Aqua Tour (Lake, River and Sea)
Speedboat along the Tonle-sap river from Siem to Phnom Penh, taking in sights of the floating villages on the way .
Be welcomed by the hustle and bustle that is the capital, Phnom Penh. Check your emotions as you see the turbulent history and the atrocities committed of the Khmer Rouge, who brought this once happy nation to its knees. Revel in the city’s cultural highlights, such as the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum.
Relax on Koh Rong Sanloem and its pristine beaches, kayak and scuba – dive in the waters teeming with rare and exotic marine life
Highlights of this tour
- World heritage site of Angkorian temples
- Cruise on Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake
- Speed boat between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
- Cheung Ek Killing Fields, Genocidal Museum, Royal Palcae, Silver Pagoda
- Relax on pristine beaches , seek and find rare marine life.
Day 1 : Arrive Siem Reap
Meals : Lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : Arrive at Siem Reap Airport in, meet with your guide and transfer to the hotel. Start your tour in a luxury vehicle. The first destination will be entering the south gate of Angkor Thom (The Great City). . Inside the walls of this ancient marvel is Bayon Temple ( giant faces). The Bayon stands at the center of the Angkor Thom. The special features of Bayon that make it one of the biggest tourist attractions in the is its giant faces. Also visit Baphuon and Terrace of Elephants & Terrance of the Leper King , the former terrace is named as such due to the carvings of elephants on its eastern face. This terrace was used by Angkor’s king Jayavarman VII as a platform from which to view his victorious returning army .The latter terrace of the Leper King, derives from an ancient sculpture discovered at the site. The statue depicts the Hindu god Yama, the god of death.The statue was called the “Leper King” because discolouration and moss growing on it was reminiscent of a person with leprosy, and also because it fit in with a Cambodian legend of an Angkorian king Yasovarman I who had leprosy.
Afternoon tour to of the magnificent Angkor Wat. It itself is surrounded by a 200 moat that encompasses a perimeter of more than 3 miles (5 km). This city contains hundreds of temples.It was built by Suryavarman II – is the earthly representation of Mt Meru, the Mt Olympus of the Hindu faith and the abode of ancient gods. The Cambodian god-kings of old each strove to better their ancestors’ structures in size, scale and symmetry, culminating in what is believed to be the world’s largest religious building.
Finish the day by watching a tranquil sunset hear at Angkor Wat
Overnight in a boutique Hotel in Siem Reap.
Day 2 : Siem Reap (Angkor Wat)
Meals :Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : Rise early morning in order to watch picturesque sunrise walk from the back of Angkor Wat through the dense forest and watch the at Angkor Wat, before returning to the hotel for breakfast. Carry on with the tour to small circuit including Ta Phrom,undoubtedly the most atmospheric ruin at Angkor, and on to Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang, Ta Keo, Thommanon, and Chausay Tevoda. Afternoon, visit to Grand Circuit including Prasat Kravan, East Mebon, Pre Rup, and Preah Khan.
Overnight at your hotel.
Day 3 : Siem Reap - Phnom Penh
Meals : Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : Morning transfer to the wharf for the speedboat to Phnom Penh. On the way passing local and vietnamese water villages. Upon arrival, transfer to the hotel for check in.
Afternoon cyclo tour in Phnom Penh to explore Wat Phnom. Wat Phnom was very first spot to be chosen as a holy city after Angkor as well as being the birthplace of Phnom Penh. It was also the meeting spot of the world traders or sea trade people before Angkor as well.
Evening
Visit Russian Market,so-named because of the prevalence of items from the Eastern Bloc in past times, the Russian Market today is a treasure trove for tourists. Particular items worth seeking out include CSs, fabrics, jewelry, carved handicrafts and ceramics.The food and drinks stalls are a good place to take a refreshment break between the bargaining.
Also meander around Central Market.The distinctive art-deco styling of the vast structure makes it stand out among the architecture of Phnom Penh. The Central Market was built in 1937. Today, most visitors to
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 4 : Phnom Penh
Meals : Breakfast, lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : Early morning breakfast and then it’s on to Choeung Ek Killing Fields and the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21). These two are the most notorious symbols of the Khmer Rouge brutality which at once both engages and repels you. A visit to Tuol Sleng provides some powerful insights not just into the Khmer Rouge brutality, but into the people who were the Khmer Rouge.Thousands of Cambodian and a number of foreigners were housed and tortured until they were executed.
Afternoon tour of The Royal Palace . It serves as the residence of the King, a venue for court ceremony and as a symbol of the Kingdom. Just round the corner to the Silver Pagoda which is unique amongst pagodas. So named for its silver tiled floor, it houses a collection of priceless Buddhist and historical objects including the ‘Emerald Buddha.’ And, unlike most pagodas, no monks live at the pagoda. National Museum of Khmer Arts is a beauty to behold, it also houses the world’s foremost collection of ancient Khmer archaeological, religious and artistic artifacts.
Overnight in your hotel
Day 5 : Phnom Penh – Sihanoukville - Koh Rong Somloeim
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : Early Breakfast, depart by private car to Sihanoukville then by boat to Koh Rong Somloein
Arrive at Koh Rong Somloeim late afternoon. Check in
Relax
Overnight in luxury hotel in Koh Rong Somloeim
Day 6 : Koh Rong Somloein
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : After a leisurely breakfast, a private boat takes you around the island to have the show you to untouched beaches and other beauty spots. In the afternoon kayak tour taking in the mangroves trees, the rocky island, a fishing village, a deserted beach and the cave waterfall.
Watch the sunset and enjoy dinner on the beach
Day 7 : Koh Rong Somloein
Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, dinner.
Itinerary : Dependant on your desires, you may go scuba diving or snorkeling. This is the perfect location to do either of these . The tropical waters around this island are teeming with marine life and colorful reefs. Search and find rare aqua life,such as nudi-branches and seahorses, the flounder, the vibrant horned starfish. Indian Walkman, or the Devil Stinger nine-armed starfish.
Relax
Day 8 : Koh Rong Somlein - Phnom Penh
Activities :
Meals : Breakfast & lunch
Itinerary : Early breakfast, boat back to Sihanoukville, private car back to Phnom Penh and then off to your next destination.
Sadly, our tour comes to an end today. Guests will say their goodbyes. Have a pretty safe trip! And hope to see you next time!
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