Private tour – 10 days tour of Cambodia

A Breathtaking 10-Day Journey Through Phnom Penh, Battambang, and Siem Reap’s Hidden Gems

Ever felt lost in a sea of tourists, following the same old trails? The charm of discovering a new place often gets diluted in crowded spots, leaving you craving a more genuine connection with the local culture.

Stirring the Desire for Authenticity

10 days tour of Cambodia – Key Details

• Location: Phnom Penh, Battambang, and Siem Reap.
• Departure from Your Hotel lobby.
• Live Guide: Yes
• Instant Confirmation
• Transportation: Luxury air-conditioned minivan
• Mobile Voucher Accepted
• Printed Voucher Accepted

10 days tour of Cambodia – Key Highlights

This special 10-day private tour provides insider access to Siem Reap’s hidden gems and local secrets. Here are some of the main highlights:

1. Exclusive Access to Hidden Gems Escape to Cambodia’s secret spots with Tourvado. Our tours offer unparalleled privacy, guiding you to places where the stories of the land unfold just for you. This unique feature ensures an intimate journey, making every moment of your 10 days tour of Cambodia unforgettable.
2. Personalized Encounters with Local Culture Dive deep into the heart of Cambodia. Our tours are designed to bring you face-to-face with the vibrant traditions and people of Khmer life. It’s not just a visit; it’s an immersion, facilitated by our commitment to small groups and private experiences.
3. Seamless, Crowd-Free Exploration Say goodbye to the hustle and hassle. Tourvado guarantees a serene exploration of Cambodia, where the focus is on the beauty around you, not dodging other tourists. This peace is the cornerstone of our tours, ensuring your 10 days in Cambodia are as tranquil as they are enriching.

This exclusive 10 days tour of Cambodia offers rare access and genuine local adventures you won’t find anywhere else.

What’s Included

• Air-conditioned vehicles, a modern minivan with an experienced private driver.
• Private transportation? Check.
• Professional tour guide? Check.
• Refreshments every day on board, soft drinks, water? Check.
• Departure comfortably from your Hotel lobby. Check.
• Safety Insurance. Check.
• Free transfers from or to the Airport and transfers from your selected Hotel are included. Check.

What’s Not Included

• Angkor National Park Fees
• Personal expenses such as drinks, tips, laundry, etc
• Gratuities
• Hotel / Resort / Villa, accommodation

10 days tour of Cambodia – What You’ll Do

The Inside Scoop Itinerary for your 10 days tour of Cambodia

DAY 1: Phnom Penh arrival

Our personnel will greet you upon your arrival at the airport, and then you will be transferred to the hotel of your choice.

• Duration: Full day (1 hour app).
• Departure Time: your arrival at the airport.

DAY 2: The Majesty and Tragedy of Phnom Penh – A Royal and Historical Journey

The intriguing capital city of Phnom Penh, formerly referred to as “the Pearl of Asia,” is one of the most beautiful cities in Indochina. It was created in the 1920s and still has colonial and traditional Khmer charm when we visit it.

• At the Royal Palace, which is still the residence of the King, we pay a visit to the Throne room and the Silver Pagoda, both of which are particularly noteworthy.
• After that, you should go to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, also known as the “S-21 School,” which is a museum that is a witness to the tumultuous era that occurred under the Khmer Rouge government.
• At the end of the day, we pay a visit to the vibrant market in the neighborhood.

Additional details

• Duration: Full day (8 hours app).
• Departure Time: 9:00 AM from your hotel lobby.
• Return Time: Approximately 7:00 PM

DAY 3: On the Trail of Khmer Kings: Tracing an Ancient Capital to Battambang’s Sacred Sites

Onward, we travel to Battambang, continuing our journey. The lengthy journey from Phnom Penh to Battambang affords us the opportunity to witness the way of life of the Khmer people as they go about their daily occupations.

