PROGRAM EXTENSION:
4 DAYS – 4 NIGHTS SIEM REAP – BATTAMBANG – PHNOM PENH [Code: CEX-04-SR-PP]
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The tour can also be arranged in a reverse way
Night in SIEM REAP
DAY 1 SIEM REAP – BATTAMBANG
Subject to the season, the area of Lake Tonle Sap varies from 2,500 to 14,000 km². Typically, the height of the water is very low in the dry season from February to May.
-If the high-water permits, you board a boat and go up the Sangker River to Battambang. It’s a very pleasant journey of 8 hours, crossing the flooded forest, passing the reserve of Prek Toal bird sanctuary; the boat traverses through a floating village where one can meet local fishermen.
-If the water is too shallow, embark for a small cruise on Lake Tonle Sap between stilt houses of Kompong Pluk village. You enjoy calm and beautiful scenery. In the afternoon, depart by road to Battambang.
Overnight in Battambang. (B/-/-)
DAY 2 BATTAMBANG
This is the Cambodian town where the colonial architecture is the most preserved. Enjoy an excursion up the Sangker River amidst lush greenery to Prasat Banon, a beautiful temple perched on top of a hill with 368 steps to climb. Transfer to the "Bamboo Train" station invented by the villagers to facilitate the transport of goods. Seated on a platform of bamboo, you travel through peaceful rice fields and landscapes. Observe the life in the countryside and visit a traditional brick factory. Many outstanding edifices like residential villas and significant public buildings were constructed in Battambang during the French colonial period. Battambang is renowned for the preservation of this style of architecture. Stroll along the riverside and discover the charm of the colonial houses. Overnight in Battambang. (B/-/-)
Prasat Banon
Bamboo train
Traditional brick factory
DAY 3 BATTAMBANG – PURSAT – KAMPONG CHNANG – PHNOM PENH
Today is a day filled with a range of memorable sights and experiences with the visit to Kompong Luong in a small motorboat. This amazing floating city moves along the lake. You continue your journey through Kompong Chnang, famous for its pottery. You visit Oudong, ancient royal capital until 1866 and a village of silversmiths. Overnight in Phnom Penh. (B/-/-)
Kompong Luong - Floating city
DAY 4 PHNOM PENH
Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Phnom Penh International Airport for your departure flight. (B/-/-). End of our services.
Possible extension:
Phnom Penh – Kep – Sihanoukville – Phnom Penh 5 DAYS - 5 NIGHTS [Code: CEX-05-PP-SIH]
Phnom Penh – Kratie – Mondulkiri – Phnom Penh 5 DAYS - 5 NIGHTS [Code: CEX-05-PP-MON-PP]
HOTEL CATEGORY
From the list below, choose the category of hotel and your favorite hotel. If you do not specify a hotel we will endeavor to book the best for you, subject to availability. We always patronize “hotels de charme.”
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Destination |
Category |
Hotel |
Web site |
Room |
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SIEM REAP |
STANDARD |
Neak Pean 3* |
DELUXE |
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Auberge Mont royal 3* |
STANDARD |
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Ta Prohm 3* |
STANDARD |
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SUPERIOR |
Somadevi Angkor 4* |
SUPERIOR |
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Pacific Hôtel 4* |
SUPERIOR |
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Royal Angkor Resort 4*+ |
SUPERIOR |
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FIRST CLASS |
Borei Angkor 5* |
DELUXE |
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Angkor village |
COTTAGE |
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Sokha 5* |
DELUXE |
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BATTAMBANG |
STANDARD |
Stung Sangke 3* |
DELUXE |
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Golden Palace 2* |
SUPERIOR |
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SUPERIOR |
La Villa |
STANDARD |
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Stung Sangke 3* |
DELUXE |
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FIRST CLASS |
La Villa |
SUPERIOR |
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Stung Sangke 3* |
SUITE |
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PHNOM PENH |
STANDARD |
Asia Palace hotel 3*+ |
SUPERIOR |
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Imprévu (bungalow) |
SUPERIOR |
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Blue river hotel 4* |
DELUXE |
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SUPERIOR |
Cambodiana Hôtel 4* |
SUPERIOR |
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Bougainvillier Hôtel 4* |
DELUXE |
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Sunway Hotel 4* |
DELUXE |
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FIRST CLASS |
Intercontinental 5* |
DELUXE |
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Raffles le Royal 5* |
DELUXE |
BREAKFAST - HALF BOARD – FULL BOARD
Except the day of your arrival, American and/or continental breakfasts are always included in our programs.
- If you have chosen the option half board or full board, your are given the choice of your favorite restaurant during the entire journey. All you have to do is to choose – within a list - the restaurants which suit your personal tastes. On your arrival, your guide will give you the list of restaurants to choose from, depending on your booking category: Standard, Superior or First Class.
- If you haven’t chosen the option half board or full board, you can, if you wish, refer to that list to suit your budget and your personal tastes.
In both cases, your guide will advise you on the spot.
ALL PRICES ARE INCLUSIVE OF
Airport transfers, transportation listed in the program, A/C vehicle and private chauffeur, professional English speaking guide, hotels according to the category of your choice, all breakfasts except the day of your arrival, entrance to sites and museums, boat trips on the program, a relaxation massage, 1 FOC for every 20 full fare pax. All prices are net per person, inclusive of VAT, service charge.
PRICES DO NOT INCLUDE
International flights, lunches and dinners except those listed in the program, activities not included in the program, tips, cleaning services and extra drinks, visa fees, departure tax, airport insurance.
* Some activities not included in our service can be suggested in the program.
CHILDREN
Less than 2 years: totally free. The child sleeps with his parents. Meals are not provided.
2 to 12 years for the first child: 50% of the cost price. For second child: 75% of the cost price. In both cases, the child sleeps in a bed. These conditions are valid for up to 2 children.