Your Trip to Cambodia

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About Cambodia

Time Zones Local time in Cambodia is 7 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (UTC+7 )1 hour behind Singapore Currency

Currency: Riel (r) or US dollar1USD =4,100.r

Cambodia LanguageOfficial languages: Khmer

Where is Cambodia?Officially the Kingdom of Cambodia, on the Indochinesemainland of Southeast Asia. Cambodia is largely a land of plainsand great rivers and lies amid important overland and rivertrade routes linking China to India and Southeast Asia.International borders are shared with Thailand and the LaoPeople’s Democratic Republic on the West and the North, andthe Social Republic of Viet Nam on the East and the Southeast.The country is bounded on the Southeast by the Gulf ofThailand.Capital: Phnom PenhReligion: Theravada Buddhism (97%), Islam, Christianity, AnimismSiem Reap is Cambodia’s principal tourist town.

Electricity Socket: 230V/50Hz For Cambodia there are three associated plug types, A, C and G.Please bring Universal Travel Adaptor.

Safety: Traveling around Cambodia is pretty safe.

Cambodia Visa Policy Free visaThe nationals of the Laos, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Brunei Darussalam, Myanmar Do not need a tourist visa and may stay in Cambodia for 21 and 30 days respectively.

Useful Information

Remarks :Tourists also can get their visas prior to their arrival through a Cambodian Embassy or Consulate overseas. Tourists also can get eVisa through online E-Visa before travelling.

Most visitors can apply visa are obtainable upon arrival at both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap International Airports in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. At land crossing from Thailand, Vietnam and Laos, visa can be obtained at International Check Point border.

Electronic Visa (e-Visa) Apply through below web link : https://www.evisa.gov.kh/

Why you should visit Cambodia

Temples of Angkor

Irrawaddy Dolphins The Royal Palace in Phnom Penh

Floating villages on Tonle Sap

Cambodia Weather :Tropical Climate - Cool season: November- March (22-28c)- Hot season: March- May (28c -38c)Monsoons season: May - October (24-32c, with humidity up to 90%.)from November to February ,is the Best time to visit Cambodia.

MUST visited places

Visit Siem Reap & Angkor Archeological Park - Angkor WatSiem Reap province is located in northwest Cambodia. It is the major tourist hub in Cambodia, as it is the closest city to the world famous temples of Angkor (the Angkor temple complex is north of the city).Angkor Archeological Park - Angkor WatUNESCO World heritage site in 1992.Stretching over some 400 square kilometres, including forested area, Angkor Archaeological Park contains the magnificent remains of several capitals of the Khmer Empire of the 9th to the 15th centuries, including the largest pre-industrial city in the world. The most famous are the Temple of Angkor Wat and, at Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple with its countless sculptural decorations .

Phnom Penh - French Built CityThe Royal Palace in Phnom PenhThe Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh are the city’s finest example of twentieth-century Khmer influenced architecture. The Royal Palace is set back from the riverbank on Sothearos Boulevard. You can stroll this complex of regal structures and perfectly manicured grounds. While there, you will gain an insight into Cambodia’s past and present. A blue flag flies when the King is in residence. While the palace itself is off-limits, it’s possible to visit several buildings within the grounds. The Silver Pagoda is named for its floor which is covered in gleaming silver.

Floating Villages on Tonle SapTonle Sap Lake; the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia and is also an ecological hot spot that was designated as a UNESCO biosphere in 1997. Tonle Sap lake is home to dozens of picturesque floating villages. Explore the fascinating houses built from bamboo and raised on stilts; they are mainly inhabited by Vietnamese fisherman. You’ll pass floating markets, schools and pagodas and learn more about local life.

Singapore Phnom Penh (PNH)

How to Get to Cambodia ?The international airports of Siem Reap (REP) and Phnom Penh (PNH) are the main arrival points for most international visitors.

Full Carrier

Flight No. Departure /Arrival City Departure /Arrival Time Flight ScheduleMI 606 Singapore (SIN)

Phnom Penh (PNH) 07:40 08:35 Daily flight

Daily flight Daily flight

MI 606 12:00 13:05MI 608 16:35 18:05

Flight duration :about 2 hrs.

Direct Flight

Flight No. Departure /Arrival City Departure /Arrival Time Flight ScheduleMI 601 Phnom Penh (PNH)

Singapore (SIN) 09:35 12:40 Daily flight

Daily flight Daily flight

MI 605 14:05 16:55MI 607 18:50 21:35

Flight duration :about 2 hrs.

Phnom Penh (PNH) Singapore

Singapore Siem Reap (REP)

How to Get to Cambodia ?The international airports of Siem Reap (REP) and Phnom Penh (PNH) are the main arrival points for most international visitors.

