Ultimate Cambodian Adventure
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Duration: 14 days
Begins: Phnom Penh
Ends: Phnom Penh
Trip Code: AOPP
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Overview
No matter where you travel in Cambodia, the past is always present. History, both ancient and modern, is everywhere here; whether you’re strolling in the shadows of the mighty Angkor Wat, wandering the streets of cosmopolitan Phnom Penh, or exploring the Irrawaddy in search of river dolphins, you can’t escape the pull of time that shaped, and continues to shape, this arresting land.
Is this tour for me?
Travel Style
Classic
All of the highlights, culture, access, and I-can’t-believe-we-did-that moments, all at a great price.
Service Level
Standard
Comfortable tourist-class accommodations with character; mix of public and private transport.
Physical Rating
2 - Light
Light walking and hiking suitable for most fitness levels. Nothing too challenging.
Trip Type
Small Group
Small Group experience; Max 16, Avg 12.
Age requirement
12+
All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
What's Included
- Your G for Good Moment: New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, Siem Reap
- Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
- Angkor Wat complex entrance and guide (Siem Reap)
- Mekong boat trip to spot Irrawaddy dolphins
- Tuol Sleng prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) entrance and guide
- Phnom Penh cyclo tour
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Accommodations
Hotels (13 nts).
Meals
9 breakfasts, 1 dinner
Allow USD205-270 for meals not included.
Transportation
Private van, cyclo, boat.
Staff & experts
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Full Itinerary
Departure Dates
Day 1 : Phnom Penh
Arrive at any time.
There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting.
Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
1h
Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.
Acommodation
Sim Boutique Hotel
Acommodation
Sim Boutique Hotel
Day 2 : Phnom Penh
Guided tour of Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Opt to visit the Royal Palace, National Museum, and Central Market.
Follow a local guide and witness the dark side of Cambodian history with visits to Choeung Ek, the site of the infamous Killing Fields, and Tuol Sleng, the notorious Khmer Rouge prison where thousands of Cambodians perished.
In the afternoon enjoy free time to explore the city's many sights: the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Russian market or Wat Phnom.
Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Guided Tour
Phnom Penh
Learn more about the atrocities of the Khmer Rouge visiting the killing fields of Choeung Ek; the grounds now stand as a powerful memorial filled with victims’ skulls and mass graves. Tour this sombre, yet serene, site with a guide.
Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) Guided Tour
Phnom Penh
Learn about the dark history and devastation that occurred at Security Prison 21 (S-21); the prison, used by the Khmer Rouge regime, is now Tuol Sleng Museum. Take a guided tour to hear the stories behind the sombre photos lining the museum walls.
Free time:
Phnom Penh Afternoon
Use free time to explore some of the palaces, temples and museums in the city.
Acommodation
Sim Boutique Hotel
Optional Activities - Day 2
Royal Palace Visit
Phnom Penh
Visit the King’s current dwelling place, a magnificent riverside palace with classic Khmer architecture. Dress appropriately please; visitors must wear clothing that covers knees and shoulders, and shirts must reach the elbow.
Russian Market Visit
Phnom Penh
Shop this must-visit market for souvenirs, handicrafts, antiquities, and Western brand-name clothing at (often) greatly discounted prices. Haggle away for the best deals!
Wat Phnom Visit
Phnom Penh
Visit Wat Phnom (Hill Temple) in late afternoon, a historic monument with lots of green space. Keep an eye on your food and belongings; cheeky monkeys like to get a hold of anything they can.
National Museum Visit
Phnom Penh
Wander the galleries of the National Museum to see amazing works of art from Cambodia's "golden age" of Angkor. Visit the museum’s lovely courtyard before you leave.
Silver Pagoda Visit
Phnom Penh
Tour the Royal Palace complex to see the neighboring Silver Pagoda (aka the Temple of the Emerald Buddha). See the many magnificent treasures inside this beautiful vihara (Buddhist monastery), including its floor lined with more 5,000 tiles of silver.
Acommodation
Sim Boutique Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 3 : Phnom Penh/Battambang
Journey from Phnom Penh to colonial Battambang. Opt to explore the countryside.
Upon arrival, explore the riverside city for a few hours before dinner.
Private Vehicle
Phnom Penh - Battambang 5h - 6h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Free time:
Battambang Evening
Head out and explore.
