Angkor Wat and Phnom Penh Capital City

Welcome to Siem Reap. Siem Reap is a sleepy backwater serving as a gateway to the ancient capital of Angkor. It is hard to believe that at its peak in the 12th century, this was one of the most advanced civilizations in the world and home to more than 1 million inhabitants. Meets our guide upon arrival Siem Reap International Airport, transfers to hotel in Siem Reap (60km, with 1-hour driving) for check-in. Dinner at the local restaurant

Our guide and driver at the hotel, meets and transfers to visit Angkor Wat, one of the modern wonders of the world. Be amazed by the sheer size of the temple and learn how the Khmer Empire prospered between the 9th and 13th centuries, around the time when Angkor Wat was built. Stroll through the intricately carved hallways that show hundreds of fine carvings and discover small shrines still in use today by the local people. And visit Kravan Temple, Prasat Kravan was partially restored in 1968, returning the brick carvings to their former glory. The images of Vishnu in the largest central tower show the eight-armed deity on the back wall, taking the three gigantic steps with which, he reclaimed the world on the left wall: and riding a garuda on the right wall. The northernmost tower displays bas-reliefs of Vishnu’s consort, Lakshmi.

Lunch at the local restaurant

Afternoon we continue to visit continue to visit the picturesque Ta Prohm. This beautiful temple is overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. The magnificent roots of the trees have merged over the centuries with the temple’s huge stone blocks, emphasizing a ‘forgotten city’ feeling. Sunset on the top of Pre Rup temple. Continue to Visit Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of the Khmer Empire with its centerpiece; the Bayon temple. As you approach, you will notice the enigmatic faces of former King Jayavarman VII looking in every direction. Your guide will take you to the Terrace of the Elephants, which served as a platform from where the King could welcome back his victorious army, and the Terrace of the Leper King, which holds detailed carvings winding along a narrow passageway that leads to the Baphuon complex. Return to hotel in town for refreshing and dinner at the local restaurant

Services included:

Transportation: Private vehicle and driver 

Guide: English Speaking Guide

Meals: Breakfast, lunch dinner 

Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap

Breakfast at the hotel.

A 1.5-hour drive north of Siem Reap will bring you to Phnom Kulen, which provides Siem Reap with water and dominates the skyline of the flat plains surrounding it. Although the highest peak of the mountain range lies at only 487m, Phnom Kulen has much to offer visitors. The Cambodian people regard the site as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire. Visit the eight-meter-tall statue of a reclining Buddha and wash your hands at the Linga statue to purify your mind and body. Continue to visit the River of One Thousand Lingas and the magnificent waterfall close to it. Take a refreshing dip in the stream and pool of the waterfall.

Lunch at the local restaurant

We drive back to your hotel in Siem Reap for refreshment. Late afternoon, we visit to Old Market before we go for dinner at the local restaurant.

Services included:

Transportation: Private vehicle and driver 

Guide: English Speaking Guide

Meals: Breakfast, lunch dinner 

Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap

Breakfast at the hotel.

We will drive to the southern part of Siem Reap to embark on a short cruise at Chong Kneas, a floating village on Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia’s biggest natural water body. The experience is wonderful as we pass by floating houses, crocodile farm, schools, friendly children in small boats and fishermen at work. Return to the city and visit the handicraft centre of Artisans D’ Angkor. Founded in 1992, this organization creates job opportunities for young people from the rural areas while reviving traditional Khmer craftsmanship. Ancient techniques are still practiced here such as wood and stone carving, lacquering, gilding and silk painting.

Lunch at the local restaurant

After lunch, our driver pick up you and transfer to Phnom Penh (without guide), the journey will take about 6 hours, on arrival you will meet the local guide at the hotel in Phnom Penh and the will take you by Remork (tuk-tuk) for dinner at the local restaurant. 

Services included:

Transportation: Private vehicle and driver 

Guide: English Speaking Guide

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Breakfast at the hotel.

Our guide and driver pick you up from the hotel and set the tour to visit Wat Phnom, the symbol of Phnom Penh that is built on the top of a small hill and continue to visit the Independence Monument before getting to visit the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, it was a high school prior to 1975, an interrogation prison known as S-21 during the Khmer Rouge era and today it as a genocide museum. It tells the sad story of the thousands of innocent Cambodian people who were tortured on its grounds. Walking through the narrow corridors and former classrooms of the buildings will give you an eerie feeling of being part of Cambodia’s turbulent past. The stories of the victims are documented, and some torture devices are on display for visitors to learn about the suffering the people endured. Photographs were taken of each prisoner passing through the prison and hundreds of the haunting black and white photos are now on display in the museum. While this experience may be depressing, it is recommended to visit to utterly understand the cruel methods of control the Khmer Rouge implemented over the country.

Lunch at the local restaurant 

Afternoon, we visit to the Royal Palace. The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda are two of the most striking buildings in the capital and are considered some of the finest examples of Khmer architecture. They were initially constructed in 1866 by the French. The Royal Palace is home to the current King Sihamoni. The neighboring Silver Pagoda stands out in its own distinctive way. The floor consists of 5,329 solid silver tiles to which the building owes its name. The building houses many gold and jeweled Buddha statues including the highly prized 17th century baccarat crystal Buddha. Other important buildings that can be found within the compound include Wat Preah Keo Morokat, where Royal ceremonies are performed, and stupas such as King Ang Doung Stupa – the burial site of former King Norodom. And continue to visit to The National Museum of Cambodia is home to the world’s finest collection of Khmer sculpture: a millennium’s worth and more of masterful Khmer design. It is housed in a graceful terracotta structure of traditional design (built from 1917 to 1920) with an inviting courtyard garden. Dinner at the local restaurant

Services included:

Transportation: Private vehicle and driver 

Guide: English Speaking Guide

Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner

Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Breakfast at the hotel.

Our guide and driver will pick you from the hotel and drive to Vietnam border (Cambodia side called Bavet and in Vietnam side called Moc Bai Border). The journey will take 3 hours on the road 160km, drop off at Cambodia side and the guide will indicate you how to cross the border. Say goodbye and enjoy the trip in Vietnam!

Services included:

Transportation: Private vehicle and driver 

Guide: English Speaking Guide

Meals: Breakfast