Culture Discovery In Phnom Penh

What To Expect

Phnom Penh is the vibrant bustling capital of Cambodia. Here in this tour, are many interesting touristy sites. Beside National Museum, Wat Phnom, there are some several market places selling carvings, paintings, silk, silver gems and even antiques, which you will visit. Indeed, it’s an ideal destination for a leisure day tour.

Description

The tour will start from 8.00 in the morning or 2.00 in the afternoon. Then, it will take you to the destination as highlights above to discover and enjoy a comfortable moment. Tour ends at 11.00 am or 5.00 pm after drivers drop you off at your hotel.

Highlights

• Group tour (Min.2 pax)
• National Museum
• Wat Phnom
• Street 240
• Local market (Russian or Central market)

Schedule

• Duration: 3 hours (approx). From 8.00 am – 11.00 am or 2.00 pm – 5.00 pm
• Departure: Pick up at your hotel in Phnom Penh
• Returning point: The departure point

Include

• English speaking tour guide
• Entrance fees
• Transfer by A/C van

Exclude

• Tips
• Other personal expenses

Combination Of Culture And History - Full Day Tour

What To Expect

The capital city of Cambodia – Phnom Penh is the gateway to an exotic land – the world heritage site, you will visit Royal Palace and silver pagoda. Our tour not only takes you to discover the traditional beauty – CULTURE but also to see the sorrowful HISTORY of this country in 1900s when Pol pot murdered the poor people and makes darkness covering the life. Many innocent people were killed. Tuol Sleng museum has been founded to record those dark days and crime in Khmer Rouge regime.

Description

Our drivers will pick you up at 8.00 am at your hotel lobby and take you to National museum and discover Royal Palace where the King and his family residents. It takes you about 2 hours there. And then you will have lunch and continue the trip to street 240, local market for Phnompenh life experiences and next to Wat Phnom and Tuol Sleng museum.

When drop off at your hotel. Tour ends at 5.00 pm.

Highlights

• AT LEAST 2 PAX
• National Museum
• Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
• Street 240
• Local market
• Wat Phnom
• Tuol Sleng Museum

Schedule

• Duration: Fullday (8.00 am – 5.00 pm)
• Departure: Pick up at your hotel in Phnom Penh
• Returning point: Drop off at your hotel

Include

• English speaking tour guide
• Entrance fees
• Transfer by A/C van

Exclude

• Other personal expenses

Sunset Cruise On Mekong River - Phnom Penh

What To Expect

There is no better way to uncover the mysteries of Asia than a river cruise on its main artery the magnificent Mekong river. A Mekong river cruise is an invigorating, enlightening and unforgettable holiday experience affording a relaxing way to discover Cambodia.

Description

You will on board of a cruise, enjoy a lazy afternoon and the beauty of riverside. Mekong river with fertility is a proud river of 6 countries, which it flows over and brings in many abundant crops to agricultures of these countries, especially to Indochina.

Highlights

• Group tour (Min.2 pax)
• Sunset cruise
• Mekong river along
• Amazing atmosphere of river area

Schedule

• Duration: 1.5 hours (approx.) 4.30 pm – 6.00 pm
• Departure: Pick up at your hotel in Phnom Penh
• Returning point: Your hotel in Phnom Penh

Include

• Boat fee
• Transfer by A/C van or Tuk Tuk

Exclude

• Tips
• Other personal expenses

Bike To Explore The Real Life In Kampot

What To Expect

This tour is designed to interact tourists with the local people in Kampot to learn about their lifestyle and the area. It is geared towards exploring the outdoors whilst taking in the fresh air to see lush, green rice paddies, to understand the lifecycle and importance of rice, to try local specialities and so on. You will be guided by lovely and friendly local student tour guides who are very knowledgeable and excited to share their experiences.

Description

STOP 1: LOTUS FARM

Lotus is a beautiful flower and very significant to the Cambodian people. It has many religious uses such as using them for praying to the Buddha, especially on the Buddhist holidays. Besides it's religious symbolism, the lotus also contains a small fruit. You might get the opportunity, if the framers are picking the fruit, to try it with your local guide.

STOP 2: SPECTACULAR RICE PADDIES 

You might be aware that the main land use in Cambodia is full of green areas or rice paddy fields. Here you can be amazed by the beautiful scenery of Kampot and witness farmers in operation. The farmers in Kampot are mostly still using the traditional farming ways; therefore, you will see how they do it differently compared to other developed countries. 

