- Private Tour
           - High comfort & flexibility
           - Year round organized/ on demand

BRIEFT ITINERARY:

Day 1: Arrive Phnom Penh

Day 2: Phnom Penh

Day 3: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap (Am Flight)

Day 4: Siem Reap

Day 5: Siem Reap

Day 6: Departure

DETAILED ITINERARY:

DAY 1: ARRIVE PHNOM PENH

Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, your guide will meet and transfer you to the hotel. Early check in is subject to availability. Check in time: 14:00 hrs. Overnight in Phnom Penh

DAY 2: PHNOM PENH

Set out on a city tour to visit the National Museum, which houses Khmer art and sculptures from different periods of Cambodian history, and the infamous Tuol Sleng Museum to learn more about the turbulent years . Toul Sleng was a high school prior to 1975, an interrogation prison known as S-21 during the Khmer Rouge era and today it as a genocide museum. It tells the sad story of the thousands of innocent Cambodian people who were tortured on its grounds. Walking through the narrow corridors and former classrooms of the buildings will give you an eerie feeling of being part of Cambodia’s turbulent past. The stories of the victims are documented and some torture devices are on display for visitors to learn about the suffering the people endured. Photographs were taken of each prisoner passing through the prison and hundreds of the haunting black and white photos are now on display in the museum. While this experience may be depressing, it is recommended to visit in order to truly understand the cruel methods of control the Khmer Rouge implemented over the country. Continue to drive another 17km to the peaceful stretch of green fields of Cheung Ek - situated 17km from Phnom Penh town, Cheung Ek was made famous by the movie “The Killing Fields”. Nowadays, a large memorial has been built to commemorate the 17,000 victims who died here under the reign of Khmer Rouge leader, Pol Pot. The remnants inside the memorial and the mass graves that dot the area remind you of the suffering of the victims. This journey into Cambodia’s past will provide you with a background on the cruelty of the Khmer Rouge regime. It will also give you an appreciation of the struggle that Cambodian people have faced and their tremendous courage to move on and rebuild their nation. Return to your hotel or to one of the riverside cafes or bars where you may want to take in the sunset. Overnight in Phnom Penh (Breakfast)

DAY 3: PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP (AM flight)

Enjoy some free time this morning before transferring to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Arrive in Siem Reap, a pleasant and sleepy backwater town that serves as a gateway to the ancient Khmer temples of Angkor. Check into the hotel (early check in is subject to availability) and start exploring the stunning temples by tuk-tuk.  Start with a visit to one of the wonders of the modern world, the intricately carved Khmer ruins at Angkor Wat. The temple still displays hundreds of fine carvings of Apsara and Hindu mythology in its bas relief. Stroll around the massive hallways and discover small shrines still in use today by the local people. Transfer back to your hotel late afternoon. Overnight in Siem Reap (Breakfast)

DAY 4: SIEM REAP

Head to the ancient Royal city of Angkor Thom with its centre piece, the Bayon temple. At first glance, it may seem like a shapeless mass of stone, but further scrutiny reveals towers with enigmatic faces of former King Jayavarman VII looking into every direction. Continue your exploration with a visit to the Terrace of the Elephants, which served as a platform from where the King could welcome back his victorious army. Attached is the Terrace of the Leper King which holds detailed carvings winding along a narrow passage way that leads to the Baphuon complex. Head back to Siem Reap to rest and to enjoy lunch on your own before continuing to Ta Prohm. This beautiful temple is overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. The magnificent roots of the trees have merged over the centuries with the temple’s huge stone blocks, emphasizing a ‘forgotten city’ feeling. In the late afternoon, visit Artisans d’Angkor, an organization focusing on training unschooled rural youth in traditional handicraft skills. Ancient techniques are still practiced here such as wood and stone carving, lacquering, gilding and silk painting. Bid farewell to the artisans and return to your hotel. Overnight in Siem Reap (Breakfast)

DAY 5: SIEM REAP

This morning, transfer approximately one hour to the floating village of Kampong Khleang, one of the largest settlements on the Tonle Sap Lake. Living on water is an art the Khmer people have mastered over the course of time. Board a local boat and visit a floating house to observe the local customs - opportunity to talk with your hosts about the differences they face living on the water. Continue exploring the small island, which is home to a bustling market, a pagoda, a school and a health centre before returning to Siem Reap. Enjoy a rest and depart in the afternoon for the jewel of Khmer art, Banteay Srei temple. Translating to “The Citadel of the Women”, this red sand-stone temple is one of Angkor’s most significant structures as its walls are decorated with elaborate carvings and in an amazing state of preservation. Much of the Angkor civilization can be learned here by studying the remarkable carvings. Overnight in Siem Reap (Breakfast)

DAY 6: DEPARTURE

Free at leisure until your transfer to the airport for the onward flight

Check out time: 12:00 noon.

End of services (Breakfast)

Flight PNH – REP, USD106-net per person – one way (Airfare is subjected to be changed without prior notice)

Deluxe 5* Hotel:

PNH: Hotel deluxe based on Raffles Le Royal, SGL,DBL/TWN stateroom, www.phnompenh.raffles.com

REP:  Hotel: Deluxe based on Grand d’ Angkor, SGL, DBL/TWN (stateroom)

www.siemreap.raffles.com

First Class 4* Hotel:

PNH: Hotel Superior based on Sunway Hotel, SGL, DBL/TWN, www.phnompenh.sunwayhotels.com

REP: Hotel: Superior based on Angkor Village Hotel, SGL, DBL/TWN Deluxe room

www.angkorvillage.com

Superior 3* Hotel:

PNH: Hotel Standard based on Phnom Penh Hotel, SGL, DBL/TWN, www.phnompenhhotel.com

www.princedangkor.com

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

+ Accommodation with daily breakfast

+ Private transfers and transportation on tours

+ Private boat trip

+ Tuk tuk in Siem Reap

+ Local English speaking guides

+ Entrance fees

+ Local interaction

+ Mineral water and old towel on car/van/bus

TOUR EXCLUSIONS:

+ Cambodia visa

+ Other meals and drinks

+ Other flights

+ Early check in and Late check out

+ Other personal expenses

+ Tipping/gratuities

+ Travel insurance
+ Any additional expenses caused by reasons beyond our control such as natural calamities (typhoon, floods), flight delays, rescheduling or cancellations, any accidents, medical evacuations, riots, strikes etc. etc

PLEASE NOTE: All the touring itineraries on this website have been carefully crafted by our in-country management teams and represent a series of experiences we can certainly recommend. However, we understand that every travel experience should be as unique and individual as each traveler. Our consultants are waiting to hear from you so that we can tailor or custom design a tour to your individual specifications

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