SIEM REAP – PHNOM PENH
Embark on a memorable 6-day journey through Cambodia’s most iconic destinations, from the legendary temples of Angkor in Siem Reap to the rich heritage and vibrant life of Phnom Penh.
Begin in Siem Reap, where ancient wonders await. Discover the magnificent Angkor Wat, the mysterious Bayon Temple in Angkor Thom, and the jungle-clad ruins of Ta Prohm—all by tuk tuk. Venture into the countryside for an immersive local experience in Ta Prak Village, sharing breakfast with a local family, riding an ox cart through rural roads, and receiving a monk’s blessing at a peaceful pagoda. End the day cruising through the stilted and floating houses of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake.
Continue to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital city, where colonial charm meets royal grandeur. Visit Champey Academy of Arts, a heartwarming initiative empowering local youth through traditional dance and art. Explore the bustling Central Market, the historic Wat Phnom, and enjoy a cyclo ride along the riverside.
Experience rural serenity on Mekong Island with a cycling tour through tranquil villages and silk-weaving workshops. In the afternoon, dive into Cambodia’s regal legacy with visits to the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum, home to priceless Khmer art.
This journey offers a perfect balance of iconic heritage, authentic rural life, and cultural connection—crafted for those who seek depth, meaning, and unforgettable moments in Cambodia.
DAY 1: SIEM REAP – AIRPORT ARRIVAL (-/-/D)
Upon arrival Siem Reap airport, meet with our guide and driver, then transfer you to hotel for check in.
Enjoy dinner at local restaurant.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap Airport → Siem Reap Central: 5 miles 25 minutes driving transfer
DAY 2: FULL DAY ANGKOR TOUR – MAIN TEMPLES (ANGKOR THOM – TA PROHM – ANGKOR WAT) [B/L]
Today you will explore all the main temples of world heritage by Tuk Tuk (1 Tuk Tuk = 2 pax):
At first, we will start to visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom (12 century): the South Gate with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk, the Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue visit Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.
Afternoon, visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor, Angkor Wat, the temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. If time and energy permitted visit old market for some souvenirs for friends and families.
After tour, return to hotel for rest and overnight.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap Central → Angkor Thom (South Gate): 6 miles 25 minutes by tuk tuk
⦁ Angkor Thom → Ta Prohm: 2,5 miles 15 minutes by tuk tuk
⦁ Ta Prohm → Angkor Wat: 3 miles 15 minutes by tuk tuk
⦁ Angkor Wat → Siem Reap Central: 6 miles 25 minutes by tuk tuk
DAY 3: FULL DAY TA PRAK VILAGE & KOMPONG PHLUK FLOATING VILLAGE (B/L/-)
8:00AM, picked up from their hotel in the morning by the local guide and driven to Ta Prak Village, 25 minutes out of town. A packed breakfast from the hotel will be taken and on arrival will meet and sit down with a local family and share this breakfast with them and to learn about local village life early in the morning when generally it is at its most active.
From here, take a 30-minute ox cart ride through the village to a local market. Take a short walk through this bustling center and be introduced to Cambodian vegetables, herbs, fruits and other local produce. Continue 1 km by foot through the picturesque countryside village, stopping to meet the local community along the way to observe whatever seasonal activity is happening at that time, such as rice planting, weaving thatch roofs, planting or harvesting vegetable crops, making fish traps etc.
Each tour will be different, and the activities will depend on the time of the year, the family, and the needs of the local village. The surrounding countryside with its paddy fields and sugar palm trees is very typical for Cambodia. End the morning at the local pagoda where a special water Blessing by Buddhist Monks await. At the end of your ride, have a fresh coconut juice.
Continue and travel out to Kampong Phluk, a village a bit further away but which receives very fewer tourists. Thus, this stilted village is the best pla ce to see the authentic life of the local fisherman and their families who live amongst the flooded mangrove forest. At Kampong Phluk, board a local boat for a ride on the lake. On the way, see houses on stilts that are submerged with the lake extends, pass by floating houses and impressive flooded forests and get a good feel for life on the water. Enjoy the beautiful scenery dominated by the tranquility of the lake.
After tours, transfer back to hotel.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap Central → Ta Prak Village: 10 miles → 25 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Ta Prak Village → Kampong Phluk (Tonle Sap Lake): 13 miles → 40 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Kampong Phluk → Siem Reap Central: 16 miles → 45 minutes driving transfer
DAY 4: SIEM REAP – PHNOM PENH CITY TOURS (CHAMPEY ACADAMY-CENTRAL MARKET-WAT PHNOM-CYCLO RIDE) (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel, check out and overland transfer to Phnom Penh with driving distance of 314 km, take about 5.5 hours.
