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Posted Date: Tuesday 9th of January 2024
Wonderful 3days/2nights
The tour was perfectly organized: I received detailed information via email ahead of time, and it happened exactly as outlined: we got picked up in Bangkok, driven to Siam Reap and welcomed by our wonderful guide Kim who showed us everything possible in these 2 days, incl sun rise and sun set! He is very knowledgable about the history of the site, and Cambodia in general. When we had a small problem, he got involved and helped solve it immediately. Angkor Thom is a gem, and absolutely worth the trip. I recommend booking through Cambodia Travel Trails and Mr Sophoan Rath!
Written January 9, 2024
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Posted Date: Monday 8th of January 2024
We loved it
I honestly don't know where to begin. We did the very ambitious day tour from Bangkok to Siem Reap. The driver arrived for us promptly at 2 am in a very big bus. We were happy about this because that meant we would each have space to sleep. We arrived at the Thailand/Cambodia boarder a little before 6 am and were met by an english speaking guide who walked with us from the van to the boarder where we crossed alone but were met on the Cambodia side by our driver Kim. We drove about 3 hours from the boarder and arrived in Siem Reap where we picked up our tour guide (also named Kim). Tour guide Kim was absolutely amazing. We got the best photos and had a great day all because this your was so properly organized. I would definitely do it again!
Written January 8, 2024
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Posted Date: Saturday 6th of January 2024
Sara T
5+ stars, and highly recommended
A 4-day private tour from BKK to Siem Reap and back, family of 4 Canadians (parents with a young adult and older teen children).
I contacted 4 travel companies in BKK/Siem Reap with our preferred itinerary. Sophoan was the only one who not only replied promptly, but also accommodated our entire plan. The communications were top notch from the start to the end, and we were confident that we were in good hands. After the itinerary was confirmed, a US$100 deposit was required by PayPal.
One day before our trip date, Sophoan sent us a detailed email informing us of our driver names as well as the vehicle license numbers and their pictures, and the border agent name. He let us know where exactly our driver would be waiting for us at the BKK airport.
Upon arrival, exactly where we were supposed to meet with the driver, a staff member with a piece of paper with our names on it was there to meet us. She then directed us to our private van.
Our driver, Mr. Rainbow, was polite and friendly. His van was comfortable, and we felt safe with his driving. The trip to the Cambodian border (at Poi Pet) took 3 hours, including a quick washroom/gas stop en route. The washrooms were clean, with a handheld bidet, but no toilet paper provided. So make sure you have a packet of tissues on you. We were able to grab cold drinks at the cafe at the gas station.
At the border, an agent walked with us and guided us through the immigration formalities. They took our luggage across the border for us while we waited in the immigration centres (so lock/seal your bags before they leave your hands). We first had to leave Thailand, then enter Cambodia (you need to fill out a landing form). The wait was about 45 minutes at each centre when we arrived at about 2:30 on a Tuesday afternoon. No washrooms or drink vending machine there, so be prepared.
Once cleared, the border agent took us to our Cambodian driver, Mr. Sure, who waited for us with a smile and bottles of cold water. It was a treat. The ride to Siem Reap took 2 and a half hours (only about 150 kms away, but slow roads), including a washroom stop.
We stayed at the Courtyard by Marriott Siem Reap Resort (which we cannot recommend enough). Our tour guide, Mr. Kim Sophatt, met with us at the hotel and gave us the guidelines of what was to happen in the next 3 days. As it was just the 4 of us, we were able to switch the itinerary around to suit our schedules, as well as the time Mr. Kim suggested would be best to visit each location (i.e. Angkor Wat at sunrise and early morning, Ta Prohm I’m in the afternoon, etc).
During the following 3 days, we spent most of our time with Mr. Kim and Mr. Sure, and both were such a delight. Mr. Kim is a very knowledgeable and experienced tour guide (20 years in the business), but what we loved most about him is the pride he has for his heritage, history, and country, and his friendliness and the wonderful sense of humour. Both he and Mr. Sure always had a smile on their faces, and laughed easily. They both made our trip very enjoyable.
As we chose to not have meals included in our package (picky eaters), we relied on Mr. Kim and the hotel for restaurant recommendations. Lunches were normally at restaurants near our sightseeing spots, but we had options for dinner. After having been eating Asian food for 10 days prior to our arrival in Cambodia, we opted for Big Boy Burger and got our bacon craving fixed. We enjoyed the breakfast buffet at the Courtyard Resort, dinner buffet and dance show at Amazon Angkor, and our fine dining at the beautiful PT Restaurant, but for food and service, our favourite on this trip was Khmer Duerm.
As for the tour itself, a lot of walking, and a lot of climbing (optional). Our kids would like to visit the waterfall, so that was a 1.8 km hike up the mountain each way. We must commend Mr. Kim for accompanying on this hike. He could just simply point us the way and wait at the bottom of the mountain, but he did not. Our kids really enjoyed the waterfall, as there was no one else there. It was our family private pool while we were there. We borrowed the pool towels from the hotel when we went, and there was a washroom for us to change in and out of the bathing suits at the bottom of the mountain.
