Essence of Cambodia
Cambodia - 9 Days
Private Journeys
Journey Details and Highlights
Essence of Cambodia
Day 1: Phnom Penh - Arrival
Welcome to Phnom Penh! Upon arrival, meet your local guide and driver who will transfer you to your hotel. The rest of the evening is at your leisure to relax, unwind, or take a short walk around the hotel area. This is a perfect time to acclimatize and prepare for the exciting days ahead.
Overnight in Phnom PenhDay 2: Phnom Penh (B)
Start your day with a half-day Silk Island Vespa Tour (join-in). Ride through the countryside with an experienced driver, cross the river by ferry, and explore local villages, markets, and temples. Visit traditional silk weaving workshops and learn about Cambodia’s heritage up close. Return to Phnom Penh in the afternoon for a city tour, visiting the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and Wat Phnom to discover the city’s history and architecture. Enjoy the evening at your leisure.
Overnight in Phnom PenhDay 3: Phnom Penh (B/L)
Spend a full day at Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre with the ‘Bear Care Tour’. Walk through the forested compound with caretakers, feed rescued Asiatic bears, and meet other animals including gibbons and elephants. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a bamboo hut before continuing to explore the sanctuary with a wildlife expert. This hands-on experience supports the centre’s conservation efforts and allows you to connect with Cambodia’s diverse wildlife. Return to Phnom Penh in the late afternoon, with the evening free at leisure.
Overnight in Phnom PenhDay 4: Phnom Penh – Siem Reap (B)
Depart Phnom Penh in the morning and stop at Skuon Market to see its famous fried spiders. Continue to the UNESCO-listed Sambor Prei Kuk, an ancient capital and religious site from the 7th century, featuring hundreds of brick and sandstone temples. Explore the remains and learn about the historical significance of this once-powerful center of worship. Arrive in Siem Reap in the late afternoon and settle into your hotel.
Overnight in Siem ReapDay 5: Siem Reap (B)
Begin before dawn with a sunrise tour of Angkor Wat by Remork (tuk-tuk). Enter the temple in near darkness and explore its corridors, bas-reliefs, and upper terraces with a knowledgeable guide. Continue through Angkor Thom, visiting Bayon Temple, the Terrace of the Elephants, the Terrace of the Leper King, Baphuon, Phimeanakas, and Ta Prohm. Enjoy authentic Khmer cuisine for lunch before returning to the hotel to rest and refresh. Spend the evening exploring local markets or relaxing at your leisure.
Overnight in Siem ReapDay 6: Siem Reap (B)
Experience adventure with the Angkor Zipline Gold Eco-Tour, soaring through the forested canopies of the Angkor Archaeological Park. Led by certified guides, this safe and thrilling tour lasts 2–2.5 hours and immerses you in Cambodia’s natural beauty and wildlife. Afterward, the rest of the day is free to relax or explore at your own pace. In the evening, enjoy the Phare Circus Show, a spectacular performance combining theatre, dance, and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories.
Overnight in Siem ReapDay 7: Siem Reap (B/L)
Spend the day on a countryside bike tour through rural villages and red soil roads. Visit a local fish market, Kampong Khleang floating village, and a pagoda island, observing monks and local life. Explore the Vietnamese floating village, seeing floating schools, shops, and homes on the Tonle Sap Lake. Enjoy a Khmer lunch in a local home and interact with villagers along the return route. Conclude the day back in Siem Reap with time to relax at your hotel.
Overnight in Siem ReapDay 8: Siem Reap (B/L)
Take a motorbike tour of Kulen Mountain as a passenger. Explore sacred sites including Poeng Tbal, Prasat Rong Chen, a colorful modern temple, the Bat Cave, and Srah Damrei with its life-size stone elephant. Enjoy a packed lunch along the way and visit Damrei Krap (Kneeling Elephant) and the River of a Thousand Lingas. End the tour with a refreshing swim at Kulen Waterfall before returning to Siem Reap.
Overnight in Siem ReapDay 9: Departure (B)
Your journey concludes today. Enjoy free time at leisure before your transfer to the airport for your departure. We hope you leave with wonderful memories of Cambodia’s culture, history, and natural beauty.
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Included Services
All described sightseeing as in program above
Transportation in private air-conditioned vehicle
Accommodation in hotels with daily breakfast
English-speaking local guides
Admission fees to indicated sights
Meals mentioned in the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
Domestic gov’t tax and service charge
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Excluded Services
International air tickets
Flights & visa fees
Travel Insurance in all kinds
Meals not mentioned in itinerary
Compulsory Meals
Drinks during Meals
Tip, drinks, any personal expenses
Early check-in and late check-out