• Oudong, which served as the capital of the Kingdom of Cambodia from 1818 until 1866, is the first place we arrive. On our tour, we go to the Oudong Monastery, which is the largest monastery in Cambodia, as well as the hill that is close to it. On the hill, we find sacred stupas that preserve some relics of the Buddha, and from there, we have an incredible perspective.
• We will make a halt at the town of Pursat in order to pay a visit to the workshops that produce terracotta objects in the village of Kompong Chhnang.
• The popular pagoda of Wat Bopha Vatey will be our next destination, which will be near the town of Moung Ruessei. This will be a very interesting stop for us.
• As soon as we arrive in Battambang, we will immediately proceed to the province’s most popular tourist destination, the well-known Phnom Sampow mountain, which is home to bats that date back hundreds of years.

At this point, we have arrived at your hotel in Battambang, where you can check in and then thoroughly decompress as you relax.

Additional details

• Duration: Full day (9 hours app).
• Departure Time: 9:00 AM from your hotel lobby
• Return Time: Approximately 7:00 PM

DAY 4: Discovering Battambang

Our guided tour will commence at 8:30 a.m. sharp.

• Our first stop will be Wat Ek Phnom, a partially collapsed 11th-century temple surrounded by ancient laterite walls and a baray reservoir. Here you can observe intricate carvings depicting the churning of the Ocean of Milk above the east portal. This site holds spiritual significance for locals and is a popular gathering place, especially for women seeking fertility blessings.
• We will then progress to the serene Damrey Sor Pagoda (well known as White Elephant Pagoda), where you may wander through tranquil gardens and temple buildings at your leisure. The pagoda offers a quiet spot to enjoy the boxed lunch provided.
• In the afternoon, we will ascend to the hilltop Wat Banan, an atmospheric Angkorian-era site with panoramic views over the countryside. On our descent, we will pause at a family-owned vineyard, the only commercial wine producer in Cambodia. You will have the opportunity to sample their selection and learn about winemaking techniques in the tropics.
• The final leg passes through orchards and farms growing produce like dragonfruit, oranges and bananas. Here you can gain insight into the agriculture and livelihoods of rural communities in this region.
• We expect to return to Hotel by 5 pm, completing a varied showcase of cultural landmarks, natural vistas and local industries.

DAY 5: An adventurous day full of unique moments to travel to Siem Reap

Check out from your Battambang Hotel at 8:00 AM to drive to the famous “old” Battambang Bamboo Train.

Next, we start driving toward Siem Reap, with a scenic and tasty stop at a place that has become a local attraction in recent years, the 361 THREE SIX ONE.

Check-in at your Hotel in Siem Reap and get ready to be impressed with a tasty local food buffet and a fantastic cultural show at Morakot Angkor Restaurant.

Day 6: Banteay Srei Private Tour – Discover the Pink Temple and stunning off-the-beaten-track temples.

Tour highlights: Banteay Srei Temple, Banteay Samre, East Mebon Temple, Ta Som Temple, Preah Khan Temple.

• 6:30 a.m.: Pickup from Siem Reap hotel lobby.
• 7:30 a.m.: Arrive early to Banteay Srei and admire intricate pink sandstone carvings before crowds gather.
• 9:00 a.m.: Explore Banteay Samre and its elaborate Hindu deity carvings.
• 10:00 a.m.: Local village restaurant lunch break
• 1:00 p.m.: – Climb the staircases of the East Mebon 10th century temple mountain.
• 2:00 p.m.: Marvel at Ta Som’s strangler fig tree and ruins entwined in jungle overgrowth.
• 3:00 p.m.: Wander through the nature-reclaimed corridors of the expansive Preah Khan monastery.
• 4:30 p.m.: Return to Siem Reap hotel after a full day of temple discoveries.

