We Love —
- Discovering Cambodia’s beautiful temples, beaches and rich history on a seamless 9-night tour.
- Learning about each city and place we visit thanks to our English-speaking guide which joins us for each stage of this magnificent adventure.
- Staying in carefully selected 4 or 5* hotels in Standard Double/Twin Rooms with breakfast included each morning.
- Extending our stay on the white sand beaches of Koh Rong where we can swim in the crystal clear waters and relax by the hotel’s pool.
New Voyage Privé —
Carefully selected by our experts especially for you
Your Itinerary In Brief —
Cambodia is emerging from one of the darkest periods in its history with a unique vitality of spirit and will, hand in hand with a great desire for redemption. And for this new phase of its life, this country can count on its wonders, on the immortal charm of the Angkor temples, on the authenticity and hospitality of its inhabitants, on its magnificent natural parks and on its beaches, which have little to envy to neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam.
In addition, you will have the opportunity to extend your stay at the magnificent beach of Koh Rong, the second-largest island of Cambodia, where you can dive into a fairy sea surrounded by wild nature, then have fun in the evening at the parties on the white sand.
9 nights tour
Day 1: Arrival in Phnom Penh
Day 2: Phnom Penh
Day 3: Phnom Penh - Siem Reap
Day 4: Siem Reap - Banteay Srei - Banteay Samre - Ta Prhom
Day 5: Siem Reap - Angkor Temple - Angkor Wat at sunset
Day 6: Siem Reap - Floating village on Tonle Sap Lake
Day 7: Siem Reap - Battambang
Day 8: Battambang
Day 9: Battambang - Phnom Penh
Day 10: Leave Phnom Penh
Possible extension on Koh Rong beach:
3 nights
Day 10: Phnom Penh - Land transfer - Koh Rong
Day 11 and 12: Koh Rong - Free time at the beach
Day 13: Koh Rong - Land transfer - Phnom Penh - Departure
OR
5 Nights
Day 10: Phnom Penh - Land Transfer - Koh Rong
Days 11-14: Koh Rong - Free time at the beach
Day 13: Koh Rong - Land Transfer - Phnom Penh - Departure
Please note that the order of the programme may be subject to change without affecting the quality of your stay.
Your Itinerary In Detail —
9-night tour
Day 1: Phnom Penh
Upon arrival at the airport in Phnom Penh, meet and greet and transfer from the airport to the hotel in the city centre (**Note: Please check your name on a welcome sign under the Voyage Privé logo as you exit the airport).
Check-in at the hotel and the rest of the day is free for you to rest after a long journey.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 2: Phnom Penh - City tour (Breakfast/Lunch)
Once known as the "Pearl of Asia", Phnom Penh was one of the most beautiful cities in the region. Located at the confluence of the Mekong River, Phnom Penh has been the capital of Cambodia for most of the last six centuries. Rich in history, the city offers many cultural and historical sites to discover.
Start your day with a visit to the Royal Palace, originally built in 1866 by the grandfather of the current King of Cambodia. The palace is a complex of splendid royal buildings with classical Khmer roofs, ornate gilding and intricate defensive wall layouts, featuring a great mix of Khmer architecture and a slight French touch. It includes the official residence of the royal family and parts of the huge palace compound, partially open to the public.
Head to the nearby Silver Pagoda, which houses many national treasures, including numerous gold and jewelled Buddha statues. Perched on the grounds of the royal palace, it is the country's most sacred temple.
Take time to learn more about the turbulent years of the Khmer Rouge with a visit to Tuol Sleng, a high school turned interrogation prison known as S-21 during the Khmer Rouge era and now a genocide museum dedicated to presenting the sad story of the thousands of innocent Cambodians who were tortured within its walls. Visit the museum, passing through the buildings' narrow corridors and former classrooms for a glimpse into Cambodia's turbulent past.
Continue to the hillside temple of Wat Phnom, which gave its name to the Cambodian capital. The temple was originally built to preserve four Buddha statues that were discovered in the heart of the Mekong River. Visit the temple surrounded by huge trees and mischievous monkeys as you listen to the legend of Madame Penh, the city's founder.
Access the pier for a good view towards the Mekong and Tonle Sap River.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 3: Phnom Penh - Fly to Siem Reap (Breakfast)
Free time until transfer to the airport for internal flight to Siem Reap.
