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 5 Days Phnom Penh - Siem Reap vice versa "The Serenity Cruise" |
5 Days Phnom Penh - Siem Reap vice versa "The Serenity Cruise"
Duration:
5 days / 4nights
Prices:
640
Start Date: Upon Request
Depart From:
Phnom Penh
Destination(s) to visit:
Phnom Penh - Siem Reap by Boat
Tour Code:
ETV256
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Tour description:
Departure Date:
January 2010: 5, 19
February:
2, 16
March 2010: 23
Travel from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap by Boat - Boat trip from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap
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Tour Program:
Day 1: Phnom Penh
“Pearl
of the East”
Board The Jayavarman at 7:30am. Around 8:30am, embark
on a city tour in this dynamic, historical capital of Cambodia which has
retained its French colonial charm. Sightseeing in the morning will
include the dazzling white and gold architecture of the Royal Palace,
outstanding displays of Khmer crafts at the National Museum and the
temple on a hill - Wat Phnom.
After lunch in a local restaurant,
examine the painful, heart wrenching reminders of Cambodia’s ugly past
under the Khmer Rouge regime with an excursion to the infamous “Killing
Fields”; the former detention, torture and execution centers during the
Cambodian civil war. Introduction and onsite lecture by a local history
professor.
Thereafter, to ease the nerves a variety of cocktails will
be at your disposal, followed by Cambodia’s traditional Apsara dance
performance. Experience the brilliance and richness of the culture, the
soothing sounds of traditional music, the calming scent of incense
sticks and a delicious Khmer food buffet.
Day 2: Phnom Penh –
Kampong Cham
“Monks and hilltops”
Depart before the break of
dawn from Phnom Penh with a stop at the little known Chong Koh silk
weaving village for a leisure walk. We cruise past the Mekong’s tranquil
villages and mind blowing river life with scores of fishermen on duty.
Visit Wat Nokor, a wat built within the ruins of an ancient temple that
holds a timeless story.
Then, travel to the Cheung Kok Ecotourism
Village, a small village developed with support from Assistance
Médiation Internationale (AMICA). Travellers can visit the village and
take part in activities to experience village life. Profits from tourism
go towards re-investment into long-term projects.
Day 3:
Kampong Cham – Wat Hanchey
“Cambodia’s province and the wetlands”
Wake
up in the wee hours of the morning, truly energized to embark on a
journey upriver to the pre-Angkorian temple of Wat Hanchey. Located at
the top of a hill overlooking the river, it offers some of the best
views in Cambodia. Dating from the 8th century, these ancient structures
do justice to the architecture of the Chenla Empire which predated the
glories of the mighty Angkor. Enjoy spectacular views of the surrounding
well organized rice paddy plains, as well as a travellers blessing
performed by the local monks.
Day 4: Kampong Cham – Kampong
Chhnang – Tonle Sap
“Waterworld”
Before the sun rises, The
Jayavarman sets sail to Kampong Chhnang via Prek K’dam along the
meandering Tonle Sap River, which narrows through leafy swaths of the
South East Asian jungle. Take a walk through Kampong Louang, one of the
last silversmith villages, to see the entire community involved in
making various silver items to sell. Get back aboard The Jayavarman to
eat lunch while cruising towards Kampong Chhnang.
After lunch, take a
motorboat excursion from Kampong Chhnang to see the wetlands, floating
houses and fish farms in the region. Make a stop at a Heritage Line
sponsored floating school to interact with the children and teach them
some English! This is the day to truly experience rural Khmer life. In
the evening, a mouth watering Farewell Dinner will be served on the Sun
Deck.
Day 5: Tonle Sap – Siem Reap
“Angkor Awaits”
This
great lake dominates Cambodia and is over 150 km in length. The
birdlife is profuse and from the middle of the lake one cannot even see
the shores. Witness stillness and tranquillity on the way to Siem Reap.
The
water level varies a great deal according to the time of the year and
the amount of rainfall recorded. Thus, changes may occur for the
different seasons.
High Water Program (approx. between July
and December)
Cross the Tonle Sap Lake at dawn and 11:00 disembark at
Siem Reap Port for onward coach transfer to the hotel by 12:00 pm
Low
Water Program (approx. between December and June)
Cruise early
morning to Prek K’dam where you will disembark Jayavarman after
breakfast. Board a coach at 9:00am which will take you to see a
pre-Angorian temple on your way to Siem Reap. A packed lunch and
refreshments will be available along the way. Arrive in Siem Reap early
afternoon.
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Boat trip from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap - Travel from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap by Boat
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