CAMBODIA TOUR OF HERITAGE – 7 DAYS
Itinerary: Royal Palace -Silver pagoda-Tonle Bati- Toul Sleng Genocide Museum – Killing Fields Kampong Cham-Kampong Thom-Angkor Thom – Bayon & Baphuon temples – Angkor Wat-Ta Prohm Tample-Tonle Sap Lake
Tour code: XSEC 0027 - Cambodia highlights
Highlights:
- Visit Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
- Toul Sleng Genocide Museum and Killing Fields
- Kompong Cham - Kompong Thom
- Exploring Siem Reap's temples
- Study the fantastic bas reliefs of Angkor Wat, depicting scenes of Hindu mythology
- Sunset at Phnom Bakheng Hill
- Get an experience of daily life on Tonle Sap Lake of local people
Overview
With 7 days tour promise to give you a ton of new feeling and interesting surprises. From the World Heritage Site Angkor Wat to the historical places in Phnom Penh, where you will see the crime of the Khmer Rouge, surely this will be the best journey in your lifetime. Follow us, check the itinerary and take a trip right now!
Tour summary:
- Day 1: Arrival – Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tours at Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda
- Day 2: Phnom Penh sightseeing Tours to Tonle Bati - Toul Sleng Genocide Museum and Killing Fields (B)
- Day 3: Phnom Penh tours to Kompong Cham - Kompong Thom (B)
- Day 4: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap (B)
- Day 5: Angkor Wat Sightseeing Tours at Angkor Thom and Bayon Temples (B)
- Day 6: Angkor Wat Sightseeing Tours at Ta Prohm Temple (B)
- Day 7: Siem Reap Package Tours to Tonle Sap Lake – Departure (B)
DAY 1: ARRIVAL - PHNOM PENH SIGHTSEEING TOURS AT ROYAL PALACE AND SILVER PAGODA
Private driver & tour guide
On arrival at Po Chen Tong Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. The capital city of 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. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are now home to the royal family and are therefore very close to the public. At the northern area of the palace grounds is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred temple in the country. We also climb up a small hill to visit the legendary Wat Phnom and enjoy a fantastic view over the surrounding areas. O/N in Phnom Penh.
(Check-in time is 14.00 PM, early check-in is not included in itinerary and subject to availability).
Meals: No
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Phnom Penh
A city tour acquaints us with some major sights of Phnom Penh. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are now home to the royal family and are therefore very close to the public. At the northern area of the palace grounds is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred temple in the country. We also climb up a small hill to visit the legendary Wat Phnom and enjoy a fantastic view over the surrounding areas. O/N in Phnom Penh.
(Check-in time is 14.00 PM, early check-in is not included in itinerary and subject to availability).
Meals: No
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Phnom Penh
DAY 2: PHNOM PENH SIGHTSEEING TOURS TO TONLE BATI - TOUL SLENG GENOCIDE MUSEUM AND KILLING FIELDS (B)
Private driver & guide
The sightseeing tour of Phnom Penh begins with a visit to the National Museum, which is dedicated exclusively to Khmer art and sculpture. The majority of the exhibits are from the Angkor period from 9th to 15th century, but some date from as early as the 4th century.
We continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Toul Tom Pong, all called the “Russian Market” where anything and everything is for sales! The Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious “Killing Fields”of Choeung Ek are not to be missed. A visit to these sights provides a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. Heading out of town we visit the Tonle Bati with Ta Prohm and Prasat Yeay Peo Temple. O/N in Phnom Penh.
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Phnom Penh
We continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Toul Tom Pong, all called the “Russian Market” where anything and everything is for sales! The Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious “Killing Fields”of Choeung Ek are not to be missed. A visit to these sights provides a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. Heading out of town we visit the Tonle Bati with Ta Prohm and Prasat Yeay Peo Temple. O/N in Phnom Penh.
- Optional for boat cruise along the Mekong River, 1 or 1.5hrs
- Optional for Romantic cruise of 2,5 hours around Phnom Penh in “all inclusive”.
