Kingdom Of Wonder
PRIVATE TOUR see page 7
14nt 15nt privately escorted tour from £ 3249pp 3829pp
Cardamom Mountains
Indochina- Cambodia tour
Koh Floating Rongvillage, Kampong
Kingdom Of Wonder
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15nt privately escorted tour by air-conditioned car lesser known destinations • idyllic island stay • fantastic insight into local life and culture
DAY 1 Fly to Phnom Penh
DAY 2 Phnom Penh
On arrival you will be transferred to your hotel, where you are free to relax or explore independently.
DAY 3 Phnom Penh / Kampong Chhnang
A drive north this morning takes you to the wonderful Smiling Gecko Farmhouse( approx 1½ hours).
DAY 4 Kampong Chhnang
After breakfast, look forward to a two hour tour to learn more about the Smiling Gecko project, an award-winning retreat and part of a proud NGO project where all profits support the local community. The remainder of the day is yours to relax and enjoy the facilities.
DAY 5 Kampong Chhnang
Choose to relax poolside, treat yourself at the worldclass spa, or join an optional tour to learn more about the wonderful work done here.
DAY 6 Kampong Chhnang / Cardamom Mountains
This morning’ s scenic drive takes you through lush rural landscape to Trapeang Rung pier( approx 4 hour drive) for a 30 minute boat ride along the tranquil Preak Tachan River to the secluded Cardamom Tented Camp. Following a brief introduction on their conservation and protection work, you have the option to take an exploratory hike in the jungle, kayak or swim in the pristine river or maybe zip-line across the river.
DAY 7 Cardamom Mountains
Kayak to the old ranger station for a morning of following trails through the wilderness. After lunch back at the camp, enjoy a leisurely afternoon or try your hand at some more of the activities.
DAY 8 Cardamom Mountains / Koh Rong
Return by boat to Trapeang Rung pier where you then join your driver for a picturesque drive south toward Sihanoukville( approx 2½ hours). Continue by speedboat( 45 minutes) to Kong Rong Island, a tropical paradise known for its white sandy
beaches, crystal-clear waters and laidback atmosphere.
Wat Sampov Pram, Kampot
DAYS 9-11 Koh Rong
Three full days to relax amidst these stunning surrounds, be that on the beach or beside your hotel pool. Alternatively, take a peek below the waves with a snorkel or maybe take a jungle walk?
DAY 12 Koh Rong / Kampot
A further morning in paradise before the speedboat journey to Kampot pier( approx 1¼ hours). From here, it’ s a short drive to Kampot, a charming riverside town known for its French colonial architecture, relaxed atmosphere, pepper plantations, salt fields and cool mountain air.
DAY 13 Kampot
This morning, visit La Plantation, an organic pepper and spice farm, for a guided tour and tasting session. There are also spectacular views over the secret lake and Bokor Mountain to take in. In the afternoon, visit Kampot market, as well as the town itself, before driving on to Kep. The first stop here is the famous Crab Market where you can explore the vibrant stalls and savour freshly prepared seafood delicacies.
DAY 14 Kampot
Begin with a visit to the salt fields, which are enhanced by beautiful rice paddies dotted with palm trees and a mountainous landscape. Move on to Phnom Chngouk to walk a 203-step staircase down into the caves. This afternoon, spend time on the Kampot River, as you kayak through the green cathedral( green loop).
DAY 15 Kampot / Phnom Penh
Drive back to Phnom Penh( approx 3 hours drive), and this afternoon join a cooking class during which you’ ll prepare traditional Khmer dishes.
DAY 16 Phnom Penh
At leisure. If you wish you can join a half day cycling or tuk-tuk tour, a 2 Faces of Life walking tour or relax with a one hour Khmer massage( all at extra expense).
DAY 17 Phnom Penh
All too soon, it’ s time for a transfer to the airport for your onward journey.
Koh Rong
Cardamom Mountains
Kampong Chhnang
Kampot
Phnom Penh 1nt | Kampong Chhnang 3nts Cardamom Mountains 2nts Koh Rong 4nts | Kampot 3nts | Phnom Penh 2nts
What you need to know:
Daily departures
CAMBODIA
Phnom Penh
VIETNAM
3H hotels. Alternatively, 4 or 5H hotels available at a supplement.
Breakfast. Lunch also included on day 7 and dinner also included on days 6 & 7.
The price shown includes international flights, boat transfers as highlighted, accommodation, sightseeing as outlined, private services of an English speaking guide and entrance fees.
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