CAMBODIA
English Cambodia is an anglicisation of the French Cambodge, which in turn is the French transliteration of the Khmer.
Magical, mysterious, and absolutely mesmerizing, Angkor Wat is one of those bucket list places that every human should experience before they die. Here is the largest Buddhist temple on earth, which took 30 years to build during the 12th century (113-5BC) and spans over 208 hectares (500 acres).
Cambodia is a Southeast Asian nation whose landscape spans low-lying plains, the Mekong Delta, mountains and Gulf of Thailand coastline. Phnom Penh, its capital, is home to the art deco Central Market, glittering Royal Palace and the National Museum’s historical and archaeological exhibits. In the country’s northwest are the ruins of Angkor Wat, a massive stone temple complex built during the Khmer Empire.
We are starting 2023 with a country rich in history and gorgeous like heaven. Join us for only Cambodia or Join our Vietnam + Cambodia combo trip to explore the unknown.
Itinerary:
Day 1: Land in Siem Reap
Day 2: Angkor Wat
Day 3: Explore Siem Reap
Day 4: Drive to Phnom Penh
Day 5: Explore Phnom Penh
Day 6: Fly Back
Day 1 : Land in Siem Reap
Siem Reap, a resort town in northwestern Cambodia, is the gateway to the ruins of Angkor, the seat of the Khmer kingdom from the 9th–the 15th centuries. Angkor’s vast complex of intricate stone buildings includes preserved Angkor Wat, the main temple, which is pictured on Cambodia’s flag. Giant, mysterious faces are carved into the Bayon Temple at Angkor Thom.
Land in this beautiful city and check in at the hotel.
We will go to see the magnificent Angkor Wat Sunset!
Overnight Stay in Siem Reap
Day 2 : Angkor Wat, Ta Phrom, Preah Khan Temple,Bayon
Today, we will visit the mighty Angkor Wat and 3 other temples, which are the best ones and must be on every itinerary.
Angkor Wat is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu who is one of the three principal gods in the Hindu pantheon (Shiva and Brahma are the others). Among them he is known as the “Protector.” The major patron of Angkor Wat was King Suryavarman II, whose name translates as the “protector of the sun.”
Preah Khan temple is located in the Angkor Archaeological Park and is still largely unrestored. It is one of the larger temple complexes within the historic park. Preah Khan translates to “Holy Sword” in Khmer, named by Jayavarman VII in honour of his battle victory against the invading force of Chams, who belonged to a kingdom in what is now Vietnam, in the year 1191.
This majestic temple complex is surrounded by a moat, and its surface area stretches over a swatch of land that’s 800 meters by 700 meters, enclosing an area of 56 hectares. Its aesthetics are very similar to nearby famous Angkor temple Ta Prohm, with vegetation and trees seeming to swallow the ruins.
The Bayon was built as a Buddhist temple. A statue of the main idol, a seated Buddha image sheltered under the hoods of the snake Mucalinda, was discovered in a pit under the main shrine.
Turned into a Hindu temple
A few decades after the death of King Jayavarman VII, the temple was turned into a Hindu temple when King Jayavarman VIII reverted the official Khmer religion back to Hinduism; images of the Buddha were destroyed or turned into Hindu images.
Overnight Stay in Siem Reap
Day 3 : Explore Siem Reap
Today, we will explore Siem Reap.
Eat Red Ants
When in Cambodia, you should eat as the locals eat. We’re not talking about going all out with spiders or larva. Start small with yummy dishes like beef and ants. The flavour of the ants is bitter and the crunch is reminiscent of eating caviar. The balance of beef and gravy compliments each spoonful of ants quite well, especially with a beer on the side.
Order this plate at a snazzy restaurant like Marum where dishes (and experiences) are meant to be shared or try Mie Café whose in-house chef makes the most gourmet red ant dishes in the whole city.
Old Market
Get the local experience at The Old Market, or as the locals call it “Psar Chaa”. Built in the 1920’s, here is where residents of Siem Reap come to get their produce, grains, and meat for homecooked meals.
