Imagine a country full of ancient and modern history, saturated with beautiful religious monuments, teeming with wildlife, and lush with rice fields, grasslands, and rivers. This is probably not how most people think of Cambodia, but after travelling through the country on this 13-day tour, your opinion is likely to change. Get off the tourist trail and let the travel experts of Cambodiatripadvisor show you the real heart of Cambodia.
The tour starts in the capital of Phnom Penh, where the former granduer of French Indochina shines through in glimpses amongst the modern buildings of this rapidly growing city. Although the city was the epicentre of the tragic Khmer Rouge regime of the late 1970s, Phnom Penh’s main sights remained relatively untouched. The splendour of the Royal Palace, graceful lines of the National Museum, and the tree lined river quay are just some of the highlights of the capital.
From Phnom Penh, head north to the rural areas of Kampong Thom and Kratie. Situated upon river banks, these two towns receive gloriously few tourists. Pre-Angkorian temples, rice fields, and dense grasslands dominate the scenery of these towns. But perhaps the biggest draw to the area, is a chance to see the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins that inhabit the shallow pools of the Mekong around Kratie.
Spend 3 days in Siem Reap , the base town for exploring the Temples of Angkor. Built between the 9th and 13th century, hundreads of temples lie within the area that once served as the capital for the mighty Khmer empire. With your expert guide, your tour will not only expose you to the beauty of the temples, but also to the wonders of this ancient kingdom. As well as this you will have the unique experience of taking a hot air baloon ride over the temples.
As you continue your loop through rural Cambodia, travel toward the country’s second biggest city, Battambang. Full of semi-neglected, French colonial buildings and situated on the banks of the Sangker River, the town has a quiet charm about it. But the surrounding countryside is what really makes Battambang shine as it is filled with rice paddies as far as the eye can see, stilted wooden houses, fruit farms, and, of course, temples. From here you will make your way back to Phnom Penh and end your tour where it began.
See the best Cambodia has to offer as you travel from city to countryside on the ‘Grand Tour’. Visit ancient wonders and witness the everday life of the local people, whose giant smiles and friendly greetings will be a constant reminder just how special place Cambodia is.

Tour Information

  • Tour Code: CGT-13
  • Length: 13D / 12N
  • From: Phnom Penh
  • Finish: Phnom Penh

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Date Activities Meal
Day 1Explore the city with a cyclo, a symbol of the Asian countriesB, L
Day 2Visit the three famous stupas Damrei Sam Poan, tray and Mak TroengB, L
Day 3Drive by bamboo train and visit to the Phnom BannonB, L
Day 4Boating on the river Sangkar to the Tonle SapB, L
Day 5Visit Angkor WatB, L, D
Day 6Visit Takeo, a typical Angkor-period the Temple MountB, L
Day 7In Kampong Thom will lead the trip to Sambor Prei KukB, L, D
Day 8Ride into the remote world Mondulkiris after breakfast at the hotelB, L, D
Day 9You can experience the uniqueness of the jungleB, L, D
Day 10Explores the lifestyle of people has been difficultB, L, D
Day 11A boat takes you into the habitat of dolphinsB, L, D
Day 12Journey in Cambodia is by visiting the temple Wat Nokhor PenhB, L
Day 13Transfer to airport to catch flight departure.B
Day 1
Transport
Meals:B, L
Phnom PenhExplore the city with a cyclo, a symbol of the Asian countries

Detailed Itinerary:

Have breakfast at the hotel and then sightseeing in Phnom Penh by cyclo. Explore the city with a cyclo, a symbol of the Asian countries and especially in Phnom Penh as an environmentally friendly means of transport is increasing. First you reach the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Then you enter in the traditional style National Museum of the country which is home to treasures of art and culture of the Khmer. In the restaurant you dine. Your afternoon program includes a visit to the Tuol Sleng Museum, a memorial of the recent traumatic past of the country before you wander through the souvenir hunters indispensable for the Russian market. Stay overnight in Phnom Penh.

Day 2
Transport
Meals:B, L
Phnom Penh - BattambangVisit the three famous stupas Damrei Sam Poan, tray and Mak Troeng

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, leave Phnom Penh and travel to the former capital Udong at the foot of the hill. Explore the wonderful view of the typical landscape of rice fields and sugar palms; visit the three famous stupas Damrei Sam Poan, tray and Mak Troeng PROUMENS Cheday, all guardians of the ashes of former kings and their families. Lunch is at a local restaurant then keep going to Battambang through rural areas, where stop off in a small village famous for its pottery. Stay overnight in Battambang.