Acommodation
Star Hotel BBM
Optional Activities - Day 3
Tuk Tuk Tour
Battambang
Take a tuk tuk to explore city sights. Tour around to see the city's countless statues and the Governor’s Residence or head out a little further to Phnom Sampouv (the ‘killing caves’).
Acommodation
Star Hotel BBM
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 4 : Battambang/Siem Reap
Journey to the seat of the Khmer Empire and prepare to explore the fantastic Angkor Wat complex.
Try your hand at Khmer cuisine with a cooking class, enjoying the results with a leisurely lunch. In the afternoon, head off to Siem Reap.
Free time:
Battambang Morning
Free time in the morning to explore or take a cooking class.
Private Vehicle
Battambang - Siem Reap 2h - 3h 175km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Mekong Angkor Palace Hotel
Optional Activities - Day 4
Cooking Class
Battambang
Refine your culinary skills while learning recipes typical of Khmer cuisine. After, dig in and sample the fruits of your labour.
Phare Circus
Siem Reap
Enjoy a stellar performance by Phare, a unique and socially conscious circus that injects Cambodian culture and history into its inspiring shows. See acrobatics, contortion, and aerial arts melded with theatre, modern dance, and more. Take in stories of war, relationships, and discrimination, inspired by the real-life experiences of Phare’s creators and performers.
Acommodation
Mekong Angkor Palace Hotel
Day 5 : Siem Reap
Watch the sun rise over the massive Angkor temple complex with a guided tour.
Spend the whole day exploring with a local guide. The best way to experience the site is to arrive for sunrise, explore in the cooler morning hours and head back into town to relax during the hottest time of the day. Then, head back into the site for sunset and a little more exploring.
Angkor Wat Guided Tour
Angkor Wat
Enjoy a tour of the impressive ancient ruins with a local guide. Explore magnificent Angkor Wat temple--Visit the enigmatic faces of Bayon within the walled city of Angkor Thom, and tour Ta Prohm (aka the "Tomb Raider" temple), which is slowly being swallowed by the jungle.
Acommodation
Mekong Angkor Palace Hotel
Acommodation
Mekong Angkor Palace Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 6 : Siem Reap
Spend a free day exploring more of Angkor Wat or further afield around Siem Reap. Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at the G Adventures-supported New Hope project.
Free time:
Siem Reap Full day
Spend the day exploring.
New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant
Siem Reap Evening
Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at the New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, an initiative kickstarted by G Adventures. Providing skill-building opportunities to marginalized community members, the project also funds the adjacent free community school and health centre. Visit the restaurant run by locals and see how the New Hope project has supported positive change in the community.
Acommodation
Mekong Angkor Palace Hotel
Optional Activities - Day 6
Angkor Museum Visit
Siem Reap
Learn about the story of Angkor and the Khmer empire at the interactive Angkor Museum. Explore the museum’s inspiring galleries and interactive technology, which bring Angkor’s past to life. Opt to rent an audioguide (5USD) for the full experience.
Tonle Sap Floating Village
Siem Reap
Tour the floating villages of Tonlé Sap. See what life is like living on a lake — rice planting, attending churches and school, are all done on top of water. (Please note: this activity runs seasonally.)
Acommodation
Mekong Angkor Palace Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast | Dinner
Day 7 : Siem Reap/Kratié
Travel to the home of the rare Irrawaddy dolphins. View the endangered dolphins on an included boat trip on the Mekong.
In the morning travel to Kratie, located on the banks of the mighty Mekong River.
In the afternoon, head out on the massive Mekong with local boatmen to try and spot the endangered Irrawaddy freshwater dolphin.
Private Vehicle
Kratié - Siem Reap
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Kratie Boat Trip
Kratié
Come aboard for a one-of-a-kind wildlife encounter – the feeling you get as you spot an Irrawaddy dolphin breaking through the water’s surface is truly inspiring and will lift your heart. Enjoy the boat tour, and let the late-afternoon sun warm your face.
Acommodation
River Dolphin Hotel
Acommodation
River Dolphin Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 8 : Kratié/Kampong Cham
Travel to Kampong Cham and visit the Bridge of Jayavarman VII, a silk farm, and rubber tree plantations. Opt to bike through villages along the Mekong or visit some rustic temples.
Travel to the third largest city in Cambodia, Kampong Cham. Opt to rent a bike and cruise along the river to explore the countryside and meet friendly locals or visit the 11th century Vat Nokor temple.
