Ho Chi Minh Ho Chi Minh City Hall Saigon Norte-Dame Basilica Saigon Central Post Office Reunification Palace — VND 15,000 admission fee per adult. War Remnants Museum — VND 15,000 admission fee per adult. Saigon’s Lunch Lady Jade Emperor Pagoda Ho Chi Minh tour packages In case you want to enjoy a convenient way to explore Ho Chi Minh, click below to book a hassle-free package tour with transport + guide See discounts Saigon Skydeck Mekong River view from Saigon SkyDeck, in Ho Chi Minh (Saigon), Vietnam Enjoy a 360-degree view of the city from Bitexco Financial Tower, Ho Chi Minh’s tallest building. Saigon Skydeck admission ticket The entrance fee is VND 200,000 per adult. Book online 0600 pm: Ho Chi Minh Airport transfer Flights arrive at Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which is around 45 minutes away from Ho Chi Minh city center by car. You can go with a convenient private transfer/taxi or the more affordable airport shuttle/bus. How to get to Ho Chi Minh Airport by bus Ride Bus #109, which has a stop at Pham Ngu Lao street in District 1. The fare is VND 20,000 per person. This route operates from 5:30 am until 1:30 am. You can also go on Bus #49, which also passes by Pham Ngu Lao & popular hotel areas beyond. The fare is VND 40,000 per person. The cheapest way to the airport is via Bus #152, which departs from the bus station near Ben Thanh. This route only runs until 6 pm. The fare is VND 5,000 per person Ho Chi Minh Airport private transfer/taxi Taxi metered rates range from VND 150,000-170,000 from District 1 to the airport. You can also use Grab ride-hailing app or pre-book a private transfer online. See discounts 0700 pm: Ho Chi Minh Airport arrival Ho Chi Minh to Manila flight & itinerary Flight check-in & baggage drop Clear Vietnam immigration checkpoint. 0100 pm — ETD Ho Chi Minh. Ho Chi Minh to Manila flight. 0145 am — ETA Manila-NAIA Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) Clear Philippine immigration checkpoint. Extend your trip in Vietnam See more Cambodia blogs & guides 12 Places To Visit in Hanoi 14 Places To Visit in Ho Chi Minh Ho Chi Minh Itinerary + Travel Guide 15 Places To Visit in Vietnam Indochina Budget Your travel expenses will largely depend on your traveling style and how much you plan to spend on activities, accommodations & food. To help you set your own budget, here are budget estimates if you follow the 7 days and 6 nights (7D6N) itinerary posted above. Make sure to review all discounts & online booking prices. Transport expenses breakdown THB 40 Bangkok Airport Rail Link train— One-way discount train fare online per person.Book discount here USD 31 Bangkok to Siem Reap bus — One-way discount bus fare online per person.Book discount here USD 15 Siem Reap to Phnom Penh bus— One-way discount bus fare online per person.Book discount here USD 18 Phom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus— One-way discount bus fare online per person.Book discount here VND 20,000 Ho Chi Minh Airport bus — One-way bus fare per person. USD 50 Local city transport — Estimated transport fares for short city rides within Bangkok, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh & Ho Chi Minh Activities/attraction costs breakdown THB 500 Bangkok Grand Palace — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. THB 100 Wat Arun (temple) — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. THB 100 Wat Pho (temple) — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. THB 1573 Floating Markets join-in tour from Bangkok — Per person discount price online. Includes all entrance fees, transport, & professional guide.Book online USD 37 Angkor Archeological Park — 1-day admission ticket/entrance fee per person. USD 13 Angkor temples join-in tour — Per person discount price online. Includes transport, professional guide, hotel pick-up/drop-off & transport.Book discount here USD 10 Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda, Phnom Penh — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. VND 324,892 Mekong Delta join-in tour from Ho Chi Minh — Per person discount price online. Includes entrance fees, transport, & professional guide.Book online VND 15,000 Reunification Palace — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. VND 15,000 War Remnants Museum — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. VND 200,000 Saigon Skydeck — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person.Book here Budget Trip – Backpacker expenses USD 116 Transport — Including airport-city center transfers, all long distance transfers, & estimated budget for short rides within the city. USD 50 Accommodations — USD 10 per night per person in a budget hostel dorm/bed x 5 nights. You spend one night on the night bus from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh. USD 84 Food — USD 12 per day food budget (inexpensive meals) x 7 days. USD 250 Sub-total — Excluding attractions/activities & flights. Including accommodations, food & transport. Approximately PHP 13,143 / SGD 340 / EUR 220. Or, a daily budget of USD 36 / PHP 1,878 / SGD 49 / EUR 31. USD 154 Activities — Admission tickets/entrance fees on selected activities above USD 404 Total — Including activities & 7 days (7D6N) expenses above. Approximately PHP 21,252 / SGD 550 / EUR 356. Or, a daily budget of USD 58 / PHP 3,036 / SGD 79 / EUR 51. I’ve included backpacker budget estimates for food & accommodations to give you an idea of how cheaply you can do the trip. As you know, actual budgets/expenses may be different depending on many factors including personal traveling styles, time of visit, etc. If you have money to splurge on hotels, food, and extra activities, simply use the expenses posted to calculate your estimated budget. Can you travel cheaper? The entrance fee + tour/transport to Angkor Wat alone takes up a huge chunk of the total budget. It’s expensive, yes. You can easily achieve a budget of less than USD 40 per day if you skip the attractions completely… DON’T! because they are really worth the price. Other activities THB 200 Jim Thompson House (museum) — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. THB 950 Chao Phraya Princess Cruise — Per person discount price online. Includes buffet dinner, 2 hour cruise & welcome drink.Book online THB 1,450 Siem Niramit Bangkok (show)— Per person discount price online. Includes buffet dinner, admission ticket/entrance fee. THB 1250 Ayutthaya join-in tour — Per person discount price online. Includes all entrance fees, transport, & professional guide.Book online USD 10 Cambodia National Museum — Admission ticket/entrance fee per person. VND 250,000 Cu Chi Tunnels half day join-in tour — Per person discount price online. Includes entrance fees, transport, & professional guide.Book online Other expenses THB 131 Thailand SIM card — Discount price online per SIM card.Book discount here THB 340 Cambodia SIM card — Price online per SIM card.Book here USD 4.5 Vietnam SIM card — Price online per SIM card.Book here Travel Insurance — Click below to view the price for your country/trip length.Book here Where to Stay in Bangkok The most popular place to stay for budget travelers is Khao San Road area. It is an easy base to explore Bangkok & beyond because of many hostels, travel agencies & transport options that can be found here. Want better views & comfort? Try the mid-range & luxury hotels on the Chao Phraya Riverside. If you’re after the exciting shopping scene in Bangkok, stay near the BTS/MRT train stations preferably in the area of Siam, Silom, Sukhumvit, or Hua Lamphong BTS station. A big advantage of staying nearby is fast access to Suvarnabhumi Airport (via the airport express), and major transport hubs like Morchit (Mochit)-Northern Thailand Bus Station & Hua Lamphong Railway Station. Check discountsSee rates Click below to compare rates on Bangkok hotels within your budget. 