Cambodia Unearthed

Free and Easy Traveler invites you to explore the wonders of Cambodia. Indulge in Cambodia’s rich history, vibrant Buddhist traditions and explore one of the most ancient cities in the world.

Cambodia is full of natural beauty and wonder. The humid weather, tropical wildlife and crossing paths with some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet, are just a few things you’ll experience whilst visiting Cambodia.

In the depths of Cambodia, in a stretch of greenery the size of Paris, lies the ancient City of Angkor Wat. Also known as The Lost City, Angkor’s breathtaking ruins are commonly known as one of the world’s greatest kingdoms. The city was abandoned by its inhabitants over 500 years ago and since then, the lively jungle has tangled its tendrils around the ruins, creating an impressive visual feast. The large moat that surrounds the ancient land, hundreds of temples within the ancient city, along with the monuments, make Angkor Wat a fairytale location that will leave you speechless.

Cambodia is home to beautiful beaches that will make you feel like you’ve arrived in Paradise…

As well as having rich ancient history, Cambodia is home to beautiful beaches that will make you feel like you’ve arrived in Paradise. With Cambodia not being an obvious location for beach visits, the white sands that stretch along the coastline and tropical islands are some of the least-visited areas of South-East Asia, offering peace and tranquility to all visitors. Sandwiched between Thailand and Vietnam, these beaches are just as incredible as the ones found in their sibling countries. Surrounded by a handful of beach huts, limestone cliffs and crystal clear waters, this is unlike any other beach experience.

Another aspect to Cambodia that makes it such an unforgettable experience is crossing paths with the locals, also known as Khmers. After gaining a dark history of brutality, horror and war, the Khmers are inspiringly humble and will always have a heart-warming smile across their face to welcome you. Learn more about their short and devastating war history through museums and walk through The Killing Fields in Phnom Penh for a taste of the very tapestry that shadows this country.

A collection of mass graves to more than a million victims, The Killing Fields are the result of the Communist regime back in the mid to late 70s, happening straight after the Cambodian Civil War. Visiting the site of this genocide is a massively sobering experience for all.

Enjoy a beer with the locals…

However, to lift your spirits, you can sit down and enjoy a beer with the locals who are happy to share the history of Cambodia with you. Here, the Khmers will infect you with their optimism and inspire you with their fun-loving way of living, they are unbreakable.

Other activities that travellers can take part in whilst in Cambodia is an ethical elephant trek in the greenery. Sharing this adventure with new people in your group alongside experienced guides makes this an unforgettable experience.

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With Free and Easy Traveler you can also experience the neighbouring countries of Thailand and Laos on many of their packages – including a shopping day in Bangkok, Thai food cooking lessons and even experiencing a couple of nights sleeping in hill top huts (just like the locals!)

Lengths of trips around Cambodia (combined with Thailand and Laos) with Free and Easy travel start from 25 days all the way up to a whopping four months! Prices start from $2,490 USD for shorter trips, all the way up $10,620 USD for the more full experience. With some trips not departing until 2017, book now and give yourself plenty of time to save those pennies!

Free and Easy offer a 25 or 40-day experience when it comes to their Laos, Thailand and Cambodia tours. The 25-day experience starts at $1990 USD. With some trips not departing until 2017, book now and give yourself plenty of time to save those pennies!

If you like to sound of this Cambodian adventure, head to www.freeandeasytraveler.com and see what other epic adventures are on offer.

By Izzy Minogue-Corps