Upon arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport, you will be warmly greeted and transferred to your hotel for check-in.
Lunch is not included.

In the afternoon, explore the National Museum, housed in a stunning traditional Khmer-style building showcasing exceptional examples of Khmer artistry and craftsmanship. Then visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, where you will glimpse a more prosperous chapter in Cambodia’s history. End the day at Wat Phnom, a tranquil hilltop temple that gives the city its name. According to legend, a 14th-century woman named Penh discovered sacred Buddhist relics in the nearby river and enshrined them on this hill.

Dinner is not included. Overnight stay at your hotel in Phnom Penh.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

This morning, visit the Choeung Ek Memorial, where a stupa containing approximately 8,000 human skulls solemnly marks the infamous Killing Fields — the site where victims of Tuol Sleng prison were executed. Despite the peaceful surroundings, nearly 9,000 bodies have been exhumed here, bearing silent witness to Cambodia’s tragic past. Continue with a guided tour of the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school turned Khmer Rouge torture center, where an estimated 20,000 prisoners were detained and subjected to unspeakable cruelty.

Lunch is not included.

Later, transfer to Phnom Penh bus station and board a shared bus to Siem Reap. The journey takes approximately 6 hours, traveling along scenic rural routes. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel.

Dinner is not included. Overnight stay at your hotel in Siem Reap.

Breakfast at the hotel.

Begin your exploration at the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century), starting with the South Gate, famed for its colossal statues depicting the myth of the churning of the ocean of milk. Discover the Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers adorned with over 200 serene faces of Avalokitesvara. Visit Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, Elephant Terrace, and Terrace of the Leper King.

Lunch is not included.

In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat, the most iconic temple in the Angkor complex. Spanning 81 hectares, its grandeur rivals that of Beijing’s Imperial Palace. The temple’s five distinctive towers are proudly emblazoned on Cambodia’s national flag. This 12th-century masterpiece is regarded by art historians as the finest example of classical Khmer art and architecture. End the day by enjoying a stunning sunset from the summit of Pre Rup Temple.

Dinner is not included. Overnight stay at your hotel.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel.

Today, visit Banteay Srei, also known as the “Citadel of Women” or the Pink Temple, renowned for its intricate carvings. Continue to Banteay Samre Temple, another beautiful example of Khmer architecture.

Lunch is not included.

In the afternoon, explore the unique interior brick carvings at Prasat Kravan, the serene Srah Srang (“Royal Baths” once used for ritual bathing), and Banteay Kdei, a temple enclosed by four concentric walls. Visit Ta Prohm, famous for its overgrown roots and untouched ruins, preserving a mysterious atmosphere. Next, discover Neak Pean, a tranquil fountain built in the middle of a pool symbolizing the mythical Himalayan mountain-lake. Finally, visit Preah Khan, built by King Jayavarman VII, featuring towering enclosures and narrow corridors. Unlike Ta Prohm, Preah Khan remains relatively well-preserved thanks to ongoing restoration efforts.

Dinner is not included. Overnight stay at your hotel.

Enjoy breakfast at your hotel.

In the morning, embark on a relaxing boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake at Kampong Phluk Village. Tonle Sap is the largest permanent freshwater lake in Southeast Asia and connects to the Tonle Sap River, which joins the Mekong River in Phnom Penh. Observe the fascinating lifestyle of the floating village, complete with floating schools, a floating police station, and more. This village floats and moves depending on water levels and currents.

Lunch is not included.

Transfer to Siem Reap airport for your onward flight.