Cambodia

• Cambodia

There are many reasons why you will love Cambodia

It’s Cheap & Easy || The Smiling & Kind People || Rich Culture || Excellent Dental Hospitals || Angkor Wat || Scenic Countryside || Vibrant Nightlife

USP of Cambodia

The Tonlé Sap Lake:

Cambodia is home to Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, Tonlé Sap Lake. The lake’s size changes from season to season, ranging from an area of 2,500km2 to 16,000km2. The flow of water from the Tonlé Sap River also changes direction twice a year, making it a natural wonder!

Cuisine:

Cambodia’s national dish is amok, a curry that is steam-cooked in banana leaves. Varieties of the dish include fish, chicken, tofu and more.

World’s largest religious monument:

Angkor Wat, the national symbol and the highlight of any visit to Cambodia, is the crowning jewel of Khmer architecture, and the largest, best preserved, and most religiously significant of all the Angkor temples.

Insects are widely eaten:

Cambodians frequently cook up insects to eat. These delicacies range from the likes of tarantulas to crickets!

New Year is a massive celebration:

Choul Chnam Thmey (Khmer for ‘enter new year’) is the biggest celebration of the year lasting for three days. Celebrated in April, Khmer New Year is a time when Cambodians with Khmer roots stop working for a whole 3 days and return to their homes to celebrate the end of the traditional harvest season.

The best way to travel is by Tuk-Tuk:

Tuk-tuks are the preferred method of transport in Cambodia for their effectiveness in navigating the streets and bypassing the road rules!

There’s no McDonald’s:

This is one of the more unique Cambodia facts but you read it right! There are no Mcdonald’s in Cambodia, but there is a Burger King.

CAMBODIA VISA

Indian Passport holders can apply for the Cambodia Visa prior to their travel or can also opt for the Cambodia Visa on arrival. However, it is recommended to get the Cambodia Visa in India itself to avoid any last-minute problems and long queues at the Cambodia Airport. The visa can be obtained from the Sihanoukville, Phnom Penh and Siem Reap International Airport. At the immigration checkpoint, visitors need to show certain documents upon their arrival. A printed copy of the Cambodian visa approval letter. It is valid for 03 months from the date of issuance and its holders may stay for up to 30 days in Laos.

Documents required for Cambodia Visa:

• Original passport with a validity of at least 6 months from the date of arrival in Cambodia.
• One recently taken photo of the size 4 × 6 cm on a white background.
• A completed application Cambodia visa on arrival which can be provided at the airport, on the flight, or at the border.
• A copy of the hotel accommodation.
• Proof that you will have sufficient funds for your visit to Cambodia. Cash or credit card statements may be submitted; a minimum of about Rs.42,000 is recommended.
• An itinerary or confirmed tickets for the return flight.
• You must pay the Cambodian on arrival visa fee in US dollars at the counter.

PLACES TO COVER

OPTION A

3N4D: DAY 1 SIEM REAP CITY TOUR

Experience Siem Reap’s culture, tradition, and local life by exciting half day city tour! Siem Reap’s famous landmarks such as Wat Domnak Pagoda, Artisan D’Angkor, Angkor National Museum, the Royal Palace, Old Market Area and more. Visiting by tuk tuk which is a nice experience

3N4D: DAY 2 ANGKOR WAT

Angkor, in Cambodia’s northern province of Siem Reap, is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia. It extends over approximately 400 square kilometres and consists of scores of temples, hydraulic structures (basins, dykes, reservoirs, canals) as well as communication routes.

3N4D: DAY 3 KULLEN MOUNTAIN

One of the most popular attractions in Cambodia is the majestic Phnom Kulen Mountain, located about 1.5-2 hours away from Siem Reap. It’s a very sacred site with multiple temples easily accessible. Two sites most noted are the Thousand Lingas at Kbal Spean, within the Kulen National Park site and Preah Ang Thom pagoda with its giant reclining Buddha.

OPTION B

3N4D: DAY 1 PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR

Phnom Penh is a jewel among Asia’s cities, vibrant with many aspects and facets of culture and history. Victory Monument, the symbol of Cambodia’s independence from French colonial rule, the National Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.

3N4D: DAY 2 KILLING FIELD WITH SUNSET CRUISE

Killing Fields of Choeung Ek is a peaceful place today, where visitors can learn of the horrors that unfolded here decades ago. Admission includes an excellent audio tour, available in several languages. Between 1975 and 1978, about 20,000 men, women, children and infants who had been detained and tortured at S-21 prison were transported to the extermination camp of Choeung Ek. The best Sunset Cruises in Phnom Penh according to travellers are: Sunset Cruise with unlimited beer & soft drinks -English speaking guide on board.

3N4D: DAY 3 KOH DACH THE SILK ISLAND

It takes about an hour from downtown Phnom Penh to reach Silk Island. This 10-hectare island is also known as one of the prominent centres of traditional handicrafts in Cambodia, with artisans engaged in silk weaving.

OPTION C

4N5D: DAY 1 PHNOM PENH CITY TOUR

Phnom Penh is a jewel among Asia’s cities, vibrant with many aspects and facets of culture and history. Victory Monument, the symbol of Cambodia’s independence from French colonial rule, the National Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.

4N5D: DAY 2 PHNOM PENH TO SIEM REAP

Reach Siem Reap from Phnom Penh by flight, visit Siem Reap by walking, enjoy Khmer Ceramics & Fine art Gallery, Siem Reap Night Market.

4N5D: DAY 3 ANGKOR WAT

Angkor, in Cambodia’s northern province of Siem Reap, is one of the most important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia. It extends over approximately 400 square kilometres and consists of scores of temples, hydraulic structures (basins, dykes, reservoirs, canals) as well as communication routes.

4N5D: DAY 4 SIEM REAP CITY TOUR

Phnom Penh is a jewel among Asia’s cities, vibrant with many aspects and facets of culture and history. Victory Monument, the symbol of Cambodia’s independence from French colonial rule, the National Museum, Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.