Private Vehicle
Kratié - Kampong Cham 4h
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Monorom VIP Hotel
Optional Activities - Day 8
Bridge of Jayavarman VII Visit
Kampong Cham
Visit this centuries-old cobble stone bridge spanning 285 ft (87m). Marvel at the bridge's 12th century architecture designed during the reign of King Jayavarman.
Vat Nokor Temple Visit
Kampong Cham
Take in this temple complex that is a combination of a modern Theravada Buddhist pagoda within an 11th-century Mahayana Buddhist shrine.
Bike Rental
Rent a bike from a local shop and head out to explore.
Acommodation
Monorom VIP Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 9 : Kampong Cham/Kampot
Travel to Kampot, home of Bokor National Park.
Drive to Kampot, world-famous for the Kampot pepper and home of Bokor National Park.
Private Vehicle
Kampong Cham - Kampot 5h - 6h 245km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Acommodation
Kampot Sunny Hotel
Acommodation
Kampot Sunny Hotel
Day 10 : Kampot
Free day to enjoy Kampot. Opt to visit Rabbit Island, sample the famous Kampot peppers or enjoy a seafood feast in Kep.
Free time:
Kampot
Free time to do optional activities in Kampot or visit Kep.
Acommodation
Kampot Sunny Hotel
Optional Activities - Day 10
Rabbit Island Excursion
Kampot
Visit this undeveloped tropical island to enjoy beautiful white sand beaches. Walk the island’s perimetre passing beaches and mangroves along the way (about 3 hours).
Kep Excursion
Kep
Take in the charm of this seaside resort, home to a beautiful National Park and friendly residents. Be sure to enjoy a seafood meal, including local fresh crabs.
Cycle Tour
Kampot
Join the tour and hop on a bike – it’s one of the best ways to see Kampot and the countryside.
Sunset Cruise
Kampot
Kick back, relax, and enjoy the water views on this peaceful cruise into the sunset.
Acommodation
Kampot Sunny Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 11 : Kampot/Koh Rong
Transfer to Sihanoukville then take a boat ride to your own private beach on Koh Rong. Check in and go for a swim in the warm waves before relaxing with a drink on the beach.
Travel to Koh Rong and feast on local seafood, or just sit back in a deck chair and let the waves splash gently at your feet.
Please note that during monsoon season (between June to October), this itinerary may be subject to change based on weather conditions. If heavy rains and flooding prevent our boat from safely travelling to Koh Rong island, we will provide alternate activities and accommodations in a nearby town.
Our accommodations at Koh Rong will be in twin-share private beach huts. On the island, our accommodations are basic: rooms are cooled with electric fans, and there is no air-conditioning or laundry service onsite.
Private Vehicle
Kampot - Sihanoukville 2h 100km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ferry
Sihanoukville - Koh Rong 1h
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Acommodation
Scarlet Sails Resort
Acommodation
Scarlet Sails Resort
Meals Included:
Breakfast
Day 12 : Koh Rong
Swim, relax by the beach or opt to go fishing, hiking or kayaking. On nights without a large moon opt to swim in a sea of blue sparkles caused by phosphorescent plankton.
Our accommodations at Koh Rong will be in twin-share private beach huts. On the island, our accommodations are basic: rooms are cooled with electric fans, and there is no air-conditioning or laundry service onsite.
Free time:
Koh Rong
Free time to enjoy paradise. Take a look at life under the water with a snorkelling trip or just hang around on the beach.
Acommodation
Scarlet Sails Resort
Acommodation
Scarlet Sails Resort
Day 13 : Koh Rong/Phnom Penh
Travel to Phnom Penh and hop on a city cyclo tour. Use some free time to explore.
Opt for a drink in one of the many riverside cafés.
Ferry
Koh Rong - Sihanoukville 1h
Get to the next spot on your route aboard a convenient and efficient ferry boat.
Private Vehicle
Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh 4h - 5h 230km
Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Phnom Penh Cyclo Tour
Phnom Penh 1h - 1h
Settle in a traditional cyclo and depart from Wat Phnom. Tour busy streets to soak up the real vibe of the city. Pass the post office and Van's restaurant, both stunning colonial buildings, and make your way to the Royal Palace and National Museum. Go along the riverside road and take in the atmospheric cafes that line the street.
Free time:
Phnom Penh Afternoon
Explore any of the places of interest that caught your eye on the cyclo tour or visit one of the local museums.
Acommodation
Sim Boutique Hotel
Acommodation
Sim Boutique Hotel
Day 14 : Phnom Penh
Depart at any time.
Meals Included:
Breakfast
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