The market is divided into small sections selling different goods. Go to the fruit section where you can get organic fruit like mangosteens and dragon fruit at local prices, walk down the dim alleyways of the meat section where you’ll find freshly made sausages hanging on strings, or walk through the rows of vendors sitting on straw floor mats selling dried seafood.
Aspara Dance Performance
A mixture between Cirque du Soleil and a Native American Pow Wow, the Aspara Dance performance is absolutely mesmerizing.
Aspara, meaning “beautiful girls” in Khmer, was historically performed by girls who were believed to have supernatural powers. The dance stems all the way back to Angkorian times when Suryavarman II was in power. Back then, these goddess-like women only danced for the royal family.
These days, you can be royalty when you snag a ticket for the evening performance. The show is a full-on production with captivating dancers, intricate costumes, professional lighting, and intense backdrops that lasts for over an hour.
Wander Pub Street
With so much culture, history, and ancient architecture to take in during the day, you might just want to let off some mindless steam at night. For a relaxed evening of western food and a wild night of Angkor beers on tap, head to Pub Street.
This long walking road surrounded by neon signs, bars touting bucket drink specials, and groups of social travellers everywhere you turn, Pub Street has become the official backpacker’s oasis in the middle of Siem Reap.
Day 4 & 5: Phnom Penh
Today, we will travel 350+ km to Phnom Penh.
Vibrant, bustling Phnom Penh is the heartbeat of Cambodia. This sprawling capital, spread out beside the banks of both the Tonlé Sap and Mekong Rivers, is a city of wide central boulevards and skinny back alleys, where modern and old collide.
Day 6
Fly back to your home sweet home with happy memories.
Package Early Bird (before 15 Oct): 27999 INR/p.p
Package Normal (After 15 Oct) : 29999 INR/p.p
INCLUSIONS
- Accommodation for 6 days & 5 nights along with breakfast
- Airport transfers (2)
- Transfers from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
EXCLUSIONS
- Flight tickets; International as well as internal.
- Visa charges
- Lunch/Dinner
- Beverages or meals are other than those mentioned in the plan.
- Anything not mentioned above in inclusions.
PAYMENT TERMS
You can secure a spot with an advance payment of Rs. 10,000/-. Balance must be paid 30 days prior to the trip.
Booking Confirmation:- Call./Whatsapp on 9029099709 and confirmation after the deposit of Rs 10000 in the following account
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Cancellation Terms
- Booking fee(Non-refundable) : INR 20,000/- (Inc. in total trip cost)
- Minimum 50% payment to be completed 60 days prior to departure
- The remaining payments to be completed 30 days prior to departure
Q. Is travelling during a pandemic is easy?
The pandemic is not allowing us to travel the way we were travelling in past and future is not clear so you should be prepared for the sudden change in the plans without intimations. Things can change overnight and even countries can go under lockdown and in these situations, none can do anything. So if you are travelling with us then be prepared to take this kind of risk and then only finalise your plans.TBT will not be responsible for any such event and no refunds will be made, all the costs will be borne by the member who is joining us.
Q. Trip requirements?
A vaccine (both shots) certificate will be required and the trip will be based on the current guidelines of the EU for Indian travellers. If your 2nd dose is 9 months old then you must provide a booster dose certificate also.
Q.Which visa is needed for this trip?
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Q. Refund Policy
Ans: No refund 30 days before the trip. No reasons will be considered. Book after planning properly.
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Q. Can I drive it?
Ans: Yes you can drive if you have a valid Indian driving license and you can pay for the additional driver fee.
Q. Why this trip is less costly because all the trips to Iceland are starting from 1.5 lac?
Ans. We believe in passing the benefits to members also, as we are a group of passionate traveller who is running this company and not a business-oriented company.
Q. How will I meet the group if I come?
Ans: We will add you to our WhatsApp group for further communication and if you are coming alone then we will arrange an airport pickup for you by public transport.
Q.Do you have any referral discounts?
Ans: Yes, if someone joins us because of you or with you then you will get a discount of 2500 rupee.
Q.Any discount for a group?
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