Cambodia Intro

10 action-packed days in beautiful Cambodia!

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Group Size: Avg 12, Max 22

Trip code: CMIN

Duration: 10 days

Twin room accommodation
Loads of included activities
Sunrise at Angkor Wat

Spend 10 days exploring Cambodia on this action-packed group tour. Discover the bustling city streets of Phnom Penh and learn about Cambodia’s dark recent history. Check out the world-famous Kampot pepper fields and learn how to whip up delicious Khmer food. Spend 3 days on the blissful white sands of Koh Rong Samloem and then explore the iconic Angkor Wat temples on an unforgettable sunrise tour. This is the ultimate introduction to the unique flavours, beauty and culture of Cambodia!

Trip Highlights

  • Learn about the tragic history of the Khmer Rouge at Phnom Penh’s infamous S21 prison and Killing Fields
  • Visit one of Kampot’s world-famous pepper plantations and put your pepper to use in a cooking class
  • Enjoy a dreamy island escape on Koh Rong Samloem, with boat trips and beach parties
  • Discover authentic Cambodian ways of life with a visit to Siem Reap’s floating villages
  • See the legendary Angkor Wat temples at sunrise – a true bucket-list experience!
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What's included
  • Arrival airport pick-up
  • 9 nights’ accommodation
  • Phnom Penh tuk tuk tour
  • Guided tour of S21 prison
  • Tour of the Killing Fields
  • River Kayaking in Kampot
  • Kampot boat trip
  • Market & Pepper Plantation visits
  • Khmer cooking class
  • Koh Rong Sanloem snorkelling boat trip
  • Siem Reap tuk tuk tour
  • Floating villages visit
  • Angkor Wat sunrise tour
  • 9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
  • Dedicated group guide
  • 24-hour emergency support
What's not included
  • Flights
  • Visa
  • Travel Insurance
  • Optional Activities
  • Most meals and drinks
  • Return airport transfer
Further trip information

Day 1: Arrive into Cambodia. Touch down into Phnom Penh airport where you’ll be met by the local team and transferred to your accommodation in the city. Spend the rest of the day relaxing, recovering from your flight and getting to know your fellow travellers!

Day 2: S21 Prison. Explore Phnom Penh with a tuk tuk tour and then visit the S21 Prison and Killing Fields, where you’ll learn about the tragic history of the Cambodian people under the Khmer Rouge regime. Tonight, head out into town for dinner and drinks with your group, and then hit some of Phnom Penh’s best nightlife.

Day 3: Kampot River Trip. Leave the city behind and head south to Kampot, home to Cambodia’s famous pepper fields. Enjoy a fun kayak trip down the river. 

Day 4: Kampot Pepper & Cooking. Plunge into the colourful Kampot markets and explore a nearby pepper plantation. You’ll pick up some pepper here to use in your next activity – a Khmer cooking class. Learn to whip up some delicious local delicacies and then eat what you’ve made! Tonight, you’ll embark on a beautiful sunset boat cruise.

Day 5: Koh Rong Samloem. Transfer to the stunning island of Koh Rong Samloem. This tropical paradise is all white-sand beaches, swaying trees and crystal-clear waters. Tonight, enjoy an incredible beach party on the sands!

Day 6: Island Boat Trip. Board a private long tail boat this morning and cast off in search of the island’s best snorkel and swimming spots. After an out-of-this-world sunset, enjoy another peaceful night on the island.

Day 7: Chill time. Make the most of your final moments on the island and then zip back to the mainland on a fast ferry. Tuck into dinner in coastal Sihanoukville and then board an overnight bus that’ll take you up to Siem Reap.

Day 8: Siem Reap Floating Villages. Wake up as the bus rolls into Siem Reap and spend the morning soaking up the sun by the hotel pool. This afternoon, you’ll experience an authentic slice of local culture with a visit to Siem Reap’s traditional floating villages.

Day 9: Angkor Wat. Wake up before sunrise and travel up to the incredible Angkor Wat temple complex. Watch the sun climb above this iconic temple, and then enjoy a guided tour of the biggest and best temples in the area, including iconic Ta Prohm where the Angelina Jolie tomb raider movies were filmed. Spend the rest of the day relaxing and celebrating this epic adventure. 

Day 10: Onward Travel. Your fantastic Cambodia Intro tour has come to an end! Check out of your accommodation this morning and then make your own way to the airport. Your guide will help you organise your onward travel.

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Arrival information

You should arrange your flight to arrive into Phnom Penh on day 1 of your tour. You will be met at the airport and transferred to your accommodation in the city. If you wish to arrive a few days early, you will still be entitled to a free pick up, but extra accommodation will be at your own cost of around £40 payable locally.

You tour ends in Siem Reap on day 10. A return airport transfer is not included but is easy to arrange. Siem Reap airport is just a short tuk tuk ride away from the city.

Accommodation & meals

Accommodation

9 nights of accommodation are included on this tour. You will stay in a combination of hotels, guesthouses and bungalows which are twin-share. 1 night will be spent on an overnight bus from Sihanoukville to Siem Reap. The bus will be fitted with individual beds.

Meals

9 breakfasts, 1 lunches and 1 dinner are included. You will need to purchase the rest of your meals yourself. This is a great opportunity to throw yourself into Khmer culture and try local food. Western meals are readily available in most restaurants, or you could try local curries and amok dishes. 

Single Use Plastics

Our local team have installed safe refillable water stations at every overnight stop on this tour and also at many of the activity destinations as well. In an effort to reduce the use of single use plastics, we ask that you bring your own refillable water bottle with you on this trip.

Minimum age & eligibility

The minimum age to join this group is 18 years old.

British passport holders will need a visa to enter Cambodia. You can apply for a visa online before travelling or simply complete a form on arrival at Siem Reap airport. If you wish to obtain a visa on arrival, please make sure you take a couple of passport-sized photos and approximately $30 USD cash. If you are planning to extend your stay it is your responsibility to ensure that you have a valid visa for the entire duration, or obtain any necessary visa extensions while you are in Cambodia. Visa rules and regulations are subject to change. Please check the relevant embassy websites for up to date information.

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