7 DAYS/6 NIGHTS – CAMBODIAN EXPLORING TOURS

Upon arrival at Phnom Penh Airport, greeting by our friendly tour guide, transferred direct to hotel to check-in. (Standard check in time is 2:00 PM). Remains time, free at own leisure.

Evening before sunset, transfer to embark the public boat to witness sunset view of Phnom Penh while cruising on Mekong and Tonle Sap River. Boat tour will last about an hour, then you will be transferred to have dinner at local restaurant.

Meal: Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh

At 8 :30 AM, meet with our guide and driver at your hotel for a departure to the ferry station where you will take a ferry across the river to Mekong Island.

Upon arrival of the island, enjoy a leisurely Bike ride or take Tuk Tuk through the countryside of the island, discovering the diversity of the rural landscapes, passing small villages, schools and silk weaving houses. Continue travelling through pedal on small roads with no traffic, stopping to meet friendly locals and taste local delicacies. This is a tour that will bring travelers closer to the real Cambodians.

After tours, you will be transfer to homemade restaurant by local family. Upon arrival, you will be welcome by the home owner and guide you through the process of cooking Khmer Authentic food. You may participate if you want to. Once the cooking is done, enjoy your meal at this local family restaurant. After lunch, we will take the ferry back to Phnom Penh.

Afternoon, start your city tour to the Royal Palace, was constructed in the 19th century when the capital moved from Oudong to Phnom Penh, and has been the home for the Kings of Cambodia since 1866. The palace is a testament to Khmer architectural and aesthetic proficiency so prevalent in their royal and religious monuments. Within the royal palace is the Silver Pagoda, the Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. Continue to National Museum, one of Phnom Penh’s true architectural gems. It was designed in Khmer style in 1917 by famed French architect Georges Groslier&Ecole Des Arts Cambodgiens. Last stop at Wat Phnom, the legend of Phnom Penh.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh

At 8:00 AM, pick up by our guide and driver for private overland transfer to Battambang Province (291 Km, approximate 5hour’s drive).

On the way, we will stop and discover the abandoned royal city of Udong (early 17th century) and enjoy the amazing countryside view from the top of the hill. Continue the road to Kampong Chhnang, the largest fishing port in Tonlé Sap, whose waters are among the most fishy in the world. Embark on traditional boats to discover the floating village of Kampong Loung,authentic because still little frequented by tourists. Departure for the village of Pursat, famous for its sculptors on stone. Continuation of the road to Battambang, charming provincial town then check in hotel. You will have lunch at local restaurant along the way.

In the evening visit Phnom Sampov, and “Killing caves” Temple on a hill and every evening at dusk, from 17:30 to 5:50 p.m., thousands of bats leave the cave in an endless stream.

Return to hotel and overnight in Battambang.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at hotel in Battambang

Morning, departure and try out for a ride on the Bamboo Train, a fun experience and also a great opportunity to see the sunset view at countryside. It’s like a childhood dream come true. Continue visit to Phnom Banon, with its five sandstone towers on a hill and enjoys magnificent views of the surrounding plains. Last visit to Ek Phnom temple in the 11st century then return to Battambang City for lunch at local restaurant.

Afternoon, transfer to Siem Reap by private car. The distance is 170 km, which takes around 3 to 4 hours. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, will directly transfer you to your hotel.

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

Breakfast at hotel, visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom (12 century) : the South Gate with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk, the Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue visit Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.

Afternoon, visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor, Angkor Wat, the temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. If time and energy permitted visit Old market for some souvenirs for friends and families.

Evening, enjoy dinner with Apsara Dance Show at local restaurant.

Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

Morning, pick up from hotel and transfer to visit The Rolous market, a vibrant local market located in Rolous village, Cambodia, known for its Cambodian-style atmosphere. Visitors can explore a variety of goods, including fresh fruits, dried fish, and local handicrafts. The market is a great place to immerse oneself in the local culture and experience the daily life of the Cambodian people.

After market visit, transfer and continue to the Roluos Group Temples. The monuments of Rolous, which served as the capital of Indravarman I (reigned 877-89. Preah Ko erected by Indravarman I in the late 9th centurydedicated by the King to his ancestors in 880. Bakong the largest and most interesting of the Roluos group temples, with his active Buddhist monastery just to the north of the east entrance. Lolei built on an islet in the center of a large reservoir (now rice fields) by Yasovarman I, the founder to the first city at Angkor. Lunch at local restaurant.

After tours, transfer back to Siem Reap City and drop off at your hotel.

Meal: Breakfast, Dinner
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

After breakfast at hotel, visit Satcha Handicraft Center is the first Cambodian handicraft center that incubates local artisans, mixing traditional knowledge with contemporary design to showcase Cambodian’ talents to local and international visitors and to transmit these know-how over time while having a sustainable social, economic, and environmental impact. Then drive around the city or stop by at Old Market, a lively outdoor market where you will find antiquities, silver and gold jewelry, gems, silk, kramas, stone and wood carvings, as well as T-Shirts, CDs and other souvenirs. Then we continue to Wat Bo, a highly respected pagoda founded in the 18th century, containing very unique wall paintings of the Reamker (Ramayana) that are said to be from the late 19th century.

After tour transfer to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) for your next destination.

Meal: Breakfast

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