This Cambodia in 10 days tour offers an extensive look at Cambodia’s rich history and vibrant culture over ten days. You’ll start by admiring the majestic temples of Angkor, followed by a visit to the “floating villages” on Tonlé Sap Lake. Then, spend two nights in Phnom Penh before setting off to cycle through the lush countryside. You’ll also visit the bustling seafood markets in Kampot and wrap up your journey in the coastal resort town of Kep, completing your Cambodian adventure.
Upon your arrival in Siem Reap, our driver will pick you up and transfer you to the hotel.
Check in to the hotel and take a short break.
If time permits, you will visit the Ta Prohm – a 12th-century temple full of intricate carvings and sculptures.
Overnight at the hotel in Siem Reap. Free for dinner.
Included: Accommodation, airport pickup, and English-speaking guide.
Spend a full day exploring the Angkor temples. Start at the stunning South Gate of Angkor Thom, then move on to the Bayon Temple, famous for its 54 towers adorned with large, serene faces carved in relief. Continue to Baphoun Temple, which symbolizes the mythical Mount Meru and features intricate bas-relief depictions of apsaras (divine nymphs). Next, take in the Terrace of the Leper Kings and the Terrace of Elephants, and visit the Royal Bathing Pool of Sra Srang.
Bayon Temple
Have lunch at a local restaurant.
In the afternoon, explore the notable temples of the “Grand Circuit” outside of Angkor Thom. Begin at Preah Khan, noted for its massive stone garudas on the walls. Next, visit Ta Som, renowned for its well-preserved towers featuring images of Avalokiteshvara and a distinctive eastern gate engulfed by a strangler fig.
Continue to Eastern Mebon, guarded by life-sized elephant statues, and conclude at the pyramid-shaped Pre Rup, approached via a lion-guarded staircase.
After a memorable day, return to your hotel to relax and enjoy your evening.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Wake up early today to admire a breathtaking sunrise over Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world, from the vantage point of the reflecting pond. After the sunrise, take your time to explore the temple’s extensive carvings, including over 3,000 depictions of apsaras.
After that, return to your hotel for a late breakfast and then set out through the picturesque Cambodian countryside to Banteay Srei. This well-preserved pink sandstone temple is dedicated to Shiva and is adorned with intricate carvings that illustrate scenes from the Ramayana.
Banteay Srei Temple
Stop at a nearby village for lunch with traditional nam ben chok rice noodles.
In the afternoon, on your way back to Siem Reap, stop at the APOPO Visitor Centre. There, you’ll meet the “HeroRATS,” giant African rats trained to detect landmines that are still scattered throughout Cambodia’s fields. Learn about the training processes and see a demonstration of a HeroRAT in action.
The remainder of the afternoon and evening is yours to enjoy Siem Reap at your own pace.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
Leave Siem Reap for Tonlé Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, famous for its “floating villages” like Kompong Khleang. Here, you’ll get a glimpse of the local lifestyle before enjoying lunch in a traditional wooden house. Your journey continues to Kampong Kdei to see the ancient Spean Praptos Bridge, the world’s largest corbelled stone-arch bridge, adorned with sculptures of nine-headed nagas (mythical creatures that are part human and part cobra).
Spean Praptos Bridge
Your next stop is the quaint town of Skuon, where the more adventurous might sample the local specialty – deep-fried tarantulas – at the town market.
Later in the afternoon, you’ll arrive in Phnom Penh, the capital city. After checking into your hotel, the evening is yours to enjoy.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
This morning, explore the Royal Palace complex in Phnom Penh, which was constructed in 1866 by King Norodom. Noteworthy within the complex is the Silver Pagoda, so named for its 5,000 silver floor tiles. Make sure to see the life-sized gold Maitreya Buddha, adorned with over 2,000 diamonds. Following this, visit the National Museum where you’ll find an impressive collection of Khmer sculptures and pre-Angkorian artifacts.
Phnom Penh’s National Museum
After immersing yourself in history, have lunch at the vibrant Central Market, an art deco structure built in 1937 with a striking domed roof and various stalls.
In the afternoon, the Champey Academy of Arts awaits you. This art school, run by the local Kasumisou Foundation NGO, focuses on uplifting disadvantaged children by teaching them traditional Cambodian arts. Here, you will be treated to a performance of classical Apsara dancing.
The rest of the evening is yours to delve into the nightlife of Phnom Penh, enjoying your last night in the capital city as you wish.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast at the hotel, you check out and embark on a scenic drive to Kampot – the next destination of your Cambodia in 10 days tour.
Check in to the hotel in Kampot and take a short break.
In the late afternoon, our driver will pick you up for a scenic river cruise on the Kampong Bay River. You will admire the iconic Old French Bridge, pass through Cham Muslim villages, and watch the sunset behind Bokor Mountain.
Kampong Bay River
Return to the hotel to stay the night.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, Meals: breakfast, dinner.
Today, embark on a delightful and easy bicycle tour around the Kampot countryside with an expert guide. Venture into the rice paddies where you’ll learn about rice production and the making of rice noodles and cakes. You’ll even have the opportunity to try making the noodles yourself!
Kampot countryside
The afternoon is yours to explore Kampot at your leisure, perhaps visiting the local market, a hub for durian vendors.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast.
This morning, take a brief journey inland to La Plantation, a renowned spice plantation in Kampot, celebrated for its extensive pepper production. During your visit, explore the grounds and learn about the cultivation of various aromatic plants including chilies, ginger, and peppercorns in shades of green, black, white, and red. Enjoy a scenic ride through the local countryside in a thatched cart pulled by water buffalo, including a visit to Secret Lake, a favorite spot for the buffalo to bathe.
After enjoying lunch at the plantation, return through Kampot to Kep for a two-night stay. Check in to the hotel in Kep and enjoy your free time.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
After breakfast, make your way to Kep’s vibrant Crab Market, bustling with vendors offering live blue-legged crabs housed in wooden baskets along the shoreline, as well as a variety of prawns, squid, and freshly caught fish.
Next, head to the pier and board a local boat for a trip to Koh Tonsai – also known as Rabbit Island. This tranquil, beach-lined island is perfect for spending a few hours sunning, snorkeling, or lounging in a hammock tied between palm trees. Alternatively, you can explore the island’s perimeter via a narrow hiking trail.
Koh Tonsai (Rabbit Island)
Enjoy a seafood BBQ lunch on the island and take some time to unwind before heading back to Kep by boat in mid-afternoon.
The rest of the day and evening are yours to enjoy at your pace.
Included: Accommodation, transportation, English-speaking guide, Meals: breakfast, lunch.
You may have a free morning in Kep depending on your departure flight.
Then, our driver will transfer you to the airport in Phnom Penh for your flight back home. End of 10 days in Cambodia.
Included: Airport drop-off and breakfast at the hotel.
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