Angkor Wat Family Extension (Family)
Trip Length |
Trip Code |
| 4 days | PTAE |
Activities |
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| Culture (Easy) | |
Minimum Passengers |
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| 4 people | |
Maximum Passengers |
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| 15 people | |
Countries Visited |
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| Cambodia | |
Start City |
End City |
| Siem Reap | Siem Reap |
The extensive archaeological zone of Angkor is among the greatest temple complexes in the world. The site includes the ancient city area of Angkor Thom, with its multitude of stone-carved, human faces that stand as silent witnesses to former days of glory, and Ta Prohm, a temple complex that has been reclaimed by the creeping jungle. We feel like real adventurers in this fascinating place and have plenty of time for exploration and discovery.
Day to Day Itinerary
Day 1: Siem Reap
Upon arrival in Siem Reap, you are met and transferred to our centrally located hotel.
Day 2: Siem Reap
Meals included: 1 breakfast
Siem Reap is our base for visiting the world-famous temples of the ancient city of Angkor, home to the powerful Khmer Empire that held sway from 802 AD to 1350 AD. We spend a full day visiting the amazing temples of Angkor on a guided tour. Angkor Thom, the 'Great Royal City', is famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone. The impressive Bayon temple is the centrepiece of all this. Angkor Wat is the largest and most complete structure. It is the only one of Angkor's temples with its entrance facing to the west (the others face east), the reason being that it was constructed as a funerary temple for King Suryavarman II and a westerly countenance was seen to represent a sunset. Ta Prohm temple is an incredible sight, with large trees embedding themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man's creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. We can end the day with a sunset view of Angkor Wat from Phnom Bakheng.
Day 3: Siem Reap
Meals included: 1 breakfast, 1 lunch
Our ticket for the Angkor ruins enables us to spend more time exploring this memorable archaeological area. It is an early morning start as we travel out to Banteay Srei, famous for its detailed and intricate stone carvings. It is not a big temple, but has been sometimes referred to as ‘the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art’. Back at the main temple complex, Preah Khan contains a maze of vaulted corridors and is another complex that has been largely reclaimed by the jungle. We include a visit to the Sala Bai Hotel School where underprivileged local youths learn skills which will enable them to find gainful employment in the hospitality industry. We also enjoy a lunch prepared by students at the school.
Day 4: Siem Reap
Meals included: 1 breakfast
Your Angkor Wat Family Extension finishes after breakfast. Hotel check out time is midday.
Your Trip
What's Included
Local tour leader, arrival and departure transfers, transport, sightseeing and entrance fees.
Summary of accommodation, transport & meals
Transport
- Private aircon bus
Accommodation
- 3 nights Comfortable hotel
Meals
- 3 breakfasts
- 1 lunch
Not Included
International and domestic departure taxes, visas, insurance, other meals, any optional tours and activities during free time, tips and items of a personal nature.
What to know
VaccinationsVaccinations may be required for this trip. Talk to your doctor about the up-to-date information for this region.
Visas and PermitsIt is your responsibility to ensure you have all required visas for your trip. Rules and regulations governing the issuance of visas are constantly changing, and vary for different nationalities and you should check visa requirements with your travel agent or relevant consular authority well before travel.
Cambodia
Please note that visa requirements can and do change. It is essential that you confirm requirements with the nearest relevant embassy or check with your travel agent before you travel. At the time of writing, a visa is required by most travellers visiting Cambodia including Australians, New Zealanders, Americans, British and Canadians. All other nationalities should check with the Cambodian Embassy or Consulate in their country for up-to-date visa information.
It is recommended that you obtain your Cambodian visa before you start your travels, but it is possible to obtain a visa on arrival if you are flying into Phnom Penh or Siem Reap or if you are travelling overland from Thailand and Vietnam. Alternatively, some nationalities can obtain a visa for Cambodia (as long as they are arriving at either Phnom Penh or Siem Reap Airports) on-line at: http://evisa.mfaic.gov.kh/
You are required to have travel insurance before heading off on a Peregrine trip. Insurance can be organised by your Peregrine representative or your travel agent.
Responsible Travel
Our Responsible Travel ethos is at the heart of everything we do, from getting the basics right like respecting local cultures and the environment, to initiating projects that make positive contributions to communities, to our staff’s fundraising efforts and offsetting our carbon emissions.
Please visit our Responsible Travel (http://www.peregrineadventures.com/rt) page for more information.
Our Pre Departure Information packs (provided upon booking a trip) provide tips on how you can show respect for the local customs and culture in the country you are travelling in.
The information listed above is a brief description of some things you may need to consider when booking a trip. Once a tour is booked you will be provided with a Pre Departure Information pack which will contain detailed information.
Further Reading
CambodiaA History of Cambodia-David Chandler
Brother Number One (A Political Biography of Pol Pot)-David Chandler
Sihanouk (Prince of Light, Prince of Darkness-Milton Osbourne
A Dragon Apparent-Norman Lewis
Angkor (An Introduction to the Temples)-Dawn Rooney
Angkor: An Introduction-George Coedes
River of Time-Jon Swain
Angkor Heart of Asian Empire-Sharon AuRick
Cambodia-Lonely Planet
Important Information
Local Tour Leaders
By employing and training local guides to lead our group holidays, there is a two-fold benefit. Firstly, we provide employment opportunities for the local community. Just as importantly is the benefit to you, the traveller. Your tour leader’s friendship, humour, passion and intimate knowledge of the region will be key factors in making your holiday a success.
Tipping
Tipping has become an accepted part of tourism in South East Asia. Your tour leader will be able to advise you in this area; however, as a guideline we would recommend tipping 10% of the total bill in restaurants and a small tip to hotel bellboys for carrying your bags. It is customary to tip your tour leader, at the end of the trip, if you are happy with the service. A minimum tip of US$2 per day, from each member of the group, is the usual amount expected.
About this Information
The information provided here is given in good faith and has been compiled with all reasonable care. However, things change and some of the information may become out of date. Please keep this in mind when you read it and check with us if you want to be sure about something. The document was correct at time of printing, but you can check online for the most up to date version. If you have any queries, please contact your travel agent or our staff in Australia. We are here to help you!
Last Updated
3 November 2011