Deluxe:
•Samanea | Superior Villa
First Class:
•Samanea | Superior Villa
Superior:
•Calao Residence Kep | Deluxe
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Trip duration
8 days, 7 nights
Created as a seaside sanctuary for French colonial rulers in 1908 and a destination of choice for Cambodia’s high society in the 1960s, Kep is attracting a more down-to-earth crowd in contemporary times who visit for seafood and sojourns in boutique hotels. The adjacent Bokor National Park is home to an enchanting old French hill station.
Day 1
Phnom Penh – Kep
Trade in the capital’s chaos for the quiet charm of coastal Kep. After check-out from the hotel, we set off on a nearly four hour scenic drive from Phnom Penh to the quaint compact town (163 km). Upon arrival, we check-in at our accommodation with the rest of the day at our leisure to settle into laidback Kep life. Kep was once called Kep-sur-Mer and catered to the country’s elite from the 1920s to 1970s and was dotted with weekend villas belonging to colonial French and upper-class Cambodians. Today, it is famed for its lively crab market, delicious fresh seafood, sweeping countryside and coastline, and small stretch of sand. It is also home to Kep National Park, salt plains and a short boat ride away sits Rabbit Island. Please note: Official check-in time is 2 pm. Overnight in Kep.
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Kep
Day 2
Kep
Spend the day discovering Kep town. You will drive around and discover Samadhi pagoda, with a amazing view on the bay, the “Siren of the Sea” statue near the beach, the street art on the abounded villas, the King’s mother house. We will also go in the surrounding to visit a salt field. Lunch is at our leisure before we return to Kep, with the rest of the day free to snack on crab and Kampot pepper at the market, splash in the sea or take a stroll along the promenade. Overnight in Kep.
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Day 3
Kep
A day at sea is awaiting us today. We will embark on a traditional boat for a day trip around Kep neighbouring islands. We will spend the day snorkelling, fishing and exploring few islands. Lunch is on board: a barbecue with Rosé. We return to Kep, with the rest of the day free to snack on crab and Kampot pepper at the market, splash in the sea or take a stroll along the promenade. This tour is available during high season only. Overnight in Kep.
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Day 4
Kep – Kampot – Kep
Get the tastebuds popping and learn about world-famous Kampot pepper. After breakfast, we hit the road for neighbouring Kampot (23 km). Our first stop is at La Plantation, which produces one of Cambodia’s most famous ingredient: Kampot pepper. Used by top chefs in kitchens across the globe, the sharp pepper comes in four forms – black, green, red and white – and adds a real kick to dishes. Here, we can learn how it is farmed and what makes this unique pepper so special. We then enjoy a cooking class, and try our artwork for lunch. After lunch, we continue to the Secret Lake for a short visit, then drive along country roads takes us through sprawling farmland and paddies that stretch to the horizon. Farmers tending to their land and grazing buffalos. Kampot is our destination. We have a city tour to discover the colonial buildings, the old cinema and the quay. On the way back to Kep, we have a boat trip through the mangrove during sunset. The perfect spot to end the day. Overnight in Kep.
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Day 5
Kep – Bokor – Kep
Today we take a longer ride to Bokor Mountain, the highest point on the coast. This tour will take you up to the summit of mystical Bokor Mountain, where you can discover abandoned but hauntingly beautiful old buildings from a glorious distant past. The buildings may look dilapidated but the magnificent views and sense of awe are still there. On the way back to town, down the mountain, we walk on a short trail through the jungle to reach Veal Pouch waterfall. Located in Preah Monivong National Park, this waterfall has several levels. Some are ideal for swimming. We go back to the hotel after our swim. Dinner is at leisure. Overnight in Kep.
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Day 6
Kep – Koh Rong
Today sees us bid a fond farewell to the calm of coastal life as we ahead to the beach side of Sihanoukville. In the morning, we leave behind Kep life and head for the coastal destination of Sihanoukville for a five-hours drive. We drive along roads that wind through seemingly endless stretches of paddies and farmland, small villages and vibrant market towns. We are then driven to the pier to board a shared speedboat for a 45-minute-plus cruise to Koh Rong. After checking-in at the resort, we have the rest of the day free at leisure to start laidback island life, with two days ahead of us to kick back on the island’s powder white shores, explore its jungle interior, or hit the waters to explore other nearby islands. Lunch and dinner are at your leisure. Koh Rong is Cambodia’s largest island and it is blessed with a stunning range of blissful beaches and a rugged jungle interior. Please note: The official check-in time is 2 pm. An early check-in is subject to room availability. Overnight in Koh Rong.