On arrival at Siem Reap airport, meet and greet by our driver and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
The evening is your free time to stroll the streets of lively pubs or shop at the Angkor night market.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 4: Siem Reap - Banteay Srei - Banteay Samre - Ta Prhom (Breakfast/Lunch)
Your guide will pick you up to explore the complex Angkor.
- Banteay Srei translates as "the citadel of women", a site of interest to almost everyone. The particular charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and excellence of decorative carving.
- Banteay Srame, the 12th century Hindu temple often compared to a mini Angkor Wat. The rose-coloured sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs, which are among the most accomplished things Angkor has to offer.
We continue to visit the fabulous Ta Prohm embraced by the roots of huge trees and gigantic vines.
- Prasat Kravan - with its unique brick carvings.
- Srah Srang - The Royal Baths were once used for ritual bathing.
- Banteay Kdei (surrounded by four concentric walls).
- Pre Rup - Last stop to watch the sunset.
Return to the hotel. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 5: Siem Reap - Majestic Angkor temples by tuk tuk (Breakfast/Lunch)
Spend this morning with your guide, discovering the Angkor complex like a local. Depart from your hotel by tuk tuk on shaded roads. Drive through the jungle passing local villages and local shops. This is a very special day of movement as you explore some of the most beautiful temples in Angkor. You will visit the western entrance to Angkor Thom - uncovered by the mass of tourists.
The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century)
See the southern entrance, Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara
The Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas
The Terrace of Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King
In the afternoon, visit the famous temple Angkor Wat, a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendour. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the walls of the outer gallery and tells stories of Hindu mythology. It is an ideal place for sunset.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 6: Siem Reap - Floating Village on Tonle Sap Lake (1/2 day) (Breakfast)
The charming town of Siem Reap is defined by the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO listed site, and the Tonle Sap Lake, where life is simple and slow, with people living on the water, close to nature. For the locals, life on the water is the greatest traditional culture that must be preserved before the rapid development of modern society.
Located 18 kilometres from downtown Siem Reap, Kampong Phluk is one of the most impressive and unspoiled permanent settlements on Tonle Sap Lake. Home to over 3,000 villagers, this charming village allows you to see the submerged mangrove forest and lakeside village life up close. Board the local boat and set off on a relaxing and informative cruise. Immerse yourself in nature and get a glimpse of the diverse village life on the lake as your boat glides between mangroves, stilt houses, the floating school and the police station. Watch floating life unfold as it does everywhere else in Cambodia. Have your camera ready to capture the panoramic view of the Tonle Sap Lake, local women or children crossing the river channel, or the villagers selling and buying goods at a makeshift floating market.
**Note: The boat trip on the Tonle Sap is not recommended during the dry season (March to August) due to the lack of water for navigation. During this period, this tour can be replaced by the Siem Reap countryside tour, the programme below:
Take a tuk tuk to explore one of the local villages, where you can see the daily activities of the locals.
Take a walk through the village to meet shy, but humble villagers. Many children and adults will offer friendly smiles and "hello" during your visits to their village.
Visit a local market where you will discover an unfamiliar mix of colours, smells and sounds as you wander the small alleys and meet some friendlier Khmer people selling and buying a variety of foods and households.
Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 7: Siem Reap - Battambang (Breakfast/Lunch)
After breakfast at the hotel, departure for the road to Battambang.
Arrival at Puok village, 15 km from Siem Reap, stop to visit the PUOK National Silk Centre - founded by an NGO in Puok with the aim of reviving Cambodian silk productions. Continue to visit Les Chantiers Ecole - a handicraft centre located in the centre of the town. It was founded in 1992 and its mission is to revive ancient Khmer art. Once there, you will have the opportunity to see young people learning wood carving, weaving, stone carving.
Visit the mulberry plantation and silkworm farm where you will learn about all the stages of silk breeding and manufacturing.
Lunch in a local restaurant along the road.
Arrival in Battambang in the afternoon. Walk around town to explore Battambang, a large city along the Steung Sanke River, where you can take beautiful pictures of elegant French colonial style buildings.
Overnight in Battambang.
Day 8: Battambang - Tours (Breakfast/Lunch)
A day to discover the charming city of Battambang.
Visit the provincial museum and pagoda before heading to the 11th century temple of Wat Ek Phnom. You will pass through traditional villages along the way to watch family rice cakes being made and chat with locals about daily life. Visit a local farm - Prasat Phnom Banan Vineyard - producing local wine.
Drive to the Phnom Banan area which is home to a variety of tropical fruits and fresh vegetables. After the rainy season, local farmers grow all kinds of vegetables along the fertile river banks. Talk to the local farmers to learn more about their farming life while tasting the seasonal tropical fruits.
