Cambodia Discovery - 10 days

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Phnom Penh, Cambodia

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From $698 per person

Duration: 10 days
Destinations: Cambodia
Start: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Finish: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Tour type: Private tour
Meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 dinner

This tour is designed to showcase the very best of Cambodia’s wonders. You'll explore diverse landscapes, uncover the country’s rich yet contrasting history, and connect with its warm and resilient people. Begin your journey in Siem Reap with the awe-inspiring Angkor temples, continue to the vibrant capital Phnom Penh, and end with a few relaxing days in the peaceful coastal town of Kep — a former colonial retreat known for its sleepy charm and seafood delights.

Tour Highlights

Explore the floating village and enjoy sunset over Tonle Sap lake
Visit the mystical Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm & Angkor Thom by tuk-tuk
Discover the hidden jungle temple of Boeng Mealea and remote carvings near Kulen Mountain
Take a scenic boat trip to Battambang with colonial town walk
Experience Phnom Sampov’s killing caves and ride the unique Bamboo Train
Admire Phnom Penh’s cultural landmarks: Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum
Reflect on history with visits to Toul Sleng Museum & the Killing Fields
Relax in Kep, Cambodia’s charming seaside town
Take a boat trip to Rabbit Island with free time to swim or hike
Enjoy expert-guided tours, private transport, and seamless logistics throughout

Travel style: Cultural & Classic
Your guide: English speaking
Meals: 9 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Tour type: Private tour

You will visit

Siem Reap - Angkor Temples - Rulous group - Battampang - Phnom Penh - Royal Palace - Toul Sleng - Takeo - Kep

Cambodia Discovery 10 days - Route Map

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Cambodia Discovery 10 days Itinerary

B(breakfast), L(lunch), D(dinner)

Day 1: Siem Reap arrival (D)

Welcome to Siem Reap. The driver and tour guide will pick you up and then transfer to city centre. Siem Reap orientation: walking along the Siem Reap Riverside and visiting the Fruit-bat in front of the Residence of King.

Late afternoon, transfer to the floating village and take an excursion in a traditional wooden boat on the Tonle Sap Lake, the "Great Lake" of Cambodia, one of the largest in Asia. Enjoy sunsett on the foot of Phnom Krom Mountain and a welcomed dinner at the local restaurant.

Day 2: Siem Reap - Angkor temples (B)

Early morning, enjoy the Tuk Tuk to the jungle-covered temple of Ta Phrom - that had nearly disappeared into the jungle and remains overgrown, an oddly haunting and exotic scene. The magnificent roots of a tree, pushing between the huge stone blocks of the temple in a sort of embrace, evoke feelings that you may remember forever.

Come back to hotel for breakfast before a full Angkor temple tour. Start with Angkor Thom, the South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, built from the late 12th century to the early 13th century by King Jayavarman VII and consists of 54 towers, the Royal Enclosure, the Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.

In the afternoon, spend your time for Angkor Wat, the largest temples in world and covers an area of 200 hectares and surrounded by moat and an exterior wall measuring 1300 meters x 1500 meters.

Day 3: Siem Reap - Hidden temples - Boeng Mealea (B)

Today you drive to the most remote and ruin temples of Boeng Mealea which is a temple located 60 km east of the main group of temples at Angkor Wat and built during the reign of King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century.

Its primary material is sandstone and it is surrounded by moats. The basic layout is three enclosing galleries around a central sanctuary. There is extensive carving of scenes from Hindu mythology, including the Churning of the Sea of Milk and Vishnu being borne by the bird god Garuda. Causeways have long balustrades formed by bodies of the seven-headed Naga serpent.

Smaller in size than Angkor Wat, the king’s main monument, Boeng Mealea nonetheless ranks among the Khmer empire’s larger temples.

Continue to Peurng Kumnou carving on the foot of Kulen Mountain and then lunch box will provide in the deep jungle, return to Siem Reap in the late afternoon.

Day 4: Siem Reap - Battambang (B)

Early morning, take a 4 - 6 hour boat trip to Battambang along the Stung Sang Ker river. You can enjoy the wonderful landscape, the floating villages, as well as the daily life along the river.

Arriving in Battambang, check in hotel and then walk through the town to discover its beautiful colonial architecture. Visit the Provincial Museum which displays some interesting pieces, such as carved lintels from surrounding temples, and stone or wooden Buddha statues.

(Note: If water levels are low, the journey from Siem Reap to Battambang will be by car. The Tonle Sap Lake is at its lowest level at the end of the dry season in March and April)

Day 5: Battambang - Phnom Sampov

After breakfast, you drive 12 km to Phnom Sampov. This mountain is the site of two caves which were formerly places of torture and killing by the Khmer Rouge. A memorial holding some of the victims' remains has been created there. From this place of such brutality, one can enjoy an ironically spectacular view of the countryside.

