Cambodia at a Glance

TRIP HIGHLIGHTS:

• Tread lightly upon the 5000 silver floor tiles at the Silver Pagoda, in the Royal Palace.
• Step back in time at the National Museum, home to the world’s finest collection of Angkorian sculpture.
• Check out the Art Deco masterpiece that Psar Thmei, Phnom Penh’s central market.
• Discover a darker side at Toul Sleng Museum, a brutal reminder of the pain of Cambodia’s past.
• Soak up the city by night, with a happy hour cocktail, a fine meal and crawl through the city’s bars.
• Stare in awe at the mother of all temples, Angkor Wat.
• Succumb to the enigmatic smiles of the 216 giant faces of the Bayon, Angkor’s strangest temple.
• Experience nature running riot at the mysterious ruin of Ta Prohm, the original Tomb Rider temple.
• Marvel at the exquisite carvings adorning the tiny temple of Banteay Srei, the finest seen at Angkor.
• Cycling along the roads less travelled which undiscovered by mass tourist.
• Relax with a massage or spa, the perfect medicine for weary bodies.

⇒ Tour grade: Easy (private tour/ what is it?)
⇒ Trip code: VS04 (private tour)
⇒ Duration: 5 days/ 4 nites
⇒ Destinations: Phnom Penh, Siem Reap
⇒ Meals included: 4 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 4 dinners (Allow extra Meal budget minimum $20US/per day).
⇒ Transports: Private Car or Bus, Flight.
⇒ Accommodation: 4 night in hotels.
⇒ Tour guides: English speaking tour guides (other languages are available upon request with different service rates).

TOUR INCLUDES:

• Accommodation based on twin shared room at selected hotels with daily breakfast
• Meal: Full board at local restaurant as mention in program (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch and D: Dinner).
• Airport transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program.
• Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified.
• Boat trip as mention in program.
• Profestional English Speaking tour guide or other languages upon request.
• Bike & 1 hour foot massage.
• Cold water and towel during tours.

TOUR EXCLUDES:

• Visa fee: 20$.
• International air ticket in-out Cambodia.
• International airport tax: 25$.
• Other meal, drink, personal expenses, tip.
• Domestic air ticket: PNH_REP & airport tax.

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Natalie Hogg Australia
Quyen was a very interesting and amusing guide, I felt through him he allowed us an insight into life in Vietnam and he was on call 24hrs a day for us. He answered every question we had and arranged some brilliant meals/nights out with us all. He helped the group gel immediately. We had a brilliant time in Vietnam and having a local tour guide made a huge difference to our knowledge of local culture.
 

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BRIEF ITINERARY

Day 1 :   Arrival – Phnom Penh
Day 2 :   Phnom Penh Exploration
Day 3 :   Phnom Penh – Siem Reap by flight
Day 4 :   Siem Reap Exploration
Day 5 :   Siem Reap – Departure

DETAILED ITINERARY

Day 1: Arive Phnom Penh (L, D)
Arrive Phnom Penh by morning flight, Phnom Penh – the city retains its traditional Khmer and colonial charm. French villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor that the city was once considered the gem of Southeast Asia. Recent political changes have triggered an economic boom of sorts, with new hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs springing up around the city.

Visit to the Royal Palace compound build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom, is the most conspicuous feature and also one of impressive colorful Khmer-style Palaces. Nearside the Royal Palace is Silver Pagoda (The Emerald Buddha temple), display plenty of Buddha Statues that were decorated and made by diamond, emerald, gold and silver. Travelers will proceed to visit Independence Monument which was constructed in 1954 after Cambodian took their country back from French colony, continuing visit to National Museum, the distinctive red building with a beautiful Khmer architecture was build since 1917 and contains more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper, wood and others. We pass through the River Front park whose scenery is much worth shooting, and continue to the only one hill in town with sacred sites called Wat Phnom Daun Penh – the name of a pagoda, was built by lady Daun Penh in 1372 on a little hill, Legend has it that after a particularly heavy flood, a wealthy Khmer woman named Daun Penh found a tree on the banks of the Mekong with four statues of Buddha hidden inside, before walking along Mekong River bank to see the lovely Phnom Penh city at night with breathtaking view along the river.

