GOLF & TOUR 6 DAYS PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP

1. A FEW ESSENTIAL LITTLE DETAILS THAT EVERY TRAVELERS SHOULD KNOW BEFORE THEY VISIT CAMBODIA

• DON’T GIVE MONEY TO KIDS

Poverty is still rife in Cambodian, despite the rapidly growing economy and rising middle class. It’s not uncommon to see children begging or trying to sell you books, bracelets, or trinkets in many tourist hotspots.

We urge anyone visiting Cambodia to not fall into the trap of buying from these children, as it fuels the cycle and encourages more families to send their children onto the street for a decent pay-day.

• DON’T RIDE ELEPHANTS (OR PARTAKE IN ANY FORM OF ANIMAL TOURISM)
• Unfortunately, despite the ban and resulting publicity, many people still wish to ride an elephant and Angkor Wat, or elsewhere in Cambodia

This is a gentle reminder to anyone reading who’s considering riding an elephant or visiting an animal park to re-think their plans. In fact, don’t reconsider – just don’t do it!

• CAMBODIA IS SAFE, BUT KEEP YOUR WITS ABOUT YOU

Cambodia has a pretty tragic, violent recent history, but the Cambodia we visited was only friendly. Everywhere we visited, be it rural or city, we were met with kind-hearted, happy people. This is still a developing nation, and crime exists.

• Minimise the valuables you take out, and never take out your passport
• Never walk on the road side of the pavement edge, instead walk on the ‘inside’
• If you need to use your phone for maps etc, stop and move to a space where you’re not vulnerable and focused only on the phone
• Keep your phone and bag close to you at all times
• Pay attention to what’s going on around you
• Choose a small daypack, and carry in a way which reduces risk (i.e. on both shoulders, on the shoulder facing away from the road, across your chest). This applies even when you’re crossing a busy or empty road
• When taking photos, with your phone or camera, again think before you click and put yourself in a less vulnerable position (i.e. away from the road-facing edge of the pavement). Don’t leave your camera dangling off one shoulder – strap it across
• Take a tuk-tuk back to your hostel / hotel after dark, rather than walking

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. 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.

4. 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

5. 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.

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

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
Siem Reap	Anou Home Guesthouse/Chamraoen’s Home/Sihariddh Angkor Villa	Ta Som Guest House/	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…

TRAVEL PRICE: THE SOUTH & CENTER OF VIETNAM-12 DAYS 11NIGHTS

Inclusion

• The English speaking guide as guided time
• Accommodation based on double/twin sharing with daily breakfast
• Meals as indicated (B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner)
• Private boat trips in Can Tho/ Cai Rang as mentioned
• All transfers with the air-conditioned private vehicle
• Mineral water & cool towels on car during the trip.
• Government taxes & service charge

Exclusion

• International Flight tickets from/to your Home
• 4 Internal Flights: Ho Chi Minh- Hue, Da Nang – Ho Chi Minh
• Early check in/ late check out
• Meals, drinks & beverage not indicated
• Vietnam visa stamp fee (about 25$/pax) & personal travel insurance
• Personal expenses such as Telephone and Laundry bills
• Tips and gratuities