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8 Days Cambodia Exploration Tour

Duration: 8Days
Destinations:
Phnom Penh - Battambang - Siem Reap
Departure date:
As You Prefer
Tour code: ICTG-CB04
Tour Highlights
  • Cambodia Exploration
  • Battambang
  • Jungle
  • Cross Tonle Sap Lake
Daily Itinerary
Day 1 Arrival in Phnom PenhPick-up & Hotel Check-in

Meet you at airport, transfer to downtown about 20 minutes.

Visit Royal Palace, which is the residence of the King and Queen; it is set back from the riverfront, but in clear view of the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers.

Silver Pagoda, it is floored with over 5000 silver tiles each weighing 1 kilogram. It is famous for its 90kg solid gold Buddha made in 1907 with accompanying Emerald Buddha.

Russian Market, which is probably the city's best source of objets d'ar.

Day 2-3 Phnom Penh - BattambangTransfer by vehicle ( Breakfast )

Morning departure from Phnom Penh to Battambang by vehicle about 6 hours.

On the way, step to Krar Kor for a walk by boat in the town floattant. Then, stop in a town of potiers of the region of Kompong Chhnang, of which the name means "Lay Potteries".

Battambang preserved the characteristic architecture of the provincial capitals of the ex-indochine, alternating colonial neighborhoods, Chinese compartments grouped around the market and khmer houses some drinks, perched on of high piles and surround by orchards. Ascension of the hill of Phnom Banon, of which the sanctuaries are one of the high places of the khmer identity. buried in the luxurious vegetation. On the way, stop to the pagoda of Vat Sla Ket, Residence of the road course.

Day 4 Battambang - Siem ReapTransfer by boat ( Breakfast )

Departure for Siem Reap by boat (about 6-7 hours), if the level of waters allows it, or by the road. With the passing of the river Sangker, discovered towns floating and fishing techniques ancestral. 

Crossed immense Lake Tonlé Sap: this true internal sea, of which believed it annual rule the life of the khmer people, was classified reserves boisphère by the unesco in 1997 because of the unbelievable variety of his ecosystem. 

Arrived in Siem Reap at the end of the day, and then transfer to your hotel.

Day 5 Siem Reap( Breakfast )

Visit Angkor Wat. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and it is the country's prime attraction for visitors.

Later enjoy the spectacular sunset at Phnom Bakheng and overlook the magnificent whole Angkor Wat. Located at the top of Bakheng Hill, it is nowadays a popular tourist spot for sunset views and photography of the much bigger temple Angkor Wat.

Day 6 Siem Reap( Breakfast )

Ankor Thom lies on the right bank of the Siem Reap River. The south gate of Angkor Thom is 7.2 km north of Siem Reap, and 1.7 km north of the entrance to Angkor Wat. The walls, 8m high and flanked by a moat, are each 3 km long, enclosing an area of 9 km².

Bayon, the most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and massive stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. 

Neak Pean is an artificial island with a Buddhist temple on a circular island in Preah Khan Baray. It is the "Mebon" of the Preah Khan baray. 

Preah Khan has been left largely unrestored, with numerous trees and other vegetation growing among the ruins.

Day 7 Siem Reap( Breakfast )

Morning drive to visit Banteay Srei. It is located at 25 km (16 mi) northeast of the main group of temples. It is built largely of red sandstone, a medium that lends itself to the elaborate decorative wall carvings which are still observable today.

Afternoon visit Ta Prohm. The photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings have made it one of Angkor's most popular temples with visitors.

Banteay Kdei, meaning "A Citadel of Chambers", also known as "Citadel of Monks' cells".

Day 8 Siem ReapDeparture ( Breakfast )
Free at old market until you go to airport to your next destinations.
Package Details
Tour Package Includes:
  • Private transfer (air-conditioned vehicle) as listed in itinerary;
  • Entrance fee to all scenic spots listed in itinerary;
  • Local English speaking tour guide in each city as programmed;
  • 3-star hotels with daily breakfast in each city as programmed;
  • Meals at local restaurants as indicated (Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner);
  • Domestic Airfare and airport tax;
  • Daily bottle of mineral water;
  • Service charge and government tax.
Tour Package Excludes:
  • International flights of arrival & departure;
  • Optional meals/attractions/activities/tours;
  • Travel assurance & Personal assurance
             (Better to purchase on your own in your country);
  • Tips for tour guides and drivers;
  • VISA fees;
  • Personal expenses;
  • Others not mentioned.