Upon arrival Phnom Penh, transfer directly to visit Champey Academy of Arts (CAA) is non-profit arts school serving primarily disadvantaged children in central Phnom Penh. After sponsoring, for nearly fourteen years, a school (The Apsara Arts Association or ‘AAA’), teaching traditional dance to underprivileged children, we decided in the autumn of 2012 to redirect our resources toward establishment of a new school in the center of the city. We named our new school, Champey* Academy of Arts and there we offer classes in traditional dance – both classical and folkloric, traditional music and traditional drawing/painting.
Continue to visit Central Market, a large market constructed in 1937 in the shape of a dome with four arms branching out into vast hallways with countless stalls of goods. The four wings of this gigantic yellow dome are teeming with stalls that sell goods ranging from gold and silver, antique coins, money exchange, men’s and women’s apparel, clocks, books, flowers, food, fabrics, shoes, souvenirs, fish, seafood, dessert, luggage, and countless other products.
Last, we will visit Wat Phnom Temple, a small hill crowned by an active Wat (Pagoda) marks the legendary founding place of the Phnom Penh. After visit, we will take Cyclo riding from Wat Phnom Penh go along riverside toward Royal Palace. The Cyclo riding take about 30mns. After tour, transfer to hotel for check in and rest for the night.
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap Central → Phnom Penh Capital: 195 miles → 5.5 hours driving transfer
⦁ Phnom Penh Transfer Point → Champey Academy of Arts: 3 miles → 15 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Champey Academy → Central Market: 1.5 miles → 10 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Central Market → Wat Phnom: 0.9 miles → 5 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Royal Palace → Phnom Penh City Center: 2 miles → 10 minutes driving transfer
DAY 5: CYCLING ALONG MEKONG ISLAND + ROYAL PALACE + NATIONAL MUSEUM (B/L/-)
Today, we will cycle along the Mekong trail and witness the unique culture, beautiful scenery and vibrant local life that can be found on the various islands along its course. From traditional villages to farmland, there is something for everyone to enjoy when exploring this incredible trail.
At 7:30 AM, our guide and driver, will pick you up from hotel lobby, and transfer you to take board the ferry going to Silk Island or Mekong Island. Once you arrive, grab your bike (local leisure bike) and get ready for an exciting cycling adventure that will take you through the countryside and farming villages of Phnom Penh. Be prepared to experience and observe the local culture and way of life as well as enjoy some breathtaking views of the rural landscape!
We will take a visit to the unique craft of silk weaving. Our local villagers will be able to provide you with an authentic insight into the history of silk weaving in Cambodia, a tradition that has been passed down through generations from parent to child. This is an incredible opportunity to learn more about the culture of this country and experience its rich heritage firsthand. You can expect to get back to Phnom Penh city around 12:30 pm, then transfer to have lunch at local restaurant.
Afternoon, start your city tour to the Royal Palace, was constructed in the 19th century when the capital moved from Oudong to Phnom Penh, and has been the home for the Kings of Cambodia since 1866. The palace is a testament to Khmer architectural and aesthetic proficiency so prevalent in their royal and religious monuments. Within the royal palace is the Silver Pagoda, the Silver Pagoda is so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5000 silver tiles.
Continue to National Museum, one of Phnom Penh’s true architectural gems. It was designed in Khmer style in 1917 by famed French architect Georges Groslier&Ecole Des Arts Cambodgiens. Last stop at Wat Phnom, the legend of Phnom Penh.
Lunch at local restaurant.
Overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh
Distance:
⦁ Phnom Penh Central → Ferry Pier to Mekong Island: 3 miles → 10 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Phnom Penh Ferry Pier → Royal Palace: 2.5 miles → 10 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Wat Phnom → Phnom Penh Central: 1.2 miles → 7 minutes driving transfer
DAY 6: PHNOM PENH – DEPARTURE TO PNH AIRPORT (WITH GUIDE) (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel, free until time to check out (12:00 noon) and then pick up by our guide and driver for transfer to Phnom Penh Airport for departure flight.
Distance:
⦁ Phnom Penh Central → Phnom Penh International Airport: 7 miles → 30 minutes driving transfer
HOME SWEET HOME!
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Private transfer and transportation on tour
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Visa Approval Letter and Visa Stamping fee at arrival counter
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge 20% for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2024 – 02 January 2025 (inclusive)
o Vietnamese New Year: 28 Januray – 02 February (inclusive)
o Unification Day and May Day: 28 April – 03 May 2025 (inclusive)
o National Day: 28 August – 04 Sep 2025 (inclusive)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive - TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory)
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
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