Cambodia Ultimate Adventure
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.
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Day 1 - Phnom Penh
There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting.
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.
Accommodation
- Pacific Hotel (or similar)
Day 2 - Phnom Penh
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 activity - 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.
Use free time to explore some of the palaces, temples and museums in the city.
Accommodation
- Pacific Hotel (or similar)
Meals included
Optional Activities
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.
Silver Pagoda Visit - Phnom Penh
Tour the Royal Palace complex to see the neighbouring 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.
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.
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.
Day 3 - Phnom Penh/Battambang
Upon arrival, explore the riverside city for a few hours before dinner.
Meals included
Private Vehicle transport - Phnom Penh – Battambang, 5h-6h - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Enjoy free time in the evening and head out and explore.
Accommodation
- Star Hotel BBM (or similar) Guesthouse
Optional Activities
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’).
Day 4 - Battambang/Siem Reap
Spend the morning on an optional motorcycle tour of the countryside, visiting temples, local cottage industries, and the unique Bamboo Train. If cooking is more your speed 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 in the morning to explore or perhaps take a cooking class.
Private Vehicle transport - Battambang – Siem Reap, 2h-3h - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
- Apsara Dream Hotel (or similar)
Optional Activities
Motorcycle Tour - Battambang
Tour the Cambodian countryside on two wheels to see temples and local industries. Visit locals making local goods: silk, rice paper, and the popular (but pungent) fish paste.
Cooking Class - Battambang
Refine your culinary skills while learning recipes typical of Khmer cuisine. After, dig in and sample the fruits of your labour.
Day 5 - Siem Reap
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
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.
Accommodation
- Apsara Dream Hotel (or similar)
Meals included
Day 6 - Siem Reap
Spend the day exploring however you wish, there’s so much that you could do! Before enjoying your dinner.
New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant - Siem Reap
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.
Accommodation
- Apsara Dream Hotel (or similar)
Meals included
Optional Activities
Tonle Sap Floating Village - Siem Reap
Tour the floating villages of Tonlé Sap. See what life is like living on a lake — rice planting, pig farming, even attending churches and school, are all done on top of water.
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.
Siem Reap Quad Biking
Ready to ride into the sunset? After a safety briefing and test drive, hop on a nifty quad bike and follow your guide through the scenic countryside surrounding Siem Reap. Pass rice fields, buffalo, temples, and small villages bathed in dusk light as you ride, and be sure to wave hello to friendly locals. Cap off your ride with a stop at a viewpoint to enjoy a memorable Cambodian sunset.
Day 7 - Siem Reap/Kratié
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 transport - Kratié – Siem Reap - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Kratie Boat Trip
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.
Accommodation
- River Dolphin Hotel (or similar)
Meals included
Day 8 - Kratié/Kampong Cham
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 transport - Kratié – Kampong Cham - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
- Monorom VIP Hotel (or similar)
Meals included
Optional Activities
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.
Day 9 - Kampong Cham/Kampot
Drive to Kampot, world-famous for the Kampot pepper and home of Bokor National Park.
Private Vehicle transport - Kampong Cham – Kampot, 5h-6h - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Accommodation
- Kampot Diamond Hotel (or similar)
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.
Accommodation
- Kampot Diamond Hotel (or similar)
Meals included
Optional Activities
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.
Day 11 - Kampot/Koh Rong
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 transport - Kampot – Sihanoukville, 2h - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Ferry transport - Sihanoukville – Koh Rong, 2h - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a private boat.
Accommodation
- Palm Beach Bungalow (or similar) - Beach Resort
Meals included
Day 12 - Koh Rong
Swim, relax by the beach or opt to go snorkelling, 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 to enjoy paradise. Take a look at life under the water with a snorkelling trip or just hang around on the beach.
Accommodation
- Palm Beach Bungalow (or similar) - Beach Resort
Optional Activities
Snorkelling Boat Trip - Sihanoukville
Come on this snorkel adventure to explore Cambodia’s unique reefs and underwater world. See coral-crested ridges that support a wide range of marine life — you may spot moray eels, sting rays or dolphins. The trip includes a stop on a secluded island beach for a seafood barbecue before heading back to shore.
Day 13 - Koh Rong/Phnom Penh
Opt for a drink in one of the many riverside cafés.
Ferry transport - Koh Rong – Sihanoukville, 2h - Get to the next spot on your route aboard a private boat.
Private Vehicle transport - Sihanoukville – Phnom Penh, 4h-5h - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.
Phnom Penh Cyclo Tour - Phnom Penh, 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.
Explore any of the places of interest that caught your eye on the cyclo tour or visit one of the local museums with your free time.
Accommodation
Pacific Hotel (or similar)
Day 14 - Phnom Penh
After breakfast your Cambodia Adventure comes to an end, depart at any time.
Meals included
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