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How to cross the border between Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam? What bus company to go with? Where to book bus tickets online? Useful travel apps & websites for Indochina How to get mobile internet? How to get money/cash? How to book cheap flights to Indochina? Should I book my Indochina hotel online? Pre-book your Indochina tours & attraction tickets online Do I need a Visa? Filipinos (Philippine passport holders) do not need to apply for a tourist visabefore arriving in all three countries featured on this itinerary. Pinoy travelers can enjoy Visa-free travel in Thailand for stays of 30 days or less. There’s a maximum of 2 visits annually if arriving by land. Don’t worry because you’ll only be crossing once. For Cambodia and Vietnam, the maximum stay is 21 days. If anyone tells you that you need to pay anything when crossing the border, insist that Filipinos are not required to apply for a tourist visa and refuse their offer. Walk straight to the official immigration booths at the checkpoint. Before leaving, carefully check the new stamp on your passport & make sure that the validity date indicated is past your last day in the country. How to cross the border between Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam? Go with a reputable bus company, which will provide a representative that will guide you through the border crossing process. Upon reaching the border, in Thailand, for example, you will need to clear the Thailand immigration checkpoint and get the exit stamp on your passport. Then, get off the bus and walk to the Cambodia side of the border. Do not leave important things on the bus. Also, take a picture of the bus no./plate no. and ask the bus driver/representative if it’s the same bus that will take you to Siem Reap. If yes, it’s okay to leave your big luggage. Just bring your valuables with you. At the Cambodia side, line up for the immigration checkpoint, get an entry stamp and look for the onward bus to Siem Reap. Expect the same procedure when crossing between Cambodia and Vietnam. The process above only applies to “direct” buses. What bus company to go with? Giant Ibis is quite reliable. They offer direct bus transfers between Bangkok, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh & Ho Chi Minh. The bus fare is a couple of dollars more expensive than competitors, but you’re assured of a safe and comfortable ride. This will be especially appreciated during the border crossings where scams are commonplace. Transport Co. (Nattakan) is also a good option for the Bangkok-Siem Reap route. Go with Capitol Tours or Mekong Express for bus travel between Cambodia and Ho Chi Minh. There are also cheaper buses (not as well maintained as the options above) and shuttles (faster but less leg room/comfort). You can book these directly with your hotel/hostel. Upside is that they typically provide free hotel pick-up. Downside is that you won’t be sure of the quality of the bus company. Where to book bus tickets online? Pick a booking site below that offers the best rates, schedule & comfort. Buy your tickets ahead to avoid fully-booked seats. 12go.asiaKlookBookMeBus Useful travel apps & websites for Indochina Google Maps — Remember to download the offline maps before you go to access the map even if you don’t have mobile data. Use the directions feature if you plan to get around Indochina on your own. I love this feature because I often like to wander around places that I visit & see the sights on foot. The directions on Google Maps is also super useful because it displays train & bus routes in Indochina. It only works online, so you will need internet access. Maps.me — Excellent Google Maps alternative that automatically saves offline maps. Grab — I use this reliable ride-hailing app frequently as an alternative to taking the taxi. To see the fare estimates, click below to install the app on your phone & manually set the location to in Indochina. Take note of the prices displayed for your pre-trip budget plan. Get Grab for iOSAndroid XE Currency — Free & easy currency converter. Google Translate — Very useful when communicating with locals who do not understand/speak English. Agoda & Booking.com — My go-to for convenient hotel bookings & cheap rates. For home/apartment rentals, check listings on Airbnb. Skyscanner & Momondo — These top flight search apps make it super easy to compare airfares from multiple airlines. Download the app & sign-up to the price alerts for updates on cheap flights. Get Skyscanner for iOSAndroid TripAdvisor — Great for restaurant reviews & recommendations. One of the features that I use often is the “cheap eats” filter & the map view. Go to website How to get mobile internet? Stay connected online by purchasing a local prepaid SIM card, renting a pocket WiFi hotspot or getting a roaming data plan from your current telcom provider. Having mobile internet not only makes it possible to share your travel moments instantly, you can also travel better by having access to all your favorite travel apps. Click below to view internet/mobile data package rates & discounts on: Klook How to get money/cash? Bring cash in US Dollars (USD) for the whole trip. Or, major currencies like Euros or British Pounds. Don’t exchange a lot at the airport because rates are the city center are usually better. To avoid bringing large amounts of cash or worry about exchange rates, book your accommodations, tours, & tickets online. The Philippine Peso has terrible exchange rates in Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia. I suggest that you bring cash in USD (or any major currency). Or simply withdraw local currency from an ATM. Before you go, make your ATM card (with Visa / Mastercard / Cirrus logo) is cleared for international withdrawal. Here are the local currencies for your reference: Thailand — Thai Baht (THB / ฿) Cambodia — US Dollar is the unofficial second currency. It’s accepted almost everywhere in the country & the exchange rate you will get is quite fair. Officially it’s Cambodia Riel (KHR / ៛) but you don’t need to worry about exchanging money to riel. Vietnam — Vietnamese Dong (VND / ₫) How to book cheap flights to Indochina? If you are flying to within the next 2-3 months, the general rule to spend less on flights is by