Wonder of Cambodia
ID:IOT-0192
Cambodia:Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville

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Enjoy a private tour focusing on Indochina to explore the world heritage of Halong Bay, the wonder of Angkor Ruins and the hidden jewel of Luang Prabang. Come with us to meet the people, experience the culture and savour the cuisine.


Travel Types:
History, Religion and Culture Tours / Relaxation&Romance Tours / Nature&Wildlife Tours / Leisure activities&Adventure Tours / Luxury Tours
Travel Experience:Art,Culture / History / Religion / Sightseeing / Walking, Hiking, Trekking / Cycling / Scuba,Snorkel Diving / Beach / Cruise / Nature,Wildlife

How to book this tour with Indochina Odyssey Tours?
This tour is not a fix departure or joined group tour.We arrange this tour totally according to your schedule and personal needs.From travelling date to itinerary and hotels,every part of this tour is up to you.
Easily have your private Indochina vacation with IOT in 6 steps.
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9 Days / 8 Nights
- Day - 1
- - Phnom Penh
Arrive Phnom Penh by evening flight, Phnom Penh - the city retains its traditional Khmer and colonial charm. French villas along tree-lined boulevards remind the visitor that the city was once considered the gem of Southeast Asia. Recent political changes have triggered an economic boom of sorts, with new hotels, restaurants, bars and nightclubs springing up around the city.Free at your own time in Phnom Penh city. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
- Day - 2
- - Phnom Penh
Firstly, visit to the Royal Palace compound build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom, is the most conspicuous feature and also one of impressive colorful Khmer-style Palaces. Nearside the Royal Palace is Silver Pagoda (The Emerald Buddha temple), display plenty of Buddha Statues that were decorated and made by diamond, emerald, gold and silver. Travelers will proceed to visit Independence Monument which was constructed in 1954 after Cambodian took their country back from French colony, continuing visit to National Museum, the distinctive red building with a beautiful Khmer architecture was build since 1917 and contains more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper, wood and others. Visit Tuol Sleng prison (Genocide Museum) was the most secret organ of the Khmer Rouge regime. S-21 stands for "Security Office 21." was Angkar's premier security institution, specifically designed for the interrogation and extermination of anti Angkar elements. Continue to visit Choeung Ek museum, between 1975 and 1978 about 17,000 men, women, children and infants detained and tortured at S-21 prison were transported to the extermination camp of Choeung Ek.We pass through the River Front park whose scenery is much worth shooting, and continue to the only one hill in town with sacred sites called Wat Phnom before walking along Mekong River bank to see the lovely Phnom Penh city at night with breathtaking view along the river. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
- Day - 3
- - Phnom Penh - Sihanoukville
Morning drive to Sihanoukville, one of the best beach resort destination as well as the ideal place for diving and snorkeling. Arrival at Sihanoukville, check-in at your hotel and rest of the day is free relax after 4 hours' driving. Overnight in Sihanoukville. - Day - 4
- - Sihanoukville
Full day to enjoy Sihanoukville beach, a most beautiful beach of Cambodia. Tourist would be free at their leisure of sun-sea bathing without transfer, guide and meals. Overnight in Sihanoukville. Opional Tour to Ream National Park: Departure from Hotel in the morning: Boat trip through mangrove channel and boat trekking inside the mangrove forest by a small lake to see the park's life. Hike from fishing village through the mountain channel to the natural white sandy beach
( The boat can trek in side a park's small lake when water in the park getting high)
For further trekking more then 1 hours up, please ask the park rangers who is guiding you.
(For Dolphin watching can be seen mainly from November to May)
- Day - 5
- - Sihanoukville
Full day to enjoy Sihanoukville beach, a most beautiful beach of Cambodia. Tourist would be free at their leisure of sun-sea bathing without transfer, guide and meals. Overnight in Sihanoukville. Opional Tour to Koh Takieve or Chrolos, Kohrussei & Tres Island:Departure from Hotel or Guesthouse in the morning:
Snorkeling, Fishing or simply Rest & Relaxation
You will see colorful coral and fish at the first and third islands (Koh Chaluh)
At the second island, we'll have a BBQ'd lunch (Seafood Combo.) then you can swim or relax on a long white sandy beach with reef and coral (Bamboo Island)
On the way backed you may asking for further snorkeling at the third island (Tres Island)
- Day - 6
- - Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh - Siem Reap
To day we have a half day free for relaxation. There are many activities on the beach, you can choose some of them on you own expense. In the early afternoon we depart Sihanouk Ville for Phnom Penh and traverse the spectacular rural landscape. Overnight in Phnom Penh. - Day - 7
- - Siem Reap - Banteay Srei
Morning transfer to Phnom Penh port for departure to Siem Reap, down from Mekong River to Tonle Sap and it takes about 6 hours. Upon arrive at Siem Reap's port you are met and transfer to local restaurant for lunch before transfer to your hotel. We continue to visit the fabulous Ta Prohm. embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers.
Prasat Kravan - with its unique brick sculptures
Srah Srang - The Royal Baths" was once used for ritual bathing.
Banteay Kdei (surrounded by four concentric walls).
Banteay Srei: nearly everyone's favorite site. The special charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and the excellence of it decorative carving.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
- Day - 8
- - Siem Reap - Angkor Wat
We start on our bike and cycle in option (45 minutes for cycling) to world heritage areas on the roads less travelled. Ride among the jungle passing local village and local shop. It's a very special and acting day as you will explore some of Angkor's most beautiful temples. You will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass tourist. The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
See the South Gate, Bayon Temple- unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
The Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King
The tour start with the visiting to the famous temple: Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology. Visit Bakheng Temple and enjoy a romantic sun set view form Bakheng hill.
Enjoy foot massage 1 hour before transfer to your hotel.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
- Day - 9
- - Siem Reap
Free at your own leisure until transfer to Siem Reap Airport for departure. End of tour. Tour ends


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