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Siem Reap - One day Angkor Pass Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour Battambang - Leader-led orientation walk Chambok - Traditional dancing Chambok - Homestay and activities Chambok - Khmer Dinner Kampot - Leader-led orientation walk Kampong - Chambok Watefall Trek Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) Phnom Penh - Killing Fields of Choeung Ek

Accommodation

The style of accommodation indicated in the day-to-day itinerary is a guideline only and may change. On some occasions, alternative arrangements may need to be made due to the lack of availability of rooms in our preferred accommodation. In these cases, we will use a similar standard of accommodation. Throughout the trip, we request that our properties prepare rooms in time for our arrival, especially if we’re arriving prior to normal check-in time. However, this isn’t always possible which means we won’t be able to check-in immediately on arrival at some hotels. Instead, we can store our luggage and explore our new destination or on some trips, have use of shared day rooms until all rooms are available. HOTELS: Most of the accommodation on this trip is in hotels (mostly 2 to 3-star). Facilities are often basic, with some properties not having a continuous supply of hot water on occasion. All rooms are either fan cooled or with air conditioning and twin share with private facilities unless stated otherwise in the daily itinerary. Double beds are not widely available in South East Asia. WINDOWLESS ROOMS: Some hotels in South East Asia have windowless rooms, or windows that don’t necessarily have a view. This is often due to high population density in large cities, however local building standards also do not require rooms to have windows. We do request rooms with windows, however they aren’t always available. Guesthouse (4 nights), Homestay (1 night), Hotel (6 nights)

Transport

Private minibus , Public bus , Tuk tuk

Meals

2 breakfasts, 1 dinner

Guide

All group trips are accompanied by one of our group leader or local representative. The aim of the group leader or local representative is to take the hassle out of your travels and to help you have the best trip possible. Intrepid endeavours to provide the services of an experienced group leader or local representative however, due to the seasonality of travel, rare situations may arise where your group leader or local representative is new to a particular region or training other group leader or local representative. Your group leader or local representative will provide information on the places you are travelling through, offer suggestions for things to do and see, recommend great local eating venues and introduce you to our local friends. While not being guides in the traditional sense, you can expect them to have a broad general knowledge of the places visited on the trip, including historical, cultural, religious, and social aspects. At Intrepid we aim to support local guides who have specialised knowledge of the regions we visit. If you are interested in delving deeper into the local culture at a specific site or location then your group leader or local representative can recommend a local guide service in most of the main destinations of your trip.

Optional

Bangkok - Grand Palace - THB500 Bangkok - Wat Pho - THB200 Bangkok - Thai Massage - THB250 Bangkok - Jim Thompson’s House - THB150 Siem Reap - Tonle Sap Lake Boat Trip - USD15 Siem Reap - Remork transport to Tonle Sap Lake - USD10 Siem Reap - Angkor Zipline - USD129 Siem Reap - Landmine Museum - USD5 Siem Reap - Three Day Angkor Pass - USD62 Siem Reap - Urban Adventure Cambodian Cook-Out - USD52 Siem Reap - Street Food Tour - USD47 Kompong Cham - Wat Nokor - USD1 Kompong Cham - Bicycle hire - USD2 Kompong Cham - Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei - USD10 Phnom Penh - Killing Fields of Choueng Ek - USD3 Phnom Penh - Transport to Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) - USD15 Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda - USD10 Phnom Penh - Wat Phnom - USD2 Phnom Penh - National Museum - USD10 Phnom Penh - Cyclo tour - USD4 Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Prison Museum (S21) - USD5 Phnom Penh - Traditional Khmer massage - USD8 Ho Chi Minh City - Reunification Palace - VND40000 Ho Chi Minh City - War Remnants Museum - VND40000 Ho Chi Minh City - Cu Chi Tunnels - VND110000

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Insurance

Insurance is not included. Travel insurance is required for this tour. Please make sure you are adequately covered. If you require travel insurance, TourRadar has partnered up with World Nomads to provide a hassle-free experience. More information can be found here (https://www.tourradar.com/travel-insurance).

Others

Other activities and services not included

Flights

International flights not included.

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Day 1 Day 1: Bangkok
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Bangkok

Sa-wat-dee! Welcome to Bangkok. Your adventure begins with a welcome meeting at 6 pm, where you’ll meet your trip leader and fellow travellers. If you arrive early, you could take a riverboat to Chinatown and explore the crowded streets, uncover the magnificent Grand Palace and the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, wander down the tourist mecca of Khao San Road, or indulge in a Thai massage. There is plenty to keep you occupied in this exciting city. After your briefing, why not head out with the group to try some of Bangkok’s famed street food – pad thai anyone?
Day 2 Day 2: Siem Reap
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Siem Reap

Prepare for a long day of travel as you cross Thailand and enter Cambodia today. Your leader will be on-hand to assist with the border procedures. When you arrive, enjoy a free evening to explore this small but bustling town. You may want to head to Pub Street to grab a bite to eat and sample the city’s nightlife. Or, maybe just rest up in preparation for tomorrow’s visit to Angkor Wat.
Day 3 Day 3: Siem Reap
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Siem Reap

