Discover the ultimate 10-Day Tour: Cambodia Best Explorations

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival Day | Phnom Penh Airport
2 stops
1
Phnom Penh
Today marks your arrival day! We will be picking up your group from Phnom Penh Airport and transferring you to your hotel in the heart of Phnom Penh city for check-in. Please note that check-in is available from 2:00 PM. You can enjoy some relaxation time until 6:00 PM. At 6:00 PM, please gather in the hotel lobby, where your local guide or group leader will meet you for a brief orientation and to organize your welcome dinner. Enjoy your meal and your stay! Phnom Penh is the most populous city in Cambodia and has served as the capital since the French Protectorate in 1863. It has developed into the nation's primary city, serving as a hub for economic, industrial, and cultural activities. Today, Phnom Penh is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. However, it is important to remember that Phnom Penh was occupied by the Khmer Rouge from 1975 to 1979, transforming this once-prosperous capital into a site of tragedy. Millions of people were evacuated from homes.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
2
Phnom Penh's Night Market
Phnom Penh's night market and vibrant nightlife offer a captivating blend of culture, cuisine, and entertainment. The night market, typically bustling with activity, features a variety of stalls selling local handicrafts, clothing, and delicious street food, providing visitors with a taste of Cambodian culture. As the sun sets, the city comes alive with a diverse range of nightlife options, from lively bars and clubs to traditional dance performances and riverside lounges. Whether you're looking to shop for unique souvenirs, savor authentic dishes, or enjoy a night out with friends, Phnom Penh's night scene promises an unforgettable experience.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Phnom Penh Discovers & Tour
6 stops
3
Today Tour, starting time at 8.00am, we will pick up your group from your hotel lobby to visit Cambodian Royal Palace. The Royal Palace of Cambodian King is located in Phnom Penh city, main entrance gate is facing to Tonle Chakromuk riverbank. The Royal Palace is the principal residence of their majesties King Queen and the Royal Family. The original name of the Royal Palace is called Preah Borom Reach Veang Chaktomuk Monkul. The name is given due to its location near the intersection of the four faces river, Upper Mekong river, Tonle Sap River, Tonle Basak river and Lower Mekong river. The Royal Palace is the most popular attraction of tourism in Phnom Penh city of Cambodia.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
4
Silver Pagoda
Silver Pagoda or Wat Preah Keo Morokot was built between 1892-1902 and was renovated in 1962 in the style of traditional Khmer Architecture. It’s located in the southern section of the Royal Palace complexion. The main attractions are Silver Floor, thousands of holy artifacts made from gold silver bronze and Jade. The Monarch had used to celebrate the Buddhist Ritual. The Royal Throne Hall is the best known as Preah Tineang Tevea Vinichhay, it was inaugurated on 16 June 1919 by His Majesty King SISOWATH. It was used for many purposes including the Royal Coronation Ceremony, the twelve months ceremony, Audience granted by King on the national and religious day, the presentation of credentials by former envoys and formal reception to distinguished guests both national and international.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
5
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Toul Sleng Genocide Museum was Toul Sleng Prime School and Toul Svay Prei High School. Pol Pot Communist Party designed the detention interrogation inhuman torture and killing after the confessions from the detainees were received and documented. On the 7th January 1979, Samdach Hun Sen and his allies has defeated Khmer Rouge army from Phnom Penh and collecting all the evidence such as photos films killing tools torture tools and the confession archives. Toul Sleng Genocide Museum was opened for public to visit from August 19, 1979.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
6
Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
Cheung Ek Genocide Center is the famous killing field site in Cambodia where Po Pot used it to kill about 20 thousands stilted here. There are about 128 mass graves but only 88 were excavated. Over here you can experience it with 15 minutes Video History to show you more detail about Khmer Rouge Army and their Genocide Activities through out the country.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
7
