Cambodia Classic

The trail from Siem Riep to Phnom Penh blend local life with the nature in a most spectacular and very unique way. From the mysteries and history that are buried in Angkor to the vibrant and elegant city of Phnom Penh, this beautiful experience gives you insight into the realm of Khmer people.

Trip Name: Cambodia Classic - 6 days
Type of trip:
Private
Trip Duration: 6 Days
Starting: Siem Reap City - Cambodia
Finishing: Phnom Penh City - Cambodia
Trip Grading: Regular itinerary, moderate walking
Destinations: Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Angkor, Banteav Srei, Beng Mealea, Khmer Village, Ta Prohm

Flexibility: This sample itinerary can be amended longer or shorter, more or less activities accordingly to meet your expectation.
 
Highlights: Have a couple of nights in Ho Chi Minh City and wish to get a feel for what it is all about. This package includes accommodation, airport transfers, a Cu Chi tunnels, Caodaism Temple tour and Ho Chi Minh city tour of the significant highlights and two days on the complex maze of the Mekong Delta is hardly enough for some people, but this tour will give you a taste of life on the Mekong River and its tributaries.
 
Brief Itinerary

Day 1: Siem Reap Arrival – Angkor Wat

Day 2:
Siem Reap – Banteay Srei – Ta Prohm – Angkor Thom (B,L)

Day 3: Siem Reap – Khmer Village – Hidden temple of Beng Mealea (B,L)

Day 4: Siem Reap – Floating Village – Fly to Phnom Penh (B,L)

Day 5:
Phnom Penh – City Tour (B,L)

Day 6: Phnom Penh – Departure (B)

Detail Itinerary:

Day 1: Siem Reap Arrival – Angkor Wat
Upon arrival, you will meet our guide and be transferred to the hotel in town. After check-in, we will take the walk along the Siem Reap Riverside, and spot the fruit eating bats in front of the Residence of King.  In the afternoon, we will drive to the biggest religious temple in the world - the magnificent Angkor Wat. It is considered a masterpiece of Khmer architecture. We will stay there until sunset.

Meals: N/A
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap



Day 2: Siem Reap – Banteay Srei – Ta Prohm – Angkor Thom (B,L)
Rise bright and early for a “Tuk Tuk” ride to discover the jungle-covered temple of Ta Phrom at sunrise then return to the hotel for breakfast. We begin the temple exploration today at Angkor Thom near west gate. From the enigmatic faces of Bayon Temple to the intricate base reliefs of the Terrace of the Elephants, Angkor Thom is filled with fabulous monuments.
Have lunch at local restaurant.  After lunch, we will drive to Banteay Srei - also one of the most beautiful temples; built in 967 AD by Jayavarman V's guru, it showcases the most exquisite, deep and complex carvings in all Khmer architecture, and Preah Khan meaning “Holy Sword” is one of the largest temple compounds in Angkor and is defended by four concentric walls. The main shrine and its adjoining buildings are richly decorated with Buddhist motifs and scenes from Hindu epics. We will return to Siem Reap in the late afternoon so you can enjoy your free time shopping and relaxing.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap


Day 3: Siem Reap – Khmer Village – Hidden temple of Beng Mealea (B,L)
Today we head out to a Khmer Village, your chance to see what real life is like in Cambodian a village. You can spend time helping a poor village family go about their daily life. This scenic drive takes you through local countryside providing some great photo opportunities. For a few hours you will have rare chance to see inside the life of Cambodian villagers. You may help plant the rice, make a roof or harvest bananas– life revolves around the seasons, so it will vary depending on when you visit. 
Lunch box will be provided by one villager. Following lunch, drive further to Beng Mealea Temple and explore the abandoned temple (11th century), strangled by the jungle. After all the walking, you will receive a voucher for a 60 minute complimentary foot massage for some relaxation before the drive back to Siem Reap.  This evening is free so you may enjoy evening tea, dinner and walk around on your own.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap

Day 4: Siem Reap – Floating Village – Fly to Phnom Penh (B,L)
After breakfast, we are taking a break from temples and going on a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap. This is the largest permanent fresh-water lake in South Asia and flows into Tonle Sap River, joining the Mekong in Phnom Penh. We will see a “floating village” – boats that have been converted to look like houses and the “village” moves from place to place according to the water levels. We continue to one of the city’s lively open markets, Psar Chass, called the “Old Market”, where you can see the locals shopping and going about their lives. Then departure to Phnom Penh by plane, on arrival we meet you again and transfer you to a hotel in the center of Phnom Penh city.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 5: Phnom Penh – City Tour (B,L)
Breakfast at hotel then set out to see the capital city of Phnom Penh which was once considered the loveliest city of Indochina. A city tour acquaints us with some major sights of Phnom Penh.  The Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the notorious ‘Killing Fields’ of Choeung Ek are not to be missed. A visit to these sights provides a deep insight into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge.
In the afternoon, we will enjoy the cyclo ride to visit Royal Palace, which is now home to the royal family. In the northern section of the palace grounds lies the Silver Pagoda, the most sacred one in the country and The National Museum.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 6: Phnom Penh – Departure (B)
After breakfast, you will be free until your transfer to the airport for departure.

