Palace Tours − Luxury Tours Collection Southeast Asia’S Premier Golf &Angkor Exploration Southeast Asia’S Premier Golf &Angkor Exploration

Palace Tours − Luxury Tours Collection Southeast Asia’S Premier Golf &Angkor Exploration Southeast Asia’S Premier Golf &Angkor Exploration

Palace Tours − Luxury Tours Collection Southeast Asia’s Premier Golf &Angkor Exploration Southeast Asia’s Premier Golf &Angkor Exploration Join Palace Tours on this unique 5−night package in Siem Reap, the home of the Angkor, as you explore ancient temples and then golf on a world−class course. You will have three days of guided sightseeing tours so that you can fully explore the numerous temples and monuments of the lost city of the Khmer Empire, which reached its peak during the 9th to 13th centuries AD. You even have the opportunity to visit a local village and learn how the locals produce natural palm sugar. Finally, enjoy an outstanding round of golf at the Phokeethra Country Club, Southeast Asia's premier golf resort, which offers you the finest golfing experience in a unique setting, close to Angkor's UNESCO World Heritage Site. You may adjust the package to include as many nights and rounds of golf as you or your group desires; please contact us for details. Course Information: Phokeethra Country Club embraces the essence of a unique golfing experience. Near historic Angkor Wat, Cambodia's debut international golf course boasts a fully equipped pro shop, challenging fairways, specialty cuisines and superb services, fully catering to the executive golfer. Designed by V Golf Design Co. Ltd, it stretches 7,145 yards, par 72. The course reflects Phokeethra's dedication to create a unique golfing experience. With a combination of Paspalum grasses, both professional and casual golfers are provided with the highest standards of playing surfaces all year round. ITINERARY • Day 1 − Welcome to Cambodia You are met and greeted by our friendly representative upon arrival at Siem Reap International Airport then transferred to your hotel for check−in. Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant and an overnight stay in Siem Reap. (D) • Day 2 − Explore the lost city of the Khmer Empire This morning, explore the lost city of the Khmer Empire, starting with a trip to the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the Giant faces of the famous Bayon and Baphuon Temples, Elephants and Leper King Terraces, and the unforgettable jungle temple of Ta Prohm. Lunch is served at a local restaurant within the Angkor complex. Enjoy an afternoon visit to the Angkor Wat Temple where you are able to study its splendid architecture and bas−relief and witness the spectacular sunset in front of the temple. Dinner is served at a deluxe class restaurant with an entertaining Apsara classical dance show. Return to your hotel and stay overnight. (B, L, D) • Day 3 − Tour the Angkor temple complexes After breakfast, continue your Khmer heritage tour with a visit to Preah Khan, Neak Pean and East Mebon Temples. Continue to visit the red sandstone temple of Banteay Srey before enjoying lunch at a local restaurant. This afternoon, visit Banteay Samre Temple and spend some time at the local village of Pradak to learn the simple way that the local people produce natural palm sugar from palm juice (called Toek Thnot in Khmer). Later, visit the Pre Rup Temple and Sras Srang, the great outdoor royal swimming pool. Dinner is served at a first class restaurant before returning to your hotel in Siem Reap. (B, L, D) 1 • Day 4 − Golfing at the Phokeethra Country Golf Club This morning after breakfast, transfer to Phokeethra Country Golf Club for one round of golf (18 holes), where you will find the finest golfing experience in Southeast Asia. This premier golf resort is uniquely situated close to Angkor's UNESCO World Heritage Site. Enjoy lunch and dinner on your own account, and then return to the hotel in Siem Reap for an overnight stay. (B) • Day 5 − Visit the floating villages of the Tonle Sap This morning after breakfast, embark on an expedition to visit the unique floating and fishing villages on the Tonle Sap, which is one of the world's most productive bodies of fresh water. Each year, millions of fish come to spawn in the seasonally flooded forest surrounding the lake, attracting myriad water birds as well as people, who have settled in villages along the shores and who live with the rhythms of the water. This ecosystem of extraordinary biological richness and balance between humans and nature was recently designated as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO. Head back to town to visit Artisan d'Angkor and view fine examples of Khmer traditional stone and wood carving before enjoying lunch at a local first−class restaurant. Return to your hotel in Siem Reap, where the rest of the day is yours at leisure to relax at the hotel or perhaps do some last−minute souvenir shopping. (B, L) • Day 6 − Farewell, Cambodia Spend your morning at leisure until the time comes for you to transfer