5-Day Cambodia Tour: Angkor Wat, Floating Villages & Phnom Penh City Discovery

Notes

Itinerary

🛬 Day 1: Arrival in Siem Reap & Kampong Phluk Floating Village
(Meals: Lunch, Dinner)
Welcome to the Kingdom of Wonder! Upon arrival at Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, meet your professional English-speaking tour guide and driver. Head to an authentic Indian restaurant for a delicious welcome lunch before checking in at your hotel.

🛶 Afternoon Experience:
Embark on a boat trip to Kampong Phluk Floating Village, located on the serene Tonle Sap Lake—Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake. Discover traditional stilt houses, flooded forests, and the daily life of local fishing communities. Cap off your adventure with a magical sunset over the lake.

🍽️ Evening:
Enjoy a delightful buffet dinner accompanied by a traditional Apsara Dance Show, showcasing the elegance of Khmer performing arts. Overnight in Siem Reap.

🏯 Day 2: Angkor Sunrise & Grand Temple Tour
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

🌅 Sunrise at Angkor Wat:
Rise early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over Angkor Wat, one of the most iconic UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world. After the sunrise, return to your hotel for breakfast.

🛕 Morning Exploration:

• Ta Prohm Temple – famously featured in Tomb Raider, where jungle trees intertwine with ancient ruins.
• Angkor Thom Complex – once the royal city of the Khmer Empire, including:
• Bayon Temple with its mysterious smiling stone faces
• Terrace of the Elephants
• Terrace of the Leper King

🍛 Lunch: Enjoy Khmer cuisine at a local restaurant.

🏰 Afternoon:
Explore Angkor Wat in-depth, the crown jewel of Khmer architecture and the world’s largest religious monument. Walk through the intricately carved galleries and learn the stories behind the bas-reliefs and temples.

🍽️ Evening:
Dinner at a local restaurant. Afterward, stroll through Pub Street and the Night Market, where you can shop, eat, and enjoy the lively local scene. Overnight in Siem Reap.

🚗 Day 3: Scenic Transfer to Phnom Penh via Ancient Bridge & Spider Market
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
After breakfast, check out and begin your scenic drive to Phnom Penh by private car (6–7 hours). Along the way:

🌉 Cultural Stops:

• Visit Kampong Kdei Bridge (Spean Praptos) – over 1,000 years old, it’s one of Southeast Asia's oldest surviving laterite bridges.
• Stop for lunch in Kampong Thom Province.
• Visit Skun's Spider Market, famous for its exotic snacks like fried tarantulas and crickets – a unique photo and tasting opportunity!

📌 Optional: You may travel by public bus for a cheaper option (note: no sightseeing stops included).

🏙️ Evening in Phnom Penh:
Arrive in Phnom Penh and check into your hotel. Freshen up and enjoy dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

🏛️ Day 4: Phnom Penh City Tour & Sunset Cruise
(Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
Start your day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel before beginning your Phnom Penh city exploration:

🕌 Morning Visits:

• Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda – home to the Cambodian monarchy and exquisite Buddhist treasures
• Wat Phnom – the city’s namesake temple on a peaceful hilltop
• Independence Monument & King Norodom Statue
• A relaxing walk along Chaktomuk Riverside

🍴 Lunch at a local restaurant

🛥️ Afternoon:
Enjoy a scenic sunset boat cruise on the Mekong River, offering beautiful views of Phnom Penh’s skyline and river life.
🍽️ Dinner: Delight in flavorful Khmer cuisine at a local restaurant. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

🕊️ Day 5: Killing Fields & Departure
(Meals: Breakfast)
After breakfast and check-out, visit one of Cambodia’s most emotional landmarks:

⚰️ Cheung Ek Genocidal Center (Killing Fields):
Learn about Cambodia’s tragic past under the Khmer Rouge regime with a visit to this important memorial site.
🛫 Transfer to Techo International Airport in Ta Khmau for your onward flight, marking the end of a meaningful and memorable journey through Cambodia.