ANGKOR & Beach

Upon arrival at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, meet and greet by your local representative and transfer to your hotel. After check-in, take time to settle in and recover from your journey.

Depending on arrival time and energy, enjoy a gentle orientation walk around the Siem Reap riverside or local market area. Your guide can introduce the town, Khmer daily life, local food culture, and practical information for the days ahead.

If arriving late, keep the evening free for rest.

Overnight in Siem Reap

Breakfast at the hotel

Depart early for Angkor Wat to experience the temple in the first light of the day. Enjoy time for photography and quiet observation before exploring the vast galleries, carved bas-reliefs, courtyards, and architectural details with your guide.

Learn about the history, religious symbolism, and engineering of this celebrated Khmer monument. Continue with selected nearby Angkor sites according to the itinerary and following your pace.

Return to the hotel for rest during the warmer part of the day; optional evening dining or a cultural performance can be arranged.

Overnight in Siem Reap

After breakfast, you are about to explore Angkor Thom, the former royal city, entering through one of its monumental gates. Visit Bayon, known for its serene stone faces, and learn how the city reflected political, spiritual, and everyday life during the Angkorian period. Continue to Ta Prohm, where mature trees and roots intertwine with ancient stone structures. Your guide will explain conservation challenges and the relationship between the temple complex and the surrounding forest. The order of visits can be adjusted to manage heat and crowds.

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Drive into the countryside for a respectful introduction to village life. A suggested stop is Preah Dak village, known for local food culture and traditional palm-sugar production in the surrounding area. Subject to local availability, meet artisans or producers and learn how traditional skills and small enterprises contribute to household livelihoods.

Depending on the chosen community partner, add a gentle countryside walk or cycling route, a local snack tasting, or a demonstration of a traditional craft. The visit should be arranged with local hosts, respect residents’ privacy, and avoid treating everyday community life as a staged performance. Return to Siem Reap with time to relax.

Overnight in Siem Reap

After breakfast, drive to Banteay Srei, celebrated for its detailed pink sandstone carvings and compact temple design. Explore the site with your guide, focusing on the craftsmanship, stories, and artistic traditions of the Angkorian period.

If guests prefer a slower pace or the route is unsuitable, replace Banteay Srei with a customized cultural experience in Siem Reap, such as a Khmer cuisine activity, additional heritage exploration, or free time. Return to the hotel and prepare for the transfer to the coast the following day.

Overnight in Siem Reap

After breakfast, check out and transfer to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport for the scheduled flight to Sihanouk Ville.

Flight times and baggage allowances to be confirmed upon the booking !

Arrival at Sihanouk Ville, meet and greet by your representative, pickup and transfer to ferry terminal and embark the boat to Koh Rong. The ferry pier and crossing duration depend on the operator and the island accommodation’s location.

On arrival at the Island, follow the resort’s transfer instructions and check in at the selected resort.

Spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Take a gentle beach walk, enjoy the sea view, or relax at the resort.

• Swimming should only be undertaken where local conditions and safety advice permit.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast and an unhurried day on the island. You can swim where conditions are safe, read beneath the palms, explore the beach near your accommodation, or simply enjoy the tropical surroundings.

For those who want any activities, * optional choices may include a guided walk, a visit to another accessible beach, or a locally arranged boat trip. Activities should be selected according to the resort location, sea conditions and your interests.

Keep the morning flexible for rest or choose an optional marine excursion with a reputable local operator. Depending on weather and visibility, activities may include Snorkelling, Swimming at suitable locations, or a boat trip around accessible coastal areas till Sunset.

In the afternoon, return to the resort for leisure. An evening excursion to see bioluminescent plankton may be possible in suitable locations and conditions, but sightings are natural and cannot be guaranteed. those who prefer a quiet evening can enjoy dinner at the resort or a local restaurant.

Enjoy another free day to make the most of the island. You can return to a favourite stretch of beach, enjoy resort facilities, arrange a wellness treatment on availability, or learn about local island life through a respectful, pre-arranged visit is required.

Today remains entirely unscheduled, which is an important part of the experience for those who are seeking a restorative break after several days of sightseeing. * Extension for Island package is possible by prior request and confirmation.

Prepare for your final full day before departure the next day back to Phnom Penh.