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Itinerary
Day 1: The Sights of
Phnom Penh
We begin this trip in afternoon exploring the streets of Phnom Penh
by Cyclo, visiting the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda.
Accommodation: Castle Hotel
Day 2: Journey to the North East (B, L, D)
We travel northeast towards Kampong Cham stopping off at Phnom Pros
and Phnom Srei, before lunch in Kratie. We now head to Sre Po
Village and to the Stung Treng Women’s Development Centre, where
venerable women are taught the art of silk weaving. The day ends at
Tonle Training Centre where an excellent Khmer meal is served by the
students.
Accommodation: Gold River Hotel
Day 3: Elephant Treking (B, L)
We continue our journey to Banlung in the Ratanakiri province and
enjoy lunch at the hotel before our afternoon elephant ride through
the forest to the fabulous Katieng Waterfall. You have the
opportunity to wash and feed the elephants and also have time for a
swim before returning back to town.
Accommodation: Treetop Eco Lodge
Day 4: Local Home Stay and Hill Tribe Villages (B, L, D)
We leave early in the morning for our 2 day trip. We first visit the
beautiful 14m high Chaong waterfall that you can actually get
behind, before heading to the tribal villages north of Ban Lung. On
the way we pass the ancient lava fields and visit the tribal village
of La Ork, Kala and Kress, where we can explore and learn from the
local hill tribe people. Dinner is prepared for us by the local
villagers of Ta Veng and here is where we sleep in a basic local
home stay, set up by our guide.
Accommodation: Ta Veng Homestay
Day 5: Tumpoun Cemeteries (B, L)
After breakfast a boat takes us to the tribal cemeteries of Tumpoun
that can only be found in the Ratanakiri province. We then head
downstream towards an ethnic Chinese and Lao village so you can
learn more about the ethnicity of these two minority groups. We head
onwards to Voen Sai where our 4x4 awaits us to bring us back to
Banlung. In the late afternoon we climb up a small hill to a
reclining Buddha to enjoy the sunset.
Accommodation: Treetop Eco Lodge
Day 6: Koh Trong Island (B, L)
Leaving Ban Lung we drive to Kratie. After lunch we take a ferry to
Koh Trong Island, which is a small island in the middle of the
Mekong just opposite Kratie town. We rent bicycles from the local
community for our easy and peaceful 9km ride to explore the islands
traditional wooden Khmer houses and pagoda’s stopping off several
times to taste the delicious and famous island fruits. Then back to
Kratie for a stroll along the riverside for a magnificent sunset.
Accommodation: Oudom Sambath Hotel
Day 7: Irrawaddy Dolphins (B, L)
We start the day with a trip on a traditional fishermen boat which
takes you on a one hour cruise of the dolphin pool of Kampi. This is
the largest dolphin pool on the Mekong River and the natural habitat
of the critically endangered Mekong Dolphin (Irrawaddy Dolphin).
Next we head off to Sen Monorom in the Modulkiri province and arrive
in Sen Monorom in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Modulkiri Hotel
Day 8: Bou Sraa Waterfall (B, L)
We start the day on a 20km mountain bike ride towards Romnear 1
waterfall, once off the main road we cycle through some fabulous
scenery and stunning views. Once at the waterfall you can enjoy some
free time and relax with a swim in the amazing pools and have lunch
in one of the wooden huts along the river. We head back to town by
car and onwards to Bou Sraa, Cambodia’s largest waterfall. An
absolutely astonishing sight were during the dry season we will be
able to enjoy a swim in the pools at the bottom of the falls, before
heading back to Sen Monorom in the late afternoon.
Accommodation: Modulkiri Hotel
Day 9: Mondulkiri to Phnom Penh (B, L)
Today we have a long drive ahead of us back to Phnom Penh. We will
however be able to stop several times to stretch our legs and to
take pictures. We will have lunch in a local restaurant along the
way.
Accommodation: Castle Hotel
Day 10: Phnom Penh (B)
Today you are free to enjoy the city your leisure.
