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Day 1. Siem Reap - Arrival
Upon arrival at Siem Reap International Airport, you will be welcomed by our expert tour guide and transfer to the hotel for check in. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Included meal: Not included
Day 2. Siem Reap - Angkor Wat Sunrise - Angkor Thom (B/D)
A sunrise tour starts at pre-dawn to witness the breathtaking view of Angkor Wat temple, the best place for photography. Continue to explore the central complex and bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat [AD1113]. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. With many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water, carved low-reliefs about Ramayana Story and day-to-day life at the time of Angkor's construction.Go back to the hotel for having breakfast. Then explore Ta Prohm Temple of Tomb Raider fame and often referred to as the “one with the trees”, is a phenomenal example of the interplay between man and nature and should not be missed.
Afternoon: Angkor Thom – the world’s largest city in the 12th Century
Continue to the "Great City" of Angkor Thom, visits the Jayavarman’s state temple of Bayon Temple at the center of the city, then pass Phimeanakas with its beautiful lake and the imposing Baphoun, the state temple of King Udayadityavarman II Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King.
In the evening, enjoy the dinner with Cambodia Traditional show, a classical Khmer performance art inspired by the water and cloud spirit of Hindu and Buddhist mythology.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Included meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3. Siem Reap - Banteay Srei - Ta Prohm - Grand Circuit (B)
Morning after breakfast, we travel to Banteay Srei temple (10th century) which is regarded as the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art. Continue to visit Banteay Samre, built in the third quarter of the 12th century. It consists of a central temple with four wings preceded by a hall and accompanied by two libraries, the southern example remarkably well preserved. Two concentric walls enclose the ensemble. Our next destination is Ta Prohm - one of the area's most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.
In the afternoon, we continue our temple visits to Preah Khan. Built by the King Jayavarman VII, Preah Khan is, like Ta Prohm, a place of towered enclosures and shoulder hugging corridors. Unlike Ta Prohm, however, the temple of Preah Khan is in a reasonable state of preservation and ongoing restoration efforts should maintain and even improve this situation. Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a pool (representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake), Ta Som.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 4. Siem Reap - Tonle Sap - Cooking Class (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel
Explore Prei Monti Village and Kampong Pluk Village on Tonle Sap Lake. You will be welcomed by Madame Ry, the owner of the house to do a cooking class and go to the local market to buy fresh ingredients for the dishes you’ll learn to prepare. Then take the private boat to visit the village of Kampong Pluk, the most beautiful village on Tonle Sap Lake. It is one of natural tourisms and a mangroves for hundreds species of fresh water fishes and birds and decorated with ethnic stilted houses line over the water surface up to the air. The villages are primarily Khmer and have about 3000 inhabitants between them, most of who live in stilted houses. You will have a great opportunity to learn about their lifestyle and how do they live on the lake. Return back to Khmer Traditional House of Madame Ry, start to learn to cook Khmer Cuisine. Lunch at a local homestay (A Typical Khmer food that you should try)
Afternoon, we take a bike with the quiet trails through rice fields and village. You will have the opportunity to learn about traditional beliefs, daily village life, enjoy some local snacks.Take part in a sacred Buddhist ritual where you go to the Pagoda and receive a water blessing. Water blessing from the monks chanting harmoniously as they wish you good luck, safe travel, and a long life. It is accompanied by a light sprinkling of water. You will also enjoy the sunset from the country side which will make you feel relax and unforgettable. Return to Siem Reap.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Included meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5. Siem Reap - Battambang (B/L)
Breakfast at the hotel
We leave Siem Reap for our destination to Battambang, the second largest city in Cambodia,. En route, we stop to visit the countryside village called Kampring, avoid crowed from mess and it has a beautiful landscape along the river. If time is permitted ride the bike to visit the Vat Phert Fish Conservation Community; it is focused on protecting the fish and control the illegal fishing technique. On the way to visit the village, your guide will advise you the activities that are available and you can participate if you wish. Depending on the season, these activities may include planting corn, vegetables or harvesting rice with animals in the fields and fishing, or making traditional cake Name Akou Thout. Lunch at the village. Ride the Bamboo Train in the late afternoon before come back to hotel.
Continue to Battambang. Upon arrival in Battambang, check in the hotel and overnight in Battambang.
Accommodation: Hotel in Battambang
Included meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 6. Battambang Tour (B)
Breakfast at the hotel
Discover Battambang, the largest and charming city where you can see the colonial style houses along the Sangke River. Visit Ek Phnom Temple is a gorgeously atmospheric toppled 11th century temple behind a vibrantly coloured modern and ginormous modern Buddha statue. On the way back, you can visit the Ancient House, was built during French colonial era and the Artisan Factory of Rice Flaky Cake.
In the afternoon visit Phnom Banan Temple. This Angkor-era mountaintop temple is definitely worth a look. At the top are beautiful views of the winding Sangker River set amidst sugar palm trees, rice fields and small villages. To the south you will see a mountain range that features a crocodile shaped mountain. The temple itself is beautiful looking from the ground as well as the top. Then continue to discover the cave and enjoy watching the bat in Phnom Sampov. Overnight at Battambang.
