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cambodia
angkor explorer
independent
4 days, ex Siem Reap
Departs daily itiNerary... Day 1 siem reap/angkor Wat A short distance from the temples of Angkor is the town of Siem Reap, base for your adventure. The ferocious carved stone heads that flank the South Gate provide a fitting introduction to the spectacular temples within. Enter into the heart of Angkor Thom to see the Bayon. The
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temples carved smiling faces have eyes that seem to follow you wherever you go. Admire the intricately carved Terrace of the Leper King and stroll along the grand Elephant Terrace before heading to the most famous temple complex of them all - Angkor Wat. Learn the story behind each of its extraordinary bas-reliefs and overcome your fear of heights scaling the steep steps up to the temple turrets. Theres dizzying views from the top over the surrounding rainforest as well as the glistening moat. Days 2-3 Banteay srei/ta Prohm A highly recommended way to start the day is by watching the sunrise over Angkor Wat. Travel through rural countryside to the pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei, a small but exquisitely carved structure, before visiting the atmospheric Ta Prohm, whose crumbling structures have been left to the ravages of the jungle. Later, take a boat cruise over Tonle Sap Lake and stop in at a floating fishing house to see how locals live. Enjoy a guided tour of the three pre-Angkorian temples of the Rolous group, Bakong, Preah Ko and Lolei . Their construction marked the beginning of a brilliant Khmer age. Day 4 siem reap Back at the base for this Angkor exploration, theres time to buy souvenirs, discover the delights of Siem Reap or enjoy a final taste of Khmer cuisine.
accoMMoDatioN Hotel (3 nts) traNsPort Private vehicle, boat Meals 3 Breakfasts BuDGet Allow US$60 for meals not included DeParts Daily, subject to availability Notes Roundtrip airport to hotel transfers are included, please advise of flight details at least 14 days in advance traVeller ratiNG 4.80 out of 5 triP coDe
" scale the steep steps of angkor Wat " Wander the crumbling ruins of ta Prohm " experience the magic of angkors temples " see Banteay srei
Cambodia The must-see temple is Angkor Wat, but I love Ta Prohm, the temple of Tomb Raider fame. Cambodia is an intriguing blend of ancient culture and enormous charm dont miss it! Melissa Cannon
Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Prayer, Cambodia - Haydn Thomas
kaa
heart of cambodia
Original
15 days, ex Phnom Penh
itiNerary... Days 1-2 Phnom Penh Our Cambodian adventure begins in the capital. Pay respects to lives lost at the spine-chilling Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the infamous Killing *plus Local Payment US$200
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Fields, before taking time to discover a more glorious era amid the treasures of the National Museum. Days 3-4 Battambang Crumbling French-colonial shopfronts along the riverfront lend a certain elegance to Battambangs facade. Take this chance to join locals at a karaoke joint, enjoy a Cambodian cooking class or ride in an ingenious bamboo train. Days 5-7 siem reap/angkor Wat Rise early to see a spectacular sunrise over Angkor Wat and enjoy a day of temple-hopping. The temples of Angkor are an amazing archaelogical site that is sure to captivate. Day 8 kompong cham Experience the serenity of small-town Cambodia in Kompong Cham, before exploring a rural island by bicycle. Day 9 kampot Once renowned for its pepper, riverside Kampot is a wonderful place to relax. Look for traces of French elegance in its streets, enjoy the delicate tunes of the Traditional Music School or try the smelly fruit of the durian tree. Day 10 Bokor hill station Venture into the incredibly wild forests of the Bokor National Park and take a dip beneath a waterfall if the weathers warm. Days 11-13 sihanoukville Enjoy two days of beachside bliss amid the white sands, swaying palms and coral-ringed offshore islands of Sihanoukville. Days 14-15 Phnom Penh Go in search of shade and some silver jewellery at the Russian Market or see if the blue flag is flying outside the Royal Palace - its a sign the king is in.
accoMMoDatioN Hotels/guesthouses (14 nts) traNsPort Bus, 4WD, boat, walking GrouP siZe Max 12 Meals 6 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches BuDGet Allow US$200 for meals not included DeParts Selected Sat GuaraNtee Departure guaranteed traVeller ratiNG 4.69 out of 5 start 2008 05 Jan 12 Jan 19 Jan 02 Feb 09 Feb 16 Feb 01 Mar 08 Mar 15 Mar 29 Mar 19 Apr 03 May 17 May Finish 19 Jan 26 Jan 02 Feb 16 Feb 23 Feb 01 Mar 15 Mar 22 Mar 29 Mar 12 Apr 03 May 17 May 31 May 07 Jun 21 Jun 05 Jul 19 Jul 02 Aug 16 Aug 30 Aug 06 Sep 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep 11 Oct 18 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 21 Jun 05 Jul 19 Jul 02 Aug 16 Aug 30 Aug 13 Sep 20 Sep 27 Sep 04 Oct 11 Oct 25 Oct 01 Nov 08 Nov 15 Nov 15 Nov 22 Nov 06 Dec 13 Dec 20 Dec 27 Dec 2009 03 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 07 Feb 21 Feb 28 Feb 07 Mar 29 Nov 06 Dec 20 Dec 27 Dec 03 Jan 10 Jan 17 Jan 24 Jan 31 Jan 07 Feb 21 Feb 07 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 14 Mar 21 Mar 28 Mar 02 May 16 May 30 May 13 Jun 27 Jun 28 Mar 04 Apr 11 Apr 16 May 30 May 13 Jun 27 Jun 11 Jul Intrepid Photography Competition 2007, Making friends, Cambodia - Paulo Viegas
" catch a sunrise at the mythical angkor Wat " Dine on delicious fresh seafood in sihanoukville " explore rural cambodian countryside by bike " experience the elegance of colonial Battambang
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