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Phnom Penh · Cambodia
Small Group Premium Adventure Through Cambodia - 6D/5N
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The Experience
What your day looks like
Encounter a land where the past sits alongside the present on a 6-day Premium adventure through Cambodia. Explore the revitalized city of Phnom Penh and make a sobering visit to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. Discover traditional Cambodian life at Skun Village as you take in quiet moments of local life. The temples of Angkor Wat have intrigued the world for centuries – uncover their mysteries with the guidance of a local leader and see their architectural wonders through the lens of a private photography coach, leaving you with lifelong reminders of a remarkable journey.
At a Glance
The experience, in brief
- Experience a 6day Premium adventure through Cambodia
- Explore the revitalized city of Phnom Penh
- Visit the sacred Silver Pagoda & Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
- View Wat Phnom, the temple
- Visit Santuk Silk Farm to learn about silk production & its production
- Enjoy delicious homestyle Cambodian dishes
- Explore Angkor Thom, the 'Great Royal City
- Spend time in the Srah Srang Lake
- Opportunity to take photos in Banteay Srei temple
- Visit the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek
- Discover traditional Cambodian life at Skun Village
- See their architectural wonders through the lens of a private photography
Your Itinerary
Your day, step by step
Day 1
Phnom Penh
City/Town Tour. Phnom Penh. Sua s'dei! Welcome to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s lively capital city. You’ll be met on arrival at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6pm where you’ll meet your tour leader and fellow travellers – the hotel reception will let you know where this meeting will take place. If you arrive early, there’s no shortage of things to see and do. Why not go for a stroll to discover the city’s French colonial architecture, or check out the National Museum and its fascinating collection of classic Khmer craftsmanship.
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After your meeting, join your leader and small group for dinner at Malis Restaurant, an upmarket dining spot that is committed to preserving and serving Cambodia's traditional cuisine.
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After dinner perhaps cap off the night with a cocktail at the Le Moon Rooftop at Amanjaya Pancam Hotel.
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Aquarius Hotel or similiar (1 night).
Day 2
Phnom Penh
City/Town Tour at Central Market, Phnom Penh. Phnom Penh. Today your leader will introduce you to the sights of Phnom Penh during a full day city tour.
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Sightseeing at Silver Pagoda, Phnom Penh. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are home to King Sihamoni and closed off to the public, but you will be able to visit the sacred Silver Pagoda that lies in the palace complex.
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Sightseeing at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Your included visits to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.
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Sightseeing at Choeung Ek. Visit the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek will tell the story of the tragic legacy of the Khmer Rouge.
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Sightseeing at Wat Phnom. There is an optional visit to Wat Phnom, the temple that gave rise to the foundation of the city in the 15th century.
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Aquarius Hotel or similiar (1 night)
Day 3
Phnom Penh
Local Flavor at Siem Reap River. Siem Reap. After breakfast, embark on a journey of discovery from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap in a comfortable private vehicle. Discover traditional Cambodian life at Skun Village and learn about the town’s deep fried tarantulas and other insects which the locals consume daily.
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Eco Tour at Phnom Santuk. You’ll also visit Santuk Silk Farm to learn about silk production and its work as a social enterprise, employing local women as artisan weavers. Share a simple, rustic local lunch prepared by the weavers before you continue to Siem Reap, stopping to see historic bridges along the way, before arriving at your hotel at approximately 5pm. This tropical oasis boasts three pools and an excellent restaurant with a focus on wellness. Bright and spacious rooms are in harmony with the lush grounds, and feature a veranda, private garden and rain showers.
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Tonight, you’ll enjoy delicious home-style Cambodian dishes.
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Navutu Dreams Resort & Wellness Retreat (feature stay) or similar (1 night).
Day 6
Siem Reap
Siem Reap. Your adventure comes to an end after breakfast this morning. If you would like to expend your stay in Siem Reap, additional accommodation can be arranged in advance (subject to availability). .
Day 4
Phnom Penh
Local Flavor at Angkor Wat. Siem Reap – Angkor Wat. After breakfast, you'll spend the day discovering the amazing temples of Angkor. The memories of seeing some of the world’s most important ancient sites are ones you’re going to want to preserve forever, so for the first half of the day you will also be accompanied by a private photography coach who will teach you how to take that one-in-a-million shot. Begin at Angkor Wat, the largest and most complete structure, and the only one of Angkor's temples that has its entrance facing west – the others face east.
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For lunch you'll visit the Sala Bai Hotel School where underprivileged local youths learn skills that enable them to find gainful employment in the hospitality industry. Here you can enjoy a meal prepared by students at the school.
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Sightseeing at Angkor Thom. After lunch, visit Angkor Thom, the 'Great Royal City', a temple famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone. Of all the temples visited today, Bayon temple is the centrepiece, with over 200 smiling carved faces and more than 50 gothic towers. Your leader will let you in on the secrets of the temples and share their remarkable stories. From here, you will head out of town to an ancient working monastery to gain a special insight into the life of a monk and Theravada Buddhism. You will get to meet the monks, enjoy a sacred water blessing for good luck and prosperity and have a red band tied around your wrist to keep you safe in your travels.
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Relaxation & Fun. The rest of the evening can be spent exploring the bars of Siem Reap, or relaxing in laidback luxury at your resort.
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Navutu Dreams Resort & Wellness Retreat (feature stay) or similar (1 night).
Day 5
Siem Reap
Leisure at Srah Srang. Siem Reap – Angkor Wat. Embrace a very early start today to experience a sunrise visit to the Angkor complex. After sunrise, head to the shores of the Srah Srang Lake. Here you will be treated to an incredible private catered breakfast – take a moment to soak in your stunning surroundings and enjoy a meal as wonderful as the landscape itself.
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Sightseeing at Ta Prohm. After breakfast, it’s off to the Ta Prohm temple, which has large trees embedded in the stone foundations of the structure – powerful symbols of nature.
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Sightseeing at Banteay Srei. Next, visit Banteay Srei to snap some enviable pictures of the temple’s intricate stone carvings. You can head back to the resort or use your ticket for the Angkor ruins to continue exploring the site and try out your new photography skills. The vaulted corridors of Preah Khan are well worth a visit, or you may prefer to spend the afternoon getting to know the town.
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Tonight, enjoy a final dinner at Lum Orng Cambodia's first Farm to Table restaurant and raise a glass to toast your Cambodia adventure with free flow pre-dinner cocktails and canapes before dining on delicious new Mekong cuisine. The restaurant is run by a talented local chef with a passion for sharing sustainable and seasonal food using organic ingredients grown on site.
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Navutu Dreams Resort & Wellness Retreat (feature stay) or similar (1 night).
Before You Go
What to know before booking
Included
Private minibus, remork (tuk tuk) Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer Phnom Penh - Welcome Dinner Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Phnom Penh - The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda Santuk Silk Farm Tour and Lunch Skun Village Market Stop Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour Siem Reap - Three-day Angkor Pass Siem Reap - Lunch at Sala Bai Siem Reap - Angkor Wat Photography Coach Siem Reap - Lum Orng Khmer Dinner Siem Reap - Banteay Srei Temple visit Siem Reap - Private Breakfast at Srah Strong Lake
Not Included
All meals not listed in the program Beverages Gratuities
Meeting & Pickup
Your tour will begin in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Planning Notes
Minimum age: 15 Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By PE
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