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Overview

This 6-day journey through Siem Reap and Phnom Penh blends Cambodia’s iconic heritage with cultural and lifestyle experiences. In Siem Reap, explore the majestic temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm, enjoy unique moments like hi-tea in the jungle and a sunset cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, along with local cultural encounters. The journey continues to Phnom Penh, where you’ll discover the elegance of the Royal Palace and gain insight into Cambodia’s history at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, balanced with city life, markets, and dining experiences, creating a well-rounded and memorable introduction to Cambodia.

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  • Arrival - Siem Reap

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Sua s'dei! Welcome to Cambodia. (IATA Siem Reap–Angkor Int’l Airport Code: SAI)  

    Upon arrival at Siem Reap airport by flight, you will be welcomed by local English-speaking guide who will escort you directly to hotel for relaxing.    Note: Official check-in time at 2:00pm.

    Siem Reap is the gateway to the world’s most spectacular ancient temples, dating from 8th-13th centuries with their countless sculptured decorations and former Khmer capitals. 

    Late afternoon when most tourists are back at their hotel, begins your exploration of a Remork Motor by the lady driver. It is the easiest and fun way to look around you on board, aside from supporting women. 

    Take a shady walk to explore the beautiful Ta Prohm temple, the huge roots of giant trees and vines make this temple unique and famous. The temple is so peaceful and restored to nature that it was even used as a filming location for Angelina Jolie's film ``Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.''

    Stop at the jungle near the temple site for your packed hi-tea with local beers where you will encounter a unique and memorable experience with nature and historical sites.  

    Your dinner at Sokkhak River specializing in a unique, delectable mixture of classic French recipes and modern Khmer dishes.  The restaurant overlooks the Siem Reap River.

    Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap. 

  • Siem Reap

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    After breakfast at hotel, you will visit the last capital of the Khmer Empire, Angkor Thom is literally "Great City" which was established in the early 12th century. Enter the capital through South Gate with its impressive sandstone carving, then continue to Bayon Temple sits at the heart of the capital. Its masterpiece consists of 54 standing towers with four huge smiling faces, and its outer gallery contains about 11000 bas-reliefs depicting heroic historical tales as well as scenes of Khmer daily life in that civilization.

    Get inside a pagoda where you can learn more about the life of a Monk and Theravada Buddhism. Buddhism in Cambodia is a way of life that most people incorporate into their daily life. You will get to meet the Monks, experience a sacred water blessing for good luck and prosperity - a very special experience.

    Continue to visit Banteay Srei temple, so-called "Citadel of the Women". It was built in 967, and the temple’s most intricate and deep carvings and architectural details in the unique pink-hued sandstone temple preserve the best of Khmer art.

    Experience the beauty of Angkor complex while enjoying a picnic delicious lunch at Water Wheel Spean Thmor. This stunning site features a large stone bridge. Here your day with a delightful meal, other complements set up right in front of the iconic water wheel and nature. The soothing sounds of flowing water and the fresh air create a serene atmosphere for a perfect moment.  

    Head back to hotel to relax from the rest of balanced afternoon. 

    This evening, you will be entertained with a special performance of the Cambodian circus at Phare Ponleu Selpak. Inside the campus, you will enjoy the rotation of a spectacular show put on by a talented and energetic troupe of young performers. (Note: The one-hour show opens for the public daily at 8:00 p.m.)

    Dinner in on your own account.

    Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap.

  • Siem Reap

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Get up early for an eye-catching sunrise at Angkor Wat, you might be lucky to see the sunlight rays clear for a dawn display of color over the towers, making the view towards the temple stunning. Then you will have a refreshment fruit and coffee before jumping into the discovery of the temple during less visitors.

    Angkor Wat was built in 1113-1150. The structure is said to be one of the world’s largest religious monuments. It appears to have been both the state temple and mausoleum, dedicating to the god Vishnu, then for Buddhists. The temple is famous for bas-reliefs encircling the temple wall depicting scenes from Hindu mythology and the historical wars of the King. The central tower reaches a height of 65 meters where you may also climb up and enjoy a breathtaking view. Angkor Wat symbolizes the soul of the Khmer people and graces every Cambodia's flag.

