8 DAYS DISCOVERY OF CAMBODIA

1.The weather

• Cambodia is a nature-blessed country with the tropical climate which has warm temperatures throughout the year. Dry and wet are two distinct seasons in Cambodia. While the dry season in Cambodia runs from October to April with average temperatures range from 24°C in the cooler months of October, November & December, the wet season starts from May until September, with the heaviest rainfall generally in August & September. There may certainly be some rainfall in October but it usually comes in short showers. The highest temperature can reach up to 40 degrees Celsius during midday.

2.Passport & Visa

• You will need a valid passport and a Cambodian visa to enter Cambodia. Tourist and business visas are valid for one month from the date of entry into Cambodia. Cambodia offers online visa processing.
• The Cambodian visa now may also obtain at the airports in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and at all major border crossings. Cambodian immigration officials at airports now collect fingerprints upon entry using an inkless, electronic process. The visa on arrival is valid for a 30-day stay and issued at a cost of US $30 per tourist and US$35 per business traveler.
• You must prepare:
  + A passport valid for at least 6 months from the expiry date
  + 02 recent passport-sized (4cm x 6cm) photographs
• Some nationalities are required to get a visa in advance at Royal Embassy of Kingdom of Cambodia in their country: Afghanistan, Algeria, Arab Saudi, Bangladesh, Iran, Iraq, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Sudan and Nigeria.
• On the other hand, the nationals of the Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, and Indonesia do not need a tourist visa and may stay in Cambodia for 21 and 30 days respectively.

3.Language

• In Cambodia, Khmer is known as the main language spoken by Cambodian which takes nearly 90% population of the country. The language is used in government administration, imparting education at all levels, media.
• Besides that, English, French and Vietnamese are spoken in this country also

4.Traffic and transportation:

• + Shared-taxi: Shared taxi transport is the quickest and most comfortable way to travel between destinations. The shared taxis are nearly all Toyota Camrys. Shared taxi leave when full, meaning at least five to six passengers, though once you leave the driver may pick up more people. The fares can be slightly higher but somewhat faster than buses, despite the driving can make you hair-standing. To have the whole front seat for yourself, you can pay double the standard fare and you can hire the entire taxi for around five or six times the original fare. Shared taxis usually leave from the local transport stop and there are no fixed schedules but most of them run in the morning.

• Bus: There are no bus stations or a center for you in Cambodia to check general information about schedules and fares because buses generally arrive and depart from their respective company offices. The prices are pretty affordable, starting from just $4 from Phnom Penh to Sihanoukville and $6 to Siem Reap, and are generally much of a much ness on all but the most-traveled routes. Deluxe coaches can be found on popular routes with free snacks and even onboard wi-fi.

•  Train: Trains in Cambodia are quite slow but they’re budget-friendly. A train will be the good choice for who has the time to spend on them. There are two kinds of trains – the Yellow Train and the Blue one. Both of them have the air conditioner and same price tickets and tend to leave on time, there is a slightly different in the way seating is set up between the two. Instant noodles and bottles of water are offered to your seat on request. Moreover, passengers can easily stock up on boiled eggs, cut fruits, dried fish, and drinks at the station stops, which are usually about 10 minutes each.

•  Boat: Boat is an outstanding vehicle in Cambodia which is available in some particular routes. The most popular route is Phnom Penh to Siem Reap trip. Boats run every day south along the Mekong between Phnom Penh and the Vietnamese border at Chau Doc – this can be arranged via local guesthouses. Don’t be surprised if you see plenty of overloading boats. Trips to and from Phnom Penh aren’t particularly picturesque while ones to or from Battambang are more interesting. You also should be aware that in rough weather the Tonle Sap can whip up some fierce waves.

5.Is it standard to tip in Cambodia?

• Tips are not expected in Cambodia but given that it is such a poor country, a little extra can go a long way for those in the service industry. Generally, adding 10% to bills in restaurants and rounding taxi fares up is a good way to show your appreciation. If you stay in a hotel with room service, it is a good idea to leave a dollar or two per day for the housekeeping staff and bell boys. It is also polite to leave a donation when you visit any of the Watts (temples).

