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Overview

The adventure offers a gateway to ancient temples and a variety of activities beyond temple visits. From traditional massages to exploring unique temples like Ta Prohm, the city provides a blend of relaxation and cultural experiences, including champagne breakfast on the boat and sunset drinks. Additionally, the city of Phnom Penh showcases a mix of dark history led by a survival witness and beautiful architecture, making it a must-visit destination for those interested in Cambodia's past and present.

About this tour: Cambodia Unveiling the Wonders
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  • Arrival – Siem Reap, Cambodia

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Sua s'dei! Welcome to Cambodia.

    Siem Reap is the gateway to the world’s most spectacular ancient temples, dating from 8th-13th centuries with their countless sculptured decorations and former Khmer capitals. Beyond, it has more fun activities to do outside of the temples.

    Upon arrival at Siem Reap airport by flight, you will be welcomed by local English-speaking guide who will escort you directly to hotel for relaxing.    Note: Official check-in time at 2:00pm, early check-in subjects to room available. 

    • Optional Visa service express and Cambodia visa fee:

    Serva Travel representative staff meets & greets the group at the landing gate before assisting them through a VIP special immigration counter (Fast Track) prepared solely for the group.

    Get pampered and enjoy a relaxing with traditional massage that is a combination of acupressure and light stretching movements. The treatment helps recover a smooth energy flow and increase flexibility of your body movement which is perfect for your relaxing.

    Late-afternoon when most tourists are back their hotel, you take a shady walk along the tall tree-lined avenues and explore the beautiful Ta Prohm temple. The huge roots of giant trees and vines make this temple unique and famous. The temple is so peaceful and restored to nature that it was even used as a filming location for Angelina Jolie's film ``Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.'' 

    Tonight, welcome dinner will be served at Lum Orng, the first farm-to-table restaurant in a village on the edge of Siem Reap. The food ingredient comes from seasonal produce from its organic farms and gardens, offering you a wonderful moment during your meal.

    Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap. 

  • Siem Reap

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Get up early for an eye-catching sunrise at Angkor Wat, you might be lucky to see the sunlight rays clear for a dawn display of color over the towers, making the view towards the temple stunning.

    Then you will have a refreshment breakfast and coffee before jumping into the discover the temple during less visitors.

    Continue to visit Angkor Wat built in 1113-1150 during the reign of King Suryavarman II. The structure occupies and enormous site of nearly 2 km2, said to be the one of the world’s largest religious monuments. It appears to have been both as the state temple and mausoleum, dedicating to the God Vishnu then has become an important place of pilgrimage for Buddhists. The temple is famous for bas-reliefs encircling the temple wall depicting scene from Hindu mythology and the historical wars of the King. The central tower reaches a height of 65 meters, is crowned with five towers in a quincunx also known as Bakan where you may also climb up and enjoy breathtaking view. Angkor Wat is symbolizing as the soul of Khmer people and graces on every Cambodia's flag. 

    Return to the hotel for relaxing and enjoying hotel amenities the rest of the morning. 

    • Optional Angkor Zipline: 

    On your adventure tour today, you encounter ziplining like a gibbon from the treetop. After receiving a safety briefing and being outfitted prior to the tour. Now, you start off in a great way with a lot of fun experience zipping over the jungle on 6 zip lines. Begin from the easiest until the highest canopy rappelling down a 50 meters descent. (Note: A max group of 9 pax. Spend on the course 2:00-2:30 hour, max weight 125kg. Tour is not allowed for one’s height below 1 meter, pregnancy, recent post leg’s surgery.)

    Afternoon, you will attend a yoga session where you will experience with the course a type of exercise in which you move your body into various positions in order to become more fit or flexible, to improve your breathing, and to relax your mind. Yoga in its traditional form, however, is more than physical exercise; it has a meditative and spiritual core. A unique experience lasts a long time in your peaceful life!

    Mid-afternoon, you wander around Theam's House, a hub for artists where you will see colorful contemporary Khmer artworks in the showroom and a gorgeous tropical garden. The studio itself serves as a work of art where you can observe the artists as they create lacquerware paintings, wood and stones sculptures and other unique products of high quality. Enjoy with a glass of Champagne which is specially setting up for you amid the garden.

    Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.

  • Siem Reap

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Today, you will head far through beautiful countryside 64 Km (Approx. 1:00 hour drive), you visit to Beng Mealea temple. Discovery here feels like exploring an overgrown temple because nature has overrun the whole site with plants, vines and trees whose roots have stretched through the walls, yet the temple still creates a sense of romantic rustic ruins for your exploration.

    Get inside pagoda where you can observe how the monks live peacefully amongst the paddy fields. Upon arrive, get inside pagoda where you can learn more about the life of a Monk and Theravada Buddhism.  Inside pagoda where you will experience a blessing ceremony. The monk will pray, wishing you happiness, good luck, and prosperity—a truly memorable moment!

    After your adventure, enjoy a delicious picnic lunch with a cushion set-up at a homestay close to the temple site. This allows you to witness the local life and also provide support to the community. 

    Mid-afternoon, on the way return, you also visit Banteay Srei temple, so-called "Citadel of the Women". It was built in 967, and the temple’s most intricate and deep carvings and architectural details in the unique pink-hued sandstone temple well preserve the best of Khmer art.

    Stop to see the village vendor stalls along the roadsides where you can taste palm wine and palm sugar chunks wrapped in palm leaves, and you may also try the fresh palm sugar. (Note: It is seasonal local produce.)

