DAY 3 (BL) SIEM REAP

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Down your coffee and finish that Amok. Today we venture to Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia and one of the most diverse and productive ecosystems in the world, designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1997 due to its high biodiversity. Jump on a wooden boat and enjoy a scenic boat ride through the calm waters of the lake as we make our way to Kampong Phluk. Located on the shores of Tonle Sap Lake, Kampong Phluk is home to an estimated 3,000 people – mostly fishermen and rice farmers – who live in harmony with the rise and fall of the water. The houses here are built on tall stilts some reaching up to 8 meters (26 feet). During the rainy season the water level rises and covers the stilts, giving the illusion that the homes are floating on water. We tour the Floating Village by foot for a peak into the charming Cambodian rural way of life. Afterwards we tumble back to the city then after lunch, we hit the road this time on a Polaris Trail Boss 330 to explore the glorious countryside visiting a Buddhist Monastery, a local market to check out local produce, and a leather carving workshop. (If you’re looking for a top-notch souvenir from Cambodia, this is it!) Want more? We navigate to the ancient city of Hariharalaya, known today as Roluos. We probe Preah Ko, a temple built by King Indravarman I in 879 (That’s more than 200 years before Angkor Wat!) We also stop by the equally stunning Bakong, the first Khmer temple mountain of sandstone, then journey back to the city by ATV. In your free time in the evening, drop by Pub Street and celebrate your last night in Cambodia. Find The Angkor What? Bar or Temple and try Angkor Beer. Cheers!

DAY 4 (BD) SIEM REAP-BANGKOK BY FLIGHT

Grab your passport. It’s time for country number two. Sawasdee! Thailand's economic, political, and cultural capital, Bangkok is Asia’s Cosmopolitan Masterpiece with an intoxicating mix of resplendent temples, bustling markets and malls, compelling modern architecture, exquisite local cuisine, and lively nightlife providing something for everyone. Known as Krung Thep to locals, the full name of Bangkok is actually pretty mouthful: Krung Thep Mahanakhon Amon Rattanakosin Mahinthara Yuthaya Mahadilok Phop Noppharat Ratchathani Burirom Udomratchaniwet Mahasathan Amon Phiman Awatan Sathit Sakkathattiya Witsanukam Prasit. Try memorizing that! In the evening, we’re serving scenic river views and delicious flavors with an international buffet (There’s fresh seafood too!) on board the Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise. Aroy mak mak!

DAY 5 (BD) BANGKOK CITY TOUR

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Wakey, wakey, eggs and bakey! Ready to make the world your oyster? Today we explore CNN Travel’s 2009 World’s Greatest City. Buckle up because Bangkok’s buzz is like no other place in the world. We begin with a visit to Wat Benchamabophit, a majestic temple of classic Thai design. Also known as the Marble Temple, it was fashioned out of white marble imported from Italy. We then take a short boat ride across Chao Phraya River, the iconic body of water and lifeblood of Bangkok. Did you know that Chao Phraya River stretches 372 kilometers (231 miles) and is home to around 280 species of fish, including 30 endemic ones? No trip to Bangkok would be complete without a visit to Wat Arun. Also called the Temple of Dawn, it was named after the Hindu god of dawn – Aruna. It was here that, after the fall of Ayutthaya to besieging Burmese forces, King Taksin stumbled upon a small local shrine and interpreted the discovery as an auspicious sign that this should be the site of the new capital of Siam. Today the temple is one of Bangkok's most iconic structures – not to mention one of the few Buddhist temples you are allowed to climb. Next we visit Gems Gallery then it’s time for some major retail therapy. Platinum Fashion Mall is Thailand’s largest indoor wholesale shopping destination. With over 2,500 shops across six stories, it’s unimaginable to leave empty-handed. You came, you saw, you shop! In the afternoon, we run off to King Power Mahanakhon to take the fun to greater heights. Mahanakhon SkyWalk is Thailand’s highest observation deck at 314 meters (1,030 feet) offering 360 degree panoramic views – the best in all of Bangkok! Stay in the Observatory where you’ll feel safe indoors or walk onto the Glass Tray and feel your heart pound with every step. When night falls, prep your peepers for the captivating Mirinn Show – a spectacle of great music, striking choreography, and elaborately dressed performers – while enjoy a delightful dinner. You’re gonna love it!

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Boat ride is by public passenger boat and is non-private

DAY 6 (BL) BANGKOK-SAMUT SONGKHRAM-RATCHABURI-BANGKOK BY VAN

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Load up on Pad Thai and get ready to hit the road for more amazing adventures. SuSu! We leave the city and scoot off to Samut Songkhram province. Our destination: Maeklong Railway Market, locally known as Talad Rom Hub. This unique market features stalls that occupy a very narrow stretch of train track. Every time a train is coming with its blaring horn as the signal, the vendors fold the awnings and pick up their merch in a matter of seconds. And as soon as the train passes, everything is back in its place within seconds… as if nothing happened. Brace yourself and feel the brush with danger as you stand inches away from a speeding train! Afterwards we venture to Ratchaburi province to visit the famous Damnoen Saduak Floating Market. Get on a traditional wooden boat and we make our way through a myriad of khlongs (canals) visiting shops that sell fruits & vegetables, food & snacks, clothes & fashion accessories, handicrafts, and many other souvenirs. Make sure to try the coconut ice cream. It’s heavenly!