Phnom Penh national Museum is the sacred house for displaying of Cambodian original artifacts, those are remarkable movements from unsafe regions or looting. It’s top tourism destination in Cambodia. Some of original artifacts made from bronze gold silver copper sandstone wood jade and precious stone.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
8
Wat Phnom
Wat Phnom Historical Site was established by A Wealthy Woman her name Penh around year 1372 A.D to house some holy artifacts that she has found inside the hallow tree. Wat Phnom is located in the center of Phnom Penh city of Cambodia. It is adopted by numerous stupas and Tomb of King Panhea Yath, King Panhea Yath was a founder of Phnom Penh city.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Phnom Penh-Siem Reap & Tour
4 stops
9
Siem Reap
Today Activity, we will pick up your group from your hotel lobby at 7.30am to check out and to journey to Siem Reap Angkor. Along the way, we will enjoy the beautiful scenery and taste local snacks such as Tarantulas Crickets Grasshoppers Spiders Giant Water Bug and more. We will make stop for your refreshment and Lunch Break too.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
10
In the Afternoon, after your lunch we will visit the Kompong Khleang fishing community and its floating houses, fish farms, thousand-stilted houses, and exploring the Tonle Sap Great Lake. This is your amazing experience with local fishermen family. 80% of Cambodian population are earning their lives from farming and fishing. Their own foods are always come with rice and fish. And Then we will go directly to Siem Reap city, to check-in and refreshments. At about 7.00pm we will go out for dinner. Overnight in Siem Reap city. Siem Reap was little more than a village when French explorers such as Henri Mouhot "re-discovered" Angkor in the 19th century. However, European visitors had visited the temple ruins much earlier, including António da Madalena in 1586.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
11
Siem Reap
Siem Reap is a charming town with small population and cutie colonial traditions building. There are lots of things to do, including shops restaurants bars hotels boutiques resorts museums and Siem Reap is a home of the Angkor Temples.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Siem Reap was little more than a village when French explorers such as Henri Mouhot "re-discovered" Angkor in the 19th century. However, European visitors had visited the temple ruins much earlier, including António da Madalena in 1586. Siem Reap is a sacred home for Angkor Wat temples and adopted by lots of restaurants bars shops hotels guesthouses boutique and resort’s spa.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Angkor Ruined Temples & Sunrise Tour
7 stops
13
Angkor Wat
Today we will pick up your group at 4.40am to visit the sunrise at Angkor Wat Temple. Sunrise activity is very famous for traveling to Angkor Wat Temple. The Ancient people understand lots of things that we don’t understand now. Things about the stars, the sun, the moon, about energy, about mathematics, about the astrology and the communication. Angkor is the mysterious Hinduism temple on earth. Please take your holiday to Cambodia now to understand more about the mystery. If you want to capture or experience a spectacular sunrise at Angkor Wat, then there is a spot for you. The reflecting pool in front of the main temple is where you’ll find it. When you reach there, try to position yourself behind the reflection pool. As expected, the colors of the sky will appear mirrored in the water as the sun rises. Then you can capture the most iconic sight on camera. Please bring your insects repellent and flashlights.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
14
Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm is the most popular jungle temple in Cambodia, it’s located in the north east of Angkor Wat temple for about 6km by road. It’s beautiful with the gigantic tree and roots grabbing the ruins. In Year 2001 Hollywood has made a movie of Tomb Raiders in here. It’s the best known as the Tomb Raiders Temple or Angelina Julie temple. Ta Prohm was built by King Jayavarman VII, dedicated to his mother. The best time to visit this temple is early in the morning and late afternoon, to avoid the crowds!
1 hour • Admission ticket included
15
Angkor Thom South Gate
Angkor Thom South Gate is excellent decoration with the 54 gigantic statues of Gods and demons holding up The Nagas. Its tower gate is adopted by the incredible four smiling faces of Brahma and escorting by Lord Indra. In this form, Lord Brahma and Indra look carefullyto the four main directions to protect and to prosper the Khmer King’s capital city of Angkor Thom. Highly recommended!
