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Begin your tour in the charming capital of Pnomh Penh with a visit the Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and Wat Ounalom. Visit the "Khmer Rouge" prison Tuol Sleng and the Killing Field of Choeung Ek where you will witness Cambodias horrible recent past. Continue on to Siem Reap by ferry and enjoy a private guided exploration of one of the world's wonders. The Angkor Wat temple complex was built in the early 12th century but was popularised in the West only in the mid-19th century on the publication of Henri Mouhot's travel notes, "One of these temples—a rival to that of Solomon, and erected by some ancient Michelangelo—might take an honourable place beside our most beautiful buildings. It is grander than anything left to us by Greece or Rome." You'll be amazed at the hundreds and hundreds of sculptures and the sheer scale of this epic ruined metropolis. Requiring several days and a car to see the miles of different temples and buildings, the sheer size is overwhelming. A superb adventure with private guides and the hassle free comfort of Kensington's 24/7 support. Enjoy as an extension to another tour or a stand-alone vacation.
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Trip Options
All our tours are suggestions only and can be customized as you wish. Our S.E. Asia itineraries are designed to fit together like building blocks. From Vietnam to Laos, Cambodia, Thailand, Myanmar, Malaysia and Singapore - you can mix and match to create your ideal itinerary. Pick from three levels of tours. VALUE offers full service with carefully vetted hotels in condensed itineraries. PREMIUM features five star properties and a more complete list of sights. EXCLUSIVE dazzles with the region's top hotels and VIP amenities.
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Itinerary
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Day 1
Phnom Penh Transportation between Phnom Penh international airport and your hotel. Kensington Tours donates a portion of our proceeds to our charitable initiative www.kensingtoncares.com which supports education-based initiatives in disadvantaged communities. Enjoy time at leisure to explore at your own pace, or relax in your hotel. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Set in an old converted riverside building next to the beautiful Wat Ounalom, sits Amanjaya Hotel, Phnom Penh’s premier luxury suite hotel. Built in an unrivalled location and furnished in traditional local style, the addition of modern comforts and luxurious touches reflects a contemporary interior influenced by the harmony and heritage of Cambodian architecture. The 21 intimate, yet spacious, suites have private balconies overlooking the Mekong River and the famous Sisowath Quay where The K West Café Restaurant is located. Here you’ll enjoy an exquisite meal with contemporary Asian and European cuisine. After discovering the exciting and high energy city of Phnom Penh, enjoy a soothing and relaxing massage therapy session at this exquisite Cambodian hotel. Phnom Penh is the capital and largest city of Cambodia. It is also the capital of the Phnom Penh municipality. It is an economic, industrial, commercial, cultural, touristy and historical center. Once known as the "Pearl of Asia" in the 1920s, the city is a significant global and domestic tourist destination. Phnom Penh is known for its traditional Khmer and French influenced architecture.
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Day 2
Phnom Penh Visit the Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum and Wat Ounalom. Lunch at local restaurant near the Mekong river. Then visit the Tuol Sleng Museum - the former Khmer Rouge prison - and end up with the busy Russian Market. Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Amanjaya.
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Day 3
Phnom Penh Discover the former royal capital city, Udong, at about one hour from Phnom Penh and enjoy the amazing countryside view from the top of the hill. En route visit an interesting Cham Muslim village and the Phnom Baset, a Pre-angkorian temple (8th century). Drive to Kampong Tralage Leu Pagoda. Picnic Lunch on the site. On the way back stop at a silver craft village. Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Amanjaya.
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Day 4
Phnom Penh - Siem Reap Private transportation with car and english-speaking guide between the boat and your hotel. Travel by boat between Siem Reap and Phnom Penh (approximately 5 hours). Enjoy lunch at leisure (not included in tour price). Private transport with English speaking guide between the boat and your hotel. Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Situated in Siem Reap, the Tara Angkor Hotel offers contemporary facilities with warm hospitality and is conveniently located as close to the magnificent Angkor temples. Elegantly designed, the 213 spacious guestrooms are gracefully appointed and come with all the contemporary amenities, allowing you to relax and have a blissful sleep after a busy day. Creating an exciting and delicious dining experience, the Tong Tara Restaurant serves international and local cuisine. The Tara Lobby Lounge is the ideal place to relax along with a glass of wine, aperitif or a cocktail. During down time, take advantage of the gymnasium, swimming pool and Jacuzzi.