- Optional for Pottery workshop: Handmade with Angkor Designs
Accommodation at a selected hotel in Phnom Penh
DAY 3: PHNOM PENH TOURS TO KOMPONG CHAM - KAMPONG THOM (B)
Private driver & guide
Distance Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham = 126kms, Kampong Cham to Kampong Thom = 109kms
The overland expedition begins as we depart 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 stop over at Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei, two hills whose names were translated as the ‘man hill’ and the ‘woman hill’. After checking into hotel we visit some nearby villages and climb 980 steps to the top of Phnom Santuk for an impressive sunset view over the surrounding areas. O/N in Kampong Thom.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Kampong Thom
The overland expedition begins as we depart 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 stop over at Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei, two hills whose names were translated as the ‘man hill’ and the ‘woman hill’. After checking into hotel we visit some nearby villages and climb 980 steps to the top of Phnom Santuk for an impressive sunset view over the surrounding areas. O/N in Kampong Thom.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Kampong Thom
DAY 4: PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP (B)
Private driver & guide
Distance Phnom Penh – Siem Reap = 314kms
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 very poor, but the spectacular scenery of these ancient ruins, with a mixture of temples and forest, makes the hardship all worthwhile. We travel 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. O/N in Siem Reap.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in 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 very poor, but the spectacular scenery of these ancient ruins, with a mixture of temples and forest, makes the hardship all worthwhile. We travel 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. O/N in Siem Reap.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Siem Reap
DAY 5: ANGKOR WAT SIGHTSEEING TOUR AT ANGKOR THOM AND BAYON TEMPLES (B)
Private driver & guide
Today we spend a full day exploring the wondrous ancient ruins with 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, the Terrace of the Leper King and the largest as well as the most complete temple of Angkor Wat.
This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. O/N in Siem Reap.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Siem Reap
Notice: During the visit of Angkor Wat, Baphuon and Banteay Srey temple – visitors should wear Shirts or blouse covering shoulders and arms and long skirts or trousers covering legs. (No miniskirt or short trousers). Children under twelve years old are not allowed to climb up this tower. It will be closed on the Buddhist Sabbath Days, the Buddhist religious days, four days a month in accordance with the Lunar Calendar.
This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. O/N in Siem Reap.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Siem Reap
Notice: During the visit of Angkor Wat, Baphuon and Banteay Srey temple – visitors should wear Shirts or blouse covering shoulders and arms and long skirts or trousers covering legs. (No miniskirt or short trousers). Children under twelve years old are not allowed to climb up this tower. It will be closed on the Buddhist Sabbath Days, the Buddhist religious days, four days a month in accordance with the Lunar Calendar.
DAY 6: ANGKOR WAT SIGHTSEEING TOUR AT TA PROHM TEMPLE (B)
Private driver & guide
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 walk up to Phnom Bakheng Hill for a view of the spectacular sunset over these sandstone monuments. O/N in Siem Reap.
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Siem Reap
- Optional for balloon riding
- Optional for Phare: The Cambodian Circus Show in Siem Reap
- Optional for a traditional Khmer massage
Accommodation: at a selected hotel in Siem Reap
DAY 7: SIEM REAP - TONLE SAP LAKE - DEPARTURE (B)
Private driver & guide
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel
After breakfast, we embark on a short cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia’s biggest natural water body (If time permits). The experience is wonderful as we pass by floating village, friendly children in small boats and fishermen at work. The trip ends after your transfer to Siem Reap Airport for departure. End of services.
After breakfast, we embark on a short cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia’s biggest natural water body (If time permits). The experience is wonderful as we pass by floating village, friendly children in small boats and fishermen at work. The trip ends after your transfer to Siem Reap Airport for departure. End of services.
Since this can be private or group tour, the price per person varies and depends on many aspects, such as your group size, the hotel ratings and your departure date. If you want to get a custom price quote for this tour, please fill out the online inquiry form and give you as much information as possible about your trip. Your online travel consultants will be at your service and help you make the most of your travel time and dollars!
NOTES
1.Cambodia weather & When to go
NORTHEASTERN (Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Battambang)
- Rain season (Apr – Oct): The temperature is around 30°C, followed by high humidity and strong wind. The rainfalls are usually in short downpour and infrequent form.
