CAMBODIA: PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP 5 DAYS
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CAMBODIA: PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP 5 DAYS
DAY 1 PHNOM PENH ARRIVAL
Upon arrival at Phnom Penh international airport, process immigration procedure (visa on arrival costs US$ 30
without any pre-arranged visa guarantee letter or obtain in advance via www.evisa.gov.kh), then get your luggage and walk straight to the Exit Gate where our guide & driver are waiting. You’ll transfer directly around 15mins to the hotel in the city center for check in (check in time is 2pm). Time to fresh-up and relax at hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
DAY 2 PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR (B)
Morning start trip by private vehicle with our guide for full day tour and the ride via Sihanouk & the Sothearos Blvd passes the main Phnom Penh’s highlight spots including; Independence Monument, Building of Naga World Casino & Chaktomuk Conference Hall before reach visit destination.
We’ll visit either The Royal Palace or The National Museum. We keep moving and walking to visit nearby, Ounalom Pagoda, situated in the Corner Sothearos, lies in front of the Tonle Sap River. It is one of the most significant pagodas featuring Cambodian Buddhism in comprises of the country's religious establishment, here also where the top monk of the nation resides. In the earlier years, this pagoda served as the library of the Buddhist Institute.
Then heading to Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum or also known as prison number “S-21”. From 1975-1979, Formerly a school building, S-21 the site served as an interrogation and extermination center, operated by the regime of “Democratic Kampuchea”, commonly known as the “Khmer Rouge regime. Prisoners were systematically tortured and murdered on site or on the killing field of Cheung Ek. At last, we stop Phsar Toul Tom Phuong “Russian Market” where you could find a wide array of souvenirs, clothing & other goods.
At noon, we’ll visit Phsar Thmey,
The Central Market, a large market constructed in 1937 in the shape of a dome with four arms branching out into vast hallways with countless stalls of goods. The four wings of this gigantic yellow dome are teeming with stalls that sell goods ranging from gold and silver, antique coins, money exchange, books, flowers, food, fabrics, shoes, souvenirs, seafood and countless other products. Newt, we head to visit Wat Phnom “Mountain Pagoda” is a Buddhist temple that symbolizes the name of Phnom Penh, located on the hill. According to
legend, the first pagoda on this site was erected in 1372 to house four statues of Buddha deposited here by the waters of the Mekong River and discovered by Lady Penh. Wat Phnom is the most popular place for local people come to play healthy spot or praying for their good luck as well as admire the sundown. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
DAY 3 PHNOM PENH – SHUTTLE BUS TO SIEM REAP (B)
In morning or noon, our driver will pick you up and transfer to bus station for you to catch a public bus to Siem
Reap (314km - 6hrs drive). Meet our driver on arrival and you’ll transfer direct to check in at hotel and relax.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
DAY 4 ANGKOR EXPLORATION (B)
08:30am enjoy a full day tour with our local English-speaking-guide & driver at Angkor World Heritage Site covers the most impressive and stunning temples in the country, the Heart & Soul of Cambodia!
Begin a trip to avoid the crow by visiting to Ta Prohm - The Ancestor Brama & Jungle Temple, famously known as the Tomb Raider temple. Most of this temple is covered by gigantic trees that have grown over the ancient structures for over 600 years. Ta Prohm has been left untouched by archaeologists except for the clearing of a path for visitors and structural strengthening to stave off further deterioration.
After Ta Prohm, head on over to Ta Keo, one of the biggest temples built during the Khmer Empire and it was built a couple of hundred years before Angkor Wat temple. Then visit the ruined Ta Nei temple that’s hidden in the jungle. Continue your trip to the Victory Gate of Angkor Thom where you will be welcomed by the four smiling faces of the King Jayavarman VII in the form of Buddha accompanied by gods and demons. This is a truly amazing sight. Enter through the gates to discover the impressive Angkor Thom temple complex (the Great City of King Jayavarman VII between 1181 – 1220 AD). The area consists of the Elephant Terrace, Leper King, Preah Paleilay, Ancient Royal Palace, Phimean Akas, Baphoun, and Bayon.
Afternoon, you’ll visit to the World Heritage Site; the biggest Buddhist temple on the World. seeing the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat and stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. If time permitted, we go to view sunset from where possible before return to hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
DAY 5 TONLE SAP LAKE (FLOATING VILLAGE) – AIRPORT DEPARTURE (B)
In the morning, you visit a Floating Village either Kampong Phluk Village or Chhong Khnease Village.
• Kampong Phluk Floating Village, located at 33 km at north-south of Siem Reap. The villages are primarily Khmer and have about 3000 inhabitants between them. Flooded mangrove forest surrounds the area and is home to a variety of wildlife including crab-eating macaques.
During the dry season when the lake is low (March – July), the buildings in the villages seem to soar atop their 6-meter stilts exposed by the lack of water. At this time of year many of the villagers move out onto the lake and build temporary houses. In the wet season when water level rises (Aug – February), the villagers move back to their permanent houses on the floodplain, the stilts now hidden under the water. Kampong Phluk's economy is, as one might expect, based in fishing, primary in shrimp harvesting.
• Chhong Khneas Boat Docks, located about 15 kilometres at South of Siem Reap town. Arrive the port, then
embark on a traditional wooden boat and start cruising on the Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia’s biggest natural water body, one of the largest fresh-water in South Asia and its home to one of the World’s most diverse ecosystems. The experience on boat is wonderful as you’ll pass by floating village, shops, schools, restaurants, Post office, mostly seeing friendly children in their small boats going to or return from school and fishermen doing their daily life. You also have chance to view romantic sunrise or sunset if you come early in morning or late afternoon.
If time permitted at end of tours, you have free time for shopping at "Les Artisans D`Angkor - Chantiers Ecoles", this center works with young artisans; the team creates, produce and market a unique collection of ornamental sculpture, lacquer, silk weaving and silk painting.
Afternoon, private transfer to Siem Reap international airport for connecting flight home or next destination!
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$410/ Per person
