Itinerary in Brief
Day 1: Siem reap arrival ( D )
Day 2: Siem reap – Angkor tour ( B, L )
Day 3: Siemreap – Phnompenh ( B, L )
Day 4: Phnompenh departure ( B )
Itienrary in Details:
Day 1: Siem reap arrival ( D )
Arrival in Siem Reap and transfer to the hotel for check in, after check in, we will to visit the floating village of Chong Khneas, located 10 kilometers south of Siem Reap. We take a boat trip in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake, the "Great Lake" of Cambodia, one of the largest in Asia. We spend the rest of day visiting the "Chantiers Ecoles - Les Artisans d'Angkor" which provides training to young Cambodians in an effort to revive the ancient Khmer traditions of stone carving and wood sculpting. Tonight we enjoy dinner with Apsara dance performance. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 2: Siem reap – Angkor tour ( B, L )
Breakfast at hotel: Start your sightseeing tour of Angkor area we spend a full day exploring the wondrous ancient ruins with the South Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the largest as well as the most complete temple of Angkor Wat. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple and the jungle covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man's creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 3: Siemreap – Phnompenh ( B, L )
Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the airport for flight departure, arrival in Phnom Penh and transfer to visit the Victory Monument, and the National Museum, also called Musee des Beaux-Arts. A French archaeologist and painter, Georges Groslier, designed it in Khmer style in 1917. The museum contains a collection of Khmer art - notably sculptures - throughout the ages. Visit the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda. Located within the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. The treasures found inside include a solid gold Buddha encrusted and weighing 90kilograms and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha. End your afternoon with the visit of the Wat Phnom Temple, Phnom Penh's namesake, from where you can enjoy views over the tree-lined avenues of Phnom Penh during sunset. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 4: Phnompenh departure ( B )
After breakfast at the hotel, we will continue our visit the Toul Sleng Prison Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek-both grim reminders of Cambodia's bloody past under Pol Pot. It is almost inconceivable to confront the nature of true evil here in this gentle land, but the Buddhist memorial at Choeung Ek, commemorates the 1.7 million victims of the 1975-79 Pol Pot regime. This excursion may prove distressing for some. It is, however, an important piece of this country’s historical and cultural puzzle. Then we discover Phnom Penh’s Psar Toul Tom Pong, known as the Russian Market, a great place to hunt for souvenirs, curios, and silks. and transfer to the airport for flight departure.
Accommodation Options
Location |
Standard |
Superior |
First class |
Deluxe |
Phnompenh |
Cardamom 3* |
King grandboutique 3* |
White Maison 4* |
Sofitel 5* |
Siem reap |
Casa Angkor 3* |
Central Boutique 3* |
Prince D’ Angkor 4* |
Borei Angkor 5* |
Tour includes:
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Tours & transfers in private air-conditioned vehicles
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All accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
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Private English speaking guide
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Flight ticket Siem reap - Phnompenh
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Meals as indicated in the itinerary with local foods (B= breakfast; L=Lunch; D = Dinner)
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Boat cruise as stated
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Entrance fees and permits for all sights visited
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Mineral Water and towel
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Government taxes & Service charges
Tour excludes:
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International flight ticket to and from Cambodia
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Visa in Cambodia ( available at the airport at 20 USD )
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Personal travel insurance
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Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills.
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Tips and gratuities