The Angkor Wat Experience Tour

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Prakhonchai Expat Services are pleased to present a 3 night discovery tour to Siem Reap from where you can visit the world famous Angkor Wat. The price of 3,250 Baht per person includes return  minibus/coach travel from Prakhonchai to Siem Reap and 3 nights, plus breakfast,  in the City River 3 star hotel.  For single travellers the cost will be circa 4,400 Baht.
The basic itinerary is as follows:-
22 Aug     07.30 Leave Prakhonchai  - arrive hotel by 13.00
23 Aug     09.00 Visit to Angkor Wat  (optional)  +$27.50 per person
24 Aug     Free Day
25 Aug     12.00 Depart hotel  - arrive Prakhonchai approx 17.00
The itinerary allows time on the day of arrival to discover Siem Reap and perhaps visit the National Museum that has a whole floor dedicated to Buddha. A useful source of information prior to visiting Angkor Wat.  There are several Buddhist temples in Siem Reap including  Wat Preah which is close to the City River hotel. Alternatively, you may wish to relax with a glass of Angkor draft  beer for 50cents (15 Baht) in Pub Street !
The price of 3,250 Baht is based on 2 people sharing a superior double room at the City River hotel. A deluxe room is available for an extra $7 per room per night. City River hotel is situated 5 minutes from the centre. The rooms are well-appointed with a small fridge. The roof top pool offers panoramic views of Siem Reap. www.cityriverhotel.com  Alternative accommodation is available at (a) My Home guest house at 3,000 Baht per person (single pays 3,950 Baht). My Home is comfortably furnished and has a small fridge. The bathroom is Thai resort standard and there is a swimming pool. About 10 minutes to the centre on foot, or (b),  Primarily for singles,  at the 89 hotel for 3950bt (this hotel has received excellent reviews). www.myhomecambodia.com
Disclaimer: Prakhonchai Expat Services have taken time to select the best service providers. However, we cannot be held responsible for their failure to deliver. We strongly recommend that everyone checks to see that they have suitable travel insurance.
Contact: prakhonchaiexpats@gmail.com or send forum PM, or call Nick 0817578534 or Ray 0860377468

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About The Tour.
The tour will depart from Prakhonchai on Monday 22nd August at 07.30 am. It is approximately two hours to the border crossing at Chong Sa Ngam. We will have a rest-stop for 15 minutes, about 40km from the border.
At the border we need to ‘check out’ of Thailand and then get a visa to enter Cambodia – this costs $20. Thai citizens do not need a visa. Our initial impression is that the officials at the border are ‘user-friendly’. We will be met by our minibus/coach who will take us to our hotels in Siem Reap – just under 2 hours.
We will take guests to reception at their respective hotels - after that it is ‘free time’.  For those who have pre-booked a trip to Angkor Wat details of their tuk-tuk driver will be provided. 
We do not wish to ‘over-organise’ this trip and believe everyone should be free to enjoy Siem Reap/Angkor Wat as they choose. However, we are quite prepared to make recommendations, on an individual basis, if guests so request. 
Angkor Wat is a beautiful historical site and a ‘must see’ in our view. Siem Reap itself is a well-developed tourist city that is almost European in feel – there is vast array of restaurants and bars offering Khmer, Italian, French, Mexican and Indian cuisine – and a KFC. Thai wives will find khao pad and a som tam equivalent! Guests may wish to consider a trip to the floating village on the Tonle Sap (the largest freshwater lake in S.E. Asia).
On Thursday 25th August we will check out of the hotels by 12 Noon for the return journey to the border, and back to Prakhonchai.

Important Information:
Everyone must have a current passport. Thais do not need a visa but all foreigners will need to take $20 and a passport size photo. Arrival and departure cards will need to be completed for Thai immigration. Those with Marriage/Retirement visa will need to obtain a re-entry permit in advance.
US$ will be required in Cambodia. Change is usually given in Riels – approx 4,000 to one Dollar. We can obtain US$ by pre-order. You can use Thai and international cards in local ATMs to obtain Dollars – we recommend this as a ‘back up’.
Be aware that you will be approached by children, and landmine victims, to buy books, postcards etc. A polite refusal usually sees them move on quickly (they are not like Indian tailors in Pattaya!) and the same applies to tuk-tuk drivers.
Finally, Siem Reap seems to be a safe environment in which to enjoy your trip, just take the usual precautions regarding money and personal possessions.
 