booking sooner rather than later. In case you are booking well ahead of your trip, keep a lookout for airline promo fares & seat sales. The easy way to find cheap flights that you can book right now is to use flight search engines. These sites compare prices on different airlines to show you the cheapest prices. Check multiple flight search engines listed below: Always check promo fares before booking. Visit the airlines’ official website, mobile app, Facebook, Twitter & other social media accounts for updates. You can also check the latest promo alerts posted here on Detourista. Click below to start: Bangkok Promo Siem Reap Promo Ho Chi Minh Promo AirAsia Promo Cebu Pacific Promo Philippine Airlines Promo Scoot Promo Subscribe to the email alerts to save time from checking many websites frequently. Get FREE promo updates sent directly by email. Don’t miss the next one! Sign-up for free To learn more, visit the guide on how to book cheap flights. Should I book my Indochina hotel online? Book your stay sooner rather than later if you already have your dates set. Cheaper-priced rooms tend to get fully-booked faster, especially during busy days like weekends, holidays & peak tourist seasons. I frequently book my stay with the sites below to grab rock-bottom prices & enjoy hassle-free trips. Click below to see today’s lowest prices. Airbnb Here top reasons why I prefer to book online & why you should too: Wide selection of hotels/hostels. Often cheaper prices than walk-in rates. Earn rewards points for every booking. The more you book, the more you earn! Trusted by millions of travelers. Read reviews from actual staying guests. Instant confirmation and free cancellation on most properties. Pay in your home currency. Worry less about bringing cash/exchanging currencies. Convenient & secure payment by credit card or Paypal. Fast customer support. Pre-book your Indochina tours & attraction tickets online I often book online to enjoy discounts and cashless convenience during my actual trip. Always check prices of tours and attraction tickets on these booking sites: Prices are often cheaper than booking on-site. Huge discounts on many activities. Maximize your trip! Avoid wasting time queueing at ticket booths & shopping for tours. Get a good idea what to expect. Knowing all the inclusions/non-inclusions & reading user reviews is very helpful to make an informed decision. Earn rewards points for every booking. Pay in your home currency. Worry less about bringing cash/exchanging currencies. If you’re booking tours and you’ve already finalized your travel dates, book early, especially if you are traveling with family/friends to lock-in those open slots for everyone in your group. Extra travel discounts! Click below to view the latest promo codes. Enjoy extra savings on top of existing discounts: Klook Promo P200 OFF all Bangkok activities – Klook PH Get extra P200 OFF Bangkok activities on Klook! Includes admission to top Bangkok attractions, airport transfers, Thailand SIM card + pocket WIFI hotspot, package tours, travel passes & more. View details 5 Days Indochina Itinerary Yes, 5 days in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam is doable. The trip will be rushed & exhausting especially if you’re not used to fast-paced travel. I’ve met many travelers who have done & enjoyed a trip regardless. The five day Indochina itinerary is quite popular among travelers who want to maximize their long weekend vacation leave. You can still use the 1 week itinerary above as a general guide. Simply, take out the full-day excursions beyond Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh. Here’s a summary of the 5 day itinerary covering Bangkok, Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and Vietnam: Time Activity Day 1 Bangkok Morning Flight to Bangkok Afternoon Grand Palace and Bangkok temples Bangkok at night Day 2 Thailand to Cambodia Morning Bangkok to Siem Reap bus Siem Reap at night Day 3 Siem Reap Morning Angkor Wat & ancient city Evening Siem Reap to Phnom Penh bus Day 4 Cambodia to Vietnam Morning Phnom Penh half-day city tour Afternoon Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh bus Ho Chi Minh at night Day 5 Ho Chi Minh Morning Old Saigon & Ho Chi Minh museums Evening Ho Chi Minh departure 2 Weeks Indochina Itinerary If you have two weeks, one month or more, here are more places you can include in your itinerary: Vietnam — Mekong Delta, Phu Quoc, Mui Ne, Dalat, Nha Trang Cambodia — Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville Thailand — Ayutthaya, Pattaya, Hua Hin, Chiang Mai, Krabi, Phuket, Ko Samui/Ko Tao/Ko Phangan Don’t Stop Here Did you find this travel guide helpful? Share your Indochina experience & tag #detourista. Follow trip updates on: Instagram, Facebook & Pinterest. Achieve your travel goals with #detourista! Check these out for more travel inspiration: 20 Places To Visit in Thailand 9 Places To Visit in Chiang Mai 12 Places To Visit in Krabi Bangkok Itinerary + Travel Guide 9 Places To Visit in Phnom Penh 7 Places To Visit in Sihanoukville & Koh Rong Islands 9 Places To Visit in Siem Reap Siem Reap Itinerary + Travel Guide 12 Places To Visit in Hanoi 14 Places To Visit in Ho Chi Minh Ho Chi Minh Itinerary + Travel Guide 15 Places To Visit in Vietnam Don’t leave yet. There’s more! Singapore Itinerary + Budget Travel Guide for first-timers20 Things to do in Thailand + Tourist Spots Discover more blogs and travel tips in: BangkokSiem ReapHo Chi MinhPhnom PenhHanoiVietnamThailandChiang RaiSukhothaiAyutthayaKo Phi PhiCambodiaChiang MaiKrabiUmphang Asia See all places Find more posts about:FeaturedItineraryBudget Trip Blog Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.Comments L.A says July 8, 2017 at 12:44 pm Very well informed blog. Thank you for sharing :) I’ll be going there this December. This helps me in planning my itinerary. GodBless ?? Reply Marcos Detourist says July 11, 2017 at 5:56 pm Thanks for being the first to comment L.A.! Happy trip :) Reply Joy says August 23, 2017 at 7:36 am Thank you for the details! This will be very helpful for my getaway soon… If I may ask, what is the best month to do this trip? Thanks in advance & keep blogging! Reply Marcos Detourist says August 23, 2017 at 11:40 pm Thanks for the nice comment Joy. I’d go for the cool “berr” months, January & February. Except for super peak days/major holidays like Christmas, New Year, Chinese New Year, etc… Reply Joy says August 25, 2017 at 6:40 am January or February will be perfect! Gonna take that well-deserved leave ;) Anna la viajera says August 27, 2017 at 1:40 pm I did thailand-cambodia-vietnam overland tour for 7 days but really wished I had more time.i didnt expect the bus from siem reap to hcm to take so long so it only gave me 1 & a half day to tour around hcm.neverthless it was fun since it was my first travel abroad.good for you if u can do it in just 5 days. Reply vina says September 4, 2017 at 4:30 pm Hi! Your blog’s very helpful for our itinerary.. can i ask if what did you do with your things while on day tour at Phnom Penh? Reply Marcos Detourist says September 