Full Carrier

Flight No. Departure /Arrival City Departure /Arrival Time Flight ScheduleMI 614 Singapore (SIN)

Siem Reap (REP) 08:40 09:45 Daily flight

1,5,7MI 616 14:30 15:45Flight duration :about 2 hrs.15 Min

Direct Flight

Flight No. Departure /Arrival City Departure /Arrival Time Flight ScheduleMI 613 Siem Reap (REP)

Singapore (SIN) 10:40 14:15 Daily flight

1,5,7MI 615 16:40 20:05Flight duration :about 2 hrs. 30 min

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Singapore Phnom Penh (PNH) Singapore

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Budget Flight

Day 01 | Singapore Phnom Penh Arrive Phnom Penh around noon – Visa processing – meet with guide for transfer to hotel. Cheug Ek - the killing field that proceeded more than 20 thousands of civilians and the site is connecting with Tuol SlengMuseum - was the former school that was transformed to Tortured Prison S21. Stroll around Russian Market for shopping.Evening, we head to Phnom Penh's Riverside then get on board with a welcome cocktail from drink menu while the boat is slowly cruising along Mekong & Tonle Sap, watch the sunset fading at horizon before buffet dinner is started to serve, unwind yourself with colorful Phnom Penh nightlights. Disembark and return hotel.Overnight Phnom Penh.

Phnom Penh in 3 Days

Day 02 | Phnom Penh city explorationTake a challenge of cyclo ride (rickshaw) along riverfront, Today visit Silver Pagoda on the same ground of Royal Palace, River Front Park and renowned Wat Phnom Hill.In the afternoon, explore Koh Dach (The Silk Island) . Koh Dach or Silk Island is reachable by a short boat cruise or approx. 45 minutes by road from central Phnom Penh Capital.Overnight Phnom Penh

Day 03 | Phnom Penh Singapore transfer the airport for your departure flight.

Day 01 | Singapore Siem Reap Arrive Siem Reap – Visa processing – meet with guide for transfer to hotel. Free to explore.Evening, we leave to have Khmer set dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance (Royal Ballet of Cambodia.)Overnight Siem Reap .

Siem Reap in 4 Days

Day 02 | Siem Reap - Full Day Angkor Discovery(by Tuk Tuk or car)Morning tour to South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Afternoon visit the World Seventh Wonder of Angkor Wat and view sunset at Bakheng Hill. Overnight Siem Reap

Day 04 | Siem Reap Singapore Optional Tour: Half Day Tonle Sap Lake (depends on your flight)Transfer the airport for your departure flight.

Day 03 | Siem Reap - Grand Tour & Beautiful Banteay SreiVisit beautiful red-pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei which has a meaning “citadel of the women”, a short visit at palm sugar village, other various palm handicrafts and discover the serenity of Banteay Samre temple. Climb over Pre Rup temple, wait to watch beautiful sunset overlooking rice paddies.Overnight Siem Reap

Day 01 | Singapore Phnom Penh Arrive Phnom Penh around noon – Visa processing – meet with guide for transfer to hotel. Overnight Phnom Penh.

Cambodia classic twin city in 8 Days

Day 02 | Phnom Penh city explorationToday visit Silver Pagoda on the same ground of Royal Palace, River Front Park and renowned Wat Phnom Hill.In the afternoon, Phnom Penh Municipality Hall, National Library, National Bank, Independence Monument and shopping at New Central Market. Overnight Phnom Penh

Day 03 | Phnom Penh Ou Dong former Capital of Cambodia Phnom Penh Morning, overland excursion along the way to Ou Dong stopover in Phnom Praset, visit the Pre-Angkorian temple (8thC.) and the pagoda to view the reclining Buddha. Enjoy the beautiful view of the surrounding plains and rice-fields from the hilltop temple. Continue driving to Ou Dong where a picnic lunch will be served. Afternoon visit the various temples and the three large stupas where the ashes of three former kings are preserved. Next visit the Vihara of 18 Cubit Buddha, until transfer back to Phnom Penh. Overnight Phnom Penh

Day 04 | Domestic Flight to Siem Reap and visit Rolous Group and Small CircuitMorning transfer the airport for domestic flight to Siem Reap. Upon arrival ,transfer to visit Rolous Group including Preah Ko, Bakong, Lo Lei. Afternoon visit Small Circuit including Prasat Kravan (Cardamon sanctuary), Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang (Royal Bath), Ta Prohm (Jungle Temple), Takeo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda. Overnight Siem Reap

Day 05 | South Gate of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat (Siem Reap )Morning tour to South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Afternoon visit the World Seventh Wonder of Angkor Wat and view sunset at Bakheng Hill. Overnight Siem Reap.

Day 06 | Kulen Waterfall and Banteay Srei Temple (Siem Reap )Morning full day tour to Holy mountain of Phnom Kulen visit Liga carving, a legacy of the God-kings who ruled Cambodia in the ninth century, one of the eight water sources, Sleeping Buddha, and the Waterfall of Phnom Kulen. On the way back visit Banteay Srei (Citadel of the women) and Banteay Samre. Overnight Siem Reap

Day 07 | Floating VillageMorning boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake to visit floating village. Afternoon visit Les Artisans d’Angkor - Chantiers Ecole where visitors can observe students learning traditional carving and finishing techniques and shopping at local market.

