🇰🇭 ESSENCE OF CAMBODIA: SIEM REAP & PHNOM PENH (5 DAYS / 4 NIGHTS)

Country MULTI-COUNTRIES TOURS
Type of Trip MULTI-COUNTRIES TOURS
Budget money Price from 680 USD

⭐ TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • 🏛️ World Wonder Angkor Wat: Explore the colossal 12th-century masterpiece of Angkor Wat and the giant smiling stone faces of Angkor Thom & Bayon Temple.
  • 🌳 Tomb Raider Temple (Ta Prohm): Wander through Ta Prohm, where massive jungle tree roots embrace ancient stone foundations.
  • 🌸 Banteay Srei Gem: Marvel at the intricate pink sandstone carvings of Banteay Srei—the jewel of Khmer art.
  • 🚣 Tonle Sap Floating Village: Cruise past floating schools, markets, and homes at Chong Kneas on Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake.
  • 👑 Phnom Penh Royal Heritage: Visit the glittering Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda (with 5,000 silver floor tiles), Emerald Buddha, and Wat Phnom.
  • 🛥️ Mekong Sunset Cruise: Enjoy a scenic 1-hour sunset boat ride along the rivers of Phnom Penh.
  • 🕊️ Khmer History Insights: Gain deep historical context at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and the Choeung Ek Killing Fields.