Additional details

• Duration: Full day (8 hours app).
• Departure Time: 11:00 AM from your hotel lobby
• Return Time: Approximately 7:00 PM

Day 7: Afternoon Siem Reap Elephants tour – Special Experience

• Discover Cambodia’s countryside villages and rural life.
• Enjoy a sunset picnic in the lovely countryside.
• Led by a skilled, English-speaking local guide.
• Support elephant conservation activities in Southeast Asia.
• Make memories with majestic elephants that will last a lifetime.

Your tour includes visits to local countryside settlements. Take in scenes from everyday country life. Chat with the nice locals.

The highlight is seeing the rescued elephant herd at the ethical Kulen Sanctuary. Participate in feedings, woodland hikes, and baths. Learn about the protection efforts for these endangered giants. It’s a moving event that will give you a new appreciation for elephants.
Sunset Picnic

Finish your countryside tour with a delightful picnic dinner as the sun sets over the rice paddies and palm palms.

Additional details

• Duration: Full day (6 hours app).
• Departure Time: 1:00 PM from your hotel lobby
• Return Time: Approximately 7:00 PM

Day 8: Private Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour

Angkor Wat, the Thom Gates, Ta Prohm Temple, and Bayon Temple: A Time Travel Experience.

• A Front Row Seat to Angkor’s Majestic Sunrise Awakening
• Prepare for a magical journey back through the mists of time to glimpse Angkor’s ancient grandeur beneath the golden glow of sunrise. Watch in awe as the slumbering temple stones come to life with the first light over the iconic lotus towers of Angkor Wat.
• Marvel at intricate bas-reliefs depicting epic historic tales on an exclusive guided tour before the crowds arrive. Trace stories of gods and kings, triumph and turmoil across these ancient galleries now bathed in a warm dawn glow.
• Wander through the stone faces and intricate towers of the enigmatic Bayon Temple as your guide reveals insights into the mysteries of Angkor’s spiritual iconography.
• Then journey into Ta Prohm, where giant jungle trees and their snaking roots embrace the crumbling temple walls. Pause to enjoy breakfast along the way as the sights and sounds of local life buzz around you.
• Cap it all off with a visit to Angkor Thom’s Victory Gate, its towering granite faces gazing silently across the ancient royal city – the perfect end to an unforgettable dawn in the heart of the Khmer empire.

Additional details

• Duration: Full day (8 hours app).
• Departure Time: 4:30 AM / 4:45 AM.
• Return Time at your Hotel: 2:00 PM (approx.).
• Chance to see majestic Angkor Wat at sunrise before crowds arrive.

Day 9: Siem Reap Bakong Temples and Adventure Tour.

The tour highlights: Prasat Lolei Temple, Sightsee Preah Ko Temple, Ox-cart ride from Bakong Temple to Rolous Market, Exploring Prasat Bakong Temple, Siem Reap Floating Village Kampong Phluk, and Boat ride.

A Full-day guided tour in Siem Reap combining visits to iconic Angkor temples, hidden jungle ruins, peaceful villages, and floating communities

• Drift along the dreamy waterways surrounding Prasat Lolei, an enigmatic island temple exuding serenity. Wander its ancient halls honoring Hindu gods now reclaimed by nature.
• Marvel at the Preah Ko Temple’s iconic statues of sacred bulls standing guard. Learn tales from your expert guide that bring the intricate carvings to life.
• Ride by ox-cart from the halls of Prasat Bakong to Rolous Market. Soak up pastoral scenes and village life on this unique transport through the countryside.
• Explore Prasat Bakong, dedicated to Shiva. Trace sandstone bas-reliefs as your guide shares insights into the temple’s spiritual history and magical aura.
• Next, jump aboard a traditional wooden boat and cruise into the floating world of Kampong Phluk. Absorb this exotic water-based culture – stilted homes, floating schools, canoes and boardwalks adapt to the lake’s ebb and flow.
• Filled with flexibility, fascinating stories, and friendly local interactions, this is your personalized pathway to uncover Angkor’s hidden gems. Let the magic and tranquility captivate you!

