About this trip
Six days moving between the temples of Angkor and the modern pulse of Phnom Penh, with the harder chapters of Cambodia's history sitting alongside the ancient wonders.
You'll stand before Angkor Wat and the carved faces of Bayon, then confront more recent history at S21 and the Killing Fields. There's time too for slower moments — a monk's blessing, a floating village, meals in local homes.
A fully guided introduction to the country, mixing big sights with quieter, more personal encounters.
What you'll do
- Explore Angkor Wat and the Bayon temple's carved faces
- Visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek
- Receive a blessing from a local monk
- Visit the floating village of Kampong Phluck
- Share meals and time with local farms and families in Phnom Penh
- The S21 and Killing Fields visits are confronting and can be upsetting; your leader can suggest alternatives if you'd rather skip them
- Temple visits call for modest dress — cover your arms and wear trousers or skirts past the knee, and pack a light scarf for shoulders
Worth it if you value knowledgeable guides and hidden gems over independent travel. Think twice if you need hands-on service and constant engagement throughout.
- Guides consistently excellent: knowledgeable, funny, professional English speakers who timed sites perfectly for best access.
- Six days well paced with day and night activities; covers both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap without rushing.
- Service quality inconsistent: some found it lacking in information, care and involvement from the operator.
- Pre-trip communication clear and helpful; covers packing and expectations, though guide quality varies between trips.
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Departing in Aug is cheapest — from £697, about 30% below the priciest month (Nov).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Phnom Penh · 30 Aug – 31 Aug
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