Arrival in Siem Reap - Welcome to Cambodia

Siem Reap Angkor International Airport - A warm welcome awaits you at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, where a professional tour guide and driver will greet you. Look for your guide holding a welcome signboard featuring the About Cambodia Travel & Tours Logo and your name. They will transfer you to Siem Reap city before heading to your hotel for check-in, providing you with insightful information about the city and its daily life. Enjoy an overnight stay in Siem Reap.

Siem Reap - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Regency Angkor Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5-star hotel or similar

Cycling through Angkor Ruined Temples in the Jungle

Angkor Wat - After breakfast at your hotel, meet the Cycling Tour Guide in the hotel lobby for a brief tour and bike presentation. Cycle northeast of Siem Reap along the riverside road to explore the magnificent Angkor Wat, enriched by insightful storytelling from our friendly, professional tour guide. Continue cycling through the jungle, immersing yourself in the greenery and natural sounds, to the city of Angkor Thom. Ride through the ancient city to Bayon Temple, an unforgettable experience, before enjoying a lunch break with authentic, healthy Khmer food at a local restaurant inside Angkor Park. After lunch, continue cycling to visit the marvelous Ta Nei Temple, hidden deep in the jungle. Finally, visit Ta Prohm Temple before riding back to town after a fulfilling day of temple exploration at a leisurely cycling pace. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Bayon Temple - Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple associated with Buddhism, located in Angkor, Cambodia.

Ta Prohm Temple - Known as the “Tomb Raider Temple” or “Angelina Jolie Temple” due to its appearance in the film Lara Croft: Tomb Raider (2001). Built without mortar, trees have taken root in the loosened stones since its abandonment.

Ta Nei Temple - Ta Nei is a late 12th-century stone temple in Angkor, Cambodia, built during King Jayavarman VII’s reign, near the northwest corner of the East Baray, a large sacred reservoir. It was dedicated to Buddha.

Angkor Thom - A spectacular archaeological site and a must-see in Cambodia. Be prepared for crowds, trash, and monkeys. As the only temple complex of its kind and size, Angkor Wat is a historical and cultural marvel.

Siem Reap - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Regency Angkor Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5-star hotel or similar

Discover Angkor Grand Circle, Banteay Srei with Sunset at Phnom Bakheng

Banteay Srei - After breakfast, transfer to visit the most beautiful temples in Angkor Archaeological Park, which houses over 250 temples across 401 km², including Preah Khan, Neak Pean, Ta Som, East Mebon, and Banteay Samre temples. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. Afterward, visit Banteay Srei, known as the crown jewel of Khmer art, built with rose and pink sandstone. On the way back, stop to visit a village with traditional Khmer houses and palm sugar production, and watch the sunset at Phnom Bakheng before returning to the hotel. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Phnom Bakheng - A Hindu and Buddhist temple in the form of a temple mountain in Siem Reap Province, Cambodia. Dedicated to Shiva, it was built at the end of the 9th century during King Yasovarman’s reign.

Prasat Preah Khan - A temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built in the 12th century for King Jayavarman VII to honor his father. Located northeast of Angkor Thom, it is associated with the Jayatataka baray.

Neak Pean - An artificial island with a Hindu temple on a circular island in Jayatataka Baray, associated with Preah Khan temple, built during King Jayavarman VII’s reign. It is the “Mebon” of the Preah Khan baray.

Banteay Samre - A temple at Angkor, Cambodia, located 400 meters east of the East Baray. Built during the reigns of Suryavarman II and Yasovarman II in the early 12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat style.

Pre Rup - A Hindu temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of Khmer king Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or early 962. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite, and sandstone construction.

