5-Day Cultural and Natural Exploration of Cambodia

Day 1: Phnom Penh History

Phnom Penh, Cambodia on July 4, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Brown Coffee

Start your day at Brown Coffee with a strong Cambodian coffee and freshly baked pastries, providing a satisfying and energising start to your first day.
USD5, 1h0m

9:00am

Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda

Explore the stunning Royal Palace complex featuring classic Khmer architecture and the precious Silver Pagoda, open from 8:00am to 11:00am and 1:00pm to 5:00pm.
USD10, 2h0m

11:30am

National Museum of Cambodia

Discover Cambodia’s rich heritage with the extensive collection of Khmer artifacts and sculptures, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
USD5, 1h30m

1:00pm

Lunch at Friends the Restaurant

Enjoy delicious contemporary Khmer cuisine in a social enterprise setting that supports disadvantaged youth. Open 11:30am to 10:00pm.
USD12, 1h0m

2:30pm

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

A sobering but essential visit to learn about Cambodia’s tragic recent history, open daily 8:00am to 5:30pm.
USD5, 1h30m

5:00pm

Walk along the Riverside Park

Unwind with an evening stroll by the Tonle Sap and Mekong river junction, enjoying local vendors and sunset views.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Romdeng Restaurant

Dine on traditional Cambodian dishes in a charming colonial villa, supporting rehabilitation projects. Open 11:30am to 10:00pm.
USD15, 1h30m
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Day 2: Siem Reap Temples

Siem Reap, Cambodia on July 5, 2025

6:00am

Flight to Siem Reap

Catch a morning domestic flight from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (approx. 1 hour).
USD50, 1h0m

7:30am

Breakfast at Sister Srey Cafe

Enjoy healthy and tasty breakfast options with fresh smoothies and coffee in a relaxed cafe popular among locals and tourists.
USD6, 1h0m

8:30am

Angkor National Museum

Visit this museum to gain an insightful introduction to the history and significance of the Angkor temples, open 8:30am to 6:00pm.
USD12, 1h30m

10:00am

Angkor Wat Temple Tour

Explore the majestic Angkor Wat temple complex, open 5:00am to 6:00pm, and marvel at the stunning bas-reliefs and architecture.
USD37 for 1-day pass, 3h30m

1:30pm

Lunch at Marum

Savour fusion Cambodian cuisine with a focus on fresh ingredients while supporting a social enterprise restaurant. Open 11:30am to 3:00pm.
USD15, 1h0m

3:00pm

Bayon Temple and Angkor Thom

Visit the iconic Bayon Temple with its smiling stone faces and explore the ancient city of Angkor Thom, open until 6:00pm.
Included in Angkor pass, 2h0m

5:30pm

Sunset at Phnom Bakheng

Climb Phnom Bakheng hill to watch a spectacular sunset over the temple ruins and surrounding jungle, sunset approx. 6:30pm.
Included in Angkor pass, 1h0m

7:30pm

Dinner at Chanrey Tree

Experience exquisite Khmer cuisine in an elegant traditional setting, open from 11:00am to 10:00pm.
USD20, 1h30m
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Day 3: Angkor Temples Exploration

Siem Reap, Cambodia on July 6, 2025

6:00am

Breakfast at The Blue Pumpkin

Start your day with a delicious bakery-style breakfast and coffee in a popular international cafe chain open from 6:00am onwards.
USD7, 1h0m

7:00am

Ta Prohm Temple Visit

Explore Ta Prohm, famous for the giant trees growing over the ruins, open 5:00am to 6:00pm, an evocative highlight of the Angkor complex.
Included in Angkor pass, 2h0m

9:30am

Preah Khan Temple

Discover another fascinating temple with less crowd and beautiful carvings, contributing to Cambodia’s rich spiritual heritage.
Included in Angkor pass, 1h30m

11:30am

Lunch at Viroth’s

Enjoy creative Cambodian dishes in a stylish colonial house setting, open 11:30am to 2:30pm and 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
USD18, 1h0m

1:00pm

Banteay Srei Temple

Visit the pink sandstone temple known for its intricate carvings, located about 25km from Siem Reap, open until 6:00pm.
Included in Angkor pass, 2h30m

4:00pm

Relax at hotel or local spa

Take time to relax and rejuvenate at your hotel or book a traditional Khmer massage in Siem Reap town.
USD20-40, 2h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Malis Restaurant

Dine on authentically prepared Cambodian dishes with excellent service in an elegant setting, open 11:30am to 2:30pm and 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
USD25, 1h30m
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Day 4: Tonle Sap Lake

Siem Reap, Cambodia on July 7, 2025

7:30am

Breakfast at Temple Coffee

Fuel up with excellent coffee and light breakfast options at this popular local cafe open from 7:00am.
USD6, 1h0m

8:30am

Tonle Sap Floating Village Tour

Take a guided boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake to explore floating villages and experience local lake life. Tours usually last 3-4 hours; book in advance.
USD25, 4h0m

1:00pm

Lunch at Khmer Kitchen Restaurant

Enjoy traditional Khmer dishes freshly prepared with local ingredients in a relaxed atmosphere, open 11:00am to 9:30pm.
USD12, 1h0m

2:30pm

Artisans Angkor Workshop

Visit this workshop and gallery showcasing skilled artisans creating traditional crafts, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
Free, 1h30m

4:30pm

Siem Reap Old Market

Browse local handicrafts, souvenirs and food stalls at the vibrant Old Market before your evening.
Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Haven

Support a charity restaurant while enjoying delicious Western and Khmer food in a cosy garden setting, open from 6:00pm.
USD15, 1h30m
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Day 5: Kampong Thom History

Kampong Thom, Cambodia on July 8, 2025

6:30am

Early Breakfast at Hotel

Have a packed or early breakfast at your hotel before departing for Kampong Thom.
Included in hotel stay, 0h30m

7:00am

Drive to Kampong Thom

Travel by road to Kampong Thom (approx. 3-4 hours), a historic province known for Sambor Prei Kuk temples.
USD40 for private transport, 4h0m

11:00am

Explore Sambor Prei Kuk Archaeological Site

Tour this pre-Angkorian temple complex, renowned for its ancient brick temples and lesser crowds, open 8:00am to 5:00pm.
USD10, 2h0m

1:30pm

Lunch at a local Khmer Restaurant

Taste traditional local dishes in a nearby village restaurant offering authentic cuisine and ambience.
USD8, 1h0m

2:30pm

Return Drive to Phnom Penh

Head back to Phnom Penh in the afternoon to prepare for your departure the next day.
Included in transport cost, 4h0m

7:00pm

Farewell Dinner at Malis Phnom Penh

Indulge in a final traditional Khmer meal at the esteemed Malis Restaurant in Phnom Penh, open 11:30am to 2:30pm and 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
USD25, 1h30m
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