CAMBODIA CULTURE AND BEACH IN 7 DAYS
Grading
Moderate
Traveller rating
Activities
- Cultural
- History
- People
- Landscapes
- Beach R&R
Accommodation
- 6 nights at Deluxe hotels
Meals
- Daily buffet breakfast at hotel
- 6 dinners at local restaurants
Duration
7 Days
Double
from
US$710
Single
from
US$860
Tour highlights:
Uncover history at Angkor Wat, think of the eccentric faces of Bayon and witness the battle with nature in the amazing temple of Ta Prohm where silent awe is the best response. Or have a close-up look at Phnom Penh with the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, Wat Phnom, the fine collection National Museum, the horrific Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Choeung Ek Genocidal Center and a boat ride watching sunset on the Mekong River. And indulge yourself in the serene beauty of Korong where boasts pristine white sandy beaches, warm crystal-clear ocean waters, and a hot tropical climate.
- Royal Palace, National Museum
- Tonle Sap floating village
- Mekong River cruise
- Angkor Temples
- Korong pristine beach
Itinerary:
Day 1: SIEMREAP ARRIVAL
Upon arrival to Siemreap. An Aiitours host will meet and take you to hotel for check-in.
In the afternoon we take a boat ride on the Tonle Sap Lake to see a fishermen’s “floating village” with homes, shops, schools, police station, afloat from place to place following water levels and current.
Dinner with Apsara Dance show at local restaurant.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 2: ANGKOR TEMPLES
Explore Angkor Temples with first to Angko Thom – the masterpiece of King Jayavarman VII we visit Bayon Temple. We explore Baphuon Temple, once of the most beautiful temples at Angkor, dating from the reign of Uditayavarman 1 in the 11th century, Terrace of the Leper King, Terrace of Elephants, originally used as a viewing gallery for the king to preside over parades, performances and traditional sports.
Continue to Ta Prohm `Tomb Raider` fame and the mother of all temples, Angkor Wat – said to be the world’s largest religious building, this temple is the perfect fusion of symbolism and symmetry and a source of pride and strength to all Khmers.
Enjoy one hour foot massage and a short walking tour at busy pub streets where you can stop for cool drinks or shopping at Angkor Night Market.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 3: PHNOM PENH PAST AND PRESENT
After breakfast, flight to Phnom Penh. On arrival we visit Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace, National Museum – a beautiful Khmer architecture housing more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper, wood and others. Proceed to Independence Monument, and then Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S21), ironically a former school, located in a quiet Phnom Penh suburb, this was the infamous Khmer Rouge prison / torture center. Shop at Central Market followed by a cruise for view sunset on the Mekong and Tonle Sap River (1 hour).
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 4: PHNOM PENH – SIHANOUK VILLE – KOH RONG
After breakfast. Travel to Sihanoukville and then take a boat to Koh Rong paradise Island. Check in to the hotel; free at leisure for the rest of the day.
Overnight in Koh Rong.
Day 5 – 6 KORONG
At leisure or enjoy pristine white sandy beaches, warm crystal-clear ocean waters, and a hot tropical climate.
Day 7. PHNOM PENH DEPARTURE
Bid farewell to Kong and Sihanoukville. Transfer back to Phnom Penh for your onwards flight. The journey ends.
Map:
Inclusions:
Daily breakfast at hotels and 6 diners at local restaurants and at hotel
6 nights at Deluxe hotel on a twin share basis
All transfers and transportation in private vehicle
Flight ticket Siemreap to Phnompenh
Sightseeing and admission fees
Boat fee
English speaking guide
Two drinking water bottles per day
- International airfares
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Visa fees
- Meals not mentioned in the itinerary
- Items of a personal nature such as laundry, phone calls, alcohol etc
- Tips and gratuities
Accommodation:
- SIEMREAP @ Tara Angkor Hotel
- PHNOM PENH @ Phnom Penh Hotel
- KORONG @ Saracen Bay Resort
Essential Information:
It’s approximately 7-8 hours in total per day. The longest ride is 5 hours.
Temperatures vary depending on the season, so we recommend that you wear light clothing and pack a jacket in case of falling temperatures in the winter. We do not recommend wearing shorts or sleeveless shirts on days visiting pagodas. We trust you can make your own judgement in season. For footwear, we recommend comfortable walking shoes.
Yes and no. If you are a Southeast Asian citizen, you are visa exempted. Others must require a visa to Cambodia. Prepare in advance a passport photo and 30$US cash with you. Your visa will be granted right upon your arrival at Phnom Penh Airport.
Before traveling to Cambodia, be sure to purchase insurance for your trip. Two months before you leave, you should also consult your doctor or local travel clinic for the latest information on health risks in Cambodia and to receive any vaccinations you may need.
Pregnant women should consult their doctors for specialized advice. Anti-malarial drugs and many diarrhea treatments are not completely safe during pregnancy.
If you have a medical condition or allergy of which requires particular attention, carry a doctor’s letter with you that describes the nature of the condition and treatment needed. We also recommend you pack a medical kit with:
• DEET-based insect repellent
• Paracetamol or ibuprofen for pain relief
• Anti-itch ointment, such as hydrocortisone
• Sunscreen
• Antihistamine for allergy treatment, such as zyrtec, Benadryl
• Bacitracin for wound care, such as Neosporin
• Diarrhea treatment, such as Imodium
Some medications may be difficult to find in Cambodia: be sure you travel with a full supply of any prescribed medicine you need.
