Journey through the amazing Cambodia, seeing the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh, enjoy a bike ride past the Mekong and enjoy a tour through the ancient and modern history of the city. See the simple side of Cambodian rural life in Battambang and unlock your inner Tomb Raider on a tour around the legendary Angkor Wat complex.
- See the world's largest religious monument, Angkor Wat
- Explore the beautiful countryside in Battambang
- Join in a public aerobics session
- Cycle around a river island in Phnom Penh
- Relax on the beach on a sun-soaked island
- Trek through lush Cambodian jungles
Welcome to Cambodia, a truly awe-inspiring country of great natural beauty, majestic ancient culture and the most friendly and resilient people. This excellent tailor-made holiday is designed to take you on an active adventure to the major and lesser known highlights of the country seeing the ancient wonders, mixing with the locals and immersing yourself in the beautiful jungles and beaches. There's so much to experience, as you feel like a local by staying in family homes, join public exercise classes, eat with new friends in local restaurants and experience one of South-east Asia's last untouched wildernesses. This is a trip you will not forget in a hurry!
Begin your adventure in Siem Reap, the centre of the ancient wonders of Cambodia. Here you take Tuk Tuks around the Angkor temple complex of the ancient Khmer empire. Next you travel by road to Phnom Kulen where you enjoy a 2-day hike through the jungle of the sacred Phnom Kulen mountain in search of ancient monuments and staying with a local family in their home. Next journey across the country to the heart of the Cambodian countryside, Battambang; enjoy a leisurely cycle tour of the local countryside seeing traditional villages, meet local tradesmen and be greeted by local children eager to say hello and make friends.
From Battambang you journey to Phnom Penh, where your fortune will be told by one of the city's foremost local fortune-tellers. Cycle around an island in the middle of the Mekong River and join an early morning public aerobics session run by local women before journeying by road and up river into the wilds of the Cardamom Mountains. Staying in a fantastic permanent safari style camp, enjoy the remoteness of the jungle, embark on hikes with local rangers to spot some of the rare species of the mountain and kayak on the river.
Finally, end your trip round Cambodia on the beaches and islands off the coast of Sihanoukville, on the tropical island of Koh Rong.
Typical Itinerary
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Day 1: Depart UK
Depart the UK on an overnight flight to Siem Reap.
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Day 2: Arrive Siem Reap
After arriving in Siem Reap, the rest of the day is free for you to relax or explore, before enjoying a street food tour of Siem Reap.
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Day 3: Angkor Temples Tuk Tuk tour
Head out on a Tuk Tuk tour around the Angkor Temple complex. Follow the trails to explore a series of historical sites and surrounding jungle and moat.
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Days 4-5 : 2-Day Hike in Phnom Kulen National Park
Enjoy a guided 2-day hike through the Phnom Kulen National Park, swimming in waterfalls, discovering ancient relics carved in the rivers, sacred sites and stay overnight in a local family home. -
Day 6: Transfer to Battambang
From Phnom Kulen, head west to the town of Battambang, passing rice paddies and traditional villages along the way. Stop to visit some stonemasons whose techniques have been passed down through the generations since the Angkorian Era.
On arrival in Battambang, the afternoon is at leisure for you to explore yourself. The town has lots of character – be sure to visit the local market.
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Day 7: Countryside Cycling Tour
Enjoy a guided cycling tour round the countryside and villages surrounding Battambang, being greeted by local children eager to make friends.
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Day 8: Transfer to Phnom Penh
Travel to Phnom Penh, visiting the towns of Pursat and Chhnang along the way.
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Day 9: Fortune Telling & Phnom Penh Cycling
Get your fortune told at the home of one of Phnom Penh's foremost fortune-tellers, and then cycle around the city island of Koh Dach in the middle of the Mekong River. -
Day 10: Morning City Aerobics Class & Transfer to the Cardamom Mountains
Take part in an early morning public aerobics class in the city and after breakfast transfer to the Cardamom Mountains by road and boat. -
Day 11: Hike in Cardamom Mountains Jungle with a Ranger & Afternoon Kayaking
Go on a half-day hike with a local ranger through the jungle to learn about their conservation projects and try to spot the wildlife. In the afternoon, enjoy kayaking on the river. -
Day 12: Morning Phnom Penh Tour & Transfer to Koh Rong
Today, you transfer to the island of Koh Rong off the coast of Sihanoukville by road and boat.
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Days 13-14 : Free time on Koh Rong
Spend two days relaxing on the beach, by the swimming pool, or adding on activities whilst in Koh Rong - contact us to discuss your options.
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Day 15: Transfer to Phnom Penh Airport
Transfer to Phnom Penh airport for your flight home arriving home the following day.
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Day 16: Arrive UK
Welcome home!
Duration and Guide Prices
- Age Guide: 12+
- Itinerary Type: Tailor-made Holiday
When To Go
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Our tailor-made trip ideas can be adapted to suit your requirements. Contact our experts for a personalised itinerary.
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Dates & Prices
Our trip ideas are flexible and can be offered during the date ranges below, on a date of your choice. To book, make a no obligation booking request with your preferred departure date or enquire to find out more.
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| Year | From | To | Duration | Adult price, excluding flights, from | Child price, excluding flights, from | Duration | Adult price, including flights, from | Child price, including flights, from | Options |
| 2026 | 1 Oct | 31 Oct | 14 days | £2,295 | £1,845 | 16 days | £4,045 | £3,245 | Book or Enquire |
| 2026 | 1 Dec | 31 Dec | 14 days | £2,295 | £1,845 | 16 days | £4,045 | £3,245 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Mar | 30 Apr | 14 days | £2,195 | £1,795 | 16 days | £3,945 | £3,195 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Oct | 31 Oct | 14 days | £2,295 | £1,845 | 16 days | £4,095 | £3,295 | Book or Enquire |
| 2027 | 1 Dec | 31 Dec | 14 days | £2,295 | £1,845 | 16 days | £4,095 | £3,295 | Book or Enquire |
For alternative dates, please contact us. We may be in the process of finalising further departures and are often able to tailor a holiday for you according to your own requirements.
Kindly note that we prepare our prices several months ahead of travel dates, and our flight-inclusive prices are provided as a general indication, based upon flight costs at the time of publication. Your quotation may vary, based upon the prices of flights (and the availability) at the time of your enquiry.
