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Cambodia Golf Packages

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Why Diethelm Golf?

Awarded Best Travel Agency in Thailand by TTG Asia for the last four years and named as Best Tour Operator at the 2009 World Travel Awards, Diethelm Golf brings unrivalled credentials to the world of golf in Asia-Pacific.

We have personally evaluated and constantly monitor hundreds of golf courses across the region.

We recommend and offer only those courses and which can offer the standards of course maintenance, respect for the environment, quality of service and the playing experience our clients expect.

Our service includes the selection and constant monitoring of hotels, transportation providers and other suppliers to ensure all of our clients enjoy a memorable golfing experience in all of the countries in which we operate.

We are “Trade only” – do not sell direct to the consumer and we do not have a consumer website We offer a “One Stop Shop” which enables bookings to golf resorts at any of our golf locations to be booked through our dedicated golf division.

We offer an online booking facility through our B2B website offering instant confirmation.

All of our staff are committed to help you create a memorable golf holiday experience.

Cambodia - Overview

Most people visit Siem Reap to see the amazing temple complex of Angkor Wat which is well worth dragging yourself off the golf course for at least one day. Siem Reap seems to have avoided much of the rampant commercialism that has blighted many of Asia’s other leading resorts and it still has a distinctly French colonial feeling with tree-lined streets and bicycle powered ”Tuk Tuks” to transport you around. Apart from endless temples in various states of ruin, you can also visit the vast inland lake of Tonle Sap with its floating villages and abundant birdlife.

What is less well known is that Siem Reap is also home to two of the best golf courses in the region. In early 2007 the Sofitel Phokeethra Country Club was opened, and then Nick Faldo opened the Angkor Golf Resort in 2008– which is not only the best course in Cambodia but probably one of the best maintained courses in the Asia-Pacific region. In 2009 Siem Reap’s third course, the Siem Reap Lake Golf Resort opened and a fourth course designed by Jack Nicklaus is also being constructed.

The Best Time To Play Golf in Cambodia

You can visit Cambodia at any time of year. December and January is the best time, when there is little or no rainfall and low humidity. From early February the temperature starts rising until it peaks in April when the temperature often exceeds 40째C. The monsoon rains arrive sometime in May or June and last through until October although it does not rain all the time and most days have bright sunny spells.

Visas All Foreign Visitors are now able to obtain the Cambodia visa upon arrival at the airport. You no longer need to get your visa stamped at the Cambodian Embassy before you arrive. Before you arrive you wll need to have the following documents: A Passport Photocopy; 1 photos (3 x 4 cm); US$ 20 cash for tourist visa fee (paid directly to the immigration).

Siem Reap Golf : 4 days/3 nights

DAY 1: BANGKOK – SIEM REAP (-/-/-) Arrive at Siem Reap International Airport and transfer to the hotel (rooms may not be ready until afternoon).

Rest of the day at leisure (no car and guide provided).

Lunch and dinner are at your own account. Accommodation at hotel of your choice.

DAY 2: SIEM REAP (B/-/-) Breakfast at hotel.

Transfer by hotel transfer to Phokeethra Country Club, for 18 holes.

After golf, transfer back to your hotel.

Lunch and dinner are at your own account. Accommodation at hotel of your choice.

DAY 3: SIEM REAP (B/L/-) Breakfast at hotel.

Full day tour of the Angkor Wat Temple complex including lunch (See next page for details of tour) Dinner at your own account. Accommodation at hotel of your choice.

DAY 4: SIEM REAP – BANGKOK (B/-/-) Breakfast at hotel.

Transfer to Angkor Golf Resort for 18 holes.

After golf, transfer to the airport for your evening flight back to Bangkok.

See separate price list

Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat Day Tour (Day 3) In the morning we will take you to the most famous of all the temples: Angkor Wat. Built in the 12th century, this huge temple complex covers an area of 81 hectares and is considered by archeologists and historians to be the best example of classical Khmer architecture and art.

Angkor Wat’s five towers symbolize the five peaks of Meru and the surrounding wall represents the mythical mountains at the edges of the world and the moat which surrounds the temple, the ocean beyond it.

Lunch is served at local restaurant.

Visit the South Gate , the old capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), Bayon temple with its more than 50 towers covered in 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. View the sunset over the temples of Angkor Wat.

