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Explore of historical and cultural sites and the coastal regions in Cambodia to become one amazing, that will be including the visit of Phnom Penh - Cambodia's capital which exudes provincial charm and tranquility, its French colonial mansions, tree line boulevards and monumental Angkorian architecture illuminates its ambience, Siem Reap City is the home of Angkor wat, one of the greatest religious monuments in the world.
Arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport, you will be greeted by your guide who will accompany you to your hotel for installation. You have the free day at leisure to rest from your long journey to reach the Kingdom and to prepare for the visit of tomorrow
Breakfast at the hotel. Explore tour in Phnom Penh tour with a difference; a cyclo tour of the city. A popular form of transport throughout Southeast Asia, the cyclo is still widely used in the Cambodian capital and is a fantastic way to see the sights as part of your Cambodia holiday. Morning explore central Phnom Penh colonial buildings as well as modern, post-independence architecture. Meant to be a brief historical introduction to the city, the tour includes a selection of well-known buildings as well as some less obvious examples, of religious architecture. We explore the district around the old Post Office, then go to the area south-east of the Central Market. Traveling by cyclo (a Cambodian pedal-powered rickshaw) is a special way of experiencing the streets and buildings of the city. We will enter some buildings and see others from the cyclo, as well as exploring on foot. You will be transfer to have lunch at local restaurant. After lunch transfer car to visit of CHAMPEY ACADEMY OF ARTS is one of the local professional and non-profit schools in Phnom Penh working on Cambodian traditional performing art training and art instruction. Established in January 2013 with the idea of keeping up our traditional performing arts and art work, they exist with their sharp vision to see such knowledge efficiently passed through to next generations. Also, they strongly motivate talent students from poor and/or vulnerable conditions by giving them with various kinds of supports such as free lunch, training uniforms, social activities, outings, mentality support, motivation, and scholarship to keep them learning. With the FFP training programs, those students can use this skill for self-living in proper and safe conditions in the future. Next transfer to visit of the French built the Royal Palace, located between 184th Street and 240th Street, in 1866. The entry is at the Samdech Sothearos Boulevard, formerly Lenin Boulevard, not far from the banks of the Tonle Sap River. Among various buildings within the walls the Throne Hall ranks as most important. This Khmer-style building was erected only in 1917. It is used only on special occasions. Attached to the Throne Hall is a tower, 59 meters high. Silver Pagoda (or the temple of the Emerald Buddha), formerly a wooden building, was rebuilt in 1962 in concrete and marble. The pagoda is floored with over 5000 silver tiles each weighing 1 kilo. It is famous for its 90 kg solid gold Buddha made in 1907 and an emerald Buddha said to be made of baccarats crystal. Note: During the visit of Royal Palace – visitors should wear shirts or blouse covering shoulders and arms and long skirts and trousers covering legs (no miniskirt or short trousers). Visit of Royal Palace is subject to be reconfirmed if the King is in residence or during traditional events. the final day transfer to visit of National Museum of Arts is to the North of the palace grounds, on the opposite side of 184th street. A French architect designed the building in Khmer-style in 1920. The most important artifacts are sculptures from the Angkor era and before. Read more
Afternoon breakfast, you will be transfer to Phnom Penh International airport for departure to Siem Reap (See supplement price). Up on arrival in Siem Reap, you will be greeted by your guide who will accompany you to your visit the Angkor temple. Visit the pre-Angkorian site and site of the ancient capital of Jayavarman II, Hariharalaya; the "Roluos" group is made up of three major temples: Preah Ko, Bakong and Lolei. Finish the visit of the temple you will have transferred to have a lunch at local restuarant. After lunch, you will now get into an in-depth tour of Angkor Wat, THE masterpiece of Khmer arts at its glory. It is the most famous temple and largest religious structure in the world, as well as the most impressive of all the Angkor monuments, which five towers, with a golden rosé color, became the emblem of all the successive regimes of Cambodia. Note: During your visit of the Angkor Wat Temples, visitors should wear shirts or blouses covering your shoulders and arms and long skirts or trousers covering your legs (no miniskirts or shorts above the knee). Children under 12 year-old are not allowed to climb up to the main Bakan Tower during the visit, and the Central Tower will be closed during the Khmer Buddhist Day, 4 days a month according to the Lunar calendar. Read more
In the morning, departure from the hotel, the experience a half day ride in a traditional Tuk Tuk (2 pax per tuk tuk) visiting the great South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of Leper King. Discover the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the capital of Angkor until the 15th century served as the religious and administrative center of the vast and powerful Khmer empire. It is a microcosm of the universe embracing the Bayon with its giant stone faces - one of the most recognizable images connected to classic Khmer art. Lunch at local restaurant. After lunch, transfer by car to visit of Ta Prohm is one of the most beautiful and famous temples in the area, as it have been (almost) untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery. For all would-be Mouhots and closet Indiana Jones, Ta Prohm is the perfect lost-temple-in-the-jungle: Strangler figs and kapok trees entwine themselves around the ruins of Ta Prohm. Their roots burst apart even the thickest of walls, yet their clinging embrace prevents the walls' collapse. Read more
After breakfast, a road journey to Koh Ker takes you through the Cambodian countryside, and further to the Northeast of the Kulen National Park. A further 85 kms from the small village of Seong, passing through some remote villages and a beautiful forest populated by deer, be amazed by the imposing pyramid temple that dates back to the 9th to 12th century, and is also known by its ancient former name Chok Gargyar. The ensemble consists of five successive brick towers aligned in a single row – a not so common style indeed – with the massive pyramid at the background. The site of this former capital city – and contemporary to Angkor itself – is covered with an impressive 80 known-temples! Lunch at local restaurant. On your way back to Siem Reap, the little temple of Boeung Mealea (11th century) is indeed worth a visit! The vast expanse of this “Jungle Temple” covers an approximate 1.20 square kilometers and is being invaded by the forest. Built in the Angkor Wat style, Boeung Mealea must have served of a prototype of sort for Angkor Wat, and is located at about 60 kms from Siem Reap (about a 2hr30 road journey time). Its solemn beauty is certainly due to its peaceful and out-of-time atmosphere and to the constant fight between Mother Nature and the Mineral Stones! Return back to Siem Reap. You will be transfer to have dinner at local restaurant with Apasara dance show. Read more
Breakfast at hotel, after transfer to visit of Les Artisan D’Angkor and shopping at Phsar Chas. Visit « Les Artisans d' Angkor », a complete visit of the arts and crafts school will take you through the various training and production workshops of the les Artisans d'Angkor. Discover the traditional techniques used for wood sculpting, stone carving, lacquer work, polychrome and stone patina work, with the explanations of a dedicated guide. www.artisansdangkor.com. Phsar Cha, traditional market offering food & goods geared toward locals, including produce & clothing. You will then be transferred to Siem Reap International Airport for your return flight home or to another destination. Read more
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