Cambodia made real

Highlights

• Visit the icons of the Angkor Archaeological Park
• Spend a day temple-touring with a knowledgeable local guide
• Watch the sun set over the enigmatic Angkor Wat

Summary

Little do some people know, ‘Angkor’ is more than just the temples of Angkor Wat. Set off on a full day in the Angkor Archaeological Park with an expert local guide and discover the incredible wonders of ancient Cambodia. Be entranced by 500 years of history while visiting temples including lesser-known hidden gems and the world renowned Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Wat .  

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• Go on a fun, exotic and unique food tour around Phnom Penh.
• Visit the best spots where the locals eat and sample a variety of local food
• Stop by some of Phnom Penh’s iconic landmarks for stories and photos

Summary

Ride around the city in a Cambodian tuktuk and visit a variety of nighttime venues, from classic (and classy) bars to vibrant local restaurants, sampling exotic cocktails and even more exotic cuisine, all of which feature and abundance of fresh and local ingredients. Khmer herbs and spices light up the flavors of striking Cambodian dishes while the bright lights of the city offer unique photo opportunities at some of Phnom Penh’s most renowned landmarks. This is a special city exploration that offers a fun, exotic, and incredibly unique Cambodian culinary experience.   

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• Learn about the problem of landmines in Cambodia in a more optimistic environment.
• Take part in training rats who have learned how to detect explosive devices.
• Ask questions to professionals who can offer insight on a major challenge facing Cambodia.

Summary

Offering a different perspective on the tragic history and current status of landmines in Cambodia, the APOPO visitors centre provides an opportunity to meet giant African rats who have been trained to find explosives for the benefit of many rural communities.

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• Discover the charm of Battambang and its surroundings by bicycle
• Ride through the countryside for a closer look at local life
• Learn about the culture and history of western Cambodia

Summary

See Battambang through the eyes of a local with a guided bicycle tour of the town and its surroundings. Capture the essence of daily life while riding past cottage industries, busy markets and vibrant fields. Stop often to meet with the locals and soak-in the beauty of the countryside.

Highlights

• Take a relaxing and scenic gondola boat ride on the moat surrounding Angkor Thom
• Enjoy canapes and champagne on a private paddle-propelled boat with local oarsman
• Watch the setting sun from a remote temple atop the wall of Angkor Thom

Summary

Either on your first evening at Angkor or after a wonderful tour of the temples, enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on a gondola-style paddle boat. Enjoy Champagne, soft drinks, and canapés as your boat paddles slowly along the ancient moat of Angkor Thom to watch a spectacular sunset at Prasat Chroung temple.   

Highlights

• Zip through the streets of Siem Reap on the back of a Vespa
• Experience a local night out with music, food and drinks
• Get off the beaten track and discover authentic Cambodian life

Summary

Discover the exotic Khmer cuisine and experience local family fun on this fascinating food and drink tour and soak up the Cambodian night time culture. Experience the city with a local on this incredible Siem Reap foodie adventure.  

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• Visit a rescue centre for Sun bears and Asiatic Black bears
• Learn about Cambodia’s efforts to stop wildlife trafficking
• Tour the wildlife rescue center to see exotic wildlife up close.

Summary

A perfect day for animal lovers! Get up close with Cambodia’s exotic wildlife at the Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre. See Asiatic and Black Bears as well as gibbons and elephants rescued from poachers. Meet with the passionate staff and learn about their efforts to end wildlife trafficking in Cambodia.

Highlights

• Learn why Kampot pepper has been named the best pepper in the world by chefs and foodies
• Try cooking using this unique spice and then savouring delicious Khmer cuisine.
• Enjoy lunch overlooking the pastoral countryside.

Summary

Kampot Pepper is renowned throughout the culinary world. Enjoy a leisurely day in the Kampot countryside with a visit to La Plantation pepper farm. Learn about and taste various forms of pepper grown at the farm, learn to cook Khmer cuisine with ingredients fresh from the farm.  