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Koh Rong
Day 7
Koh Rong
Unwind on the shore, go beach-hopping, or discover the vibrant underwater world with a free day to kick back on Koh Rong. Koh Rong remains relatively undeveloped, with a smattering of resorts, guesthouses and small communities speckled along its shores. Koh Touch is where the public ferry drops visitors, and this is home to a bustling stretch of lively guesthouses and bars that generally welcome the backpacker crew. Those seeking a deserted island life can catch a boat to northern Lonely Beach, a 7 km stretch of powder white sands without the people. With delicious clear turquoise waters beckoning, a snorkelling session is a great way to dive into the underwater world, or explore the sea by kayak, or paddle-board. Cap off the day with sundowners watching a stunning sunset. Lunch and dinner are at your leisure. Please note: There is no car or guide available today. Overnight in Kong Rong.
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Day 8
Koh Rong – Phnom Penh
We enjoy breakfast and may have free time to enjoy some last moments on the beach before we trade in lazy island life for the cosmopolitan capital. We will check-out and head to the pier to board a shared speedboat four a 45-minute-plus cruise back to the mainland. We arrive at about 12.30 pm and will be met by our driver to hit the road for Phnom Penh on a 220 km, three hour journey. Upon arrival in the capital, we check-in to our hotel, with the rest of the evening at leisure to relax, or enjoy the capital’s vibrant nightlife. Lunch and dinner are at leisure. Please note: The drive is without a guide. Note: The itinerary is subject to last-minute change and modification depending on local conditions. If this occurs, we will provide an alternative activity.
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Deluxe:
•The Royal Sands Koh Rong | Ocean view villa
First Class:
•Secret Garden| Deluxe Garden View
Superior:
•Tamu | Jungle Room
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- Tours and transfers with licenced English-speaking guiding services / assistance. Other languages are on request and are subject to availability;
- Accommodation in sharing twin / double in a safari-styled tent with air-conditioning;
- Transportation for tour and transfers by air-conditioned vehicle, unless otherwise stated;
- All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the program;
- All meals as indicated in the program (food only)
Not Included
- Personal expenses such as other meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees and optional tours/ visits, unless otherwise stated;
- Any domestic / international airline tickets, airport taxes, visa fees, specific camera / video fees, additional transportation cost from and to the general pick-up / drop-off regions (such as airports, out-of-town resorts, ports, harbours and accommodation in surrounding towns);
- Any accommodation expenses of a personal nature. This includes (compulsory festive) meals and drinks, mini-bar consumption, laundry, room service, any telephone or other communication cost not mentioned in the program;
- International travel and medical insurance coverage for customers;
- Voluntary carbon emission compensation: USD 1.50 per person per day.
Payment and Cancellations
- Full payment is due 30 days prior to departure. We reserve the right to release all services in case of payment default.
- Intermediate bank charges and fees are the responsibility of the client.
- Cancellation policy: In case of cancellation, the following cancellation fees will apply:
• Between 30-15 days prior to departure - 25% of total price
• Between 14-7 days prior to departure - 50% of total price
• Less than 7 days prior to departure – 100% of total price
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8 days | Phnom Penh – Kep – Kampot – Koh Rong – Phnom Penh
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Trip duration
8 days, 7 nights
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A TRAILS CHINA / DAOCHENG
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Suite 810, SunFlower Tower
#37 Maizidian Street Chaoyang District, Chaoyang District
Beijing 100022, P.R. China
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RATES AND AVAILABILITY
All rates are quoted in RMB and are subject to change without prior notice. Inclusions and exclusions in the tour packages are indicated at the end of each itinerary. Commonly our package tour rates include accommodation, transfers, certain meals, and other tour related services. Domestic or international airfares are included where mentioned. Our tour itineraries do not include visa fees and expenses of a personal nature. The validity of our rates is November 01, 2018, until October 31, 2019, unless otherwise specified.
SERVICES
Local English speaking guides are accompanying tours and transfers in each destination. German, French, Italian, Spanish and Russian and Chinese speaking guides are available on request in major cities and subject to confirmation.
