Cambodia & Mekong Uncovered

Cambodia & Mekong Uncovered

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Cambodia & Mekong Uncovered

18 Days Starting and ending in Phnom Penh, Cambodia

Visiting: Phnom Penh, Battambang, Siem Reap, Angkor Archaeological Park, Kampong Cham, Angkor Ban, Kampot, Kampong Trach

Tour operator:

Wendy Wu

Tour code:

2679

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

12 - 28

Physical rating:

Level1

Age range:

12-99

Tour operated in:

English
From: $5275

NB: Prices correct on 01-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

Tour Overview

Discover the rich history and vibrant culture of Cambodia on the "Cambodia & Mekong Uncovered" tour. Begin your journey in Phnom Penh, exploring its colonial architecture and significant landmarks like the Royal Palace and Tuol Sleng Museum. Travel to the serene city of Battambang, known for its beautiful landscapes and colonial charm. Experience the wonders of Siem Reap, including the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor Wat and a captivating performance by the Phare Cambodian Circus. Delve into local traditions with a Cambodian cooking class and a countryside experience. Embark on a three-night cruise along the Mekong River, visiting quaint villages and historical sites. Conclude your adventure in the coastal town of Kampot, exploring its natural beauty and community initiatives. This tour offers an immersive and comprehensive exploration of Cambodia's past and present.

Highlights

  • Fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital, and start soaking up the local culture.

  • Explore Phnom Penh, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, and Wat Phnom.

  • Learn about Cambodia’s tragic past with visits to the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields.

  • Journey to Battambang, a laid-back city with beautiful landscapes and grand colonial architecture.

  • Witness hundreds of thousands of bats erupting from the hillside at dusk in Battambang.

  • Enjoy a performance by the graduates of the Phare Cambodian Circus in Siem Reap.

  • Explore the Angkor Archaeological Park, including Angkor Thom, Bayon, Elephant Terrace, and Angkor Wat.

  • Join a traditional Cambodian cooking class at an organic farm and tour social enterprises in Cambodia.

Itinerary

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Day 1 - 2 : Days 1-2: Fly To Phnom Penh

Location: Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh

Meals Included: Dinner

Fly to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital.

Depending on your time of arrival, the rest of the

day is yours to start soaking up the local culture.

Day 1 - 2 : Days 17-18: Fly Phnom Penh To Uk

Location: Phnom Penh, Phnom Penh

Meals Included: Breakfast

Board your flight home, arriving the same or

the following day.

Day 3: Explore Phnom Penh

Location: Phnom Penh

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore Phnom Penh, a European-feeling city

of airy boulevards and colonial villas. Though

it is still scarred by the events of the 1970s,

the city has been renewed with energy and

optimism. Enjoy a guided tour of the city,

stopping to visit the magnificent Royal Palace,

Silver Pagoda and National Museum. Visit

the city’s chief landmark, the temple of Wat

Phnom, before an afternoon at leisure.

Day 4: Tuol Sleng Museum

Location: Phnom Penh

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, learn about Cambodia’s tragic

past under the Khmer Rouge regime with

visits to the Tuol Sleng Museum and the

Killing Fields. Return to Phnom Penh in the

afternoon, with time to explore further.

Day 5: Travel To Battambang

Location: Battambang

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Journey to Battambang, Cambodia’s lesserknown

city. With a population of less than

120,000, Battambang is a laid-back city

nestled on a bend of the Sangkae River. Set in

some of the country’s most beautiful

landscapes, Battambang is also home to

Cambodia’s grandest colonial architecture.

Day 6: Historic Battambang

Location: Battambang

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, explore a traditional local house

for a glimpse of rural life. Head out of town to

the 12th-century Banan Temple and admire

the breathtaking hilltop views. Pause to

witness a local phenomenon – hundreds of

thousands of bats erupting from the hillside as

dusk falls over the countryside.

Day 7: Siem Reap & Circus

Location: Siem Reap

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Travel west to Siem Reap, arriving in the

afternoon. Enjoy time at leisure before dinner.

This evening, enjoy a rollicking performance by

the graduates of the Phare Cambodian Circus.

This NGO organisation transforms the lives of

disadvantaged local youths, providing them

with a formal education and vocational training

in the performing arts.

