Day 4
On our first day in Phnom Penh, we already got bus tickets for Phnom Penh to secure a good seat in a long 6 hour drive again. We tried getting tickets from Velkommen Guesthouse (where we stayed), however, they do not offer Mekong Express bus tickets. They recommended getting in one of the travel agencies along Riverside - CTT Net Travel and Tours.
Despite our want to take Mekong Express, they do not have seats available for the early morning schedules, but they have on the 12noon trip. They recommended the new bus, Giant Ibis, which is a dollar pricer than Mekong Express. Because we want to arrive early at Siem Reap, we decided to take the Giant Ibis Transport.
Just like Mekong Express, we were picked up at 7:30am for the 7:45am trip the next day. We were afraid to be left, so we were ready by 7am and as 7:30 pass, we walked to CTT transport and ask what time we will be picked up (the advantages of walking distance from your travel agent). They called the pick up transport and we were bound for the bus after few minutes.
After presenting the receipt to the bus ticket controller, they tagged our bags and gave out our tickets. The bus is really new and more spacious than Mekong Express. The only problem is, they do not have comfort room inside the bus. Its alright, since we had several stops on the road.
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| Our ride from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap |
We believe that these bus operators, from Vietnam to Siem Reap, always have their bus stewardess/ steward. They would gladly answer your questions (eg, where's the bus station when we arrive at Siem Reap, how many more minutes before we arrive, etc) and gave out your snacks. (Yes, snacks on these bus trips are free). The best part of it all, Giant Ibis has free wifi on board.
After 6 hours and because there is no border cross, we arrived in Siem Reap. The bus stewardess asked if all passengers have their pick ups and for those who haven't, they have affliated tuktuk drivers on the bus stop. Before we leave Phnom Penh, I dropped an email to Bou Savy, indicating our bus trip schedule and our carrier. So when we finally arrive at the bus station, Mr. Dimples (we forgot to get his name) picked us up and we were on route to Bou Savy.
Next: Walking around Siem Reap
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