Day 08 |Siem Reap DepartureFree at your own leisure until transfer for flight departure. End of Service

Cambodia classic twin city Itinerary

HOTEL IN PHNOM PENH 5*****

Palace Gate Hotel & Resort 5***** Opened in 2017.

Hotel Set in a restored French colonial villa adjacent to the Royal Palace .3 x meeting rooms ( for small group meeting and board meeting only)

Attractions nearby :in the heart of Phnom Penh, A new luxury hotel situated at the heart of Phnom Penh within short areas from all major attractions.It is 550 m to the National Museum, while Chaktomouk Conference Hall is 500 m from the property. Kandal Market is 950 m away

Rosewood Phnom Penh 5***** Opened in 2018.

Hotel is adjacent to Vattanac Capital Mall, 2 on-site restaurants and the sky bar,Soaring 188 meters above the heart of Phnom Penh occupies the top 14 floors of Vattanac Capital Tower, the city's most iconic modern structure and a symbol of the new Cambodia.Total of 992 square meters of indoor event space.Guest Rooms:175Meeting Rooms :3Largest Room Sq. m.:282Total Meeting Sq. m.:992

Attractions nearby500 m from Wat Phnom, the hotel is also 900 m away from Riverfront Park

HOTEL IN PHNOM PENH 5*****

Raffles Hotel Le Royal 5***** The luxury heritage hotel

Hotel can host international conference, board meeting, product launch or company summit seamless. Guest Rooms:175Meeting Rooms: 4Attractions nearby :Located in the heart of Phnom Penh, Chaktomuk Conference Hall 2 is 3 km away from Raffles Hotel Le Royal, while it is just a 20-minute drive from Phnom Penh International Airport. Royal Palace and the National Museum are 2 km away.

Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra 5***** Opened in 2010.Located in Phnom Penh's Old Quarter featuring colonial-style architecture,Guest Rooms :201Meeting Rooms:9The Grand Ballroom can accommodate 950 pax in banquet-style seating with a stage.Attractions nearbyAeon Mall is conveniently a 850 metre-walkChaktomuk Conference Hall 2 is 2.5 km away

HOTEL IN PHNOM PENH 4****

Anik Palace Hotel 4 **** newly opened in Dec 2019

Anik palace has an appearance of a castle and all rooms are beautifully designed with a classical theme.Dé Grand Restaurant can host meeting, parties, Weddings capacity: 100 people

Attractions nearby :Aeon Mall Phnom Penh is 1.6 km awayTuol Sleng Genocide Museum is 1.1 km away

Courtyard by Marriott Phnom Penh - Phnom Penh 4**** newly opened in Jan 2019

Guest Rooms:186Number of meeting rooms: 2 ( Max capacity up to 35 person per room)

Attractions nearbyIn Phnom Penh City CentreCentral Market - 12 min walkIndependence Monument - 13 min walkRoyal Palace - 22 min walkAEON Mall - 27 min walk

HOTEL IN PHNOM PENH 4****

Hotel Emion Phnom Penh 4 ****

Rooftop Infinity Pool2 x meeting rooms Attractions nearby :In Daun PenhRiverside - 1 min walkRoyal Palace - 10 min walkAEON Mall - 18 min walkPhnom Penh Night Market - 23 min walk

Aquarius Hotel & Urban Resort Phnom Penh 4****

Rooftop terraceNumber of meeting rooms: 1Attractions nearbyIn Phnom Penh City CentreIndependence Monument - 5 min walkRiverside - 12 min walkRoyal Palace - 14 min walkCentral Market - 18 min walkAEON Mall - 21 min walk

HOTEL IN SIEM REAP 5*****

Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort 5 *****

Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort is set among tranquil landscaped gardens on the tree-lined Charles de Gaulle Avenue. It is just 10 minutes’ drive to Angkor Wat.Attractions nearby :Angkor Wat.Hotel has an 18-hole Championship Golf Course.15 minutes’ drive to Siem Reap’s bustling centre, Pub Street and the Old French Quarter. Rooms: 238 .The grandest & biggest hotel ballroom in CambodiaAn Executive Boardroom and two smaller meeting rooms.

Courtyard by Marriott Siem Reap Resort 5*****

This hotel have 7 Event rooms, 1x ballrooms ,can host Meetings, workshops, conferences, stylish parties and wedding receptions

Attractions nearbyIn the city centre and next to a golf course. Travellers who have shopping on the agenda can visit Pub Street and Old Market Area.18 holes of golf

HOTEL IN SIEM REAP 5*****

Le Méridien Angkor 5 *****

Le Méridien Angkor hotel also features event spaces that offer choices for all manner of private and professional eventsSix sophisticated meeting rooms Five indoor event venuesAttractions nearby :close proximity to the magnificent Angkor Wat

Angkor Paradise Hotel 5*****

This hotel have 5 Event rooms, can host Meetings, workshops, conferences, stylish parties and wedding receptions

Attractions nearbyIn the Heart of Siem ReapPub Street - 20 min walkAngkor Night Market - 17 min walkAngkor Shopping Center - 8 min walk

HOTEL IN SIEM REAP 5*****

Park Hyatt Siem Reap 5 ***** Luxury Hotel

2 x Meeting roomAttractions nearby :Park Hyatt Siem Reap is minutes away and the ideal point of origin for shopping in the local market, night life in Pub Street and temple adventures at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Angkor Wat.

