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DAY 1  Phnom Penh Arrival  (D)

Morning arrival at Phnom Penh Airport. Transfer to your hotel.
ACT Travel's guide escort you to  visit Phnom Penh . Situated at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, the Cambodia's capital city look like a big village - town where French colonial influences can still be seen in old buildings restored. We will first go to see Wat Phnom Temple. Then we will visit the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda . The Palace is a magnificent example of Khmer architecture, it was built in 1866. You will see the Throne Hall and the Napoleon III Pavilion. Silver Pagoda is one of the richest shrines in the world. The floor is made of 5.000 silver tiles. Afternoon, visit of the National Museum, a Khmer red pavilion, which is dedicated to Khmer art and sculpture. The majority are from the Angkor period (9th to 15th century), and some from the 4th century. Overnight in Phnom Penh

DAY 2  Phnom Penh - Siem Reap  (B)

An early morning transfer to airport for flight to Siem Reap. This town is our base for exploring the world famous temples of the ancient city Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 AD to 1350 AD. After checking into hotel, we drive to the archeological area to visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, which is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of Leper King. The largest as well as most complete structure of Angkor Wat is not to be missed. We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns, libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 3  Siem Reap  (B)

The jungle covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man's creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. We explore this masterpiece as well as some of the surrounding temples including Banteay Kdei, Sra Srong, At Keo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevado. The grand circuit with Preah Khan, Kravan, Neak Pean, Krol Ko, At Som, East Mebon and Pre Rup Temples, is also visited this afternoon before we ascend Phnom Bakheng Hill for an incredible view of the sunset over these sandstone monuments. O/N in Siem Reap.

DAY 4 Siem Reap - Phnom Penh (B)

Heading out of town we embark on an express boat navigating on the Tonle Sap River to Phnom Penh. The cruise is long; however the picturesque scenery changing along the way makes for an interesting journey. On arrival in Phnom Penh we enjoy a half day city tour, seeing the Tuol Sleng Museum with its disturbing account of Pol Pot's reign of terror and the notorious 'Killing Fields' of Choeung Ek. We also have time exploring one of the city's most vibrant markets, Psar Toul Tom Pong, all called the "Russian Market", which sells a wide array of local goods and handicrafts. An ideal way of spending your last evening in Cambodia is to relax in a cafe by the riverfront. O/N in Phnom Penh.




DAY 5 Phnom Penh - Departure (B)

There is a free time for your own exploration of the city and wandering around the shopping areas. The trip ends after your transfer to Phnom Penh international Airport for departure. (B). 

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