Tours Itinerary

• Day 1

Phnom Penh Arrival

Welcome to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s vibrant and bustling capital city. Despite its recent turbulent history, Phnom Penh’s wide tree-lined boulevards and faded colonial mansions hold an undeniable charm. Upon arrival, The tour guide and driver of Cambodia Tours will meet you at the airport and take you to your hotel.  Enjoy some free time to rest and freshen up before driving to the dock to catch an evening boat cruise along the Mekong River to watch the sunset over the shimmering city.
Meals: None.
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh.

• Day 2

Phnom Penh City Tour

Phnom Penh was founded in the 14th century and has long been a vital trading hub at the confluence of three rivers: the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac. Start the day learning about the Khmer Rouge and Cambodia’s recent history on a guided tour of the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the notorious Choeung Ek “Killing Fields”. Our cultural tour continues as we visit the National Museum - an excellent introduction into ancient Khmer art and civilization and the Royal Palace, home to the royal family and the opulent silver pagoda.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh.

• Day 3

Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham – Kampong Thom

Today we leave the bustle of the big city on a drive through Cambodia’s beautiful countryside and largest rubber producing region on our way to Kampong Cham. Explore this quaint colonial town and see the Wat Nokor Pagoda - an 11th century Mahayana Buddhist shrine and home to a large reclining Buddha as well as many carved Buddha images. We continue on our journey to Kampong Thom in the afternoon, stopping along the way at Phnom Pros and Phnom Srei. Arrive in Kampong Thom and check in at the hotel. Spend the late afternoon on a pleasant walking tour through some nearby villages, climbing the 980 steps to the top of Phnom Santuk for a superb sunset view.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampong Thom.

• Day 4

Kampong Thom – Siem Reap

Spend the morning exploring the ancient temples around Kampong Thom, before continuing on our way to Siem Reap. Kampong Thom is home to Cambodia’s most impressive group of pre-Angkorian monuments. Here we will visit the ancient temple complex, Sambor Prei Kuk, situated just north of the town. The main temples are divided into three complexes, all dedicated to Shiva. Enjoy the serene atmosphere as you wander through these 7th century brick monuments, artfully scattered about the jungle. In the afternoon we continue on our journey to Siem Reap (147km, 2hrs drive), the gateway into the legendary Angkor temples. Arrive in Siem Reap in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

• Day 5

Siem Reap – Angkor Temples

Enjoy an entire day dedicated to discovering the mysterious Angkor temples. Wake before dawn and take a tuk-tuk ride to visit the jungle-entwined temple, Ta Prohm. Sunrise is one of the most beautiful and haunting times to visit the temples, whose ancient sandstone blocks are gilded gold by the early morning rays. Return to the hotel for breakfast then set back out on a full day temple tour. Starting with the magnificent Angkor Wat - the largest Khmer temple and finest example of Angkorian art and architecture, we proceed to Angkor Thom’s imposing South Gate, topped with the four serenely smiling faces of Avalokiteshvara. Next, visit Bayon temple, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

• Day 6

Siem Reap – Angkor Temples – Floating Village

Start the day touring more of the stunning temples in the Angkor Archeological Park, before driving to Cambodia’s largest natural body of water, Tonle Sap Lake. After breakfast at the hotel, travel by car to Banteay Srei, home to Angkor’s finest stone carvings, followed by Preah Khan (Sacred Sword): one of Angkor’s largest temples, constructed in the 12th century by Jayavarman VII. In the afternoon, head out of town and embark on a short cruise along Tonle Sap Lake and visit the local floating villages. Drive to the Angkor Archeological Park in the evening to watch the sunset from the foot of Phnom Krohm Mountain.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

• Day 7

Siem Reap – Koh Ker – Beng Mealea – Siem Reap

This morning, we travel to Koh Ker. Here we will discover the long abandoned temples in the forests of northern Cambodia. Also known as Chok Gargyar, this region once served as the capital of Jayavarman IV until his son and successor, Harshavarman I, moved the capital back to Angkor. There are more than 30 major structures and archeologists believe there may have been as many as 100 minor sacred buildings in the region. In the afternoon, drive back to Siem Reap, stopping en route to visit the remote and jungle-covered Beng Mealea temple.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Reap.

