Day 1: Arrive Phnom Penh (.. /.. /..)
Upon arrival at Phnom Penh
International airport, after welcome by our guide and driver, we will transfer
to the hotel for check-in. In the afternoon, we will take the city tour
featuring Wat Phnom, a mostly venerated temple that gave name to the city.
Royal Palace, with Silver Pagoda, National Museum of Arts, built in 1920s to
protect a remarkably collection of Khmer art. If we have time, we can enjoy
dance show from children of Apsara Arts Association. That school founded by a
former Royal Ballet star who now provides free teaching to the kids of one of
poorest areas in Phnom Penh. Overnight stay in Phnom Penh
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Siem Riep (B/.. /..)
In the morning, along the
National road No. 6 to Siem Reap (314 km, approximately 5 hours drive), we will
have a great opportunity to admire wonderful Cambodia countryside. After that,
we stop at Kompong Thom for a quick
break, with optional visit to local market. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, we express
check-in. In the afternoon, we will visit the complex of Roluos, housing the
oldest temples, and the cradle of classical Angkorian buildings. At the end of
the day, you will spend at your leisure to enjoy the nightlife Siem Reap.
Overnight stay in Siem Reap
Day 3: Siem Riep – Angkor Complex (B/..
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After breakfast, we visit to
Angkor Thom, entering through spectacular Southern Gate. We will stop at Bayon
mountain-temple, Phimean Akas, the Royal Enclosure and the Elephants and Leper
King Terraces. In the afternoon, we will go to World Seventh Wonder Angkor Wat.
That is the most famous and magnificent mountain-temple, splendidly preserved
since 12th century afterward climb Phnom Bakheng hill to see sunset over view
of Angkor Wat with the lush green rainforest in the background. Overnight stay
in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Siem Riep – Angkor Complex (B/..
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In the morning, we will go to
Banteay Srei, also known as the Citadel of Women, worldly famous for its
beautiful pink stones and the quality of its bas-reliefs. It is also considered
by many specialists superior to those of Angkor Wat. On the way back, we will visit
Banteay Samre, a very attractive small temple in the same style of Angkor Wat.
In the afternoon, we will discover four temples along the Grand Circuit, Preah
Khanh, another 12th century complex of impressive dimensions and Neak Pean, of
Hindu inspiration, designed in the shape of a mandala. We also visit Ta Som, a
Buddhist temple topped by towers that remind the Bayon, now almost covered by
the vegetation. The last visiting place is Ta Prohm - the most enchanting and
romantic of the entire complex. Overnight stay in Siem Reap.
Day 5: Departure Siem Riep (B/.. /..)
After breakfast, we drive down to
Tonle Sap the Great Lake of Cambodia. We will board a boat and visit the Chong
Kneas floating village, where we will see floating houses, farms, schools,
shops and even a floating hospital. After that, we will return to Siem Reap to
visit Artisans d’Angkor and see their stone and wood carving workshops where
the artisans are taught to use traditional Khmer techniques. Afterward, we go
on to visit old market where you can see the fresh local produce being sold as
well as browse the souvenir stalls and the French colonial building. Rest of
the day, you will have free time until transfer to the airport for departure
flight. End of our services.
Tour Included: - Regional Experienced English-speaking hosts/guides - Air-conditioned private transportation on tour as mentioned in program - Water and fresh tissues on tour - Admission to tourist sites as per program - Meals as mentioned in Program - Accommodation in Siem Reap and Home-stay in village base on twin/double sharing room
Tour Excluded: - Visa and all kinds of insurance - Other meals, drinks - Tips for local services: tour guide, driver, porter, boat crew - Any other services not mentioned in the program - International air ticket from/to Cambodia and airport tax
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