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
16
Bayon Temple
Bayon is the most beautiful smiling faces temple in Cambodia, it’s located in the center of Angkor Thom city. It’s adorned with 49 towers and each one is adopted by the beautiful four smiling faces of Lokesvara, a savior God in Mahayana Buddhism. Bayon is built by King Jayavarman VII from year 1181 with the combination of two religious artworks. He was the first great King to stop the conflict between Hindu and Buddhist people. Under his ruling, all Cambodian people were living peacefully happily and prosperity.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
17
Terrace of the Elephants
This historical site is located in front of the Ancient Royal Palace of the Khmer Empire. On the wall, there are lots of Elephants carved. The Elephant terrace has served as The Royal Conference Center. It’s facing to the ancient royal stadium where all the competitions and shows are made here in here including Elephant fighting ceremony. Trying your best to look for the four original well kept sculpture of Garudas and Lions behind the Airavata three head elephant staircase.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
18
Phnom Bakheng
Bakheng Hill is the most popular destination for sunset at Angkor Area. There are thousands of tourists visiting sunset from this hilltop at every late afternoon. On this hilltop there is an ancient Hindu temple called Prasat Phnom Bakheng. You are able to overlook Angkor Wat temple from here. It’s amazing views of the rainforest and countryside. Highly recommended!
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
19
Phare, The Cambodian Circus
This is your optional activity at night time, you can get an opportunity to visit the Cambodian Phare Circus where you can enjoy with their fascination of performance. Your payment for the entrance fee is like your great donation to support them for living standards learning schooling and supporting their poor family at home.
1 hour • Admission ticket not included
Day 5
Banteay Srei & Grand Tours
5 stops
20
Banteay Srei
Today at 8.00 am, we will pick up your group from your hotel to visit Prasat Banteay Srei temple. - Banteay Srei is the most beautiful pink stone temple in Cambodia, it’s located in the north of Angkor Wat temple about 37km. Banteay Srei means Lady Temple, the special charm of this temple lies on its remarkable state of preservation, it’s small size but excellent for its decoration. Banteay Srei is a real jewel for the Khmer Art. Because of its fine and intricate carvings, some local said, it must have been built by the women, that why name is lady temple or Banteay Srei. The original name of this temple was called Isvarapura, built by King Rajendravarman II from year 967, dedicated to Lord Shiva. Banteay Srei was discovered by The Frenchman in year 1914 but the site was not cleared until year 1924. The first major temple restoration project was established by EFEO in 1923-1927 by using the reinstating method.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
21
Banteay Samre
Banteay Samrei temple is located on the east side of Yasorvarmantadak(water reservoir), built by King Suriyavarman II, dedicated to his family and friends. Banteay Samre is well preservation of its stone gigantic carvings and living harmony with the nature surrounding. It is quite and fresh atmosphere, it’s a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat Style. Banteay Samre means “The Citadel of Samre”. Banteay Samré was excellently restored by Maurice Glaize from 1936 until 1944. The design of its single ogival tower is immediately recognizable as Angkor Wat style along with other temples in the region such as Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda. Due to this temple's similarity to some monuments of north-east Thailand, it has the appearance of a compact Phimai. While there are no inscriptions describing its foundation, it seems likely to have been built by a high official of the court during the reign of King Suryavarman II.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
22
Ta Som
Ta Som is the temple of the grand Tour, where tourists love to explore the incredible tower gate in the East Entrance. It’s East Gate is grabbing by trees and roots, it makes this temple more popularity. King Jayavarman VII built this temple to dedicate to his master and uncle king. It was served with the Royal school at that time. - Ta Som is a Mahayana Buddhism temple, built by King Jayavarman VII, dedicated to his ancestors and Master. Some scholars said that king Jayavarman VII dedicated to his father King Dharanindravarman II. It’s located in east of Neak Poan Royal Hospital. It’s main attraction with the east gate is still grabbing by trees and it’s roots. Highly recommended!