Afterward, you go to Phnom Bannon, and climb the 337 steps to the top to the 12th century Prasat Bannon Temple. There you can enjoy another outstanding view of the surrounding plains.

Continue to a natural cave located down the hill. A real life experience on the one-of-a-kind Bamboo Train will provide an unforgettable experience. Then it is an 11km drive along the Sang Ker River to Wat Ek Phnom, which was built by Suryavarman I in the 11th century.

Day 6: Battambang - Phnom Penh

You will depart Battambang in the early morning on a beautiful drive through the Cambodian countryside to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia.

Check in hotel and visit Wat Phnom (Central of the City): is a treasured place of respect for all Khmers and is the namesake of the capital. Continue with National museum, displays inside more than 5,000 works of art, ranging from the 7th to the 13th century. Treasures include sculptures, 19th century dance costumes, royal barges and palanquins.

You can rest by the peaceful, palm-shaded central courtyard and lotus ponds and contemplate one of Asia's riches cultures.

Day 7: Phnom Penh city (B)

Situated at the confluence of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers, the Cambodia's capital city look like a big village - town where French colonial influences can still be seen in old buildings restored.

Start your city tour with a visit to Royal Palace. The Palace was opened in 1870 under King Norodom, and now contains the Royal Residence, the Throne Hall, the Silver Pagoda, and other buildings. The Silver Pagoda (Wat Preah Keo Morokat) is one of the city's most visited sites and offers a display of priceless Buddhist and historical objects.

Afternoon, you visit to Toul Sleng museum (S-21) and the killing field of Choueng Ek, which is about 35kim away from the city. These places are grim reminders of Cambodia's bloody past under Pol Pot. It is almost inconceivable to confront the nature of true evil here in this gentle land, but the Buddhist memorial at Choeung Ek, commemorates the 1.7 million victims of the 1975-79 Pol Pot regime. This excursion may prove distressing for some.

Day 8: Phnom Penh - Takeo - Kep (B)

This morning your guide will meet you at your hotel and take you to the coastal village of Kep. This quiet fishing village is the ideal place to relax at the end of your holiday. En route, stop to visit Phnom Tamao wildlife sanctuary.

This zoo was established to preserve and rescue rare and endangered local species from poachers and smugglers. It is home to 70 Sun bears and Asiatic bears that have been rescued with the help of the NGO Free the Bears.

Arrival in Kep, check in your hotel and free time.

Day 9: Kep - Rabbit island (B)

This morning, take the boat trip to Kor Tonsai (rabbit Island). The beach is typical tropical island settings. Long and lined with coconut palms. The sand isn’t as white as other beaches but the water is crystal clear and the jungle covered mountains provide a nice back drop to the coconut palms.

Swimming or hiking are good ideas for you. Return Kep in the later afternoon and spend the rest day at your leisure.

Day 10: Kep - Phnom Penh - departure (B)

Today is your departure day, so no activities are planned. Transfer back to Phnom Penh for your departure flight. End of the tour. Thank you for using our service.

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Your tour package includes

Accommodation based on twin/double sharing with daily breakfast.
Experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.
Private transportation with AC.
Speed boat Siem Reap - Battambang.
All sightseeing tickets.
Lunches and dinners as indicated in the itinerary.
Taxes and services charges.

Exclusions

International flight tickets and airport tax.
Visa stamping fee.
Early check in and late check out.
Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.
Insurance.

Important travel information

Tour Price

The tour rate is based on twin/double sharing rooms at 3* hotel category, quoted for a private group of 6 guests. The price will vary slightly depending on the number of people in your group. For an accurate tour price, please click the "INQUIRE NOW" button to discuss with our sales consultant.
Deposit & Payment
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- With tour bookings, you do not need to pay total in advance, we just need 30% for deposit. The balance will be settled before your trip or upon arrival.
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The balance will be settled before or upon arrival by cash, credit card or bank transfer. We accept major credit cards such as Visa, Master, JCB and Amex. If you pay by credit card, please add 3% of bank commission.

After receiving your deposit, our team will process your booking and send you the confirmation by email within 1 - 2 working days.
Food Requirement

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Cancellation
We apply non refundable deposit of 10 USD for hotel, air ticket booking, 100 USD/per person for tour package upon service confirmation. Cancellations will be charged as following:
- 30 days before arrival: No cancellation charge.
- 29 - 14 days before arrival: 10% of the tour cost is forfeited.
- 13 - 7 days before arrival: 40% of the tour cost is forfeited.
- 6 days before arrival: 100 % of the tour cost is forfeited.
- No show: 100% of the tour cost is forfeited.
Child Policy
- Infant under 2-years-old free of charge land tour and 25% of airfare.
- Child under 12-years-old sharing room with adult without extra bed charge 50% of adult land tour and 75% of airfare.
- Child under 12-years-old sharing room with adult with bed charge 80% of adult land tour and 75% of airfare.
- Upon 12-years-old - 100% charge of tour cost.

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Cambodia Discovery - 10 days