6.Do’s and Don’ts in Cambodia

Do’s

• Off the beach and outside the big city nightclubs, avoid short shorts and tops that reveal cleavage.
• Dress well when visiting pagodas. Knees and shoulders should be covered and shoes, hats should be removed.
• Do ask for permissions before taking photos of people or monks.
• Do respectfully greet others by slightly bowing the head with hand pressing together at the chest (known as “Sampeah”)
• Do bow when walking in front of or passing an elder.
• Do bring a small gift to the host that you are invited to dine in a Cambodian family.
• Do cover your mouth if you use toothpick.
• Do remove shoes before entering a Cambodian home.
• Do present and accept business cards with both hands.
• Do try local specialty such as Amok and Num Bachok.

Don’ts

• Don’t point at someone with your feet or finger.
• Don’t touch on a head of Cambodian people.
• Don’t litter and plastic bags should be disposed properly.
• Women should never touch male monks or hand something directly to them.
• Never stand when talking to seated monks. It shows grave disrespect.
• Don’t touch a Buddha statue or stand on the altar.
• Never put hand on an elder’s shoulder. It is considered very rude.
• Don’t put hands in pockets while talking.
• Don’t start before the elder when eating.
• Don’t give money to beggars, especially children. Give donation on established fund of local people instead.
• Don’t give sweets to children in villages.
• Don’t purchase historical artifacts.
• Don’t take home pieces of stone from the temples and tourist sites.
• Don’t involve in narcotic drug consumption and sexual exploitation of children.

1. Homestay/local homestay: we have developed fair tourism, through contacts with the local population, the possibility of sleeping with locals and sharing their daily lives. The conditions of these accommodations that we offer you are well assured and with the best possible conditions
2. Standard Category: 2 stars. The rooms are decent, clean, equipped with bathroom, satellite TV and air conditioning.
3. Superior Category 3 stars. The rooms are generally spacious and the services and facilities are more numerous.
4. Deluxe category: 4 stars. The rooms are luxurious and spacious, with a wide choice of quality services have swimming pool, spa, Jacuzzi
5. Luxury Category: 5 stars. Hotels with excellent comfort and a wide range of excellent services. Swimming pool, spa, Jacuzzi…)

CITIES /AREAS	HOME STAY	HOTEL-STANDARD	HOTELS-SUPERIOR	HOTEL-DELUXE	HOTELS- LUXURY
SIEM REAP	Anou Home Guesthouse/Chamraoen’s Home/Sihariddh Angkor Villa	Ta Som Guest House/Mother home boutique	Central Boutique Angkor Hotel/Laniche D’Angkor Boutique/Angkor Holiday Hotel/City River/Treasure Oasis/Cheathata Angkor/Silk Angkor/The Frangipani Villa Hotel & Spa	Saem Siem Reap Hotel/Sokha Roh/Mother Home Boutique/Treasure Oasis Angkor	Hotel Somadevi Angkor Boutique & Resort/Royal Angkor Resort/Angko Micracle/Sokah Angkor/Angkor Palace Resort/Sak Mut Hotel & Spa…
PHNOM PENH	Capital Hotel	Khmer Village Guest House/Brigade Manager Hotel	Cardamon/King Grand Boutique/Town View III/River Home/Asia Tune/The Frangipani Living Arts Hotel	Ohana/Juliana/Harmony Phnom Penh/Kravan/ The Frangipani Royal Palace/Villa Langka/Iroha Garden Hotel & Resort	Sokha Phnom Penh Hotel/Palace Gate Hotel & Resort/Rose Suites/ Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Battambang	Lucky Hostel/ Por Chey/Ramchang Guesthouse	Capital Battambang Hotel	King Fy Hotel/	Battambang Resort/Bamboo Hotel/Delux Villa Hotel/	Maison Wat Kor

TRAVEL PRICE: 8 DAYS DISCOVERY OF CAMBODIA
From…. To… usd /per
Excluding international flights

Inclusion

• Private air-conditioned vehicle
• Local English speaking guide
• Accommodation with daily breakfast
• Entrance fees & permits (if have)
• Meals in the itinerary, local food or Western food upon your request (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner).
• Boat excursions
• Bottle of drinking water

Exclusion

• International flights and airport taxes
• Vietnam Visa
• Travel insurance
• Other meals which are not indicated above
• Surcharge and Compulsory dinners (if any)
• Gratuities to guides and drivers
• Personal and other expenses

Children Policy:

• Child from 0 – 4 Years old is = 50% Adult`s cost.. Sharing the same bed with parents
• Child from 5 – 11 years old = 75% Adult`s cost. Private Bed (extra Bed) within the same room as parents

Child from 12 – up = 100% Adult`s cost. Private Bed (extra Bed) within the same room as parents