Cambodia · UNESCO Heritage Sites

7-Day Cambodia Heritage Tour with Angkor, Phnom Kulen and Phnom Penh

7 Days Round trip from ផ្លូវជាតិលេខ ៦ Easy pace

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum S21, Phnom Penh

Kampong Phluk Floating Village, Cambodia

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the world-famous Angkor Wat and the temples of Angkor
02 Immerse yourself in the history of the Khmer Empire at Angkor Thom
03 See the largest reclining Buddha in Cambodia on the sacred mountain of Phnom Kulen
04 Enjoy a boat ride through the stilted village of Kompong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake
05 Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh
06 Stroll through the Russian or Central Market in Phnom Penh

Discover Cambodia's cultural and historical treasures on this 7-day journey through Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Explore the world-famous temples of Angkor, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphuon, and Ta Prohm, then travel to sacred Phnom Kulen to see Cambodia's largest reclining Buddha and rural village life. Enjoy a boat ride through the stilted community of Kompong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake, admire the ancient Kampong Kdei Bridge, and continue to Phnom Penh for visits to the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and local markets.

Enjoy the countryside scenery, including villages, traditional houses, green rice fields, the people, their culture, and the wonderful smiles of the children here.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Premium

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Phnom Kulen

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Siem Reap and Evening City Tour

Meet the tour representative, who will pick you up from Siem Reap International Airport and transfer you to the hotel.
Check in at the hotel, then meet your tour guide for a city tour. Shop and explore the city's old market and nightlife until 09:00 pm.

Day 02

Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Wat

Have breakfast at 08:30 am, then head out with your guide to Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire. Starting at the South Gate, explore the complex and visit the central Bayon temple, the 3-tiered Hindu Baphuon temple, and the Terrace of the Elephants, which is part of the walled city.
Visit the Ta Prohm jungle temple, built by King Jayavarman VII in 1186. You may recognize the temple and the jungle that has engulfed it from the Hollywood movie Tomb Raider.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the iconic Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Day 03

Phnom Kulen and Countryside Discovery

Immerse yourself in the history of the Khmer Empire on a full-day tour from Siem Reap to the sacred mountain of Phnom Kulen. Upon arrival, go to the hilltop site to see the largest reclining Buddha in Cambodia, dedicated to the proclamation of independence by King Jayavarman II in 802 AD. Navigate the rugged roads to see the intricate fertility carvings that are a legacy of the God-Kings who ruled Cambodia in the 9th century. Have lunch at a local restaurant.
Stop at a local village on the way back to learn how sugar is produced from the sugar palm plant. For the countryside tour, proceed to the southwest of the town to see a remote village.
Enjoy the countryside scenery, including villages, traditional houses, green rice fields, the people, their culture, and the wonderful smiles of the children here.
Head back to the hotel.

Day 04

Tonle Sap Lake and Kompong Phluk Village

Enjoy a combined full-day tour of Tonle Sap Lake and the Kompong Phluk area, which is 30 kilometres southeast of Siem Reap.
Visit the pagoda or local market first, then go by motorized boat on a tour of the stilted buildings. See where the people have courageously adapted to some of the most unimaginable conditions, all with big smiles on their faces. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere in this one-of-a-kind village from the comfort of the boat.
See the fish and crocodile farms, then have lunch at a local restaurant.
Return to town.

Day 05

Transfer to Phnom Penh via Kampong Kdei Bridge

Travel from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, stopping on the way to visit Kampong Kdei Bridge, the ancient bridge of the Khmer Empire. Kampong Kdei spans the Chi Kreng River and measures 86 meters long, 16 meters wide, and 10 meters high above the riverbed. The bridge is recognized as the longest corbelled stone-arch bridge in the world, with 21 corbel arches sustained by 20 pillars, all made of laterite.
Check in at the hotel in Phnom Penh.

Day 06

Royal Landmarks and Historic Sites of Phnom Penh

Start your Phnom Penh day tour with visits to the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum, and the Killing Fields.
Visit the Russian or Central Market and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum S21 today. This sweltering bazaar is the one market all visitors should visit at least once during a trip to Phnom Penh. It is the place to shop for souvenirs and discounted name-brand clothing. We can't vouch for the authenticity of everything, but along with plenty of knock-offs, you will find genuine articles stitched in local factories.

Day 07

Departure from Phnom Penh

Enjoy free time until you are transferred to Phnom Penh airport. You can also do a city tour and go shopping before your transfer to the airport.