Day 3
Transport
Meals:B, L
BattambangDrive by bamboo train and visit to the Phnom Bannon

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, drive by bamboo train and visit to the Phnom Bannon, the second largest city of Cambodia, Battambang, is situated in the fertile region of the country with a bamboo train built by the local villagers drive sitting on the platform to the next station of a village which the doors of insight into everyday life and opened a small factory for wooden sculptures. Back in Battambang, have lunch and stroll through the city centre with its well-preserved French colonial buildings. Later, climb the hill, Phnom Bannon, on the top is the temple Prasat Bannon. Stay overnight in Battambang.

Day 4
Transport
Meals:B, L
Battambang - Siem ReapBoating on the river Sangkar to the Tonle Sap

Detailed Itinerary:

Boating on the river Sangkar to the Tonle Sap (August to March / Option 1) or on the “Silk Road” to Siem Reap and boat ride on the Tonle Sap (April to July / Option 2). There are two options; Option 1: With private wooden boats, glide through the narrow Sangkar River, especially during the rainy season leads red-brown water up to the floating village of Tuol Preak same name and pass the bird sanctuary. This bird world reveals its visitors especially from December to March, a unique variety. Following lunch in a traditional house in the village take over the Tonle Sap to Siem Reap continue. Overnight in Siem Reap. Or Option 2: On the way to Siem Reap, first meet at a silk village, where the silk production started in the cultivation of mulberry trees up to the weaving of fine fabrics. Lunch is at a local restaurant. Arrived in Siem Reap, take a boat on one of the most productive waters of the Tonle Sap, towards one of the floating villages, equipped with own schools, community buildings and shops. Experience the original species life. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 5
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Siem ReapVisit Angkor Wat

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast at the hotel, taking into the world of Angkor, starting with Angkor Thom, the former royal fortified city. In its centre is the Bayon, whose collection of eerie towers with over 200 smiling faces of the visitors attracted by magic. Lunch is at a local restaurant. In the afternoon visit Angkor Wat, one of the largest and most complete sacral buildings in the world. Then explore the temple, Ta Prohm, which was left by the researchers as they found him one day. Before you return to Siem Reap, opens up a 10 minute balloon flight an unforgettable view of the world of Angkor. At dinner in the restaurant, enjoy a traditional Apsara dance performance. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 6
Transport
Meals:B, L
Siem Reap - TakeoVisit Takeo, a typical Angkor-period the Temple Mount

Detailed Itinerary:

Have breakfast at the hotel; break on the north to the temple of Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre of Angkor. The stone carvings at Banteay Srei are of such stunning perfection that his name in professional circles as a synonym for the Khmer art in the period of its formation is used. Lunch is at the restaurant. In the afternoon visit Takeo, a typical Angkor-period the Temple Mount, which is guarded by the Nandi bull at the main entrance, then reach Neak Phan, reflecting the Hindu conception of a primordial ocean surrounding the world, and Preah Khan, a temple complex surrounded by dense jungle. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 7
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Siem Reap - Kampong ChamIn Kampong Thom will lead the trip to Sambor Prei Kuk

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast ,leave the world of Angkor to venture a little further into the history of Cambodia. In Kampong Thom will lead the trip to Sambor Prei Kuk, the sunken city. It consists of 4 temple complexes, which are considered the oldest survivor of the Khmer architecture. Lunch is at a local restaurant. Then reach the bustling port city of Kampong Cham, where everywhere in the streets, at markets, but especially along the river there are lively crowds of rural people, during brief tour through the centre can be found beautiful historic buildings from the colonial period. Have dinner and stay overnight stay in Kampong Cham.

Day 8
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Kampong Cham - MondulkiriRide into the remote world Mondulkiris after breakfast at the hotel

Detailed Itinerary:

Ride into the remote world Mondulkiris after breakfast at the hotel. Mondulkiri is one of the few remaining provinces of Cambodia, almost undiscovered, thinly populated by hill tribes who live in the highlands Chlong traditional way. Tropical forests and picturesque landscapes await you. Their trip to Mondulkiri you past affix the rubber plantation in Chhup and by Snoul be the last major stop before the mountains, where we have our lunch. Take advantage of your arrival in Mondolkiri the remaining days to look at the small provincial capital Sen Monorom. Stay overnight in Sen Monorom.

