CAMBODIA EXTENSION FAM

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1 Leisure Consultant: Vi Tran (Ms.) Date of proposal: 02 Mar 2015 Guest s Name: CAMBODIA EXTENSION FAM *Please give full passport information for flight reservation & hotel check-in Number of Guests: 10 Agencies, plus 01 Tour Leader Room Type: 05 Twins + 01 Single Room Preference: Non-smoking, nice view (wherever possible) Travel Dates: From 10 May 2015 To 13 May 2015 Travel Style: Education Trip Destinations: Cambodia (4days/3nights) Remarks: Please note that this proposed itinerary is subject to availability. We will only proceed with all reservations upon receiving your written confirmation. We recommend your confirmation as early as possible. Flight times and the daily order of sightseeing are subject to change. Transfer times are approximate and subject to local conditions at the time of travel. All flight times are local.

2 ITINERARY SUMMARY Date Location Accommodation May 2015 Siem Reap Amansara Resort 13 May 2015 Siem Reap departs ITINERARY DETAIL Day 10 Sun 10 May 2015: Saigon Siem Reap on Vietnam Airlines (Economy class TOI REP books, flight time is subject to change)/ Half Day Explore The Old Market Area Upon arrival inside the arrival terminal, look for our Representative who will be holding the signboard with your names on it. Our Representative will collect your passport, and one passport photo for the visa before leading you to the baggage claim where you can pick up your luggage while waiting a bit to get your passport back after it is stamped. Then, our representative will accompany you to meet the guide, who is waiting outside the arrival terminal. Embark your comfortable vehicle and we transfer to your hotel. *Siem Reap Airport Assistance is only available for less than group of 10 persons Spend the afternoon exploring some of the more fascinating corners of the Old Town of Siem Reap. Start your exploration around 2pm with a guided tour of the some of the more fascinating corners of the Old Town of Siem Reap. Stop into Artisans Angkor shop, which is a showcase for Cambodian crafts with pieces inspired by Angkor heritage as well as fashionable handmade clothing and decorative items that can suit contemporary lifestyles. Cross picturesque Siem Reap River to Wat Damnak, a living temple with monks praying, a vibrant school and a colorful forest of stupa. Receive a special blessing from one of the monks, which includes the tying of a blessed string around your wrist. Walk back across the Pedestrian Bridge to the Old Market and your guide will lead you through the maze of undercover stalls selling fruits, vegetables, meat & fish, household goods and of course, lots of souvenirs! Later, return to the hotel. This evening, meet Cambodia Country Manager of Trails Of Indochina at the restaurant and we enjoy your dinner at Nest Angkor Café Bar (dinner includes tea, coffee and choice of 01 unit of local beer or soft drink or mineral water). The boutique Nest is recognized by its architecturally stylish canvas tent roof and garden like interior. Nest introduces a fresh new Café-Bar-Restaurant concept to Cambodia. More than just a place to eat and drink, Nest is also a venue to be entertained and enlightened. Themed parties, dance, art installations and musical performances are hosted on a regular basis. *The regular check-in time is at 02.00pm; early check-in is subject to availability Meals: Dinner Address: Road to Angkor Tel: (855-63) Fax: (855-63) Day 11 Mon 11 May 2015: Siem Reap Full Day Angkor Thom - The Forgotten Sunrise/ Ta Prohm & Angkor Thom/ Angkor Wat With Khmer Scholar Depart early from the hotel and head for the magnificent Bayon temple, located in the heart of the ancient city of Angkor Thom. Watch the sunrise over the peaceful faces of King Jayavarman VII, which overlook every direction. Return to your hotel for breakfast. After breakfast, we drive to Ta Prohm. This beautiful temple is overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. The magnificent roots of the trees have merged over the centuries with the temple s huge stone blocks, emphasizing a forgotten city feeling. Your exploration continues with a return to Angkor Thom not a temple, but an entire walled city of 9 square km which served as the royal Capital from approx With a population of 1 million, it was far bigger than any city in Europe at the time. The center piece is the Bayon temple crowned with 216 giant, enigmatic, smiling faces. Also visit

