The hinterlands of Cambodia
A discovery in the areas where footprint of the extensive tourism has not yet marked, without leaving aside the essential sites and cities of this mysterious country.
Go to ethnographic knowledge of minority peoples such as Kachaun and Kroeung peoples. and see the freshwater dolphins in the Mekong at Kratie
Phnompenh, the capital of Cambodia with a architectural confusion of traditional Khmer, colonial and modern style. and of course the magnificent temples of Angkor atSiem Reap town
Day 1:Siem Reap
Welcome at the airport and transfer to the charming town of Siem Reap, the relay for access to the wonders of Angkor City tour:
-the Angkor National Museum. Spread over 20,000 square meters, this site helps the traveler to understand the Khmer history, culture and art.
-Building Schools "Artisans d'Angkor" Cambodians who formed the ancient art of stone carving, wood carving and polychrome lacquer. Overnight at hotel.
Day 2: Angkor Wat - Angkor Thom
Breakfast. Visit the temple of Angkor Wat, the majestic and principal of all wonders, known as among the best reflect of the Khmer art and architecture. Angkor Wat, " capital of the monasteries," is also the symbol of the state.In the afternoon: visit AngkorThom temple and the South Gate with its two large huges Baray.
Temples of Bayon, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Leper King one.
Buffet dinner at local restaurant with a show of Apsara traditional Khmer dance. Overnight at hotel.
Day 3: Siem Reap - Kbal Spean - Banteay Srey
Breakfast. The morning will be spent to visit Banteay Srey. One of the great works of architecture in the Angkor complexe. Located at 45 km in the northeast of Angkor Wat, submerged in the jungle, Banteay Srey, or "citadel of women" deserves to be ranked among the most beautiful temples of Cambodia by the perfection of his sculptures of Apsaras dancers. Further north, accessed by a little road, the unique site Kbal spean, also called "river of 1000 Lingas" After 25 minutes of walking in the forest, a sacred river flows gently and in his bed appear sculptures of Buddhas and Lingas. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Siem Reap - Beng Melea - Banteay Kdei - Sras Srang
Breakfast. Departure for a visit to the temple Beng Melea - Garland Pond - located in the east of Siem Reap (60 km - 1h20 of drive). This temple is still in the wildness and strangled by the jungle. Far from the bustle of Angkor Wat, this location is itself a place for meditation.
Departure to other temples of Angkor Thommanon temple built in the 12th century and dedicated to Vishnu, the Hindu god Chau Say Tevoda dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu.
Banteay Kdei (Citadel of the Cells) and the basin of SrasSrang ( basin for ablutions) which was a large pool,long of 800 meters, where the men of the royal family went to purify themselves before attending religious ceremonies. Return to the city in the late afternoon. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 5: Siem Reap - Tonle Sap
Breakfast. Day devoted to a cruise on the Tonle Sap Lake to visit the fisher floating villages and their schools. River traffic lively and practical for its inhabitants. Afternoon you will visit the village Pouk, 20 km in the west of Siem Reap to discover the daily life of the inhabitants and their silk weaving art. Back to Siem Reap at the end of the day. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 6: Siem Reap - KompongThom
Breakfast. Road to the south of Cambodia, Kompong Thom to, a peaceful town on the banks of the River Stung Sen. Just before Kompong Thom en route visiting the temples of Sambor Prei Kuk dating from the seventh century. In this location was the capital of a powerful kingdom called Indianized Chenla, these temples are one of the most remarkable examples of art préankorien. Continuing drive to KompongThom Arrival to the city, installed in a hotel in a village Khmer. The afternoon is spent exploring on foot or by bicycle in the village close to the Khmer life. Overnight at hotel.
Day 7: Kompong Thom - Kratie
Breakfast. Depart from Kompong Thom to Kratie, the most authentic region of Cambodia, crossing the center of the country roads and longing the Khmer villages. Arrival to the city of Kratie located along the Mekong River
In the afternoon, excursion to the village of Sambor which was the site of one of the first capitals of the kingdom of Chenla (6th century) and gives us a real feeling to being out of this world. Cruise on the Mekong with the opportunity to meet the Irrawaddy dolphins, rare species freshwater dolphins that inhabit the upper reaches of the Mekong River in Cambodia. By late afternoon, return to Kratie with stop visiting Sambok Mountain temple set on a lush hillside. Return to your hotel and free time to walk around this charming town.
Day 8: Kratie - Ratanakiri
Breakfast. Road to Banlung, the only city in the province of Ratanakiri border of Vietnam and Laos. It will take take approximately 1 hour drive and 3-4 hours of track, according to the state and weather. Passage through the bridge Sre Pok where were filmed, in part, the films Apocalypse Now and the 317th section. Transfer to your hotel. In the afternoon, elephant ride on tracks that run through the rainforest and take you to the waterfalls Kachanh. Overnight in Banlung.
Day 9: Ratanakiri
Breakfast. Departure (1:30) through the bamboo forest to Voeun Sai district. Boat trip on Tonle San River to visit the village of Kachaun, known for his funeral totems. Most of the inhabitants of this region are of Chinese and Laotian origin, so they speak Lao.Visit their village,the Lao Pagoda and its surroundings. In the late afternoon return to Banlung visit Yeak Lom volcanic lake. For minorities inhabiting the region, the site has a sacred place, by probably legendary and mysterious creatures who lived in these crystal clear waters ...
Day 10: Ratanakiri
Breakfast. Departure, crossing the lava field Rumplan Veal, towards the Lao border to the town of Taveng. Along the way, picnic lunch, and visit villages Kroeungs, ethnic minority known for their special construction of their homes. Back to Banlung in the late afternoon. Along the way,through the rainforest, visit the waterfalls of Cha-ung.
Day 11: Ratanakiri - Kompong Cham
Breakfast. Road to
return to KompongCham. Stop for lunch at Kratie on the yards of the Mekong River, where you will taste the local specialties. Along the way, visit a rubber plantation and the rubber plant. Overnight in Kampong Cham.
Day 12: Kompong Cham - Phnom Penh
Breakfast. Morning devoted to visits the sacred hills of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei,and the temple of Wat Nokor was built in 11th century. Afternoon transfer by road to Phnom Penh along the banks of the Mekong. Arrival in the capital of Cambodia at the end of the afternoon. Check in hotel and free time.
Day 13: Phnom Penh - Kep
Breakfast. Departure to Kep, a seaside resort created by the French in the early 20th century, through Kampot, stop visit pepper plantations, traditional houses and the top of Phnom Bokor. Arrival in Kep early afternoon. Check in hotel. Free time to enjoy the beach.
Day 14: Kep
Breakfast. The morning boat trip from Kep to KohTonsay, lost in the middle of the Siam Gulf. Rest of the day free at leisure on this wild island of beautiful beaches. Overnight at inhabitant in Koh Tonsay.
Day 15: Kep - Phnom Penh
Breakfast. Road from Kep to Phnom Penh. Visit on the arrival the Wat Phnom temple and the National Museum of Fine Arts, architectural masterpiece containing beautiful pieces.In the afternoon, visit the Royal Palace and the splendid Silver Pagod.
Day 16: Phnom Penh
Transfer to the airport for the return flight.
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