Cambodia · Culture

Oudong Mountain and Phnom Penh Full Day Private Tour

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit Phnom Penh’s major cultural and historical landmarks
  • 02 Explore the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda
  • 03 See Wat Phnom, Independence Monument, and the Norodom Sihanouk Memorial
  • 04 Travel to Oudong, the former capital of Cambodia
  • 05 Discover mountain-top stupas and temples at Oudong
  • 06 Visit Mekong Island for local handicrafts and village life
  • 07 See Koh Chen’s traditional bronze souvenir-making
  • 08 Enjoy a private tour with transport and an English-speaking guide

Discover the highlights of Phnom Penh and venture beyond the capital on this full-day private tour. Explore some of Cambodia’s most important cultural and religious landmarks, including the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Wat Phnom, the Independence Monument, and the Norodom Sihanouk Memorial, while learning more about the country’s heritage and history.

In the afternoon, continue to Oudong, the former capital of Cambodia, where mountain-top stupas and temples overlook the surrounding countryside. The journey also includes Mekong Island and Koh Chen, known for local handicrafts and traditional bronze work, offering a broader glimpse into daily life, craftsmanship, and Buddhist culture outside the city.

The silver pagoda is named after its floor, which comprises of 5,000 silver tiles.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Phnom Penh
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Russian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital, sits at the junction of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers. It was a hub for both the Khmer Empire and French colonialists. On its walkable riverfront, lined with parks, restaurants and bars, are the ornate Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and more, displaying artifacts from around the country. At the city’s heart is the massive, art deco Central Market.

Royal Palace

It gives you a glimpse of Cambodian culture and heritage. The palaces are beautifully carved and in some places you will have to remove your shoes to go inside.

Silver Pagoda

The silver pagoda is named after its floor, which comprises of 5,000 silver tiles. Inside, it houses a gold Buddha encrusted with 9,584 diamonds. A Buddhist temple within the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, the Silver Pagoda is an impressive sight. The details are remarkable and signage is limited

Wat Phnom

The Wat Phnom Temple is the most significant of all the temples in Phnom Penh. The temple has a close-knitted relationship with the capital city. Set on top of a 27m-high tree-covered knoll, Wat Phnom is on the only 'hill' in town.

Independence Monument

The Independence Monument in Phnom Penh, capital of Cambodia, was built in 1958 following the country's independence from France. The outstanding Independence Monument is one of the most striking landmarks of Phnom Penh.

Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk

The Norodom Sihanouk Memorial, also called the Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk, is a monument commemorating former King Norodom Sihanouk located in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The bronze statue is 4.5 meters tall and is housed under a 27 meter high stupa in the park east of the Independence Monument.

Kampong Luong Pagoda

Kampong Luong Pagoda is a Place Of Worship and secretary of the museum, who was in charge of the mission, had great difficulty convincing the chief of the pagoda

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Day 03

Mekong Island

The island is famed as the handicraft production is one of the most famous attractions for the tourists.  The prominent occupation of the local villagers consists of: Planting sub-product crop such as corn, sesame, bean and banana Planting fruit tree Manufacturing mosquito net, and running small businesses There are three pagodas located in the commune.

New road koh chen

Koh Chen Island is a popular for its wide reach and bronze souvenirs. The closer you get to the island's only village, the louder the sound produced by men hammering heated bronze.

Uodong temple

Oudong perched on top of the mountain consists of a cluster of stupas and temples. The three main stupas are Damrei Sam Poan, Ang Duong, and Mukh Proum. The Oudong stupas are also known as Chedis in Khmer. They constitute a large cemetery of the past kings of Cambodia.

Sontte Wan Buddhist Meditation Center

Sontte Wan Buddhist Meditation Centre of Kingdom of Cambodia is the largest Buddhism center of Cambodia with beautiful decoration of the Buddha story and there a lot of pilgrims learn about religion there.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh. 1 city · 8 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Hotel pick up and drop ( please provide us your hotel name for tour pick up )
  • Tours with English speaking license Tour Guide
  • All transfer with air-con vehicle as mentioned in the tours itinerary
  • All sightseeing entrance fees as mentioned in the tours itinerary
  • All services charge and current government VAT tax

What's Not Included

  • All other accounts are not mentioned in the above inclusion
  • Tipping for tour guide and driver

Know before you go

  • We offer free pick up and drop off at your hotel but please provide you hotel name for tour pick up for pick up that our guide and driver will meet and welcome you at your hotel lobby by the starting time for the tours excursion
  • Special note: for Italian/French/German/Spanish/Russian/Chinese/ speaking guides are available upon request but the surcharge will be applied

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 8 hours finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh..

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