Classic Cambodia
Classic Cambodia
Classic Cambodia
13 Days Starting and ending in 11.544873,104.892167
Visiting: Cambodia
Tour operator:
Tour code:
224
Recommended For:
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Group size:
1 - 20
Age range:
8-95
Special diets catered:
Request dietary needs
Tour operated in:
EnglishTrip Styles:
Tour Overview
This is a sample private tour itinerary and we can customise the daily itinerary, duration and accommodation levels and styles as much or as little as you wish.
Highlights
Itinerary
Arrive Phnom Penh. Meet and greet at airport and transfer to your hotel.
OVERNIGHT:
Phnom Penh hotel
EXTRAS:
Single Room Supplement (CATMCC), Extra day in Phnom Penh - pre-tour
Day 2: Phnom Penh city tour
Today we visit the Royal Palace compound build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom. This palace is one of impressive, colourful, Khmer-style. Close to the Royal Palace is Silver Pagoda (The Emerald Buddha temple), where you will see many Buddha Statues displayed that are decorated and made of diamond, emerald, gold and silver. You will then proceed to the Independence Monument which was constructed in 1954 after the Cambodian’s took their country back from the French, before continuing to the National Museum, a distinctive red building with beautiful Khmer architecture was built in 1917 and contains more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper and wood. Next we visit Tuol Sleng prison (Genocide Museum) the Khmer Rouge regime’s biggest secret also known as S-21 which stands for "Security Office 21" and was Angkor's premier security institution, specifically designed for the interrogation and extermination of anti Angkor elements. We pass through the River Front park and continue to the sacred sites of Wat Phnom before walking along the Mekong River bank to see the lovely Phnom Penh city at night.
OVERNIGHT:
Phnom Penh hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 3: Flight to Siem Reap & afternoon city tour
Transfer to the airport for morning flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival transfer to hotel accommodation. Afterward we visit the Angkor National Museum where you will use state of art multimedia technology to take you back in time to the ancient Khmer civilization. The museum exhibits artefacts that are set into 8 galleries in the chorological order with the exclusive gallery of 1000 Buddha statues showing how the Buddhist religion is spiritually linked to the ancient Khmer civilization.
We continue to visit the fabulous Ta Prohm, embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers, as well as Prasat Kravan - With its unique brick sculptures, Srah Srang - "The Royal Baths" was once used for ritual bathing, Banteay Kdei - surrounded by four concentric walls Thommanon and Chaosay Tevorda temple.
OVERNIGHT:
Siem Reap hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 4: Cycling tour to the main temples
Today we will cycle (approx 45mins) to the cities world heritage area. On the way we will cycle through the jungle and pass local villages & shops.
You will visit the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), see the South Gate, Bayon Temple - unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.
The afternoon tour starts with a visit to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendour. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology. Visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill.
OVERNIGHT:
Siem Reap hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 5: Morning Angkor tour
After breakfast we continue our Siem Reap sightseeing with a visit to Banteay Srei: nearly everyone's favourite site. The special charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and the excellence of it decorative carving; Banteay Samre: Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor has to offer; visit Eastern Mebon used to be in the middle the waters of the large Oriental Baray that is presently filled with rice-fields; Neak Poan was supposed to be a symbol of the Universe; Preah Khan built in 1191 according to the tradition on a spot where the king fought a crucial battle against the Cham.
OVERNIGHT:
Siem Reap hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 6: Morning Angkor tour
Morning tour to Roulos Group, Preah Ko, Bakon, Lolei and Prasat Prei Monti. The afternoon is free for you to explore more or relax at your hotel.
OVERNIGHT:
Siem Reap hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 7: Morning Tonle Sap, then flight to Phnom Penh
Morning visit Tonle Sap and a local village including fishing boat trip. Afternoon transfer to Siem Reap airport for flight to Phnom Penh.
OVERNIGHT:
Phnom Penh hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 8: Boat trip & afternoon visit to Choeung Ek
In the morning, we take a boat along the Mekong River to visit Koh Dach, also known as 'Silk Island'. We can see the weaving techniques first-hand and experience the realities of village life. The silk they weave is sold to buyers from Phnom Penh and beyond, so buying direct from the weavers here is much cheaper.
Continue to visit Choeung Ek museum, between 1975 and 1978 about 17,000 men, women, children and infants detained and tortured at S-21 prison were transported to the extermination camp of Choeung Ek.
This afternoon we will go shopping at Toul Tompong Market (called Russian Market), so-named because of the prevalence of items from the Eastern Bloc in past times, the Russian Market today is a treasure trove for tourists.
OVERNIGHT:
Phnom Penh hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 9: Morning drive from Phnom Penh to Kep
Morning departure for the beach-side town of Kep. Kep is very interesting, beautiful and quiet fishing town, however the beach in not the best available. If you are more interested in a really good beach or a more busy town, alternative accommodation at Sihanoukville or Kampot is available.