Where this trip takes you

Angkor Wat, Bayon and Baphuon, Phnom Kulen reclining Buddha, Tonle Sap and Kompong Phluk

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from ផ្លូវជាតិលេខ ៦ 3 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Pick-up from the airport to the hotel in Siem Reap
Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
Cool drinking water during the tour
Professional English-speaking Cambodian tour guide
All entry fees
Boat ticket
All transportation in the destination locations
6 nights of 4-star accommodation
All services mentioned in the description

What's Not Included

Personal expenses
Tips for the Cambodian guide and driver
Lunch at a local restaurant
Any service not mentioned in the description

Know before you go

About:
- Angkor Wat was built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II and is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu.
- Located just north of Siem Reap, the isolated Phnom Kulen mountain range is formed of sandstone and is widely regarded as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire. Phnom Kulen has now returned to government hands after the fall of the Khmer Rouge and is still fairly inaccessible because of the poor road conditions, especially in the rainy season.
- Kompong Krei Bridge was known by its original name, "Spean Preah Toeus", which means "The Bridge of indication" in the Khmer language. This bridge is an attractive tourist destination that cannot be ignored when visiting Siem Reap - the former capital of the ancient kingdom of Angkor in Cambodia. The Kompong Kdei spans the Chi Kreng River and is 86 meters long, 16 meters wide, and 10 meters high above the riverbed. The bridge is recognized as the longest corbelled stone-arch bridge in the world, with 21 corbel arches sustained by 20 pillars, all of which are made of laterite. There are four large 9-headed Naga statues engraved with sophisticated carvings at the ends of the parapet. The figure of Naga is so sacred to Cambodian people that they worship Naga as a god, giving them love and protection for their lives and their country.
- Royal Palace, Phnom Penh: Gleaming in gold, the Royal Palace is one of Phnom Penh's most splendid architectural achievements. It is home to His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Norodom Sihanouk and Her Majesty Preah Reach Akka-Mohesey Norodom Monineath. The palace was built in 1866 by His Majesty Preah Bat Norodom, great-grandfather to the current King. The Royal Palace is built on the site of the old town. This site was specially chosen by a Commission of Royal Ministers and Astrologers because it had great geographical significance in relation to the King, who was regarded as a direct descendant of the gods, whose role was to live and govern on earth under the influence of heaven.
- Silver Pagoda, Phnom Penh: Within the Royal Palace compound is the extravagant Silver Pagoda, also known as Wat Preah Keo or the Temple of the Emerald Buddha. It is so named for its floor, which is covered with five tons of gleaming silver. You can sneak a peek at some of the 5000 tiles near the entrance, but most are covered to protect them.
- The National Museum, Phnom Penh: Located just north of the Royal Palace, the National Museum of Cambodia is housed in a graceful terracotta structure of traditional design, built from 1917 to 1920, with an inviting courtyard garden. The museum is home to the world's finest collection of Khmer sculptures: more than a millennium of masterful Khmer design.
- The Killing Field: Between 1975 and 1978, about 17,000 men, women, children, and infants, including nine westerners, detained and tortured at S-21 prison, now Tuol Sleng Museum, were transported there for execution to avoid wasting precious bullets. The remains of 8,985 people, many of whom were bound and blindfolded, were exhumed in 1980 from mass graves. Forty-three of the 129 communal graves here have been left untouched. Fragments of human bone and bits of cloth are scattered around the disinterred pits. Over 8,000 skulls, arranged by sex, are visible behind the clear glass panels of the Memorial Stupa, which was erected in 1988. The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek are 15 km from central Phnom Penh. To get there, take Monireth Blvd southwestward out of the city from the Dang Kor Market bus depot. The site is 8.5 km from the bridge near 271 St. A memorial ceremony is held annually at Choeung Ek on 9 May.
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum S21: In 1975, Tuol Svay Prey High School was taken over by Pol Pot's security forces and turned into a prison known as Security Prison 21 (S-21); it soon became the largest centre of detention and torture in the country. S-21 has been turned into the Tuol Sleng Museum, which serves as a testament to the crimes of the Khmer Rouge.
Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities. To respect this and for your own comfort, please wear modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. Loose, lightweight, long clothing is both respectful and cool in the hot Asian climate. Comfortable shoes are a must. The Apsara Authority, which manages the park, reserves the right to refuse entry to certain areas of the site for guests who wear clothing that is considered immodest. No smoking, drinking alcohol, or touching the carvings is permitted in and around the temples.
Closure of site: The third level of Angkor Wat is not open during Buddhist holidays.