Day 9
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Sen MonoromYou can experience the uniqueness of the jungle

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, have elephant trekking in the jungle. On the back of an elephant, you can experience the uniqueness of the jungle, its sounds and smells. Only by the large animals the narrow paths that can be used that run deep into the woods to play streams and hidden waterfalls where your picnic. Elephants in Mondulkiri considered as equal members of the community and are essential for the transport. Have dinner and stay overnight in Sen Monorom.

Day 10
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Sen MonoromExplores the lifestyle of people has been difficult

Detailed Itinerary:

Their present adventure takes you on a bumpy road through several villages to Phnong hard to reach, the largest waterfall in Cambodia. The Phnong villages are unique in their architecture, explores the lifestyle of people has been difficult. Then have an adventurous crossing of three rivers to reach the Bu Sra waterfall. Two-stage pours the water in about 70 m deep, surrounded by evergreen trees majestic giants. On the way back you stop at a coffee and pepper plantation. Have dinner and stay overnight in Sen Monorom.

Day 11
Transport
Meals:B, L, D
Mondulkiri - KratieA boat takes you into the habitat of dolphins

Detailed Itinerary:

After breakfast, leave the jungle world Mondulkiris and sailing in the small town of Kratie on the Mekong River. Lunch is at a local restaurant. In Kratie it offers in the calm waters of the mighty river a very special attraction - the Irrawaddy dolphins. Many Khmer believe in rebirth as a dolphin, since the snub-nosed animals are reputed many human characteristics. A boat takes you into the habitat of dolphins, where you may have the opportunity to experience this very close. Have dinner and stay overnight in Kratie.

Day 12
Transport
Meals:B, L
Kratie - Phnom PenhJourney in Cambodia is by visiting the temple Wat Nokhor Penh

Detailed Itinerary:

Today your journey in Cambodia is by visiting the temple Wat Nokhor Penh on the line between Kratie and Phnom end. The Buddhist Wat Nokhor middle of a park-like setting includes a number of stupas and shrines. In two restored ponds monks take their daily bath, which is why Wat Nokor was an important religious centre in the region. Lunch is at a local restaurant. Arrive in Phnom Penh, transfer to hotel for check in and overnight

Day 13
Transport
Meals:B
Phnom PenhTransfer to airport to catch flight departure.

Detailed Itinerary:

Welcome pick up at the international airport by Asian Tour Advisor’s guide then transfer to airport for flight departure.

NUMBER IN GROUP PRICE per person in US$ - From 01 OCT ,2012 to 31 MAR, 2013
1 2 3-5 6-9 10-14 Single Supplement
Mid – range 3* 2681 1559 1322 1020 957 205
Superior 4* 2845 1652 1416 1113 1052 303
Deluxe 5* 3428 1966 1729 1427 1364 561
NUMBER IN GROUP PRICE per person in US$ - From 01 APR ,2013 to 30 SEPT, 2013
1 2 3-5 6-9 10-14 Single Supplement
Mid – range 3* 2665 1551 1315 1012 950 178
Superior 4* 2790 1619 1383 1080 1019 270
Deluxe 5* 3296 1889 1652 1350 1288 506
City Mid – range 3* Superior 4* Deluxe 5* Premium 5*
Siemreap City River Hotel Somadevi Angkor Hotel Sokha Angkor Hotel Sokha Angkor Hotel
Phnom Penh Cardamom Hotel Ohana Hotel Intercontinental Hotel Intercontinental Hotel
Sihanoukville White Beach Hotel Independence Hotel Sokha Beach Hotel Sokha Beach Hotel
Kep Veranda Natural Resort Knai Bang Chatt Hotel Knai Bang Chatt Hotel Knai Bang Chatt Hotel

Trip includes:

  • Accommodation in shared twin or double room with daily breakfast
  • Local English speaking guide
  • Private transfers and transportation on tours
  • Meals as mentioned in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, Br=Brunch, D=Dinner)
  • All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary
  • Bottled water & cold towels on sightseeing days

Trip excludes:

  • Cambodia visa
  • Other meals and drinks at meals
  • Hotel early check in /Late check out
  • Overweight luggage
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Tips & gratuities
  • Possible Compulsory Gala Dinner on 24& 31 December
  • Other services not listed in inclusive column

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