Meals: Breakfast

End of services

This tour is built upon our firsthand knowledge & experience, offering you the best choices available. The price of this trip varies depending on the number of people in your party, dates of departure, and availability of ground services.

The prices are quoted in US Dollars per person based on 2 pax/room

Categories

2 pax

4 pax

6 - 8 pax

Single Sup.

Superior

489

389

354

99

First-class

509

410

374

120

Deluxe

566

469

433

184

Child from 4 – 10 years old: 75%


Please click on CUSTOMIZE YOUR TRIPS and supply the required info, we will send you a personalized quote within 24 hours!

Note: Amendments CAN be made to this tour to suite your requirements, but may incur price changes

WHAT'S INCLUDED?
Accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels or similar 
Private vehicles and drivers
Boat trip as mentioned
Private English speaking guides (Other languages if available, upon request)
Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B= Breakfast, L= Lunch, D= Dinner)
Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
Drinking water available on the vehicles.
Service Charge & Government Taxes

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED?
International flights and domestic flights
Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
Any bank fees or charges at your end
Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
Personal Travel Insurance
Tips for tour guide and driver in each region
Peak season or public holidays surcharge if any
Compulsory Gala dinner on X-Mas or New Year if any
Visa fee
Other services not mentioned above

HOTEL SELECTION:

The hotels listed below are our suggestions for the best value on this tour.  However, Asia Essence Tours offers many more options of hand-picked hotels, with different "star ratings", allowing you to customize the vacation to meet your taste and budget.

LOCATIONS

SUPERIOR

FIRST CLASS

DELUXE

Siem Reap

La Niche D’Angkor Boutique

Tara Angkor

Angkor Village Resort & Spa

Phnom Penh

Anise  

Sunway Phnom Penh

Sokha Phnom Penh


ABOUT HOTELS:

We, at Asia Essence Tours, are aware that a good tour must have good hotels. As the hotel cost will be the major expense of your vacation in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, it is essential that all of the hotels chosen by us are the highest quality for the price paid. All of our prices are based on twin, double or queen shared rooms.

BELOW IS AN EXPLANATION OF THE HOTEL "STAR" RATINGS:

First Class/ 3 Star (from US$ 40 - US$ 60 per room/night)

The First Class/ 3 Star Hotels are good value and normally centrally located. They all have comfortable en-suite rooms, good amenities and public areas to relax in. They are usually family run hotels, so offer great personalized service for your enjoyment and comfort. Most first class properties offer an in-house restaurant, and some may even have a swimming pool!

Superior/ 4 star (from US$ 80 - US$ 110/ per room/night)

The 4* superior Hotels offer a wide range of services. Many superior hotels feature a choice of several in-house restaurants. In addition virtually all of them have a swimming pool. Some may even feature a spa or health club. This grade of hotel offers more for your enjoyment and comfort, while still remaining affordable.

Deluxe/ 5 Star (from US$120 - US$ 180++/ per room/night)

These 5* Deluxe hotels are usually owned by Worldwide, well known Hotel chains. The deluxe hotels feature excellent locations, offer the highest standards of service and facilities, and are known as the best hotels in each region. Facilities such as swimming pools and spas are the norm, and guest rooms are luxurious. These hotels offer first class service and amenities throughout.

ASIA ESSENCE TOURS™ BESPOKE STYLE SUITS EVERYONE

Flexibility: The sample itinerary can be modified to suit your interests, budget as well as your personal wishes including departure date, duration, accommodation used & how long you spend in each destination.

Tailor-Made Journey: This trip can be tailor made to create a unique holiday for your individual requirements by travel experts with intimate knowledge of the destination. It is a more individual trip that will suit those who enjoy immersing themselves in new cultures and environments, with the flexibility to plan a trip at your own pace. Quality and value are the hallmark of the trips, with most services being provided on a private basis.

Commitment to Excellence: We enjoys excellent relationships with all of the highly regarded hotels and finest properties in our destinations as well as with service suppliers so that we are able to negotiate the most attractive prices for our clients, which enables us to provide exclusive holidays and affordable special offers. We create one-of-a-kind vacations for groups and individuals. We love our destinations and do our best to make sure that our customers feel the same way. Our job is to make sure that everyone gets the right balance of comfort and excitement to enjoy the experience of a lifetime.


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