Code tour : Cambodia Tour 04
Start City: Siem Reap City / End City: Phnom Penh City
Highlight of trip: Explore the ancient capital city of Angkor Thom, covering Bayon, Baphuon, Terrace of the Leper King, Terrace of the Elephants, etc. Admire Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Visit Banteay Srei hidden in the deep jungle. Enjoy a city tour to Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Royal Palace, etc., in Phnom Penh.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: Siem Reap Arrival
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Welcome to Siem Reap! Upon arrival, meet up with the tour guide at Siem Reap International Airport. Then, your will be transferred to the hotel for check-in. The rest of the day is free at your own leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 2: Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat
Meals: B
Today, begin your exploration of the remains of Khmer Empire that once ruled much of Southeast Asia. Angkor served as the seat of the empire.
In the morning, tour the ancient capital city of Angkor Thom. First on the agenda is Ta Prohm. Huge silk-cotton trees and strangler figs grow over, around, and through the ancient stone blocks. The temple would make you feel as if you are in an adventure movie set.
Then, visit Banteay Kdei, a kind of smaller version of Ta Prohm. Continue to Victory Gate, Terrace of the Leper King, Royal Palace, Baphuon Temple and Bayon Temple. Bayon sets itself apart with its 200 smiling faces, sure to make you feel welcomed. With winding tunnels, chambers, and climbs, Bayon offers many exciting moments to keep your camera busy.
In the afternoon, head to visit Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Angkor Wat possesses some of the longest and most intricate stone carvings. Spend the afternoon fully exploring the passages, levels, and chambers that once housed many treasures of the flourishing kingdom. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 3: Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, Banteay Srei
Flight: Domestic flight is on Vietnam Catholic Tour's arrangement
Meals: B
In the morning, head towards the deep jungle to visit Banteay Srei. The temple is carved from red sandstone, a medium that lends itself to elaborate wall carvings, which are well preserved to this day.
After the tour, the guide will transfer you to the airport for a flight to Phnom Penh. Upon arrival, your guide will pick you up and escort you to the hotel. The rest of the day is for leisure on your own. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 4: Phnom Penh City Highlights
Meals: B
Start the day with a Tuk-tuk ride to visit the Silver Pagoda which is decorated with about 5000 silver tiles on the floor and the Royal Palace where the Khmer royal family lives. After that, tour the National Museum where you can see a large collection of Khmer history, arts and architecture.
In the afternoon, head straight to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum to delve into the sad past of Khmer people. Accompanied by the knowledgeable guide, you will see the exhibitions in the museum and then pay a visit to Choueng Ek Memorial, a pagoda constructed out of over 8000 human skulls excavated from the Killing Fields.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 5: Phnom Penh Departure
Flight: International flight on your own arrangement or upon request
Meals: B
Today, enjoy your leisure time until the guide transfer you to the airport. Hope you have a nice trip home and look forward to traveling with you again!
End of service.
Service Inclusions:
• Flight tickets with airport tax as listed in above itinerary.
• Entrance fee and sightseeing as listed in the itinerary.
• Private English speaking tour guide service.
• Private van for land transportation with cold drinking water and soft drink provided in the car.
• Meals as listed in the itinerary (B for breakfast, L for lunch and D for dinner.
Service Exclusions:
• International air tickets.
• Visa Handling fee, visa stamp fee.
• Meals do not listed in itinerary.
• Insurance, gratuities and personal expenses.
• Tipping for guide, driver and hotel bell boys, etc.
• Surcharge for public holidays (if any).
• Services not stated in the itinerary.
Stay at:
Siem Reap(2 nights)
Phnom Penh(2 nights)
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