Cambodia Travel

Day 1: Phnom Penh Arrival

Welcome to Phnom Penh Capital City. Phnom Penh is the capital and most populous city in Cambodia. Phnom Penh has been the national capital since the French colonization of Cambodia and has grown to become the nation’s economic, industrial, and cultural center.

Upon arrival inside the arrival terminal of Phnom Penh International Airport, look for our tour guide at the arrival counter holding a signboard with your names on it. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in (early check-in is not included and depends on the hotel’s availability). Enjoy free time at your own leisure. In the late afternoon, we will visit Wat Phnom, a historic hilltop temple, and Wat Ounalom, an important Buddhist monastery. Afterwards, you will enjoy a boat ride along the Mekong River to view the sunset. The day concludes with a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Welcome dinner
Accommodation: Baitang Hotel (deluxe city view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 2: Phnom Penh City Tour

Breakfast at the hotel, and then we will start the day with a visit to Independence Monument, which is a symbol of Cambodia’s independence; followed by the Royal Palace, the residence of the King and a stunning example of Khmer architecture; then the National Museum, home to a rich collection of Angkorian artifacts; and the Central Market, a bustling market offering local goods and souvenirs. Lunch will be at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, we will visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former prison used during the Khmer Rouge regime, and the Cheoung Ek Killing Fields, a site of mass executions and a poignant reminder of Cambodia’s tragic history. Afterwards, we will return to the hotel for free leisure time. Dinner is at your own

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Baitang Hotel (deluxe city view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 3: Phnom Penh – Ta Keo – Kep – Kampong

Breakfast at the hotel. We will transfer to Kampot with stopovers along the way to visit the Tonle Bati Temples in Ta Keo province. Then, continue to Kampong Trach to see the natural cave. Afterward, enjoy lunch in Kep city. In the afternoon, visit the Salt Field and Pepper Plantation before checking in at your hotel in Kampot. Late in the afternoon, take a stroll along the city’s riverside, followed by an authentic dinner at a local restaurant.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Castle Bayview Kampot Hotel (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 4: Kampot – Buddha Kiri – Kampong Chhnang

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to visit the Buddha Kiri in Trapaing Skea village, a small hill featuring around 2,000 golden Buddha statues surrounding 199 steps leading up to an impressive ten-meter statue. Afterward, enjoy a homemade lunch at a local house. Then, continue the journey to visit Phnom Oudong, the historic royal capital with pagodas and stupas. Finally, check-in at Farmhouse Smiling Gecko, a social enterprise that combines sustainable farming, community development, and eco-tourism, providing a peaceful retreat amidst nature. The rest of the evening is free at leisure, and dinner will be on your own

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Farmhouse Smiling Gecko (deluxe Khmer Bungalow) or a similar standard hotel

Day 5: Kampong Chhnang – Pottery Village

Breakfast at the hotel. We will transfer to visit Kampong Chhnang Market, located on the Tonle Sap Riverbank, which is full of fresh fish products and other local goods. Next, we visit a local family that makes pottery for a living; our guide will assist you in interacting with the family and explaining the entire process of transforming clay into finished products. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then return to the farmhouse. The rest of the afternoon is for walking around the farmhouse, learning about the farm’s activities, swimming, or relaxing. Dinner is at your own expense.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Farmhouse Smiling Gecko (deluxe Khmer Bungalow) or a similar standard hotel

Day 6: Kamong Chhnang – Kampong Cham – Han Cheay

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive through Long Veak, which was Cambodia’s capital before Phnom Penh; although all the buildings are gone today, your guide can explain the history of Cambodia during this area. Then, continue to Prek Dam to visit the Silver Smith community, where many families have been making and selling silver items for generations, which is quite interesting. Next, we will drive to Kampong Cham for lunch. Afterward, visit Wat Han Cheay before reaching Han Cheay Bambo Resort, a peaceful retreat built on a small hill offering the best views of the Mekong River. The late afternoon is free for you to relax, enjoy activities like yoga or swimming at the resort.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Han Cheay Bamboo Resort (bungalow room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 7: Han Cheay – Kratie