3 the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King, which houses almost perfectly preserved, detailed carvings. Return back to your hotel PM: Hotel inspection at Amansara Resort 02.30PM: We drive to visit Angkor Wat, one of the modern wonders and most important religious monuments in the world, with a renowned Khmer scholar. He will be able to share his vast experience and give you a concise overview of Khmer history, culture, archaeology and civilization. He has been working with the Angkor Temple Conservation Institution for many years and has a detailed knowledge of the temple s history as well as how they will be preserved in the decades to come. Take a stroll through the elaborate carved hallways of Angkor Wat as the Khmer empire is brought to life through the scholar s explanations of the various stories contained in each of the bas reliefs and murals. After an exciting morning of temple exploration, you will return to your hotel PM: Hotel site inspection at Heritage Suites Siem Reap Hotel 06.30PM: Dinner at Heritage Suites Siem Reap Hotel (dinner includes tea, coffee and choice of 01 unit of local beer or soft drink or mineral water) Meals: Breakfast, Dinner Day 12 Tue 12 May 2015: Walk & Talk Tour In Kompheim Village/ Hotel Site Inspection Make a visit to Kompheim village which is located 25 minutes away from downtown Siem Reap. Surrounded by rice fields, it is a typical Khmer village. For 2 hours and around 2km, you will be given the opportunity to dive into the daily life of local people. You will learn more about HUSK NGO programs and visit the local Pagoda and school. These 2km could be one of the highlights of your stay in Cambodia, as a responsible visitor. HUSK works with communities to help improve the lives of Cambodian families. Their goals focus on the basics: safe water, livelihood opportunities, health, education and environment. HUSK have been established in Kompheim village for more than 6 years now. They have managed to create sustainable and healthy relationship within the community. Trails of Indochina supports HUSK Programs because they share our responsible tourism philosophy. Photography is welcome and your guide will let you know if any one does not wish to be photographed. NOTES: Please note providing gifts is a wonderful gesture but can cause issues of jealousy and lead to a begging cycle. If you would like to help, please discuss this with our staff who can provide information on the best way to make a meaningful difference. You may also visit Pick Up Time: Between 9:00am Drop off: 3 to 3.5 hours after the start time Enjoy lunch at local restaurant (lunch includes tea, coffee and choice of 01 unit of local beer or soft drink or mineral water) In the afternoon, car and guide at disposal to visit 5-star hotel inspections PM: Hotel inspection at Raffles Grand D angkor Hotel 03.00PM: Hotel inspection at Belmond La Residence D angkor Hotel 04.00PM: Hotel inspection at Park Hyatt Siem Reap hotel Afterward, return back to your hotel. This evening, enjoy a host dinner (including alcoholic beverages) at one of the restaurants at Amansara Resort Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner Day 13 Wed 13 May 2015: Siem Reap departs (Own tickets, flight info to be advised)

4 Transfer back to airport for the flight onto home. Ticket, passport info, and immigration form will be collected in advance so our representative can get the boarding pass, immigration stamped and ready by the time you arrive to the airport. Upon arrival at the departure terminal, our representative will accompany you to the airlines counter for checking in (the luggage must be checked by individual client). After check-in, head to the waiting lounge until the flight is called. *Siem Reap Airport Assistance is only available for less than group of 10 persons *The regular check-out time is at 12.00noon; late check-out is subject to availability Meal: Breakfast End of services! TOUR COST: *Please note this proposal is a quote only, valid for 7 days. *The tour price is based on the above suggested hotel/room categories. Price is subject to change due to availability and increases in air airfares when space is confirmed. Tour Price 10 persons on double/twin share, plus 01 Tour Leader Price per person US$ TOUR INCLUSIONS: Inclusive of: Siem Reap International Arrival Airport Assistance Service on Day 1 Siem Reap International Arrival Airport Assistance Service on Day 6 Cambodia visa on arrival Overnight accommodation is inclusive of hotel tax, hotel service charges and includes daily breakfast Private transfers (group arrives & departs together) and transportation on tour Sightseeing with Local English speaking guides (one guide in each city) Entrance fees and boat rides as dedicated Meals & beverages as mentioned specifically in the itinerary Airfares: SGN-REP (Economy class with airport tax) Special visit & interaction arrangement Cold towels and water on sightseeing days Welcome pack Non-inclusive of: Other Airport Assistance Service Separate luggage truck Other meals where not mentioned in the program Drinks/water at included lunches and dinners Other flights & airport taxes Hotel early check in/ Late check out Overweight luggage Personal expenses Travel insurance Tips & gratuities Other services not listed in inclusive column GENERAL BOOKING CONDITIONS: PAYMENT - 20% of the total tour cost to be deposited upon commitment of the tour. This deposit is non-refundable. - 80% of the total tour cost to be paid 46 days prior to arrival date % of the total tour is required 45 days prior departure or within 24 hours of confirmation if travelling within 45 days from departure. CANCELLATION: Any cancellations must be made in witting days or more prior to arrival date: 20% deposit days prior to arrival date: 50% of the total tour cost days prior to arrival date: 75% of the total tour cost - 7 days or less prior to arrival date: 100% of the total tour cost

5 Special conditions: Depending on airlines, hotels, cruises' cancellation policies, the above conditions may be modified. IMPORTANT NOTES: VISAS Please make sure your passport is valid more than 6 months from the date of return in each country you are visiting. It is also to be sure that there is sufficient space in your passport to allow for all immigrations procedures. At least 2 blank pages are required due to the full page visas used in each country of South East Asia Kindly note that visa service is not included in our proposal. Please contact me for any visa service or guidance. Please note the following general information (subject to change) concerning visas for our part of the world. Cambodia: Visa on arrival is included in the main cost. TRIP INSURANCE & TRAVEL INSURANCE The tour price does not include personal insurance. Travelers are highly recommended to purchase Trip Insurance & Travel Insurance upon commitment of the booking in case of force majeure. Trip Insurance covers the cost of your trip should you be forced to cancel your trip before you start the trip. Travel Insurance covers such costs as emergency and medical evacuation, hospital fees, property loss, etc which could possibly happen during the trip. If you would like Trails of Indochina to have a copy of your Trip Insurance & Travel Insurance information in case of emergency, please forward these details to your agent who will in turn forward to our office. ARRIVAL TIPS CAMBODIA: If you are unable to find the Trails of Indochina transfer staff, please call our Customer Care Manager for immediate assistance on or the local emergency number listed on your voucher.