Day 8: Explore Angkor

Location: Angkor Archaeological Park

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The Angkor Archaeological Park encompasses over 1,000 temples, all the remains of different capitals of the Khmer Empire between the 9th and 15th centuries. Our tuk-tuk tour begins from the old city of Angkor Thom as we pass through the magnificent South Gate flanked by 54 gods and demons. At Angkor Thom’s centre is the enigmatic Bayon, a breathtaking temple of innumerable sculptural decorations. Also admire the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue to Ta Prohm before the rest of the day is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most magnificent and best preserved of all of Angkor’s treasures. Later, take a leisurely boat ride on the moat of Angkor Thom and view hidden elements of the old Khmer water systems.

Day 9: Cooking Class

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Join a traditional Cambodian cooking class

at an organic farm, learning about the flavours

that go into Khmer cuisine. This afternoon,

enjoy a tour of some of Cambodia’s social

enterprises dedicated to fostering positive

change, learning about the impact of their

remarkable work on local communities.

Day 10: Countryside Experience

Location: Siem Reap

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Head out of Siem Reap to enjoy an immersive

countryside experience. Visit a number of

farms and local villages part of the Trei Nhoar

Community and discover the true essence of

Cambodia, witnessing a more traditional way

of life, untouched by modernity, as you gain

insights into daily life of the rural Khmer

population. Enjoy a home-cooked meal with

the locals and return to Siem Reap in the

late afternoon.

Day 11: Victoria Mekong

Location: Kampong Cham

Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This morning, transfer to Kampong Cham to

embark on your next adventure – a three-night

cruise on our premium small ship, the Victoria

Mekong. Begin your cruise with a complimentary

cocktail on deck, watching the sun set.

Day 12: Angkor Ban

Location: Angkor Ban

Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Explore the laid-back village of Angkor Ban

with its wooden stilt houses. Sail to Wat

Hanchey and head up the hill to see its

7th-century temple with panoramic views

over the Mekong.

Day 13: Oudong & Silk Island

Location: Phnom Penh

Accommodation Name: Victoria Mekong

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Enjoy a walking tour of Koh Chen village, where

you’ll meet a local copper and silversmith, before

continuing to the country’s former capital, Oudong.

This afternoon, take a tuk-tuk to Silk Island to

learn about the process of silk weaving from

worm to loom. Arrive in Phnom Penh and end

the afternoon in style with a signature cocktail at

Raffles Hotel Le Royal before returning to the ship.

Day 14: Kampot

Location: Kampot

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Disembark the Victoria Mekong and depart

Phnom Penh, heading for the coastal town of

Kampot, stopping en route at a pepper farm to

learn about the famous Kampot pepper.

Enjoy a walking tour of Kampot, a charming

town characterised by its colonial architecture.

Day 15: Kampong Trach Cave

Location: Kampong Trach

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Visit Kampong Tach Cave, with its

breathtaking limestone formations. Continue

to Trapeang Sangke, a community-based

initiative dedicated to preserving mangroves in

the area, and enjoy a boat trip through the

vast mangrove forests.

Day 16: Return To Phnom Penh

Location: Phnom Penh

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Return by road to Cambodia’s capital. This

evening, admire modern Phnom Penh as you sip

a cocktail at a local sky bar, and consider how

this reinvigorated capital is moving forward.

What's Included

  • Meals

    The tour includes meals throughout the trip, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner on various days.

  • Guided Tours

    Enjoy guided tours of Phnom Penh, Battambang, Siem Reap, Angkor Archaeological Park, and other significant locations.

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation is provided throughout the tour at various locations.

  • Cruise

    A three-night cruise on the premium small ship, the Victoria Mekong, is included.

  • Cultural Experiences

    Experience local culture through visits to traditional houses, temples, and social enterprises.

  • Cooking Class

    Participate in a traditional Cambodian cooking class at an organic farm.

  • Performances

    Enjoy a performance by the graduates of the Phare Cambodian Circus.

  • Transportation

    Transportation between various locations and activities is included.

What's Not Included

  • International Flights

    International flights to and from Cambodia are not included.

  • Travel Insurance

    Travel insurance is not included and must be purchased separately.

  • Personal Expenses

    Personal expenses such as souvenirs, additional meals, and drinks are not included.

  • Visa Fees

    Visa fees for entry into Cambodia are not included.

  • Optional Activities

    Any optional activities or excursions not mentioned in the itinerary are not included.

Mode of Transport

Transportation details are not provided in the tour description.