Breakfast at the hotel. We will drive to Prek Kampi in Kratie to see the rare Mekong Irrawaddy dolphins, then return to Kratie city center for lunch. Afterward, cross the Mekong River by local ferry to Koh Trong Island, where you’ll experience a homestay with a local family. In the late afternoon, enjoy a leisurely bicycle ride around the village, visiting farms and local families, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way. In the evening, savor a traditional Khmer dinner and spend the night with your host family in a wooden Khmer-style house.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Homestay or a similar standard hotel

Day 8: Kratie – Mondulkiri

Cross the Mekong River by a local ferry to the mainland of Kratie city for breakfast at a local restaurant. After breakfast, continue your journey to Sen Monorom, the capital of Mondulkiri Province. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then check in at the hotel for some refreshment. In the afternoon, explore the town by driving around to view various scenic spots of the Mondulkiri Hills, featuring lush green grass and beautiful views. Visit the sunset viewpoint at one of the best highland spots to enjoy the breathtaking scenery. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: KNN Mondulkiri Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 9: Mondulkiri – Elephant Valley

After breakfast at the hotel, our guide and driver will transfer you to the Elephant Project office, where you will join others to travel to the elephant habitat. There, you will walk alongside the elephants to learn about their family structures and behavior. A lunchbox will be provided at the site. In the late afternoon, you’ll return to the city, and then transfer back to your hotel for relaxation. Dinner is at your own

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: KNN Mondulkiri Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 10: Mondulkiri – Ratanakiri

After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Banlung, the capital city of Ratanakiri. Along the way, we’ll stop to visit Busra Waterfall, known as the most beautiful waterfall in Cambodia. After enjoying the waterfall, we will continue to Banlung for lunch, then proceed to check in at your hotel to relax. In the afternoon, we’ll visit Leak Lom Lake and take a drive around the city to explore its sights. Dinner at the local restaurant

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Terres Rouges Lodge (superior room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 11: Ratanakiri Tribe Villages

After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Veun Sai village, where you will meet Hill Tribe villagers, interact with them, and learn about their cultures. Then, we will take a boat ride further to an authentic, less-visited village, walking through the community to visit interesting ancient cemeteries in the tribal villages of Kachok and Koh Piek. Continuing our boat trip, we will visit Chinese and Laos villages to observe residents living simple lifestyles, and tour their traditional medical centers, where they produce medicines using ancient methods with natural ingredients such as tree roots, leaves, flowers, and bark. You may ask questions about healing and sickness before we head back to Banlung. En route, we will stop at a site where locals search for gemstones and gold mines. Dinner is at your own

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Terres Rouges Lodge (superior room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 12: Ratanakiri – Stung Treng

After breakfast, we will travel to Stung Treng, the northernmost city of Cambodia near the Laos border. We will then explore Koh Han with a boat ride and kayaking to visit its flooded forest. In the late afternoon, we return to Stung Treng for the night and dinner at the hotel.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mekong Bird Resort (superior room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 13: Stung Treng – Koh Ker – Sraem

Start your day with breakfast on the island. Then head to Sopheak Mitt Waterfall, located at the Laos border along the Mekong River. Continue to Preah Vihear City for lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, visit the UNESCO World Heritage temples of Koh Ker, known for its outstanding Khmer architecture and mysterious carvings, drive to Sraem for overnight. Dinner at a local restaurant

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Preah Vihear Boutique Hotel (superior room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 14: Sraem – Preah Vihear Temple – Siem Reap

Early morning, we depart to visit Preah Vihear Temple. En route, stop at Preah Vihear Museum to learn about its history and the Khmer kings who built it. Continue to the border crossing at Phnom Dangrek via a 4WD ride to visit Preah Vihear Temple, situated on the hilltop at the Thailand border. Afterwards, visit Ta Mok House in An Long Veng, then enjoy lunch on the way back to Siem Reap. On the way, stop to visit Banteay Srei Temple, renowned for its exquisite carvings. Check-in at the hotel and enjoy free leisure time. In the late afternoon, your guide will walk you to a local restaurant for dinner, followed by a stroll around Siem Reap’s walking area, including Pub Street and the night market, before returning to the hotel.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban Resort (deluxe garden view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 15: Siem Reap – Free at leisure

Breakfast at the hotel. Today is a free day to relax or explore Siem Reap City at your own pace. It is a beautiful and safe city with many restaurants, bars, massage places, and souvenir shops, providing plenty of options to enjoy your day.