Accommodation: Hotel in Battambang
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 7. Battambang - Phnom Penh (B)
Breakfast at the hotel
We will drive back to Phnom Penh. Before arrival Phnom Penh, we have to pass 3 provinces such as Pusat, Kampong Chhnang and Kandal where we’ve arranged to have a short visit in each province. Arrival Pursat followed by a city orientation tour to see some interesting colonial architecture and a floating village. Upon arrival Kampong Chhnang, visit Pottery Village. Lastly, arrival Kandal Province, we visit the abandoned royal city of Oudong (early 17th century) and visit the temples and stupas that cover the hills. Then, we drive towards Phnom Penh. Arrival and check in hotel. Stay overnight at Phnom Penh.
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 8. Phnom Penh Discovery (B)
Breakfast at hotel
A begin of the step to explore Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. Start with our Tuk Tuk to visit the private quarters of the Royal Palace built in 1866 by King Norodom and the Silver Pagoda the most sacred shrine in the country. We continue to the National Museum, dedicated exclusively to Khmer art and sculpture which houses the world's foremost collection of Khmer art. The majority of the exhibits are from the Angkor period (9th to 15th Century). You can then opt to visit Shops and Boutiques at Street 178 which are populated with souvenir shops and galleries, restaurants and cafes. Street 178 is known as ‘Art Street’ for the local art galleries.
Discover the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum. In 1975, Tuol Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot’s security forces and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21). S-21 has been turned into the Tuol Sleng Museum, which serves as a testament to the crimes of the Khmer Rouge.. Enjoy shopping at Central Market. End your afternoon with a visit to Wat Phnom, a peaceful temple situated on a hill for which the city is named. According to legend, a 14th-century woman named Penh found sacred Buddhist objects in the nearby river and placed them here on the small hill.
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 9. Phnom Penh - Kampot (B)
This morning, it’s time to head south. Take a private vehicle to the township of Kampot, approximately 3.5 hours from Phnom Penh. Once arrived and settled in, time to look around. Take a heritage walk around the city, and discover the architecture of this quaint town, all from the French Colonial era. You’ll have the opportunity to learn a little of the history of Kampot. Afterwards, capture a spectacular sunset from the water as you embark on a cruise on the Kampot River. Keep your eyes peeled when the sun goes down, as fireflies may begin to swarm and flicker in the night sky – such a cool sight to see!
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampot
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 10. Kampot Discovery (B)
Breakfast at hotel
Visit Kampong Trach Cave and Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple. Then continue to visit the Pepper Plantation. The province’s lush green hills and proximity to the sea create an ideal environment for pepper plants to thrive. Historically, pepper from Kampot was world renowned, until the Khmer Rouge took power in Cambodia in the 1970s and decimated crop growth.
In the afternoon enjoy Kayaking along the river. Just about 500 meters upstream you can leave the main river and take your kayak towards the kampong kreng Temple. The river in the loop is much narrower than the main river and is on both sides heavily grown with vines, palm and it gives you a feeling like you are part of the Old Apocalypse movie. The kayak trips guarantee you a great afternoon. Don’t forget your sunscreen.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampot
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 11. Kampot - Kep – Rabbit Island (B)
After your breakfast, you will drive by private vehicle to the small town of Kep in the south of the country. We take a boat ride to Rabbit Island is a small tropical island about 20-40 minutes from Kep by local boat. Relatively clear, warm waters. Snorkel around the rocks. There’s no coral but lots of colorful fish. Until late afternoon, and back to Kep. Overnight in Kep.
Accommodation: Hotel or resort in Kep
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 12. Kep – Free on beach (B)
Full Day at leisure to enjoy with the beach. Overnight in Kep.
Accommodation: Hotel or resort in Kep
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 13. Kep – Free on beach (B)
Full Day at leisure to enjoy with the beach. Overnight in Kep.
Accommodation: Hotel or resort in Kep
Included meal: Breakfast
Day 14. Kep - Phnom Penh - Departure (B)
Our driver will pick you up at the hotel then transfer by private car (no guide) back to Phnom Penh for your onward flight.
Accommodation: Check out time at hotel is before 12.00PM
Included meal: Breakfast
Tour Inclusion:
- Transportation with A/C as program
- Accommodation with daily breakfast as program
- Local English speaking guide as program
- Meals as stated in the itinerary
- All sightseeing tickets as program
- Tissues and water on coach
- Boat trip as program (if any)
Tour Exclusion:
- Personal expenses, tips and gratuities (suggest 5- 7 USD/client/day for tour guide and driver)
- Domestic & international flight tickets (on request)
- Travel insurance, personal insurance
- Beverage
- Cambodia Visa service (35 USD/pax/single entry; if any)
- Other services not mentioned above
- International flights & departure taxes (if any)
- Peak season or public holidays surcharge (if any)
