This incredible journey invites guests to reflect on the past as they experience the present opportunities and beauty of today. Begin with a visit to the sobering Tuol Sleng Museum in Phnom Penh, a sobering reminder of the brutal tragedy brought about by the temporary rule of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge in the 1970s. Regroup in the Russian Market to experience the present resilience and beauty of the local culture. Take in the traditional design of The Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, built upon the site of the Banteay Kev, a citadel built in 1813. Then, trek into the ancient with a visit to the wondrous Angkor Wat for an unforgettable experience.
DAY 1
Disembark the ship in Phuket and transfer by coach to the Airport for a flight to Phnom Penh.
Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, you will be met and assisted with obtaining a Cambodian Entry Visa. Once this has been issued, proceed to the hotel for check-in. Dinner is on your own.
Day 2
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel before setting out. This morning visit Tuol Sleng Museum, originally a local high school which was taken over in 1975 by the Khmer Rouge and converted into “Security Prison 21” (S - 21). During the three years of Khmer Rouge brutality the prison became synonymous with terror. Today the prison has reopened as a museum and offers a grim reminder of the excesses of the Khmer Rouge.
After you have had time to absorb the tragic events, your guide will return you to hotel via a Russian Market to lighten your spirits as you browse the various goods on offer, re-assured that despite the country’s dark history, the good people of Cambodia have persevered.
Named thanks to its popularity with visitors from the former USSR in the 1980s, the Russian Market is probably the city's best source of objects d'art and craft items.
Your guide will lead you around the market and be on hand to explain some of the more curious items for sale, including wooden and stone carvings, various ritual objects, silverware, and old Indochinese notes and coins.
Thirty minutes outside of Phnom Penh to the somber 'Killing Fields' of the Khmer Rouge and the mass graves that tells the dark story of Cambodia’s disturbing past.
After lunch at a local restaurant you will visit The Royal Palace. This structure was constructed earlier this century on the site of the Banteay Kev, a citadel built in 1813. Keen-eyed travelers may spot the design is strongly influenced by The Royal Palace in Bangkok.
Together with your guide, venture inside the Palace's Silver Pagoda and its surrounding compound (the only section open to visitors). The Silver Pagoda, also known as Wat Preah Keo, was given its name because of over 5,000 silver tiles (weighing 1kg each) that cover the floor.
Continue your exploration of Phnom Penh at the National Museum of Khmer Art and Archaeology, otherwise known as 'Musée des Beaux-Arts' or 'Musée Albert Sarraut'. This museum is considered to be one of the finest museums of classical Cambodian art.
This evening enjoy dinner at a Local Restaurant.
DAY 3
After breakfast and checking out, transfer to the Phnom Penh International Airport for a flight to Siem Reap.
On arrival in Siem Reap you will be met and taken to the Angkor Site to collect your temple passes which are required for touring. Once these have been issued, transfer to your hotel for check-in and a light lunch.
After lunch, venture to the Angkor Wat Temple Complex. You will have approximately 2 hours to explore its archaeological treasures with your guide before returning to your hotel.
Your guide will point out the best spots for taking photos of this massive temple complex as you walk amidst the moss-peppered cobbled pathways, gaze up at the intricately carved tower tops and perhaps climb the steep and narrow temple steps that lead to wide courtyards. Lose yourself in contemplation as you catch the rays of the sun dancing off the bas relief carvings at sunset, the chatter of monkeys reverberating off the temple walls.
Enjoy a magical dining experience amid ancient Angkor with rare access to the grounds of a historical temple at night. You are transported to the temple venue, approximately 10 kilometers (six miles) from downtown Siem Reap, where you are greeted the sound of Khmer drums. Follow the torchlit path into the dining venue and enjoy dinner and drinks accompanied by traditional dance and music.
Day 4
After an early breakfast, check out and transfer to the Siem Reap Airport for a flight to Singapore via Bangkok. Upon arrival into Singapore, you will be met and taken to the port where you will re-board the ship.
Land Program Step by Step:
Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.
