Cambodia Tours
Angkor Wat and Phnom Penh
Itinerary: 7 days – From Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
First Day
Arrival in Siem Reap – Angkor Wat (No meals served today)
Upon arriving and clearing customs and immigrations, you will be taken to the hotel for check-in by our local guide. You will get acquainted with Siem Reap, walking along the riverside and visiting the fruit bat near the King’s Residence. Later in the afternoon you will take a ride to see the world’s biggest religious temple - the magnificent Angkor Wat. Built in the early 12th century by Suryavarman the second, Angkor Wat is a masterpiece of Khmer architecture. Spend the night at the hotel in Siem Reap.
Second Day
Siem Reap, Banteay Srei, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom (Breakfast served)
Early in the morning, you will enjoy the Tuk Tuk and the jungle-covered temple of Ta Phrom before coming back to the hotel for breakfast at 7:30. An hour later, you will begin to explore the temple at Angkor Thom City by the west gate. From the mysterious faces of the Bayon temple to the detailed bas reliefs of the Terrace of the Elephants, Angkor Thom features many fabulous monuments. You pay for lunch, which is served at a local restaurant. After lunch you will go to the beautiful Banteay Srei. Built in 967 by the guru of Jayavarman V, it showcases the most complex, deep, and exquisite carvings in all Khmer architecture. You will spend the night at the hotel in Siem Reap.
Third Day
Siem Reap, Khmer Village, Beng Melea – Siem Reap (Breakfast and Lunch Served)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will head out to Khmer Village to see real life in a Cambodian village. After some time helping a village family with their daily routine you will take a scenic drive through the local countryside for some great opportunities to take photos. For the next few hours you will have the rare chance to see the life of Cambodian villagers. You may plant rice, harvest, make roofs or harvest bananas. Life here revolves around the seasons, so it will vary depending on when you visit. Lunch box will be provided in one house of the villagers. Then we drive further to Beng Mealea temple and explore the long abandoned temple (11th century), strangled by the jungle. Overnight will be spent at the hotel in Siem Reap.
Fourth Day
Siem Reap – Floating Village (Breakfast Served)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will take a break from visiting temples and enjoy a traditional wooden boat ride on the Tonle Sap. This is the largest permanent fresh-water lake in South Asia and flows into the Tonle Sap River, which joins the Mekong in Phnom Penh. You will have the chance to see a “floating village” – boats that have been converted to look like houses. The “village” moves from place to place following water levels. We will then continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Chhas, also called the “Old Market”, where anything and everything is for sale! Overnight will be spent at the hotel in Siem Reap.
Fifth Day
Siem Reap – Phnom Penh (Breakfast Served)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will start out with your driver to visit the Angkor National Museum, (www.angkornationalmuseum.com) known as the grand entrance to a world-class heritage that reveals the glory of Angkor Civilization. This museum enhances the cultural heritage of the Golden Era of Khmer Kingdom with its amassed collection of invaluable artifacts. In addition, its state-of-the-art multimedia technology exhibition tells a picturesque legendary story in a way that is easily understood. The museum offers its visitors a glimpse of the notable sources of inspiration of art, culture and history of ancient civilization legend. Transfer will then be made for departure to Phnom Penh by flight. Upon arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel for check-in. Overnight will be spent at the hotel in Phnom Penh
Sixth Day
Phnom Penh – City Tour (Breakfast Served)
After breakfast at the hotel, you will have the opportunity to tour the capital city of Phnom Penh, once considered the loveliest city of Indochina. Despite its recent turbulent history, it still maintains considerable charm. A visit to the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious ‘Killing Fields’ of Choeung Ek are not to be missed. Seeing these sights provides a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. In the afternoon, we will enjoy the Cyclo Ride to the Royal Palace, which is now home to the royal family and therefore very close to the public. At the northern area of the palace grounds are Silver Pagoda, the most sacred temple in the country, and also The National Museum. You will stay overnight at the hotel in Phnom Penh.
Seventh Day
Phnom Penh - Departure (Breakfast Served)
After breakfast at the hotel, you may spend the day at leisure until you transfer to the airport for departure.
Rate includes:
- Private tour with English Speaking Guide // All transfers and land tour with A/C vehicle
- All entrance fees as per itinerary // Meals as indicated in itinerary
- Fares for boat trip to floating village // Angkor National Museum
- Tuk Tuk / Cyclo ride // Cold water and towel during the trip
- Accommodation based on two persons
Rate excludes:
- Visa fee for each person // Domestic flight (REP/PNH) = per person (including airport tax, which is subject to change)
- International flights // International airport tax
- Personal expenses // Tipping
- Travel insurance
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