to the airport for your departure flight back home. (B) DESTINATION INFORMATION • Siem Reap Siem Reap City is the capital of Siem Reap Province, Cambodia. Siem Reap has colonial and Chinese−style architecture in the Old French Quarter, and around the Old Market. In town, there are Apsara dance performances, craft shops, silk farms, rice−paddy countryside, fishing villages and a bird sanctuary near the Tonle Sap Lake. Siem Reap today, being a popular tourist destination, has a large number of hotels and restaurants. Smaller establishments are concentrated around the Old Market area, while more expensive hotels are located between Siem Reap−Angkor International Airport and the town along National Road 6. Price Chart All prices quoted in U.S. Dollars ($) per person Your package includes: • Private land transportation in air−conditioned car, van or bus • 05 Nights accommodation as per itinerary on twin sharing basis with daily breakfast • Meals as per the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner) • One round of golf (18 holes) at Phokeethra Country Golf Club including green fee, golf cart & caddy fee. • 2 golfers share one caddy & one golf cart. • Sightseeing with English speaking guide • Admission fees to the sightseeing destinations • Welcome facilities upon arrival • 1 USD per person value for mosquito−net campaign against malaria 2 Your package excludes: • Tourist visa fee (Cambodia: $20) • Travel insurance • Unspecified meals and/or beverages • Gratuities or personal expenses • International or domestic airfare • International airport departure tax (Cambodia: $25) • Optional visits not mentioned in the itinerary • A surcharge applies for tour dates on Christmas Eve (24 Dec) and New Year's Eve (31 Dec). Please contact Palace Tours for details. HOTELS AND RESORTS SUGGESTED EXTENSION TOURS The Floating Villages of Tonle Sap Lake On this fun day trip from Siem Reap, take a boat ride on the Tonle Sap Great Lake, stopping to visit the unique floating and fishing villages and the wonderful bird sanctuary of Prek Toal. The Elephant Ride Experience Enjoy this truly one of a kind Cambodian experience as you choose to ride your elephant from any of the interesting locations, lending a unique flavor to your tour in Siem Reap. Marvel at the remarkable views of Bayon Temple, or pass the Terrace of the Elephants and the Leper King to witness the beauty of the quiet temple of Preah Pithu. In the afternoon let your elephant take you to view the spectacular sunsets over the forest of Phnom Bakheng, the towers of Angkor Wat and the Western Baray. The Holy Mountain Getaway On this day trip to the mountain of Ku Len, discover a hidden sanctuary with beautiful vistas, the waterfalls of Chup Preah and the giant reclining 16th century Buddhist statue. Spend the remainder of your afternoon visiting a local Pradak village. Cambodia, Laos &Vietnam World Heritage Tour Explore the heritage of all three of France's former colonies in Indochina; Laos, Cambodia and Vietnam, in just 12 days! Start in Laos, the Land of a Million Elephants, to get acquainted with the renowned ancient city of Luang Prabang and the capital, Vientiane. Next, board your flight to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, for a warm welcome and a brief journey to several places of great historical importance. Explore ancient Khmer temples and monuments in Siem Reap, the cradle of South−East Asia's civilization. Continue onwards to Ho Chi Minh City, the commercial heart of Vietnam, known to the world as a city on two wheels; a reference to its streets crowded with bicycles and motorbikes. TRAVEL TIPS & FAQ's Language Khmer is the official language of Cambodia. English and French are popular second languages. Climate The climate can generally be described as tropical. As the country is affected by monsoons, it is hot and humid with an average temperature around 27°C (80°F). There are two distinct seasons: the Rainy Season and the Dry Season. However, the Dry Season is divided into two sub−seasons, cool and hot. These seasons are: The Rainy season: From June until October 27−35°C (80−95°F) The Dry season (Cool): From November until February 17−27°C (63−80°F) The Dry season (Hot): From March until May 29−38°C (84−100°F) 3 Currency The local currency is the Riel, although the US Dollar is widely accepted throughout the country and in all major markets. In recent years the rate of exchange has been floating around USD1= 4,000 Riels. Some popular Riel denominations include: 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000 notes. Visa & Visa Fees For most visitors to the kingdom, visas are obtainable upon arrival at both Phnom Penh (Pochentong) and Siem Reap International Airports in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. At land crossings from Thailand, visas are available at Poipet and Cham Yeam (Koh Kong province). From Vietnam arrival visas can be obtained at the Bavet border check−point (VN: Moc Bai).

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