2008 Cambodia Encounter:14 day Cambodia Tour

From an unspoiled beach to the gateway to Angkor and beyond.

There is no better way to experience Cambodia than to venture into the rural countryside. The riverside town of Kampot, with its faded French-colonial façades, will help you conjure scenes from the country's past, while the less visited towns of Kep and Kratie will give you a taste of the beautiful provinces. Follow this peaceful encounter with an exciting climb to the top of the ramparts of a thousand-year-old temple with not a tourist in sight, and you will surely understand this captivating kingdom and its people.

Phnom Penh, Kep, Kampot, Sihanoukville, Oudong, Battambang, Siem Reap.

Trip grading: ADVENTUROUS Suitable for travellers with above-average levels of fitness and mobility. Prepare for some long road and boat journeys and plenty of walking.

What's included: (14 days) – 13 nights hotel accommodation (2 nights basic), all road transport by air-conditioned vehicles (temple touring by tuk-tuk), all sightseeing as specified (excluding entrance fees), Western tour leader based on a minimum of seven travellers, local English-speaking guides throughout, arrival and departure transfers, breakfast daily and two lunches.

Tour Leader: Travel Indochina tour leader based on a minimum of 7 people.

Maximum group size: 15

Not Ready to go Home Yet?: For an exciting start to your ‘Cambodia Encounter,’ ask us about beginning your journey in nearby Saigon, spending a couple of nights deep in the Mekong Delta, and cruising across the border and into Phnom Penh on a speedboat.

Ask our Travellers: "My expectations for this trip have been far surpassed. Incredible locations, scenery and historical visits. As a first-time overseas traveller I have been extremely fortunate to have enjoyed such an experience." R. Higgins - Australia

Tip's for your Vacation: Your experience in Sihanoukville offers you the opportunity to enjoy fantastic seafood, and in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap you will have ample time to discover markets and backstreets aplenty, either with your group or solo.

Responsible Travel: When you get to know Cambodia’s little-visited rural provinces, not only are you spreading cultural awareness, but also the economic benefits of responsible tourism.