Tour Code:       C07C – DC

Trip Length:     07 Days / 06 Nights

Category:         Classic

Operate:          Year round / on demand

Destination:     Cambodia

I. DETAILED ITINERARY:

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.

Firstly, 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. Visit the notorious Toul Sleng Museum. In 1975 Toul 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). 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 before walking along Mekong River bank to see the lovely Phnom Penh city at night with breathtaking view along the river.

Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Morning we depart for Battambang by road with English guide. En route, visit a Cham Muslim village. Drive to Udong where a picnic lunch will be served. Then, visit the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former Kings are preserved. Next, visit the most impressive structure of the site, the "Vihara of the 18-Cubit Buddha".

We continuation by the same road through the village, the rice field to Kompong Chhnang province, visit the fishing village on Tonle Sap, the potteries - Lunch at the local restaurant. Then continue to Battambang via Pursat city with a brief city tour, arrival at Battambang in the last afternoon.

Overnight in Battambang.

Discover the city of Battambang, a charming big city where you can watch the elegant houses in the French colonial style along the river. You then visit the Provincial Museum and the pagoda before heading to the 11th century temple of Wat Ek Phnom. You pass through traditional villages along the route where you can attend the manufacture of family rice cakes and contacting people about their daily lives. Click and clack on Bamboo train through the countryside. In the afternoon, then, an hour's ride to the hill of Phnom Bannon (337 steps) and its temple, Prasat Bannon, 7th century, which stands atop mountain that reach by a long staircase. From there, you can also admire the beautiful scenic landscape of villages, plains, pagodas. We stop at local family graph farm, where Cambodian grape wine being produced.

Overnight in Battambang.

In a traditional wooden boat (public boat without guide), you make a cruise on the river Sangkè (six hour cruise) to Preak Toal. En route we will explore floating villages, where you are taught the traditional techniques of fishing and then visit a village which is located on a crocodile’s farm. Lunch box will be provided on the boat and continued cruising to Siem Reap where you arrive in late afternoon. Transfer to your hotel.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Early morning we start witness sunrise over Angkor Wat temple and listening singing birds over the ancient land of Angkor area. About 6:45AM we walk to nearby Pagoda and offering food to monks. After monks finished breakfast we start enjoy our breakfast box on the ground floor of pagoda, jasmine tea will be served in the peaceful of pagoda. Spend your own time talk to the monk and nuns to exchange the culture or relieve.

-       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.

-       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).

Overnight in Siem Reap.

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 foot massage 1 hour & enjoy walking at busy pub street where you can find many bars for cool drink or shopping at Angkor Night Market.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

After breakfast we continue to visit:

-       Neak Pean, which means ‘coiled serpents’, from the uncoiled nagas that encircled the temple

-       Preah Khan, Preah Khan' means 'sacred sword'

-       Tasom, The most distant temple on the grand circuit.

Transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure to next destination. Say goodbye to your Cambodian guide and driver. Goodbye Cambodia!!!!

End of Itinerary

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II. QUOTATION & INFORMATION:

Suggested Accommodation:

Tour Includes:

• Accommodation
• Meals as mentioned (B= Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
• English or French speaking guide
• Boat tickets
• Sightseeing fees and permits during guided time
• Additional surprises

Tour Excludes:

• International / Domestic Air Tickets
• Visa fees
• Not mentioned services
• Tip and gratuities