STOP 3: TRADITIONAL KHMER NOODLE

Most of you may miss the chance to taste Khmer noodle which are made by local people. At this stop you will see how locals make rice noodles and even try it if you wish. The process of producing Khmer noodle is complicated, but very interesting to see how they use smart techniques with what they have. Your guide will tell you and answer any questions and if they don't know they will ask the locals for help. Here you can take the opportunity to interact with the locals as they are very friendly. The kids in the countryside are also very energetic and friendly, you will always hear their beautiful voice along the way. 

STOP 4: CAMBODIAN ROLL CAKE

Roll Cake is one of Cambodian cake, which is many people called in different names. This small job can support the family for living. Also it has been transporting to other provinces in Cambodia. Your local guide will bring you to see how is the process of making Roll cake and enjoying testing the tasteful with the local people. If you wish to try to make one of yours, you will be allowed.

Highlights

• Lotus farm
• Spectacular rice paddies
• Traditional Khmer noodle
• Cambodian roll cake
• Rice mill
• Coconut juice, seasonal fruits and local foods will be available along the way to try.

Schedule

• Duration: 3-4 hours (approx.)

         + Morning tour: from 7.20 am – 1.00 pm

         + Afternoon tour: From 1.40 pm – 5.00 pm

• Departure: Pick up at your hotel at 7.20 am (morning tour) and 1.40 pm (afternoon tour)
• Returning point: The departure point

Include

• Bicycle, hats
• Tuk Tuk pick up
• Cold water
• Cold towels
• Tour Guide
• First Aid
• Snacks

Exclude

• Tips
• Personal expenses

Please Note

• Your ride: Top quality bikes, we use normal and local bikes for the tours. Orur road is easy to bike with normal gears. We do have some mountain bikes however they will be charged an additional 5USD per bike
• In order to ensure our bike tour quality, we have decided to take from one to six people in our group. This allows us to easily catch your attention, share stories and answer questions, allowing you to learn the most from your tour guide.
• Tour guides: Enjoy your splendid day out with friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful, bi-ingual local tour guide

Kampot Insight By Motor

What To Expect

Enjoy motorbiking to explore the fascinating highlights of Kampot with a local tour guide. We take you to see the stunning view of rice fields, salt farm, natural caves, paper farms, secret lake, and historical mountain. Taking a Moto Adventures with us is the perfect way to get up-close and personal with your local guides in a way you’d never manage your own.

Description

Stop 1: Salt Farming

Cambodia’s weather can be fairly extreme, and during the rainy season the rice paddies which make up Cambodia’s rural areas become almost completely submerged in water. As you take in this vast, beautiful scene, your tour guide (who may have had experience working in this sector themselves) will talk you through all the processes involved in Battambang’s agriculture, and its significance to the locals’ way of life. 

Stop 2: Rice farming ​  

You might be aware that the main land use in Cambodia is rice paddy fields. Here you can be amazed by the beautiful scenery of Kampot and witness farmers in operation. The farmers in Kampot are mostly still using traditional farming techniques; therefore, you will see how they do it differently compared to other developed countries. ​

Stop 3: Pepper Farm

Pepper of Kampot province is famous all over Cambodia. At this stop you will learn about pepper plantations and to know more different pepper varieties. You will also be able to take photos and walk around the pepper farm as it is a very beautiful landscape.

Stop 4: Secret Lake

After learning about paper farming we will turn around to the next stop, which is called Secret Lake. The lake is actually an irrigation-dam built by forced labor under the Khmer Rouge regime. You may swim in the lake if you wish. ​

Stop 5: Historical Temple Caves

After cycling along the main road out of Siem Reap, your tour guide will take you to a rice wine distillery. The drink has a long history in this particular region, and is popular all over the Cambodian countryside.  The locals use rice wine not only for recreation, but also as a natural, holistic medicine for various illnesses.

Highlights

• Salt farming
• Rice farming
• Pepper farm
• Secret lake
• Historical Temple Caves

Schedule

• Duration: Half-day (morning or afternoon) (approx)

       + Morning tour: 7.20 am – 1.00 pm

       + Afternoon tour: 1.40 pm – 5.00 pm

• Departure: Pick up at your hotel
• Returning point: The departure point

Include

• Motor
• Helmet
• Cold water
• Cold towels
• Tour guides
• First aid
• Snacks

Exclude

• Tips
• Other personal expenses

Please Note

• Your Rides
  Top quality motorbikes, we use normal gear and auto auto-motorbike for the tours. The road is a bit challenging to drive on with gears or auto. Note: If you request Auto motorbike we will do for you. 
• Group
  In order to ensure our Motorbike tour quality, we have decided to take from one to six people in our group. Because we can catch your attention and easily to be in group with everyone. You will learn a lots from your tour guide. 
• Tour Guides
  Enjoy your splendid day out with friendly, helpful, informative, knowledgeable, and experience bi-lingual local tour guide.

