Ultimate Cambodian Adventure
14 days
Duration14 days
No matter where you travel in Cambodia, the past is always present. History, both ancient and modern, is everywhere here; whether you’re cycling in the shadows of the mighty Angkor Wat, wandering the streets of cosmopolitan Phnom Penh, or exploring the Irrawaddy in search of river dolphins, you can’t escape the pull of time that shaped – and continues to shape – this arresting land.
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Duration: 14 daysService level: Standard
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Physical Grading: Light
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Ages: 12+
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Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok
There are no planned activities until the evening welcome meeting.
Arrive at any time.
Day 2: Bangkok/Battambang
Head to the Cambodian through the heart of Thailand. Once in Cambodia, change vans and continue to Battambang.
Upon arrival, explore the riverside city for a few hours before dinner.
Upon arrival, explore the riverside city for a few hours before dinner.
Journey from Thailand to colonial Battambang. Opt to explore the countryside or learn some Cambodian cooking.
Meals: B
Day 3: Battambang/Siem Reap
Spend the morning on an optional motorcycle tour of the countryside, visiting temples, local cottage industries, and the unique Bamboo Train. If cooking is more your speed try your hand at Khmer cuisine with a cooking class, enjoying the results with a leisurely lunch. In the afternoon, head off to Siem Reap.
Journey to the seat of the Khmer Empire and prepare to explore the fantastic Angkor Wat complex.
Day 4: Siem Reap
Spend the whole day exploring with a local guide. The best way to experience the site is to arrive for sunrise, explore in the cooler morning hours and head back into town to relax during the hottest time of the day. Then, head back into the site for sunset and a little more exploring.
Enjoy a guided tour of the massive Angkor temple complex.
Meals: B
Day 5: Siem Reap
Today, opt to hop on a quad bike or see a Cambodian circus. Opt to pre-book the "Siem Reap Quad Biking" or "Phare Circus" activities on the checkout page ahead of time, to include one of these optionals on your tour.
Spend a free day exploring more of Angkor Wat or further afield around Siem Reap. Enjoy a traditional meal of Khmer food at the G Adventures-supported New Hope project.
Enjoy a local Khmer meal.
Meals: B, D
Day 6: Siem Reap/Kampong Cham
Travel to the third largest city in Cambodia, Kampong Cham. Opt to rent a bike and cruise along the river to explore the countryside and meet friendly locals or visit the 11th century Vat Nokor temple. Enjoy an included local dinner to sample more of this delicious cuisine.
Travel to Kampong Cham and visit the Bridge of Jayavarman VII, a silk farm, and rubber tree plantations before an included local dinner experience. Opt to bike through villages along the Mekong or visit some rustic temples.
Enjoy a local meal.
Meals: B, D
Day 7: Kampong Cham/Kratié
In the morning travel to Kratie, located on the banks of the mighty Mekong River.
In the afternoon, head out on the massive Mekong with local boatmen to try and spot the endangered Irrawaddy freshwater dolphin.
In the afternoon, head out on the massive Mekong with local boatmen to try and spot the endangered Irrawaddy freshwater dolphin.
Travel to the home of the rare Irrawaddy dolphins. View the endangered dolphins on an included boat trip on the Mekong.
Day 8: Kratié/Phnom Penh
Opt for a drink in one of the many riverside cafés.
Travel to Phnom Penh and hop on a city cyclo tour. Use some free time to explore.
Meals: B
Day 9: Phnom Penh
Follow a local guide and witness the dark side of Cambodian history with visits to Choeung Ek, the site of the infamous Killing Fields, and Tuol Sleng, the notorious Khmer Rouge prison where thousands of Cambodians perished.
In the afternoon enjoy free time to explore the city's many sights: the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Russian market or Wat Phnom.
In the afternoon enjoy free time to explore the city's many sights: the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, National Museum, Russian market or Wat Phnom.
Guided tour of Tuol Sleng Prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields). Opt to visit the Royal Palace, National Museum, and Central Market.
Meals: B
Day 10: Phnom Penh/Koh Rong
Travel to Koh Rong and feast on fantastic local seafood, opt to take a day trip to snorkel the coral reefs and explore the islands, or just sit back in a deck chair and let the warm breeze caress you as the waves splash gently at your feet. It doesn't get much better than this.
Transfer to Sihanoukville then take a boat ride to your own private beach on Koh Rong. Check in and go for a swim in the warm waves before relaxing with a drink on the beach.
Day 11: Koh Rong
Swim, relax by the beach or opt to go snorkelling, fishing, hiking or kayaking. On nights without a large moon opt to swim in a sea of blue sparkles caused by phosphorescent plankton.
Meals: B
Day 12: Koh Rong/Kampot
Drive eastward along the coast to reach Kampot, world-famous for the Kampot pepper and home of Bokor National Park.
Visit Rabbit Island or spend some time at the beachside town of Kep, known for its fresh crabs. Opt for activities like visiting a cave, a pepper plantation or a fish farm. Take a cycle tour to a waterfall or enjoy a sunset cruise.
Visit Rabbit Island or spend some time at the beachside town of Kep, known for its fresh crabs. Opt for activities like visiting a cave, a pepper plantation or a fish farm. Take a cycle tour to a waterfall or enjoy a sunset cruise.
Travel to Kampot, home of Bokor National Park. Visit Rabbit Island, sample the famous Kampot peppers or enjoy a seafood feast in Kep.
Meals: B
Day 13: Kampot/Bangkok
Drive to Phnom Penh airport to return to Bangkok. There will be time to catch up on last minute shopping or visit more sights before one last evening on the town.
Return to Phnom Penh then fly back to bustling Bangkok.
Meals: B
Day 14: Bangkok
Depart at any time.
Meals: B
Inclusions
Included
- Your G for Good Moment: New Hope Vocational Training Restaurant, Siem Reap Your Welcome Moment: Meet Your CEO and Group
- Angkor Wat complex entrance and guide (Siem Reap)
- Mekong boat trip to spot Irrawaddy dolphins
- Tuol Sleng prison and Choeung Ek (Killing Fields) entrance and guide
- Phnom Penh cyclo tour
- Internal flight
- Border crossing support
- All transport between destinations and to/from included activities
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Transport
Private van, Local bus, Cyclo, Boat, Tuk tuk, Plane -
Accommodation
Hotels (13 nts) -
Meals
10 breakfasts,
2 dinners