JEWEL of KHMER
(07 Days/ 06 Nights)
Phnom Penh – Tonle Bati – Kampong Cham – Kampong Thom – Siem Reap
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival Phnom Penh (D)
On arrival at Phnom Penh Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. Phnom Penh was once considered the loveliest city of Indochina. Despite its recent turbulent history, it still maintains considerable charm. A city tour acquaints us with some major sights of Phnom Penh. Our first destination will start at Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866 on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda, located within the grounds of the Royal Palace. The Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles. After visiting both structures, we will end up for today at the legendary temple of Wat Phnom which recites the history of Phnom Penh’s name. O/N at hotel in Phnom Penh
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Tonle Bati – Phnom Penh (B/L)
Today we begin our sightseeing tour of Phnom Penh with a visit to the National Museum, which is dedicated exclusively to Khmer art and sculpture. The majority of the exhibits are from the Angkor period from 9th to 15th century, but some date from as early as the 4th century. We continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Toul Tom Pong, also called the “Russian Market”, where anything and everything are for sales. Then continue a visit at Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and later the notorious ‘Killing Fields’ of Choeung Ek. A visit to these two sights provides a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. Heading out of town we visit the Tonle Bati with to explore Ta Prohm and Prasat Yeay Peo Temple. Return back Phnom Penh for O/N at hotel
Day 3: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham - Kampong Thom (B/L)
The overland expedition begins as we departure for the town and pass through Cambodia’s biggest growing rubber area to Kampong Cham. The deep contrast of lush vegetation and red surface of basaltic soil is incredible all along the way. On arrival in Kampong Cham we visit the beautiful French colonial architecture and Wat Nokhor containing the ancient temple and modern style pagoda. The following destination of our trip is Kangpong Thom. Along the way we make a stop at Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei, two hills whose names were translated as the 'man hill' and the 'woman hill'. Then continue the road to Kampong Thom for overnight. O/N in Kompong Thom
Day 4: Kampong Thom – Siem Reap (B/L)
An early morning start to drive to the archeological sight of Sambor Prei Kuk, which is dotted with hundred pre-angkor styled temples. The road conditions are poor, but the spectacular scenery of this ancient ruin, with a mixture of temples and forest, makes the hardship all worthwhile. We continue travelling by roads to Siem Reap, passing the charming Khmer countryside. The town of Siem Reap is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the ancient city Angkor, which is home for the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire dating from 802 AD to 1350 AD. This stunning and extensive site sprawls through the dense jungle, over an area of 60 square miles. O/N in Siem Reap
Day 5: Siem Reap – Rolou Group – Banteay Srei (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel
Start your visit to Rolous Group; Bakhong, Preah Ko & Lolei temple. Then continue to visit Banteay Samre. Your final visit tothe famous Banteay Srei Temple (10th century), regarded as the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art. On the way back stop at Pradark village, where you will see the villagers making sugar palm, handicraft for selling to tourist. It’s a nice chance for you to see the local people living at the country side with their struggling for daily life. Overnight at hotel
Day 6: Siem Reap – Angkor Complex (B/L)
Breakfast at hotel
Continue your visit to the South Gate of Angkor Thom which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King & Ta Prohm. Continue to visit the World Heritage Site; seeing the architectural masterpiece of Angkor Wat. We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. Overnight at hotel
Day 7: Siem Reap – Departure (B)
Free & leisure at hotel until transfer to Siem Reap Airport for departure to next destination.
