14 days 13 nights
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Day 1: Veum Kham - Steung Treng - Kratie (--/L/D)
Arrive at the Veumkham border (Cambodia Laos border) then take a boat with Steung Treng for the lunch. After the lunch continue the voyage until the province of Kratie. The travelers must arrive to Veun Khan to make immigration with 10:00 am. Overnight at Kratie.
Day 2: Kratie (B/L/D)
After the breakfast, transfer to visit Wat Phnom Sambok and visit Kampee water fall & 100 column pagoda. Overnight in Kratie.
Day 3: Kratie - Siemreap (B/L/D)
Transfer to Siem Reap by air-con vehicle. After arriving in Siem Reap check in hotel. Siem Reap city sight seeing and then view sunset from Phnom Bakeng Hill, offering an outstanding view over Angkor Temples. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Angkor Thom (B/L/D)
After breakfast, visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom: the South Gate, the Bayon with 54 towers, each carved with four faces of the compassionate Boddhisattva, the nearby temple-mountain of Baphuon, the Royal Enclosure with the Phimeanakas temple, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King . In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat (early-mid 12th century) dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. This huge temple-mountain, built by King Suryavarman II, is considered as the masterpiece of Khmer architecture and art. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 5: Banteay Srey -Ta Keo - Ta Prohm (B/L/D)
Visit the famous temple of Bantey Srey “the Citadel of Women”. This small pink sandstone temple (late 10th century) is considered as the crown jewel of classical Khmer art with the delicate beauty of its carvings. Continue to Bantey Samre (mid 12th century), which has been admirably restored and the Kbal Spean temple. Lunch in a local restaurant. Continue to visit the twin temples of Ta Keo, the Srah Srang holy pond, Bantey Kdei and then the scenic Ta Prohm monastery, left to the devouring jungle. Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 6: Rolous Group (B/L/D)
Visit the Roluos Group: the Preah Ko, the temple-mountain of Bakong and the Lolei temple set in the middle of a former water reservoir or Baray. Roluos Group (late 9th century) represents the remains of Hariharalaya, the first major capital of the Angkorian era Khmer empire. Explore the monastic complex of Preah Khan whose name means « Sacred Sword », the small island temple of Neak Pean, and then Ta Som. These three temples were built by King Jayavarman VII and illustrate the preeminence of Mahayana Buddhism during his reign. Return to Siem Reap. Visit Les Artisans d'Angkor - this place was founded in 1992 and its aim to revive that ancient Khmer art. this organization gives young people to learn the art of stone, wood carving and silk weaving. Overnight in Siem Reap
Day 7: Siemreap - Kampong Thom (B/L/D)
After breakfast, drive towards Kampong Thom. En route, visit traditional Cambodian villages and stop at Naga Bridge, an ancient Angkorian bridge which is still in use. Upon arrival in Kom Pong Thom, check-in at your hotel. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, discover Sambor Prei Kuk, the antique capital of Chenla (early 7th century). Originally called Ishanapura, Sambor Prei Kuk is home to the most impressive group of pre-Angkorian monuments with more than 100 temples scattered through the lush forest. Overnight in Kampong Thom.
Day 8: Kampong Thom - Kampong Cham (B/L/D)
After breakfast, drive towards Kampong Cham. On the way, visit Vat Kohar Nokor, built during the 11th century during the reign of Suryavarman I, and the nearby village with its monastery. Then stop at Phum Prasat and see its pre-Angkorian tower within the compound of the village pagoda. Upon arrival in Kampong Cham, check-in at your hotel. Lunch in a local restaurant. In the afternoon, cross the Mekong River and drive to Chhup rubber tree plantations, established in the early 20th century on the fertile Cambodian red soils. Overnight in Kompong Cham.
Day 9: Kampong Cham - Phnompenh (B/L/D)
After breakfast, drive to Phnom Penh. En route, discover Phnom Bros and Phnom Srei Khmer temples (the site was used as a Killing Field during the Khmer Rouge era), Vat Nokor, an Angkorian temple (12th century) housing a colorful modern pagoda. Take a tour in Kampong Cham - the Cambodia’s third city. Check-in at your hotel in Phnopenh. Overnight in Phnompenh.
Day 10: Phnom penh (B/L/D)
In the afternoon, visit the National Museum displaying a collection of pre-Angkorian and Angkorian sculptures, the Royal Palace with the Silver Pagoda, and then Vat Phnom, the namesake of the capital city of Cambodia. If time permits, stroll through the bustling Central Market, famous for its Art-Deco architecture. Lunch in a local restaurant Free time in the afternoon. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 11: Phnompenh - Kampot (B/L/D)
Breakfast at your hotel, trip to Kampot in the morning, on the way visit Tonle Bali and Limestone caves in Kampong Trach province, and then continue driving to Kampot. Take Boat cruise for sunset view along Kampot River as unique atmosphere... Overnight in Kom Pot.
Day 12: Kam Pot - Sihanoukville (B/L/D)
In the morning depart to Sihanoukville. En route visit pepper and durian garden, then proceed to Ream National Parks and Otres beach - the new developed beach and embark on a wooden boat to visit Bamboo island and Tres island for snorkelling. Late afternoon return to Sihanoukville and overnight.
Day 13: Sihanoukville (B/L/D)
Full day free at leisure at the beach.
Day 14: Sihanoukville - Phnompenh Departure (B/--/--)
Free at leisure until transfer to Phnom Penh airport for departure. End of the tour.
INCLUDES:
- Accommodation in twin-shared/double rooms
- Transfer as per program with air conditioned vehicle
- English speaking guides (other languages are upon request )
- Meals as per program
- Admission fees
- Fresh bottled water
EXCLUDES:
- Visa to Cambodia
- Photograph & Camera fee.
- International airfare & airport tax.
- Beverages during meals,
- Telephone, laundry, tip