4, 2017 at 11:22 pm I’ve posted the suggestions on the “Show more” buttons. For a short tour of Phnom Penh, check out: Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda Cambodia National Museum Central Market These three are located along Phnom Penh riverside, near most bus terminals Reply PAMELA MAY O. MATONDO says November 9, 2017 at 3:36 pm This is very helpful. I’m planning to go for indochina tour with my sister this 2018. Thanks alot. All the best Reply Marcos Detourist says November 17, 2017 at 10:05 pm Happy trails Pamela :) Reply Adarme Alforque says December 25, 2017 at 9:29 pm Good day sir, may I ask if is this the same process if my trip start from Vietnam to Cambodia to Thailand? Reply Marcos Detourista says December 26, 2017 at 1:13 am Yes, it’s the same. Just keep this in mind: When you’re crossing by land to Thailand, the Thai immigration has a policy that you must present a minimum of THB 10,000 baht per person or 20,000 per family at the border. This “show money” can be in cash & in any popular currency. If the immigration offer tells you that your cash must be in THB, insist that their website states the money can be in any “equivalent” currency. You can check this page for more info. Reply Rhona Lynne Bansas says January 23, 2018 at 4:22 pm Hi! Thank you so much for this itinerary. I have to say this is so far the most informative itinerary I’ve read. Thank you so much on taking time to be very informative as possible. Reply Rochelle A. says March 12, 2018 at 1:14 pm Hi! Should I bring USD or would it be better to withdraw from the ATM? I’ll be in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia for 12 days. Reply Marcos Detourista says March 12, 2018 at 4:20 pm I find it easier to withdraw from ATMs when I travel, but I usually bring USD in case of emergency. Reply mary rose says March 28, 2018 at 11:42 pm hello Marcos, me and my boyfriend is planning for our first ever international tour together. this will be a big help for us to visit this 3countries in our 2nd anniv. I just want to ask if we could have a city tour when we arrive there? Reply Marcos Detourista says March 29, 2018 at 9:24 am Cool :) Which city do you mean? Reply Jr says April 12, 2018 at 10:02 am If i go by bus, if i happened to run out of usd, can i withraw from my debit card before i show them my money? Do they have atm’s there? Reply Marcos Detourista says April 12, 2018 at 10:51 am I’m not sure if there are ATMs at the border (though you’re likely to find one nearby). I recommend that you already have money in hand at the border. If you are on a direct bus/shuttle transfer, you might inconvenience the other passengers if you go looking for ATMs. Reply Mary rose says April 13, 2018 at 12:47 am All of the above :) Is it possible to extend our trip by ending at Malaysia via bus from Vietnam? Reply mary rose says April 13, 2018 at 2:35 pm All of the above :) hihi is this possible? Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam-Malaysia? Reply Marcos Detourista says April 17, 2018 at 5:54 pm Hi Mary, if you’re going to travel from Vietnam all the way to Malaysia BY LAND, you will need to pass through Cambodia and Thailand (again). I HIGHLY suggest that you fly from Ho Chi Minh to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Flying will be cheaper and much much much faster. It will probably take you at least two days to go from Ho Chi Minh to Kuala Lumpur by bus. If you really want to go by land. You should start from Vietnam, pass through Cambodia, then Thailand. Finally, travel south to Malaysia. Reply Yhuan says January 6, 2019 at 9:48 am Hi , This itenerary is so helpful for us thank you so much … Just want to ask how many days are applicable to travel from this country and also malaysia and singapore? Over all 5 country’s, because were planning our trip on march to april and hopefully 5 country will do… Marcos Detourista says January 10, 2019 at 4:31 am Hi Yhuan, I posted Singapore + Malaysia itineraries here: https://www.detourista.com/guide/singapore/ https://www.detourista.com/guide/kuala-lumpur-trip/ You can add the number of days :) How long exactly will depend on places / attractions you want to fit in your itinerary. margarette ridgid villasi says May 29, 2018 at 7:20 am Hi Marcos, Instead og Bangkok shopping mall for day 3 Indochina 1 week itinerary, do you have any recommendations to visit? Reply Marcos Detourista says June 4, 2018 at 10:07 pm I posted more tips on the Bangkok travel guide. Reply C A says June 14, 2018 at 8:36 pm We’ll use this guide for our first family trip outside PH. Thanks for putting it together. Reply Nikki Palciso says July 12, 2018 at 5:39 pm Good day. Do you think there will be a problem for transgender people for this tour? Reply Marcos Detourista says July 15, 2018 at 5:59 pm I believe it won’t be a problem. In Thailand, for example, local transgender people are popularly called “Lady Boys.” Transgender people are generally accepted/norm in Thai society. Reply Chanel Diesta says July 16, 2018 at 8:42 pm Hi! i booked from PH to Cambodia then return flight is from Cambodia to PH, plano ko sana magpunta din ng Thailand, is that possible? Makakabalik pa ba ko ng Cambodia ? Reply Marcos Detourista says July 29, 2018 at 1:59 am Hi Chanel, Yes, you can travel from Cambodia to Thailand and back to Cambodia. Depends on how long your trip is. If it’s 3 days, I suggest you just stick to Cambodia. 5 days, possible but half of your trip will be spent on the bus rides, which I don’t recommend. 7 days or more is doable. Kindly read the guide for travel time details. Reply Aira says July 26, 2018 at 1:24 pm Hi. I read your indochina article and was wondering if it’s not scary to travel from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh during night. Also, the bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Min, will it automatically stop at the border for the immigration process? And my ate and I are both Philippine passport holders, what should we bring at the Cam – Viet border? Thanks! Reply Marcos Detourista says July 29, 2018 at 1:54 am Hey Aira, nothing specifically dangerous traveling that bus route at night. Go with a reputable company like Giant Ibis to be safe. As always, take general precautions when you travel anywhere. If you buy a bus ticket with pickup in PP & drop off in HCMC, yes, the bus will stop at the border. Then, the driver to someone will let you finish clearing the immigration. At the other side, you take the same bus company to HCMC. I’ve already posted tips on bus companies and where to book. Kindly review the guide above. You can also check these guides: https://www.detourista.com/guide/ho-chi-minh-trip/ https://www.detourista.com/guide/siem-reap-trip/ Reply Cheryna says September 6, 2018 at 7:08 am hi, I will be doing the same trip as yours. I mean, travelling from Bangkok to Siem reap to Phnom penh to Ho Chi Minh city via giant ibis bus. I am a filipino. I am just wondering about the visa thing going to Vietnam. Do I need to get such before jumping pn a bus? I am confused. Hope you can help me. Reply Marcos Detourista