Best of Cambodia

14 Days | Experience an all-encompassing adventure through Cambodia

5 out of 5 based on 60 reviews submitted.
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Experience the best of Cambodia on a comprehensive two-week journey right into the heart of the country. Get to know the people, landscape, customs and cuisine that make this place so incredible from the capital city Phnom Penh to the rural village Sambor Prei Kuk. Travel to the French-colonial elegance of Battambang and see the time-worn grandeur of Angkor Wat – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – at sunrise. Visit the remote south and discover the magical country of the Khmers, before heading to Koh Rong Island for two days of blissful beach time. If you want to see all the best sights that Cambodia has to offer, with a local leader who knows all the secrets, this one’s for you.

Trip overview

Map of Best Of Cambodia including Cambodia
Start
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Finish
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Theme
Explorer
Destinations
Cambodia
Physical rating
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Style
Original
Ages
Min 15
Group size
Min 1 - Max 12
Trip code
TKSM
This trip generates 32.11 kg of CO2-e per person per day.
We offset these emissions on your behalf. But we know that is not enough, so we also have a carbon reduction target.

Why you'll love this trip
  • Watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat just as it did over 800 years ago. Wander through the ancient temples of this UNESCO World Heritage Site on a guided tour – with a three-day pass to cover your whole time in Siem Reap, you can explore this incredible complex as much and as often as you like!
  • Discover the temple ruins at Sambor Prei Kuk and enjoy a village homestay to experience everyday life in rural Cambodia, with local food, local life and plenty to see.
  • Get familiar with Khmer cuisine with an included visit to the acclaimed pepper plantations of Kampot, a cycling tour of local producers in Battambang and a local village dinner in Sambor Prei Kuk.
  • Put your feet up and enjoy a well-deserved break on the white sand coasts of Koh Rong Island – home to one of the best beaches in Asia (and a few of the Survivor seasons).
  • Enjoy an in-depth tour of Cambodia at an easy pace, mixed with insightful tours by local guides, plenty of chances to rub shoulders with the locals and free time to customise your adventure.
  • By travelling on this trip, you’ll directly support our Intrepid Foundation partner, Friends International. Donations help vulnerable youth in Southeast Asia build a brighter future with vocational training and employment readiness programs.

Is this trip right for you?
  • You'll be spending a night with a local family on this trip. While the accommodation is shared and basic, this is a great opportunity to connect with the local people (and enjoy delicious home-cooked meals!). Read more about the experience here: https://www.intrepidtravel.com/adventures/cambodia-homestay-experience
  • This trip uses a mixture of public and private transport for moving around in the country and has some long days of driving, so some patience will go a long way towards your enjoyment.
  • At times your accommodation may not have continuous hot water. Most travellers don't find this a problem and are often keen to cool down from the heat with a refreshing cold shower!
  • You will visit a number of temples on this trip, and this requires a level of modesty. Be sure to bring clothes that cover the arms and pants or skirts that go past the knees. A light scarf is also a good idea for covering shoulders and arms when it’s hot.

Itinerary

This itinerary is valid for departures from 01 January 2024 to 31 December 2024.

View the itinerary for departures between 01 January 2023 - 31 December 2023

Map of Best Of Cambodia including Cambodia

Inclusions

Meals

9 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 1 dinner

Transport

Private minibus, Speed Boat, Public bus, Bicycle, Train, Remork-Moto (Tuk-tuk)

Accommodation

Homestay (1 night), Hotel (12 nights)

Activities
  • Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21)
  • Phnom Penh - The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek
  • Battambang - countryside cycling tour and local snack tasting
  • Siem Reap - Three day Angkor Pass
  • Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour
  • Siem Reap - Sunrise at Angkor Wat
  • Sambor Prei Kuk - Village Tour with local guide
  • Sambor Prei Kuk - Traditional Khmer Dinner
  • Kampot - Heritage walking tour
  • Kampot - Countryside tour
  • Kampot - Pepper farm visit (Pepper Project)
  • Kampot - Salt field visit
  • Kampot - Phnom Chhnork limestone cave
Add on activities
  • Phnom Penh - National Museum - USD10
  • Phnom Penh - Wat Phnom - USD2
  • Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda - USD10
  • Battambang - Bamboo railway - USD10
  • Battambang - Phare Ponleu Selpak Centre - USD12
  • Battambang - Cooking Class - USD12
  • Siem Reap - Phare Circus Ticket - USD18
  • Siem Reap - Landmine Museum - USD5
  • Siem Reap - Angkor Zipline Silver Tour - USD129
  • Siem Reap - Urban Adventure Cambodian Cook-out - USD52
  • Siem Reap - Urban Adventure Street Food by Night - USD48
  • Siem Reap - Angkor Zipline Gold Tour - USD99
  • Kampong Thom - Sambor Prei Kuk Temple - USD10
  • Kampot - Khmer massage - USD5
  • Kampot - Sunset cruise - USD30
  • Phnom Penh - Urban Adventure Mekong Sunset - USD65

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Important notes

1. A single supplement is available if you’d prefer not to share a room on this trip. The single supplement excludes Day 8 (Homestay) where you will be in shared accommodation and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.

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Reviews

5 out of 5 based on 60 reviews submitted.
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James · Traveled August 2023
Our Cambodian trip with Intrepid was an exhilarating and hugely enjoyable experience. We loved learning the history and our fabulous guide Channa was a great educator whilst also making it fun and exhilarating. Our trip will linger with us for a long time to come. We would highly recommend Intrepid for your next holiday
Review submitted 30 Aug 2023

Paula · Traveled August 2023
I would highly recommend this trip. Channa was fantastic in giving us the real Cambodia.
Review submitted 31 Aug 2023

sunita · Traveled July 2023
Great! A variety of stays include the larger cities and rural areas and gives a view of the complete Cambodia life. All bus rides were 4 hours or less between stops in a comfortable private van. A nice mix of optional activities/free time to included activities. Lots of history provided on Cambodia through the centuries
Review submitted 29 Jul 2023

Antje · Traveled June 2023
This trip was both informative and fun. It strikes the right balance of activities and spare time. I felt very looked after by our amazing tour guide Channa. Lots of laughs around the dinner table, on the bus, and with locals. It's totally worth exploring Cambodia beyond Siem Riep and Phnom Penh, to enjoy a home-cooked meal and stop your bike at a local monestary school.
Review submitted 17 Jun 2023

Fergus · Traveled May 2023
The Best of Cambodia is a great way to get a better feel for the country and it people as well as seeing the key sights. Highly recommended.
Review submitted 28 May 2023
Best of Cambodia
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