Allow 60–90 minutes for immigration, luggage and transfer from Siem Reap International Airport to Grand Venus La Residence. Ask hotel in advance for early check‑in or a quiet day room — you will be tired after long travel from Begusarai → Kolkata → Siem Reap.
Slow breakfast and rest in room. Prioritise naps and minimal walking today so your father (leg pain) and your pregnant wife can recover. If early check‑in is unavailable, request a luggage hold and a day room (usually low cost).
A compact, well‑presented museum (open 8:30–17:30) that gives the historical context of Angkor — a good, low‑effort way to see highlights without walking temples. Wheelchair‑accessible and air‑conditioned.
Relaxed Cambodian lunch by the river with seating suitable for elderly travellers; moderate pace and great Khmer dishes. Most restaurants open by 11:30–12:00.
Private AC car pickup for a gentle small‑circuit: Angkor Thom (Bayon), Ta Prohm and a short external view of Angkor Wat. Avoid sunrise (too early and tiring). The temples open 5:00–17:30; we recommend starting 7:30–8:00 to avoid hottest hours. The guide will shorten walking and provide shaded stops.
Late, slow morning: breakfast at hotel and pack. Keep movement minimal. Check‑out is normally 12:00 — confirm with hotel for luggage hold if you want a last rest.
Leave hotel by ~12:30 for a relaxed 90–120 minute pre‑flight arrival. Domestic flights ask for at least 60–90 minutes check‑in; account for extra time with family.
Allow customs and luggage time; transfer from Sihanoukville airport to the pier ~20–30 minutes then an approx 45–60 minute speedboat to Koh Rong. Book hotel pickup if Onederz offers it — it reduces lifting/carrying for your father.
Half‑day snorkel or glass‑bottom boat: choose a short, sheltered trip (45–90 minutes) with an operator who provides seats and shade for elderly travellers. Skip long swims — enjoy the view instead.
Night boat to swim or see bioluminescent plankton — typically 20:30–22:30. Book a private or small‑group boat with a short, calm ride and life‑jackets; elderly must be assisted on and off the boat. Conditions vary (moonlight and weather affect visibility).
A gentle boat tour visiting nearby bays and scenic spots; if you prefer minimal walking, stay on the boat and enjoy photo stops. Do not attempt long climbs to viewpoints with the 70+ father.
Take the first comfortable ferry/speedboat to Sihanoukville (allow time for 1h boat + taxi to airport). Book earlier return to make the 13:00 flight comfortably — aim for pier departure by 07:00 to land at Sihanoukville with time buffer.
Flight departs 13:00 and arrives Siem Reap 14:10; on arrival transfer to Villa Indochine De Angkor. Confirm the number of people travelling — we have allowed for all four on this flight.
Pre‑book an Apsara dinner & classical dance performance (6:30–8:30pm) at a reputable venue hotel/restaurant — it’s culturally rich and seated, perfect for elderly parents. Pickup/drop by tuk‑tuk is usually included.
Gentle breakfast; advise parents to take it slow and enjoy the hotel gardens/pool. Pregnant wife should stick to light, nourishing food and avoid heat/exertion.
Artisans d'Angkor (opens 8:00–17:00) is a seated, air‑conditioned craft workshop — good for buying quality souvenirs with little walking. You depart Siem Reap at 15:00 (book your transport).
Parents can have a 60–90 minute gentle massage at the hotel (pregnancy‑safe therapists for your wife earlier—if she stays). Alternatively, a private car half‑day to Angkor (drive‑through and short flat walks) is available; a driver reduces walking strain.
You requested to leave Siem Reap at 15:00 — ensure your airport/overland transfer is pre‑booked; if leaving Cambodia earlier than the main 25/12 flight, confirm visa/immigration checks.
Pre‑book a private car/van to collect parents at 03:00 for the international check‑in by 04:00 (you requested 03:00 pickup). Ensure luggage handling help is arranged.
See the detailed cost breakdown and grand total below (estimates). All costs are approximate — book transfers, Apsara show and bioluminescence in advance for December high season. Note: hotels & flights already booked; hotel rates below are indicative.
Airport transfers, private car for Angkor, taxis and speedboats to/from Koh Rong. Examples: SR airport pickup USD30; private car Angkor USD45; SR→airport USD25; Sihanoukville pier transfers USD15; speedboats approx USD30pp each way (4 people). Total transport estimate:
Angkor 1‑day pass USD37pp × 4 = USD148; Angkor National Museum USD12pp × 4 = USD48; private guide USD30; Koh Rong snorkel/island tours & bioluminescence ~USD25+20+20 per person; Apsara dinner & buffet ~USD35pp (parents/3 people on 23rd). Massage/spa sessions included in this line.
Estimated grand total for the whole trip (hotels, transfers, activities, meals and contingency). This excludes the international and domestic flight fares you already booked if you did prepay them — those are not added here.
1) Book speedboats and domestic flights as soon as possible (December is high season). 2) Pre‑book the Apsara show (reserve accessible seating). 3) Request hotel ground‑floor or low‑step rooms for your father and pregnancy‑safe therapists for your wife. 4) Buy the Angkor park pass at the official counter or pre‑arrange with your guide. 5) Carry basic medication, a supportive walking stick for your father and plenty of water.