Mane Hariharalaya 5 ***** Small Luxury Hotel

“The home of gods Harihara” – set within 70,000 square meters surrounds with old trees, lakes and rice paddies – is a 5-star resort that beautifully captures the Khmer Traditional Houses while offering every modern luxury, echoing the ancient city of the Khmer Empire near the ruins of royal temples of Bakong,Attractions nearby :Pub Street is 9 km from the resort, while Angkor Wat is 12 km from the property. Rooms: 49.NO meeting facility

HOTEL IN SIEM REAP 4****

Angkor Privilege Resort and Spa 4.5 **** Small Hotel

Angkor Privilege Resort and Spa is connected to a shopping centre. Attractions nearby :Pub Street and Angkor Night Market are worth checking out

Sokha Palace Siem Reap Hotel 4****

Sokha Siem Reap Resort & Convention Center boasts the city’s largest meeting and convention space at 4,350sqm. The pillar-free Grand Ballroom and 8 adjoining meeting rooms have been designed with function and space in mind. the leading venue in Cambodia for conferences and events.

Attractions nearbyJust 10 minutes outside of Siem Reap city center. Close to attractions and entertainment areas like Pub Street and the Old Market.

Facts about Battambang

About BattambangBattambang is Cambodia's second-largest city and the capital of Battambang Province, which was founded in the 11th century. It is the former capital of Monton Kmer and lies in the heart of the Northwest of Cambodia.It is located in one of the biggest rice-growing areas in Southeast Asia. The province is bordering to the North with Banteay Meanchey, to the West with Thailand, to the East and South with Pursat and the great lake Tonle Sap.It's a riverside town, home to some of the best-preserved, French colonial architecture in the country.165km far from Siem Reap

How to get to Battambang ?From Siem Reap to Battambang -By bus takes around 3 hours.From Phnom Penh to Battambang -By bus takes around 6 hours.

ClimateDuring the rainy season between mid-April and mid-October the Mekong swells and backs into the Tonle Sap (Great Lake), increasing the size of the lake almost threefold. General information about the climate:- Rainy season: June - October (<31c)- Cool season: November- February (>26c)- Hot season: March- May : Temperature: from 28c -35c

Why you should visit Battambang ?

Phare Ponleu Selpak – Battambang Circus

Arts Hub Authentic Khmer Food

Bamboo Train

Day 01 | Singapore Siem Reap BattambangArrive Siem Reap – Visa processing – meet with guide for transfer to Battambang. Upon arrival free to explore.Overnight Battambang. (By bus takes around 3 hours)

Siem Reap & Battambang in 7 Days

Day 02 | Battambang Bamboo Train & The SurroundingsExperience some fun on the famous Bamboo Train in Battambang,Visit traditional wooden house which was built a century ago during French Era Stroll at Battambang winery before heading to Phnom Sampov where you enjoy the active walking up to the mountain to see the spectacular sunset, witness the killing caves and watch thousands of bats flying back to their homes.

Day 03 |Battambang Highlights & to Siem Reap This morning we will have Battambang City tour, start with the Market of Phsar Nat with interesting local trades and have chances to taste some of local snacks then we grab the fascinating highlights of Khmer & French architectures, National Bank and the old bridge that was built more than a hundred year ago. Continue to visit the most popular Ta DumbangStatue with an interesting legendary and now become the religious site for praying to have happiness and good luck in life.Drive to We drive (3 hours) to Siem Reap. Evening, we leave to have Khmer set dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance (Royal Ballet of Cambodia.)Overnight Siem Reap

Day 07 | Siem Reap Singapore Transfer the airport for your departure flight.

Day 05 | Siem Reap - Grand Tour & Beautiful Banteay SreiVisit beautiful red-pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei which has a meaning “citadel of the women”, a short visit at palm sugar village, other various palm handicrafts and discover the serenity of Banteay Samre temple. Climb over Pre Rup temple, wait to watch beautiful sunset overlooking rice paddies.Overnight Siem Reap

Day 06 | Siem Reap Day Trip to Tonle Sap Lake

Day 04 | Siem Reap - Full Day Angkor Discovery(by Tuk Tuk or car)Morning tour to South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Afternoon visit the World Seventh Wonder of Angkor Wat and view sunset at Bakheng Hill. Overnight Siem Reap

Siem Reap & Battambang in 7 Days

HOTEL IN BATTAMBANG

1. Maisons Wat Kor, Battambang 4**** Small Hotel

Located just two kilometres from the centre of Battambang, Maisons WatKor enjoys a quiet rural location, a short distance from the banks of the Sangker river. Set in three traditionally built Khmer wooden houses, set on stilts and surrounded by lush gardens.

