Highlights of Cambodia - 7 days/6 nights
 
Phnom Penh - Siem Reap
Visit Cambodia’s modern and vibrant capital city of Phnom Penh, which boasts lovely French-style colonial architecture along the Mekong River. Then fly to Siem Reap and explore the ancient ruins of Angkor Wat and other majestic temples of the Khmer people. A special feature of this tour is a picnic breakfast at Angkor Wat after watching the sunrise, the perfect way to beat the crowds and heat of the day.
Privately-Guided! Whether you are a single person, a couple, or a group, you'll have your own guide and driver for all airport pickups, dropoffs, and daily excursions.
Choose Your Own Dates! This is not a fixed-departure-date tour. Just let us know the dates that work best for you and we will arrange everything.
Customizable! Need more time? Less time? Want to see or do something that isn't included? Just let us know, and we will arrange it for you and let you know the change in costs.
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Trip Highlights
- City tour of Phnom Penh
- 3 full days to tour UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor Wat
- A picnic breakfast overlooking the temples
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Phnom Penh
Upon arrival at the Phnom Penh International Airport, you will be welcomed and taken to your hotel for check in. Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 2: Phnom Penh
Begin your tour of Phnom Penh with a visit to the vast Royal Palace, the glittering Silver Pagoda, and the popular Russian and Central markets. After lunch continue on to visit Wat Phnom, the symbol of the city, and the impressive National Museum. In the late afternoon enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mekong River. Overnight in Phnom Penh. (Breakfast)
Day 3: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
In the morning, visit the genocide museum of Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. After lunch, transfer to the airport for your flight to Siem Reap. Visit the Western Baray and Artisans D’Angkor. Overnight in Siem Reap. (Breakfast)
Day 4: Siem Reap
Rise early to view Ta Prohm in the dawn light. This temple has been abandoned to the elements and is known as the “jungle temple” for the tentacle-like roots slowly strangling the surviving stones. Continue to the giant pyramid of Takeo, one of the highest temples in the Angkor area. Visit the royal bathing pond of Sra Srang, once for the exclusive use of the king and his concubines. Walk to the first great Buddhist monastery in Cambodia, Banteay Kdei, built in 1186. Return to Siem Reap via the temple of Kravanh, built entirely from brick and dating from 921. After lunch travel to the mighty temple of Preah Khan, or “Sacred Sword.” Continue to the elegent curves of Neak Poan before experiencing the classic sunset over Angkor Wat from the summit of Phnom Bakheng. Overnight in Siem Reap (Breakfast)
Day 5: Siem Reap
Today, travel north to Kbal Spean, the original “River of a Thousand Lingas.” A trip to Kbal Spean is one of the easiest ways to experience a short jungle trek in the Angkor area, as it is a steady but scenic climb to reach the river carvings. Afterward head south to Banteay Srei, a petite pink temple with elaborate and intricate carvings. Later visit the 12th century temple of Banteay Samre. Overnight in Siem Reap (Breakfast)
Day 6: Siem Reap
Take an early trip to Angkor Wat to watch the sunrise and enjoy a picnic breakfast at the temples - a great way to beat the crowds and heat of the day. As the crowds return to their hotels, venture into Angkor Wat to enjoy its magnificence in peace and quiet. In the afternoon visit the highlights of Angkor Thom, including the enigmatic faces of the Bayon, Baphuon, the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King. If time permit, also visit Les Artisans D’Angkor, a workshop to redevelop traditional Cambodian artisan skills and the Western Baray. Overnight in Siem Reap. (Breakfast)
Day 7: Departure
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight. (Breakfast)
Rates
Per Person Rates (based on double occupancy) start from:
4-Star Hotels: $1,115
5-Star Hotels: $1,695
Single Traveler
4-Star Hotels: $1,935
5-Star Hotels: $3,085
Single Room Supplement (for groups of 2 or more)
4-star Hotels: $425
5-star Hotels: $995
Contact Us for advice on hotels and a quote based on your choice.
Please note that peak season supplements for stays over Christmas and New Years may apply.
Rates Include
- All airport transfers to and from hotel by private car
- All private tours and excursions as outlined in the itinerary
- All surface transportation as per the itinerary by private, air-conditioned car
- Hotel accommodation on bed & breakfast basis inclusive of all taxes and service charges
- All entrance fees
- Services of a private, local English-speaking guide for all visits and excursions.
- Flight from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
Rates Do Not Include
- International airfare
- Visa fees
- Airport departure taxes
- Tips
- Expenses of a personal nature
Hotels
Hotels are subject to availability at the time of booking. If a hotel listed below is not available, an alternative hotel of similar quality will be substituted.
| 4 Star | 5 Star |
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Phnom Penh
| Amanjaya Pancam Hotel | Raffles Le Royal Hotel | Siem Reap
| Borei Angkor Resort and Spa | Hotel De La Paix |
To Book This Tour
Please call us toll free at 1-877-362-2793 and let us know that you would like to book this tour. Then follow these instructions:
- Download, print, and fill out the Reservation Form for each person.
- Fax the form to us at 206-529-4803, or mail it to:
Red Lantern Journeys
1000 N. Northlake Way, Suite H
Seattle, WA 98103
- Pay a non-refundable $500 per person deposit and we will initiate your reservations.
- Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure.
If your reservation is made less than 75 days prior to departure, the non-refundable deposit will allow us to initiate reservations. Full payment will be due immediately upon confirmation of all hotels and transportation services. If the services quoted cannot be confirmed, alternate accommodation or transportation will be arranged and the price will be adjusted accordingly.
Payments can be made by personal check, bank wire transfer, or credit card. Upon receipt of your deposit, we will initiate your reservations and send you a statement showing your payment. Approximately 4 weeks prior to your departure, we will send you a final confirmation package containing your itinerary and detailed information on the logistics of your trip.
Forms to Download (pdf file)
Reservation Form with Complete Terms and Conditions
Cancellation/Refund Policies
- Cancel more than 60 days prior to departure - forfeit your deposit.
- Cancel between 30 and 60 days prior to departure - forfeit 50% of the tour cost.
- Cancel less than 30 days prior to departure - NO REFUND of tour cost.
- Cancellations must be made in writing and sent via mail, fax, or email to Red Lantern Journeys.
- Refunds will be processed within 30 days of receipt of your written request.
- No refunds are available for unused services or tours during your trip.
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