    This evening, you will be entertained with a special performance of the Cambodian circus at Phare Ponleu Selpak. PPS meaning "The Brightness of the Arts, it is an NGO that has improved the lives of children, young adults, and their families with art schools, educational programs, and social support so far. Inside the campus, you will enjoy the rotation of a spectacular show put on by a talented and energetic troupe of young performers. (Note: The one-hour show opens for the public daily at 8:00 p.m.)

    Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.


  • Siem Reap - Phnom Penh

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Early begins your exploration of a Remork Motor by the lady driver. It is the easiest and fun way to look around you on board, aside from supporting women. 

    Then you are ready to jump into the last capital of the Khmer Empire during the less visitor, Angkor Thom is literally "Great City" Angkor Thom temple was established in the early 12th century. Enter the capital through South Gate with its impressive sandstone carving, then continue to Bayon Temple sits at the heart of the capital. Its masterpiece consists of 54 standing towers with four huge smiling faces, and its outer gallery contains about 11000 bas-reliefs depicting heroic historical tales as well as scenes of Khmer daily life in that civilization. 

    You now exit the capital through West Gate and get on a charming gondola boat and ride along the calm moat of the Angkor Thom wall. Stop off and climb up to a little-known temple Prasat Chrung to enjoy a breathtaking sunset view and the romantic atmosphere of the site. While you enjoy paddling slowly along the moat, you will have champagne breakfast on board with wonderful nature.

    Head back to hotel for relaxing for relaxing, and ready to check-out hotel for flight to Phnom Penh.

    Founded in 1372 and capitalized from 1434, Phnom Penh was known as the "Pearl of Asia" and was considered one of the most beautiful cities built by the French during the colonial period in the region. Despite the influence of war and revolution, the city is still famous for its heritage and beautiful architecture.

    Upon arrival, your guide will meet and transfer to hotel for check-in.

    Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.

  • Phnom Penh

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    Morning, you will discover Cambodia’s dark history and horror of Phnom Penh’s past of its city. First head, visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former high school which was used as the notorious Security Prison 21 (S-21) by the Khmer Rouge regime.  Get in depth to learn about the dark history of Khmer Rouge sites and how it still influences modern-day life. At S21, you will meet with a survival witness, he is one of only a handful of people to have survived Tuol Sleng prison. Meng or Mey will lead and tell his story to the group while he was a prisoner. (Note: Witness subjects to availability).

    Spend the rest of balance morning browsing through the colorful market at Central Market, is a large market in the shape of a dome with four arms branching out into vast hallways with countless stalls of goods, you can find clothes, souvenirs, jewellery and tasting local food.

    • Optional visit Killing Fields of Choeung Ek:

    Then drive outskirts for a visit Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, a former orchard and mass grave of victims of the dark period. After the fall of the dark regime, graves containing about 8,895 bodies were discovered.  A grim visit, but it is important site that will allow you to gain insight into Cambodia history.

    Your lunch will be served at Banana Tree restaurant serving fine Khmer cuisine with a contemporary twist and a variety of international and Western classics.

    Afternoon, you will get inside for a visit National Museum-built of red bricks by the French in a pseudo-traditional Khmer style with an inviting courtyard garden.  It is one of the world's largest collections of Khmer art, including sculptural, ceramics, bronzes and wooden objects. More than a thousand items are on display which are dating from the pre-Angkorian period to the post empire time.

    Late afternoon, you will be greeted by a driver who will take you by Cyclos for a fun tour of the most significant sights of the city. Three-wheeler Cyclos were introduced to Phnom Penh streets in 1936. The drivers are happy to bring you around for a new experience.

    You will climb up to visit Wat Phnom (Mountain Pagoda), which was built in 1372 as the founding place of the city. Inside the temple, you will experience the Chakkumpi "Khmer fortune teller" manuscript on palm-leaf performed by selecting passages of hazard or luck and drawing from them indications concerning future events—an authentic experience with Khmer belief.

    Ending your tour, stop at Le Moon Rooftop, which offers an unbeatable view of the rivers. Comfy lounge chairs and sofas will offer you the ultimate comfort to enjoy Phnom Penh’s riverside view from atop. With its extensive choice of premium wines and signature mocktails, it offers a truly wonderful view of the river and city by night.

    Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.

  • Phnom Penh - Departure

    Breakfast Lunch Dinner

    After breakfast at hotel, the day is free at leisure until appointed time with tour guide transfer to Phnom Penh airport for your departure flight.

    • Optoinal VIP lounge for departure flight:

    Enjoy the calming and welcoming space that offers a spectrum of facilities and services in the lounge, enabling travellers to enjoy comfortable seating, shower facilities with amenities and other optional services. Step in the relax and refresh while you await your flight.


Experience
Includes
  • Accommodation in a shared twin/double room in selected hotels
  • Meals: Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner as mentioned on daily program 
  • English speaking local guides 
  • Tours and transfers as mentioned by private air-conditioned vehicle unless stated otherwise
  • Entrance fees for mentioned visits
  • Daily drinking water on touring 
Not Includes
  • Visa for Cambodia (Visa issued on arrival for most nationalities, USD30/pax, bring 1 passport photo)
  • Any surcharge/extra fees for visit of the Angkor Historical site imposed by the Apsara Authorities which are subject to change without prior notice
  • Other meals that were not mentioned
  • International and domestic flights (quoted separately)
  • Camera/video entrance fees if applicable
  • Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, tips etc)
  • Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above