DELIVERY FEES
A delivery fee will be charged according to the distance traveled, if any train tickets are required to be delivered to clients’ hotel.
PAYMENT
Full pre-payment by bank transfer is required 30 days before the commencement of services.
Our bank account details are:
Bank Name: Bank of China Beijing JianGuoMen Wai Sub-Branch
开 户 行：中国银行北京建国门外支行
Account Name：ATC TRAVEL SERVICES (BEIJING) LTD.
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Account No.：3259 6908 9747
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Account No.：3211 6010 0100 1577 67
账号：3211 6010 0100 1577 67
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CHILD POLICY
For children aged between 2 and 11 years following rates will apply:
- Child in shared adults’ room with extra bed will pay 80% of the total package price
A maximum of two children per party is granted such a discount. Besides this general policy, specific conditions may apply case by case.
CANCELLATIONS
For cancellation of confirmed reservations, following general cancellation charges apply :
- Between 30 and 15 days prior to arrival : 20% of the total amount
- Between 15 and 7 days prior to arrival : 50% of the total amount
- Less than 7 days prior to arrival : 100% of the total amount.
Special conditions apply for cruises, beach resorts as well as for some of the boutique and landmark hotels. Expeditions and specific products may have different conditions.
Domestic and international air tickets are non-refundable once issued. You are obliged to pay full airfare (inclusive of any tax and fuel surcharge) of any cancelled tickets based on the contract rate.
PROGRAM CHANGES
We reserve the right to re-arrange the order of any tour program, to cancel or substitute elements of any tour itinerary without notice, when local conditions require such changes. All itineraries depending on domestic flight confirmations are subject to changes.
Any increase in taxes or fuel surcharges imposed by the authorities will be advised as soon as we are informed of them, and they will be added to the invoice.
Flight and train details mentioned in our itineraries are for indicative purposes only.
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COMPLAINTS AND IRREGULARITIES
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FORCE MAJEURE
During the term of this agreement, neither party shall be in default of its obligations to the extent that its performance is delayed or prevented by causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to, acts of God, natural disasters, bankruptcy of a vendor, strikes and other labor disturbances, acts of war, or civil disturbances, or other equivalent or comparable events.
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We act as an intermediary between the concerned airlines, hotels, all transport operators and local tourist offices providing the services. The Company is therefore not responsible for any loss, injury or damage sustained by the tourists, including those occurring outside the touring programs. Additional expenses incurred due to delay, accidents, natural and disaster, political actions and unrest must be borne by the tourists. Programs and prices, services and conditions are based on those valid at the time of printing and are therefore subject to change without advance notice before or during the tour. Acknowledgment and confirmation of the above-mentioned conditions is active, once clients participate in one of the provided services via us. The itinerary of the excursion, package and/or tour cannot be altered or changed without prior permission from us. We cannot be held liable if you amend the excursion and its content in your brochures or give wrong descriptions to clients that are travelling.
IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING AUTONOMOUS REGIONS IN CHINA
The Company is not responsible for any last-minute closure of specific regions or tourism sites caused by decisions taken by local or national authorities to restrict access hereto. We will provide alternative itineraries where necessary and reduce cancellation fees to a minimum, however, such imposed closures are beyond our control and constitute a case of force majeure.
The areas concerned include but are not restricted to : The Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, Tibet Autonomous Region, Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, minority regions in Qinghai and Gansu provinces.
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Travel breaks down borders and brings people together: The nearly 900 million people who travel every year make the sector one of the biggest in the world, a major employer and a key element in the global economy. But this has its downside, too: increasing pollutant emissions from the tourist traffic, loss of coastlines and other landscapes through excessive building development and sexual exploitation of children are just some of the negative consequences of the growth in global tourist travel. In order to minimize the negative impacts and enhance the positive ones, our Corporate Responsibility Strategy focuses on four prime issues:
- We increase efforts to ensure that children and adolescents in tourist areas are protected against sexual exploitation, one of the worst forms of abuse of young people today.
- We promote fair working conditions and sensibly service provider partners to social and environmental concerns.
- The supply and saving of clean water is a further key issue.
- We develop our own projects to meet the growing threat posed by climate change. Indeed, helping counter the adverse effects of global warming is one of the biggest challenges faced by the world tourist.