Cultural Cambodia
Program: 15 Day / 14 Night
Tour Code: HCC15
DAY 1: The
Sights of Phnom Penh
We begin this Cambodia trip with a visit to Wat
Phnom, symbol of the city. After lunch,
we visit the impressive National Museum, the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda and
sobering Tuol Sleng Museum. The capital
is our base for three nights.
DAY 2: Phnom Baset and
Oudong
We head
to Phnom Baset and Prasat Srei Krub Laak, then the former capital of Oudong to
visit the royal tombs, enjoying a picnic lunch in the countryside. We return to Phnom Penh for a spot of
shopping at the lively local markets.
DAY
3: Takeo and Phnom Da
We head south to Takeo to take a boat to Phnom Da and
the Asaram Moha Russei before having a picnic lunch. After lunch, we visit Angkor Borei. We return to Phnom Penh stopping to visit the mountaintop temple
of Phnom Chisor.
DAY
4: Kampong Cham
We head to Kompong Cham to visit a rubber
plantation. After lunch in Kompong Cham
and a look at the colonial heritage, we visit the 12th century Angkorian temple
of Wat Nokor. We stay in Kompong Cham
for dinner and overnight.
DAY 5: Kampong Thom and Sambor Prei
Kuk
We head to
Kompong Thom to visit the pre-Angkorian temples of Sambor Prei Kuk. En route, we visit Prasat Guha Nokor and the
hilltop temple of Phnom Sontuk, with its many Buddha images. Dinner and overnight in Kompong Thom.
DAY
6: Kampong Thom to Siem Reap
We visit Prasat Andet near Kompong Thom on the journey to Siem Reap. We enjoy a picnic lunch in Kompong Kdei,
home of one of the largest Angkorian-era bridges in Cambodia. We continue to Siem Reap, our base for the
duration of the Cultural Cambodia tour
DAY
7: Roluos and Ta Prohm
We begin with a
visit to the earliest temples of the Angkor period at Roluos, including Preah Ko,
Bakong, and Lolei for a useful chronological perspective on Angkor’s
development. Later we visit the jungle-clad temple of Ta Prohm and the
unfinished 10th century temple of Takeo.
DAY 8: Grand Circuit and Small Circuit
In
the morning, we visit the grand circuit temples of Neak Poan, Krol Kor, and Ta
Som. After lunch, we visit Prasat
Kravan, Sra Srang, and Banteay Kdei.
DAY 9: Preah Khan and Sunset over
Angkor Wat
In
the morning, we visit the Eastern Mebon, Pre Rup, and the never-ending
corridors of Preah Khan, After lunch, we visit the atmospheric temple of Tanei,
and the twin temples of Thommanan and Chao Say Tevoda. We watch sunset over Angkor Wat.
DAY
10:Banteay Srei and Kbal Spean
We begin today
with an early morning visit to Angkor Wat to watch sunrise, before continuing
to the elegant temple of Banteay Srei and well-preserved Banteay Samre. We take a picnic lunch in the countryside
before walking through the lush jungle to visit the riverbed carvings and
scenic waterfall at Kbal Spean.
DAY 11: Pilgrimage to Phnom Kulen
Today,
we make an all-day journey to the sacred mountain of Phnom Kulen to explore the
riverbed carvings, temples and waterfall.
We enjoy a picnic lunch at the waterfall and visit the reclining Buddha.
DAY 12: Angkor Wat and temples of Siem Reap
We
start today with a visit to magnificent Angkor Wat to view its architecture and
bas-reliefs. After lunch, we visit Wat
Thmei, Wat Leur, and Wat Athvea in Siem Reap.
DAY 13: Temples of Angkor Thom
Today
we enter the walled city of Angkor Thom to view the highlights of Victory Gate,
the Bayon, Baphuon, and the Kleangs.
After lunch, we visit Phimean Akas, the Terrace of the Elephants, and
the Terrace of the Leper King.
DAY 14: Phnom Krom and the Floating Village
In
the morning, we travel to Phnom Krom for a cruise on the Tonle Sap, visiting
floating villages. After lunch, we
visit Les Artisans D’Angkor, a workshop to redevelop traditional Cambodian
artisan skills and the Western Baray.
Guests can alternatively choose to revisit their favorite temples at
leisure.
DAY 15: Shopping in Siem Reap
We
visit the handicraft markets for shopping.
Later, we transfer to airport for the onward flight.
|
Hotel Categories |
2 pax |
3-5 pax |
6-10 pax |
11-15 pax |
15+1 pax |
Single Supplement |
|
1st Class |
$2,576 |
$2,286 |
$2,017 |
$1,844 |
$1,785 |
$737 |
|
Superior |
$3,744 |
$3,453 |
$3,185 |
$3,011 |
$2,952 |
$1,628 |
|
Deluxe |
$4,184 |
$3,893 |
$3,654 |
$3,451 |
$3,394 |
$2,051 |
*** 15 + 1 FOC based on
half twin price
Services included:
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All sightseeing tour and transfer services as detailed in our itinerary,
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Hotel accommodation with daily breakfast as specified
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English speaking local guide
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All entrance fees,
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Meals: Daily breakfast at hotel, lunch and dinner at local restaurants
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Private air conditioned car
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Drinking water during sightseeing
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Arrival and departure gift
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Public liability insurance
Services not included:
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Services not mentioned in our itinerary,
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Visa fees, currently USD 20-- per person
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International airport tax, currently USD 25-- per person
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International flight tickets to Phnom Penh from Siem Reap
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Expenditure of a personal nature.
- Travel
insurance (cover against all cancellation costs, medical expenses, including
repatriation, in the event of accident of illness)
HOTELS TO BE USED:
a)1st
Class hotels
Phnom Penh: Imperial Garden Hotel
Kompong Cham: Mekong Hotel, basic hotel, best available in Kompong Cham
Kompong Thom: Stung Sen Hotel, basic hotel, best available in Kompong Thom
Siem Reap:
Hanumanalaya Boutique or Lotus Angkor Hotel.
b) Superior hotels:
Phnom Penh: Sunway or Amanjaya
Kompong Cham: Mekong Hotel, basic hotel, best available in Kompong Cham
Kompong Thom: Stung Sen
Hotel, basic hotel, best available in Kompong Thom
Siem Reap: Victoria Angkor
Hotel or La Residence d’Angkor.
c) Deluxe hotels:
Phnom Penh: Raffles Le Royal
Kompong Cham: Mekong Hotel, basic
hotel, best available in Kompong Cham
Kompong Thom: Stung Sen
Hotel, basic hotel, best available in Kompong Thom
Siem Reap: Sofitel Royal
Angkor Hotel or Hotel de La Paix or Grand Hotel d’Angkor.
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