A Wonderful Journey to Southeast Asia
Welcome to Siem Reap, Cambodia!
Upon arrival at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, you will be warmly greeted by our driver and transferred directly to your hotel (check-in time is 14:00). If you have any trouble locating them, please don’t hesitate to message or call your Personal Travel Consultant for immediate assistance.
The remainder of the day is at your leisure to relax or explore at your own pace.
In the evening, enjoy a buffet dinner accompanied by a traditional Apsara dance performance at Amazon or Morakot Restaurant.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before beginning a day of exploration in Siem Reap. Visit the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), entering through the South Gate with its impressive statues depicting the Churning of the Ocean of Milk. Discover the Bayon Temple, known for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara, as well as the Phimeanakas, Royal Enclosure, Elephants Terrace, and Terrace of the Leper King.
Continue to Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful and atmospheric temples, left largely untouched and embraced by the jungle, preserving its mysterious charm.
After lunch at a local restaurant, visit the iconic Angkor Wat, the most famous temple on the plain of Angkor. Covering 81 hectares, this 12th-century masterpiece is a prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture, with its five towers proudly featured on Cambodia’s national flag.
If time and energy permit, visit the Old Market for souvenir shopping before returning to your hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
After breakfast at your hotel, enjoy a boat ride on Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. Cruise through a floating village to see floating houses, schools, and a floating police station, offering a glimpse into the unique lifestyle of local fishing communities.
In the afternoon, visit Wat Thmey, home to Siem Reap’s Killing Fields memorial, before continuing to Satcha Handicraft Center, Cambodia’s first artisan incubator that blends traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design. If time permits, stop at the Old Market for browsing local crafts, silk, carvings, and souvenirs before returning to your hotel.
After breakfast at your hotel and check out.
At 7:30 AM, your guide and driver will meet you in the hotel lobby for your transfer to Battambang, Cambodia’s second-largest city and the country’s leading rice-producing region. The drive takes approximately 3 hours, offering a scenic view of the Cambodian countryside along the way.
Upon arrival, begin your exploration with a visit to Phnom Banan, an 11th-century Angkorian temple perched atop a hill. This well-preserved site features five distinctive towers, reminiscent of a smaller version of Angkor Wat. At the base, you'll find a steep laterite staircase flanked by naga balustrades. Climb the 350+ steps to reach the summit, where you’ll be rewarded with panoramic views and a tranquil atmosphere. The temple was built by King Udayadityavarman II, son of Suryavarman I.
After visiting Phnom Banan, enjoy a picnic-style lunch with local food near the temple (at your own expense).
In the afternoon, continue your cultural discovery with a visit to Wat Sangker (Slaket Pagoda), once the residence of the provincial Buddhist patriarch. Then, travel along the Sangker River to explore a traditional countryside village known for producing rice paper—a staple in Cambodian cuisine.
In the early evening, head to Phnom Sampov, a limestone hill with stunning views and deep spiritual significance. Arrive in time to witness the sunset bat exodus, where thousands of bats emerge from the caves between 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM, creating a breathtaking natural spectacle.
Return to your hotel in Battambang for overnight.
Overnight at hotel in Battambang
After breakfast, check out and meet your guide at 7:00 AM to enjoy a Bamboo Train ride, a fun and unique way to experience the countryside around Battambang.
After the ride, depart for Phnom Penh (approx. 5-hour drive, 291 km). Along the way, stop at Kampong Chhnang to visit a local pottery village, where you will see traditional pottery-making and the production of rice wine.
Continue to Oudong, the former royal capital of Cambodia, where several temples and stupas sit across three hills. Climb the 500+ steps for beautiful views of the surrounding countryside and to see the stupas containing the remains of Khmer kings.
After the visit, continue the drive to Phnom Penh and transfer to your hotel for check-in.
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh
After breakfast, meet your guide at your hotel for a full-day Phnom Penh city tour.
Morning: Visit the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866, and the Silver Pagoda, named for its floor of 5,000 silver tiles. Inside, see treasures including a solid gold Buddha weighing 90 kilograms and a 17th-century emerald Buddha. Continue to the National Museum, designed in Khmer style in 1917, which houses an impressive collection of Khmer art and sculptures throughout the ages.
Afternoon: Visit Wat Ounalom, one of Phnom Penh’s oldest monasteries, located near the riverfront and serving as the headquarters for a revered Buddhist patriarch. Conclude your day with a visit to Wat Phnom, a pagoda on a small hill that marks the legendary founding place of Phnom Penh.
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then depending on your flight schedule, your driver will transfer you to Phnom Penh International Airport for your departure.
Thank you for traveling with us — we hope you’ve had a memorable journey and wish you a safe and pleasant trip ahead!