says September 19, 2018 at 1:46 am No prior visa needed po for Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam. Just get on the bus and show the immigration officers your passport. Reply Cheryna says September 6, 2018 at 12:06 pm hello. I am a filipino and will be travelling from Bangkok to Siem reap by plane. Siem reap to Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh by bus and Ho Chi Minh to Bangkok by plane. What do I need to prepare as I enter the Vietnam immigration by land? Please help me. Thank you! Reply Marcos Detourista says September 19, 2018 at 1:48 am Passport & typical docs to prepare po. You may want to check out the Ho Chi Minh Travel Guide Reply Lorelyn Castro Icalla says September 25, 2018 at 10:56 pm This is a very informative travel blog. I’m planning to do 2 weeks IndoChina escapade on Feb 2019. So thankful that all the details I need and things to prepare are already written. :) Reply Soh says January 11, 2019 at 11:52 pm Hi Lorelyn, when on Feb is your travel? Are you in solo? I’m planning to travel Thailand-Cam bodia-Vietnam on Feb 21 onwards. Reply Mary says November 28, 2018 at 8:48 pm Hi, you know what, this is very helpful. Detailed indeed. Thank you so much :) Reply lord says December 31, 2018 at 7:47 pm Hello. I would like to ask regarding money when I entered tri-city. Is it a need to bring USD and exchange to local currency everytime Ill be in the different country? Reply Marcos Detourista says December 31, 2018 at 8:35 pm Not necessarily USD (any major currency will do), but yes you’ll need money in the local currency… with the exception of Cambodia, since USD is widely accepted there. I usually withdraw local money from an ATM. If you’re not spending a lot in each country, however, and want to avoid bank withdrawal fees, it might be more cost-effective to just bring USD bills (or any major currency) and go to a money changer. Reply tam says January 9, 2019 at 9:39 am hi me with my friends planning to travel in thailand cambodia and singapore is there any cheapest price for this including airfair or thai,viet and cambodia tour for a week for the month of may estimated budget for the package tour Reply Marcos Detourista says January 10, 2019 at 4:20 am Hi Tam, Depends on when you’re going, how long and where you’re going. I’ve posted more guides and budget estimates for those countries. Hope you can check them out: https://www.detourista.com/promo/place/thailand/ https://www.detourista.com/promo/place/cambodia/ https://www.detourista.com/promo/place/vietnam/ Reply gina de vera says February 15, 2019 at 4:02 pm Hi Marcos my friend and i will be at thailand by june 20-25 were planning to cross cambodia & thailand is it possible Reply Marcos Detourista says February 15, 2019 at 5:06 pm Hi Gina, Yes of course! You can still use the itinerary above as a guide. If you’re not visiting Vietnam, you can either fly out from Siem Reap/Phnom Penh or go by land/air back to Bangkok. Reply Alvin says March 20, 2019 at 11:01 am This is helpful and very detailed itinerary. May I ask if there’s direct bus from Ho Chi Minh to Bangkok? My plan is to skip Cambodia so I have plenty time of both country. Reply Marcos Detourista says March 26, 2019 at 10:00 pm Hi Alvin! If you’re skipping Cambodia, I recommend that you book a direct flight instead of traveling by bus. Reply Jem G. says March 22, 2019 at 12:46 am Hi! This iti is very detailed! ? We are going to use it for our Indochina trip this December 1-7. Question: 1. While you are on your half day city tour in Phnom Pehn where did you leave your luggage? 2. Is it cheaper to do DIY or get tours via Klook? THANK YOU! Reply Mashra says March 26, 2019 at 1:35 am Thank you for sharing this itinerary. I’m planning to visit Indochina this August but from Vietnam-Cambodia-Thailand route. Is there any direct bus trip from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap without stopping in Phom Penh? Reply Marcos Detourista says March 26, 2019 at 9:56 pm Not that I know of. You can check the booking sites if there are any direct buses available. Reply necay says April 21, 2019 at 12:53 pm thanks for sharing., a big help for us planning to visit those places.God bless Reply Divina Mae says June 6, 2019 at 12:39 pm Hi ! Just wanna ask. Aside from the passport what other documents do we need to carry? Thanks :) Reply Marcos Detourista says June 13, 2019 at 2:54 am Hi Divina Mae, I recommend that you also bring your hotel bookings, tour bookings, and especially your return flight. Reply Esmie says August 21, 2019 at 3:23 pm Hello! How much do you think it would cost us if we avail of the 1 week Indochina Itinerary? ( Thailand , Cambodia , Vietnam ? ) Reply Marcos Detourista says September 27, 2019 at 12:02 am Hi Esmie. You can check the budget guide above for reference. Reply Leila agati says October 2, 2019 at 6:34 pm I want to travel tricity Thailand Cambodia and vietnam on 2020 I am in Dubai right now how can I avail that tri city package Reply Marcos Detourista says October 2, 2019 at 6:52 pm Hi Leila, this is a travel blog, not a tour agency that offers travel packages. You can use the travel tips above as a reference when planning your Indochina trip. Reply Elise says October 18, 2019 at 12:02 pm Hi! I was wodering, how did you do the Siem Reap + Angkor temples? I mean, did you negotiate a tuktuk ride downtown at 5:00am then explore temples by foot? And where do you get an entrance fee? I am doing an itinerary for next year trip and I’m confused to whether book at Klook for a tuktuk ride or not because it seems that the tuktuk tour of Klook starts at 8am and does not match yours. I want to follow your itinerary; sunrise at Angkor Wat and sunset at Phnom Bakheng. Your blog is helpful, btw! Thanks! Reply Aaron says October 22, 2019 at 2:25 pm This itinerary is absolute bomb! Considering that each country has its own currency, do you have any tips on currency exchange? Do you do it beforehand or at the destination itself? Reply Jeffrey Capalad says October 28, 2019 at 5:35 pm Hi, What are possible problems in the Philippine immigration before going out for tour. Reply Reyna says November 3, 2019 at 2:14 pm How much did you spend for the Indochina tour? Like, a total cost if possible. Reply Reyna says November 3, 2019 at 2:18 pm In Php currency please. Thanks in advance. Reply Ariel Elegado says November 14, 2019 at 12:40 pm Hi Marcos :) Indeed a very informative and detailed blog :) Thank you for sharing :) My question is how many passport stamps did you had for this trip? I just wanted to collect passport stamps that’s why I’m looking for budget travels :) Reply Mrs.Vhing says November 27, 2019 at 6:14 am Thank you so much for the very helpful and informative blog you’ve made Marcos. Keep posting and making blogs so we could have better options and choices on our trip, too. Goodluck and God bless on your next wanderlust.Keep posting? Reply Marcos Detourista says November 27, 2019 at 11:56 am Thanks you Mrs.Vhing! Enjoy your Southeast Asia trip :) Reply Roma Santiago says November 27, 2019 at 5:01 pm Hi Detourista, do you have a sample itinerary for a 4-6 Asian countries in just 7-10 days? Reply Janine says November 28, 2019 at 8:18 am Thanks for this helpful itinerary! Just wanted to ask few questions though. 