Wonders of the Khmer Empire: Capital City to Ancient Angkor

Experience the essential highlights of Cambodia on this comprehensive 4-day journey from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. Discover the rich and poignant history of Phnom Penh through its Royal Palace, national museums, and historic sites. Next, turn a transfer day into an adventure with a scenic overland drive visiting local spider markets and the 7th-century Sambor Prei Kuk temple complex. Finally, reach Siem Reap to marvel at the iconic Angkor Wat, the root-entangled temple of Ta Prohm, and the unique stilted community of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake. Ideal for travelers looking for an authentic blend of history, culture, and local life.

Day 1: Phnom Penh Highlights & Royal Heritage Explore the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, historic Wat Phnom, and iconic Independence Monument. End the day browsing local treasures at Central Market. Day 2: Phnom Penh Modern History & Sunset Cruise Gain deep historical insight at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields. Relax in the evening with a sunset boat cruise along the Mekong River. Day 3: Scenic Transfer to Siem Reap Travel overland via National Road 6. Stop at Skun Spider Market, traditional artisan stone-carving villages, and the ancient Spean Praptos stone bridge. Day 4: Classic Angkor Temples Circuit Spend a full day exploring the grand temples of Angkor Wat, the stone faces of Bayon, and the iconic root-entangled temple of Ta Prohm. Day 5: Pink Sandstone Temple & Floating Village Visit the intricate pink sandstone carvings of Banteay Srei in the morning. In the afternoon, take a boat excursion to Kampong Phluk floating village on Tonle Sap Lake.