You've trusted your eyes your whole life, but visit Cambodia and you just may start doubting them. How else to explain the unthinkable Splendour of the 9th- to 13th-century Khmer temples, the tropical islands with barely a beach hut in sight and the untold adventures lurking in northern forests? Cambodia promises a rollercoaster of emotions and experiences to the intrepid traveler. Your heart will race at Angkor Wat, one of the world's greatest achievements, only to haltingly derail when faced with the impact of humankind's darkest moments. After two decades of war and isolation, only now is Cambodia truly starting to recover from the Khmer Rouge's genocidal 1975-79 rule.
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Siem Reap
Welcome to Cambodia!!! After being welcomed at the airport, transfer to hotel for check in. Proceed for a tour of Angkor Wat – one of the seven greatest architectural wonders of the world, built in between the 9th and 13th century, its general view are five ancient towers’ figure that embroidered or printed to the Kingdom of Cambodia’s Flag now, followed by visit to the Phnom Bakheng temple and view sunset from Phnom Bakheng. Dinner with Apsara Dance Show will be served at local restaurant and over night stay at hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 2: Siem Reap Sightseeing
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, on a full day tour Temple Tour. Visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon Temple – built by Jayavarman VII at the end of the 12th, in the exact center of the city of Angkor Thom, Bapoun and Terrace of Elephants. Then Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda temples, that both of all give visitors an impression of how Angkor must have appeared when first recovered. In the afternoon, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit the remarkable temples: Ta Keo – the mountain temple with an imposing 5 tier pyramid that was one of the 1st Angkorian monuments built entirely in sandstone. Prasat Kravan temple with a composition of 5 bricks towers; Banteay Khdei & Sras Srong and Ta Prohm - a Buddhist temple during 12th century, overgrown with jungle and admired by romantics for their dreamlike qualities. Dinner will be served at local restaurant and overnight stay at hotel.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Siem Reap Sightseeing
After enjoying breakfast at the hotel, proceed on a full day tour Temple Tour. Visit the Banteay Samre temple built by Suryavarman II which contains well-preserved relief depicting scenes of Vishnu and Krishna legends. Then visit Banteay Srei temple, built under Jayavarman V, as the jewel in the crown of classical Khmer arts. Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished Angkor has to offer. Lunch will be served at local restaurant. Post lunch visit the Preah Khan, Neak Pean – It was built by Jayavarman and was used for rites of rituals purification, Ta Som, East Mebon and Pre Rup temples – Built by Rajendravarman. Composed of literate and brick, it is similar in style though on a much grandeur scale. Stay overnight at the hotel in Cambodia.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 04: Siem Reap – Phnom Penh Day Free at Leisure (Lifestyle Holidays Recommends A Visit to Sihanoukville)
After your last breakfast in Siem Rep proceed to the Siem Rep airport to take your onward flight to Phnom Penh. On arrival in Phnom Penh While this beach town doesn't have much to compare with Thailand's pristine coast it does make a great getaway from the dusty or muddy (depending on season) rest of Cambodia. Sihanoukville is the country's only deep water port making much of city industrial. Stay overnight at the hotel in Phnom Pehn.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 05: Phnom Penh (Lifestyle Recommends A City Tour)
After Breakfast we suggest you to proceed for a city tour of Phnom Penh. Begin your tour of this charming capital with a visit to the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river.Visit the Royal Palace built in 1866 by King Norodom. See the different structures of this pagoda-style compound and stroll in its beautiful garden Visit the Silver Pagoda so named because of its floor that is comprised of 5,000 silver tiles. A gold Buddha encrusted with 9,584 diamonds and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha are also housed her. Continue to the nearby National Museum. Built in 1917 it is an exceptional example of traditional architecture and is exclusively devoted to preserving and displaying Khmer art and sculptures. Hundreds of pieces are housed here including both pre-and post-Angkorian pieces. Stay overnight at the hotel in Phnom Penh.
Meals: Breakfast
Day 06: Depart Phnom Penh
After your last breakfast at the hotel proceed to the Phnom Penh International Airport to take your flight back home. Take back beautiful memories of Cambodia with lifestyle Holidays.
Meals: Breakfast
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