1.Where did you leave your luggage when you did a half day city tour at Phnom Penh? 2. Which is more appealing, sunrise at Angkor Wat or Sunset? 3. Which country do you recommend for buying cheap souvenirs? Reply haide says January 13, 2020 at 3:56 pm how much approximately cost for indochina trip Reply Irene says January 26, 2020 at 2:57 pm Hi Mr. Marcos, your detailed itinerary is very helpful..just have some query, do you think it will be fine if I’ve got a one way ticket going to Vietnam (I mean going directly to Vietnam) then travel by land going to Cambodia and then Bangkok, from Bangkok back to home country. Reply Marcos Detourista says February 1, 2020 at 9:57 pm Yes it’s okay Reply Leona says February 11, 2020 at 9:38 am Hi! Is there a regular bus from bangkok to cambodia? Direct buses leave at 9am and we don’t have much time to tour around. We plan to leave at 12pm but will there be a bus or a shuttle? Thanks. Reply Erika Cabreros says April 27, 2020 at 12:35 am Hi! how did you acquire sim cards for the 3 countries? I know from thailand i can probably pick up something from the airport when I arrive. And in vietnam I know it can be delivered to our hotel and just pick it up when we check in. But how about in cambodia? Reply Marcos Detourista says April 27, 2020 at 12:44 am SIM cards are also available at the airport and city center shops once you arrive in Siem Reap. Just research ahead on how to get to your hotel/hostel. The staff should know a good place to buy nearby. Reply
L.A says July 8, 2017 at 12:44 pm Very well informed blog. Thank you for sharing :) I’ll be going there this December. This helps me in planning my itinerary. GodBless ?? Reply
Marcos Detourist says July 11, 2017 at 5:56 pm Thanks for being the first to comment L.A.! Happy trip :) Reply
Joy says August 23, 2017 at 7:36 am Thank you for the details! This will be very helpful for my getaway soon… If I may ask, what is the best month to do this trip? Thanks in advance & keep blogging! Reply
Marcos Detourist says August 23, 2017 at 11:40 pm Thanks for the nice comment Joy. I’d go for the cool “berr” months, January & February. Except for super peak days/major holidays like Christmas, New Year, Chinese New Year, etc… Reply
Joy says August 25, 2017 at 6:40 am January or February will be perfect! Gonna take that well-deserved leave ;)
Anna la viajera says August 27, 2017 at 1:40 pm I did thailand-cambodia-vietnam overland tour for 7 days but really wished I had more time.i didnt expect the bus from siem reap to hcm to take so long so it only gave me 1 & a half day to tour around hcm.neverthless it was fun since it was my first travel abroad.good for you if u can do it in just 5 days. Reply
vina says September 4, 2017 at 4:30 pm Hi! Your blog’s very helpful for our itinerary.. can i ask if what did you do with your things while on day tour at Phnom Penh? Reply
Marcos Detourist says September 4, 2017 at 11:22 pm I’ve posted the suggestions on the “Show more” buttons. For a short tour of Phnom Penh, check out: Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda Cambodia National Museum Central Market These three are located along Phnom Penh riverside, near most bus terminals Reply
PAMELA MAY O. MATONDO says November 9, 2017 at 3:36 pm This is very helpful. I’m planning to go for indochina tour with my sister this 2018. Thanks alot. All the best Reply
Adarme Alforque says December 25, 2017 at 9:29 pm Good day sir, may I ask if is this the same process if my trip start from Vietnam to Cambodia to Thailand? Reply
Marcos Detourista says December 26, 2017 at 1:13 am Yes, it’s the same. Just keep this in mind: When you’re crossing by land to Thailand, the Thai immigration has a policy that you must present a minimum of THB 10,000 baht per person or 20,000 per family at the border. This “show money” can be in cash & in any popular currency. If the immigration offer tells you that your cash must be in THB, insist that their website states the money can be in any “equivalent” currency. You can check this page for more info. Reply
Rhona Lynne Bansas says January 23, 2018 at 4:22 pm Hi! Thank you so much for this itinerary. I have to say this is so far the most informative itinerary I’ve read. Thank you so much on taking time to be very informative as possible. Reply
Rochelle A. says March 12, 2018 at 1:14 pm Hi! Should I bring USD or would it be better to withdraw from the ATM? I’ll be in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand and Malaysia for 12 days. Reply
Marcos Detourista says March 12, 2018 at 4:20 pm I find it easier to withdraw from ATMs when I travel, but I usually bring USD in case of emergency. Reply
mary rose says March 28, 2018 at 11:42 pm hello Marcos, me and my boyfriend is planning for our first ever international tour together. this will be a big help for us to visit this 3countries in our 2nd anniv. I just want to ask if we could have a city tour when we arrive there? Reply
Jr says April 12, 2018 at 10:02 am If i go by bus, if i happened to run out of usd, can i withraw from my debit card before i show them my money? Do they have atm’s there? Reply
Marcos Detourista says April 12, 2018 at 10:51 am I’m not sure if there are ATMs at the border (though you’re likely to find one nearby). I recommend that you already have money in hand at the border. If you are on a direct bus/shuttle transfer, you might inconvenience the other passengers if you go looking for ATMs. Reply
Mary rose says April 13, 2018 at 12:47 am All of the above :) Is it possible to extend our trip by ending at Malaysia via bus from Vietnam? Reply
mary rose says April 13, 2018 at 2:35 pm All of the above :) hihi is this possible? Thailand-Cambodia-Vietnam-Malaysia? Reply
Marcos Detourista says April 17, 2018 at 5:54 pm Hi Mary, if you’re going to travel from Vietnam all the way to Malaysia BY LAND, you will need to pass through Cambodia and Thailand (again). I HIGHLY suggest that you fly from Ho Chi Minh to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Flying will be cheaper and much much much faster. It will probably take you at least two days to go from Ho Chi Minh to Kuala Lumpur by bus. If you really want to go by land. You should start from Vietnam, pass through Cambodia, then Thailand. Finally, travel south to Malaysia. Reply
Yhuan says January 6, 2019 at 9:48 am Hi , This itenerary is so helpful for us thank you so much … Just want to ask how many days are applicable to travel from this country and also malaysia and singapore? Over all 5 country’s, because were planning our trip on march to april and hopefully 5 country will do…
Marcos Detourista says January 10, 2019 at 4:31 am Hi Yhuan, I posted Singapore + Malaysia itineraries here: https://www.detourista.com/guide/singapore/ https://www.detourista.com/guide/kuala-lumpur-trip/ You can add the number of days :) How long exactly will depend on places / attractions you want to fit in your itinerary.