DAY 1
7:00am Disembark in Phuket and meet your guide
7:15am Transfer from the pier to the airport
8:00am Check-in for the flight from Phuket to Bangkok (DMK) for connecting flight
11:45am Fly to Bangkok (DMK) (flight details subject to change)
1:10pm Arrive Bangkok (DMK) for connecting flight
3:05pm Connect flight fly to Siem Reap (flight details subject to change)
4:30pm Land in Phnom Penh and process on-arrival visas
5:30pm Transfer to the hotel
Overnight at the Raffles hotel le Royal
DAY 2
07:00am Breakfast at the hotel
08:00am Depart to Tuol Sleng Museum
08:20am Visit Tuol Sleng Museum
09:10am Transfer to Russian Market
09:30am Visit Russian Market
10:15am Transfer to Killing Fields
10:45am Explore Killing Fields
11:30am Transfer to hotel
12:00pm Lunch in hotel
2:00pm Depart to Royal Palace
2:20pm Explore Royal Palace and Silver pagoda
3:50pm Transfer to National Museum
4:00pm Explore National Museum
5:00pm Transfer to hotel
6:10pm Depart for Restaurant
6:30pm Dinner at Malis
7:40pm Return to hotel
Overnight at the Raffles hotel le Royal
DAY 3
07:00am Breakfast at the hotel
08:15am Transfer to Phnom Penh Airport
09:15am Check in and boarding
10:15am Flight to Siem Reap (flight details subject to change)
11:00am Land Siem Reap and transfer to hotel
12:00pm Lunch in hotel
1:00pm Depart for Angkor Wat
1:30pm Explore Angkor Wat
3:30pm Return to hotel
6:15pm Transfer to Archaeological Park
6:30pm Evening Enjoin the temple Gala Dinner
8:30pm Return to hotel
Overnight at the Raffles Grand Hotel D’ Angkor
DAY 4
6:00am Breakfast at the hotel
7:15am Check out
7:30am Transfer to Siem Reap Airport
8:30am Arrive at Siem Reap Airport and check in for flight to Singapore
10:40am On board flight to Singapore (flight details subject to change)
2:15pm Arrival to Singapore Airport & Proceed through Immigration
3:45pm Transfer to the ship
6:00pm Approximate arrival at the ship for embarkation.
Expected Weather:
Hot and Dry. The average mid-day temperatures can hover to upper 30s C (85-90 F), especially in inland areas like Siem Reap. It is less breezy at this time of year, the sun can be quite intense, and the air becomes hazier with the rising humidity. Though sometimes quite hot, the lack of rain still leaves this good time of year to visit the temples.
What to Bring:
On this tour the key words are comfortable and casual. Remember we are visiting a foreign country and local dress codes should be observed.
*Please avoid uncovered shoulders, shorts or revealing clothing.
*Full length trousers or pants and/or skirts covering the knees are required to be worn when visiting Angkor Wat
Although dinners are not formal, you may want to bring something a bit dressier for that time of day.
Bring a hat or a head covering for sun protection and don’t forget your sunscreen, sunglasses, and bug spray (you should have mosquito repellent for sunrise and sunset hours). It’s also a good idea to bring along a small packet of tissues or wet wipes. It is also suggested that guests wear flat comfortable walking shoes (not sandals or open toed shoes / flip flops). Guest are requested to take-off their footwear and hats when visiting religious sites.
Local Currency:
Guests are encouraged to bring US Dollars with them as they are most accepted in Cambodia. The local currency is the Cambodian Riel. You should take smaller denominations of US Dollars with you, as they will keep you from ending up with a lot of local change that you will not be able to re-exchange back home.
Electricity
Rooms are equipped with 220-volt, two-pin US style electrical outlets. We recommend travelling with your own adaptor kits should you have electronic devices.
Luggage information
20kg (44lbs) - Light luggage would be most suited for this 3-night trip. Please note that the airlines allow a maximum of 1 checked suitcase (20 kg or 44lbs) and one small carry on. Any additional pieces will be in excess, and fees will be paid to the airline at the guests’ expense. Please ensure that all excess bags are tagged properly and visibly with your full name and suite number on the ship. Note that Oceania Cruises, the hotel, nor our local ground operator are responsible or liable for any lost or missing items. We do not recommend leaving valuables behind or in checked luggage. You should keep any valuables with you in your carry-on hand bag.
Carriage of Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations)
1. Guests must obtain a Doctor’s Certificate mentioning their medical condition and the need to carry this equipment with them on their flights.
2. The certificate should have attached a picture of the equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)
3. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).
4. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.
Documents and Visa Requirements:
Visas will be issued on arrival in Siem Reap.
Guests must carry a valid passport with at least 6 months validity and have spare pages for the Cambodian Visa.
Aircraft type (subject to change): Boeing 737
Hotel addresses:
Phnom Penh – Raffles Hotel Le Royal, Phnom Penh
92 Rukhak Vithei Daun Penh, Sangkat Wat Phnom,
Phnom Penh, Kingdom of Cambodia
Phone +855 23 981 888
Siem Reap – Raffles Grand Hotel d’Angkor, Siem Reap
1 Vithei Charles de Gaulle,Khum Svay Dangkum, Siem Reap
Kingdom of Cambodia
Phone +855 63 963 888
*We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotels listed in this program.
Program Includes for guests:
• 3 nights’ accommodation at selected hotels (or similar):
2 x overnight in Phnom Penh (State Rooms)
1 x overnight in Siem Reap (Landmark Rooms)
• Meals included: 3 x Breakfast, 2 x Lunch and 2 x Dinner
• Transfer from ship to airport will be completed in 40-seater coaches
• Transfers & touring in Siem Reap
• All touring in Phnom Penh & Siem Reap as per program and itinerary mentioned above
• Local English-Speaking guides in Singapore, Phnom Penh & Siem Reap
• Bottles of water per person on all sightseeing tours
• Cold towels per person on all sightseeing tours
• All entrance fees required for touring in Siem Reap:
Program Excludes for guests:
• Additional touring and meals not mentioned in above itinerary
• All services not mentioned in the above itinerary
• Gratuities for drivers and guides
• Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service
Please note: Overland programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.
Please note: All overland programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Overland Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.
