Cambodia Essentials

You have the option of booking your flights separately or contacting us quickly and easily via WhatsApp for a personalized flight offer. If you book your flight yourself, please plan your journey so that you arrive at the airport in the afternoon to start our Cambodia adventure together in the evening. If you add the flight to your booking, we will be happy to take care of it for you.

After landing at the airport in Siem Reap, your guide and driver will be waiting to take you to your accommodation today. Head to your first accommodation and freshen up after your trip. After you have had time to arrive relaxed, you will have the opportunity to get to know your fellow travelers at the first dinner together. In the evening, you have the opportunity to go to Pub Street together and get to know the city.

Dinner and welcome drinks

Private transfer (approx. 10 km/15 min.)

The Twizt - Lifestyle Hostel

Your highlight today: Take part in a Buddhist blessing!

Join us on a two-day adventure unlike any other, combining culture, craziness and local hospitality! The first day begins with a fascinating market tour that will immerse you in the vibrant colors and flavors of Siem Reap. We then visit a tranquil pagoda to attend a blessing and gain an insight into Buddhism.

After this eventful morning, we hop into the tuk tuks and set off on an adventure. On the way, we learn about the art of rice wine making and of course there's a tasting too! Time for the highlight: brace yourselves, it's time to learn how to drive a tuk-tuk! We continue our adventure and head to Kampong Khleang, a charming floating village where you can immerse yourself in local life! Spend the night in an authentic homestay and end the day with a barbecue and perhaps a glass of rice wine.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner

private transfer (approx. 55 km/1 hour)

 Homestay with a host family

Your highlight today: Experience the magic of the small town of Bakong and the "Floating Village"!

Wake up to the sound of the village and start the day with a hearty breakfast! After a refreshing coffee break, we hop on a bike for a scenic ride through Bakong village. The adventure ends with a relaxing dip in the pool before we return to Siem Reap, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Cambodia's rich culture and breathtaking landscapes.

OptionalService project in a school in Kampong Khleang (depending on availability and the needs of the school)

Breakfast, lunch

private transfer (approx. 55 km/1 hour)

The Twizt - Lifestyle Hostel

Your highlight today: Sunrise tour through Angkor Wat

Today we set off in tuk tuks at 5:30 a.m. for sunrise. We reach the mystical Srah Sarong or "King's Bath" at around 6 am, just in time to see the sunrise over the water and the temples. After sunrise, we cross the road to visit the fabulous jungle temple of Ta Prohm first. Ta Prohm is particularly impressive in the early morning, when you can just hear the sounds of the jungle before the crowds arrive.
The Angkor Archaeological Park is one of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia, if not the world. The park stretches over 400 km2, including forested areas, and is home to the magnificent remains of the various capitals of the Khmer Empire from the 9th to 15th centuries. You could spend weeks exploring the ruins, but on this day tour we have the opportunity to see all the highlights.
After Ta Prohm, we visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, where you can take a quiet, optional 1 km walk along the wall and through the jungle to a hidden temple to enjoy your breakfast packet. We then visit the temples of Bayon, Baphuon and the Terrace of the Elephants and the Leper King. The early afternoon is reserved for a visit to the main temple Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is one of mankind's greatest achievements and the intricate carvings in the temple of Angkor Wat show the skill of the Khmer master builders. It was built in the jungle in the early 12th century and mysteriously abandoned by the Khmer civilization two centuries later. Today, Angkor Wat is the main reason for tourists to visit Cambodia. After a long day of exploration, we return to Siem Reap. The rest of the day is at leisure and can be spent relaxing.

  Breakfast

Private transfer (approx. 10 km/15 min.)

The Twizt - Lifestyle Hostel

Your highlight today: Visit the temples of Sambor Prei Kuk!

After breakfast, we meet our tour guide in the hotel lobby and start our journey to Kampong Thom. Once there, we continue our journey for about 30 minutes to Sambor Prei Kuk to drive through local villages and rice fields.
After lunch in a local restaurant, we visit Sambor Prei Kuk, which was the capital of the Chenla Kingdom.
The ruins are widely scattered and as Sambor Prei Kuk is rarely visited we will have enough time and space to explore. We will visit the three main temple complexes Prasat Sambor, Prasat Tor and Prasat Yeah Puon on foot and enjoy the beautiful ruins in peace. After the temple tour, we will visit a noodle village. Many of the families make Khmer noodles as a basic income. On this tour, we will meet a family that makes noodles and our guide will explain the production process to us. Afterwards, we can try making the noodles ourselves and enjoy them afterwards.
After visiting the village, we continue our journey to Phnom Penh.

