Day 1 - Arrival In Siem Reap
Welcome to Siem Reap. Upon arrival, you will be met at the airport by your guide. The guide will assist you to transfer to your hotel for check-in. Please note standard check-in time is at 14:00. Spend the rest of the as you like.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 2 - Siem Reap
Post breakfast, we'll pick you up from your hotel at 8:00am for a full-day tour. Our first stop will be the South Gate, where you'll see massive statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk. From there, we'll explore Angkor Thom, the ancient capital built in the late 12th century. Then, we'll head to Bayon temple, famous for its 54 towers adorned with more than 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara. Baphuon, an artificial mountain that recently underwent years of restoration, is another must-see attraction. You'll also get to visit the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace, and the Terrace of the Leper King before heading to Ta Prohm temple. This temple, built in the late 12th to early 13th centuries, is now known as the location where the Tomb Raider movie was filmed.
For lunch, we'll treat you to a Khmer feast at a local restaurant. Afterward, we'll continue to the magnificent Angkor Wat Temple, the largest religious monument in the world and the most revered temple in Angkor park. Inside the temple, you'll be amazed by the stunning stone carvings and bas-reliefs that adorn the walls. Your guide will share stories about the exquisite details and give you plenty of time to explore both the inner and outer grounds of the temple. We'll wrap up the tour by returning you to your hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 3 - Siem Reap
After breakfast, we'll start the tour at 8:30am with a visit to the Angkor National Museum, which houses a collection of Angkorian artifacts and is dedicated to their preservation, presentation, and study. Most of the items on display date from the 9th to 14th centuries, the period of the Khmer Empire's Angkor era. After exploring the museum, your guide will take you back in time to the first Angkorian capital, Bakong. This temple-mountain complex, surrounded by a picturesque moat and lush vegetation, represents a grand application of the architectural formula. You'll also have the opportunity to experience a special Buddhist tradition by receiving a monk's blessing at a local pagoda.
In the afternoon, we'll head to Tonle Sap Lake to explore the floating village and its various activities, such as crocodile farming, fishing farms, traditional medicine shops, boat shops, spirit houses, and floating schools. Then, we'll visit Artisans D' Angkor, a local artisan boutique that supports Cambodian arts and crafts. Here, you'll learn how wood and stone carvings, lacquering, gilding, and silk paintings are created.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4 - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh
Today, you'll be traveling to Phnom Penh City after breakfast and our guide will transfer you from the bus station or airport to your hotel for check-in. Please note that the check-in time is at 14:00. In the afternoon, we'll start your tour by visiting the Central Market, which dates back to 1937 during the French colonial period. Here, you can find a variety of items such as gold and silver jewelry, electronic equipment, clothing, fake watches and bags, suitcases, dried and fresh food, and souvenirs.
Next, we'll head to Wat Lanka, one of the oldest pagodas in Phnom Penh, where you can learn about the local Buddhist traditions and admire the beautiful architecture of the temple.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 5 - Phnom Penh
After breakfast, embark on a discovery tour of Phnom Penh with your driver and guide who will meet you at 8:00am. Gain insights into Cambodia's recent dark history by visiting the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school that was converted into a detention center during the Khmer Rouge regime. Equally harrowing are the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, which are tough but important visits for learning about the country's history.
In the afternoon, we'll visit the Russian Market, which is the largest in Cambodia and offers a wide range of items such as carvings, jewelry, clothes, and souvenirs. Then we'll head to Wat Phnom, a beautiful hilltop temple with manicured gardens, where you can enjoy the peaceful surroundings and learn about the local Buddhist traditions. Lastly, we'll visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, named for the 5,000 silver tiles that cover the pagoda's floor. The Silver Pagoda is known for its collection of gold, silver, crystal, and bronze Buddha statues.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 6 - Phnom Penh - Sihanouk Vile - Koh Rong Island
After enjoying breakfast, you will be picked up by a private vehicle (driver only) to transfer to Sihanoukville city in Cambodia. The duration of the journey will depend on the traffic, but it usually takes around 3 hours. Once you arrive in Sihanoukville, you will board a speedboat to Koh Rong, which takes approximately 40 minutes (please note that the last schedule of the speedboat is around 1:00 PM, but this is subject to change depending on the resort's fixed schedule). Sihanoukville is a beautiful place with white sand beaches and warm Gulf of Thailand waters, perfect for a tropical getaway. You can unwind by the beach, savor fresh seafood from the ocean, and engage in activities like snorkeling or scuba diving, or simply relax and chill out.
Overnight in Koh Rong.
Day 7 - Koh Rong
Enjoy a delicious breakfast at the hotel, and then the rest of the day is yours to spend at your leisure.
Overnight in Koh Rong.
Day 8 - Koh Rong - Sihanouk Vile - Phnom Penh Departure
After enjoying your last breakfast at the hotel, your driver will meet you to help with your luggage and transfer you to the airport for your departure flight. The drive takes approximately 5 hours, depending on traffic conditions. If your flight departs from Phnom Penh city, please allow for the 5-hour drive time and plan your flight for after 17:00. Please note that the earliest boat from the island departs at 9:00 am, and if you take this option, your driver will transfer you directly to Phnom Penh.
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