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Half Day Tour to Royal Palace, Wat Phnom & Independent Monument

We explore the stunning Royal Palace complex. We enter the Throne Hall where the royal receptions are held and the Cambodian king’s coronation took place. We then pass the Napoleon III Pavilion made from iron, a gift from the French emperor in the 19th century. We continue to the Silver Pagoda, named after the 5000 silver tiles covering the floor, each weighing 1kg. Inside are some of the country’s most cherished treasures, including a life-size gold Buddha studded with 9584 diamonds, the largest weighing 25 carats.

We leave for Wat Phnom Temple founded by Daun Penh (Grandma Penh), a wealthy widow who in 1372, retrieved from a river a log with five Buddha statues in it and ordered to elevate a piece of her property on which to build a temple to house the statues. Later on, Grandma Penh and the villagers converted to build a temple on the top of the mountain and brought the four Buddha statues to the temple. After that we go to visit Independence Monument. Back to hotel and drop off.

Destinations

Phnom Penh

Duration

3-4 Hours

Live Guide

English

Tour Type

Private Tour

Description
We pick up you at the lobby of your hotel. Then, transfer to visit Royal Palace, home to the Cambodian royal family and a symbol of the nation. We begin amid the beautiful royal gardens, landscaped with tropical plants and studded with gleaming spires. We enter the Throne Hall where the royal receptions are held and the Cambodian king’s coronation took place. We then pass the Napoleon III Pavilion made from iron, a gift from the French emperor in the 19thcentury.We continue to the Silver Pagoda, named after the 5000 silver tiles covering the floor, each weighing 1kg. Inside are some of the country’s most cherished treasures, including a life-size gold Buddha studded with 9584 diamonds, the largest weighing 25 carats. Next, we visit
Wat Phnom Daun Penh founded by Daun Penh (Grandma Penh), a wealthy widow who in 1372, retrieved from a river a log with five Buddha statues in it and ordered to elevate a piece of her property on which to build a temple to house the statues. Later on, Grandma Penh and the villagers converted to build a temple on the top of the mountain and brought the four Buddha statues to the temple. After, we visit Independence Monument, built in 1958, and inaugurated in 1962 during the regime of Sangkum Reastr, this monument also serves as a proud testament to commemorate people who sacrificed their lives for the welfare of the country. The monument is captivating for its cool, serene atmosphere, which in turn makes it a much sought-after destination. Back to hotel and drop off.
Group: $130.00. Max per booking (6)
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What's Included

  • Private English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Private Transportation with A/C
  • Pure Drinking Water
  • Hotel pick up & drop off
  • Travel Insurance

What's Excluded

  • Fee of Royal Palace: 10$/pax
  • Wat Phnom Fee: 1$/pax
  • Food & Drink during tour

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate.

What you bring during the trip

  • Some Cash
  • Hand Sanitizing Gel
  • Sun Cream
  • Mosquito Repellent
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Power bank & Charger
  • Daily Medicine
  • Camera or Phone
  • Dress covering your knees and shoulder
  • Shoes or Flip-flops are fine.

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 Address: National Road #6, Siem Reap, Cambodia

 Phone: +855 99 963 369

Whatsapp: +855 99 963 369

 E-mail: info@siemreaptourguide.com

CANCELLATION POLICY

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour experience for a full refund.

  • You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time for a full refund.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour experience’s start time, all the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes or amendment made less than 24 hours before the tour experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Operation of times are based on the tour experience’s local time.
  • If you canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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