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7-Day Cambodia Temples and Beach

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Overview

This wonderful trip combines culture and beach time in Cambodia. Enjoy a trip to the incredible Angkor complex, undoubtedly the most famous religious complex in the world. See the floating villages on Tonle Sap and get a better understanding for local life, paddling around the floating markets, stilted houses, fish farms, and rice paddies.

Visit Phnom Penh, the capital of the country, we will go to the Art Deco Central Market to see the countless stalls selling all kinds of goods. Spend the last few days of your 1 week in Cambodia on a beach getaway in Sihanoukville. Relax on the sandy shore and take a dip in the warm water or opt to go on a snorkelling trip.
Sightseeing
Culture & Arts
Beach & Sea

Itinerary

Day 1

Siem Reap Arrival

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Siem Reap Arrival

Arriving at the airport, you will be welcomed by your tour guide in Siem Reap. The first stop of your wonderful 1 week in Cambodia will be at West Baray big pond - a “baray” is a water reservoir built by the ancient Khmer people. This is followed by a visit to Pre Rup temple for a stunning sunset view. In the evening we have a traditional welcome dinner with Apsara, the traditional Khmer performance, which is not merely dance but tells an interesting story.

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    Accommodation

    Lin Ratanak Angkor Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    West Baray

    Pre Rup Temple

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    Restaurants

    Koulen RestaurantOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport to Krong Siem Reap

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    Destinations

    Siem Reap

Day 2

Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat

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Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat

After breakfast at the hotel, we begin our full day of sightseeing at the South Gate of Angkor Thom. Known as Big Angkor, Angkor Thom was the longest-lasting capital of the ancient Khmer Empire. In the afternoon visit Angkor Wat, the most well-preserved temple in Angkor and most famous religious complex in the world.

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    Accommodation

    Lin Ratanak Angkor Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    South Gate of Angkor Thom

    Bayon Temple

    Terrace of the Elephants

    Terrace Of The Leper King

    Ta Prohm

    Angkor Wat

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    Restaurants

    Grill Wine Café in Siem ReapOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Siem Reap

Day 3

The Killing Fields and Tonle Sap

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The Killing Fields and Tonle Sap

After filling up on breakfast at the hotel, this morning takes us to Wat Thmei (Killing Field) where you can see a unique glass-walled stupa containing the bones of victims of the Khmer Rouge. In the afternoon, we visit the unique floating villages in Tonle Sap - the "Great Lake" of Cambodia where we get to see villagers living by the lake. Finish at Wat Bo and the Old Market, also known as Psah Chas, where you can see local people selling their wares.

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    Accommodation

    Lin Ratanak Angkor Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Wat Thmei

    Floating Villages Siem Reap

    Wat Bo

    Psar Chas Market

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    Restaurants

    Damnak Lounge Fine DiningOptional Activity

    Khmer GrillOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Siem Reap

    Kampong Phluk

Day 4

Fly to Phnom Penh

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Fly to Phnom Penh

Today you are free to explore the surrounding area in the morning before heading to the airport to catch a flight to Phnom Penh. Phnom Penh retains its traditional Khmer and colonial-style architecture with French villas and large tree-lined sidewalks. Upon arrival, have lunch and check in to your hotel. In the afternoon you will visit the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the Independence Monument, Hill Phnom Daun Penh and the Central Market.

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    Accommodation

    Green Palace Hotel4 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Royal Palace

    Silver Pagoda

    Independence Monument

    Central Market

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    Restaurants

    Bistro LangkaOptional Activity

    Topaz RestaurantOptional Activity

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Krong Siem Reap to Siem Reap-Angkor International Airport

    Plane from Krong Siem Reap to Phnom PenhRequest to Book

    Private Driver from Phnom Penh Airport Helipad to Phnom Penh

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Siem Reap

    Phnom Penh

Day 5

Phnom Penh City Tour and Sihanoukville

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Phnom Penh City Tour and Sihanoukville

In the morning, we visit the Tuol Sleng prison which is now the Genocide Museum, revealing the most secret part of the Khmer Rouge regime. Leaving behind the relics of the horrific history of Cambodia, we will have lunch before going shopping around the Russian market. Enjoy the bustling daily activities of the locals before heading to Sihanoukville, which is stretched 10km along white sandy beaches with dozens of small islands dotted around.

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    Accommodation

    Sea Breeze Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

    Tuol Tom Poung Market

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Phnom Penh to Krong Preah Sihanouk

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Phnom Penh

    Sihanoukville

Day 6

Sihanoukville Boat Trip

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Sihanoukville Boat Trip

In the morning, we will take a boat trip to explore the beauty of the many islands off-shore from Sihanoukville. We disembark to Koh Russei, also called Bamboo Island for a short hike through the forest in the island as well as have leisure time at the fine beach in the north of the island, which is still pristine and lined with Casuarina trees. Activities here include snorkelling, swimming or just relaxing while sunbathing. Late afternoon we return to Sihanoukville.

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    Accommodation

    Sea Breeze Resort3 star

    Note: We will endeavor to book the aforementioned hotels. If, however, we are unable to secure them due to circumstances out of our control, we will replace them with hotels of similar value and standard.
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    Activities

    Bamboo Island Koh RusseiOptional Activity

    Free Time in SihanoukvilleOptional Activity

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    Restaurants

    Hotel in Sihanoukville

    The Secret Garden RestaurantOptional Activity

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sihanoukville

    Krong Preah Sihanouk

Day 7

Departure Day

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Departure Day

You've reached the end of your 1 week in Cambodia. Have breakfast at the hotel in the morning, then you are free until it is time to transfer to Phnom Penh airport for your departing flight.

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    Transportations

    Private Driver from Phnom Penh to Phnom Penh Airport Helipad

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    Meals

    Breakfast

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    Destinations

    Sihanoukville

Included in Price

  • 6 nights accommodation
  • 18 activities
  • 6 breakfasts
  • Airport transfer
  • Entrance fees
  • Ground transportation
  • Licensed English speaking guides

Not Included in Price

  • Alcohol beverages
  • Domestic flights
  • Entry visas / airport departure tax
  • Gratuities
  • International flights
  • Laundry
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Trekking permits
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