Honeymoon in Cambodia Price: US$9,995 per person based on two travellers + US$2,300 to build a home in Siem Reap. Contact us to create a registry for your wedding guests to contribute to the building of the home. Start/Finish: Bangkok Dates: Available year-round, beginning on Sundays Length of Trip: 9 days / 8 nights
Your Journey Highlights Celebrate the beginning of your journey with a champagne toast on Bangkok s Chao Phraya canals at sunset, aboard your private long tail boat Enjoy an afternoon pedal through the Cambodian countryside and take a twilight dip in your Amansara suite s private plunge pool Participate in a moving house blessing ceremony as you donate a new home to a family in Siem Reap Relax in the exquisite paradise of Song Saa Private Island Days 1 & 2 Bustling Bangkok Sa wat dee Kah! Welcome to Thailand and the bustling city of Bangkok. Upon arrival at the Suvarnabhumi International Airport, a Butterfield & Robinson representative will assist you through express immigration and escort you by private car to your beautiful home for the next two nights, the Mandarin Oriental. Depending on the time of your arrival, we leave this afternoon at your leisure to relax and rejuvenate after your long journey. A grated coconut body scrub or a cypress oil massage at the hotel spa is a perfect way to invigorate your mind and body before a delicious dinner at the hotel s Riverside Terrace, with a spectacular view of the Chao Phraya River. Meals: B/D After a delicious breakfast on the verandah, your local guide and private car will greet you in the hotel lobby and host you to a morning visit to Bangkok s historical landmarks. The Grand Palace is not to be missed, with a special visit to Thailand s most sacred Buddhist temple, Wat Phra Kaew, the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. After lunch, enjoy an afternoon exploring the Chao Phraya canals aboard your very own long tail boat. Lined with teak wood homes once belonging to local aristocrats, the antique charm of the riverbanks has been well preserved. You ll stop at the quaint wooden house of Baan Silapin, a school of old Thai puppet shows. Your ride ends with a champagne toast as you admire the beautiful sunset views of the Temple of Dawn and the Tha Chang (Elephant) Pier. Dinner tonight is on your own. Your guide will be delighted to make recommendations and assist you with the reservation. Meals: B HOTEL The Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok The Mandarin Oriental is among the world s finest, with two pools, a fitness centre and a renowned spa. Set on the banks of the Chao Phraya River in the heart of the city, it is the perfect base for exploring Bangkok.
Days 3, 4 & 5 The Magic of Angkor After breakfast, we say farewell to Thailand and fly to Siem Reap. Arriving late morning, a relaxing poolside lunch awaits you at the Amansara. Once fueled up and changed to cycle, we have a leisurely bike ride arranged into the heart of the Cambodian countryside. Your pedal through the lush rural landscape ends at Tonle Sap for a lovely sunset boat ride on Asia s largest lake. You ll want to take advantage of your spectacular pool suite we recommend room service tonight and a twilight dip in your very own plunge pool. Meals: B/D We rise early this morning to explore the wild jungle temple of Ta Promh at sunrise. Famous for the jungle that still grows around it, this is an awe-inspiring homage to both nature and mankind. We will walk from here through the park, passing through jungle and by quiet temples where none of the thousands of daily tourists pass. We ll enjoy a delicious cappuccino and pastry (brought into the park just for us!) before beginning the emotional ritual of welcoming a local family to their new home. As is tradition, the local community will prepare lunch for the monks who will facilitate the house blessing ceremony. We have the privilege of collecting the lunch and the monks, escorting them to the family and their new home. Here, we will be guests of honour at the ceremony, surrounded by the warmth and gratitude of the family and the whole community. After a full morning, we leave the afternoon open to explore Siem Reap s markets and French Quarter. Take in the local hustle and bustle from a table at our favourite local café, Blue Pumpkin, and reminisce about this morning s events. Enjoy an early dinner tonight as we have another sunrise surprise prepared for tomorrow. Meals: B/L/D Our final day in Siem Reap will be an extensive discovery of the temples of Bayon and Angkor Wat with your local guide, who will bring the stone celestial dancers to life for us. In the morning, we arrive in Bayon by traditional means elephants and visit this exquisite Buddhist temple before setting out on our trek around the ancient city of Angkor Thom. Our walk meanders along the quiet path on top of the ancient walls and the trails are lined with a jungle of silk cotton and strangler fig trees. We will then head back to our hotel by tuk-tuk to enjoy lunch. After a quick swim or downtime in your suite, we will head to magnificent Angkor Wat where our local guide will teach us all about this awe-inspiring temple that has defied time and nature for over 700 years. We will finish our visit alone, inspecting the renovation project with the temples head restorer and privately taking in the sunset. Tonight, enjoy dinner at the hotel. Meals: B/D
