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HIGHLIGHTS
- Archaeological discovery away from the crowds.
- Adventure cycling, mountain biking, canoeing, tuk-tuk.
- Chronological visits from Angkor to Phnom Penh.
- Immerse yourself in local life and Khmer nature.
- Exploration of little-known temples and historic sites.
Day 1: Welcome to Siem Reap
Stops: Siem Reap
Upon arrival at the airport, your guide will greet you and transfer you to your hotel.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 2: Exploring Roluos and Its Countryside by E-Bike
Stops: Roluos, Siem Reap
Set off to discover the countryside and Roluos, the first capital established in the Angkor region. Riding an electric bike, you’ll leave Siem Reap and follow scenic red dirt roads lined with coconut trees, houses, vegetable gardens, and pagodas. Upon arrival, visit Lolei with its ancient reservoir, followed by Preah Ko and its remarkable carvings. Then, explore the Bakong temple mountain, the state temple of Indravarman.
Nearby, you’ll reach a small, remote village where you’ll take part in a traditional ceremony with monks and village elders. This deeply immersive Khmer cultural experience ends with a sunset over sugar palms and a chance to taste Khmer delicacies such as snake salad or crocodile soup—an unforgettable culinary adventure!
Guided day tour, lunch at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 3: Temples and Villages of Angkor – The Birth of a Myth
Stops: Siem Reap
Before sunrise, you will hike up Phnom Bakheng to enjoy a peaceful moment above the ancient Angkorian forest. Afterward, have breakfast in a traditional village where you can engage with the locals.
Next, visit the world-famous Angkor Wat, an architectural masterpiece known across the globe. In the afternoon, head to the “Citadel of Women,” Banteay Srei, built from pink sandstone. Along the way, witness the production of palm sugar and admire scenic rice fields lined with coconut and sugar palms. On the return journey, visit Banteay Samré, the citadel of the Samré ethnic group.
Guided day tour with half board, dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 4: From the Sacred Mountain of Kbal Spean to the Forgotten Temple of Beng Mealea
Stops: Beng Mealea, Siem Reap
Travel to the karst cliffs of Kbal Spean, an impenetrable natural barrier extending over 50 km. Hike an ancient jungle trail to the mountain summit, where you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views before descending into rocky crevices for a surprising underground adventure.
Continue on foot through the forest to reach the sacred “River of a Thousand Lingas,” sculpted by hermits. Later, reunite with your driver to head to Beng Mealea, made famous by Jean-Jacques Annaud’s film Two Brothers. A chaotic spread of sandstone blocks swallowed by the jungle, this temple is the perfect “Indiana Jones” adventure.
Guided day tour, lunch and dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 5: Cycling Among Angkor’s Most Famous Temples
Stops: Siem Reap
Spend the day cycling along dirt and sandy paths, exploring Angkor’s most iconic temples: Ta Prohm, where nature has reclaimed the ruins, Preah Khan, with its labyrinth of corridors and gates symbolizing passage into paradise, and the grand hydraulic city of Angkor Thom, home to the magnificent stone faces of Bayon.
End the day with a sunset ride along the ancient walls of the royal city.
Guided day tour with half board, dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 6: Cambodian Countryside Around the Western Baray
Stops: Siem Reap
Hop on an electric bike to explore the Western Baray, a vast ancient reservoir essential to Angkor’s water management system and a favorite Khmer picnic spot. Cycle through the countryside, passing wooden stilt houses and pagodas, before settling into your bungalow for some relaxation in a hammock. Swimming is possible before continuing your cycling journey.
Along the way, discover forgotten temples like Ak Yum, a three-tiered pyramid partially buried by the reservoir embankment, and Phnom Rung, a site still used for religious celebrations.
End the day with a contemporary Cambodian circus performance featuring juggling and acrobatics set to Khmer music—an entertaining and insightful cultural showcase.
