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DAY 1: Phnom Penh Highlights (L/D)

Begin this Cambodian experience with a visit to Wat Phnom, symbol of the capital. After lunch, visit the impressive National Museum, the dazzling Silver Pagoda and sobering Tuol Sleng.

DAY 2: Takeo and Phnom Da (B/L/D)

Head south to Takeo to take a boat to Phnom Da and Asaram Moha Russei before having a picnic lunch. Later, visit the Chenla museum at Angkor Borei. Continue south to Kampot for the night.

DAY 3: Kampot and Bokor (B/L/D)

Head up the jungle road to Bokor Hill Station to take in the incredible views and enjoy a picnic at Popokvil Waterfall. In the afternoon, we explore the crumbling buildings at Bokor before continuing to the resort of Sihanoukville.

DAY 4: Beaches of Sihanoukville (B/L/D)

Enjoy a relaxing morning on the quiet beaches of Sihanoukville before sampling a seafood lunch at a beachside restaurant. Later in the afternoon, return to Phnom Penh.

DAY 5: Kratie and the Freshwater Dolphins (B/L/D)

Travel by private car from Phnom Penh to Kratie to view Cambodia’s freshwater dolphins. After lunch, go by boat to see them on the Mekong and take in a classic river view from Phnom Sombok. Enjoy a local dinner and overnight in Kratie

DAY 6: Kompong Cham (B/L/D)

Travel by private car to Kompong Cham and visit the Angkorian-era temple of Wat Nokor and the hilltop pagodas of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey. In the afternoon, visit a nearby Mekong island and its pagodas. Feel free to cycle along the riverbank or browse around the market.

DAY 7: Kompong Thom and Sambor Prei Kuk (B/L/D)

Head to Kompong Thom to visit the pre-Angkorian temples of Sambor Prei Kuk. En route, visit pretty Prasat Guha Nokor. After lunch, visit the hilltop temple of Phnom Sontuk, with its many Buddha images. Stay the night in Kompong Thom.

DAY 8: Kompong Thom to Siem Reap (B/L/D)

Visit Prasat Andet on the journey to Siem Reap. Enjoy a picnic lunch in Kompong Kdei, home of one of the largest Angkorian-era bridges in Cambodia. Continue to Siem Reap, our base for the rest of the tour.

DAY 9: Roluos and the Grand Circuit (B/L/D)

Visit the earliest temples of the Angkor period at Roluos, including Preah Ko, Bakong and Lolei. After lunch, visit the highlights of the grand circuit, including petite Neak Poan, the Eastern Mebon, Pre Rup and huge Preah Khan.

DAY 10: Angkor Thom and the Small Circuit (B/L/D)

Visit the sites of the walled city of Angkor Thom, including Victory Gate, the Bayon, Baphuon, Phimean Akas, Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. After lunch, visit the highlights of the petit circuit, including Prasat Kravan, Sras Srang, Banteay Kdei, Takeo and jungle-clad Ta Prohm. Watch sunset over Angkor Wat then return to town.

DAY 11: Banteay Srei and Angkor Wat (B/L/D)

Enjoy an early morning visit to Angkor Wat to watch sunrise, before continuing north to visit the elegant temple of Banteay Srei and well-preserved Banteay Samre. After lunch in town, visit magnificent Angkor Wat to view its architecture and bas-reliefs.

DAY 12: Phnom Krom and the Floating Village (B/L)

Travel to Phnom Krom for a cruise on the Tonle Sap, passing through floating villages. After lunch in town, visit Artisans d’Angkor and the Western Baray. Transfer to airport for the flight out.