I won’t go into the details of the temple tour, but I wanted to say that most wall carvings were from the story of Ramayana. If you know the book, you will appreciate the history of all the temples a lot more.
On the 4th day, we said good bye to Mr. Kim after lunch. Mr. Sure drove us back yo the border, also 2 and a half hours with one washroom break. The border agent met with us and walked us through the formalities again. This time there was no lines leaving Cambodia, but again 45 minutes at the Thai border. We had to fill out a landing form as well. After that, our border agent took us to our van, and we met up with Mr. Rainbow again. We got to BKK on Friday evening. Traffic was nonexistent until about a half an hour before we hit our hotel by the BKK airport.
All in all, a very memorable trip thanks in the most part to the organization of Sophoan, the expertise of Mr. Kim (who is a wonderful photographer, by the way), and the friendliness of our drivers and border agents. We highly recommend this company, as we’re already planning a return trip with other family members.
Written January 6, 2024
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Posted Date: Tuesday 26th of December 2023
BEST TOUR COMPANY AND BEST GIUDE AND DRIVERS EVER
From the start to end everything was just perfect
We did 2 days private tour from Bangkok to Siam Reap and back with drop off directly at the airport Bkk
Communication before booking, planning and timing during the tour were absolutely amazing
Thearith Moeun was the perfect guide!! Amazing funny guy he takes us to the bests spots and tells about the Khmer and Angkor way history, answering to all our questions
If you like to have good memories of your trip Thearith will tell you the bests spot for taking picture and he will be taking a lot of perfect pictures for you
We had so much fun with him and our driver Kim ( always in time and always available )
Ask for them if you want to have the best time ever while in Siem Reap
Also the transfer through the boarder and immigration was smooth and easy with all the people working for the agency and helping you from both sides
THANK YOU VERY MUCH FOR EVERYTHING
We will miss you guys and the beautiful Cambodia
Written December 26, 2023
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Posted Date: Wednesday 1st of November 2023
An awesome tour guide and great photographer!
Mr. Kim was an awesome guide! He was very thorough on explaining each site and the history of the Angkor empire. He was very patient being my guide and accommodating to all of my needs including helping me take photos. Angkor temples requires a lot of trekking and he made sure I was well hydrated! He knew all the ways to navigate to avoid the large crowds! Highly recommend this tour if you want hassle free guidance!
Date of experience: October 2023
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Posted Date: Monday 25th of September 2023
Excellent tour from Bangkok to Angkor Wat
We went to Siem Reap from Bangkok for 3-day tour. The service was excellent. Sophoan replies very fast to coordinate all the tour details. The transfer to and across the border was smooth. The Cambodian driver Kim was very nice and once we arrived in Siem Reap we met our guide, Kim. He is a very energetic and motivated person that will take you all the way and tell you about Angkor Wat’s history. The hotel us very good. Kim is an excellent guide! Angkor Wat is a must. Simply amazing place. Overall, very happy that decided to take this tour with this company.
Date of experience: September 2023
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Posted Date: Thursday 31st of August 2023
Two-day, seamless whirlwind trip from Bangkok to Siem Reap and back
The tour operator is too easy to work with in making reservations. Driver from Bangkok to border very cordial and good driver. Assistant at border crossing nice, helpful, and efficient.
Tour guide Mr. Kim and his driver Mr. Khim were fantastic. Mr. Kim can give you as much information as you can absorb. He is proud of Khmer history and Cambodia's wonders. He will encourage you to stay more than a few days and is full of plans for how to get the most out of your visit to Cambodia. His sense of humor is fantastic.
And photographer - WOW! I usually don't care about stuff like that, but Kim knows all the best places to take pictures and is pro with the iPhone.
Unless you really know the area and have a specific plan to execute, just inform your operator in advance what you want to see/do and then let him make the plan. He recommended all kinds of restaurants, activities, etc. that we never would have thought of. E.g., we should have gone with hotel reservations at hotel the tour operator recommended rather than booking it separately, and talk to him about where to get a massage (not your hotel, necessarily).
We wish that we had more time in Siem Reap with Mssrs. Kim and Khim!
Date of experience: August 2023
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Posted Date: Monday 28th of August 2023
friendly, knowledgeable guide!
tldr: phenomenal tour! friendly guide provides a wealth of information, cold water, and smiles!
long version: my sister toured angkor wat over 10 years ago with sophoan. i reached out via email for info and he got back to me within 12 hours. (in fact, all of my emailed inquiries were answered within 12 hours!) he was unable to take us personally but he set me up with his peer, kim. kim and our driver (i am unsure of how to spell his name - mr ghim?) picked us up at 5am from our hotel. they expertly brought us through angkor wat and the other major points of interest in the area. kim was very knowledgeable and patient, answering any questions had. he was very jovial, good humored, and friendly. kim took us to many fantastic photo points, and gave great tips on how to get the best pictures. he also took many pics for us - definitely has an eye for photography! kim and our driver also gave us adequate breaks for lunch and bathroom.
overall, we couldn’t have been more pleased with the tour! thank you to kim, ghim, and sophoan!!
Date of experience: August 2023
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