Siem Reap - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Regency Angkor Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5-star hotel or similar

Boat Trip at Tonle Sap Lake - Floating Village and Siem Reap City Tour

Tonle Sap Lake - After breakfast, transfer to visit Tonle Sap Lake, the largest lake in Southeast Asia, and explore the most beautiful floating village there. Take a boat to experience the traditional and daily life of the people living on the water, who are primarily fishermen. Most houses are built on boats or bamboo rafts. Tonle Sap is unique, with water fed by the Mekong River, flowing in during the wet season and out during the dry season. After visiting the floating village, continue to Wat Prom Rath, Artisans Angkor, and then enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, visit the Royal Garden, enjoy the view of the manmade water reservoir at West Baray, and visit Wat Svay Lmeat Monastery before returning to Siem Reap. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Kampong Phluk Floating Village - A worthwhile visit to see how people live and gain insight into different cultures. It’s better to visit from Siem Reap, though it’s a bit far, as there are other activities to enjoy in Siem Reap. A boat trip to Tonle Lake and back is recommended.

Wat Preah Prom Rath - One of the oldest pagodas in Siem Reap, Cambodia, featuring well-preserved 17th-century wall paintings. Although a Buddhist temple, some paintings depict the famous ancient love story of Rama and Shita.

Artisans Angkor - A Cambodian social business creating job opportunities for young people in rural areas while reviving traditional Khmer craftsmanship. Founded in 1992, it is located on Stung Thmey Street, a 2-minute walk from the Old Market in Siem Reap Centre, Cambodia.

West Baray - A vast man-made lake surrounded by an earthen levee forming a dyke. According to legend, a ruler’s daughter was grabbed by a crocodile, creating a large opening in the south dyke of the West Baray, still visible today. The crocodile was captured and killed, and the princess was rescued.

Svay Romiet Pagoda - Located directly on the banks of the West Baray.

Siem Reap - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Regency Angkor Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5-star hotel or similar

Phnom Kulen National Park - Rainforest Jungle Trekking Tour

Phnom Kulen National Park - After breakfast, transfer to the foot of Phnom Kulen Mountain for a trek through the sacred site of National Phnom Kulen with a private guide. The trek takes about 3 hours to hike the mountain range and up to a day to tour the entire area. Start from Preah Ang Jub at the mountain’s base, where a Buddhist temple is located, before continuing the trek up the Kulen mountains. Reach the Valley of Thousand Lingas with river water flowing over the lingams. Continue trekking to Preah Ang Thom, a Buddhist temple home to a 15m statue of Buddha carved from a huge sandstone block. Then, proceed to the waterfall for a swim and relaxation, enjoying the jungle views. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Poeng Ta Kho (Amazing Cliff) - Known as “Amazing Cliff,” located atop Kulen Mountain, offering impressive views across the canyon below between the mountain ranges. Accessible from the main road across the mountain top, with a small parking bay and foot trail leading to the site. Approximately 150 meters of the cliff edge is cleared.

Phnom Kulen Pagoda - At the hill’s summit, see a Buddhist pagoda and a large reclining Buddha statue, 8 meters long, carved into a sandstone block in the 16th century.

Preah Ang Thom Pagoda - Often referred to as the Reclining Buddha, Preah Ang Thom is an 8-meter (26 ft) tall statue of the reclining Buddha reaching nirvana. Carved into a huge natural sandstone boulder, a modern staircase and shelter have been added. It is a sacred site for Cambodians, often busy with visitors.

Kbal Spean - Along a 500-meter stretch of the riverbed, carvings of linga, several big and small yoni, and a large carving of Vishnu are visible. Small carvings are also seen in the bedrock along the riverbed walls.

Phnom Kulen Waterfall - Popular for swimming in the river forming the Kulen Waterfall. There are two waterfalls: the first is around 25m wide and 5m tall, and the second is about 15m tall and 15m wide. Waterfall sizes vary by season, with more water during the rainy season, but still worth visiting in the dry season.

Preah Ang Choub Pagoda - Begin trekking from Preah Ang Choub Pagoda through the rainforest in the national park.

