Angkor to the Coast: A Cambodian Tapestry
Private Touring
- Flexible Dates
- 24-Hour Local Assistance
- Flexible Itinerary
- Upgrade Accommodation
- Local Guide Service
- Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
Itinerary
Driver and guide welcome you at the airport and drive you to the hotel in the city center (rooms are available from 2pm).
Meal Plan: No Meal
Today morning is dedicated to the discovery of Angkor masterpiece. To travel around the temples complex, no better meaning than a good local tuk-tuk . Let's explore Angkor Wat , easily the most famous and best-preserved of all temples within the Angkor complex. It is a massive three-tiered structure crowned by five lotus-like towers rising 65 meters from ground level. We also see the Ta Prohm Temple , unlike most other Angkor temples, has been left just it was when rediscovered: a photogenic and atmospheric maze of trees growing out of temple ruins amid jungle surroundings, making it one of Angkor's most popular temples with visitors. Enjoy a nice lunch in local restaurant near Srah Srang.
In the afternoon we visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom , surrounded by an 8m high wall. Angkor Thom was the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire during the reign of Jayavarman VII. We continue to Bayon Temple in the exact center of the city. This 12th century masterpiece is a study in grandeur, its exterior gallery walls featuring extensive, superb bas-reliefs, particularly the East and South Galleries. The trip to Bakheng Temple will reward you with a spectacular sunset over the Angkor Archaeological Park and its surroundings.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Breakfast at hotel. The day is free for your own arrangement. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Easy morning, we hit the road after breakfast for an about 3-hour journey to Battambang, a rich agricultural province considered as the bowl of rice of Cambodia. Arrive Battambang, check in hotel, free at leisure. Overnight in Battambang.
Optional service: Public boat to Battambang
Transfer by boat from Siem Reap to Battambang across the Tonle Sap lake. The ride takes you across beautiful sceneries, it lasts about 6 hours during the high waters season, 9 hours when waters are low.
Note: In wet season (August to November) the boat trip takes around 7-9 hours but in dry season (December to July) the trip could take around 10-12 hours and may be cancelled due to low water level.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
This morning we first head for a visit to the local market. This will give you an overview of the large array of products cultivated across the province. The rest of the morning will see you ride a bamboo platform train , quite fun activity, and give you a pre-taste of Angkorian temples at Wat Ek Phnom temple. In the afternoon, we go visit the one and only vineyard and winery of Cambodia before ending on the heights of Phnom Sampeau mount to enjoy a scenic view over the countryside. We are back at the hotel in the afternoon. End of the day at leisure.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Today we drive to Phnom Penh, It is an approximate 5-hour drive from Battambang to reach Phnom Penh. En route we stop around the Pursat province. A first time to embark on the Tonle Sap lake and explore Kompong Luong Floating Village. A second time to visit the potters of the region and discover their incredible talent at making ceramic products in Kampong Chhnang. We arrive in Phnom Penh in the late afternoon, check-in at the hotel and evening at leisure. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Today, let's discover the classics of Phnom Penh and go beyond to unveil some lesser known corners of the city. We start in the morning with the visit of the National Museum and the silver Pagoda / Royal Palace (please note that long pants and slits are required). We then head to the central market, explore its colorful stalls and taste several of the numerous street food dishes offered around. An insightful way to have lunch and to live a slice of pure local life. In the afternoon we go visit the Genocide Museum. A very interesting visit, that can be heartbreaking somehow, but that allows to better understand contemporary Cambodia and to keep us aware of how horrible and inhumane the past can be. To chill out and decompress, we suggest ending the day in style with a nice walk along the Mekong and a cocktail at Le Moon rooftop lounge with a scenic view over the River. Evening at leisure. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch
Morning at leisure until the driver picks you up and drives you to Cardamom Mountains. You are welcomed upon arrival and transferred to the heart of the wild Cardamom Mountains. It is an approximate 4 hours drive to the North and the lands of the Trapeang Rung's community. Freshen up at the lodge's lounge before embarking for the hour's trip over the Preak Tachan River to the hidden Cardamom Tented Camp. Make yourself comfortable into your private safari-style tent. The remaining time of the day, you may follow the guide on an exploratory hike in the jungle around the camp. The diversity of the fauna will amaze you.