Today you’ll visit the incredible Angkor complex with your guide. If you’re keen, this place is best seen at sunrise, so you can get up super early and head to the complex on your own before your included tour. With your group, you’ll hop on the Remork-moto (Cambodian Tuk-tuk) with an all-female crew from Drivers Srey, whose mission is to support local women with sustainable income to support their families – this will be your transport at Angkor Wat today. With a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll be able to make the most of your visit to the world-famous Angkor complex, built between the 9th and 13th centuries when the Khmer Empire was the pre-eminent influence in Southeast Asia. The ruins are scattered over some 160 square km – the biggest religious monument in the world! Thankfully, the central cluster of temples is close to Siem Reap, so you’ll have plenty of time to fully appreciate the main archaeological sites, including Angkor Wat – the astounding main temple, Bayon – a marvel of many sculpted decorations and Ta Prohm – a series of smaller temples covered in tree roots and jungle. Your guide will add to your experience by bringing ancient history to life with their extensive knowledge of the site.
Day 4 Day 4: Battambang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Battambang

Today, enjoy a free morning in Siem Reap (if Angkor is calling you back, maybe get up early and catch the sunrise) before travelling to Battambang – Cambodia’s second-largest city. Battambang (pronounced Battambong) is a riverside town of French elegance, Khmer people and beautifully preserved architecture. The city is famous for its many statues of animals and divinities that decorate the streets and buildings. The city lacks the traffic of Phnom Penh and the visitor numbers of Siem Reap, so it’s a great place to get a real, authentic slice of Cambodia. When you arrive, follow your leader on an orientation walk to familiarise yourself with the town. Then, enjoy some free time. Tonight, maybe walk along the riverfront where locals indulge in yoga and folk dancing, and watch the sunset.
Day 5 Day 5: Battambang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Battambang

There are lots of optional activities you can choose from today – just ask your trip leader will for advice. If you’re feeling active, maybe hop on a bike or take a tuk-tuk tour to the countryside to learn about rural life. Maybe take part in a cooking class and try your hand at some Khmer cuisine. Or, you might like to visit the hilltop Wat Banan temple, offering 360-degree panoramic views over the Sang Ke River.
Day 6 Day 6: Chambok
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Chambok

Travel by private vehicle into rural Cambodia this morning, to the region of Kampong Speu and the village of Chambok. A member of the Chambok community will take you on a village walk when you arrive – chat about the community’s history, lifestyle and local ecotourism projects and meet the families you’ll be spending the night with. In the evening, head to the community centre to enjoy a local Khmer dinner prepared by some community members. You’ll also be treated to a traditional dance performance.
Day 7 Day 7: Kampot
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Kampot

Morning after breakfast, trek to stunning Chambok waterfall, if the weather’s right before jumping on a private bus this morning and drive to Kampot – one of Cambodia’s most attractive old towns. Renowned for its pepper, Kampot supplied most French restaurants with this vital spice for many years during colonial rule. Today, the region is well-known for its plantations of durian – a spiky, pungent fruit that you either love or hate (try one and decide for yourself). In your free time this afternoon, maybe stroll along the riverside and observe the French architecture, or have a cup of coffee on the veranda of one of the riverside restaurants and admire the view of the Bokor Mountain Range.
Day 8 Day 8: Kampot
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Kampot

Enjoy a free day in this chilled-out town. For a unique photo opportunity, head to the roundabout in the centre of the town, where a giant durian statue sits smack in the middle. Then, maybe browse for goodies at the covered market. The nearby countryside is also a delight to explore – among fields of Kampot pepper and rice there’s also a salt field and a limestone cave with a small seventh-century brick temple inside called Phnom Chhnork. Otherwise, why not have a relaxing day and enjoy one of the highly recommended traditional massages?
Day 9 Day 9: Phnom Penh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Phnom Penh

Leave Kampot in your dust this morning and travel by local bus to the capital city of Phnom Penh. Cambodia’s capital is set on a major junction of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers and boasts some fine examples of French-inspired architecture. Perhaps spend your free afternoon visiting the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Wat Phnom, shrouded in myth, is equally worth a visit, as is the National Museum with its excellent Khmer collection. Cyclo tours around the city are a great alternative to walking and generally include the art deco Psar Thmei (Central Market), US Embassy, Wat Phnom, Mekong riverfront, Independence Monument and Royal Palace.
Day 10 Day 10: Phnom Penh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Phnom Penh

Today you’ll have the opportunity to learn more about Cambodia’s tragic past on a guided tour of Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek – two sites that tell the story of the tragic legacy of the Khmer Rouge. After this, the afternoon is free for you to explore further. If you’re looking to relax, the Seeing Hands massage parlours are some of the best in the city, and all visits support the staff who all have visual impairments. Their years of expertise may be just what you need today after a busy couple of days!
Day 11 Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City

Travel by local bus from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City. Your leader will again assist you with border crossing procedures and you’ll stop for lunch. When you arrive, get out and discover Ho Chi Minh City’s blend of old and new, east and west, and be sure to sample a baguette or some of the excellent coffee on offer – both markers of the city’s strong French influence. Tonight, maybe hit one of the hole-in-a-wall bars and explore the nightlife. Ask your leader for the best restaurants and bars in the area to toast to a trip well-travelled.
Day 12 Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City

With no activities planned for today, your trip comes to an end. If you’d like to spend more time in Ho Chi Minh City, just speak to your booking agent.

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Itinerary of your trip Cambodia Adventure

Day 1: Bangkok

Day 2: Siem Reap

Day 3: Siem Reap

Day 4: Battambang

Day 5: Battambang

Day 6: Chambok

Day 7: Kampot

Day 8: Kampot

Day 9: Phnom Penh

Day 10: Phnom Penh

Day 11: Ho Chi Minh City

Day 12: Ho Chi Minh City

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