Siem Reap- Phnom Penh 9 Days 8 Nights private tour

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Day 1: Arrival Siem Reap

Pick up from the airport and transfer to the hotel check in. Remain of the day is free and overnight at hotel

Day 2: Siem Reap – City tours (B/L/D)

After breakfast - take a walk along the road in front of the King’s Residence to see the Main Shrine, where the local people usually worship, with its statue of YeayTeap, PreahAngChek and PreahAngChorm. Buying jasmine and lotus flowers to worship is very important for the Cambodians. Continue to Wat Bo, a large, highly respected pagoda, founded in the 18th Century. Like the Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh, the vihear of Wat Bo contains unique wall paintings of the Reamker that are said to be late 19th Century. Look for the daily-life market scenes such as an opium smoking Chinese merchant, the colonial era French officer at the market and the French soldiers attending a traditional dance performance. Also of interest is the large collection of Buddha statues located behind the main Buddha.
This afternoon, take TukTuk to discover village and enjoy dinner with Khmer Apsara Dance show at local restaurant. Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

Day 3: Siem Reap Tours (B/L/D)

Breakfast at the hotel - heading out of town we make our way by traveling on a newly paved road to the intricately carved and well preserved temple of BanteaySrei. Along the way we make stopover at the Preah Dark village and we follow these with a visit the BanteaySamre Temple adorned with impressive relief’s depicting scenes of Vishunu as well as Krishna legends. Afternoon, we explore the jungle covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man’s creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. We also explore the grand circuit with Preah Khan, Kravan, NeakPean, KrolKo, Ta Som, East Mebon and Pre Rup Temples where we will view the sunset for the end of the day. Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

Day 4: Siem Reap Tours (B/L/D)

An early bird special: Transfer to Angkor for sunrise earlier in the morning. Return for breakfast at the hotel. Continue your visit to the wondrous ancient ruins with 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, the Terrace of the Leper King and the largest as well as the most complete temple of Angkor Wat. This architectural masterpiece was constructed in the 12th century and covers an area of about 210 hectares. We stroll around this massive edifice, seeing the many galleries with Colums, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. Early evening, you will be taken by TukTuk, a small open-sided taxi common in Cambodia, to cruise around the suburb of Siem Reap town and for a blessing ceremony by Buddhist monks for happiness, prosperity and safety for your journey. Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

Day 5: Siem Reap – Tonle Sap Lake – Artisan D’Angkor (B/L)

Option 1: After breakfast - Drive to Chong Khneas village, where you will take the boat to visit the way of life Cambodian poor people along with schools, restaurants, hospitals and much more floating on the great lake of Tonle Sap. Return to city and stop at Artisan D’Angkor, home of handicraft Center where you can buy souvenir gifts home. Lunch at local restaurant before drop off at hotel.Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Option 2: Visit Angkor National Museum with thousands of Art galleries and reveal legend of Angkor. Then continue to visit the killing fields at WatThmey before spend your last trip to Artisan D’Angkor home of handicraft center or Old Market, a lively outdoor market where you will find antiquities, silver and gold jewelry, gems, silk, Kramas, stone and wood carvings, as well as T-Shirts, CDs and other souvenirs.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap

Day 6: Siem Reap – Phnom Penh (B)

After breakfast – our driver will pick up and transfer to airport for boarding to Phnom Penh. On arrival, meet driver and you will transfer to check in at hotel (room is may be ready at noon). Remain of the day is free and overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.

Day 7: Phnom Penh – Tours (B/L/D)

After breakfast – we drive to visit the TuolSleng Prison Museum and the notorious ‘Killing Fields’ of ChoeungEk, which will give us a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. Come back you will have a quick look at PsarToul Tom Pong, also called the Russian Market”, where anything and everything is for sales and then have lunch before go relax at hotel.
This afternoon, continue your visit to see Wat Phnom Temple. Then we will visit the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda. The Palace is a magnificent example of Khmer architecture, it was built in 1866. You will see the Throne Hall and the Napoleon III Pavilion. Silver Pagoda is one of the richest shrines in the world. The floor is made of 5.000 silver tiles. Lastly, visit the National Museum, a Khmer red pavilion, which is dedicated to Khmer art and sculpture. The majority are from the Angkor period (9th to 15th century), and then we will take one hour boat cruise on the Mekong river. Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 8: Phnom Penh – Tamao Zoo (B/ L)

09:10 am - transfer by TukTuk to Lazy Gecko Café where you will joint tour to visit the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center, home to over 12,000 animals and is the biggest rescue center in Cambodia. You will return around 5-6pm. Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 9: Phnom Penh - Departure (B)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to airport without guide for departure.

PACKAGE INCLUDED

-   Private transfer by A/C vehicle as program
- English speaking guide during the tour
-   Accommodation based on double/twin share
-   Meals as mentioned (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
-   All entrance fees as indicated sights
-   Boat trip at Tonle Sap Lake & 4 Face Rivers
-   Government taxes & service charges
-   Cold mineral water & wet towel during the trip

PACKAGE EXCLUDED

- Visa fee 30$
- Domestic/International air ticket
- Personal expenses, tipping( not compulsory)
- Travel insurance
- Beverages during meals

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Valid from 1 January 2016 to 30 Sept 2017
•   Solo travelers can travel with the surcharge - please contact us.
•   Children policies
o   Children under 5 years old sharing the bed with parents is free of charge (no extra bed provided).
o   Children from 5 – 8 years old will be required to pay 80% of tour price, sharing the bed with parents. Or pay full price to have an extra bed.

NOTE

- Itinerary may be changed due to unexpected weather conditions
- Hotel will be replaced by similar standard option only in case of full booking.
- Visit to Tonle Sap Lake from March – Aug is not worth to visit due to water is very low and smelly. You can choose to visit Angkor National Museum &The Killing Fields of WatThmey instead of Tonle Sap Lake.