In the Kingdom of Wonder, the Angkor Wat temple complex is the most wondrous of all. In Siem Reap, see the spectacular sunrise over Angkor Wat, and gaze at the over one hundred faces of Bayon smiling back at you. Visit the beautiful temple of Banteay Srei, and explore the old way of life of the inhabitants of the floating village. Journey to the Pre-Angkorian group of temples in Kompong Thom, then see the horrors of the Toul Sleng Museum in Phnom Penh, and then wander through the Royal Palace. You can swim or just relax and take it easy on the quiet beaches of Sihanoukville, and in Kep you will take a trip to your own private island.
Tour route: Angkor Temples – Kompong Thom – Kep – Phnom Penh – Kompot – Sihanoukville
Duration: 11 days / 10 nights
Start/End: Siem Reap/Phnom Penh
BRIEF ITINERARY
Day 01: Siem Reap – Arrival
Day 02: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples
Day 03: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples
Day 04: Siem Reap – Kompong Thom
Day 05: Kompong Thom – Phnom Penh
Day 06: Phnom Penh – Kep – Rabbit Island
Day 07: Kompot – Sihanoukville
Day 08: Sihanoukville – Free Day
Day 09: Sihanoukville – Free Day
Day 10: Sihanoukville – Phnom Penh
Day 11: Phnom Penh Departure
Day 1: Siem Reap Arrival
Transfer via: International flight – Your arrangement.
When you arrive in Siem Reap, you will be met by our tour staff and transferred to your hotel. After checking in, you will have free time for leisure activity.
Overnight in Siem Reap hotel.
Day 2: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples
Sites Visited: Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, South Gate, Bayon, Baphuon, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper king, Ta Phrom.
For early risers, this is our chance to get up early and go see the sunrise at Angkor Wat. After breakfast we visit the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, including the South Gate, Bayon, Baphuon, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper king. Next we will visit the jungle temple of Ta Phrom. In the afternoon we visit the amazing and awe inspiring temples of Angkor Wat and climb to the top of the imposing remains of Phnom Bakheng for a truly memorable sunset.
Overnight in Siem Reap hotel.
Day 3: Siem Reap – Angkor Temples (B)
Sites Visited: Banteay Srei, Tonle Sap Lake.
Today morning, our guide will take us through the lovely countryside to visit the Banteay Srei temple and also Bantey Samre. The name Banteay Srei means the “Citadel of women” and is built of pink sandstone with beautiful ornate stone carvings. In the afternoon we take a boat trip to the famous Floating Village on the Tonle Sap Lake and see the unique lifestyle of the people living there. Overnight in Siem Reap hotel.
Day 4: Siem Reap – Kompong Thom (B)
Sites Visited: The temple complex of Prasat Sambor Prei Kuk.
In the morning, we head to Kompong Thom by bus. When we arrive, we check in to the hotel, and in the afternoon we are off to explore the pre-Angkorian temple complex of Prasat Sambor Prei Kuk by Motor Remork (a kind of trailer behind a motorcycle). Overnight in Kompong thom.
Day 5: Kompong Thom – Phnom Penh
Sites Visited: Royal palace and the Silver Pagoda
In the morning, after breakfast we go by bus to Phnom Penh. After checking in to the hotel, there is an afternoon tour of Phnom Penh City to see the Royal palace and the Silver Pagoda, as well as the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Russian Market for browsing and shopping. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 6: Phnom Penh – Kep – Rabbit Island (B/L/D)
After breakfast in the hotel we head to the small seaside resort town of Kep which was established by the French as a summer resort. After we check in to our resort hotel, it’s time to get ready for our trip to the remote Rabbit Island. There are few visitors to this relatively unspoiled island. We spend the day relaxing in the sun on the beach, swimming or snorkeling. Overnight in Kep.
Day 7: Kep – Sihanoukville
After breakfast, we are on our way to the famous seaside resort of Sihanoukville. After check-in at the hotel, there is free time for you to enjoy the beach, relax by the pool, or explore the town.
Day 8: Sihanoukville Free Day
Today is free days for us gets out and explores Sihanoukville and go on one of the many optional tours available. Take a trip to Bamboo Island, we will have chance to go diving or snorkeling, or enjoy any the many water sports that are possible in Sihanoukville. Overnight in Sihanoukville.
Day 9: Sihanoukville Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel, and then another leisure day is at your disposal. You might want to take an all-day trip to Ream National Park to see the abundant wildlife, and maybe even catch a glimpse of the fresh water dolphins. Going for a swim and just relaxing on the beach is also great another option. Overnight in Sihanoukville.
Day 10: Sihanoukville – Phnom Penh
Its breakfast at the hotel, and then some free time until noon when we return to Phnom Penh by bus. Overnight at Phnom Penh.
Day 11: Phnom Penh Departure
Transfer via: International Flight – Your arrangement.
We transfer back to the airport for our departure flight to home. Trip ends.