2. Battambang Resort, Battambang 4**** Small HotelNestled in the midst of lush rice paddies just outside the city of Battambang,a short tuk-tuk ride from the centre of Battambang,

3. Classy Hotel 4**** Located only 200 metres from the historical Colonial Buildings. It is 300 metres from Battambang Museum and 400 metres from Riverside Night Market.

4. Moloppor Villa Battambang 3***Opened December 2017. 3-minute drive by Tuk Tuk from the city centre

Facts about Sihanoukville

About SihanoukvilleAlso known as Kampong Som ,the capital of Sihanoukville Province, at the tip of an elevated peninsula in Cambodia's south-west on the Gulf of Thailand. 'Beach town', 'port community', 'fledgling resort destination' - all describe Sihanoukville, Cambodia's premier beach town.Sihanoukville is famous for its white sand beaches, fresh from-the-ocean seafood.

How to get to Sihanoukville1. By Flight To Sihanoukville Airport (IATA: KOS)2. By bus From Phnom Penh takes around 5 hours.

JC (Cambodia) International

Lanmei Airlines (Cambodia)

Cambodia Angkor Air

How to get to Koh Rong Island from Sihanoukville ?Faster ferry from Sihanoukville to Koh Rong. It will take about 1 hour

About Koh Rong IslandLocated just off the coast of Sihanoukville, Cambodia, Koh Rong is famous for its serene beauty. Often described as an ‘island paradise’ by visiting tourists, the island boasts pristine white sandy beaches, warm crystal-clear ocean waters, and a hot tropical climate.

7 Best Beaches on Koh Rong1) Lonely Beach2) Lazy Beach3) 4K Beach (Long Set Beach)4) Saracen Bay5) White Beach6) Sok San Beach7) Palm Beach

Lazy Beach Listed in the ‘Top 21 Beaches in the World’ by the National Geographic,

Best Things to See & Do on Koh Rong

1.Snorkelling & Scuba Diving 2.Glowing Plankton 3.Sunsets

4.Jet Skiing 5.Windsurfing 6.High Point Zip Line and Rope Park

The best time to visit Koh Rong Island is between the middle of November and the start of May. During these months you’ll have beautiful hot days with very little cloud and low humidity.

Koh Rong - the most beautiful, natural, slowly developing island in Cambodia, is a tranquil home for a pleasant relaxation, sunbathing, swimming, snorkeling and perfectly suitable for those who love to discover the underwater to see flora and fauna,and go for Plankton experience.

Day 01 | Singapore Phnom Penh Sihanoukville Koh Rong Island

Welcome to Phnom Penh ,Travel to Sihanoukville by bus. (Distance : 230 km approximately 5 hours ) Change ferry to Koh Rong Island, check into your hotel and rest .

7 Days in Koh Rong & Sihanoukville

Day 02 | Koh Rong IslandSnorkelling on Lazy Beach /Koh Rong Diving tours / Sunbathing and Swimming/Plankton experience

Day 04 | Koh Rong Island SihanoukvilleFerry back to Sihanoukville, you can spend few days in Sihanoukville.

Day 03 | Koh Rong Island Island hopping - Koh Rong SamloemKoh Rong Samloem (also romanized as Kaoh Rong Sanloem) is located 4km (2mi) south of Koh Rong Island (a short 20 minute ferry trip away). Visit local Villages /or Wildlife/the Jungle Trail walk/ Sunbathing and Swimming.

Day 05 | Sihanoukville ( free & easy)

Day 06 | Sihanoukville( free & easy)

Day 07 | Sihanoukville Phnom PenhFly or drive back to Phnom Penh ,

Reasons why you should not stay in Sihanoukville1. 90% of the tourist are Chinese.2.Too touristic 3.The beaches in Sihanoukville run the gamut from quaintly underdeveloped to a polluted mess.4. Safety is another concern .

HOTEL IN KOH RONG ISLAND Koh Rong Luxury Resorts

The Royal Sands Koh Rong 5***** Premium luxury opened in 2017

Song Saa Private Island Resort 5***** Opened in 2012

Tropical reefs, amazing sunset views and white private sandy beaches feature at Song Saa Private Island.

Sol Beach Resort 4****Opened in 2015 in Koh Rong Sanloem The One Resort 4****

Opened in 2016 in Koh Rong Sanloem

HOTEL IN KOH RONG ISLAND

Sok San Beach Resort 4**** Wooden Bungalows

Koh Rong Resort 4****

Long Set Resort 4**** The Secret Garden Koh Rong 4****Opened in 2019

How to get to Kampot?From Phnom Penh to Kampot- By Bus takes 3-5 hours. (150 km )From Sihanoukville to Kampot - By Bus takes 2- 3 hours. (100 km)

About Kampot Kampot is located in south-east Cambodia and the capital of the province of the same name. It is a gateway to Bokor National Park.