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ANGKOR WAT INFORMATION
Angkor Wat is regarded by many as the 8th wonder of the world.  Even a half-day trip around the main Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and Bayon will probably have you agreeing with them!  Some people say that you need 3 days to explore the entire Angkor Wat city complex. We think that anything up to a full day will give you a good experience of these magnificent temples. Additional excursions are available for those who wish to explore further.

We recommend a one day pass for $20 per person. You can visit as many temples as you wish and your pass must be shown at each temple. We can also arrange a tuk-tuk for 2 people sharing for $15 for the day. The tuk-tuk drivers are very experienced and can give advice on which temples to visit. They can also take you to a local restaurant for lunch. They are ‘yours’ for the day so make the most of them – or just head back to the hotel when you have seen enough. The drivers will be keen to take you out the next day – feel free to make your booking if you have ‘hit it off’ with your driver. Tips are probably expected and $5 (if satisfied) would be the norm. For those who want an escorted tour we can arrange to book a local guide.

We can arrange for the tuk-tuk to pick you up from the hotel and take to buy your one day pass. From there it is likely that you will first go to the main Angkor Wat and then to Ta Prohm where Angeline Jolie filmed Tomb Raider. Don’t miss Bayon which has 216 faces etched into it.

Tips: Be aware that you will pestered by children trying to sell books, postcards, food etc. They are quite polite but can become irritating. Cold drinks are expensive around the sites so you may want to take your own. Some tuk-tuk drivers will provide bottled water from a cool box.

If you do nothing else before your visit have a look at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angkor_Wat

A ‘templing’ blog here:-
http://hkhousewife.com/travel/templing-in-angkor-wat-traveling-in-asia-and-filming-with-angelina/

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About Siem Reap
Siem Reap is where you will stay on your visit to Angkor. The town is actually a cluster of old villages and later overlaid with a French colonial centre. Note the colonial and Chinese style architecture in the town centre. Often missed are the many opportunities to experience traditional Cambodian ‘Apsara’ dance performances, craft shops and silk farms.
Siem Reap is centred around the Old Market and Pub Street. The former offers a host of sights and smells whilst Pub Street has something for every taste. The centre can be accessed within 10 minutes on foot from any of our chosen hotels. Tuk-tuks are readily available and will usually cost $2 per trip in town.
Angkor Wat is about 15 minutes away by tuk-tuk and the Tonle Sap 20 minutes.
We are happy to provide ideas for local restaurants based on our own limited experience – however, half the fun is trying something for yourself.

[TBWG]

Check out this for additional Siem Reap info ~~~~   http://www.buriramexpats.com/forum/index.php/topic,134.0.html

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TBWG

PS ~ Will definitely avail myself of the SR trip when I return to Thailand later in the year.

[CoffeeCorner]

Just a quick reminder that the closing date for anyone wishing to go on this inaugural trip is Monday 1st August 

[CoffeeCorner]

Details of next dates:-

[CoffeeCorner]

Prakhonchai Expat Services are pleased to present it’s second Angkor Wat Tour. This is simply advance notice of the proposed dates.

10th to 13th OCTOBER

This is a 3 night  tour to Siem Reap from where you can visit the world famous Angkor Wat. The price is likely to remain at  3,250 Baht per person (subject to any high season increases)  and includes return  minibus/coach travel from Prakhonchai to Siem Reap and 3 nights, plus breakfast,  in the City River 3 star hotel.  For single travellers the cost will be circa 4,400 Baht.
It is likely that the itinerary will be as follows:-
10 Oct     07.30 Leave Prakhonchai  - arrive hotel by 13.00
11 Oct     09.00 Visit to Angkor Wat  (optional)  +$27.50 per person
12 Oct     Free Day
13 Oct     12.00 Depart hotel  - arrive Prakhonchai approx 17.00

The price of 3,250 Baht is based on 2 people sharing a superior double room at the City River hotel. A deluxe room is available for an extra $7 per room per night. City River hotel is situated 5 minutes from the centre. The rooms are well-appointed with a small fridge. The roof top pool offers panoramic views of Siem Reap. www.cityriverhotel.com 
Alternative accommodation is available at (a) My Home guest house at 3,000 Baht per person (single pays 3,950 Baht). My Home is comfortably furnished and has a small fridge. The bathroom is Thai resort standard and there is a swimming pool. About 10 minutes to the centre on foot, or (b),  Primarily for singles,  at the 89 hotel for 3950bt (this hotel has received excellent reviews).