About the House Building Project In its third year, Butterfield & Robinson s house building project in Myanmar has provided homes to over 50 families in Inle Lake. We have recently expanded the initiative to Cambodia, supporting families affected by landmines in the Siem Reap countryside. B&R will arrange a registry that allows your wedding guests to contribute to the cost of building a home for a family in need. The home will be complete in time for your arrival to Siem Reap. HOTEL Amansara, Siem Reap The only place to stay in Siem Reap on such a romantic escape is the Aman. Once the summer home of King-Father Norodom Sihanouk, the resort is located close to the town of Siem Reap and blends French colonial architecture with indigenous Khmer art objects. The pool suites offer a perfect oasis from the afternoon heat! Days 6, 7 & 8 Song Saa Private Island This morning, we hop on a short 45 minute flight from Siem Reap to the beach town of Sihanoukville. From here, a luxurious speed boat whisks you to the secluded paradise of Song Saa Island. For the next three nights, indulge in the remote tranquility of the island s lush rainforests, tropical reefs and long stretches of white sand beaches. Rest in the stunning comfort of your overwater villa, snorkel, kayak, practice yoga by the pool, or venture out to the nearby islands and villages to learn the ways of the local villagers sustainable livelihoods. During your stay, enjoy the amazing flavours and local delicacies prepared by Executive Chef Neil Wager and his team of Khmer staff. Upon request, the property will arrange for an intimate traditional Buddhist blessings ceremony at a nearby pagoda on Koh Rong Island the perfect celebration of the end of your honeymoon in Cambodia. Meals: B/L/D HOTEL Song Saa Private Island The newest property in Cambodia, Song Saa Private Island is an idyllic honeymoon retreat. Sustainably focused the resort spans 2 islands Koh Ouen and Koh Bong. The locals fondly refer to the pair as Song Saa, which very appropriately translates to The Sweethearts.
Day 9 Farewells After breakfast, your journey home begins. We ll arrange for your return to Bangkok via Siem Reap. Wishing you a safe trip home and a long and happy marriage! Meals: B
The Details Price from: Start/Finish: US$9,995 per person based on two travellers Bangkok WHAT S INCLUDED All hotel accommodation Meals as indicated with wine (as selected by B&R) Services of local guide(s) and support van Use of bicycle and helmet in Siem Reap All special events and private tours All transportation from rendezvous to drop-off, including round-trip flights from Bangkok Siem Reap Song Saa Island Bangkok All baggage transportation WHAT S NOT INCLUDED International flights Cancellation insurance Items of a personal nature Gratuity for your local guide(s) AT SONG SAA ISLAND All meals, all non-alcoholic drinks, beers, house wines, house spirits, along with snacks daily Welcome drink on arrival 15 minutes foot ritual during guest stay Daily surprise delights from the kitchen Mini bar, restocked each day Unlimited laundry each day Use of Kayaks, sailing boats, snorkeling gear, kite board, wind surfer High speed internet available all over the island Most resort excursions and activities Next Steps READY TO BOOK? Call or email us with any remaining questions and to reserve your dates (1-800- 387-1147), or consult your travel professional. Once you are booked, you will receive a confirmation package containing detailed information to help you prepare for your trip. TRAVEL SERVICES Once you have confirmed your trip, our Travel Services department is available to assist you with flights, pre-night hotels, airport transfers and other aspects of getting to and from your trip. Some fees may be associated with these services. Please note that your final itinerary may vary slightly from this one as we continuously research and develop each trip, customizing your experience to match your interests and tastes. Inclement weather though we d like to think there won t be any may also necessitate minor alterations. 2013 Butterfield & Robinson Management Services Inc.