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Phnom Penh Discovery
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Trip Valid:1 Jan 2010 to 31 Dec 2011
Duration:8-9 hours
Pickup location:

Pick up at centrally located hotels in Phnom Penh.

Pickup time:8.30 AM-9.30 AM
Drop-off location:

Drop off at centrally located hotels in Phnom Penh.

Drop-off time:4.00 PM-5.00 PM
Highlights:

Jump into a cyclo to explore the heart of Phnom Penh, feed the monkeys at Wat Phnom, explore the bustling Central and Russian markets, savour the flavours of Khmer snacks and lunch, admire the historical architecture of Phnom Penh.

 

Trip Code:KUW Group size:Minimum 1, Maximum 12 Price:USD 53.00 Style:Heritage & history, Local Life & Culture, Food & Cuisine.

Itinerary

You will be picked up at your hotel between 8.30am and 9.00am. Today we explore Phnom Penh, a chaotic, energetic and fascinating city. Graceful tree-lined boulevards and riverfront promenades are reminders of bygone eras; today they teem with activity. Motorcycles weave in and out of traffic, vendors hawk their wares, and drivers call for business.

 

Starting from your centrally located hotel or from various points around the city we take a cyclo tour of the impressive French Khmer colonial buildings of Phnom Penh. See the site of the filming of City of Ghosts staring Matt Dillon and Gerard Depardieu. Spot monkeys, have your fortune told and perhaps feed Sambo the elephant at Wat Phnom. Explore Central Market located in a distinctive domed Art Deco building.

 

Hear about Cambodia’s connection with France and Vietnam at the Independence Monument, and the Cambodia/Vietnam friendship monument.

 

Enjoy traditional Khmer delicacies for lunch at a not for profit organization set up to assist Cambodia’s street children before heading out to explore again.  

 

Shop at the sprawling Russian Market, a labyrinth of stalls selling everything from CDs and DVDs to silks, crafts, jewelry and more.

 

We finish our tour with a walk on the riverfront at the Chatomok where the Tonle Bassac, Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers meet.  In the early evening market stalls set up selling fried cockroaches, spiders, crickets or grasshoppers or other culinary delights.

Inclusion

Entrance to Wat Phnom, Transport via cyclo and air conditioned vehicle, English speaking local guide, Khmer lunch and snacks

Exclusion

Items of a personal nature, Tips or gratuities for drivers or guide.

Voucher Exchange details

Please present your voucher to the local guide at the beginning of the trip.

Confirmation of booking

Please contact the local supplier to confirm your trip 24 hours prior to departure.

Your trip

For most of the year it is hot in Cambodia. The guide will make regular stops where you can purchase water and snacks. Please keep hydrated and bring sunscreen and a hat to protect yourself from the sun.

Dress Standard

Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, we strongly recommend modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the predominantly hot Asian climate.

Tipping

If you are happy with the services provided a tip - though not compulsory - is appropriate. While it may not be customary to you, it is of great significance to the people who will take care of you during your travels, inspires excellent service, and is an entrenched feature of the tourism industry across many Urban Adventures destinations.

Child policy

Children must be 6 years of age or older.

Language

English

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