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MAGIC OF CAMBODIA
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CAP 03 |
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Routes: |
Phnom Penh - Siem Reap -
Angkor Temples - Tonle Sap Lake
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Duration: |
5 Days |
Itinerary in brief
Day 1 : ARRIVAL - PHNOM PENH
Day 2 : PNOM PENH - SIEM REAP - ANGKOR
TEMPLES
Day 3 : SIEM REAP -
ANGKOR TEMPLES
Day 4 : SIEM REAP - PHNOM PENH
Day 5 : PHNOM PENH -
DEPARTURE
Beginning and ending in
Phnom Penh, this trip explores some major sights
of the capital city and the infamous 'killing
fields of Choeung Ek . A flight to Siem Reap
from here, we'll visit what is regarded as one
of the world's greatest archaeological
monuments, the magnificent Angkor temple
complexes.
Detail Itinerary
DAY 1: ARRIVAL -
PHNOM PENH
Morning arrival
at Phnom Penh Airport. Transfer to your hotel (room
may not be ready until begining afternoon). With your
professional guide and prived car we start to visit Phnom
Penh . Situated at the confluence of the Mekong and
Tonle Sap Rivers, the Cambodia's capital city look like a
big village - town where French colonial influences can
still be seen in old buildings restored. We will first go to
see
Wat Phnom Temple.Then we will visit the Royal Palace
and the Silver Pagoda . The Palace is a magnificent
example of Khmer architecture, it was built in 1866. You
will see the Throne Hall and the Napoleon III Pavilion.
Silver Pagoda is one of the richest shrines in the world
. The floor is made of 5.000 silver tiles.
Afternoon, visit of the National Museum, a Khmer red
pavilion, which is dedicated to Khmer art and sculpture. The
majority are from the Angkor period (9th to 15th century),
and some from the 4th century. Overnight in Phnom Penh
DAY 2: PNOM
PENH - SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES
An early morning transfer to
airport for flight to Siem Reap. This town is
our base for exploring the world famous temples
of the ancient city Angkor, which was the
capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 AD
to 1350 AD. After checking into hotel, we drive
to the archeological area to visit the South
Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its
series of colossal human faces carved in stone,
the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal
Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and
the Terrace of Leper King. The largest as well
as most complete structure of Angkor Wat is not
to be missed. We stroll around this massive
monument, exploring the many galleries with
columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and
ponds full of water reflecting the towering
temple. O/N in Siem Reap. (B)
DAY 3:
SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES
The jungle covered temple of Ta
Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous
fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace
themselves in the stone foundations of the
structure giving the impression of man's
creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces
of nature. We explore this masterpiece as well
as some of the surrounding temples including
Banteay Kdei, Sra Srong, Ta Keo, Thommanon and
Chau Say Tevado. The grand circuit with Preah
Khan, Kravan, Neak Pean, Krol Ko, Ta Som, East
Mebon and Pre Rup Temples, is also visited this
afternoon before we ascend Phnom Bakheng Hill
for an incredible view of the sunset over these
sandstone monuments. O/N in Siem Reap. (B)
DAY 4: SIEM
REAP - PHNOM PENH
Heading out of town we embark
on an express boat navigating on the Tonle Sap
River to Phnom Penh. The cruise is long; however
the picturesque scenery changing along the way
makes for an interesting journey. On arrival in
Phnom Penh we enjoy a half day city tour, seeing
the Tuol Sleng Museum with its disturbing
account of Pol Pot's reign of terror and the
notorious 'Killing Fields' of Choeung Ek. We
also have time exploring one of the city's most
vibrant markets, Psar Toul Tom Pong, all called
the "Russian Market", which sells a wide array
of local goods and handicrafts. An ideal way of
spending your last evening in Cambodia is to
relax in a cafe by the riverfront. O/N in Phnom
Penh. (B)
DAY 5:
PHNOM PENH - DEPARTURE
There is a free time for your
own exploration of the city and wandering around
the shopping areas. The trip ends after your
transfer to Pochentong Airport for departure.
(B)
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HOTELS USED ON THIS TOUR
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CITY/ AREA
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Standard
Class
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First Class
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Superior Class
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Phnom Penh
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Diamond hotel,
Princess hotel, La Parranda hotel, Queen hotel |
Juliana hotel ,
Bayon hotel, Monorom Holiday Villa, |
Cambodiana hotel ,
Royal Phnom Penh hotel , Sunway hotel |
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Siem Reap
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Salina hotel, Neak
Pean hotel, Nokor Phnom hotel, |
City Royal hotel,
Angkor hotel,Ta Prohm hotel, City Angkor hotel |
Angkor Century
hotel, Apsara Angkor hotel |
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HOTEL NOTESS
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