Accommodation

Accommodation details are not provided in the tour description.

Experiences

Cruise the Mekong Delta

Cruise the Mekong in style aboard the contemporary Victoria Mekong with state-of-the-art facilities and an itinerary packed with culturally-immersive shore excursions and onboard activities.


Cambodian Circus Show

A rip-roaring combination of theatre, music, dance and circus, Phare: the Cambodian Circus, tells tales woven from local folklore, history and modern life in a unique, magical and authentically-Cambodian way.


Kampott Pepper Farm

Learn all about the cultivation and production of Kampot pepper, considered by many to be the world's best, as you tour a peaceful pepper farm in southern Cambodia's lush countryside.


Check out our Q&As

  • What can I expect to see in Phnom Penh?

    In Phnom Penh, you will explore a city with airy boulevards and colonial villas. You will visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, and the temple of Wat Phnom. Additionally, you will learn about Cambodia's tragic past with visits to the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields.

  • What activities are planned in Battambang?

    In Battambang, you will explore a traditional local house, visit the 12th-century Banan Temple, and witness hundreds of thousands of bats erupting from the hillside at dusk.

  • What will I experience in Siem Reap?

    In Siem Reap, you will enjoy a performance by the Phare Cambodian Circus, explore the Angkor Archaeological Park with a tuk-tuk tour, and take a leisurely boat ride on the moat of Angkor Thom. You will also join a traditional Cambodian cooking class and visit social enterprises dedicated to fostering positive change.

  • What is included in the countryside experience near Siem Reap?

    The countryside experience includes visiting farms and local villages part of the Trei Nhoar Community, witnessing traditional Khmer life, and enjoying a home-cooked meal with the locals.

  • What can I expect on the Victoria Mekong cruise?

    On the Victoria Mekong cruise, you will enjoy a complimentary cocktail on deck, explore the village of Angkor Ban, visit Wat Hanchey, take a walking tour of Koh Chen village, and learn about silk weaving on Silk Island. You will also visit the former capital, Oudong, and enjoy a signature cocktail at Raffles Hotel Le Royal.

  • What will I see in Kampot?

    In Kampot, you will visit a pepper farm to learn about Kampot pepper, enjoy a walking tour of the town with its colonial architecture, and visit Kampong Trach Cave with its limestone formations. You will also take a boat trip through the mangrove forests at Trapeang Sangke.

  • What is the final activity in Phnom Penh before departure?

    The final activity in Phnom Penh includes admiring modern Phnom Penh while sipping a cocktail at a local sky bar, reflecting on how the capital is moving forward.

  • What happens if I need to change my holiday date once I’ve booked?

    If, after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you wish to change your travel arrangements in any way, we will endeavour to make these changes, but it may not always be possible. Any changes to confirmed bookings need to be sent to us in writing via your travel agent. Please refer to our booking conditions for further information and fees.

  • Do you operate a “single share” option and how does it work?

    Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date.

  • What documents will I receive before I travel?

    Your Final Travel Documents are usually sent to you 2-3 weeks prior to your departure. Your travel pack will include your tour itinerary, hotel details, flight e-tickets and a travel guide. If you have booked with a travel agent, your tickets will be dispatched to your travel agent unless we have been otherwise informed.

  • Will I be travelling with passengers from other countries?

    Our passengers generally enjoy the mixture of British, Australian and American clients on tour. Occasionally we are joined by English-speaking passengers from other countries.

  • What is 'Happy to Share'?

    Customers booking to travel solo can choose our ‘Happy to Share’ option, which may enable them to share a twin room with other solo customers of the same gender who also request Happy to Share, thus avoiding the need to pay single room supplements. Note that ‘Happy to Share’ requests can be received when you make your booking with us but will not be confirmed until your final payment due date. If a share partner is found, the Single Supplement will be removed from your booking. If a share partner is not found, the Single Supplement will remain and is payable with your final balance in line with our normal booking conditions. Either way, our Operations Team will contact you around 75 days before departure to let you know whether a share partner has been found or not. We regret that Happy to Share requests cannot be accepted within 75 days of departure. Wendy Wu Tours reserves the right to change or withdraw this arrangement at any time.

  • Do you allow children on your tours?

    We allow children 12 years and over on our group tours. We recommend that families with children of any age take advantage of our private or tailormade tours. This will give you more flexibility while on tour.

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