Phnom Penh By Night - Phnom Penh

OVERVIEW

Gain a unique perspective of Phnom Penh with an evening tour. Visit the historic Royal Palace and National Museum before heading to Wat Phnom for views of the city in the late afternoon light. As the sun sets, embark on a dinner cruise where you will watch the city lights illuminate the skyline. Finish the evening with a relaxing cocktail at a riverfront bar.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Phnom Penh became the Capital city of Cambodia in 1866. Rich in history and architecture, it was considered the pearl of Asia in the 60's until, unfortunately, in 1975 it became a ghost town during the brutal Khmer Rouge regime. Since the mid 1990s, Phnom Penh has been on the upswing, reviving itself with a growing selection of restaurants, bars, and interesting art scene. Cambodia is trying to return to the splendor of the past.

Seeing the city in the late afternoon and evening, one is taken back to the glory days. Soft light falls on the buildings as the sun sets and in the evening darkness, the city lights illuminate the historic and modern buildings.

The tour begins in the afternoon, with a city tour. Start with a visit to the National Museum, filled with ancient art and sculptures. Continue to the neighboring Royal Palace, home to Cambodia's monarchy and the Silver Pagoda. Travel to the north side of the city to the small hilltop temple of Wat Phnom for a wonderful view of the city in the beautiful afternoon light. As the sun is about to set embark on a special dinner cruise on the Tonle Sap River. Watch as the city illuminates while enjoying an authentic Khmer meal.

Return to land and head to the Chinese House Lounge Bar for a cocktail. This stylish bar is housed in a beautiful traditional house on the riverfront and is the perfect way to end your evening tour of the capital.

PRICING: in US Dollars per person

Rates are valid until 30 September 2010

Our Services Include:

• Transfer by cyclo
• Evening City Tour
• Dinner Cruise
• Cocktail at Chinese House Lounge Bar
• Local English Speaking Guide
• All entrance fees as indicated in itinerary

Our Services do not Include:

• Alcoholic drinks & drinks at mealtime + Optional visits + Personal expenses (Telephone, laundry...)
• Personal travel insurance (must include helicopter evacuation for Cambodia)
• Tips for guide, driver, boat crew & hotels'porters
• Meals not indicated in the itinerary
• Other services not clearly indicated in the Package Inclusion above