Cambodia · Archaeology

Cambodia 7 Days Tour Journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap

7 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore Phnom Penh’s royal, spiritual, and historical landmarks
  • 02 Travel overland to Siem Reap with stops in Kampong Thom
  • 03 Watch sunrise over Angkor Wat
  • 04 Visit major Angkor temples including Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Baphuon
  • 05 Cruise by private boat through Tonle Sap Lake and Kampong Phluk Floating Village
  • 06 Discover the Roluos Group and cultural sites around Siem Reap
  • 07 Experience Phnom Kulen National Park, waterfalls, and the River of a Thousand Lingas
  • 08 See the intricate carvings of Banteay Srei and visit rural Preah Dak Village

Discover Cambodia on a 7-day journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, combining the country’s royal heritage, moving modern history, and world-famous temple landscapes. Explore the capital’s landmark sites, travel overland through local towns and historic stops, then continue to Siem Reap for Angkor’s iconic temples, Tonle Sap’s floating village life, and the sacred scenery of Phnom Kulen National Park.

This itinerary balances guided sightseeing with cultural immersion, from the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and Wat Phnom to sunrise at Angkor Wat, a private boat experience on Tonle Sap Lake, and visits to Banteay Srei, Banteay Samre, and rural villages. With accommodation, daily breakfast, private transport, entrance fees, and an English-speaking licensed guide included, it’s a well-rounded introduction to Cambodia’s history, spirituality, and everyday life.

Discover Cambodia on a 7-day journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, combining the country’s royal heritage, moving modern history, and world-famous temple landscapes.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Phnom Kulen
Languages English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Phnom Penh – Welcome to Cambodia

Your Cambodian adventure begins upon arrival at Techo International Airport. A friendly tour guide and driver from About Cambodia Travel & Tours will greet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Phnom Penh. After check-in, take time to relax at your hotel or explore the capital’s bustling streets and vibrant local atmosphere at your own pace. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Hotel Accommodation in option below : 

  • Mohasakor Inn Phnom Penh, a 3 stars hotel or similar
  • Sun & Moon Urban Hotel, a 4 stars hotel or similar
  • Sun & Moon Riverside Hotel, a 5 stars hotel or similar
2
Day 02

Explore the Highlights of Phnom Penh

Spend the day uncovering Phnom Penh’s complex history and vibrant culture:

• Visit the Royal Palace and the shimmering Silver Pagoda

• Explore spiritual heritage at Wat Phnom and Wat Ounalom

• Confront Cambodia’s recent past at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Choeung Ek Killing Fields

• Admire modern monuments like the Independence Monument and Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk

• Dive into local life at the iconic Central Market (Phsar Thmei). Overnight in Phnom Penh

Hotel Accommodation in option below : 

  • Mohasakor Inn Phnom Penh, a 3 stars hotel or similar
  • Sun & Moon Urban Hotel, a 4 stars hotel or similar
  • Sun & Moon Riverside Hotel, a 5 stars hotel or similar
3
Day 03

Journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap via Kampong Thom

Depart for Siem Reap by road, taking in fascinating stops along the way:

Skun Spider Market: a quirky local attraction famous for fried tarantulas

Stone Sculpture Road, showcasing traditional artisans in Kampong Thom

Spean Praptos,  a 12th-century Angkorian bridge still standing proud

Arrive in Siem Reap and check in to your hotel. Overnight in Siem Reap

Hotel Accommodation in option below : 

  • Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3 stars hotel or similar
  • Regency  Angkor Hotel, a 4 stars hotel or similar 
  • Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5 stars hotel or similar 
4
Day 04

Angkor Wat Sunrise & the Highlights of the Small Circuit

Start your day early for a magical moment:

• Witness the sunrise over Angkor Wat, a memory for a lifetime

• Tour the majestic temples of the Angkor Archaeological Park, including:

  • Angkor Wat Complex 
  • Angkor Thom Complex: South Gate, Bayon, Baphuon, Phimeanakas 
  • Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King 
  • Jungle-covered Ta Prohm, mystical Ta Nei, and elegant Banteay Kdei
  • The lesser-known yet beautiful Prasat Kravan

Overnight in Siem Reap

Hotel Accommodation in option below : 

  • Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3 stars hotel or similar
  • Regency  Angkor Hotel, a 4 stars hotel or similar
  • Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5 stars hotel or similar 
5
Day 05

Tonle Sap Lake & Floating Village Experience

Step into a different rhythm of life on the water.

  • Board a traditional wooden boat to explore Kampong Phluk Floating Village
  • Drift through mangrove forests and stilted houses on Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake

Afternoon tour of Siem Reap’s spiritual and cultural sites:

  •  Lolei, Preah Ko, and Bakong Temples from the Roluos Group 
  • Wat Bo Pagoda
  • Artisans Angkor handicraft workshop
  • Sacred Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chom Temple.
    Overnight in Siem Reap

Hotel Accommodation in option below : 

  • Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3 stars hotel or similar
  • Regency  Angkor Hotel, a 4 stars hotel or similar
  • Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5 stars hotel or similar
6
Day 06

Banteay Srei & Phnom Kulen National Park

Escape to the hills and discover Cambodia’s sacred mountain.

  • Visit Banteay Samre, a hidden architectural gem
  • Explore Phnom Kulen National Park:
    • Hike to the dramatic Poeng Ta Kho Cliff
    • See the ancient carvings of the River of a Thousand Lingas
    • Pay respects at Preah Ang Thom Pagoda with its giant reclining Buddha
    • Swim at the Phnom Kulen Waterfall, a local favorite
  • On the return, stop at the exquisitely carved Banteay Srei Temple
  • Visit Preah Dak Village for a taste of rural Cambodian life.  Overnight in Siem Reap

Hotel Accommodation in option below : 

  • Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3 stars hotel or similar
  • Regency  Angkor Hotel, a 4 stars hotel or similar
  • Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5 stars hotel or similar
7
Day 07

Departure from Siem Reap - Farewell Cambodia

Enjoy a final breakfast at your hotel in Siem Reap. Depending on your flight schedule, you may have some time for last-minute shopping or relaxation. At the appropriate time, your driver will meet you in the hotel lobby for a private transfer to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport for your departure flight. End of Services.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh. 3 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Accommodations based on single/twin/double sharing with daily breakfast
  • Tours with English speaking license Tour Guide
  • All sightseeing entrance fee as mentioned in itinerary
  • All transfer with air-con vehicle as mentioned in the tours itinerary
  • Private boat along Tonle Sap lake and floating village
  • Drink water and fresh tissue for the whole trips

What's Not Included

  • VISA Cambodia visa must be arranged for Non ASEAN citizens
  • Domestic and International Air tickets
  • Domestic and International Insurance Surcharge
  • Personal expenses such as drinks at meals
  • Tipping / Gratuities
  • Early check-in and late check-out at all hotels

Know before you go

  • INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
  • Pick up at Techo international Airport, please provide us your flight detail as airline company, flight number and arrival time at Phnom Penh International airport
  • Professional official license tour guides with excellent English-speaking skills in every destination
  • Special note: for Italian/French/German/Spanish/Russian/Chinese/ speaking guides are available upon request but the surcharge will be applied
  • Note : B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner

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 7 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Phnom Penh..

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