Additional details

• Duration: Full day (8 hours app).
• Departure Time: 10:00 AM from your hotel lobby.
• Return Time: Approximately 7:00 PM.
• Visits to 3 impressive temples.
• Boating through the floating village.
• Personalization for photographic stops, etc.

Day 10: Depart Siem Reap for Phnom Penh International Airport, carrying memories of a land rich in history, culture, and natural beauty.

We make our way to the Phnom Penh International Airport in plenty of time for your flight destined for departure.

Live Guide

English

Cancellation Policy

Private 10 days tour of Cambodia. Cancel up to 1 week in advance for a full refund.

Important Information

Accessibility and Participation: Please note, this tour may not accommodate wheelchair users due to the natural terrain and historical sites’ infrastructure. However, it’s designed to welcome a broad spectrum of adventurers eager to explore.

With a balanced mix of walking tours and ample opportunities to unwind, we ensure a comfortable pace for everyone.

• Private Experience: Your tour, your way. This exclusive adventure means you and your chosen companions will have our undivided attention, ensuring a personalized and intimate exploration of Siem Reap and beyond.
• Cultural Immersion: From the majestic Angkor Wat to the serene countryside, every step is an opportunity to connect with the soul of Cambodia, its history, and its people.
• Balanced Exploration: While there’s a moderate amount of walking to fully experience the sites, we’ve carefully planned breaks for you to relax and soak in the beauty around you.

Join us for this private 10-day tour of Cambodia, where each day unfolds a new chapter in the extraordinary story of this land.

What you need to bring

• Sun protection – hat, sunscreen, glasses.
• Insect repellent.
• Poncho or light rain jacket.
• Comfortable walking shoes.
• Camera to capture memories.
• A smile and an open mind!

Meeting Point to Start your 10 days tour of Cambodia

Your Gateway to Adventure: Starting Your 10-Day Tour of Cambodia

Meeting Point: Phnom Penh International Airport

Begin your unforgettable journey into the heart of Cambodia right from the moment you land. Our meeting point is conveniently located at Phnom Penh International Airport, where our friendly and knowledgeable guide will be waiting for you with a warm welcome and a sign bearing your name. This ensures a seamless start to your adventure, as we whisk you away to your first destination in the comfort of our private transportation.

Kickoff Time: Your 10-day exploration kicks off upon your arrival. We understand that flights can arrive at various times, so we tailor the start time to match your landing, ensuring a personalized and stress-free beginning to your Cambodian adventure.

Every tour day: Departs and return to the Hotel of your choice.

Know Before You Go

• Siem Reap City Tour starts from your Hotel/Resort Lobby.
• Rates are inclusive of 10% service charge and applicable government tax
• All above rates are net and quoted in US Dollars per person
• Show Schedule is subject to change without prior announcement
• The exact pick-up and drop-off time will be confirmed via your email
• The dropping-off time can not be confirmed. It depends on the situation and traffic.

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Ready to Break Free from the Ordinary?

Clear Advantages for Tourvado Clients

• Authenticity: Experience the real Cambodia, beyond tourist facades.
• Privacy: Enjoy the luxury of exploring without the crowds.
• Cultural Immersion: Engage deeply with local traditions and lifestyles.
• Personalized Itineraries: Discover Cambodia your way, with tours tailored to your interests.
• Local Expertise: Benefit from our guides’ insider knowledge for a truly unique experience.

Choosing Tourvado means opting for an adventure that respects your desire for depth, not just destinations. Our tours are crafted by locals passionate about sharing the true essence of Cambodia.

From the tranquility of ancient ruins at dawn to the lively chatter of a family-run eatery, we promise a journey that’s as diverse as it is profound.

Whether you’re a history buff, a culture enthusiast, or a soul searcher, our tours offer a window into the heart of Cambodia, tailored to your pace and preferences.