Compare Highlights of Cambodia With Battambang by Insider Journeys vs Family Fun In Cambodia by Exotic Voyages
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| Duration | 10 days | 11 days |
| Price From | $ 1,990 | $ 2,632 |
| Price Per Day | $ 199 | $ 239 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Luxury |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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Experience the real Cambodia in just ten days. Beyond the highlights of Phnom Penh lies countryside filled with ricepaddies en route to Siem Reap and the temples of Angkor. By torchlight, creep through the little-used eastern gate in a jungle immersed in darkness to come upon dawn’s first rays shining down upon the amazing Angkor Wat. Visit the ancient temples of Sambour Prei Kuk and float on a remote section of Tonle Sap Lake. In Battambang, discover more of Cambodia’s history and some of the country’s best preserved colonial architecture. |
Believe it or not, Cambodia is plenty for a family trip filled with fun activities and great exploration. This country, mainly known for its mature-oriented historical attractions, has more than it takes to keep all ages intrigued. It’s the go-to show of admiration toward the inspirational Angkor ruined city, off-the-beaten-path destinations, delectable cuisine, and joyful cooking class. Your family will explore the country by bike, zipline, boat, and tuk-tuk; and visit inspiring organizations that are trying to preserve the authenticity of Cambodian communities. Experience travel like you have never - one for both experience and utter enjoyment. Immerse in the raw rurality of Cambodia's finest whilst indulging in the offered foreign luxury that just preternaturally fits. |
Days 1-2: PHNOM PENH
Accommodation: The Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel and Spa
On arrival in Phnom Penh, transfer to your hotel. Get to know your traveling companions and tour leader at welcome drinks and a tour briefing on the evening you arrive. Phnom Penh offers up an array of adventures. Discover Phnom Penh's rich French colonial past from the unique front-seat perspective of a traditional cyclo ride and explore its majestic Royal character at the Royal Palace and the ornate Silver Pagoda before visiting the National Museum. Reflect on the Khmer Rouge legacy at Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields and gain fascinating insights into Cambodia's confronting past. Visit the colorful Central Market, then enjoy a drink and appetisers aboard a relaxing sunset cruise on the Mekong River.
Day 3: KAMPONG THOM
Accommodation: Sambor Village Hotel
Gaze out at the colorful Cambodian countryside as you travel north and see traditional rural scenes of farmers driving oxen through paddy fields. Along the way, try the fresh fruit from local market sellers, or brave the local delicacy at Skuon - fried spiders. Discover a local silk farm and see traditional methods of weaving before enjoying a delicious lunch. Explore the ancient ruins of Sambour Prei Kuk, dating back to pre-Angkorian times.
Days 4-6: TONLE SAP LAKE & SIEM REAP
Accommodation: Tara Angkor Hotel
Uncover a remote section of Tonle Sap Lake on a remarkable boat trip before reaching Siem Reap, your base for exploring the incredible temples of Angkor. Rise before dawn to witness the iconic spires of Angkor Wat emerge from the surrounding darkness as the sky turns pink above - an enduring memory. Enjoy a local breakfast in an Angkor cafe and head to Angkor Thom and Bayon by tuk-tuk. Receive a water blessing from a Buddhist monk at the peaceful Tep Pranam Pagoda, and wander amongst the ruins of the atmospheric tree-covered Ta Prohm. The next day, venture to remote Boeng Mealea and Banteay Srei. Stop at a local market at Dom Deak, and visit a landmine museum and a village specializing in making palm sugar and wine. Spend the evening sharing experiences with fellow group members at a group dinner.
Days 7-10: BATTAMBANG & SIEM REAP
Accommodation: Hotel: Stung Sangke Hotel
A delightful drive to Battambang brings you to a rice paper village and a chance to visit Ek Phnom, built in the 11th century and mostly reduced to ruins today. In Battambang, see the charming French-colonial architecture and visit a pagoda where you may have an opportunity to chat with the monks. The next day, head to Phnom Sampow, stopping en route at a rural winery to sample some Cambodian wine. Then, visit Banan temple and take a fun ride on the norry or bamboo train before visiting an ancient house. Return to Siem Reap by road on day 9, stopping to visit Artisans d'Angkor silk farm. On your last day, enjoy free time until your departure transfer.
