VTC05 - CAMBODIA CULTURE

Day 1: Arrival in Siem Reap

• Upon arrival, meet your guide and transfer to your hotel for check-in.

• Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure to explore Siem Reap on your own.

• Overnight: Siem Reap

 

Day 2: Siem Reap Sightseeing (B/L/D)

• Morning:

  • Visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the grand entrance to the ancient city.

  • Explore Bayon Temple, known for its iconic stone-carved faces.

  • Walk along the Elephant Terrace, a stunning viewing platform adorned with intricate bas-reliefs.

• Afternoon:

  • Discover Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s most renowned temple and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

  • Enjoy sunset views from Bakheng Temple, offering panoramic vistas of Angkor Wat.

• Evening: Experience the Apsara Show at Angkor Village Resort while savoring a delightful dinner.

• Overnight: Siem Reap

 

Day 3: Siem Reap Sightseeing (B/L)

• Morning:

  • Witness the sunrise at Angkor Wat, a breathtaking moment for photography.

  • Visit a local pagoda to interact with monks and nuns.

  • Return to the hotel for breakfast.

  • Explore Banteay Srei, the "Citadel of Women," famous for its intricate pink sandstone carvings.

  • Stop by local villages and markets for a glimpse into Cambodian rural life.

• Afternoon:

  • Visit Ta Prohm Temple, where massive tree roots entwine with ancient ruins.

  • Discover Takeo Temple, an unfinished yet impressive pyramid structure.

• Overnight: Siem Reap

 

Day 4: Siem Reap – Battambang (B/L)

• Morning:

  • Visit a Khmer village, surrounded by lush rice fields and palm trees.

  • Take a boat cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, to explore the floating village.

• Afternoon:

  • Depart for Battambang (3–4 hours).

  • Check in to your hotel and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

• Overnight: Battambang

 

Day 5: Battambang Sightseeing (B/L)

• Morning:

  • Visit the Provincial Museum to learn about Cambodian history and culture.

  • Explore the pagoda to experience local religious traditions.

  • Discover Wat Ek Phnom, an early-11th-century Angkorian-era temple.

• Afternoon:

  • Drive to Phnom Banan and climb to the top for panoramic views of the Prasat Banan Temple.

  • Enjoy the sunset and explore a fantastic cave to observe bats in their natural habitat.

• Overnight: Battambang

 

Day 6: Battambang – Kompong Chhnang – Oudong – Phnom Penh (B/L)

• Morning: Depart for Phnom Penh with stops at:

  • A pottery village, where locals showcase traditional pottery-making techniques.

  • The floating village of Kompong Loung, renowned for its silversmith artisans.

  • Oudong, a historic town with ancient stupas on Phnom Oudong mountain.

• Afternoon:

  • Arrive in Phnom Penh and check in to your hotel.

  • Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

• Overnight: Phnom Penh

 

Day 7: Phnom Penh Sightseeing (B/L)

• Morning:

  • Visit the Royal Palace, home to Cambodia’s monarchy.

  • Explore the Silver Pagoda, featuring a floor made of over 5,000 silver tiles.

  • Discover Cambodian history and art at the National Museum.

  • Climb Wat Phnom for a scenic view of the city.

• Afternoon:

  • Learn about Cambodia’s tragic past at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.

  • Visit the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, a somber yet important historical site.

• Overnight: Phnom Penh

 

Day 8: Phnom Penh – Departure (B)

• After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

• End of Services.

 

Note:

• Meals are indicated as: B (Breakfast), L (Lunch), D (Dinner).

• Optional activities can be arranged upon request.