Contact: prakhonchaiexpats@gmail.com , or call Nick 0817578534 or Ray 0860377468

[CoffeeCorner]

We have had a couple of unexpected additional bookings for the trip on Monday 22nd August.

This has resulted in us hiring a second minibus for the Thai side of the journeys.

It means that we have additional places available should anyone make a last minute decision to go to Angkor Wat.

[mario299]

Sounds like this is turning out to be a real good trip, just sorry me and the Mrs mario can't do this one. We'll try our best for a near future one, love to go! Have fun!
 

[CoffeeCorner]

Sounds like this is turning out to be a real good trip, just sorry me and the Mrs mario can't do this one. We'll try our best for a near future one, love to go! Have fun!
 

You will be very welcome Mario.

[PrakhonchaiExpatServices]

The second trip to Siem Reap/Angkor Wat is 10th to 13th October.

We are at the point of filling our minibus and therefore need to bring forward our closing date to Midnight tomorrow - i.e. 20th September.

[CoffeeCorner]

The 3rd trip to Siem Reap/Angkor Wat will be on Monday 21st November.


Full details to follow shortly.

[CoffeeCorner]

Prakhonchai Expat Services are pleased to present a 3 night discovery tour to Siem Reap from where you can visit the world famous Angkor Wat. The price of 3,950 Baht per person includes return  minibus/coach travel from Prakhonchai to Siem Reap and 3 nights, plus breakfast,  in the City River 3 star hotel.  For single travellers the cost will be circa 5,450 Baht.

The basic itinerary is as follows:-
21 Nov      07.00 Leave Prakhonchai  - arrive hotel circa 13.00
22 Nov      09.00 Optional visit to Angkor Wat   -  $20 per person plus tuk-tuk
23 Nov      Free Day - Optional Apsara show with Dinner - $40 per person
24 Nov      11.30 Depart hotel  - arrive Prakhonchai approx 17.00

The itinerary allows time on the day of arrival to discover Siem Reap and perhaps visit the National Museum that has a whole floor dedicated to Buddha. A useful source of information prior to visiting Angkor Wat.  There are several Buddhist temples in Siem Reap including  Wat Preah which is close to the City River hotel. Alternatively, you may wish to relax with a glass of Angkor draft  beer for 50cents (15 Baht) in Pub Street !

The price of 3,950 Baht is based on 2 people sharing a superior double room at the City River hotel. A deluxe room is available for an extra $10 per room per night. City River hotel is situated 5 minutes from the centre. The rooms are well-appointed with a small fridge. The roof top pool offers panoramic views of Siem Reap. www.cityriverhotel.com

Alternative accommodation is available at (a) My Home guest house at 3,400 Baht per person (single pays 3,950 Baht). My Home is comfortably furnished and has a small fridge. The bathroom is Thai resort standard and there is a swimming pool. About 10 minutes to the centre on foot, www.myhomecambodia.com  or (b),  Primarily for singles, at the 89 hotel for 4,200bt (this hotel has received excellent reviews).   http://www.hotel89cambodia.com/index.html

Disclaimer: Prakhonchai Expat Services have taken time to select the best service providers. However, we cannot be held responsible for their failure to deliver. We strongly recommend that everyone checks to see that they have suitable travel insurance. We reserve the right to add a surcharge should there be a significant appreciation of the US$.

Contact: prakhonchaiexpats@gmail.com or send forum PM, or call Nick 081 757 8534 or Ray 086 037 7468

[Burirambuilder]

Count me and the Mrs in Ray and Nick..
Now this place does have great food and wine and great service at prices that cant be beat !!