Three Week Family Tour Cambodian Culture & Landscape

Cambodia’s unique cityscape characteristics will reveal themselves to you and your family as your airplane approaches the runway. After you take your first steps on Cambodian soil, you will be whisked away to your luxurious accommodation. The stark blend of tradition and modernity spread across the cityscape and can be seen by the city’s preserved landmarks and first-world hotels. With ample space and top-tier amenities, such as a deluxe pool and a gourmet restaurant, you will acclimatize to Phnom Penh’s infectious spirit with ease. This evening, you will be introduced to Southeast Asia’s buzzing cityscapes by way of a private tour.

If your children are older, then visiting Cambodia's dramatic revolution sites will be an absolute must. The sites’ preserved landmarks have been left mostly untouched, which only adds to the ominous atmosphere that emanates from them. If you are not feeling the aforementioned experience, you may bypass them to visit the flawless greenery of Wat Phnom’s landscaped park. Continuing your tour, you will enjoy more of the immersive museums and educational landmarks littered throughout Phnom Penh over these two days. Besides the two destinations mentioned, you will witness the Royal Palace’s golden roofs, the Silver Pagoda’s ornate architecture, the National Museum of Cambodia’s bounty of ancient artifacts, and Koh Dach’s spirited silk weavers.

Today, you will indulge in a day trip to Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center, where you will witness spectacular scenes of Cambodia’s countryside. Upon your arrival, you will be provided with a map that will outline your route. During your expedition, you will be accompanied by a ranger, and you can chart pathways that wind through the forests, where friendly creatures roam in the wilderness. Eventually, you will arrive at the spacious enclosure, where injured animals are treated and cared for until they are healthy enough to be released into the wild. It will be a delightful day outdoors, and you will return to your hotel for dinner later this evening with a gorgeous collection of photos to commemorate it.

Today, you will treat your taste buds to the varied flavors of the country’s cuisine. You will experience everything from the country’s humble street food culture to its fine-dining scene. The first half of your day will have you navigating the tasty markets for Cambodian snacks. Your gastronomic tour will continue with visits to the finest dining establishments in Phnom Penh. This experience will be tailored to highlight the best of Cambodia’s culinary culture in addition to shedding light on the chefs who have paved the way for the future of Cambodian cuisine. By the end of the day, you will appreciate every nuance of the culinary culture and will be able to confidently say that you have experienced both Cambodia’s timeless and exquisite dishes.

You will be treated to a delightfully pleasant journey as you venture to Kampot and the summit of Bokor Mountain. Kampot’s premier accommodation is located in a forested hilltop and boasts a landscape that will take your breath away. These few days in Kampot will provide you with moments of unbridled tranquility among a peaceful atmosphere. You and your family will soothe your souls at a highly rated luxury spa. You will have an hour of pure bliss that will ease away any stress that you have, leaving you feeling utterly revitalized before indulging in afternoon tea. To truly appreciate the destination’s environmental beauty before moving on, you will tour Bokor Mountain’s astonishing agricultural lands and flower fields.

This morning, you all will venture out of your cozy nook before breakfast to immerse yourselves in the riverside lifestyle and to uncover its endearing simplicity. After breakfast, you will tour the riverside highlights, where you can witness Kampot at its finest. During your tour, you will watch the locals work tirelessly in the water-covered salt fields before being invited to lend a helping hand. Afterward, you will encounter the origins of salt’s beloved spice counterpart, pepper, at the pepper plantations that neighbor the city. Sunsets are some of the most marvelous in Asia, and you will witness one tonight on a river cruise.

With a gamut of boutique resorts nestled along its less-traveled seaboard, the city of Kaeb positions itself as an ideal getaway for families and discerning travelers who are seeking a few nights of solitude. You will transfer here and check-in to your luxurious accommodation, which will be located in the dense foliage that lines the sea. What Kaeb may lack in beachfront access, your luxury accommodation will make up for because it features a private pier. For your first dinner in Kaeb, you will be provided with an exquisite three-course meal.

Kaeb is a sleepy town with only a few landmark experiences. Although it is not overflowing with cultural charm, the activities available to you will share a glimpse of their Cambodian authenticity. After you have spent the morning however you desire, you will be transferred to Kaeb’s crab market. Kaeb is well-known as being a crab catching hotspot, and you will be stunned when you see a massive blue crab statue stationed in honor of the city’s crustacean traditions. If you wish to indulge in Kaeb’s finest caught crab, then you will be provided with a steamy plate of succulent meat. After your crab explorations, you will return to your resort for a relaxing afternoon.

Today, you will be whisked across the seafront to the sun-washed shores of Preah Sihanouk. After arriving in Sihanoukville, glimpses of massive kites and golden temples will welcome you to the seaside town for the following few days. Over the following few days, you and your family will have every opportunity to immerse yourselves in the incredible seascape. Whether you wish to cruise across the Gulf of Thailand on a private speedboat, paddle out across the calm waters on a kayak, try kiteboarding with the help of exceptionally well-trained instructors, or snorkel the vibrant coral reefs, there are plenty of thrilling activities to keep you all enthused during your stay.

After breakfast, you will meet your knowledgeable guide to set off for a day of educational adventure. You will first arrive at the base of Wat Leu Temple, which is a golden-roofed complex that will reveal the spiritual customs and venerated architecture of Cambodia’s devout roots. Once you have climbed the steps and entered the colossal structure, you will be greeted by an ornately carved statue of a three-headed elephant. Afterward, you will transfer to an authentic Khmer cooking school, where you and your family will uncover the coveted secrets behind Cambodia’s revered recipes.

The chorus of crashing waves and aromas of breakfast will wake you this morning. You and your family will savor the last few moments in Sihanoukville before transferring to the airport and flying to Siem Reap. The voyage will be quick, comfortable, and will share scenes of the country’s diverse topography along the way. As your airplane dips toward the city, you will break through the clouds and witness its incredible skyline. Siem Reap is an enchanting destination steeped in heritage and represented by esteemed locales. As you venture to these iconic landmarked locations during your stay, you will explore its fabled history.

Worshiped heritage sites are peppered throughout the city, and you will transfer to some of the finest after breakfast this morning. Your tour will lead you to a few spiritual sites shrouded, where you will unveil the country’s history. The Angkor National Museum houses ancient artifacts that date back to the Angkorian era, and they are laid out in riveting exhibits throughout the halls of the heritage building. You will then venture to the Angkor Wat. The colossal complex is connected by an intricate web of walkways, which are lined by detailed statues of sacred deities. In the evening, you and your family will experience the authenticity of Siem Reap’s oldest market, where you will lose yourselves in its eccentricity as you slowly make your way to its center.

Today, you will transfer away from the busy city hub to witness these staggering displays of nature first hand. Your tour will begin along the quiet roads that wind through Phnom Kulen National Park and toward the rugged slopes of Kulen Mountain. The jungle temple’s atmospheric nature will leave you feeling humbled as you exit the site and continue your afternoon in nature. You will then transfer to a wildlife sanctuary. Here, you and your family will have the opportunity to care for these creatures in some of the most beautifully backdropped locations. You will also have plenty of opportunities to capture photos of the animals.

Having checked off the must-see boxes of your travel list of Siem Reap, you will have a few more days to appreciate its beautiful environment at your leisure. How you spend your last days are entirely up to you. If you do not opt to tour some more and prefer to take things at a more leisurely pace, then you may indulge in the world-class amenities that will be offered at your luxurious accommodation. However you wish to spend your final moments in Siem Reap will be up to you. On the final morning of your adventure, you will transfer to the airport after your final breakfast before your international flight home.