CENTURIES IN CAMBODIA |
USD$1,450.00 |
This trip is our most adventurous but only because of the challenging road conditions of the Khmer nation, but if ever a country was worth the effort then surely it's Cambodia. Some of the friendliest people in Asia, great food and a beach break to rejuvenate you from the jolts. Oh, sorry, we nearly forgot to mention Angkor Wat and the Phnom Penh attractions.
NO LOCAL PAYMENT REQUIRED ON ARRIVAL.
GROUP SIZE: Minimum one, Maximum eight.
Guaranteed to depart.
English speaking tour coordinator.
VISITING:
BANGKOK - THE RIVER KWAI - SIEM REAP - ANGKOR WAT - PHNOM PENH - SIANOUKVILLE - TRAT (Thailand).
ACCOMMODATION:
One to two star guest houses and hotels, (6 nights).
Simple guest houses, (7 nights).
TRANSPORT:
Bus, boat, taxi.
DAY TRIPS:
River Kwai, (full day).
Angkor Wat, (two or three hours at sunset followed by a full day).
Killing Fields and S21 Museum, (half day).
ENTRANCE FEES:
All included when part of the itinerary.
MEALS:
19 meals as per itinerary. B = breakfast, L = lunch, D = dinner.
ITINERARY
DAY 1: BANGKOK - Your trip officially starts when you check into your Bangkok accommodation. A welcoming dinner will be had in the evening. D.
DAY 2: BANGKOK - A local operator will take you on a full days tour to the bridge on The River Kwai, with other attractions en route. B. L. D.
DAY 3: SIEM REAP - A days travel you will remember for a long time. Firstly, a bus to the Thai border town of Aranya Prathet. After completing immigration duties you will travel to Siem Reap along some pretty memorable roads. Be prepared to taste some dust, or maybe some mud in the wet season (white T-shirts not advised). B. D.
(NOTE: Roads are rapidly being improved and may not be as bad as we suggest.
DAY 4: SIEM REAP - A free morning to wander around sleepy Siem Reap. Late afternoon you will be taken to Angkor Wat by car or moto for the sunset views of this amazing temple complex. B.
DAY 5: SIEM REAP - A full day by car or moto with local guide to explore the majestic and mysterious spectacle of Angkor Wat. B.
DAY 6: PHNOM PENH - After the previous journey into Siem Reap you will know why we travel by boat to the capital of Phnom Penh. The journey will be much smoother for you, apart from the fascinating sights along the Tonle Sap River. B. D.
DAY 7: PHNOM PENH - A day to try and fully comprehend the short but brutal rule of the Khmer Rouge. A visit to the killing fields of Choeung Ek where the Khmers have made fantastic efforts to come to terms with their recent history. Then to the just as infamous S21 complex which is now Tuol Sleng genocide museum. Here you can view 100's of black and white photos Pol Pot's regime took both before and sometimes after torturing his victims. This experience will stay with you forever. You will come away with far more compassion and concern for your fellow man. B.
DAY 8: PHNOM PENH - A free day to explore the capital of this friendly and interesting country. Maybe buy a T-shirt for a dollar or two in the central market or visit the Silver Pagoda or many of the other interesting attractions. B.
DAY 9: SIANOUKVILLE - An easy three hour bus ride to the coastal resort town of Sianoukville for a couple of days on the beach. B. D.
DAY 10: SIANOUKVILLE - Relax on the beach. (Mandatory) B.
DAY 11: SIANOUKVILLE - Repeat day ten or explore a little. B.
DAY 12: TRAT - Another interesting day's travel back to the Thai town of Trat which includes four river crossings by ferry as well as another Cambodian road memory. B.
DAY 13: BANGKOK - All good things must come to an end. Return to Bangkok today by local bus for a final night. A farewell dinner will be had in the evening. B. D.
DAY 14: Your trip is officially over when you check out of your Bangkok accommodation. An airport transfer is included also. B.
TOUR DATES:
2008: JAN 12, 26; Feb 9, 23; Mar 8, 22; Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31; Jun 14, 28; Jul 12,26; Aug 9, 23; Sep 6, 20; Oct 14, 28; Nov 1, 15, 29; Dec 13, 27.
2009: Jan 10, 24; Feb 14, 28; Mar 14, 28; April 11, 25; May 9, 23; June 13, 27; July 11, 25; Aug 8, 22; Sept 5, 19; Oct 10, 24; Nov 14, 28; Dec 12, 26.
Any other dates on application. (Minimum two people).
PRICE:
P/P, land only;
USD$1,450.00.
Singe Suppliment: USD$450.00