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
23
Neak Pean
This temple was the major Royal Hospital, it’s located in the center of Jayatadak manmade lake. It’s built by the Great King Jayavarman VII from 1181. It’s beautiful scenery with long wooden walkway through the water. Highly recommended! - Neak Poan Temple is located in the center of Jayatadak lake, it’s surrounded by water. Neak Pean means “the entwined serpents". Neak Pean was originally designed for medical purposes (the ancients believed that going into these pools would balance the elements in the bather, thus curing disease); it is one of the many hospitals that Jayavarman VII built. It is based on the ancient Hindu belief of balance. Four connected pools represent Water, Earth, Fire and Wind. Each is connected to the central water source, the main tank, by a stone conduit "presided over by one of Four Great Animals (maha ajaneya pasu) namely Elephant, Bull, Horse, and Lion, corresponding to the north, east, south, and west quarters.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
24
Preah Khan
This temple was built by the Greatest king Jayavarman VII 1191, to dedicate to his father, taking him form like Lokesvara, a savior God in Mahayana Buddhism. Some gigantic trees are living in side the temple complexion. - Preah Khan is a sacred temple in the Angkor main park, built by King Jayavarman VII in year 1191, dedicated to his father name Dharanindravarman II, who is represented in the central sanctuary by Lokesvara, The Savior God in the Mahayana Buddhism, who was much worshiped Jayavarman VII’s reign. During the middle period The stupa was erected in place for Lokesvara in the central sanctuary. It’s located in the north of Angkor Thom city, from the north gate to west entrance of Prasat Preah Khan temple is about 800 meters. Preah Khan is well known for its beautiful scenery of the original ruins and it was served as the University of Fine Art And Culture under the reign of King Jayavarman VII.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 6
Beng Mealea & Street Foods Tour
4 stops
25
Prasat Beng Mealea
Today Tour, We will pick up your group from your hotel lobby at 8.00am to visit Beng Mealea temple. It’s the famous temple with its ruined condition, It’s great example of what Nature destroys the historical site and still living harmony with the nature. We can combine your visit to the ancient quarry. Beng Mealea is the most popular remote jungle temple in Cambodia, it’s located in the north east of Siem Reap city about 66Km by road. Beng Mealea is the incredible ruins that still living harmony with the nature and its original ruined condition. It’s untouched by the restoration and conservation project. It was re-opened to visitors in the early year 2000 after the land mine was cleared. Beng Mealea was built by King Suriyavarman II and then completed by King Dharanindravarman II. The sarcophagus looking urn: “Indiana Jones” kind of the environment with piles of falling stones and dark galleries. Enjoyable, provides you exercise caution during your visit!
1 hour • Admission ticket included
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Bakong is dedicated to Shiva God, it’s the major Hindu temple in the Rolous group Area. Bakong was built by King Indravarman in year 881 A.D to dedicate to the Mount Meru is a sacred home for Hindu God Shiva. It was the first major Hindu temple built by sandstone but not so much detail carvings. Highly recommended!
1 hour • Admission ticket free
27
Preah Ko
Preah Ko temple is located in north of Bakong temple for about 600 meters away. It was built by King Indravarman in year 789 to dedicate to his parents and his ancestors. It’s beautiful brick temple, some sculptures are well preserved and the most important thing is original Sanskrit writing on the Jam of each temple doorway. And next we will go to visit one more temple is called Prasat Lolei. Lolei was built by King Yasorvarman in year 903 to dedicate to his parents and his ancestors. It’s located in the center of Indratadak reservoir. It’s beautiful scenery and important documentary with original Sanskrit on the jams of each temple doorway. Then we will go back to your hotel in Siem Reap city for your refreshment and rest.