When to visit Kampot ?Kampot’s high season is during the winter months (November-January).March-May is the hottest time of the year and should be avoided. The best time to visit Kampot is after the monsoon (September-October), when the rice fields are green, temperatures are cool, and it’s less crowded.

Things to Do in Kampot1. Kampot Night Market2. Cross the old French Bridge3. Admire Kampot’s colonial architecture4. The Lotus Pond5. Bokor National Park6. Join a Kampot pepper tour7. Visit the Kampot salt fields8. Cycle through the rice fields9. Track down Kampot’s secret lake & waterfall10. Day trip to Rabbit Island

Pepper has been commercially cultivated in Kampot as far back as the 13th century. By the 1920s, almost all pepper consumed in France – an estimated 2,600 tonnes – came from Kampot of Cambodia!Kampot’s #1 export is black pepper.

Day 01 | Singapore Phnom Penh KampotWelcome to Phnom Penh ,Travel toKampotby bus. (Distance : 150 km approximately 3 hours ) Check into your hotel and rest .

Day 02 | Kampot Bokor National Park + Sunset Cruise

Day 03 | Kampot countryside & Rabbit Island

6 Days in Kampot Itinerary

Bokor National ParkThe main attraction in Bokor National Park is the old French hill station at 1,080m .The Old French Palace is a hauntingly beautiful colonial building constructed by French settlers in 1917 and completed in 1925 for the French social elites who were living in Cambodia and needed an escape from the humidity and heat of Phnom Penh.

Day 04 | Kampot La Plantation pepper tour Or visit a Durian Plantations

Day 05 | Kampot Highlights Tour (Morning)Visit the Salt Farm-Stop at the Rice Fields-Journey to the Secret Lake-Visit the Historical Temple CaveKampot Heritage city Walking Tour.

Or a day trip to KepKep Crab Market -to enjoy the Fresh seafood .

Day 06 | Kampot Phnom PenhDrive back to Phnom Penh ,

6 Days in Kampot Itinerary

Kampot Durian is famous throughout Cambodia for its flavor and sweetness. find the cheapest (and tastiest) durian in the Kingdom in Kampot. Durian season in generally runs from mid-May to July

Luxury

Le Bokor Palace 5**** Opened in 2017 -6 Star luxury Hotel

Samanea Beach Resort & Spa 4****Opened in 2014 in Kep

Veranda Natural Resort 4****Opened in 2012 in Kep

HOTEL IN KEP

KEP BAY HOTEL & RESORT4****Opened in 2017 in Kep

HOTEL IN KAMPOT

Boutique Kampot Hotel4**** Opened in 2016

Hotel Old Cinema Opened in 2019 In town (near the Durian Roundabout)

Nataya Round House Coral Bay Resort 4****Opened in 2013

The J Break Boutique 4****Opened in 2019 In town

WHAT YOU MUST EAT IN KAMPOTCrab with Kampot PepperDurian Fruit

Please take note :1. Kampot is paradise for adventurous travelers.2. Kampot is still relatively rural, slow pace.3. Only Guesthouses, hostel, bungalow and small -medium size local hotel are available .so not suitable for MICE Group. 4. Recommend for F.I.T or small family group.

Must buy :Kampot Pepper /Sea Salt

About Mekong River The Mekong River is one of the world's great rivers. Originating in Tibet, not far from the source of the Yangtze River, it tumbles down through the Himalayas and southern China into Southeast Asia and flows along the borders of Laos, Burma and Thailand through the heart of the Golden Triangle into Cambodia, where it flows in one direction in the wet season and the opposite direction in the dry season. It finally empties into the South China Sea at the Mekong Delta in Vietnam. Its source in Tibet as not discovered until 1994.

The Mekong River goes by many names. It is known as Lancang Jiang (Turbulent River) in China, the Mae Nam Khing in Thailand, Myanmar and Laos, Tonle Than (Great Waters) in Cambodia and Cuu Long (Nine Dragons) in Vietnam. It is also known as River of Stone, Dragon Running River, Mother River Khong, and Big Water.

The Mekong is the longest river in Southeast Asia, the 12th longest in the world and the 10th largest in terns of volume.

Why choose Aqua Mekong ?‘Award-Winning Luxury Cruise Ship’

Ship SpecificationsYear Built: 2014Ports of Embarkation: My Tho (Vietnam), Phnom Penh and Siem Reap (Cambodia)Type of Vessel: River Expedition Vessel

World class Dining experience exclusive menu by one of Southeast Asia’s most acclaimed Michelin-starred consulting chef .

Top services Offer Five star service : 1:1 crew-to-guest ratio

All inclusive package

Private boat Twice daily shore excursion with own private boat .

Mekong River Cruise

Aqua Mekong (All suite boutique luxury cruise ship) ‘’The finest of river cruise ships in Asia’Aqua Mekong also received the coveted Gold Award in the Architecture/New Build category in the 2015 Asia Hotel Design Awards.

