Discover the Kingdom of Cambodia from highlights to relaxation - 12 Days

You will be greeted and escorted to your accommodation upon arrival in Phnom Penh. A tour of the city will be offered if time permits, and will include stops at the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, and Wat Phnom Pagoda. Have dinner at a restaurant. In Phnom Penh, spend the night.

After breakfast, travel to Tonle Bati to see the temples of Ta Prohm and Yeay Peau. Next, go to Ta Keo, where you will board our boat and travel to Phnom Da, stopping along the way to visit caves with shrines etched into the walls. Then, visit the pre-Angkorian Phnom Da temple, and Phnom Chisor Mountain. Then, you’ll be back in Phnom Penh. In Phnom Penh, spend the night.

Visit the “Killing Fields”, Tuol Sleng, and the Russian Market – a memorial to the country’s bloody history. After that, you’ll travel by private van to Kompong Cham. There are many interesting sights in Kompong Cham, including old colonial buildings and sites like Nokor Bachey. Overnight in Kompong Cham.

Visit Kampong Cham City, which includes colonial buildings, ancient temples, rubber plantations, and other attractions. Then, transfer to Kompong Thom, where you will have time to relax before exploring Stoeng Sen. Stoeng Sen will astonish you with its diverse range of fascinating cultural sights and attractions. You’ll have a great time in Kompong Thom, which is full of lively restaurants, interesting shopping areas, and breathtaking sights. Overnight in Kampong Thom at Sambo Village

Early in the morning, drive to the archeological site of Sambor Prei Kuk. Although the road conditions can be challenging, the spectacular scenery of this ancient ruin makes the journey worthwhile. You’ll travel by road to Siem Reap and Angkor Wat, which served as the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 to 1250 AD. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Note: This itinerary has been carefully designed so that you can visit many of the famous Angkor sites in the historic order. The Golden Age tour will begin with a visit to the ancient capital of Rolous, located east of Siem Reap. You’ll go to Preah Ko, Bakong, and Lolei to learn about the history of Angkor from 800 to 900 AD. Then you’ll go to Phnom Bakheng to see the sunset at this amazing hilltop temple. Then return to the hotel to freshen up before heading out later that evening for a welcome dinner at one of Siem Reap’s restaurants.

“Angkor’s Rebirth as a Capital – 950 to 1000 AD”
Have breakfast, a drive through the countryside to Preah Rup and East Mebon, en route to the breathtakingly beautiful Banteay Srey. Then, you’ll return to Siem Reap for some rest and lunch at a local restaurant.
“The Flowering of Angkor Civilization – 1000 to 1150 AD”
After lunch, you’ll go to the vast West Baray for a quick look before heading out to Angkor Wat in the afternoon. You will have free time to explore the Angkor Wat Temple’s upper levels. Back to Siem Reap late in the afternoon and have dinner.

“The Angkor Civilization in Peril – 1150-1230 AD”
Depart for one of the Angkor Visitor Centers to learn about the recent reconstruction and preservation projects. Then you’ll go to Ta Prohm, one of the most fascinating ruins in the Angkor region. Following Ta Prohm, you’ll visit Banteay Kdei and the nearby lake of Srah Srang (or “King’s Bath”). Then turn back to Siem Reap
“The Waning Angkor Civilization – 1230 to 1250 AD”
Drive out to distant Ta Som and Neak Pean before entering Angkor Thom’s walls from the northern gate to see Bayon and the terraces. Visit other sites from earlier periods in Angkorian history, such as Baphuon (1060 AD) and Phimeanakas (950 – 1050 AD. Back Siem Reap for some rest and relaxation. Have dinner and watch performance.

Free time to visit the French training workshop (“Artisan D’Angkor”), the old central market (Psah Chas), arts and craft shops, and cafes in Siem Reap. You can rent a bicycle, a motorcycle, or even arrange for a helicopter flight over the ruins!
Later, check out and meet with your guide, and transfer you to the airport for a 70-minute flight to Sihanoukville, where you will spend three nights resting and relaxing.
Notes: Cambodia Angkor Air flies three times a week between Siem Reap and sunny SihanoukVille, Cambodia (every Monday, Wednesday and Friday).

Sihanoukville offers day trips to beaches, villages, and islands. By making arrangements with your hotel concierge, you can visit the fishing village of Steung Hauv, the Kbal Chhay Waterfalls, and Ream National Park. Even the coastal towns of Kampot, Kep, and Bokor Mountain, which are only 2 hours away by car, are accessible.

You’ll have breakfast at your hotel and spend the rest of the day as you please. Beaches are the focus of many vacation activities in the area. Swimming, sunbathing, island trips, fishing, and snorkeling are all popular activitie. And don’t forget about scuba diving!

You will have free time until your transfer to the Phnom Penh Airport for your departure flight, which will take approximately 4 hours.