A culinary journey through Cambodia, from Phnom Penh and Angkor to the Cardamom jungle.
This 11-day journey through Cambodia combines the country’s most significant temples and cultural experiences with an immersive introduction to its food and countryside. Begin in Phnom Penh, exploring its history and heritage before meeting local chefs and discovering the stories behind traditional Khmer cuisine. Continue to Siem Reap for early morning visits to Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and Angkor Thom, alongside quieter temples and experiences beyond the main tourist sites. Explore rural Cambodia by boat, bicycle and ox-cart, meet local families and food producers, and enjoy traditional music and home-cooked dishes. The journey ends at Shinta Mani Wild, a secluded jungle retreat where you can explore the surrounding wilderness with naturalists and Wildlife Alliance Rangers, kayak through jungle waterways or simply relax among the rainforest.
Trip Highlights
Explore Angkor Wat at sunrise, followed by Ta Prohm, Ta Nei, Ta Keo and the atmospheric temples of Angkor Thom.
Discover Cambodian cuisine through intimate cooking experiences with local chefs, families and food artisans.
Cycle across Koh Oknha Tei, exploring traditional villages, orchards, pagodas and the island's silk-weaving heritage.
Experience rural Cambodia, travelling by boat and ox-cart through rice paddies, meeting local families and enjoying traditional Khmer music.
Stay at Shinta Mani Wild, exploring the surrounding jungle with Wildlife Alliance Rangers, naturalists, kayaks and expedition boats.
When to go
Cambodia is a year-round destination split into a dry season (November to April) offering clear skies and ideal sightseeing weather, and a wet season (May to October) featuring lush green landscapes, fewer crowds, and lower prices.
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Day by Day Itinerary
On arrival into Cambodia, you will be collected from the airport and taken to your hotel for the next two nights.
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Start the morning at a local market, sampling Cambodian snacks and learning about the country's food culture before exploring Phnom Penh's vibrant street art scene. In the afternoon, cross the Mekong to Koh Oknha Tei, cycling through orchards, pagodas and market gardens before dinner at Chef Nak's traditional wooden villa.
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Transfer to Phnom Penh airport for your flight to Siem Reap. On arrival, transfer to your hotel and settle in before an evening dinner at Embassy restaurant, enjoying refined Cambodian cuisine.
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Get up early to explore Ta Prohm in the morning light, followed by a chef-prepared breakfast and a visit to the quieter temples of Ta Nei and Ta Keo. In the afternoon, explore Angkor Thom and the remarkable Bayon temple before ending the day with sunset drinks aboard a traditional wooden boat.
Begin before dawn with a sunrise visit to Angkor Wat, exploring its galleries, bas-reliefs and central complex. In the afternoon, leave the temples behind to discover rural Cambodia, visiting a local pagoda, meeting local families and seeing traditional crafts before travelling by boat and ox-cart through the countryside. End with sunset drinks, traditional Khmer music and dinner surrounded by rice paddies.
Discover Cambodian cuisine with chef Mengly and his family, beginning at a local market before preparing traditional Khmer dishes at their restaurant. In the afternoon, travel to Banteay Srei, known for its intricate pink sandstone carvings, before continuing to Preah Dak village to meet local noodle makers and taste freshly prepared rice noodles.
Transfer to Siem Reap airport for your flight to Sihanoukville, followed by a private transfer to Shinta Mani Wild. Set within 400 acres of jungle between the Cardamom, Kirirom and Bokor National Parks, the camp offers a secluded base for exploring the surrounding wilderness.
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Enjoy two full days at Shinta Mani Wild with all activities and meals included. Join the Wildlife Alliance Rangers on patrol, explore the jungle by expedition boat and kayak, hike through the surrounding rainforest with naturalists or simply relax in the peaceful jungle surroundings.
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