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Explore Phnom Penh, the temples of Angkor and life on Tonle Sap Lake on a six-day private tour.
Best suited for: Couples, friends and independent travellers looking to discover the region.
Explore Cambodia through Phnom Penh, the temples of Angkor and life around Tonle Sap Lake. Begin with the capital's history and present-day character before continuing to Siem Reap. Visit Angkor Wat, the tree-rooted ruins of Ta Prohm and quieter temple sites, then take a boat trip to see communities living on the lake.
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Your private driver will meet you at Phnom Penh Airport with a sign bearing your name and take you to your hotel. Settle in after your flight, then enjoy free time to explore the city and find a local restaurant at your own pace.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and begin exploring Phnom Penh. Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, home to a collection of important religious and cultural treasures. Continue to Wat Phnom, the hilltop temple closely associated with the city's founding. In the afternoon, visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the former S-21 prison. Your guide …
After breakfast, meet your guide in the hotel lobby and begin exploring Phnom Penh. Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, home to a collection of important religious and cultural treasures. Continue to Wat Phnom, the hilltop temple closely associated with the city's founding.
In the afternoon, visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the former S-21 prison. Your guide will introduce this difficult period of Cambodian history and explain the site's role under the Khmer Rouge.
Finish at the Russian Market, also known as Toul Tumpong Market, where stalls sell textiles, woodcarvings, silver jewellery, household items and local snacks.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
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After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the shuttle bus for the journey to Siem Reap, which takes approximately five hours. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and take a little time to rest. In the afternoon, visit Artisans Angkor to see traditional wood and stone carving and learn about the centre's work supporting local craftspeople. Continue to Wat …
After breakfast and check-out, transfer to the shuttle bus for the journey to Siem Reap, which takes approximately five hours. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and take a little time to rest.
In the afternoon, visit Artisans Angkor to see traditional wood and stone carving and learn about the centre's work supporting local craftspeople. Continue to Wat Thmey, where a memorial stupa commemorates victims of the Khmer Rouge.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
After breakfast, meet your guide and travel out of Siem Reap to Banteay Srei, admired for its intricate stone carvings. Along the way, stop in the Preah Dark area and visit Banteay Samre, whose reliefs depict scenes from Hindu traditions. Spend the afternoon exploring Angkor Wat. Walk through its columned galleries, admire the detailed bas-reliefs and learn about …
After breakfast, meet your guide and travel out of Siem Reap to Banteay Srei, admired for its intricate stone carvings. Along the way, stop in the Preah Dark area and visit Banteay Samre, whose reliefs depict scenes from Hindu traditions.
Spend the afternoon exploring Angkor Wat. Walk through its columned galleries, admire the detailed bas-reliefs and learn about the stories and beliefs reflected in the temple's design.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
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After breakfast, enter Angkor Thom through its South Gate. Explore Bayon, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to Preah Khan, a sprawling temple complex built by Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his father. In the afternoon, visit Ta Prohm, where large tree roots wrap around the ancient …
After breakfast, enter Angkor Thom through its South Gate. Explore Bayon, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Continue to Preah Khan, a sprawling temple complex built by Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his father. In the afternoon, visit Ta Prohm, where large tree roots wrap around the ancient stonework.
End the day with sunset from Bakheng Hill before returning to your hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
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After breakfast, travel to Tonle Sap Lake for a private boat trip through a floating village. See how homes, schools and other community buildings adapt to life on the water, with their positions changing as water levels rise and fall. After the visit, transfer to Siem Reap Airport for your departure flight. Your tour ends with the airport …
After breakfast, travel to Tonle Sap Lake for a private boat trip through a floating village. See how homes, schools and other community buildings adapt to life on the water, with their positions changing as water levels rise and fall.
After the visit, transfer to Siem Reap Airport for your departure flight.
Your tour ends with the airport transfer.
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| Destination | 3 stars | 4 stars | 5 stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phnom Penh |
LCS Hotel
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Anik Palace
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Palace Gate Hotel Resort
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| Siem Reap |
Royal Crown Hotel & Spa
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Saem Siem Reap
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Borei Angkor
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