Remote Cambodia

Upon arrival at the international airport your driver will be present, which will take you to the hotel.

Rest of the afternoon rest for recovery after the long intercontinental flight.

Overnight at Phnom Pehn.

After breakfast at the hotel, we visit the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866, and its Silver Pagoda, which takes its name due to its floor, consisting of over 5,000 silver tiles.

Among the other treasures that we can find within it are a gold Buddha of 90 kilograms to a small image, always of the Buddha, in emerald of the seventeenth century.

We then visit the Toul Sleng Museum (S-21), a school transformed into prison by Pol Pot's security forces and which became the largest detention and torture centre of the Khmer Rouge.

In the afternoon we visit the Cheung Ek Killing extermination camp.

To follow free time at the Russian Market (Psah Tuol Thom Pong) for purchases.

Overnight at Phnom Pehn.

After breakfast at the hotel, car transfer to Kratie.

Kratie is the province of dolphins, and although it is over 600 km away from the sea, the resort is famous for being the city where there are more dolphins than in any other part of the world. Or at least so he said a description of the colonial period, now perhaps it is not so, but in any case there is the possibility to meet the river dolphins of the Irrawady.

We start to visit the part of the river where the largest number of dolphins is grouped and a boat tour will allow us to get closer and better admire these rare mammals (if the weather conditions do not allow it, the excursion will be carried out the following morning).

Visit the city and its surroundings, also seeing the temple of Phnom Sombok until sunset on the Mekong River.

Overnight in Kratie.

Departure to Kampong Cham passing through the vast plantations of rubber trees, present since the times of the French colonial period. We will stop to see the extraction process of the substance.

Continuation and visit of the temple of Wat Nokor, dating back to the 11th century.

Short stop at the village of Skhun, famous for its giant spiders, served, to those who obviously want it, in all sauces: surrounded by sellers who in baskets, turned towards the sun to not cool delicious food, offer delicate arachnids, which can be purchased in small bags from which they are taken and enjoyed one by one, as fries.

We then climb on the sacred hills of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei (the man and woman's hill), from which you can enjoy an exceptional view of the whole surrounding area.

We visit Mount Sunthok, climbing over 800 steps to the top, where there is a Buddhist pagoda and from which you can enjoy a wonderful view that stretches across the flat territory.

Arrival in the provincial capital of Kampong Thom and accommodation.

Overnight at Kampong Thom.

After breakfast, check out the hotel and private transfer to the province of Preah Vihea.

Upon arrival in the province of Preah Vihea, you climb by car to the spectacular mountains of Dongrek, where the temple of Preah Vihear (UNESCO World Heritage, July 2008) is perched on the edge of a gigantic cliff.

Visit and explore the temple, enjoy the incredible scenery and discover the history of the temple and the recent border disputes with Thailand.

Overnight in the province of Preah Vihear.

In the morning we head to Koh Ker, which was the capital of the Khmer Empire for a short time under the reign of King Jayavarman IV in the 10th century AD. During this period, many of the temples were built or restored. The site therefore has significant historical importance in Cambodia's history

Koh Ker is known for its distinctive architecture, which differs from Angkor's most famous style. The Koh Ker temples are mainly made of bricks, a rich red stone in the region, which gives them a characteristic appearance. Many of the structures have been restored and preserved, allowing visitors to admire their grandeur.

One of the most iconic aspects of Koh Ker are the stepped pyramids, which dominate the landscape. The main step pyramid, called Prasat Thom, is about 36 meters high and is the largest building in the complex. Climbing the steps, visitors can reach the top to enjoy a panoramic view of the surrounding forest.

To get there we will cross the district of Damdek, to the complex “Koh Ker”, which includes the temple Koh Ker, the temple Neang Khmao and the temple Chin (Chinese temple).

At the end we will return to Siem Reap.

Along the way, which will allow us to observe the typical Cambodian country life, we will visit the remote time of Beng Mealea, which is 60 kilometers from Siem Reap, which is known for its decadent and romantic appearance. Built in the 12th century, the temple is in ruins and is partially covered by vegetation, creating a charming atmosphere. It is a labyrinth of passages and courtyards, with some parts of bas-reliefs and sculptures still intact. Its isolated location and tranquility make it an ideal place for those looking for an authentic and less crowded experience in the history of Khmer.

On the temine return to Siem Reap, where we will overnight.

After breakfast in the hotel you will visit the group of Rolus, the first town of Angkor, called Hariharalaya.

It will be discovered the temple of Bakong, the great and interesting of the group, the temple Preah Koh and that of Lolei, built on an island in the center of the large water reserve (now rice fields) of King Yasovarman I, founder of the first Angkor.

In the afternoon we visit the temples Prasat Kravan, Srah Srang, Banteay Kdei, Eastern Mebon and Pre Rup Temple, and we will enjoy the sunset from above.

Overnight at Siem Reap.

The morning is the ideal time to visit the capital of King Jayavarman VII, called Angkor Thom, built in the 12th century.

We will see the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple complex, unique with its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Elephant Terrace, the Lebbroso King Terrace, and Baphuon, the former Royal Palace.

The afternoon is the best time to visit the Angkor Wat, one of the wonders of the mountains, with its 5 towers and the thousands of Apsara dancers carved on its walls.

It is considered the masterpiece of all Khmer art, the most famous and imposing temple, considered one of the wonders of the world. It is a dazzling structure in its spectacularness, an example of extraordinary architectural wisdom, decorated with sculptures and extremely refined bas-reliefs, through which the main scenes of the Indian epic poems are described in a masterly manner.

We stay until we enjoy the sunset in front of the Angkor Wat.

Overnight at Siem Reap.

After breakfast in the hotel we transfer to the temple Bantey Srey, that is “the citadel of women”, famous for the splendid bas-reliefs carved almost all in pink sandstone and according to many, superior for delicacy and precision also to those present within Angkor Wat.

It is located about 40 km from Siem Reap and is reachable among enchanting landscapes characterized by rice and villages.

In the afternoon we continue our visit with the Preah Khan temple, built by King Jayavarman VII.

We continue with the Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a swimming pool (which represents the paradise mountain-lake Himalayana), then the Ta Som temple and the Per Rup temple until sunset.

Overnight at Siem Reap.

In the morning visit to the villages on Lake Tonle Sap.

Continue by car until Phnom Pehn.

Overnight at Phnom Pehn.

In the morning private transfer with only driver for Phnom Penh (~ 5 hours drive).

Arrival at the airport for return flight.