SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR
9 Days / 8 Nights
VEUN KHAN - STUNGTRENG - KRATIE - KOMPONG CHAM - PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES - BANTEAY SREI - ROLUOS GROUP
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DAY 1: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: ARRIVAL - VEUN KHAN – STUNGTRENG – COUNTRYSIDE VACATIONS (-/-/-)
On arrival at Veun khan border point, you are met and transferred to Stungtreng. 
This
a real outpost town on the banks of the San River just off the Mekong.
The tranquility in the region shows us an authentic and remote "face" of
Cambodia. There is not many thing to see in this town apart from the
countryside and few temples.
O/N in Stungtreng.
This
a real outpost town on the banks of the San River just off the Mekong.
The tranquility in the region shows us an authentic and remote "face" of
Cambodia. There is not many thing to see in this town apart from the
countryside and few temples. O/N in Stungtreng.
DAY 2: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: STUNGTRENG – KRATIE - BOAT TRIPS (B/-/-)
An
early morning departure by local boat takes us down stream on the
Mekong River to Kratie, a lovely riverside town. The pace is very
relaxed, a perfect way to observe the rural life close up. After
checking into hotel in Kratie we transfer out to explore a complex of
temple, containing Phnom Sambok and Kampi, which boast the major sights
in this region. A view over the surrounding area from the temple is
impressive. The next stop of our trip is Phnom Srey and Phnom Pros. A
part of the pleasure of travelling in Kratie is the simple joy of
catching a glimpse of the endangered Irrawaddy Dolphin and seeing the
dramatic sunset over the river. }
O/N in Kratie.
O/N in Kratie.
DAY 3: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: KRATIE – KOMPONG CHAM –ADVENTURE PACKAGES (B/-/-)
The
river dolphins and the many old architectural structures are a
highlight of Kratie althrough conditions are very basic. We explore this
charming town as we walk along the roads spotted with many charming
Khmer houses and waving kids. We then embark on a local boat for a
tranquil paced trip to Kompong Cham. This town has plenty of interesting
sights, some of which are old colonial buildings and Wat Nokhor with
its ancient temple and mordern style pagoda. After seeing these sights,
we have time strolling around the town to discover different way of
lifes.
O/N in Kompong Cham.
O/N in Kompong Cham.
DAY 4: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: KOMPONG CHAM - PHNOM PENH - CAPITAL CITY DAILY TOURS (B/-/-)
Upon leaving town, we set off on a scenic drive to Phnom Penh, the capital 
city
of Cambodia. Phnom Penh was once considered the loveliest city of
Indochina. Despite its recent turbulent history, it still maintains
considerable charm. A city tour acquaints us with some major sights of
Phnom Penh. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are now home to the
royal family and are therefore very close to the public. At the
northern area of the palace grounds is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred
shrine in the country. We visit both structures as well as the legendary
temple of Wat Phnom , which affords an interesting view over the
surroundings.
O/N in Phnom Penh.
city
of Cambodia. Phnom Penh was once considered the loveliest city of
Indochina. Despite its recent turbulent history, it still maintains
considerable charm. A city tour acquaints us with some major sights of
Phnom Penh. The private quarters of the Royal Palace are now home to the
royal family and are therefore very close to the public. At the
northern area of the palace grounds is Silver Pagoda, the most sacred
shrine in the country. We visit both structures as well as the legendary
temple of Wat Phnom , which affords an interesting view over the
surroundings. O/N in Phnom Penh.
DAY 5: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR (B/-/-)
Today
we enjoy a full day city tour starting with the Royal University of
Fine Arts, where the young Cambodians learn the ancient arts of their
ancestors. A view of numerous children practicing the graceful movements
of the beautiful national dances is impressive. The next stop of our
trip is the National Museum, dedicated exclusively to Khmer art and
sculpture. The majority of the exhibits are from the Angkor period from
9th to 15th century, but some date from as early as the 4th Century.
Heading out of town we visit the Tuol Sleng Prison Museum and the
notorious 'Killing Fields' of Choeung Ek, which give us a deep insight
into the painful bloody rule of the Khmer Rouge. We have time this
afternoon, exploring Psar Toul Tom Pong, also called the "Russian
Market", where anything and everything is for sales.
O/N in Phnom Penh.
O/N in Phnom Penh.
DAY 6: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: PHNOM PENH - SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES (B/-/-)
The river journey begins as we embark on express boat and make our way up 
the
Tonle Sap River and into the lake of the same name. The shallow Tonle
Sap is the largest of Southeast Asia’s lake. Depending on the season,
our boat journey takes us anything from 4 to 6 hours to reach Siem Reap.
This town is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the
ancient city Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire
from 802 AD to 1350 AD. After checking into hotel, we drive to the
archeological area to visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, famous for
its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon
Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the
Terrace of the Leper King, the largest and most complete structure of
Angkor Wat.
O/N in Siem Reap.
the
Tonle Sap River and into the lake of the same name. The shallow Tonle
Sap is the largest of Southeast Asia’s lake. Depending on the season,
our boat journey takes us anything from 4 to 6 hours to reach Siem Reap.
This town is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the
ancient city Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire
from 802 AD to 1350 AD. After checking into hotel, we drive to the
archeological area to visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, famous for
its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon
Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, the
Terrace of the Leper King, the largest and most complete structure of
Angkor Wat. O/N in Siem Reap.
DAY 7: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: SIEM REAP - ANGKOR TEMPLES TRIP (B/-/-)
The
jungle covered temple of Ta Prohm is an incredible sight. There are
enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the
stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man's
creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. We explore
this masterpiece as well as some of the surrounding temples including
Banteay Kdei, Sra Srong, Ta Keo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevado. The
grand circuit with Preah Khan, Kravan, Neak Pean, Krol Ko, Ta Som, East
Mebon and Pre Rup Temples, is also visited this afternoon before we walk
up to Phnom Bakheng Hill for a view of the spectacular sunset over
these sandstone monuments.
O/N in Siem Reap.
O/N in Siem Reap.
DAY 8: SIEM REAP - BANTEAY SREI - ROLUOS GROUP - OVERLAND CAMBODIA TOURS (B/-/-)
Heading out of the town, we drive on a newly paved road to the intricately carved 
and
well preserved temple of Banteay Srei. On the way , we make stover at
the Preah Dark village and the River of 1000 Lingas, locally named Kbal
Spean. We follow these with a visit the Banteay Samre Temple adorned
with impressive reliefs depicting scenes of Vishunu as well as Krishna
legends. We also have time today, exploring the ancient Khmer
civilization site of Hariharalaya which flourished in the late 9th and
earlier 10th centuries. These are the earliest temples in the Angkor
area and are referred to the Rolous group.
O/N in Siem Reap.
and
well preserved temple of Banteay Srei. On the way , we make stover at
the Preah Dark village and the River of 1000 Lingas, locally named Kbal
Spean. We follow these with a visit the Banteay Samre Temple adorned
with impressive reliefs depicting scenes of Vishunu as well as Krishna
legends. We also have time today, exploring the ancient Khmer
civilization site of Hariharalaya which flourished in the late 9th and
earlier 10th centuries. These are the earliest temples in the Angkor
area and are referred to the Rolous group. O/N in Siem Reap.
DAY 9: SECRETS OF MEKONG RIVER TOUR: SIEM REAP – DEPARTURE (B/-/-)
There
is free time for your own exploration of the town and strolling around
the shopping area. The trip ends after your transfer to Siem Reap
Airport for departure.
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