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Day 1: Arrive – Phnom Penh |
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Warmly welcome at Phnom Penh International Airport, you are met and transferred
to hotel. The capital city of Phnom Penh was once considered the loveliest city
of Indochina. Despite its recent turbulent history, it still maintains
considerable charm. A city tour acquaints us with some major sights of Phnom
Penh. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are now home to the royal family
and are therefore very close to the public. At the northern area of the palace
grounds is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred shrine in the country. We visit both
structures as well as the legendary temple of Wat Phnom, which provides an
interesting view over the environs. The next stop of our trip is the National
Museum, exclusively dedicated to Khmer art and sculpture. The majority of the
exhibits are from the Angkor period from 9th to 15th centuries, but some date
from as early as the 4th century.
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Day 2: Phnom Penh – Udong Stupas – Kompong Thom – Siem Reap |
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Departure by car A/C by national road No 5 along the Tonle Sap River, on the way
visit the mosques, the fishing villages, the handicraft center of silver at
Kompong Luong, continue to Phnom Oudong (former capital), climb up to the top of
the hill of Phnom Preah Reach Trorp for visiting the ancient temple and the
numerous stupas, enjoy the splendid view in surrounding. Travel on Route 6 today
to Skuon town for a sampling of sautéed spiders-a local delicacy.
Today is a day to discover Kampong Thom – new hot tourism destination in
Cambodia:
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Sambor Prei Kuk, 30 kms north of town, is a
jungle-enclosed temple complex that receives very few tourists due to its
remote location
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Pre-Angkorian with the melding of architecture
and nature, as the brick structures here blend seamlessly with the nature
surrounding them
Break our road trip at Kapong Thom town and at a
monumental ancient stone bridge in Kampong Kdei, built by the Khmers 1,000 years
ago. Arrived in Siem Reap after a long journey, relax at your hotel.
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Day 3: Siem Reap Tour |
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After breakfast we continue to visit:
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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
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Banteay Samre: Its rose-colored sandstone walls
are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most
accomplished Angkor has to offer.
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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
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Srah Srang - The Royal Baths" was once used for
ritual bathing
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Banteay Kdei (surrounded by four concentric
walls).
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Day 4: Siem Reap Tour |
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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. We will visit:
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The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th
century)
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The South Gate, Bayon Temple- unique for its 54
towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
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The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
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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 before transfer to your hotel.
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Day 5: Siem Reap – Departure |
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We embark on Ox cart to visiting the Khmer Village and enjoy view of the rice
field and a lots of palm trees with great fresh air. We board on boat in Tonle
Sap Lake. Here, enjoy a brief cruise past floating villages complete with
schools, restaurants, and hospitals.
Transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure to next destination. Say goodbye to
your Cambodian guide and driver.
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