margarette ridgid villasi says May 29, 2018 at 7:20 am Hi Marcos, Instead og Bangkok shopping mall for day 3 Indochina 1 week itinerary, do you have any recommendations to visit? Reply
Marcos Detourista says June 4, 2018 at 10:07 pm I posted more tips on the Bangkok travel guide. Reply
C A says June 14, 2018 at 8:36 pm We’ll use this guide for our first family trip outside PH. Thanks for putting it together. Reply
Nikki Palciso says July 12, 2018 at 5:39 pm Good day. Do you think there will be a problem for transgender people for this tour? Reply
Marcos Detourista says July 15, 2018 at 5:59 pm I believe it won’t be a problem. In Thailand, for example, local transgender people are popularly called “Lady Boys.” Transgender people are generally accepted/norm in Thai society. Reply
Chanel Diesta says July 16, 2018 at 8:42 pm Hi! i booked from PH to Cambodia then return flight is from Cambodia to PH, plano ko sana magpunta din ng Thailand, is that possible? Makakabalik pa ba ko ng Cambodia ? Reply
Marcos Detourista says July 29, 2018 at 1:59 am Hi Chanel, Yes, you can travel from Cambodia to Thailand and back to Cambodia. Depends on how long your trip is. If it’s 3 days, I suggest you just stick to Cambodia. 5 days, possible but half of your trip will be spent on the bus rides, which I don’t recommend. 7 days or more is doable. Kindly read the guide for travel time details. Reply
Aira says July 26, 2018 at 1:24 pm Hi. I read your indochina article and was wondering if it’s not scary to travel from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh during night. Also, the bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Min, will it automatically stop at the border for the immigration process? And my ate and I are both Philippine passport holders, what should we bring at the Cam – Viet border? Thanks! Reply
Marcos Detourista says July 29, 2018 at 1:54 am Hey Aira, nothing specifically dangerous traveling that bus route at night. Go with a reputable company like Giant Ibis to be safe. As always, take general precautions when you travel anywhere. If you buy a bus ticket with pickup in PP & drop off in HCMC, yes, the bus will stop at the border. Then, the driver to someone will let you finish clearing the immigration. At the other side, you take the same bus company to HCMC. I’ve already posted tips on bus companies and where to book. Kindly review the guide above. You can also check these guides: https://www.detourista.com/guide/ho-chi-minh-trip/ https://www.detourista.com/guide/siem-reap-trip/ Reply
Cheryna says September 6, 2018 at 7:08 am hi, I will be doing the same trip as yours. I mean, travelling from Bangkok to Siem reap to Phnom penh to Ho Chi Minh city via giant ibis bus. I am a filipino. I am just wondering about the visa thing going to Vietnam. Do I need to get such before jumping pn a bus? I am confused. Hope you can help me. Reply
Marcos Detourista says September 19, 2018 at 1:46 am No prior visa needed po for Thailand, Cambodia & Vietnam. Just get on the bus and show the immigration officers your passport. Reply
Cheryna says September 6, 2018 at 12:06 pm hello. I am a filipino and will be travelling from Bangkok to Siem reap by plane. Siem reap to Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh by bus and Ho Chi Minh to Bangkok by plane. What do I need to prepare as I enter the Vietnam immigration by land? Please help me. Thank you! Reply
Marcos Detourista says September 19, 2018 at 1:48 am Passport & typical docs to prepare po. You may want to check out the Ho Chi Minh Travel Guide Reply
Lorelyn Castro Icalla says September 25, 2018 at 10:56 pm This is a very informative travel blog. I’m planning to do 2 weeks IndoChina escapade on Feb 2019. So thankful that all the details I need and things to prepare are already written. :) Reply
Soh says January 11, 2019 at 11:52 pm Hi Lorelyn, when on Feb is your travel? Are you in solo? I’m planning to travel Thailand-Cam bodia-Vietnam on Feb 21 onwards. Reply
Mary says November 28, 2018 at 8:48 pm Hi, you know what, this is very helpful. Detailed indeed. Thank you so much :) Reply
lord says December 31, 2018 at 7:47 pm Hello. I would like to ask regarding money when I entered tri-city. Is it a need to bring USD and exchange to local currency everytime Ill be in the different country? Reply
Marcos Detourista says December 31, 2018 at 8:35 pm Not necessarily USD (any major currency will do), but yes you’ll need money in the local currency… with the exception of Cambodia, since USD is widely accepted there. I usually withdraw local money from an ATM. If you’re not spending a lot in each country, however, and want to avoid bank withdrawal fees, it might be more cost-effective to just bring USD bills (or any major currency) and go to a money changer. Reply
tam says January 9, 2019 at 9:39 am hi me with my friends planning to travel in thailand cambodia and singapore is there any cheapest price for this including airfair or thai,viet and cambodia tour for a week for the month of may estimated budget for the package tour Reply
Marcos Detourista says January 10, 2019 at 4:20 am Hi Tam, Depends on when you’re going, how long and where you’re going. I’ve posted more guides and budget estimates for those countries. Hope you can check them out: https://www.detourista.com/promo/place/thailand/ https://www.detourista.com/promo/place/cambodia/ https://www.detourista.com/promo/place/vietnam/ Reply
gina de vera says February 15, 2019 at 4:02 pm Hi Marcos my friend and i will be at thailand by june 20-25 were planning to cross cambodia & thailand is it possible Reply