Siem Reap is famous for the magnificent temples at Angkor. This ancient and astounding temple complex is what remains of the capital of the once mighty Khmer civilization. Angkor Wat itself, built AD 879-1191 to honor the Hindu god Vishnu, is often hailed as one of the most extraordinary architectural creations ever built, with its intricate bas reliefs, strange acoustics and magnificent soaring towers.
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 Tara Angkor Hotel |
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Day 5
Siem Reap Meet at the hotel or at the airport and transfer for sightseeing. Visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the Bayon temple complex, as well as Takeo and Ta Prohm temples. Lunch at Lotus Blanc restaurant. Continue with a visit to Angkor Wat temple complex and enjoy watching Sun Set on Phnom Bakheng. From South Gate of Angkor Thom to Bayon temple travel by elephant. Transfer back to the hotel or to the airport.
Enjoy lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Tara Angkor Hotel .
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- Elephant at Angkor Wat.jpg) Elephant at Angkor Wat Temple |
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Day 6
Siem Reap Enjoy a 10 minute ride in a Hot Air Balloon to admire the stunning view of the hidden temples. This is not private and can happen only early in the morning (6AM) or between 3pm and 4pm. Lost in the jungle and almost forgotten by the local population, the little explored temple of Beng Mealea is waiting to be rediscovered by the adventurous travelers. Depart from Siem Reap by car to cover around 60 km in the Cambodian countryside, along the Kulen Mountains. Visit of the Beng Mealea and picnic lunch. On the way back, stop to visit Banteay Srei temple before continuing to Siem Reap. Enjoy a picnic lunch (included in tour price). Enjoy dinner at leisure (not included in tour price). Overnight at Tara Angkor Hotel .
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Day 7
Siem Reap - Phnom Penh Airport transfer with private vehicle, driver, and English speaking guide. Note: departure tax leaving Siem Reap is not included in the tour price (USD$25 per person). Fly from Siem Reap (REP) to Phnom Penh (PNH) then back to Phnom Penh (PNH) by K6 cooperate with VN. Depart Pnomh Penh international airport.
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Trip Includes
Service of an English speaking professional guide - All ground transport in a private car with driver - Guaranteed departure - Airport transfers as per the itinerary - Meal plan as per the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner) - Specialized and personalized services - All entrance fees to include local government taxes - Flights where indicated as per the itinerary.
Trip Excludes
Laundry - Tips - Soft drinks and alcoholic beverages including mineral water - International airfare - Visas - Optional activities/extras - Vacation insurance (purchase at www.kensingtontours.com/insurance.cfm )
Trip Terms & Conditions
- Your deposit is due immediately on booking (30% of program price). The balance is due 90 days prior to departure. We accept payment via credit card, certified check, wire transfer or money order.
- The price shown is per person, and does not include international air fare to/from the trip start point
- Cost increases in currency exchange, government fees, taxes, surcharges or hotel/lodge tariff increases between quote date and start date are payable by the client.
- We will exercise best efforts to book hotels per the itinerary, however, in busy seasons and with client bookings made within 90 days of tour date we may be forced to offer substitutes. We will endeavour to confirm final hotel bookings as soon as possible.
- Cancellations 90 days or more prior to departure will receive full refund less any non-refundable paid fees (e.g. non-refundable cruise or hotel deposits). 60-89 days will be subject to loss of deposit. 30-59 days will be subject to loss of 50% of program price. 29 days or less will be subject to 100% of program price.
- Payment of the program price constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out at www.kensingtontours.com/terms.cfm
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