20 spacious, air-conditioned suites feature full-length windows that offer spectacular panoramas of the ever-changing Mekong scenery. Design Suite specificationsCabin size from 322 square feet (30 sq m) Design Suites, 644 sq ft (60 sq m) interconnecting suitesFloor-to-ceiling panoramic view for all suitesLarge double closets with chest of drawers and electronic safeMusic docking stationProfessional hairdryer

AmenitiesObservation DeckOutdoor Lounge and BarIndoor Lounge and BarDining RoomPrivate Screening RoomOutdoor PoolGymSpaLibrary and Games RoomBoutique

Route 1 -5D4N Downstream Siem Reap to Phnom Penh Day 1 | ArriveTonle Sap Lake - Siem ReapDay 2 | Tonle Sap Lake - Prek Toal - Moat KhlaDay 3 | Tonle Sap Lake - Chhnok Tru - Kampong ChhnangDay 4 | Tonle Sap And Mekong River - Koh Chen - Koh Oknha TeyDay 5 | Phnom Penh/ Departure Or extend your trip .

4 Nights cruise route in Cambodia

Route 2 -5D4N Phnom Penh to Phnom Penh Day 1 | Arrive Phnom PenhDay 2 | Koh Chen - Kampong PrasatDay 3 | Kampong Chhnang – Kampong TralachDay 4 | Koh Oknha Tey - Preah ProsopDay 5 | Phnom Penh/ Departure Or extend to Siem Reap

5D4N Cruise Route Upstream onlyBetween Vietnam &Cambodia

Route -5D4N Cruise (Upstream)Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam ) to Phnom Penh (Cambodia)Day 1 | Arrive My Tho - Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam ) Day 2 | Binh Thanh/sa Dec - My An Hung (Vietnam ) Day 3 | Chau Doc - Vinh Xuong –ka’om Samnor BorderDay 4 | Koh Oknha Tey - Preah Prosop (Cambodia)Day 5 | Phnom Penh/ Departure (Cambodia)Or extend to Siem Reap

8D7N Cruise (Upstream) Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam ) to Phnom Penh (Cambodia)Day 1 | Arrive My Tho - Ho Chi Minh (Vietnam )We will collect you at the Ho Chi Minh meeting point and transfer you by air-conditioned coach to My Tho dock where we will welcome you aboard the Aqua Mekong. Day 2 | Binh Thanh/sa Dec - My An Hung (Vietnam ) Day 3 | Chau Doc - Vinh Xuong –ka’om Samnor Border (Vietnam ) Day 4 | Koh Oknha Tey - Preah Prosop (Cambodia)Day 5 | Phnom Penh(Cambodia)Day 6 | Koh Chen - Kampong Prasat (Cambodia)Day 7 |Kampong Chhnang – Kampong Tralach (Cambodia)Day 8 |Mekong River – Disembarktion from Phnom Penh / Departure (Cambodia)Customized exploration of Phnom Penh and disembarkation. You Can extend trip to Siem Reap.

If you wish cruise disembark at Phnom Penh Day 1- Day 5 program are the same. From Day 6 cruise route will change to below :Day 6 | Koh Chen - Kampong Prasat (Cambodia)Day 7 |Kampong Chhnang – Kampong Tralach (Cambodia)Day 8 |Mekong River – Disembarktion from Phnom Penh / Departure (Cambodia)Customized exploration of Phnom Penh and disembarkation. You Can extend trip to Siem Reap.

8D7N Downstream Mekong Cruise Siem Reap(Cambodia)to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)

Day 2 | Tonle Sap Lake – Prek Toal (Cambodia) – Moat Khla (Cambodia)Hop on our launch boats and discover vast wetlands, birdlife and remote stilt communities around the Tonle Sap Lake, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve designated in 1997. Spot large waterbirds like the spot-billed pelicans, milky stork, black-headed ibis and the elusive masked finfoot within the 22,000-hectare Prek Toal Core Bird Reserve, one of the last refuges in Southeast Asia located on the Tonle Sap Lake. After lunch, sail to the floating village of Moat Khla and attend a Buddhist blessing ceremony in this isolated community accessible only by water.

Day 3 | Tonle Sap Lake – Chhnok Tru (Cambodia) – Kampong Chhnang (Cambodia)Explore remote villages around the Tonle Sap Lake, designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve in 1997. In ChhnokTru, we “slide” into an ice factory and learn from locals what it’s like to live in a town where schools, churches, pagodas, and even the karaoke bar and police station all float. In the afternoon, continue experiencing Khmer riverside life in Kampong Chhnang. In this serene village, meet traditional potters and palm-sugar producers and watch them practices age-old craftsmanship and techniques dating back to the 6th century that is still highly relevant and valuable today.