Included for the day:
Transport: None
Tour guide: None
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban Resort (deluxe garden view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 16: Siem Reap – Sunrise & Angkor Temples

At 5:00 am, our guide and driver will pick you up to drive to the main artificial lake of Srah Srang to watch the sunrise. Your guide will find the perfect spot for you to wait and witness the sun rising on the other side of the lake, creating a stunning and tranquil scene reflected in the water. After sunrise, beat the crowds early at 7:00 am with a visit to the picturesque Ta Prohm, a temple nearly swallowed by the jungle, overgrown with roots that create an eerily haunting and exotic scene. The magnificent roots of ancient trees pushing between the massive stone blocks evoke feelings that may stay with you forever. Your breakfast box from the hotel will be arranged at a local cafe, where you can enjoy a cup of coffee before we continue to explore the intricately carved Khmer ruins at Angkor Wat, one of the world’s most impressive archaeological sites. The temple is renowned for its exquisite Apsara carvings and detailed Angkorian-era art. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, explore the mysterious Royal City of Angkor Thom. Highlights include the Bayon Temple, with its 54 towers and massive stone faces. At first glance, it appears as a shapeless mass of stone, but upon closer inspection, you’ll notice the serene faces gazing out with half-closed eyes, conveying a silent, enigmatic presence from a primitive and remote era. Next, visit the surrounding complex, including Baphuon Temple, Elephant Terraces, Lepper King Terrace, and the Royal Palace area, offering a deeper insight into the grandeur of Angkor’s ancient civilization. Return to the hotel in town at about 3.30 pm

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban Resort (deluxe garden view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 17: Siem Reap – Phnom Kulen & Beng Mealea

Our guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Siem Reap and drive approximately one hour and 30 minutes, covering about 55 km, to Phnom Kulen, a sacred mountain and the birthplace of the Khmer Empire in the early 9th century. Phnom Kulen is an important spiritual site, renowned for its historical significance, lush landscapes, and religious relics. Explore the famous 1000 Lingas carved into the riverbed, visit the Reclining Buddha statue, and enjoy the scenic waterfalls, including the impressive Phnom Kulen Waterfall, a popular spot for relaxation and swimming amidst natural beauty. After exploring Phnom Kulen and lunch, continue your journey to Beng Mealea, a sprawling jungle temple built in the early 12th century, often called the “Lost Temple.” Overgrown with vegetation, Beng Mealea offers a sense of adventure and discovery, with crumbling stone structures and crossing vines. Spend time exploring the mysterious ruins before heading back to Siem Reap in the late afternoon.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban Resort (deluxe garden view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 18: Siem Reap – Village Cooking Class & Tonle Sap Lake Boat Ride

Our guide and driver will pick you up from the hotel and transfer you to a remote village, where you will be welcomed by villagers and enjoy an ox-cart ride for about 10-20 minutes around the village. You will walk through the village to see daily activities such as weaving, working in rice fields, and tending vegetable gardens. Later, you’ll stop at a traditional Khmer house where the hosts will teach you how to cook three Cambodian dishes, which you can enjoy afterward. In the afternoon, continue to Tonle Sap Lake to take a boat ride through the floating villages, providing an interesting opportunity to learn about the unique lifestyle of people living on floating houses, with floating shops, schools, and more. Discover how this vast lake, covering 12 square kilometers, is the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. Finally, return to your hotel in Siem Reap in the late afternoon

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban Resort (deluxe garden view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 19: Siem Reap – Battambang

