7 Days Phnom Penh, Siem Reap & Koh Rong Sanloem Tour

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, two of the most striking buildings in the capital and among the finest examples of Khmer architecture. Initially constructed in 1866 by the French, the Royal Palace is home to the current King Sihamoni. The neighboring Silver Pagoda has a floor of 5,329 solid silver tiles. Continue to Central Market, where our guide will introduce you to the available local snacks, drinks, and fruits. This landmark building, Psar Thmei, is often called Central Market and is known for its vast domed hall resembling a Babylonian ziggurat.

Return to the hotel for check-out, then drive to Siem Reap. The drive takes about six hours, with stops to visit Spiker Market in Skun and the ancient bridge called Spean Neak in Kampong Kdei. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, check-in at the hotel and enjoy dinner alone.

Breakfast at the hotel.

At 6:30 am, avoid the crowds with a guided visit to Angkor Wat Temple, exploring levels 1, 2, and 3. Discover fine carvings of Apsaras, reflecting the depth of Khmer culture and civilization. Next, visit Srah Srang (the royal pool from the 12th century), and walk through a village to a local house for high tea and a picnic breakfast, including fresh fruits, snacks, coffee, and tea. Continue to Ta Prohm, known as the “Tomb Raider” temple, where nature intermingles with ancient ruins.

Return to the hotel for a lunch break (lunch on your own). In the afternoon, explore Angkor Thom, with its 50-tower temple and iconic carved faces. Enter through the South Gate and walk along the 8m high wall to the less-touristy Death Gate. Visit Phimeanakas and Baphuon temples, and end the afternoon with a visit to Bayon temple. Enjoy the sunset from Phnom Bakheng, offering views of the Western Baray and Angkor Wat. Return to the hotel; dinner on your own.

Early morning transfer to Phnom Krom, 13 km south of Siem Reap, to view the sunrise over rice paddies and the Tonle Sap Lake’s floating village, followed by a picnic breakfast. Take a boat ride to Chong Kneas Floating Village and explore the daily life there. Visit an Artisan Dangkor workshop before returning to the hotel for lunch (on your own).

At 3 pm, meet your guide and scooter driver (or tuk-tuk if preferred) to visit Krabei Riel Village, where you’ll observe local activities like farming and weaving. At Mr. Ron’s house, join his wife, Mrs. Sina, for a cooking class, learning to prepare three Cambodian dishes. Enjoy your creations for dinner before returning to the hotel.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Transfer to Siem Reap Airport for a flight to Sihanouk Ville. Upon arrival, meet your driver, who will transfer you to the Sihanouk Ville pier for a 45-minute speedboat ride to Koh Rong Samloem. Upon arrival on the island, the resort team will assist with check-in. Enjoy leisure time on the island.

Breakfast at the resort. Enjoy a day of leisure.

Breakfast at the resort.

The resort team will assist you to the boat pier for a 45-minute speedboat to Sihanouk Ville. Upon arrival at the pier, meet your driver for a transfer to Phnom Penh Airport for departure (via high-speed road, 226 km, approximately 3 hours).