Later on, chill at the riverside restaurant as the sun sets over Botum Sakor. Dinner and overnight at Cardamom Tented Camp.
Meal Plan: Breakfast and Dinner
After an early breakfast, Wildlife Alliance Rangers will meet us and together with an English speaking guide embark on patrol over a network of abandoned poaching and logging trails through the dense forest. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife, like Macaque, Gibbon or Hornbill. The half day trip will stop by the Ranger Station, where confiscated snares, traps and improvised hunting rifles are on display. After taking lunch at the station, use one of the kayaks, or hike back to the camp.
Dinner and overnight at Cardamom Tented Camp
Meal Plan: Breakfast lunch and Dinner
After breakfast, transfer from hotel in Sihanouk Ville pier. Then, take the speed ferry to Koh Rong. Overnight in Koh Rong Island.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Koh Rong Island.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Koh Rong Island.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Rest of the day at your leisure. Overnight in Koh Rong Island.
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Rest of the day at your leisure until going by shared speed boat back to mainland. Our driver will wait for you and be transferred to Phnom Penh Airport. We wish you have a good flight. End of services!
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Inclusions
- Accommodation in twin/double room with daily breakfast at the below indicated room types (see hotel category list below) (check-in and check-out around noontime).
- Boat trip - as per program.
- All transfers and transportation with Air-Con vehicles (types of vehicles depend on the number of pax):
For Cambodia
o1-2pax: car of 4 seats Toyota Highlander.
o3-5pax: van of 8 seats (Hyundai Starex).
o6-12pax: bus of 25 seats.
- Local ENGLISH speaking guides.
- All entrance fees - as per program.
- 02 bottles of mineral water per person per day on bus - on days of transfer and sightseeing only.
- Government tax and service charge.
Exclusions
- Early check-in or late check-out
- Optional excursions and activities
- Airfares (international and domestic)
- Drinks
- Meals (other than mentioned in the program)
- Additional transfer required due to any emergency situation
- Tips
- Visa - as per country requirements
- All not mentioned above
- Mineral water beyond that which is supplied
- Peak season surcharges if any
- Items of a personal nature (Phone calls, laundry, beverages, etc.)
- Personal Insurance
Notes
Hotels used or similar
Standard
Siem Reap - New Riverside Hotel (Superior Room)
Battambang - Classy Hotel & Spa (Superior Room)
Phnom Penh - Check Inn Phnom Penh Royal Palace (Joyful Room)
Koh Kong - Long Set Resort (Deluxe Double Garden View Room)
Superior
Siem Reap - Saem Siemreap Hotel (Deluxe Room)
Battambang - Bambu Battambang Hotel (Standard Room)
Phnom Penh - Duong Chan Hotel (Superior Room)
Koh Kong - The Secret Garden Koh Rong (Twin/Double with Garden View Room)
Notes to ponder:
-The tour prices are based on our current transportation rates. Increasing petrol rates might affect our transportation and boat fees, in which case we reserve the right to revise our current rates. If any increase should arise we will of course keep you well informed.
-Please note that if a certain hotel is not available at the time of booking, then we will gladly make alternative suggestions in the same category. We will advise you accordingly with the surcharge if any. As a result, we would highly appreciate it if you could advise us to block rooms soonest possible to guarantee the rooms and rates in period of high and peak season.
-All the above points of interest are open for visit based on current updates. In case of closure for construction or any other reason, we will replace with a similar point of interest.
-No early check in or late checkout is included except those indicated in the program. Generally, the check in time is 14.00pm and check out time is 12.00pm.
-Visas into Cambodia is required except for countries who have signed the visa exemption contracts.
-Remarks: Passport must be valid 6 months ahead since the time of departing the visited country.
-Compulsory dinners on Dec 24th (Christmas), Dec 31st (New Year) and applicable public holiday event within your host country will be advised at time of booking.
Rate mentioned are “starting from” rates and may change based on the actual travel dates and due to the increase in fuel rates, entrance fees as well as cost of meals at restaurants.