Siem Reap Hotels

Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra is a five-star resort within easy reach of the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat and is consistently recognized as one of the best hotels in Siem Reap. Inspired by a mixture of French and Khmer designs the resort features include lush green gardens, ponds and a very large free form swimming pool. Other facilities include a spa, five restaurants and two bars. The large rooms are stylishly designed with comfort in mind with all the amenities your would expect..

Somadevi Angkor Hotel A great location in the middle of the town within easy reach of most of the attractions and only 15 minutes from the airport. The 150 elegantly furnished rooms, each have a balcony with views over the city or gardens. Other facilities include Devi Lobby Lounge, Somadevi CafĂŠ, Charlie Pub, Poolside Bar Bayon Spa & Health Club ( Gym, Sauna, Steam and Jacuzzi ) and Swimming Pool with Jacuzzi.

Siem Reap Golf Courses

Angkor Golf Resort - As you would expect from a course designed by Nick Faldo, Angkor Golf Resort has been shaped and molded to his exacting standards with hardly a blade of grass out of place. Faldo is renowned for setting a severe challenge at the courses he designs and this is no exception measuring 7279 yards, par 72. Low handicappers will enjoy the challenge and for less proficient players, as long as you venture from the forward tees then you will also enjoy it. The course maintenance is immaculate with the green paspallum grass. .

Phokeethra Country Club - The wide, inviting fairways and large greens are set in the midst of a delightful natural setting of lagoons, streams and dramatically shaped sand traps. The course provides a mixture of tough par 3s, well designed par 4s and par 5s which require you to think your way round if you are to score well. The course is usually in very good condition year round and the surrounding views and the birds and wildlife make this course a delight to play.

The Siem Reap Lake Golf Club - is the latest golf course to be opened in Siem Reap. As it’s quite new the course is a bit featureless but it will improve as the course matures and the Korean owners have ambitious plans to develop the resort.

There is a lot of water and some of the creeks that criss-cross the fairways are difficult to spot but the fairways are quite generous and the greens pretty big which evens things out. The course is in great condition with a huge clubhouse with excellent facilities.

Golf Tips

Dress Code: Courses in Asia are not usually overzealous about clothing but to be safe wear shirts with collars and ensure you have the proper footwear with rubber spikes.

Caddies: You will have a pay a caddie’s fee at all courses and you will be expected to pay a tip in cash direct to the caddie. It’s entirely up to you but US$10-15 is usual practice depending on the service you receive. If you are really unhappy with the caddie please note the number and advise us.

Sun Protection: Please ensure you use sufficient sun block to protect yourself against the very strong sun in Thailand. The best protection is to use your umbrella as a sunshade. It’s also possible to hire a second caddie to hold the umbrella.

Dehydration: In warm or humid conditions you may need to drink more than usual to continue to ensure your body functions properly. It is advisable to drink some water before you start playing to ensure that your body is properly hydrated at all times. If you are feeling thirsty, that is a sure sign that your body has already lost too much liquid and you should take a drink immediately. All courses have regular drinks kiosks so please use them.

Golf Tips

Change of Clothes: All courses have well-equipped locker rooms so you can shower and change after your game so remember to take a change of clothes with you. Lockers are free of charge, but do not leave anything valuable inside – also it is customary to give a small tip to the attendant.

Golf Carts: Some courses are walking only and do not allow golf carts and at the courses that do permit them they may not be available during busy periods so please ensure that you request one in advance. Also it’s strictly one cart per person at most courses and depending on the weather you may have to stay on the cart path.

Non-Golfing Guests: If you want to bring a non-playing companion on the course please check with us first as not all courses allow this and they may also make a charge.

Equipment: You can hire clubs, shoes and umbrellas at most courses although the standards do vary and it may not always be the latest equipment.

Diethelm Travel Group

Diethelm Travel is part of the Swiss organisation Diethelm Keller Group, which has operated international businesses with emphasis on Asia for almost a century and a half.

Having an unblemished track record in the travel industry is a hallmark of our success. Diethelm Travel has been operating with distinction for more than 50 years in this diverse and dynamic region. Our customers and suppliers trust us implicitly with their business.

With our history of delivering creative travel experiences and serving our customers with care, Diethelm Travel has sculptured a travel brand recognised and respected the world over.

Diethelm Travel's geographic spread covers twelve countries through 29 offices, welcoming almost 500,000 customers from more than 103 countries and territories to the region.

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