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Cambodia: Ancient Ruins & Boat Rides

5.0Based on
10 daysDuration
Small Group TourUsually 8-12 participants, maximum 18 travelers
18 peopleMaximum group size
18 - 39 yearsAge range for participants
EnglishGuide language
Easy
Light physical activity suitable for most people with average fitness levels.

Highlights

Explore bustling Bangkok.

Catch the sunrise over Angkor Wat.

Enjoy a delicious local Khmer meal in a small village.

Chill out on golden beaches.

Connect with the locals on an overnight homestay

Itinerary

Curious about Cambodia’s ancient wonders and island escapes? The "Cambodia: Ancient Ruins & Boat Rides" trip delivers a compact 10-day wildlife tour from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City, hitting highlights like Angkor Wat, Koh Rong Island, and Phnom Penh. Designed with young travelers in mind, this easy-paced itinerary lets you marvel at Khmer architecture, relax on turquoise shores, and brave the buzz of Ho Chi Minh City. With logistics taken care of, your only job is to choose your own adventure. The USP? A dynamic blend of history, nature, and flexibility—perfect for those eager to explore without the stress.

day 1 - Bangkok

Arrive at any time and welcome to Thailand's bustling capital - Bangkok!

Tonight, meet your CEO and get to know fellow travellers as you cheers to new adventures.

Accomodation:New Siam 2 (or similar)
Included Activities:Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group Duration : 1.0 hr, Connect With New Friends

day 2 - Bangkok/Siem Reap

Fly from Bangkok into Cambodia to Phnom Penh. Then drive to Siem Reap, your home base for exploring the city and the incredible Angkor Wat. Opt to check out Phare Circus tonight, a uniquely Cambodian experience.
Prefer to plan ahead? Pre-book the "Phare Circus" activity when booking your tour to include this exciting activity in your itinerary.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Garden Village Siem Reap (or similar)
Transport:Plane Duration : 1.5 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr Distance : 320 km
Optional Activities:Phare Circus Enjoy a stellar performance by Phare, a unique and socially conscious circus that injects Cambodian culture and history into its inspiring shows. See acrobatics, contortion, and aerial arts melded with theatre, modern dance, and more. Take in stories of war, relationships, and discrimination, inspired by the real-life experiences of Phare’s creators and performers.

day 3 - Siem Reap

Watch the sun rise over the majestic and mystifying ruins of Angkor Wat. Then, taste all manners of salty, sweet, spicy, and sour with a delicious Khmer meal at a restaurant kickstarted by our non-profit partner, Planeterra, or with a local family. Later, head to the infamous Pub Street, where the party goes round the clock. Grab a bite to eat (deep-fried tarantula, anyone?) and let the beats move you through market stalls and bars.

Meal:Breakfast and Lunch
Accomodation:Garden Village Siem Reap (or similar)
Included Activities:Angkor Wat Guided Tour, Local Khmer Meal, Big Night Out - Siem Reap
Optional Activities:Angkor Museum Visit , Tonle Sap Floating Village

day 4 - Siem Reap/Phnom Penh

Travel to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s busy capital nestled along the mighty Mekong River. Get your bearings on an orientation walk and spend the rest of the evening at leisure.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Rose Emerald Hotel (or similar)
Transport:Local Bus Duration : 6.0 hr - 7.0 hr
Included Activity:Orientation With CEO Duration : 0.5 hr - 1.0 hr

day 5 - Phnom Penh

Spend the Day diving deep into Phnom Penh's culture and history. Opt to reflect on one of Cambodia’s darkest periods with a visit to the Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields. Or venture to the Silver Pagoda or Royal Palace for a more peaceful experience. Later, discover the foodie side of this city on a street food crawl.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Rose Emerald Hotel (or similar)
Included Activity:Street Food Crawl - Phnom Penh Duration : 1.0 hr
Optional Activities:National Museum Visit Wander the galleries of the National Museum to see amazing works of art from Cambodia's "golden age" of Angkor. Visit the museum’s lovely courtyard before you leave., Silver Pagoda Visit Tour the Royal Palace complex to see the neighboring Silver Pagoda (aka the Temple of the Emerald Buddha). See the many magnificent treasures inside this beautiful vihara (Buddhist monastery), including its floor lined with more 5,000 tiles of silver., Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21 Prison) & Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) Half-Day Guided Tour Tour these sombre, yet serene, sites with a guide. Learn about the dark history and devastation that occurred at Security Prison 21 (S-21). Used by the Khmer Rouge regime, it is now Tuol Sleng Museum. Visit the killing fields of Choeung Ek, where the grounds now stand as a powerful memorial filled with victims’ skulls and mass graves.

day 6 - Phnom Penh/Koh Rong

Ride in style to Sihanoukville and board a boat to your own private beach on Koh Rong island. Take the afternoon to taste local seafood, or sit back and relax with a drink before hitting the warm waves.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Onederz Hostel Koh Rong (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle Duration : 4.0 hr - 5.0 hr, Ferry Duration : 1.0 hr

day 7 - Koh Rong

Enjoy your last full Day on this pristine island. Do anything you might have missed the Day before, like fishing, hiking, or kayaking. Wait 'til after sunset to swim in a sea of blue sparkles caused by phosphorescent plankton. Ooh la la!

Accomodation:Onederz Hostel Koh Rong (or similar)

day 8 - Chambok Homestay

Head back to the mainland and journey to Chambok Village where you’ll spend the night and get to know the local people over a delicious Cambodian home cooked meal. Immerse yourself in the community and wander around this remote region.

Meal:Dinner
Accomodation:Chambok Homestay (or similar)
Transport:Ferry Duration : 1.0 hr, Private Vehicle Duration : 1.5 hr - 2.0 hr Distance : 185 km
Included Activity:Home Meal Duration : 1.0 hr - 3.0 hr

day 9 - Chambok Homestay/Ho Chi Minh City

Cross another border into Vietnam, stopping in the famed Ho Chi Minh City where you'll spend the night in a popular backpackers hostel. Take this chance to visit the Ben Thanh Market for souvenirs and handicrafts before taking in the buzzing nightlife. Choose to venture to one of the many rooftop bars for a panoramic view and live music.

Meal:Breakfast
Accomodation:Phan Anh Backpackers Hostel (or similar)
Transport:Private Vehicle, Local Bus
Included Activity:Border Crossing (Cambodia - Vietnam)

day 10 - Ho Chi Minh City

Today, it’s time to say goodbye to your group of newfound friends. Be sure to sneak in some last-minute photos and exchange social medias before you head on your way. Depart at any time.

Meal:Breakfast
Included Activity:Departure Day
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What's Included

Accommodation
Simple hotels (twin-share) (5 nts), hostels (multi-share) (3 nts), homestay (1 nt).
Meals
7 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner
Note: Allow USD115-150 for meals not included.
Transport
Local bus, air-conditioned bus, ferry, walking, plane.All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
Guide
CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides.
Included activities
Your G for Good Moment: Local Khmer Meal, Siem ReapYour Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and GroupYour First Night Out Moment: Connect With New FriendsYour Big Night Out Moment: - Siem Reap, Siem ReapYour Discover Moment: Phnom PenhYour Local Living Moment: Home Meal, ChambokStreet food crawlGuided sunrise tour of Angkor Wat temple complex

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