The tour around Lake Thonlé Sap

Cambodia, découvrez ce séjour de 8 jours

Culture Adventure

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A trip that will not leave you indifferent and will allow you to visit the most important points of the country. Always in a relaxed way, in private (without other participants), without visiting shops and with the company of a specialist guide certified by the Ministry of Tourism. This trip is part of our range of traditional trips, designed for those who want a complete and well-organized experience, with must-see visits, selected accommodations consistent with the budget and an affordable price.

Description du séjour

Surely at some point you have thought about going beyond the temples of Angkor during your trip to Cambodia. With this itinerary, included within our range of traditional trips, we propose that you discover the country in a closer and more authentic way. Throughout the route you will visit less touristy areas, you will share moments with the villagers, you will get to know the life of the fishermen in the floating villages of Tonlé Sap Lake and you will visit pagodas where you can talk with the monks. This 8-day trip will allow you to get to know an important part of Cambodia, combining good organization, real experiences and an affordable price to enjoy the destination with complete peace of mind. VERY IMPORTANT Throughout the entire trip we will have the permanent assistance of an accompanying guide. Our trips do not include visits on our own or similar, which detract, without a doubt, from the great effort the traveler has made to get all the way to Cambodia.

Hébergement

We offer 2 types of hotels so you can choose which one convinces you the most. Category 1 Patio Hotel – Phnom Penh Kompong Thom Royal – Kompong Thom The Urban – Siem Reap Maloppor Villa – Battambang Category 2 Smile Boutique Hotel – Phnom Penh Kompong Thom Royal – Kompong Thom Khmer House Resort – Siem Reap Oh Battambang Resort – Battambang

Programme du séjour

jour 1
Arrival in Phnom Penh
The first day of your exciting journey begins in Phnom Penh, the bustling capital of Cambodia. This city will welcome you with its grand avenues and lively markets. After settling into your accommodation in Phnom Penh, you will be ready to explore this vibrant city and begin your adventure. Get ready to immerse yourself in the culture, history, and beauty of Cambodia in the coming days! Accommodation in Phnom Penh
jour 2
Kompong Cham: rural life, pagodas and temples
It will be our first day through the most real and authentic Cambodia. In the morning, you will depart for the city of Kompong Cham. On the way, we will make a stop in the Skun area, where we can taste, if we wish, its famous fried spiders. We will continue to Kompong Cham, where we will visit Phnom Pros / Srey and, next, the Nokor temple. We will take a break for lunch and, afterwards, we will continue by road to Kompong Thom. Accommodation in Kompong Thom
jour 3
Kompong Thom and floating villages. Rural life, pagodas and temples
In the morning we will head to the impressive temples of Sambor Prey Kuk (Tao, Yei Poan and Prei Kuk). These temples are located in a fantastic forest and will offer us a relaxing view of the ancient Khmer empire. We will take a break for lunch and then continue on to Siem Reap. Before arrival, we will stop at a floating village, Kompong Klean, where we can travel along its canals and see how its inhabitants live in houses built on impressive stilts. Accommodation in Siem Reap
jour 4
Angkor Temples 1
This day marks the beginning of our immersion in the incomparable temples of Angkor, recognized as a World Heritage Site since 1992. We will choose to explore these architectural wonders aboard our tuk-tuks. We will head to Angkor Wat, a religious complex so vast that it holds the title of the largest religious enclosure on the planet. This will be the perfect place to begin our journey, immersing ourselves in the rich symbolism that will accompany us in the coming days. Afterwards, we will cross the south gate of Angkor Thom. Our first stop will be Bayon, where we will experience the unique sensation of being watched by the gaze of Avalokiteshvara. We will continue our exploration on foot, reaching Baphuon and crossing its magnificent stone causeway. We will move on to the royal enclosure and to Phimeanakas. We will enjoy the panoramic view from the Terrace of the Elephants. We will walk to the Terrace of the Leper King. We will leave by tuk-tuk through the imposing Victory Gate to exit Angkor Thom and we will head to Tomanon, a small temple but of great beauty. After a break to enjoy a well-deserved lunch, we will continue to Ta Prohm, famous for its ruins intertwined with the roots of the forest. Our last stop of the day will be Banteay Kdei, the city of justice, and Sra Srang. We will return to the hotel. Accommodation in Siem Reap
jour 5
Angkor Temples 2 or Kulen Mountain (to choose)
OPTION 1: Angkor Temples 2 The day will begin with a visit to Pre Rup, a temple that will allow us to admire the jungle that surrounds it. We will continue to Banteay Samre, the citadel of the farmers, built by King Suriavarman II. We will continue to the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srey, also known as the "Citadel of Women". This temple, with its intricate reliefs and stone carvings, will leave us speechless. After a break for lunch, we will head to Ta Som, a temple with an impressive back gate completely covered by the roots of a tree. The next stop will be Neak Poan and, from there, we will go to Preah Khan. OPTION 2: Kulen Mountain In the morning we will drive to Kulen Mountain, where we can enjoy its impressive waterfalls and pagodas. This mountain is far from Siem Reap and we will have to use approximately one hour to get to it. After visiting this mountain, we will return to the city and we will have the rest of the day free. Accommodation in Siem Reap
jour 6
Discovering Battambang and its hidden treasures
Our journey takes us to delve into fascinating rural Cambodia. Early in the morning, we will head in our vehicle to the city of Battambang. Upon our arrival, we will go directly to Phnom Sampeau, a mountain full of history. After lunch, we will explore Wat Bannan, a semi-ruined temple located on a hill about 20 kilometers from the city. On returning to the city, we will be able to visit the colonial district and the market. Accommodation in Battambang
jour 7
From Battambang to Phnom Penh
Today we will connect Battambang with Phnom Penh. On the way, we will explore the floating village of Kompong Loan. This unique enclave is home to around 1500 families who live in floating houses. Here, everything floats, from schools to gas stations, creating a constantly moving landscape. An intriguing peculiarity is that the houses change location every ten days, which means we will witness up close the dynamic floating life. Our journey will continue to Phnom Penh. Accommodation in Phnom Penh
jour 8
Visits in Phnom Penh, the vibrant capital of the country
In the morning we will visit Wat Phnom, located on top of a hill that gives its name to the city. We will also visit the central market Psar Thamey, which has an impressive dome and where Cambodians go to do their day-to-day shopping. Next, the imposing Royal Palace awaits us. Inside, we will explore the Chanchaya Pavilion and the Throne Hall, witnesses to the rich history and elegance of the Cambodian monarchy. The Silver Pagoda, with its 5,200 silver tiles of one kilo each, will leave us amazed. We will continue to S21, the genocide museum, a former school converted into an interrogation center during the Khmer Rouge regime. After a comforting lunch, we will explore the Russian market, where the Russian colony used to shop. NOTE: After this visit, we will adjust the times below to head to the airport and bring our trip to an end.