Marcos Detourista says February 15, 2019 at 5:06 pm Hi Gina, Yes of course! You can still use the itinerary above as a guide. If you’re not visiting Vietnam, you can either fly out from Siem Reap/Phnom Penh or go by land/air back to Bangkok. Reply
Alvin says March 20, 2019 at 11:01 am This is helpful and very detailed itinerary. May I ask if there’s direct bus from Ho Chi Minh to Bangkok? My plan is to skip Cambodia so I have plenty time of both country. Reply
Marcos Detourista says March 26, 2019 at 10:00 pm Hi Alvin! If you’re skipping Cambodia, I recommend that you book a direct flight instead of traveling by bus. Reply
Jem G. says March 22, 2019 at 12:46 am Hi! This iti is very detailed! ? We are going to use it for our Indochina trip this December 1-7. Question: 1. While you are on your half day city tour in Phnom Pehn where did you leave your luggage? 2. Is it cheaper to do DIY or get tours via Klook? THANK YOU! Reply
Mashra says March 26, 2019 at 1:35 am Thank you for sharing this itinerary. I’m planning to visit Indochina this August but from Vietnam-Cambodia-Thailand route. Is there any direct bus trip from Ho Chi Minh to Siem Reap without stopping in Phom Penh? Reply
Marcos Detourista says March 26, 2019 at 9:56 pm Not that I know of. You can check the booking sites if there are any direct buses available. Reply
necay says April 21, 2019 at 12:53 pm thanks for sharing., a big help for us planning to visit those places.God bless Reply
Divina Mae says June 6, 2019 at 12:39 pm Hi ! Just wanna ask. Aside from the passport what other documents do we need to carry? Thanks :) Reply
Marcos Detourista says June 13, 2019 at 2:54 am Hi Divina Mae, I recommend that you also bring your hotel bookings, tour bookings, and especially your return flight. Reply
Esmie says August 21, 2019 at 3:23 pm Hello! How much do you think it would cost us if we avail of the 1 week Indochina Itinerary? ( Thailand , Cambodia , Vietnam ? ) Reply
Marcos Detourista says September 27, 2019 at 12:02 am Hi Esmie. You can check the budget guide above for reference. Reply
Leila agati says October 2, 2019 at 6:34 pm I want to travel tricity Thailand Cambodia and vietnam on 2020 I am in Dubai right now how can I avail that tri city package Reply
Marcos Detourista says October 2, 2019 at 6:52 pm Hi Leila, this is a travel blog, not a tour agency that offers travel packages. You can use the travel tips above as a reference when planning your Indochina trip. Reply
Elise says October 18, 2019 at 12:02 pm Hi! I was wodering, how did you do the Siem Reap + Angkor temples? I mean, did you negotiate a tuktuk ride downtown at 5:00am then explore temples by foot? And where do you get an entrance fee? I am doing an itinerary for next year trip and I’m confused to whether book at Klook for a tuktuk ride or not because it seems that the tuktuk tour of Klook starts at 8am and does not match yours. I want to follow your itinerary; sunrise at Angkor Wat and sunset at Phnom Bakheng. Your blog is helpful, btw! Thanks! Reply
Aaron says October 22, 2019 at 2:25 pm This itinerary is absolute bomb! Considering that each country has its own currency, do you have any tips on currency exchange? Do you do it beforehand or at the destination itself? Reply
Jeffrey Capalad says October 28, 2019 at 5:35 pm Hi, What are possible problems in the Philippine immigration before going out for tour. Reply
Reyna says November 3, 2019 at 2:14 pm How much did you spend for the Indochina tour? Like, a total cost if possible. Reply
Ariel Elegado says November 14, 2019 at 12:40 pm Hi Marcos :) Indeed a very informative and detailed blog :) Thank you for sharing :) My question is how many passport stamps did you had for this trip? I just wanted to collect passport stamps that’s why I’m looking for budget travels :) Reply
Mrs.Vhing says November 27, 2019 at 6:14 am Thank you so much for the very helpful and informative blog you’ve made Marcos. Keep posting and making blogs so we could have better options and choices on our trip, too. Goodluck and God bless on your next wanderlust.Keep posting? Reply
Marcos Detourista says November 27, 2019 at 11:56 am Thanks you Mrs.Vhing! Enjoy your Southeast Asia trip :) Reply
Roma Santiago says November 27, 2019 at 5:01 pm Hi Detourista, do you have a sample itinerary for a 4-6 Asian countries in just 7-10 days? Reply
Janine says November 28, 2019 at 8:18 am Thanks for this helpful itinerary! Just wanted to ask few questions though. 1.Where did you leave your luggage when you did a half day city tour at Phnom Penh? 2. Which is more appealing, sunrise at Angkor Wat or Sunset? 3. Which country do you recommend for buying cheap souvenirs? Reply
Irene says January 26, 2020 at 2:57 pm Hi Mr. Marcos, your detailed itinerary is very helpful..just have some query, do you think it will be fine if I’ve got a one way ticket going to Vietnam (I mean going directly to Vietnam) then travel by land going to Cambodia and then Bangkok, from Bangkok back to home country. Reply
Leona says February 11, 2020 at 9:38 am Hi! Is there a regular bus from bangkok to cambodia? Direct buses leave at 9am and we don’t have much time to tour around. We plan to leave at 12pm but will there be a bus or a shuttle? Thanks. Reply
Erika Cabreros says April 27, 2020 at 12:35 am Hi! how did you acquire sim cards for the 3 countries? I know from thailand i can probably pick up something from the airport when I arrive. And in vietnam I know it can be delivered to our hotel and just pick it up when we check in. But how about in cambodia? Reply
Marcos Detourista says April 27, 2020 at 12:44 am SIM cards are also available at the airport and city center shops once you arrive in Siem Reap. Just research ahead on how to get to your hotel/hostel. The staff should know a good place to buy nearby. Reply