Accommodation: Castle Hotel
Day 11: S21 and the Killing Fields (B, L)
We begin the day with a visit to the infamous Tuol Sleng museum
(S-21) and then on to Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) which is located
about 17km southwest of Phnom Penh, and is the best known of the
various Killing Field sites in Cambodia.
After lunch we drive to Phnom Santuk and climb the 800+ steps to the
top and admire the magnificent views and to see the two reclining
Buddha’s, before heading back down for our journey onto to Kampong
Thom.
Accommodation: Sambor Village
Day 12: Sambor Prei Kuk (B, L)
Today we visit the beautiful 6th century Sambor Prei Kuk. A local
guide will join us and explian all about the history of the three
main temple sites, Prasat Sambor, Prasat Tao and Prasat Yeai Poeun.
You can choose to either walk the sites or use a locally rented
bicycle to cycle the beautiful jungle paths that link the three main
sites. We end the trip with picnic lunch provided by the locals at
the Isanborei Crafts hut where several locally produced handicrafts
are displayed. We head back towards Kampong Thom and continue our
journey to Siem Reap.
Accommodation: Lotus Lodge
Day 13: Angkor (B, L)
Today begins with a guided exploration of the magnificent jungle
ruins of Angkor, taking in the masterpiece of Angkor Wat to view its
architecture and bas reliefs. After lunch we discover Angkor Thom,
Bayon, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. We
watch the sun set over Angkor Wat from Phnom Bakheng.
Accommodation: Lotus Lodge
Day 14: Beang Mealea and the Floating Village (B, L)
We start today with the mysterious 12th century jungle temple of
Beng Mealea, best described as an “Indiana Jones” experience,
swallowed up by the trees, vines, and moss of the jungle. After
lunch we take half a day to discover Kampong Khleang, the largest
floating village near Siem Reap. During the dry season you can walk
between the stilts on which the houses are built. In wet season,
when the lake is at peak level, the water rises within one or two
meters of the building floors. A local family will take you by boat
on a tour and discover the splendour of these houses. You will be
back in time for lunch at Siem Reap around 12.30pm and enjoy the
rest of the day at your leisure.
Accommodation: Lotus Lodge
Day 15: Siem Reap (B)
Today you are free to enjoy at your leisure.
Accommodation: Lotus Lodge
Day 16: Tonle Sap Lake Cruise (B)
After an early breakfast we take the most beautiful boat trip on
Tonle Sap Lake. We will enter the Sangkaer River taking in floating
villages and through beautiful protected wetlands and narrow
waterways. You are able to totally relax as you meander the
waterways getting an insight into the lives of the local fishermen,
before arriving in Battambang.
Khemera Hotel
Day 17: Battambang (B, L)
We start the day with a
climb to an ancient Angkorian temple on top of Phnom Banan, were you
are rewarded with amazing views of the area. Then back down to a
magnificent Lotus Pond and the natural caves of Kouhea Preah Teuk
that host some Buddha Statues.
We continue from here to Phnom Sampeu where we enjoy lunch before
climbing the hill of Sampeu to visit the so called ‘Killing Caves’,
pagoda and ancient hill top temple that offers spectacular views.
Perhaps the highlight of the day comes in the form of a picturesque
Bamboo train ride through the countryside, before returning to
Battambang.
Accommodation: Khemera Hotel
Day 18: Battambang to Phnom Penh (B, L)
Today we will transfer back to Phnom Penh stopping off in Kampong
Chhnang for lunch in a local restaurant.
Accommodation: Castle Hotel
Day 19: Phnom Penh (B)
Today you are free at leisure until your transfer to the airport.
Tour includes:
Airport pick up and drop off
Overnights as mentioned (twin/double shared room)
Excursions as mentioned
Transportation (private vehicle with driver)
English speaking Tour leader on entire tour
English speaking local guide on day 1, 3 to 8, 11 to 14, 17
Meals as mentioned (B-Breakfast, L-Lunch & D-Dinner - excludes
drinks)
Entrance Fees
Drinking water and fruits (daily)
Tour excludes:
Visa fees, currently $20 per person
International airport tax, currently $25 per person
All International flight tickets to and from Cambodia
Meals, unless mentioned differently
Beverages and personal expenses
Other excursions and entrance fees
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