Cambodia in Depth
A 2-week itinerary including the well-known and lesser known sights of Cambodia with luxurious accommodation throughout
This trip begins in the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh. Here you’ll spend 2 nights. You’ll visit the infamous Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum with your private guide and learn about the legacy of Pol Pot. This history will be juxtaposed by the French colonial buildings and new Khmer architecture which adorn Phnom Penh and visit the markets of the city in the early morning when the city comes to life. You’ll fly up to Siem Reap where you will spend 4 nights in style. You’ll explore the incredible temples of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, the Bayon and the archaeological delights around Siem Reap. You’ll head to the Tonle Sap Lake to visit a floating village and spend an afternoon exploring the rural landscapes around Siem Reap. Travel to Battambang for two nights, stopping en-route at Phnom Banan and Phnom Sampeau, as well as Cambodia’s first winery. In Battambang you’ll visit Psa Nath market and the famous bamboo train before heading to the beach at Kep to kick back and relax for three nights. You’ll finish with a boat ride to enjoy ultimate relaxation on the exclusive Six Senses Krabey Island before flying home.
Trip highlights
2 nights in Phnom Penh at the Rosewood Phnom Penh in an executive room with breakfast
Private tour of Phnom Penh including a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Private morning markets tour of Phnom Penh
4 nights in Siem Reap at the Hotel Shinta Mani Angkor in an Angkor Superior room with breakfast
Two full days exploring the archaeological park around Siem Reap, including Angkor Way, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom and the Bayon with a private guide
Tour to Lake Tonle Sap
Visit Phnom Banan and Phnom Sampeau, as well as Cambodia’s first winery
2 nights in Battambang at Hotel La Villa in a standard room with breakfast
Guided tour of Psa Nath market in Battambang and ride the famous bamboo train
3 nights in Kep at Knai Bang Chatt in a Garden View room with breakfast
3 nights at Six Senses Krabey Island in a Hideaway Pool Villa Suite with breakfast
Map of your holiday
The price for this itinerary is GBP £4,910 (pricing also available in US Dollars)
This is a per person price, based on 2 people travelling and sharing a room.
What’s included
14 nights in luxury accommodation as listed above
Private transfers and tours with an English speaking guide and driver
All internal flights in economy class seating
What’s not included
International flights (discuss your specific requirements with us)
Travel insurance
Any visas you may require
This is a guide price. Please enquire and we will provide a full personalised quote for you. All our itineraries are tailor-made to your own requirements so can be modified however you wish.
WHERE TO STAY
Our suggested luxury hotels for this trip
Rosewood Phonm Penh
Situated at the top of the Vattanac Capital Tower, this is a luxury hotel in an iconic building. Occupying the top 14 floors of the tower, guests can enjoy stunning views of the city. The 174 rooms and suites combine traditional style with modern technology to create a sophisticated offering. Facilities include a beautiful spa, gym and indoor swimming pool. Choose from five fabulous dining options including French, Cambodian and Japanese cuisines and covering fine dining to a more casual restaurant. The sky bar is famous as the finest spot in this hotel, if not the whole of Phnom Penh.
Shinta Mani Angkor and Bensley Pool Villas
An elegant hotel located in Siem Reap’s charming French Quarter. This delightful property has a strong focus on responsible tourism through several initiatives. Guests can contribute to the local community through the Shinta Mani Foundation as a percentage of the room rate funds different projects. The 39 rooms are designed by Bill Bensley and take inspiration from traditional Khmer culture. The outdoor pool set within tropical gardens is an oasis from the heat and the perfect place to relax after a day exploring the temples of Angkor Wat.
Hotel La Villa – Battambang
Set within a 1930s villa overlooking the Sangker River looking across to Battambang’s colonial downtown, the boutique hotel provides a haven of tranquility with just seven rooms, all with beautiful décor, art deco furniture, antique four-poster beds and original tiled floors. The property includes a lovely saltwater pool with loungers in the gardens, an area for massage, and laundry facilities. A glass-roofed restaurant serves both Asian and European cuisine, while the bar serves a good selection of wines, spirits and cocktails.
Knai Bang Chatt Hotel – Kep
Kep-sur-Mer was the beach destination for French colonials and Cambodian high society to hang out back in the day and the spirit of a bygone era is elegantly recaptured at Knai Bang Chatt. With bold modernist architecture set on the simple but stylish seafront, this design-savvy retreat puts Kep right back on the map. Knai Bang Chatt comprises of five villas built in the 1960s and there are 18 spacious en-suite rooms with either ocean or garden view, scattered amongst lush and private grounds of the hotel which are tastefully furnished.
Six Senses Krabey Island
Krabey Island is nestled on a 30-acre tropical island off the coast of Cambodia, an idyllic retreat surrounded by the glittering waters of the Gulf of Thailand. This resort takes great pride in ensuring its sustainability practices, making use of organic produce grown on the grounds. There are 40 private pool villas, which blend seamlessly into the surroundings without compromising on luxury. Each villa opens out onto a decking area with a private plunge pool. The food at Krabey Island is a real highlight and when you want to simply unwind, indulge in a treatment at the spa.