• Day 8

Siem Reap – Battambang

Today we travel by car to Battambang, Cambodia’s second largest city. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then drive to Battambang, arriving in the afternoon. Check in at your hotel then enjoy an orienting walking tour through the city’s bustling boulevards lined with quaint French colonial buildings. Next visit some of Battambang’s signature hilltop temples as well as the infamous cave, Phnom Sampov, used as an execution field under the Khmer Rouge. Take a relaxing 30min ride on the Bamboo train before returning to your hotel.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Battambang.

• Day 9

Battambang City

Spend the day exploring Battambang and its surrounding countryside. After breakfast we start our day visiting the local marketplace, then head out of town to visit surrounding Angkorian and post-Angkorian temples, including Wat Ek and Wat Toul Bassaet. After lunch climb Phnom Sampov, explore the Bat Cave and visit some local Khmer Villages. Return to Battambang in the evening.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Battambang.

• Day 10

Battambang – Phnom Penh

Today we drive from Battambang to Cambodia’s capital city, Phnom Penh. Get a taste for Cambodia’s rural life and stop en route at Kompong Chnang to visit the floating village in Kompong Luong. Arrive in Phnom Penh in the afternoon and check in at your hotel. Enjoy some free time to relax then try out your best bargaining skills on a walk through the city’s expansive “Russian Market”, where you can find anything from motorcycle parts to valuable gems.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodations: Hotel in Phnom Penh.

• Day 11

Phnom Penh – Takeo – Kep

Leave Phnom Penh, we drive to the seaside resort, Kep-sur-Mer,  the favorite getaway of the French in the early 1900s. Have breakfast at the hotel then begin our journey southwards, making our first stop at Phnom Chisor Temple dating back from the 11th century. Climb the 500-step path to the top of the hill to enjoy the panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Continue on to the quiet town of Takeo before taking a short cruise to Angkor Borei, located just a few kilometers from the Vietnamese border. Here we visit a small museum displaying several reproductions of sculptures from the nearby ruins and a selection of artifacts dating as far back to the 4th century. After visiting the museum, we continue on our boat trip to visit the pre-Angkorian temple, Phnom Da, and a nearby temple Asram Maharosei. Arrive in Kep in the evening and check in at the hotel.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kep.

• Day 12

Kep – Rabbit Island – Kep

Then we take a boat trip to Rabbit Island, just off the coast of Kep. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel then board a local boat for a 30mins float to Rabbit Island. Spend the afternoon bathing in the warm waters and snorkeling around the surrounding rocks, hiding many colorful fish. Return to Kep in the late afternoon.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Kep.

• Day 13

Kep – Sihanouk Ville

Leave Kep, we drive to Sihanouk Ville, home to some of Southeast Asia most pristine white-sand beaches. With a 10km stretch of beaches and a smattering of costal islands, Sihanouk Ville is the perfect tropical, beach getaway. Have breakfast at the hotel in Kep then travel to Sihanouk Ville. Check in at your hotel then enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sihanouk Ville.

• Day 14

Sihanouk Ville

Enjoy an entire day free for basking in the sun or bathing in the warm coastal waters. 
Meals: Breakfast.
Accommodation: Hotel in Sihanouk Ville.

• Day 15

Sihanouk Ville – Phnom Penh

Have breakfast at the hotel before driving to Phnom Penh’s airport to catch your departure flight home.
Meals: Breakfast. Note: Please be aware that flight times, hotels and all other logistics, services and days of travel are subject to availability.
If the listed hotel is fully booked, alternate accommodation will be offered. All hotels are rated according to local standards.
All itineraries are flexible and can easily be altered to suit your needs and interests. Contact one of our travel consultants for more information.

Price & Include

Start city: Phnom Penh -                                                     Departure city: Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh – Battambang – Siem Reap – Kampong Thom – Kampong Cham – Takeo – Kampot – Sihanounk Ville
Duration: 15 days/14 nights
Private Tour. Departure: Daily, upon your request

RATE: Our rate is quoted in US dollars per person based on Twin, Double shared room. Apply for Private Tour.