Explore the fascinating city of Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, visiting the attractions that explain the history and culture of Cambodia such as the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda, the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom hill, before entering into the great Khmer Empire and the overwhelming beauty of the Temples of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, to explore the ancient ruins such as the Roluos Group, Preah Ko, Ba Kong and Lo Lei, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm Temple, the Bayon and Banteay Srei, plus a visit to the large lake in Cambodia, the Tonle Sap.

Tour Highlights

• Delving into the history of the Khmer Empire, once the greatest power in South east Asia
• Witnessing the architectural legacy of the mighty Khmer Empire - once the greatest power in South East Asia
• Absorbing the beauty of the temples of Angkor
• Feeling welcomed by the smiles and hospitality of the Khmer people
• Riding into the depths of the jungle
• Walking alongside the Mekong River in sleepy Phnom Penh.

Detailed Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Arrive Phnom Penh ( D )

Arrive in Phnom Penh and transfer to hotel. This city was once considered one of the most beautiful in the Orient, and despite its recent turbulent history it still retains a colonial charm. In the afternoon visit the National Museum, the Silver Pagoda, the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom hill, founding place of the city. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Day 2 - Phnom Penh - Siem Reap  ( B,L, D )

Transfer to Pochentong Airport after breakfast for the morning flight to Siem Reap. Alternatively take the new speed boats to Siem Reap leaving Phnom Penh at 08:00 and arriving in Siem Reap around 12:30. Siem Reap is the base for exploring the fabled temples of Angkor, the ancient capital of the Khmer empire. On arrival begin a tour of the temples that includes the early-Angkor era temples of the Roluos Group - Preah Ko, Ba Kong and Lo Lei. In the afternoon continue to Srah Srang, Banteay Kdei, Chau Say Tevoda, Thommanon, and the fabulous Ta Prohm Temple, embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. Overnight in Siem Reap. (B) Note: If travelling by boat the morning tour in Siem Reap will not be possible.

Day 3 - Siem Reap  ( B,L, D )

After breakfast a morning tour of the temples takes in the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon, Baphoun, the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. In the afternoon, visit the magnificent 12thcentury Angkor Wat. Return to hotel after watching the sun set over Angkor Wat. Overnight in Siem Reap. (B)

Day 4 - Siem Reap   ( B,L, D )

After breakfast depart for a visit to Banteay Srei, Kbal Spean (River of 1000 Lingas) and Banteay Samre. In the afternoon, visit the Grand Circuit taking in Pre Rup, Neak Poan and Preah Khan. Overnight in Siem Reap. (B)

Day 5 - Depart Siem Reap   ( B,L, D )

After breakfast take a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake (best from July to February) and afterwards visit the Siem Reap market and the workshops of Artisans d’Angkor (wood and stone carving) and/or visit the Landmine Museum of Mr Aki Ra before transferring to Siem Reap Airport for departure flight

Hotel Grade	Tour cost per Person (in $US) from 1st Oct, 2010 to 31st Sept, 2011			Single Supplement
	2 pax	3 - 4 pax	5 - 8 pax
Standard Class **	US$ 528	US$ 498	US$ 468	US$ 90
Superior***	US$ 588	US$ 538	US$ 498	US$ 135
First Class ****	US$ 698	US$ 668	US$ 638	US$ 190
Deluxe *****	US$ 858	US$ 818	US$ 788	US$ 375

Place	Standard class **	Superior class ***	First class ****	Deluxe *****
Phnom Penh	PRINCESS HOTEL	JULIANA HOTEL	SUNWAY HOTEL	INTER-CONTINENTAL
Siemreap	SALINA HOTEL	PRINCESS ANGKOR	ANGKOR CENTURY	VICTORIA ANGKOR

Tour price includes :

• Transported by A/c private car or van
• Air Ticket Phnom Penh - Siem Reap
•  English or French-speaking guide
• All Entrance Fees
• Meals as indicated in the program as : B = Breakfast; L = Lunch; D = Dinner
• 4 nights hotel accommodation based o­n 2 guests sharing a Twin or Double room Phnom Penh & Siem Reap

Tour price excludes :

•  International flights : Hochiminh city ( Or Hanoi ) - Phnom Penh//Siem Reap-Bangkok
•  Other meals not mentioned in the program.
•  Airport tax & personal expense
•  Cambodia visa fee ( Visitors can obtained visa upon arrival at US$ 21 with 2 photos ).