Day 2: Phnom Penh Exploration (B, L, D)
Visit Tuol Sleng prison (Genocide Museum) was the most secret organ of the Khmer Rouge regime. S-21 stands for "Security Office 21." was Angkar's premier security institution, specifically designed for the interrogation and extermination of anti Angkar elements. Continue to visit Choeung Ek museum, between 1975 and 1978 about 17,000 men, women, children and infants detained and tortured at S-21 prison were transported to the extermination camp of Choeung Ek. Then shopping at Toul Tompong Market (called Russian Market), so-named because of the prevalence of items from the Eastern Bloc in past times, the Russian Market today is a treasure trove for tourists, that you will feel a bustling daily life of local people with Cambodian’s special character through local specialties, their houses, their face.

We will enjoy a cruise for view sunset on the Mekong and Tonle Sap River (1 hour). Situated at the “Four Arms” where the Mekong meets the Tonle Sap River before splitting into tow branches, Phnom Penh offers the ideal location to discover the mighty Mekong. Board a nicely restored wooden boat for a day cruise, enjoy the unspoiled landscapes along each bank and visit the traditional villages with their old pagodas on the islands.

Day 3: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap (B, L, D)
We take morning flight (option by boat and bus) from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. Upon arrival at airport you are met and transfer to your hotel (upon room availability). Then we start visit:

We continue to visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers
+ Prasat Kravan – With its unique brick sculptures
+ Srah Srang – The Royal Baths" was once used for ritual bathing
+ Banteay Kdei – Surrounded by four concentric walls
+Thommanon and Chaosay Tevorda temple
+ Banteay Srei: nearly everyone's favorite site. The special charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and the excellence of it decorative carving
+ Banteay Samre: Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor has to offer. Dinner with Apsara Dance show at local restaurant.

For those travelers thirsting for cultural highlights of Cambodia, No visit to Cambodia is complete without attending at least one traditional Khmer dance performance, often referred to as 'Apsara Dance' after one of the most popular Classical dance pieces. Traditional Khmer dance better described as 'dance-drama' in that the dances are not merely dance but also meant to convey a story or message.

Day 4: Siem Reap Exploration (B, L, D)
We start on our bike and cycle (45 minutes for cycling) to world heritage areas on the roads less travelled. Ride among the jungle passing local village and local shop. It’s a very special and acting day as you will explore some of Angkor’s most beautiful temples. You will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist.

+ The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
+ See the South Gate, Bayon Temple - unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
+ Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru
+ The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
+ The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King

The tour start with the visiting to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology, visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill. Enjoy 1 hour foot massage and walking at busy pub street where you can find many bars for cool drink or shopping at Angkor Night Market.

Day 5: Siem Reap – Departure (B, L)
Today we get up early to witness sunrise over ancient land of Angkor area. We return to hotel for breakfast before we make other different trip for today.

We board on boat in Tonle Sap Lake. Here, enjoy a brief cruise past floating villages complete with schools, restaurants, and hospitals. Then we visit Puok – which is home to the Artisans d’Angkor Silk Farm. Transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure to next destination. Say goodbye to your Cambodian guide and driver. Goodbye Cambodia!!!! End of our service.

                           Wishing you an Unforgetable Holiday with Indochina Pioneer!

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♦ REMARKS:
1. We are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. In Indochina particularly, hotel price makes up most of the cost of your holiday in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos. All of our prices are calculated upon twin-shared basis.
2. Price base in twin share basis accomodation.
3. Tour price is indicative only, please enquire for a detailed quotation.
4. More people more discounts. Please enquire for more details.
 

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