Description of the programme

  • DAY 1: SIEM REAP ARRIVAL – WELCOME KHMER DINNER (Meals: Welcome Dinner)
    • Morning / Afternoon: Upon arrival at Siem Reap International Airport (SAI), you will be warmly greeted by your private driver and professional English-speaking tour guide holding a welcome sign. Transfer comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel for check-in and leisure time to recover from your flight.
    • Evening: Head out for an authentic Khmer Welcome Dinner at a handpicked local restaurant, sampling delicate Cambodian culinary specialties.
    • 🏨 Overnight: Hotel in Siem Reap (4★ / 5★).
  • DAY 2: SIEM REAP – ANGKOR THOM & MAGNIFICENT ANGKOR WAT (Meals: Breakfast)
    • 08:00 AM: Depart your hotel to enter the grand ancient city of Angkor Thom. Pass through the monumental South Gate flanked by statues of gods and demons. Discover the central Bayon Temple, renowned for its 54 towers adorned with over 200 smiling stone faces of Avalokiteshvara. Continue exploring the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas Temple, the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King.
    • 12:00 PM: Break for lunch at a local restaurant (expenses on own account).
    • 13:30 PM: Dedicate your afternoon to the crown jewel of Khmer art—Angkor Wat. Constructed in the 12th century under King Suryavarman II, this massive complex spans over 210 hectares. Walk through sprawling bas-relief galleries depicting Hindu epics, expansive courtyards, and reflecting ponds reflecting the iconic central towers.
    • 17:00 PM: Return to your hotel. Evening at leisure to stroll through the vibrant Siem Reap Pub Street or Night Market.
    • 🏨 Overnight: Hotel in Siem Reap.
  • DAY 3: TA PROHM JUNGLE TEMPLE & TONLE SAP FLOATING VILLAGE (Meals: Breakfast)
    • 08:30 AM: Visit the famous Ta Prohm Temple, kept largely as it was found—choked by gigantic strangler fig tree roots embracing ancient stone structures (featured in the Tomb Raider movie). Continue visiting nearby monuments including Banteay Kdei, Sra Srang reservoir, and Ta Keo pyramid temple.
    • 12:00 PM: Lunch break at leisure.
    • 14:00 PM: Drive south through scenic rural landscapes toward Tonle Sap Lake (Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake). Board a private wooden boat at Chong Kneas village to explore the fascinating floating community, observing floating homes, schools, floating markets, and fish farms.
    • 17:00 PM: Drive back to Siem Reap town center for relaxation.
    • 🏨 Overnight: Hotel in Siem Reap.
  • DAY 4: BANTEAY SREI – FLIGHT TO PHNOM PENH & SUNSET CRUISE (Meals: Breakfast)
    • 08:00 AM: Travel through country roads to Banteay Srei ("Citadel of Women"), a 10th-century Hindu temple carved from pink sandstone with unparalleled craftsmanship. On the return drive, stop at Preah Dark village to observe local palm sugar making and visit the well-preserved reliefs at Banteay Samre Temple.
    • 11:30 AM: Transfer to Siem Reap Airport for a quick domestic flight to Phnom Penh.
    • 13:30 PM: Arrive at Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH). Meet your Phnom Penh private guide and transfer to check in at your hotel.
    • 15:30 PM: Visit the historic hilltop pagoda of Wat Phnom, the founding site of the capital city.
    • 17:00 PM: Board a private riverboat for a 1-hour Sunset Cruise along the Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers, admiring the city skyline as dusk falls.
    • 🏨 Overnight: Hotel in Phnom Penh (4★ / 5★).
  • DAY 5: PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR – DEPARTURE (Meals: Breakfast)
    • 08:30 AM: Begin your morning tour at the grand Royal Palace, built in 1866 under King Norodom. Walk through the Palace grounds to the adjacent Silver Pagoda (Wat Preah Keo Morokat), paved with over 5,000 silver tiles and housing priceless treasures like the Emerald Buddha and life-sized solid gold Buddha statues adorned with diamonds.
    • 10:30 AM: Gain important insight into Cambodia's modern history with a guided visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21), a former high school converted into a detention center during the Khmer Rouge era, followed by a visit to the Choeung Ek Killing Fields located 15 km outside the city.
    • 13:30 – 14:00 PM: Transfer to Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) for your departure flight onward. End of services with Link Asia Travel!
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This price includes
  • • Accommodation: 04 Nights in double/twin sharing rooms with daily buffet breakfast at selected 4★ or 5★ hotels
  • • Airport Transfers: Private air-conditioned vehicles for all airport pick-ups, drop-offs, and overland tours
  • • Tour Guide: Professional English-speaking local guides throughout the itinerary in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
  • • Boat Trips: Private boat excursion on Tonle Sap Lake & 1-hour sunset cruise in Phnom Penh
  • • Entrance Fees: All entrance passes and sightseeing tickets (including Angkor 3-Day Pass, Royal Palace, Museums)
  • • Meals: Daily breakfast + 01 Authentic Khmer Welcome Dinner (as specified in itinerary). 
  • 🍽️ OPTIONAL FULL-BOARD MEAL PACKAGE:
  • • Upgrade to Full-Board (Includes 4 Lunches + 3 Dinners at handpicked authentic restaurants): +$140 USD / Person.
  • • Free Culinary Recommendation: Our local tour guides are always ready to recommend clean, highly-rated local restaurants and night market food spots tailored to your dietary preferences!
  • • Daily Amenities: 02 bottles of mineral water and cold towels per person daily during tours
  • • Tax & Service Charges: All applicable government taxes and service charges
This price does not include
  • • Flight Tickets: Domestic flight (Siem Reap – Phnom Penh) & International flight tickets to/from Cambodia
  • • Cambodia Visa: E-Visa or Visa-on-Arrival fee (approx. $30 USD per person)
  • • Travel Insurance: Mandatory personal travel and medical insurance coverage
  • • Beverages & Meals: Drinks during meals and unmentioned lunches/dinners
  • • Personal Expenses: Laundry, telephone calls, mini-bar, shopping, and tips for tour guides/drivers
  • • Peak Surcharges: Surcharges for Christmas Eve, New Year Eve, and Cambodian Water Festival/New Year holidays
Necessary information for the trip
  • • Passport & Visa Requirements: Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from the date of entry into Cambodia. Visas are easily obtained via E-Visa online or Visa-on-Arrival.
  • • Temple Dress Code: When visiting Angkor Wat, Royal Palace, and sacred temples, shoulders and knees MUST be covered (shorts, sleeveless shirts, and backless dresses are strictly prohibited).
  • • Comfortable Footwear: Expect significant walking and climbing over cobblestone stairs; sturdy walking shoes are highly recommended.
  • • Currency Usage: US Dollars (USD) are widely accepted everywhere in Cambodia alongside Cambodian Riel (KHR). Please ensure USD banknotes are crisp and free from tears or marks.

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