Inside Vietnam & Cambodia with Tour Manager, Tim
21/02/2025 · By Tim Hall
Get the expert’s perspective on Vietnam & Cambodia with this insight from a Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager. Discover the experiences of our Grand Tour.
Read moreThe name 'Siem Reap' refers to the centuries-old conflict between the Siamese (now Thailand) and the Khmer people. Literally translated, Siem Reap means 'Flat defeat of Siam'. Today, Siem Reap is a vibrant city at the gateway to the Angkor region, with a charming city centre. The Old French Quarter is a delightful blend of colonial and Chinese influences.
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Discover the delights of Vietnam and Cambodia on this incredible grand tour, travelling overland from bustling Hanoi to the ancient temples of Siem Reap. Delight in the beauty of Halong Bay on an overnight cruise, and ride the Reunification Express train along Vietnam's coast, visiting illuminating Hue and Nha Trang's tropical beaches, before...
Join us for an amazing 18-day expedition through southeast Asia, exploring the wonders of Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and Cambodia. From Bangkok's gleaming golden temples and tranquil waterways, head into the Thai countryside to uncover the emotive past of the bridge on the River Kwai. Journey through Laos by modern train to mystical Luang Prabang to...
Surrounding Siem Reap is the Angkor Archaeological Park, which stretches across an area of 154 square miles (400 square kilometres). Within the park are the remains of several former capitals of the Khmer Empire. The most celebrated of these former capitals is the Angkor Wat temple complex. Built as the capital of the empire by King Suryavarman in the early 12th century, Angkor Wat is the symbol of Cambodia and even appears on the national flag.