    Return to the hotel for relaxing and enjoying hotel amenities the rest of the morning & early afternoon. 

    Late-afternoon, a short transfer from Siem Reap town. Upon arrival, take a private charming standard wooden boat from Chong Kneas’ pier to visit the floating village on Tonle Sap Lake. It is the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia, connecting to the Mekong River. The lake plays a central and important role in Cambodia's food provision.

    The floating villages that are all here with the cruises. One of the many advantages of going on sunset tours is that we get the best views of these stunningly beautiful sunsets on a comfortable boat with Champagne and canapes while you enjoy the best views of the floating villages and the sun setting over the lake.

    Dinner is on your own account

    Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap.

  • Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    After breakfast at hotel, the day is free at leisure until transferring to airport for a morning flight to Phnom Penh. Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to hotel for relaxation. (Official check-in time 14:00)

    Phnom Penh was known as the "Pearl of Asia" and was considered one of the most beautiful cities built by the French during the colonial period in the region. 

    Lunch is on your own account.

    Mid-afternoon, you visit Royal Palace built in 1866, being as the official residence of the King. Inside, you visit Throne Hall is where the king's general and official ceremonies and Silver Pagoda house many national treasures such as gold and jeweled Buddha statues and inlaid with more than 5,000 silver tiles covering its floors.

    If you wish, step into the magic of Phnom Penh by night! An evening stroll in front of the majestic Royal Palace, illuminated in golden splendor and seeing local people doing aerobic dancing exercise where you also join! 

    Dinner is on your own account. 

    Overnight at the hotel in Phnom Penh.

  • Phnom Penh

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    After breakfast at hotel, you will discover Cambodia’s dark history and horror of Phnom Penh’s past of its city. First head, visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former high school which was used as the notorious Security Prison 21 (S-21) by the Khmer Rouge regime.  Get in depth to learn about the dark history of Khmer Rouge sites and how it still influences modern-day life. 

    If you wish to browse through the colorful Russian Market?  It is the place to shop for discounted brand-name clothing, also the best place in the city for wooden and stoned carvings, jewellery and silk souvenirs.

    You will climb up to visit Wat Phnom (Mountain Pagoda), which was built in 1372 as the founding place of the city. Inside the temple, you will experience the Chakkumpi "Khmer fortune teller" manuscript on palm-leaf performed by selecting passages of hazard or luck and drawing from them indications concerning future events—an authentic experience with Khmer belief.

    Head back to hotel to relax from the balanced day.

    Lunch is on your own account.

    This afternoon, you want to visit National Museum or Sosoro Museum, let your guide facilitate (Entrance fee & onside guide are on customers’ own account)  

    Your dinner will be served at Aura Phnom Penh, which is causal rooftop restaurant, an elegant, refined sophistication providing a chic ambiance and live music that you will enjoy during your meal. 

    Overnight at the hotel in Phnom Penh.

  • Phnom Penh - Departure

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    After breakfast at hotel, the day is free at leisure until appointed time transfer to airport for your departure flight together. 

Experience
Includes
  • Accommodation in a shared twin/double room in selected hotels
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner as mentioned on daily program 
  • English speaking local guide
  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle unless stated otherwise
  • Entrance fees for mentioned visits
  • Mineral drinking water on touring 
  • A welcome drink at the airport on arrival day, and from 3pax – up, also with a hosted lady to greet
  • Hi-tea on tuk tuk near the temple site 
  • Picnic lunch at the jungle
  • Sunset boat with Champagne and capape
Not Includes
  • Visa for Cambodia (Visa issued on arrival for most nationalities, USD30/pax, bring 1 passport photo)
  • Fulfill Cambodia e-Arrival form within 7 days prior to arrival through the link www.arrival.gov.kh, then keep or print QR along with you for visa process    
  • Any surcharge/extra fees for visit of the Angkor Historical site imposed by the Apsara Authorities which are subject to change without prior notice
  • Other meals and other services that were not mentioned
  • Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, tips etc.)
  • International and domestic flights (quoted separately)