6-Day Private Cambodia Tour to Angkor Wat in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh

Our guide, Tom, in Siem Reap was terrific. We could not have asked for anyone better. His knowledge of the area, how best to get around to avoid traffic and crowds, best sights to see, history of the sights, and his English was excellent. The Cambodians have done well in a relatively short time since the Khmer Rouge to prepare sights of historical significance for tourism and to protect them from vandalism. Our hotel in Siem Reap was the Tara Angkor and it was fabulous. The accommodations were very comfortable and the food at the restaurant was delicious. In Phnom Penh, we stayed at the Frangipani Hotel and it was comfortable and clean. The staff at the Frangipani were the best...helpful, courteous, friendly, wonderful people! The hotel has a roof-top restaurant with incredible views and great food. Our guide in Phnom Penh was Siam; again, an excellent guide and very accommodating. Siam took us to the killing fields and the Royal Palace - a stark contrast indeed. The killing fields and prison were very well preserved and presented. During our visit to the prison museum compound inside the city, we were able to personally meet two of the very few survivors who were children at the time of the killings. We decided to extend our time in this city and Siam made sure we had our transport to airport when we needed it. On our own, we found it easy to get around. The Hotel Frangipani was centrally located and many sights were within walking distance or a short tuk tuk ride. For our week in Cambodia, this was a perfect tour and I would highly recommend it. Our trip was in October when the heat and humidity was high. If possible, I would recommend you travel to Cambodia in December or January when the weather is supposed to be at its best.