Overview
This overland trip captures the grandeur of historical kingdoms and the beautiful countryside, offers a glimpse back in time to a powerful empire: verdant jungle ruins, stunning carvings, and majestic architectural achievements. The celebrated temples of Angkor are Cambodia's greatest tourist attraction, where time stopped long time ago, and where you will be captivated by the ancient power of Khmer empire and the beauty of its ruins.
Itinerary
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Day 1: Phnom Penh Arrival
On arrival at Phnom Penh Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. 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. Our first destination will start at Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda, located within the grounds of the Royal Palace. The Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. We will end up for today at the legendary temple of Wat Phnom which recites the history of Phnom Penh’s name. Overnight in Phnom Penh
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh
Silver Pagoda
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Tonle Bati – Phnom Penh
After breakfast, we continue to visit Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious ‘Killing Fields’ of Choeung Ek. A visit to these two sights provides a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. Heading out about 45 km to the south through countryside for visiting to the Tonle Bati with to explore Ta Prohm and Prasat Yeay Peo Temple. You will also visit weaving villages before return to your hotel. Overnight in Phnom Penh
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Day 3: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham - Kampong Thom
The overland expedition begins as we departure for the town and pass through Cambodia’s biggest growing rubber area to Kampong Cham. The deep contrast of lush vegetation and red surface of basaltic soil is incredible all along the way. On arrival in Kampong Cham we visit the beautiful French colonial architecture and Wat Nokhor containing the ancient temple and modern style pagoda. The following destination of our trip is Kangpong Thom. Along the way we make a stop at Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei, two hills whose names were translated as the 'man hill' and the 'woman hill'. Then continue the road to Kampong Thom for overnight.
Overnight in Kampong Thom
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampong Thom
Kampong Cham
Day 4: Kampong Thom – Siem Reap
An early morning start to drive to the archeological sight of Sambor Prei Kuk, which is dotted with hundred pre-angkor styled temples. The road conditions are poor, but the spectacular scenery of this ancient ruin, with a mixture of temples and forest, makes the hardship all worthwhile. We continue travelling by roads to Siem Reap, passing the charming Khmer countryside. The town of Siem Reap is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the ancient city Angkor, which is home for the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire dating from 802 AD to 1350 AD. This stunning and extensive site sprawls through the dense jungle, over an area of 60 square miles. Overnight in Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Siem Reap
Day 5: Rolous Group – Banteay Srei
Breakfast at hotel
Start your visit to Rolous Group; Bakhong, Preah Ko & Lolei temple. Then continue to visit Banteay Samre. Your final visit tothe famous Banteay Srei Temple (10th century), regarded as the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art. On the way back stop at Pradark village, where you will see the villagers making sugar palm, handicraft for selling to tourist. It’s a nice chance for you to see the local people living at the country side with their struggling for daily life. Overnight in Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Rolous Group
Day 6: Siem Reap - Angkor Thom - Angkor Wat
Breakfast at hotel.Continue your visit to 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 the Leper King & Ta Prohm. Continue to visit the World Heritage Site; seeing the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat. We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. Overnight at hotel
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap
Angkor Wat Towers
Day 7: Siem Reap – Departure
Free & leisure at hotel until transfer to Siem Reap Airport for departure to next destination.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: N/A
Angkor Wat
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