Breakfast at the hotel.
We travel from Siem Reap to Battambang, stopping along the way to sample grilled rat and deep-fried bugs for the adventurous, or alternatively to sticky rice with papaya salad or grilled chicken. Upon arrival in Battambang, we visit the local market and a museum that was formerly the provincial hall, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, check in to your hotel for some refreshment. The afternoon includes visiting an ancient Khmer house, enjoying a bamboo train ride, touring a wine factory, and visiting Phnom Sampeu Mountain, where you can relax with a cold beer or coconut drink at the mountain’s base while waiting to watch thousands of bats flying out of the cave at dusk. We then return to Battambang for overnight.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Maisons Wat Kor (Lotus room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 20: Battambang – Samlout – Veal Veang

After breakfast at the hotel, we will drive to Veal Veng in the top hill of the Cardamom Mountain Range. En route, we will stop in Samlout, known for the best durian farms in Cambodia; locals also cultivate other fruits there. We will visit a durian farm to sample seasonal fruits, which may include durian, papaya, mango, pineapple, or rambutan. Afterward, we proceed to Pramouy for lunch before continuing to Veal Veng. Upon arrival, you will check into the hotel, then enjoy free time to relax, take a leisure walk, or swim in the hotel pool. Dinner at a local restaurant

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Hidden Leaf Resort (superior room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 21: Veal Veang – Osoam – Koh Sdach (Koh Kong)

After breakfast at the resort on the top hill, we will drive to Koh Kong, famed for its beautiful rainforest with stunning viewpoints along the Cardamom Mountain Range. The drive includes a few stops for local coffee breaks and photo opportunities. Arriving in Koh Kong around noon, we’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant within Peam Krasop Wildlife Sanctuary, then take a boat ride through Southeast Asia’s largest mangrove forest and enjoy views of the open ocean at the border with Thailand. Afterward, we continue driving to Koh Sdach, a peaceful fishing island known for its pristine beaches, clear waters, and vibrant marine life. A 45-minute boat ride from the mainland will take us to the island resort. Upon arrival, you’ll check in and have free time to relax and explore at leisure.

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Koh Sdach Resort (suite sea view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 22: Koh Sdach (Koh Kong) – Fishing Activities

After breakfast at the resort, we will enjoy a half-day fishing activity using a local boat. The boat driver will take us to a spot abundant with fish, where our guide will assist in grilling the catch. We will then relax and enjoy fishing, lunching on freshly grilled fish accompanied by cold drinks and beer. Afterward, we return to the resort for relaxation. In the late afternoon, you can immerse yourself in the local island life by strolling through the traditional fishing village, meeting villagers, feasting on fresh seafood, and soaking up the laid-back island vibe. Dinner is at your own

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Koh Sdach Resort (suite sea view room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 23: Koh Sdach (Koh Kong) – Sihanoukville – Koh Rong

After breakfast at the resort, we will enjoy a half-day fishing activity using a local boat. The boat driver will take us to a spot abundant with fish, where our guide will assist in grilling the catch. We will then relax and enjoy fishing, lunching on freshly grilled fish accompanied by cold drinks and beer. Afterward, we return to the resort for relaxation. In the late afternoon, you can immerse yourself in the local island life by strolling through the traditional fishing village, meeting villagers, feasting on fresh seafood, and soaking up the laid-back island vibe. Dinner is at your own

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and driver
Tour guide: English-speaking tour guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Accommodation: Mafya Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 24: Koh Rong – Free at leisure

Daily breakfast at the hotel.
Free at your leisure

Included for the day:
Transport: None
Tour guide: None
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mafya Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 25: Koh Rong – Free at leisure

Daily breakfast at the hotel.
Free at your leisure

Included for the day:
Transport: None
Tour guide: None
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mafya Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 26: Koh Rong – Free at leisure

Daily breakfast at the hotel.
Free at your leisure

Included for the day:
Transport: None
Tour guide: None
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Mafya Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Day 27: Koh Rong – Phnom Penh – Departure

Breakfast at the hotel.
The hotel team will escort you to the dock, where you will board a speedboat to Sihanoukville, where you will meet our driver holding a welcome board with your name. The driver will then transfer you to Phnom Penh Airport, approximately a 3-hour drive. We recommend arriving at the airport at least 2 hours before your flight to ensure a smooth departure

Included for the day:
Transport: Private vehicle and drive
Tour guide: None
Meals: Breakfast

End of services – Thank you very much and have a safe flight back home!