Climb 358 steps to reach the 12th century Prasat Banan temple. Enjoy wonderfully peaceful panoramic views of the fertile plains dotted with sugar palms, rice fields and small villages. Enjoy the sunset over the surrounding countryside.
Enjoy one of the most unique train journeys in the world, the Battambang Bamboo Train. Built by local villagers to transport goods and people, this basic "four-wheel drive bamboo platform" is powered by a small engine. Enjoy this special ride on what the locals call the "norry" through the countryside, meeting locals and observing rural Khmer life along the way.
Overnight in Battambang.
Day 9: Battambang - Phnom Penh (Breakfast/Lunch)
After breakfast, transfer to Phnom Penh by the N5 national road stopping in Pursat province, a province famous for marble, so some of the villagers are carvers.
On the way, 40 km from Pursat, we visit the large floating village of Kompong Luong (about 12,000 inhabitants) on the Tonle Sap lake, by private boat. This floating town has doctors, bars, karaoke, etc.
On the way, visit of a Cham Muslim village. Discover different temples and the three big stupas where the ashes of three former kings are kept. Then visit the most impressive structure of the site, the "18 cubit Buddha Vihara".
Lunch at a local restaurant before taking the same road through the village, the rice fields of Kompong Chhnang province, another province that specializes in the production of special fired pottery. We will stop here to see one of the main activities, fishing.
Arrival in Phnom Penh in the early evening.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Day 10: Phnom Penh - Departure (Breakfast)
Breakfast at your hotel, free time until transfer by our driver to the airport for the flight back home.
3-night extension to Koh Rong beach
Day 10: Phnom Penh - Koh Rong (Breakfast)
Breakfast at your hotel. At 8:30 am, our driver will pick you up and drive you to Sihanouk city and then take a fast boat to Koh Rong island.
Check in at the hotel. Overnight stay in Koh Rong.
Day 11, 12: Koh Rong - Beach Stays (Breakfast)
Breakfast served at the hotel. Two days completely free to relax on the beach or pool.
Overnight stay in Koh Rong.
Day 13: Koh Rong - Phnom Penh - Departure (Breakfast)
Breakfast at your hotel, free time until transfer by our driver to Phnom Penh airport (about 5-6 hours drive) for your flight back home.
5-night extension to Koh Rong beach
Day 10: Phnom Penh - Koh Rong (Breakfast)
Breakfast at your hotel. At 8:30 am, our driver will pick you up and drive you to Sihanouk city and take a fast boat to Koh Rong island.
Day 11, 12, 13, 14: Koh Rong - Beach Stay (Breakfast)
Breakfast served at the hotel. Four days completely free to relax on the beach or pool.
Overnight stay in Koh Rong.
Day 15: Koh Rong - Phnom Penh - Departure (Breakfast)
Breakfast at your hotel, free time until transfer by our driver to Phnom Penh airport (about 5-6 hours drive) for your flight back home.
Your Hotels —
HAND-PICKED JUST FOR YOU
Maximum room capacity
During your stay, you will rest in comfortable Standard Double/Twin Rooms in carefully selected 4* or 5* hotels according to the programme. A Superior Room category can be requested depending on availability and for an additional fee.
In Phnom Penh: Sun and Moon Urban Hotel 4 * or Palace Gate Hotel & Resort 5 * (or similar)
In Battambang: Battambang Resort 4* (or similar)
In Siem Reap: Sakmut Boutique Hotel & Spa 4* or Borei Angkor Resort & Spa 5* (or similar)
In Koh Rong with 3 or 5 nights beach extension: Koh Rong Sok San Beach Resort 4* or The Royal Sands Resort 5* (or similar)
Your Dining Choices
Your board basis will be as per itinerary (breakfast along with the meals mentioned in the programme).
Your Journey to Cambodia —
Flights:
You may choose from Economy, Premium or Business class flights on sectors that they operate, at the next stage of the booking process. The flights included are with either a scheduled or no-frills airline and are subject to live availability and prices can change. You can choose your preferred departure times during the booking process. Please select your flight options carefully as departure and arrival airports may differ.
Transfers:
Return airport transfers are included in this offer for flight-inclusive bookings. Inter-hotel transfers are included throughout. For inbound transfer arrangements please confirm with your transfer provider when you arrive. Alternatively, please check with the reception of your accommodation. If you still require assistance, please call the transfer provider directly.