Highlights

• In-depth exploration of Cambodia’s capital
• Delve into the past at the Royal Palace and National Museum
• Visit sombre reminders of the country’s tragic recent history

Summary

Scratch the surface of dynamic Phnom Penh. The Cambodian capital reveals its turbulent history with visits to the stunning National Museum and sombre Killing Fields. Discover the city’s timeless charm at the glittering Royal Palace.

Highlights

• Visit Bousra Ecopark and Waterfall
• Visit Elephant Valley Project
• Discover rural lifestyles of ethnic minorities
• Plant a tree in Koh Trong Island
• Spot Irrawaddy dolphins

Summary

Explore the lesser-traversed eastern provinces of Cambodia. From visiting responsible Elephant Valley Project in Mondulkiri, discovering the traditional lifestyles of rural tribes in Ratanakiri, ziplining in Bousra Ecopark and giving back by planting a tree – this tour covers all grounds from cultural experiences to adrenaline-pumping adventure!

Highlights

• Discover culture and cuisine
• Taste robust local spirits
• Explore colourful food markets
• Feast on the best Khmer dishes
• Rub shoulders with the locals

Summary

From the exotic to the sublime, taste the best of Cambodia cuisine. Follow a culinary trail through Siem Reap and Battambang, seeing the sites and satisfying the stomach. Learn the secrets behind traditional Khmer cuisine with local chefs and feast on sweet and savoury delights at every turn.

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• Embrace Khmer traditions
• Experience rural village life
• Support sustainable tourism
• Meet inspiring local advocates
• Understand Cambodia’s past

Summary

Embrace the wonders of Cambodia and ensure they are here for many years to come. Travel responsibly to experience a culture steeped in tradition yet struggling to overcome a tragic past. Support inspiring locals and organizations working to promote the richness of Khmer heritage and create a better future.

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• Visit Cambodia’s best wildlife sanctuaries
• Spot rare birds and butterflies at Beng Per Sanctuary
• See vultures feed on carcass in Boeng Toal
• Trek and cycle around the natural wonders of North Cambodia

Summary

Catch views of the rarest wildlife species in Beng Per Wildlife Sanctuary and Kulen Prontemp Wildlife Sanctuary. Some to look forward to include the cambodian striped squirrel, the giant ibis, the great slaty woodpecker, the muntjac, the five bar swordtail, the striped black crow and the blue spotted butterfly. There’s much, much more to see in Cambodia’s top sanctuaries. Then witness a great spectacle of vultures feeding on a whole cow before heading off to a spectacular Angkorian jungle-temple. It’s a wildlife exploration that shouldn’t be missed!

Highlights

• Ancient Temples of Angkor Wat
• Luxurious safari-style tent stay
• Enjoy leisurely days on Krabey Island

Summary

Experience the diversity of Cambodian history, culture, and nature that are all weaved together. As an integral part of Cambodian culture, explore Angkor in a unique way, combine with exclusive dining experiences and go on to the jungle-fringed rivers teeming with wildlife and the pristine islands of the southern coast.
 

Highlights

• Take a tethered balloon ride
• Have fun at the photography scavenger hunt
• Bike around the Angkor monuments
• Watch a lively cultural show
• Explore the ‘Tomb Raider’ temple

Summary

Explore Siem Reap on a family holiday that is sure to please everyone, from culture-seeking adults to adventurous kids. Get off the beaten track with a bike ride through the temples of Angkor, experience authentic Cambodian culture in the countryside and be immersed in rich traditions of this timeless land.

Highlights

• See diverse Angkorian temples
• Be enchanted by Khmer culture
• Bike around Battambang
• See Phnom Penh by cyclo
• Unwind at Sihanoukville’s beach

Summary

Go beyond what the guide book says and experience the real Cambodia. Visit remote Angkorian temples steeped in history and explore Battambang’s countryside villages by bike. Witness the graceful movements of Khmer dance and meditate alongside Buddhist monks. This is Cambodia at its best.