Siem Reap - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• Royal Crown Hotel & Spa, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Regency Angkor Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Angkor Paradise Hotel, a 5-star hotel or similar

Departure from Siem Reap to Battambang with Sightseeing

Battambang - After breakfast, depart from Siem Reap to Battambang. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel and explore Battambang’s attractions. As Cambodia’s second-largest city, it features beautiful colonial buildings and traditional Cambodian houses, some over 100 years old, passed down through generations. Popular sites include the 12th-century Phnom Banan temple. Enjoy a fun ride on the Bamboo train, then visit Phnom Sampov and the famous natural bat cave, where millions of bats fly out each evening and return in the morning, creating an amazing spectacle. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Battambang.

Bamboo Train Battambang - An old track offering open bamboo platform rides through the jungle, with souvenir shops at the end.

Royal Residence Battambang - The Royal Bungalow, built in the 1960s by renowned Cambodian architect Vann Molyvann, combines traditional Khmer architecture with contemporary features (“New Khmer Architecture”). It accommodates the Royal Family during visits to Battambang. King Norodom Sihamoni last visited in 2007.

Damrey Sor Pagoda - Damrey Sor Pagoda (White Elephant Pagoda) is a popular tourist spot in Battambang’s city center. Known for its elaborate architectural structure, it is conveniently located in a busy district, making it a prime attraction. Accessible via Road 2 or Road 3, with roadside shops and eateries along the way.

Killing Caves Of Phnom Sampeau - A Khmer Rouge execution site on Phnom Sampeau, southwest of Battambang. Victims were killed at the cave’s rim and thrown into the cave. Separate caves housed men, women, and clothes. Today, a large glass memorial and a golden reclining Buddha are in the cave, accessible via a staircase. A memorial with human bones is at the stairway’s base.

Battambang Bat Caves - A spectacle at the foot of Battambang’s Phnom Sampeou, where millions of bats pour from caves at sunset. Here’s all you need to know about Cambodia’s bat caves.

Phnom Sampow - Atop Sam Puoy mountain, there are temples and three natural wells: Pkar Slar, Lo Khuon, and Ak So Pheak. Nearby mountains include Phnom Trung Moan, Phnom Trung Tea, and Phnom Neang Rum Say Sork, linked to the Cambodian folk legend of Reach Kol Neang Rum Say Sork.

Banan Temple - ភ្នំបាណន់ - Phnom Banan is the best-preserved Khmer temple in Battambang Province. Its distinctive five towers resemble the larger, more famous temple in Battambang. At the mountain’s base is a step laterite staircase flanked by Nagas.

Battambang - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• Classy Hotel & Spa, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Cambana La Riviere Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Maisons Wat Kor, a 5-star hotel or similar

Departure from Battambang to Phnom Penh via Hiking at Oudong Mountain

Oudong Temple - After breakfast, depart from Battambang to Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s capital city. En route, visit City Pusat’s stone carving village and Kampong Chhnang’s pottery village. Continue to Oudong Mountain for a hike to the top. Oudong was the capital city before Phnom Penh in the 16th century. Proceed to Phnom Penh for an overnight stay.

Pursat - After breakfast, depart from Battambang, Cambodia’s second-largest city, to Phnom Penh. En route, visit Pursat’s marble stone carving village and Kampong Chhnang’s jar pottery village. Continue to Oudong, the capital city before Phnom Penh in the 16th century, then proceed to Phnom Penh.

Phreah Reach Traop Mountain - Phnom Preah Reach Troap is a sacred mountain featuring relics from ancient settlements.

Phnom Penh - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• King Grand Boutique Hotel, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Sun & Moon Urban Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Sun & Moon Riverside, a 5-star hotel or similar

Explore Highlights of the Capital City Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh - After breakfast, explore Phnom Penh, Cambodia’s top economic zone with commercial and political significance. Visit historical sites like the Killing Field at Cheung Ek Genocide Center and Toul Sleng Genocide Museum. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the Royal Palace, home to Cambodia’s royal family, and the Silver Pagoda. Continue to Wat Phnom, the birthplace of Phnom Penh, then visit Wat Ounalom, the largest monastery in Phnom Penh. See the Independence Monument and the Statue of King Father before visiting the Central Market, a colonial-era market perfect for shopping. Return to the hotel for an overnight stay in Phnom Penh.

