Best of Cambodia Tour

Temple in Angkor Wat complex, Cambodia

What to expect on this itinerary

Let Cambodia take your breath away on this 14-day trip through the best of the country’s diverse attractions. Watch the sunrise over celebrated Angkor Wat to see the colors of dawn glow against the temple’s sandstone pillars and carvings. Indulge on powder-sand beaches and cruise through the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. The night markets are vibrant and filled with aromas that are both decadent and bright. From genuine, gregarious locals to a Buddha decorated in thousands of diamonds, once you travel Cambodia you will feel the true spirit of the people and their history.

Countries Visited

Cambodia

Places Visited

Siem Reap, Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh, Battambang, Sambor Prei Kuk, Kampot, Sihanoukville

Suggested Duration

14 Days

Customizable Itinerary

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Day 1

Phnom Penh - Embarking on the Best

Welcome to Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia. The art deco Central Market beams bright yellow. The vendors and pathways are energetic and vivacious. The sound of frying oil and boiling noodles is never far away. The riverfront overlooks the Tonle Sap River. Sisowath Quay is a brick-paved walkway that strolls along the riverbank. Tall palm trees add texture to the skyline. The leaves rustle in the breeze. Your private transfer meets you at the airport and takes you to your luxurious accommodations in the heart of the city. Independence Monument was inaugurated in 1962 and was constructed in the traditional Khmer architectural image. The tower stands proud in the city center as a testament to the country’s strength and storied past.

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Day 2

Phnom Penh - Graceful Stature

Day 3

Battambang - The French Influence

Day 4

Battambang - An Interest in the Rail

Day 5

Siem Reap - On the Lake and Near the Ruins

Day 6

Siem Reap - Remarking on History

Day 7

Siem Reap - The Intricacies of the Past

Day 8

Sambor Prei Kuk - Before the Empire

Day 9

Kampot - The Continuous Franco Culture

Day 10

Kampot - Finding the Caves

Day 11

Sihanoukville - Riverbanks to Beaches

Day 12

Sihanoukville - Cambodian Leisure

Day 13

Phnom Penh - On the Way

Day 14

Phnom Penh - Different City Living

Trip Highlights

  • Experience the burgeoning energy and inspiring history of Phnom Penh
  • Enjoy the traces of French architecture in Battambang
  • Relax in the charming riverside town of Kampot
  • Witness the colorful sunrise over the celebrated Angkor Wat
  • Visit the cave temple inside the depths of Phnom Chhnork
  • Explore the intricate reliefs on the colorful stone walls of Banteay Srei

Detailed Description

The beaches of Sihanoukville are filled with golden sand and the marvels of Angkor Wat are waiting to be explored. From the ancient cave temples of Phnom Chhnork to the elegant French architecture in Battambang, this custom tailored tour will have you experiencing the best of Cambodia. Floating villages decorate the expansive waters of Tonle Sap Lake. The Silver Pagoda houses display Buddha images. Journey to the heart of Cambodia and indulge in the heritage that has captivated people for centuries, from reliefs to caves, temples to rivers.

Your journey begins with your arrival in Phnom Penh. The capital city is abundant with vivacious life and splendid culture. The city helps educate people about the nation’s history, from celebrating ancient wonders to information about a tumultuous contemporary past. The following morning you begin a full-day guided tour that will show you the Royal Palace complex and the S-21 Prison Museum. In the morning you will make your way to Battambang, the second largest city in Cambodia. The city feels like a small town and welcomes you with a relaxed charm.

The city center continues to display the beauty of its past French architecture. Enjoy a tour of the Bamboo Train, a unique railway system that offers service to the rural landscape between Battambang and Phnom Penh. The boat ride from Battambang to Siem Reap is both beautiful and cultural, giving you the opportunity to see the diverse life that takes place on the canals and Tonle Sap Lake, before arriving in Siem Reap. Spend the next two days exploring the Angkor complex, from celebrated Angkor Wat to the ancient capital of Angkor Thom.

In Sambor Prei Kuk you will discover the pre-Angkorian temples that date back to the 7th century. Venture to Kampot and luxuriate in the quiet town that remains an image of its French Colonial past. Visit the nearby Phnom Chhnork Caves and experience the fresh produce for which the town is famous. Continue onward to Sihanoukville to relax on the gold-sand beaches for two days. The water is pure and the sunshine is rejuvenating. Return to Phnom Penh for the evening. In the morning you will board your flight and depart for home.

For more itinerary options, see the tours of Cambodia on Zicasso.

Starting Price

$4,200 per person (excluding international flights)

Your Zicasso trip is fully customizable, and this sample itinerary is a starting place for your travel plans. Actual costs are dynamic, and your selection of accommodations and activities, your season of travel, and other such variables will bring this budget guideline up or down. Throughout your planning experience with your Zicasso specialist, your itinerary is designed around your budget. You can book your trip when you are satisfied with every detail. Planning your trip with a Zicasso travel specialist is a free service.

What's Included

  • Accommodations
  • In-country transportation
  • Some or all activities and tours
  • Expert trip planning
  • 24x7 support during your trip

Your final trip cost will vary based on your selected accommodations, activities, meals, and other trip elements that you opt to include.

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This was a very complicated trip, with eight cities/locations and six internal flights. We had great communication in the months and weeks leading up to the trip. They were receptive to all of our requests and they gave very good advice when we had questions.

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All of the lodging selections were outstanding. Along with the tours of the Ho Chi Minh complex, Hue Imperial City, the Angkor Wat complex, and numerous other temples and pagodas, we experienced a cable car ride to a mountain summit, a walk through an ethnic village, a water puppet show, a Cambodian circus, a Vietnamese cooking class, an evening lantern boat ride in Hoi An, and dinner in one of the top 50 restaurants in Asia. The water puppets are an ancient Vietnamese art (11th century) and the show was extraordinary.  

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We had contact names and numbers for agency representatives in each country. They were incredibly responsive, even after hours, when we had a small medical issue. They gave us a completely seamless experience from arrival to departure, with no wasted time. Vacation time is very precious, so we prefer to work with professionals who know the area intimately and take the time to understand our objectives rather than pushing a canned itinerary.

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