CAMBODIA JOURNEY: SOUTH TO NORTH (CCT06)

This tour takes the southern route along lake Tonle Sap between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Discover floating villages, a former capital city and the charming provincial town of Battambang. Before pulling in to Siem Reap stop at the less well-known temple Banteay Chhmar and then enjoy the sumptuous temples of the Angkor Temple Complex.

This tour takes the southern route along lake Tonle Sap between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Discover floating villages, a former capital city and the charming provincial town of Battambang. Before pulling in to Siem Reap stop at the less well-known temple Banteay Chhmar and then enjoy the sumptuous temples of the Angkor Temple Complex.

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Day 1

BATTAMBANG - BANTEAY CHHMAR - SIEM REAP(B/L)

After breakfast, drive 120 km to the northwestern province of Banteay Meanchey to visit the ancient temple of Banteay Chhmar (12th to early 13th century). Thought to have been built by Jayarvarman II, it was later rebuilt by Jayarvarman VII as a funerary temple for his sons and four generals killed during the Cham invasion of 1177.

In the afternoon pass through beautiful rice paddies before continuing on to Siem Reap. Stop on the way to visit Banteay Top, another wonderful and remote ancient temple. Near Siem Reap, visit the village of Puok Silk Farm. Arrive in Siem Reap in the late afternoon. Overnight in Siem Reap.

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Day 2

SIEM REAP- ANGKOR TEMPLES(B - L)

After breakfast, visit Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. Enter the area through the ancient South Gate, an impressive stone gate carved with Elephants and four giant faces and in the center where the Bayon Temple is located. This 12th century masterpiece is a study in grandeur and is well known for its 54 towers with enigmatic faces representing the 54 provinces of the Great Khmer Empire. Continue to the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Overnight in Siem Reap.

In the afternoon, depart to Angkor Wat, Built during the reign of King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century, Angkor Wat is the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. Return SiemReap town and on the way, discover Khmer natural and handmade products during a visit to a local handicraft center.

Overnight in SiemReap.

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Day 3

SIEMREAP- BANTEAY SREI- KBAL SPEAN (B-L)

After breakfast, drive to the North of Angkor area to visit the pretty temple of Banteay Srei, it is also called The Citadel of Women which remains the best preserved temple in Cambodia.

After breakfast, visit the twin temples of Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda (early 12th century). Continue visit the unfinished mountain-temple of Ta Keo, the Srah Srang holy pond, Bantey Kdei and finally visit the Ta Phrom, located on the southern edge of the East Baray, it was founded by the Khmer King Jayavarman VII as a Mahayana Buddhist monastery. Ta Prohm has been left in much the same condition in which it was found with trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings
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Day 4

SIEM REAP – ANGKOR TEMPLES – TONLE SAPLAKE (B/L)

After breakfast, depart for Roluos group of temples, the oldest of all Angkorian temples including the temples of Lolei, Preah Ko and the pyramid of Bakong which is the first of the great pyramid mountain. Continue into Roluos town to visit a local market, untouched by tourism, follows the course of the Roluos river to the navigable point where board a Sampan for the journey down to Kompong Phluck, a commune and village in Siem Reap Province in northern-central Cambodia. It is a floating village on the Tonle Sap lake. Continue the interesting cruise along the lake, where we have the opportunity to see the stilt houses and learn about daily life of people, the impressive flooded forests and glorious sunset. Return SiemReap in the afternoon.

Overnight in SiemReap.

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Day 5

SIEM REAP (B)

After breakfast, take a Tuk Tuk for a short ride to visit the National Museum, free time for relax before transfer to the airport for a departing flight.

Our prices include:

  • Accommodation at selected hotels.
  • Transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle.
  • English speaking guides for tours.
  • Private boat for cruise on Tonle Sap Lake.
  • Entry fees for sightseeing.
  • Meals as mentioned: (B) for breakfast, (L) for lunch, (D) for dinner.
  • Taxes: V.A.T.

Our prices do not include:

  • Visa for Cambodia.
  • International flights and airport taxes.
  • Drinks, tips, personal expenses and all services not note specifically mentioned in the program.

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