45 minutes • Admission ticket included
28
Street food tours for bout one hour at the local night market. This is your best experience with local street foods in Siem Reap city. And tonight your optional activity is dinner with Apsaras Performance.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 7
Siem Reap-Battambang & Tour
2 stops
29
Battambang
At 8.00 am, we will pick you up at your hotel to make a journey to Battambang city. Along the way, we will stop for your refreshment and exploring. It’s beautiful scenery of Cambodia countryside and local villages. When we are arriving Battambang city, we will ask hotel for early check in, and to get a short break for your refreshment. Battambang is a second largest capital city in Cambodia. Battambang means “The lost stick City”, it’s located in the western part of Cambodia, bordering with Thailand too. For Cambodian people, we are all happy to call Battambang is the kingdom of white gold, because of its largest production of rice. During the colonial time, Battambang was very popular in trading business and agriculture. It’s beautiful and charming town is adorned by colonial buildings, local markets, hotels, restaurants, bars, shops, museum and government city Hall. Highly recommended!
3 hours • Admission ticket free
30
Battambang Bat Caves
After arriving to Battambang city, we will do check in and to rest for a while until 4.00pm we will go to watch the Bats. Bat’s cave in Phnom SamPov Mountain is very popular for tourism. There are lots of visitors like to take this opportunity to see the dragon bats flying out from the caves. The Bat cave is located in the west of Battambang city, In Phnom SamPov mountain. It’s a popular tourism destination in Battambang, tourists love to visit Phnom SamPov mountain and historical site first and then continue tour to the bat cave before sunset. Over here you would have a stunning experience to see many millions bats are flying out from the cave together to find their foods. While bats are coming out from cave, they took a form like a real dragon bat. It’s amazing! To return to the city for dinner and back to your hotel. Overnight in Battambang city.
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket included
Day 8
Battambang Discovers & Tour
2 stops
31
At 7.30 am we will take an adventure cycling for about 20km within four hours tour to taste local wineries(Khmer rice wine is a famous local liquor for the local people, we called it “Cambodian Johny Walkers”. It’s very strong alcohol, only experts are able to produce it with excellent quality. Some of the local people are still using for their organic herbal medicine to support their strength or for well-treatment. They added some local herbs and fruits into the rice wine to fermented them before drinking. Good taste and taste), fresh fruits, fresh juices, and some local snacks, interactions with local people. To return to your hotel and rest.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
32
Battambang
At 3.00pm we will pick up your group from your hotel lobby to visit Battambang city Hall Center and then continue to get your newest amazing experience at Bamboo Train Tour (Bamboo train is the popular local transport for tourists in Battambang city. This was on the "bamboo train" which was basically a little platform with a lawnmower engine strapped to it to hurtle you down the train track! It was exhilarating:). Most of the tourists said that, making your tour to Battambang, you must to experience with this Bamboo Train Tour, if you are not doing, it means your exploring was not completed). To enjoying a beautiful scenery and rice fields and sunset. Back to the city. To get dinner. Overnight in the city.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
Day 9
Battambang-Phnom Penh & Tour
3 stops
33
Battambang
At 8.00 am check out, and make the journey to Phnom Penh city of Cambodia. Along the way, we will stop to visit a famous local pottery village. To stop for your lunch and refreshment. Arriving at Phnom Penh, we can check in, to rest and relaxing.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
34
Phnom Penh
To check-in, your refreshment and relax. At 7.00 pm we will go out for a farewell dinner at the local NGO restaurant to support them. End of your amazing discovery Cambodia.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
35
Phnom Penh
On the next day, we will transfer you back to Phnom Penh airport for your departure from Cambodia for your next destination or to flight back Home.
45 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 10
Relaxation & Airport Transfer
1 stop
36
Enjoy your relaxation until we pick up your group to transfer you to Phnom Penh airport for your departure home or to your next destination. This marks the end of your amazing trip with us in Cambodia. Please have a safe journey home, and we look forward to seeing you again.
1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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