Embark on a 6-day immersive journey through Cambodia, where ancient history meets vibrant modern culture. Explore the grandeur of Angkor Wat, witness the enigmatic Bayon Temple, and reflect on Cambodia’s past at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Killing Fields. Experience authentic local life with visits to traditional stilt houses, floating villages, and local farms. Indulge in Khmer cuisine while supporting community-driven social enterprises. This tour offers a perfect blend of historical exploration, cultural immersion, and natural beauty.
Tour Highlight
- Experience Cambodia’s historical significance through visits to the S21 Museum and Killing Fields, offering crucial insights into the country’s past
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Angkor temples with local expertise, featuring optional sunrise views and traditional monk blessings
- Support community development by dining at The Spoon, a training restaurant empowering disadvantaged students with hospitality skills
- Discover the unique architecture of Kampong Phluck’s stilt houses and surrounding mangrove forests
- Immerse in authentic rural life with a village tour and intimate sunset drinks at a local family’s traditional stilt home
Tour Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival in Phnom Penh – The Capital’s Heritage
Welcome to Cambodia! Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, you will be greeted and transferred to your hotel. Take time to relax or explore the riverside promenade before joining your group for a welcome dinner featuring Cambodian delicacies like fish amok and beef lok lak.
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Phnom Penh
Meals:
- Dinner
Included Activities:
- Complimentary airport transfer
- Welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Day 2: Phnom Penh – Historical & Cultural Insights
Start the day with a visit to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, home to Cambodia’s monarchy. Continue to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, where you will learn about Cambodia’s tragic past under the Khmer Rouge regime. After lunch, visit Wat Phnom, the city’s founding temple, and take an optional sunset cruise on the Mekong River.
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Phnom Penh
Meals:
- Breakfast
Included Activities:
- Visit to the Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
- Guided tour of Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Killing Fields
- Visit to Wat Phnom
Optional Activities: - Mekong River Sunset Cruise
Day 3: Phnom Penh to Siem Reap – A Scenic Journey
Depart for Siem Reap via a scenic drive, stopping at Skun Market to sample local delicacies. Enjoy lunch at Santuk Silk Farm, a social enterprise supporting local weavers. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, take a guided orientation walk to explore the Old Market, filled with handicrafts, silks, and street food stalls. Spend the evening at leisure, perhaps catching a traditional shadow puppet performance.
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Siem Reap
Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities:
- Visit to Skun Market
- Lunch at Santuk Silk Farm
- Siem Reap orientation walk
Optional Activities: - Traditional Khmer shadow puppet show
Day 4: Siem Reap – Angkor Wat & Sacred Rituals
Rise early for an optional sunrise visit to Angkor Wat before joining a guided exploration of the Angkor complex, including Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm. Take part in a monk blessing ceremony, an ancient tradition believed to bring good fortune. Lunch will be at Spoons Restaurant, a training school for underprivileged youth. In the afternoon, return to Angkor Wat for a guided tour and enjoy an optional sunset view.
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Siem Reap
Meals:
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities:
- Guided tour of Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm
- Monk blessing ceremony
- Lunch at Spoons Restaurant
Optional Activities:
- Sunrise at Angkor Wat
- Sunset at Angkor Wat
Day 5: Floating Villages & Local Encounters
This morning, visit the floating village of Kampong Phluck, where houses are built on stilts above the Tonle Sap Lake. Learn about the daily life of local fishermen and experience a boat ride through the mangrove forests (seasonal). In the afternoon, head to a countryside village to meet a local family, explore their farm, and learn about rural life. End the day with sunset drinks at a traditional stilt house before a farewell dinner at a local Khmer restaurant.
Accommodation:
- Hotel in Siem Reap
Meals:
- Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities:
- Visit to Kampong Phluck floating village
- Countryside village tour
- Sunset drinks with a local family
- Farewell dinner
Optional Activities:
- Traditional Khmer massage
- Angkor Zipline Adventure
Day 6: Departure from Siem Reap
After breakfast, enjoy free time to explore Siem Reap at your leisure before your airport transfer. If you wish to extend your stay, we can assist with additional arrangements.
Meals:
- Breakfast
Included Activities:
- Complimentary departure transfer