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum - The Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum chronicles the Cambodian genocide. Located in Phnom Penh, it was a former secondary school used as Security Prison 21 by the Khmer Rouge regime from 1975 to 1979.

Royal Palace - The Royal Palace is one of Phnom Penh’s most iconic landmarks. Construction began in 1886 after King Norodom relocated the royal capital to Phnom Penh and was completed before World War I. Today, it remains the primary residence of The King of Cambodia. While parts of the palace are closed to the public, others, like the elegant Throne Hall, can be visited.

Silver Pagoda - Located next to the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh, the Silver Pagoda features a beautiful garden, offering a peaceful escape from the bustling streets of Cambodia’s capital. Inside, countless handcrafted silver tiles cover the floor. The pagoda is also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, as the primary Buddha statue is made of emerald or baccarat crystal.

Wat Phnom - Set on a 27m high tree-covered knoll, Wat Phnom is the only hill in town. According to legend, the first pagoda was erected in 1373 to house four Buddha statues deposited by the Mekong’s waters and discovered by a woman named Penh. The main entrance is via the grand eastern staircase, guarded by lions and naga (snake) balustrades.

Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk - The Norodom Sihanouk Memorial commemorates former King Norodom Sihanouk in Phnom Penh, Cambodia. The bronze statue is 4.5 meters tall, housed under a 27-meter high stupa in the park east of the Independence Monument. The statue, depicting the late king in a business suit, cost about US$1.2 million and took about 8 months to complete.

Wat Ounalom - Wat Ounalom is one of Phnom Penh’s five original monasteries (1422). It housed the Institute Bouddhique and library. Located on the riverfront about 250 meters north of the Royal Palace, facing the Tonle Sap River, this pagoda serves as the headquarters for one of Cambodia’s most revered Buddhist patriarchs.

Choeung Ek Genocidal Center - Choeung Ek is a former orchard and mass grave of Khmer Rouge victims killed between 1975 and 1979, about 17 kilometers south of Phnom Penh, Cambodia. It is the best-known of the “Killing Fields,” where the Khmer Rouge regime executed over one million people. Mass graves containing 8,895 bodies were discovered at Choeung Ek after the regime’s fall. Many of the dead were former political prisoners held in Tuol Sleng and other Cambodian detention centers.

Phnom Penh - Hotel Accommodation options include:

• King Grand Boutique Hotel, a 3-star hotel or similar
• Sun & Moon Urban Hotel, a 4-star hotel or similar
• Sun & Moon Riverside, a 5-star hotel or similar

Departure from Phnom Penh - Farewell Cambodia

Phnom Penh International Airport - After breakfast, enjoy leisure time until your driver meets you in the hotel lobby for a transfer (without guide) to Phnom Penh International Airport for your next flight. Bid farewell to Cambodia. End of services.

• Hotel for double, twin or triple sharing room
• Private boat tour to Tonle Sap Lake and floating village
• English speaking tour guide
• Transport
• Mountain Bike and Helmet
• Breakfast
• Admission fees

• Tip for tour guide and driver

Embark on an exciting 9-day active tour of Cambodia, seamlessly blending culture, history, and outdoor adventure. This exclusive tour offers a unique experience with cycling through ancient ruins, trekking to secluded temples, hiking in verdant national parks, and boating through floating villages and mangroves, providing a vibrant way to explore Cambodia’s landscapes and heritage.

✅ Cycling Through Angkor Temples: Pedal along picturesque trails through Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and lesser-known jungle temples, away from the crowds.

✅ Trekking & Hiking: Discover Phnom Kulen National Park, the River of 1000 Lingas, and hidden paths in rural Cambodia for a profound connection with nature.

✅ Tonle Sap Boating Adventure: Sail through floating villages and mangrove forests, uncovering the lifestyle of communities living entirely on water.

✅ Comfortable Accommodations: Enjoy stays in carefully chosen 3-star, 4-star, or 5-star hotels, with daily breakfast included.

If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.