Day 1 Phnom Penh
Welcome to Phnom Penh - the capital of Cambodia, where the mighty Mekong meets the Tonle Sap and Bassac rivers. You’ll be met and privately transferred to Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra. Spend the rest of the day at leisure.
Hotel: Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
Day 2 Phnom Penh
This morning, set off to discover the city’s charm. Start at The National Museum, a graceful terracotta building. Next, visit the Royal Palace, the official residence of King Sihamoni. Your journey will be continued at Phnom Penh Central Market before going back to the hotel. In the afternoon, explore a local market for street food, an essential part of the city's daily life and culture. Your last stop will be a restaurant where you have a taste of true Khmer cuisine.
Hotel: Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 3 Phnom Penh
Embark on a boat to visit Koh Dach, a peaceful island lying in the Mekong River. Upon arrival, take a bike ride to discover a “real Cambodia” with rural life, green farms, charming pagodas, and wooden houses. On this sleepy island, the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh feel hundreds of years away. Enjoy lunch at a traditional stilt house. Relax in the blissful atmosphere of the island before riding back to the pier.
Hotel: Sofitel Phnom Penh Phokeethra
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 4 Kampong Chhnang
Drive northwest of Phnom Penh Battambang. Stop along the way, at the riverside village of goldsmiths, Oudong, the floating villages in Kampong Chhnang, and Pursat. During your visits, you’ll have a chance to learn about Cambodian craftsmanship, life, and natural landscapes in the villages. Lunch at a local restaurant. Arriving at Battambang Resort, your base for the next three nights. Enjoy a refreshing dive into the saltwater pool or spend the time at your own leisure.
Hotel: Battambang Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 5 Battambang
Today, experience the hidden town of Battambang by bike. Ride through rice paddies, local workshops, colonial houses, and pagodas. Here, get closer to the local life and the village’s daily activities such as knife making and traditional ‘prahok’ making. This afternoon, enjoy a brilliant circus art performance at Phare Ponleu Selpak, or the ‘Brightness of Art’ school.
Hotel: Battambang Resort
Meals: Breakfast
Day 6 Siem Reap
Try Battambang’s unique transportation: the bamboo train. Step up the train, sit on a mat that serves as a seat, and enjoy an experience that takes you nowhere but the place you’ve never experienced. Later, go to a homestay partake in a cooking class. Visit a local market to learn about Khmer exotic spices and vegetables. Returning to learn to cook three traditional Cambodian dishes before sampling the delicious plates that you’ve created.
Hotel: Battambang Resort
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 7 Angkor Wat
For your next part, head to Siem Reap, the star of this Cambodia adventure. On the way, take a boat ride on the Tonle Sap Biosphere Reserve, and spot the rare waterbird at the bird sanctuary of Prek Toal. After lunch, visit a floating village and observe a unique way of life and see how the villagers do farming on the water. Check-in at the hotel. Relax at leisure after the drive.
Hotel: Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 8 Angkor Wat
Sit in a tuk-tuk to Angkor Thom, the former capital of the Khmer Empire. See Bayon Temple with its four giant stone faces, the Baphuon - a mountain temple built Terrace of Elephant and its impressive 350-meter wall. See, too, the 12th century-year-old Terrace of Leper King which is adorned with spectacular Asara sculptures. After lunch, visit the world-famous Angkor Wat. Finish your temple visit at Ta Prohm.
Hotel: Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9 Angkor Wat
This morning, take in a fun activity: flying through the rainforest in a zipline adventure. Your children will love sliding fast through the air and enjoy the thrill and excitement of every ride. In the afternoon, visit Satcha, the first handicraft incubation center that aims to uplift Cambodian craftsmanship. They combine contemporary designs inspired by Khmer rich culture with traditional know-how to create meaningful, eco-friendly, and high-quality handcrafted products.
Hotel: Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast
Day 10 Siem Reap
A half-day exploration of the local life. Start by making traditional rice noodles for your breakfast. Then, continue to help with a delicious Cambodian snack - bamboo sticky rice, and coconut picking. Your last stop is at a family who makes palm leaf handicrafts as a source of income. You can learn to make a craft on your own and bring it home as a special gift from Cambodia.
Hotel: Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast
Day 11 Siem Reap
Transfer to the airport and board your departure flight.
Hotel: Park Hyatt Siem Reap
Meals: Breakfast
