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Arrive
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Day 1 Arrive Phnom Penh
Fly to Phnom Penh and enjoy an afternoon's sightseeing to take in the former Royal Palace and time to browse the treasures of the National Museum. Your hotel is ideally located by the Palace, so a perfect base from which to explore Southeast Asia's fastest growing city.
Overnight: Raffles Le Royal
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Day 2 Explore Phnom Penh
Though deeply upsetting, the terrifying reign of the Khmer Rouge should not be ignored. The former high school of Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek lay bare the reality of Cambodia's recent past, allowing a far greater appreciation of this fascinating country. Tonight dine in one of Phnom Penh's many great restaurants as the city has earned its reputation as the foodie capital of Cambodia.
Overnight: Raffles Le Royal
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Day 3 Arrive Siem Reap
After breakfast, fly north to Siem Reap; the home of the awe-inspiring Angkor Temples. Once settled in at your hotel, join your private guide for a private boat trip on Angkor Thom's moat and enjoy cocktails as the sun sets.
Overnight: Phum Baitang
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Day 4 Remote Temples & Tonle Sap Lake
Your time will be carefully planned to avoid the crowds where possible whilst capturing key images in their best light. Experience Ta Prohm at dawn, climbing through the tree roots which are reclaiming a beautiful temple, made famous by the film Tomb Raider. Venture on to see the most elaborate carvings found at Banteay Srei. So fine is the detail here that it is assumed to have been made by women rather than men! Variety is added with a short trek to the fascinating carved riverbank of Kbal Spean and a cruise through medieval floating villages on the Tonle Sap Lake.
Overnight: Phum Baitang
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Day 5 Angkor's Temples & The Phare Circus
Lasting memories will include a dramatic sunrise over the majestic Angkor Wat and the 216 enigmatic faces of the Bayon, which overlook the immense walled city of Angkor Thom. Enjoy an early lunch at a beautiful Khmer house close to the Royal bathing pools at Sra Srang before moving on to arguably the most extraordinary of all temples, Preah Khan, ending at Phnom Bakheng where limited numbers are allowed to view sunset from the top floor. Finish today with an evening performance of the Phare Circus - a magical spectacle in which the performers are street kids who have been given the opportunity to train to be incredible acrobats.
Option: Extend by a night to enjoy a full day exploring the surrounding countryside riding pillion on motorbikes - each with a professional driver/guide. Enjoy Khmer cuisine as you interact with farmers and locals in rural villages.
Overnight: Phum Baitang
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Day 6 Siem Reap - Kep
Fly south to Sihanoukville and be driven two hours to the charming coastal village of Kep in the Kampot province. The area is famous for crabs, so a visit to the crab market should not be missed. Nor should Happy Hour at Kep Sailing Club where locals gather every evening to share stories over a cocktail or a cold beer.
Check into your hotel for the next few days of leisure. This is an exceptionally relaxing retreat with a lovely infinity pool and gardens as well as a peaceful spa.
Overnight: Knai Bang Chatt
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Day 7 - 8 Relaxing in Kep
Two full days at leisure to relax by the pool, have a spa treatment, enjoy watersports at the Sailing Club next door, or venture out into the peaceful surroundings of this quiet fishing province.
Overnight: Knai Bang Chatt
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Day 9 Depart
At the appropriate time you will be privately driven the three hour journey back to Phnom Penh to catch your flight home.
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Depart