Guided full-day tour with full board.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 7: Rice Field Temples and Sacred Hill
Stops: Siem Reap
Drive to Prasat Prei, then cycle through the countryside to reach Banteay Thom, a citadel hidden among rice fields. Continue along these rural paths to Sralao, a smaller temple resembling Banteay Srei but heavily looted over time.
In the afternoon, explore Chau Srei Vibol, an ancient Angkorian city with a temple perched atop a hill. Far from tourist circuits, it remains shrouded in mystery, with only a school and a pagoda surviving from the old city.
Conclude your day by watching the sunset from the top of Phnom Bok, a strategic hill offering panoramic views over the province.
Guided day tour, lunch included, dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at La Niche d’Angkor Hotel (Angkor)
Day 8: Tonlé Sap Lake and the Sangker River
Stops: Tonlé Sap, Siem Reap, Battambang
This morning, transfer to a small village amid the rice fields. Discover traditional basket weaving and meet the last villagers who still wear traditional Khmer attire. Enjoy a freshly picked coconut before taking a scenic ox-cart ride through picturesque landscapes.
Then, participate in a hands-on cooking class with a Cambodian chef, learning to prepare dishes such as green mango salad, amok, and Kokor soup. Enjoy your self-prepared meal before continuing your journey to Battambang.
Guided day tour with half board, dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at Battambang Resort (Battambang)
Day 9: The Peaceful Countryside of Battambang
Stops: Battambang
Start the morning by visiting Phare Ponleu Selpak, the circus school behind the performance you saw in Siem Reap. Explore their circus, drawing, and music workshops.
Continue with a visit to Battambang’s main market, where seasonal delights like Battambang oranges and fresh vegetables await. In the afternoon, tour a century-old traditional Cambodian house, complete with antique furniture and daily life artifacts.
Later, climb Phnom Sampov hill to visit its hilltop pagoda, offering sweeping views of the province. At sunset, witness thousands of bats emerging from caves, forming a mesmerizing wave above the rice fields.
Guided day tour, lunch included, dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at Battambang Resort (Battambang)
Day 10: Journey to Phnom Penh
Stops: Battambang, Phnom Penh
Travel to Phnom Penh, passing through the provinces of Pursat and Kampong Chhnang. Admire Cambodia’s rural scenery, with vast rice fields dotted with thnot trees—the country’s iconic sugar palms.
Along the way, visit marble carving workshops in the Cardamom Mountains and a traditional pottery village in Kampong Chhnang. Upon arrival in Phnom Penh, enjoy a riverside walk before boarding a boat for a sunset cruise on the Mekong River.
Guided day tour, lunch and dinner at leisure.
Accommodation: Overnight at HM GRAND CENTRAL Hotel (Phnom Penh)
Day 11: Exploring Phnom Penh’s Landmarks
Stops: Phnom Penh
Spend the day visiting Phnom Penh’s must-see landmarks, including the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, whose floor is paved with 500 silver tiles. Then, explore the National Museum, an elegant Khmer-style building designed by a French architect in the early 20th century, housing a vast collection of Angkorian art.
Time permitting, visit the Russian Market for last-minute souvenirs before heading to Phnom Penh airport for departure.
Guided day tour, lunch and dinner at leisure.
| DAY | ITINERARY |
| Day 1 | SIEM REAP |
| Day 2 | ROLUOS – SIEM REAP |
| Day 3 | SIEM REAP |
| Day 4 | BENG MEALEA – SIEM REAP |
| Day 5 | SIEM REAP |
| Day 6 | SIEM REAP |
| Day 7 | SIEM REAP |
| Day 8 | TONLE SAP – SIEM REAP – BATTAMBANG |
| Day 9 | BATTAMBANG |
| Day 10 | BATTAMBANG – PHNOM PENH |
| Day 11 | PHNOM PENH |
Q&A
Official Language: Khmer
Capital: Phnom Penh
Surface: 181 035 Km2
Population: 16 204 486
Currency: Riel (KHR)
Telephone code: +855
The RIEL is the national currency. But the US Dollar is also accepted throughout the country and prices are generally displayed in Dollars. The exchange rate is relatively stable: 1USD=4000 Riels. Warning: banknotes printed before 1990 are not accepted in Cambodia and their value decreases if the banknote is torn or scratched or graffitied or folded. In the case of a payment in Dollar, the change will be returned to you in Riel. The Euro and other foreign currencies are easily exchangeable in airports and markets.
