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Discover the regal beauty, national heritage, and sacred origins of Cambodia’s capital on a private half-day journey through Phnom Penh.
Step into royal grandeur at the Royal Palace complex, wandering through manicured tropical gardens to admire the Throne Hall and the legendary Silver Pagoda—paved with over 5,000 solid silver tiles and housing a gold Buddha studded with over 9,000 diamonds. Pause at the iconic Independence Monument to appreciate its striking Angkorian architecture and national significance.
Conclude your journey at Wat Phnom, the hilltop sanctuary founded by Lady Penh in 1373 that gave the capital its name. With private hotel transfers and an expert local guide detailing the city's rich legends and history, this curated experience offers the perfect balance of royal elegance and authentic local culture.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We are going to pick up you at the lobby of hotel where you are staying. Please give us the name and address of hotel.
Itinerary
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1Royal Palace
Royal Palace complex is a home to the Cambodian royal family and a symbol of the nation. We begin amid the beautiful royal gardens, landscaped with tropical plants and studded with gleaming spires. We enter the Throne Hall where the royal receptions are held and the Cambodian king's coronation took place. We then pass the Napoleon III Pavilion made from iron, a gift from the French emperor in the 19thcentury.We continue to the Silver Pagoda, named after the 5000 silver tiles covering the floor, each weighing 1kg. Inside are some of the country's most cherished treasures, including a life-size gold Buddha studded with 9584 diamonds, the largest weighing 25 carats.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Independence Monument
Independence Monument, built in 1958, and inaugurated in 1962 during the regime of Sangkum Reastr, this monument also serves as a proud testament to commemorate people who sacrificed their lives for the welfare of the country. The monument is captivating for its cool, serene atmosphere, which in turn makes it a much sought-after destination.
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
3Wat Phnom
Wat Phnom, a symbol of the city is located on one of the few hills in this pancake-flat capital, the first pagoda was originally built in 1373 to house Buddha statues discovered in the Mekong by a woman named Penh. This gives us the modern name of the city, Phnom Penh or Hill of Penh. Cambodians come to the shrine to pray for luck in love and life, employment and exams, so there it is always a bustling place.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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