Breakfast, lunch

Private transfer (approx. 400km/7 - 8 hours)

 Home Chic Hotel

Your highlight today: Explore Tuol Sleng Prison and learn about the country's history!

Beautiful historic buildings, aromatic street food on every corner, endless markets and monks walking past you on the streets. Phnom Penh is not just another metropolis - it's old Asia. This fascinating city with a dark history of war and unrest is now full of vibrancy and warmth.

Today we go to the sacred site of Wat Phnom, where a stupa and a small pagoda from the 14th century await us. It is the highest religious building in the city. We continue to Tuol Sleng Prison, which is housed in a high school, to gain an insight into the devastating atrocities that took place during the Marxist movement in Cambodia. This excursion may be harrowing for some, but it is an important piece of Cambodia's recent past. Afterwards, we take part in an excursion to Choeng Ek, also known as the "Killing Fields", located just outside the city.

In the late afternoon, we are picked up from the hotel and take a tuk tuk to the riverside of Phnom Penh, where we board a traditional slow boat. On one side of the river lies bustling Phnom Penh with its tall commercial buildings and on the other side the traditional countryside with Buddhist pagodas. We also pass some local riverside villages with traditional floating houses and markets. After an enjoyable cruise on the river, we return to the city and take a walk along the riverside back to the hotel.

Breakfast

Private transfer (approx. 2 km/ 30 minutes)

 Home Chic Hotel

Your highlight today: Water activities and relaxation!

Nestled between breathtaking mountains and lush greenery, this riverside town is the perfect place to escape. Unwind with your friends - swing up on ropes, laze on footbridges and sip refreshing slushies.
Enjoy the sun with a cool beer or explore the calm river in a kayak. Take a refreshing dip or test your courage on "The Blob" - be prepared for a giggling take-off and a splashy landing (bikini safety not guaranteed!).
From sun-kissed skin to adrenaline-filled thrills, Kampot offers the perfect blend of leisure and excitement.

Breakfast

Private transfer (approx. 160 km/ 3 hours)

The Square Kampot Hotel

Your highlight today: Learn all about Cambodian cuisine during a cooking course!

Today, embark on a captivating journey that begins with a visit to a famous pepper plantation. Discover the secrets of growing and processing the famous Kampot pepper, known for its unique taste and aroma. Learn from experienced growers who share their knowledge and passion for this prized spice. Afterwards, we can immerse ourselves in the vibrant world of Cambodian cuisine during a cooking class. Under the guidance of local experts, we uncover the culinary secrets of preparing authentic Khmer dishes. Put your newly acquired skills to the test as you prepare a delicious lunch using fresh, local ingredients and traditional techniques.

Savor the fruits of your labor as you enjoy your delicious feast in a convivial atmosphere. After we have eaten our fill of culinary delights, we can relax and recharge our batteries on the comfortable transfer back to Kampot.

Breakfast, lunch

private transfer (approx. 25 km/40 min.)

The Square Kampot Hotel

Your highlight today: Go snorkeling and explore the underwater world!

Get ready to swap your everyday life for paradise! Today we are embarking on an exciting journey to the enchanting island of Koh Rong. There you have three days to recover from the experiences of the last few days and really switch off. Relax on the beach, go snorkeling in the sea and enjoy the sunset with a fresh coconut. You can really unwind here!

On the last day of your trip, you can review the days over a farewell dinner and round off the evening with your new friends. Enjoy a beautiful sunset on the island one last time before heading back to the mainland the next day.

OptionalSnorkeling tour (incl. 2 drinks, BBQ on the boat, snorkeling)

Breakfast

Boat trip (approx. 1 hour)

Mad Monkey

The last day of your trip has begun. Enjoy another hearty, traditional breakfast at the hotel before setting off on your return journey. You will be driven to the airport in Phnom Penh, from where you can take your flight home. Use the time at the airport to prepare for your journey home and reflect on the memories of this unforgettable trip. We are already looking forward to the next adventure with you!

Breakfast

Boat trip (approx. 1 hour), private transfer (approx. 4 hours)

You are expected to arrive at the airport at 11:50. If you book your flights separately, you should allow some time for the transfer until your return flight. We look forward to welcoming you back for your next adventure!