Day 1 | Cambodia Tonle Sap Lake – Siem Reap (Cambodia) ****Focus Tonle Sap Lake ***If you are NOT intested in Tonle Sap Lake ,can choose cruise route start from Phnom Penh .Our crew warmly welcomes you at our meeting point at our Siem Reap meeting point where our air-conditioned coach will take you on a picturesque 45-minute countryside ride to the Aqua Mekong, which is docked on the Tonle Sap lake. for check-in to your 3-story, five star Mekong abode. Settle into your floating luxury retreat and a memorable first night on board your five-star home on the legendary Mekong.

Day 4 | Tonle Sap Lake and Mekong River – Koh Chen (Cambodia) – Koh Oknha Tey (Cambodia)Awake to the beauty of rural Cambodia and sail by skiff to the silversmith village of Koh Chen for a first-hand encounter with artisans producing magnificent royal Khmer silverware. Keep an eye out for their famous silver bowls, regularly chosen by Cambodia’s king as gifts for visiting dignitaries. In the afternoon, we set off for the Koh Oknha Tey, Mekong’s ‘Silk Island’ where Khmer artisans showcase the dyeing and weaving of krama, a silk scarf loved by locals and a treasured cultural asset that dates back from the Angkor period. A biking option is available for those who wish to explore deeper into the island.

Day 5 | Mekong River – Phnom Penh (Cambodia)Experience the vibrancy of the Cambodian capital on a motorized tuk-tuk and tour the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum of Cambodia, home to the world’s largest collection of Khmer art. Guests may also visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum or shopping at Russian Market before disembarkation.

Day 6 | Mekong River – Ka’om Samnor-Vinh Xuong Border Crossing – Chau Doc (Vietnam) – My An Hung (Vietnam)Say ‘Good Morning, Vietnam’ while we cross the border and sail towards Tan Chau, a vibrant border town. Take the local rickshaw (xe loi) for a trip around town, or pedal 18 kilometers on a top-of-the-line mountain bike on the peaceful island of Long Khanh. In the afternoon, stroll through the verdant plantations in the Mekong Delta village of My An Hung, visiting a local’s home to savor local fruits, listen to traditional folk song performances by villagers and participate in a unique unicorn dance. A biking option is also available for those who wish to explore the idyllic countryside on wheels.

8D7N Downstream Mekong Cruise Siem Reap(Cambodia)to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)

Day 7 | Mekong River – Binh Thanh/Sa Dec (Vietnam) – Cai Be (Vietnam)Begin the day learning about traditional mat weaving at Binh Thanh village or visit Sa Dec’s vibrant market and the beautifully-preserved home of Marguerite Duras’ legendary lover, Mr. Huynh Thuy Le. We continue downstream for Cai Be, sailing in a traditional sampan past lone fishermen on their long tail boats. Later in Cai Be, walk or cycle among high-roofed open courtyard houses that date back more than 100 years, before arriving at one such house invited by a gracious local resident.

Day 8 | Mekong River – My Tho (Vietnam) – Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)Enroute to My Tho port for disembarkation, visit Vinh Trang Pagoda, one of the largest Mahayana Buddhist temple in the region. Admire the temple’s eclectic architectural style and see three large Buddha statues plus an impressive collection of bonsai trees. See the best of the Cambodian capital on motorized tuk-tuk, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and the National Museum of Cambodia, home to the world’s largest collection of Khmer art. Based on your preferences, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum or shop at the Russian Market before disembarking the Aqua Mekong.

8D7N Downstream Mekong Cruise Siem Reap(Cambodia)to Ho Chi Minh City (Vietnam)

Other Mekong River Cruise

1. Mekong Jewel Cruise Ship Debuting on January 3, 2020 the latest cruise . Cabins : 34 | Launched : 2019 | Length : 80m (263 ft) | Crew Members : 44Sailing along the Mekong River through Cambodia and Vietnam. 34 indulgent suites and world-class onboard facilities, this all-suite Mekong Jewel Boat Cruise redefines elegance and luxury and sets new standards for an elite river adventure.Each Suites features high ceilings

2. Mekong Princess Cruise.Cabins : 12 | Launched : 2015 | Length : 70m (229ft) | Crew Members : 24All suite cruise , decorated with French-colonial style decor in a combination of tranquility, comfort, and modernity which rival one of the finest Mekong River Cruises.

Other Mekong River Cruise

3.Mekong Navigator Cruise Ship. Cabins : 34 | Launched : 2014 | Length : 70m (230ft) | Crew Members : 34All-suite Cruise . designed in French Colonial style with high-end service with a 2:1 crew-to-passenger ratio. Carrying no more than 68 guests, this luxury Mekong Navigator Boat Cruise offers attentive and gracious service from meticulously trained staff.

4. Victoria Mekong 4****Cabins : 35 | Launched : 2019 | Length : 76.8 meters |The latest and largest 4-Star Luxury Cruise in the Mekong Delta, connecting 2 cities of Ho Chi Minh and Phnom Penh. The 4-storey vessel with 25m2 Deluxe room type and 2 x 45 m2 VIP Suites room with modern furniture.