
Cambodia is a Southeast Asian nation whose landscape spans low-lying plains, the Mekong Delta, mountains and Gulf of Thailand coastline. Phnom Penh, its capital, is home to the art deco Central Market, glittering Royal Palace and the National Museum’s historical and archaeological exhibits. In the country’s northwest are the ruins of Angkor Wat, a massive stone temple complex built during the Khmer Empire.
Itinerary
Day 1Arrive Phnom Penh City Tour
Welcome to Phnom Penh – the city retains its traditional Khmer and colonial styles with French villas and large tree-line side walk. Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, pick up by our representative from the airport and transferred to the hotel. Today after breakfast, we will visit the impressive colourful Khmer-style royal palace complex build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom. Nearby is Silver pagoda (the emerald Buddha temple), where contain plenty of Buddha Statues decorated and made by gold, diamond, gemstone and silver. We will stop at Independence monument and explore the National museum, a beautiful Khmer architecture building contains more than 5000 art antiques made by bronze, wood, gold, silver, copper, sandstone and others. We pass through the river-front park where 4 rivers met at a junction include mystical Mekong. Walk up to sacred hill Phnom Daun Penh. Overnight at the hotel in Phnom Penh.
Day 2Phnom Penh City Tour To Siem Reap
This afternoon, we visit Tuol Sleng prison now is Genocide Museum, the most secret part of the Khmer Rouge regime. It’s also called S-21 (abbreviated for Security Office 21), a Khmer Rouge’s premier security camp, specifically designed for the interrogation and extermination of anti-Angkor elements. Leave the relics of the bad history of Cambodia we go for shopping around Russian market. This afternoon, we transfer to the airport / bus station for flight / express bus to Siem Reap. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, pick up by our representative from the airport / bus station and transferred to the hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap. (B)
Day 3Full day Angkor Tour
This morning, we explore South Gate of Angkor Thom known as Big Angkor explore royal city and was the last capital of the Angkor Empire, The famous Bayon Temple was an architectural muddle, in part because it was constructed in a somewhat piecemeal fashion for over a century. Terrace of the Elephants is an impressive, two and a half meter tall, 300 meter long terrace wall adorned with carved elephants and gradual that spans the heart of Angkor Thom in front of Baphuon – huge temple mountain in the heart of Angkor Thom, Royal Palace Area and Phimeanakas – impressive rite and sandstone pyramid. Terrace of the Leper King is at the north end of the Terrace of the Elephants, a double terrace wall with deeply carved nag as, demons and other mythological beings. This afternoon we visit Angkor Wat temple, the Cambodia’s ancient temple is one of the wonders of the oriental world. Masterpieces of decorative details as well as of architectural style, its awe-inspiring ruins survive as testament to the spectacular achievements of Southeast Asia’s greatest civilization. It is a replica of the universe according to the Hindu mythology. It is composed by the Mount Meru, surrounded by the continents and the oceans. Its extraordinary bas-reliefs, describe some Khmer epics and myths. Angkor Wat’s five famous towers rise into the sky, a geometrical arrangement of numerous galleries, adorned with beliefs and the stone images of celestial Apsara dancers, as well as portals, chambers and courtyards. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap. (B)
Day 4Full Day Angkor Tour
Today after breakfast proceed to visit Ta Prohm temple which is a wonderful combination of human genius and natural beauty. Giant trees have grown here for centuries! Prasat Kravan was originally constructed by noblemen rather than a king. Banteay Kdei was built in sandstone, which has deteriorated quite badly. However, there remain some very beautiful lintels and pediments. Srah Srang is a royal pool was the King’s bathing pond, where he washed with his many concubines each day. Takeo – King Suryavarman it is a pyramid on 5 levels and is dedicated to Shiva. Thommanon – small attractive temple in very good condition, built at the same time as Angkor Wat. Chau Say Tevoda built during the second quarter of the 12th century opposite of Thommanon, it was dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu. This afternoon, we overland to visit the highlights of the Grand Circuit including: Preah Khan – meaning The Sacred Sword, this temple was also built by Jayawarman VII and is famous for its immensely long cruciform corridors and delicate carvings. Neak Pean – This temple is a delicate highlight of Khmer art. Built by Jayavarman VII, this temple is the perfect representation of the heavens on earth. Ta Som was a small classic Bayon style monastic complex consisting of a relatively flat enclosure. East Mebon was built in the 10th Century by Rajendravarman, this temple was situated on a small island in the middle of the Oriental, or Eastern, Baray. Last visit Pre Rup was built in the 10th Century by Rajendravarman and enjoy sunset there. Overnight at the hotel in Seam Reap. (B)
Day 5Siem Reap City Tour – Floating Village
This morning, we visit Wat Thmei (Killing Field) contains a unique glass-walled stupa containing the bones of victims of the Khmer Rouge. Some of the bones were recovered from a nearby well while others are the remains of soldiers who died on a nearby battlefield. Continue to visit the “Les Artisans d’Angkor – Chantiers Ecole” the Finest Authentic Khmer Arts and Crafts. Lunch at local restaurant. This afternoon we visit Floating Villages, located south of Siem Reap. Take a ride in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap, the “Great Lake” of Cambodia and the largest in Asia. Here we will see plenty of examples of the Khmer way of life on the Tonle Sap. Then visit Wat Bo, a highly respected pagoda founded in the 18th century, contains very unique wall paintings of the Reamker (Ramayana) that are said to be from late 19th century. We continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Chars, also called the “Old Market”. Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap. (B)
Day 6Depart Siem Reap
This morning you will be transfer to airport for the flight back home or your next destination. (B)
HIGHTLIGHTS
INCLUDED
- One nights accommodation in Phnom Penh at suggested hotel or similar.
- Four nights accommodation in Siem Reap at suggested boat or similar.
- Daily breakfast except day 1
- Meals as mentioned in the Itinerary.
- All transfers on Seat in Coach basis (SIC)
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary
- Local English speaking guides (different guides in different cities)
EXCLUDED
- Airfare
- Airport Taxes
- Cambodia Visa
- Travel Insurance
- GST 5% on total package cost.
- Early check-in and late check-out
- Daily Lunch and Dinner
- Hotel/Room upgrade
- High season surcharges will be applicable if any
- Use of vehicle other than the specified itinerary
- Tip, drinks, personal expenses and others
- Any service not clearly mentioned in the program
- Compulsory Tips for tour guides and drivers