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DAY 1: ARRIVE IN PHNOM PENH
Arrival in Phnom Penh at …
Customs formalities and baggage claim (estimated time approximately 30 minutes).
You will then be greeted by your guide and driver outside the airport.
Phnom Penh was once considered one of the most beautiful cities in the Orient, and despite its tumultuous recent history, it still retains its colonial charm. Cambodia's capital is a bustling city, ideally located at the confluence of the great Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers. The wide, tree-lined boulevards and numerous colonial-era buildings reflect its glory days and give the city that special appeal, where Asian and Western traditions meet in a fascinating way.
This morning, the first step is the discovery of the Royal Palace, main residence of the king and queen, the visit to the Silver Pagoda takes place, housing the Ramayana-inspired frescoes and other crown treasures.
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Then, visit the National Museum, bringing together some of the finest specimens of Khmer statuary which will tell you about the Angkorian and pre-Angkorian periods.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Afternoon, visit the colonial district in Phnom Penh and the Wat Phnom is an artificial hill on top of which stands a pagoda. Legend has it that a woman named Mrs. Penh found Buddha relics on this spot. The city kept the name Mrs. Penh preceded by the word Phnom, which means hill in Khmer.
And finally, visit of the Russian market (Phsar Toul Tom Pong), an abundant source of art objects; between wood and stone sculptures, religious images and parchments, ancient coins and antiques from all over Indochina, this veritable treasure trove, much appreciated by the international community of Phnom Penh, is also full of jewelry, silks and clothing.
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.
DAY 2: PHNOM PENH – SIEM REAP
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the bus station for your departure (at 12:45 p.m.) for Siem Reap (320 km, approximately 6 hours).
(There is no guide on the bus.)
Arrival in Siem Reap, welcome by your guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in..
Free day.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.
DAY 3: SIEM REAP
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning you will leave for the ancient city of Angkor Thom, last capital of the Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. This city is surrounded by an 8 m high rampart, forming a perfect square. Enter the city through the South Gate, a monumental stone gate decorated with four immense faces and a three-headed elephant. Past this gate, on each side of the alley, there is a row of 54 giants, gods or demons holding Naga, the sacred serpent.
From there, continue to Bayon Temple, the exact center of Angkor Thom. This 12th-century masterpiece is famous for its 54 face towers representing the 54 provinces of the great Khmer Empire.
Then exploration of the Phimeanakas, which a team of French archaeologists has completely restored after 16 years of work. The Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King are also unmissable for their intricate bas-reliefs. Before lunch, you visit Ta Prohm – one of the most important monuments of Angkor.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Afternoon stroll to the magnificent Angkor Wat temple. Angkor Wat combines two basics of Khmer temple architecture: the mountain temple side and the gallery temple side. It was designed to represent Mount Meru, the home of the gods in Hindu mythology. Inside the temple, the walls are covered with stone carvings and bas-reliefs depicting Hindu mythology and the wars fought by Suryavarman II during his reign. Angkor Wat is also famous for the Apsara dancers (over 2,000) decorating it. Construction is said to have taken about 30 years of intensive work. Today, Angkor Wat appears on the national flag of Cambodia as a symbol of the soul of the Khmer people..
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.
DAY 4: SIEM REAP
Breakfast at the hotel.
This morning, visits from Banteay Srei, Located about 18 km from the Angkor Wat Temple. Considered by many to be the jewel of classical Khmer art, this site is not very large and has been wonderfully preserved. The sculptures of its bas-reliefs are certainly the most successful in Angkor. Dating from the end of the 10th century, this Hindu temple is dedicated to Shiva. This quadrangle has entrances on the east and west sides. The three central towers are interesting for more than one reason. They are decorated with male and female deities and beautiful filigree bas-reliefs. On return, excursion to Preah Dak village.
Lunch at the local restaurant.
Departure at Kampong Khleang, located on the northern tip of the lake, about 55 km east of Siem Reap. In the rainy season, the water level rises to within one or two meters of buildings. Kampong Khleang is a community within the floodplain of the lac Tonle Sap, with an economy based on fishing and surrounded by flooded forest. Then, departure by local boat on the canals to the large lake where the people who live there move their houses according to the seasons.
Noticed : The Tonle Sap Lake tour is not recommended during the dry season (February or March to July) as the water level is very low. If the cruise is not feasible, it will be replaced by another tour.
Then return to Siem Reap.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.
DAY 5: SIEM REAP – SIHANOUK CITY
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to the airport from Siem Reap for the flight to Sihanouk Ville.
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Arrival at Sihanouk Ville at… , Welcome by the guide and transfer to your hotel for installation.
Free day.
Overnight at hotel in Sihanoukville.
DAY 6: SIHANOUK VILLE
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day.
Overnight at hotel in Sihanoukville.
DAY 7: SIHANOUK CITY – PHNOM PENH
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free time.
Transfer to Phnom Penh via national highway number 4 (230 km, approximately 4 hours).
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.
DAY 8: PHNOM PENH – RETURN FLIGHT
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer to Phnom Penh airport at ... for the return flight
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