Credit cards are now widely used in tourist cities (Siem Reap, Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville) and you can withdraw Dollars. Cash withdrawals are possible in major cities in Laos, with a credit card (Visa or American Express). Payments are also possible in some hotels, luxury shops, or restaurants. But the cost of the levies (variables) remains quite high (3% commission). We recommend that you carry cash to cover your personal expenses throughout the trip.
No vaccination is required. However, it is recommended to protect yourself against hepatitis A and B (ask your doctor for advice). We advise you to bring your own:
of a broad-spectrum antibiotic;
of your usual medications if you are undergoing treatment;
an anti-diarrheal and an intestinal antiseptic (Intetrix, Immodium…);
a protective cream against mosquitoes;
moisturizing sunscreen, lip stick;
a healing ointment and a local antiseptic.
The Khmer kingdom of Cambodia reached its peak in the 12th century when great temples were erected, but the struggles between Hindus and Buddhists, Khmers, Mon and Cham tore the kingdom apart. The Siamese gradually established their political control over the Khmers while the Vietnamese also sought to dominate and colonize Cambodia. In 1863, France offered its protection to Cambodia, once again threatened by the Siamese (Thais). King Norodom I accepted the protectorate and Cambodia became a French colony. It was only after the Second World War that King Norodom Sihanouk negotiated with France the independence of Cambodia, which was granted on 9 November 1953.
After 15 years of reign, the king could not prevent the Khmer Communist Party from starting the armed struggle in 1968. In 1970, a military coup d’état precipitated Cambodia into a civil war that ended in April 1975 when the Khmer Rouge seized Phnom Penh. The brutality of Pol Pot’s troops served as a pretext for the Vietnamese to invade the country in December 1978.
They left the country following international pressure in September 1989. In May 1993, multi-party parliamentary elections were held. A new constitution was ratified and Norodom Sihanouk was once again proclaimed king. In 2004, he abdicated in favour of his younger son Norodom Sihamoni, currently in charge of the kingdom.
Khmer (sometimes called “Cambodian”) is the official language, with a clear majority; it is estimated to have 11.2 million speakers, or 83.6% of the population, according to 2012 figures, far ahead of Vietnamese (1 million speakers), Cham (475,000 speakers) and Chinese (438,000 speakers). It is mainly spoken in Cambodia and the neighbour regions of Thailand by the Surin Khmer (northern) and in Vietnam by the Khmer Krom.
MINI GLOSSARY
Hello : Sour Seday
Goodbye : Ly hai
Thank You : Orkoun
Can I have the bill? : Som kotleuy
How much does it cost ? : Klei ponman
I don’t understand : Ort yol
My name is : Kyom tchmo
Where are the toilets ? : Bantop teuk neuy na ?
I don’t understand khmer : Kyom atché pissa khmer
Do you speak english ? : Tah nyek neeyay preesah ahng-lay tay ?
Hotel : Santa Khear
On your way, you will often have the opportunity to meet local people. Wherever you are, be discreet and humble. The multiplicity of cultures and traditions means that certain attitudes are perceived differently in different countries. To avoid being disrespectful, take the time to understand the people you meet, take the time to make connections.
There too, listen to the advice of your guide! He knows better than anyone the behaviors to avoid or adopt. For example, if you want to take a picture of someone, always ask them for permission. The best way for acceptance is to have established a prior contact. Similarly, do not distribute gifts at all … This often encourages children to beg, to avoid this kind of drift, it is better to refer to the local structures competent (donate to school, hospital, village chief etc.). Finally, be careful not to wear too light clothing (short shorts, cleavage …) and avoid exuberant behavior.