OVERNIGHT:
Kep hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 10: Morning tour of Kampot & free afternoon
Morning tour of Kampot. Free afternoon.
OVERNIGHT:
Kep hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 11: Free day in Kep
This is a free day in Kep to relax and do some sunbathing or go on a optional boat trip to Rabbit Island.
OVERNIGHT:
Kep hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 12: Return to Phnom Penh
Free morning in Kep before afternoon transfer back to Phnom Penh.
OVERNIGHT:
Phnom Penh hotel
MEALS:
Breakfast
Day 13: Transfer to the airport for departure
Depending on your flight time you'll have some free time today, to do a little more exploring or last minute shopping, before we transfer you to Phnom Penh airport for your flight home.
OVERNIGHT:
N/A
MEALS:
Breakfast
EXTRAS:
Extra day in Phnom Penh - post-tour
What's Included
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All Accommodation
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All meals indicated in your itinerary
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Airport transfers at the start and end of your trip
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Site entrance fees for all tours detailed in your itinerary
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Qualified tour guide to accompany you on all sightseeing
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Private vehicles for all road journeys indicated
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Comprehensive pre-departure material
What's Not Included
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International flights (can be arranged on request)
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Cambodia Tourist Visa
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Departure taxes
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Tips
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Meals, drinks & snacks not mentioned in the itinerary
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Any other items not mentioned in the itinerary
More Info
This is a sample private tour itinerary and we can customise the daily itinerary, duration and accommodation levels and styles as much or as little as you wish.
Check out our Q&As
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Are all the relevant entry visa’s included in the price of the tour?
Visa arrangements are the responsibility of the traveller, and requirements are subject to change by the local authorities.
Many nationalities (including British, EU, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand amoungst many others) can obtain a 30-day tourist visa on arrival in Phnom Penh or Siem Reap Airport (and some land borders). At the time of publishing the visa fee is $30.00. You'll need to make sure you have a passport sizes photograph for the visa. If you are arriving via Phnom Penh or Siem Reap Airports then you can obtain an e-visa prior to arrival at - www.evisa.gov.kh/ (these are not accepted at land borders).
As visa regulations often change we recommend that you check this information with your nearest consulate. Obtaining the correct visa is the responsibility of the traveller. -
Is travel insurance compulsory?
Yes! Travel insurance is compulsory on all of our tours and needs to cover personal accident & liability, medical expenses and repatriation, travel delay & abandonment. We also strongly recommend that you take out cover against cancellation and lost/stolen baggage. Personal medical insurance does not normally provide sufficient cover and is generally not suitable for travel on our tours. You will not be able to join your tour if you have not provided us with details of your insurance or if you arrive without cover in place (no refunds will be due in this event).
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What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?
You are always able to change your travel date. However, some charges may apply depending on how long before your departure you make the change. Our flexible booking conditions and reduced charges will apply if you are changing date because of a Covid-19 reason or because your government is advising against travel to your destination. Please check our detailed booking conditions for full details.
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When is my balance payment due?
60 days prior to departure
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Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?
On most of our group tours, solo travellers may choose to form a temporary 'tour bubble' and share a room with another traveller of the same sex in the group. If a room share is not available then a single room supplement may be payable, with the costs for these kept as low as possible. We have also removed compulsory single supplements from many of our tours, and are reducing the cost by 50% on s
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Can I transfer my booking to someone else?
Customers may transfer their booking or any Credit on File to another person who satisfies all the relevant conditions to the tour, provided that we are notified not less than 7 days before departure, and the transferee agrees to these booking conditions and all other terms of the contract between us. The Client and new booker are jointly and severally responsible for any outstanding payments and a transfer administration fee of GBP50 / USD75 / CAD100 / AUD100 / NZD100 / EUR75 / ZAR1000 / INR5000 or GBP100 / USD150 / CAD200 / AUD200 / NZD200 / EUR150 / ZAR2000 / INR10,000 if the transfer is made less than 60 days before departure. Important Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended or transferred after they have been confirmed (for example flight tickets, Gorilla Permits) and any alteration could incur a cancellation and rebooking charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements.
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Transfer as credit to Future Tours
Encounters Travel allows you to transfer existing payments to a future tour to avoid cancellation fees if you can't travel and inform encounters travel, 60 days before departure.
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Low Deposit
Encounters Travel requires a minimum deposit of 150 GBP per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.
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Cancellation Policy
We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of encounters travel charges.
Up to 61 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.
At 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 35% of booking price.
At 41 days before tour starts: Forfeit 70% of booking price.
At 27 days before tour starts: Forfeit 90% of booking price.
At 14 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.