- Dry season (Nov – Mar): The Northeastern monsoon brings dry wind, long sunny days to the areas. The temperature fluctuates (20 – 35°C) between cool months (Nov – Jan) and scorching month (Apr).
SOUTHERN & COASTAL (Sihanoukville, Kep)
- Rain season (Apr – Aug): The temperature ranges from 25 – 30°C during this period, followed by high humidity and thunderstorms. In later months, rainfalls tend to be constant and heavy, especially for rural areas.
- Dry season (Sep – Mar): During this time, the areas are blessed with brilliant sunshine, dry wind and stable sea level. The temperature is around 30°C, sometimes intensely peaks at 40°C.
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.International flight
- Our offer does not include international flights between your country and Cambodia for two reasons:
- International flights from your country are more expensive if purchased in Vietnam. It is therefore more beneficial for you to buy them from a ticketing agency in your country.
- The payment and booking conditions for international flights are strict while it is difficult for us, a local agency, to apply the same conditions to you (full payment before travel). Since international financial transactions give rise to significant bank charges, you will be led to pay unnecessary surcharges.
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 muchness 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.Cancellation policy
- More than 30 days before arrival: no cancellation charge will be done (Client’s non-refundable deposit will be forfeited)
- 14-29 days before arrival: 10% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
- 10-13 days before arrival: 40% of the cost of the tour is forfeited
- Within 10 days before arrival: 100 % of the cost of the tour is forfeited
6.What to bring
- Lightweight, light-coloured clothing to reflect the sun.
- Comfortable sandals or shoes.
- Refillable water bottle.
- Powerful sunscreen and long-lasting deodorant.
- Earplugs to block out the noise.
- Universal travel adaptor.
- Unlocked mobile phone for use with a Cambodian SIM card.
- Rain coat if travelling in wet season
ACCOMMODATION
LIST OF OUR HOTELS:
The hotels offered by Xuan Son Travel classified from 02 to 05 stars at international standard, comfortable with all the required services.
- 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
- Standard Category: 2 stars. The rooms are decent, clean, equipped with bathroom, satellite TV and air conditioning.
- Superior Category 3 stars. The rooms are generally spacious and the services and facilities are more numerous.
- Deluxe category: 4 stars. The rooms are luxurious and spacious, with a wide choice of quality services have swimming pool, spa, Jacuzzi
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 |
| 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 |
| Kampong Thom | … | Seng Chhenghorn Guesthouse | Sampor Ville Hotel/Samrith Hotel | Glorious Hotel & Spa/Kompong Thom Royal/Kompong Thom Palace | … |
| Siem Reap | Anou Home Guesthouse/Chamraoen’s Home/Sihariddh Angkor Villa | Ta Som Guest House/Mother Home Boutique Hotel | 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… |
SERVICES & PRICE
TRAVEL PRICE: CAMBODIA TOUR OF HERITAGE 7 DAYS 6 NIGHTS
From…. To… usd /per
Excluding international flights
Inclusion
- English speaking guide (Other languages available on request)
- Private transfer and transport in safe, clean, well maintained vehicles
- Breakfast at hotel
- All entrance fees & permits during guided tours
- Hotel accommodation w/ 2 person room share
Exclusion
- Airfare and taxes not included in tour
- Food and drink not noted in the itinerary
- Visa fees
- Entrance fees and permits not part of itinerary
- Optional tours during free time
- Personal travel insurance (Compulsory for all travelers)
- Personal expenses (ex. telephone, laundry charges, souvenirs, etc.)
- Tips and gratuities
Customize this tour
This tour is designed with balanced activities and pace. If you want to customize it, you may always change its itinerary and accommodations according to your needs.
Contact us
- +84 914374251
- xuansontravel@yahoo.com.vn
My name is Nicky, English & French speaking advisor at Xuan Son Travel. I have been the specialist in tailor-made trips to Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia for 18years. I love the charm of the small streets of Hanoi as well as the charm of the countryside, with magical landscapes, warm and smiling inhabitants in all regions of Vietnam. As a Travel Consultant, I put it at your disposal and will assure you that your wishes and desires are perfectly suited to your trip to Asia.