A 7 DAY TOUR DISCOVERING 3 FAMOUS PROVINCES IN CAMBODIA

You may have heard of famous Phnom Penh or Siem Reap, but you still have not had any chance to come to see once. In this time, Idealtravelasia would like to give you a classic tour experiencing these destinations in 7 days. Hope that after this trip, you not only understand about a typically asian country but also have new thoughts and feeling about a country's culture.

SHORT TOUR 4 DAY 3 NIGHT IN CAMBODIA

Being a part of Southeast Asian Culture, Cambodia has now offered many short tours for visitors to have a brief experience in this beautiful nation. In this time, let's discover this country together!

Day 1: Arrival Bavet - Phnom Penh (-/L/D)

When value guest arrival Bavet border ( Cambodia – Vietnam border ), process your visa arrival, then transfer to Phnom Penh along the road 155km take around 4hrs. Have lunch at local restaurant in Phnom Penh.

Entering the border between Vietnam and Cambodia - Bavet

Take around and visit Russian Market that is one local market there are cloths and some souvenir by cheap then continue to independent monument, Before dinner we show you to visit NAGA Casino and Resort then have dinner at local restaurant.

Day 2 : Phnom Penh - Siem Reap (B/L/D)

After have nice breakfast at the hotel. Firstly, visit Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda was build by King Norodom in 1866 inside its gleaming yellow walls are most conspicuous feature and impressive colorful Khmer style halls for the Royal Family, then visit silver pagoda, located in the compound of the Royal Palace.

Inside it floor is constructed of 5000 silver tiles. In the center of the pagoda there is a magnificent 17th century emerald Buddha status made of baccarat crystal and its walls enclosing are covered with frescoes depicting episodes from the Khmer version of the Ramayana. It’s well worth popping in for browse then visit Toul Sleng Museum.

There will be a lot of views to visit here

Transfer to Siem Reap – Angkor, take in 5h30 ( 12:30 – 17:30 ), en the route you will have 2stop to visit Muslim village and visit NAGA ancient bridge at Kompong Kdey. Arrival Siem Reap transfer to check in the hotel then have dinner.

Day 3 : Siem Reap – Angkor Wat ( B/L/D )

In the morning after breakfast at the hotel transfer to visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon Temple – built by Jayavarman VII at the end of the 12th, in the exact center of the city of Angkor Thom, Baphuon , Phimean Akas, Elephants and Leper King Terraces.

Afternoon visit Ta Prohm Temple then to discover Angkor Wat that is visually, architecturally and artistically breathtaking it is a massive three tiered pyramid crowned by five beehive-like tower rising 65 meter from ground level.

Come to the spirited land - Siem Reap, Cambodia

Have a moat and exterior wall measuring 1300 x 1500 meters surround Angkor Wat. The temple it self is 1km square and consists of their levels surmounted by a central towel. The walls of the temple are covered inside and out with bas-reliefs and carving. Nearly 2000 distinctively rendered Apsara carving adorn the walls. Then re-take to Phnom Bakheng view sunset.

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Angkor, at the heart of the Khmer empire, is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia. Stretching over hundreds of square miles, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of the different capitals of the Khmer Empire, from the 9th to the 15th century. There are always mysterious things that attract many visitors from all over the world to come and discover. You might be one of these!

Brief introduction about Angkor Capital

The high concentration of monuments at Angkor Thom and their relatively proximity to one another make for a visit on foot that offers a complete, albeit summary, overview of Khmer architecure as well as a picture of the life of that time.

A walk around the walls, with their monumental gates and the divine protectors standing in front of them, reveals how the defense of the complex was based on more symbolic-estoreic elements than on military structures proper, while a walk inside the palace enclosure revolves around the Phimeanakas, an ancient legendary site.

Angkor Wat Temple before sunset, Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Arounf the Royal Square, the luxurious monuments - the Baphuon, the Terrace of the Leper King and Terrace of the Elephants, the Terrace of Tep Pranam, the Prasat Suor Prat and the Khleang (whose function is still a mystery) - bespeak imperial grandeur.

The complex and rather disturbing Bayoniss the last megalomaniacal monument built to hornor the deification of the king. The loomping presence of these gigantic constructions is mitigated by the large areas of greenery that were once populated by dwellings and service structures and are now an oasis of dream - like silence that boasts the Preah Palilay with its carved scenes from Buddha's life and the fascinating, deserted temples of the Preah Pithu.

About the legendary history

 

Angkor Thom is an almost square city surrounded by 8 meter high walls a little over 12 kilometers long with five impressive gopura gates providing access to the city. The city’s name translates to “large city” or “great city”.

The whole landscape of the old Capital

King Jayavarman VII made Angkor Thom the new capital of the Khmer Kingdom after driving out the Chams , who destroyed the old capital Yasodharapura. He fortified the city by building a high wall around it, in turn enclosed by a 100 meter wide moat.

Where to visit in Angkor Wat?

Prek Toal
A bird lovers' paradise, the Prek Toal sanctuary is home to rare storks and pelicans.

Angkor and the paradise of Preak Toal

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KULEN MOUNTAIN - HOLY MOUNTAIN OF THE KHMER EMPIRE

Situated about 50km north of Siem Reap, Phnom Kulen National Park is one of the most revered destinations in Cambodia, as it features Kulen Mountain. Once referred to as the Mount Mahendraparvata – the Kulen Mountain is a cultural and historical resort that marked the origin of Khmer empire in the 9th century when King Jayavarman II announced independence from Java and declared himself as the ‘Chakravartin,’ meaning universal king.

Phnom Kulen is very important for the Cambodians. It is the place where in 802 Jayavarman II was crowned to devaraja (god-king) and announced the independence of Java. Cambodia as we know it today was born. In the weekends and on public holidays it is a very popular place. Cambodians like to take their whole family to Phnom Kulen to have a picnic, swim in the waterfall and to climb up the mountain to pray at the large resting Buddha.

How to get Kulen - the sacred land?

Phnom Kulen is located 50 kilometers from Siem Reap town. The easiest way to get there is by renting a taxi. They can easily climb up the mountain anrd drive on the narrow road. It will take you around 2 hours to get there.

The way into the mountain is very wild and natural

Leave on time because you can only climb up till 11 am. In the afternoon, you are only allowed to come down. They do this to avoid too many vehicles crossing each other on the small road. Climbing up the mountain will give you amazing views on the green forests and flora.

About the entrance fee in Phnom Kulen

Cambodians can enter Phnom Kulen for free, but foreigners and tourists have to pay US$20. This is only for entering the park. Please get your ticket upfront. You can get it in any travel agency.

The gateway leading to the soul mountain

If possible, let a Cambodian buy the ticket for you. Most of the time they can get it for US$15. The taxi to go there and back will cost you around US$50. Try to share and always negociate before agreeing. Some tuk tuks may try to persuade you to go with them but be aware that they can't really climb up the mountain.

What stunning views you can enjoy at Luken

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