Free Soul With Bike On Trails - Half-Day Tour

What To Expect

This tour is made for those who look for natural aspects to a holiday, letting you explore the peaceful forests around Battambang by bicycle. Here, you’ll get a close up view of how nature and agricultural communities co-exist in rural Cambodia. The route itself is best suited for experienced cyclists, as there are a few challenging climbs, but these are broken up by patches of shade and interesting stops where you can relax and take in the spectacular views.

Description

STOP 1: RICE PADDIES 

No trip to the Cambodian countryside would be complete without seeing the rice paddies which stretch for miles around the villages and forest. As we travel, you’ll be able to see the local farmers tending to their crops, and your tour guide will deliver a short, informative talk about the history and significance of this sector in the local area. 

STOP 2: FAMILY BUSINESS

At our next stop, you’ll meet a few of the locals and learn something of their day to day life in Battambang. In this small, rural community, dozens of families have come to depend on traditional skills and crafts, some of which have been handed down from generation to generation for centuries. You’ll find yourself surprised at the high quality of produce which comes out of this dated infrastructure.

STOP 3: PAGODA VISIT

Next, we’ll take a break from cycling to learn more about Khmer culture and customs. Pagodas of all sizes and designs are found all over East Asia, and hold special religious significance to millions. Here at Battambang’s local Pagoda, we’ll have the opportunity to talk to a few monks, and find out how and why they have dedicated their lives to a spiritual pursuit.

STOP 4: RICE STRAW MUSHROOM MAKING

Mushrooms, although not usually associated with Asian cuisine, are a central part to dozens of rural Cambodian dishes. After chaining up our bikes and walking among a few quaint cottages, we’ll meet one of the local rice straw mushroom makers. He’ll be happy to inform us on all the stages of his particular trade, and how many Cambodian families rely on the vegetable for a living.

STOP 5: RICE WINE

Towards the end of our tour, we’ll stop to learn about rice wine, a beverage made from local ingredients and to a traditional recipe. This drink is a big part of rural Cambodian culture, and is always present at special occasions such as weddings, birthdays and the Khmer New Year. Your guide will teach you about every stage of the distilling process, and if you’d like you’ll be able to try some of the wine fresh from the brewers!

Highlights

• Rice paddies watching
• Family business thanks to skills and crafts
• Pagoda visit
• Rice wine production

Schedule

• Duration: Half-day

         + Morning tour: 7.20 am – 1.00 pm

         + Afternoon tour: 1.40 – 5.00 pm

• Departure: Pick up at your hotel
• Returning point: The departure point

Include

• Tuk Tuk pick up and drop off
• Snacks, Water
• Bicycle, helmet
• Tour guide
• Cold towels

Exclude

• Tips
• Personal expenses

Please Note

• We drink coconut juice, seasonal fruits and local foods if you want to try.
• Your rides: The ride is pretty safe, we use local expert oxcart ride for the tours. 
• Your group: In order to ensure our oxcart ride tour quality, we have decided to take from one to six people in our group. Because we can catch your attention and easily to be in group with everyone. You will learn a lots from your tour guide. 
• Your tour guide: Enjoy your splendid day out with friendly, helpful, informative, knowledgeable, and experience bi-lingual local tour guide.

French Architectures In Battambang - 3D2N

What To Expect

This tour will allow you to explore Battambang’s beautiful hinterland and the local way of life. French architectural styles were introduced to Cambodia during the period of colonial rule, and certain buildings have since become a symbol of colonialism throughout Indochina. Battambang is a unique in the way that different cultural influences have fused and bounced off one another to create rare pieces of art and architecture.

Description

Day 1

Battambang 
Once you arrive in Battambang, your guide will pick you up from the bus station, and take you to the hotel to check in and give a small introductory talk. After this you’ll have some free time to explore the city or just relax until your departure the next morning.

Day  2

Early in the morning, our tuk-tuk driver will pick you up from the hotel and take you to the office where we can hop on the bikes.

Morning countryside bicycle tour: Take a bike ride through the villages in the countryside surrounding Battambang and see a traditional, agricultural lifestyle in motion. There will be a few stops where you can chat to the friendly locals, and buy their produce if you wish to help the rural economy. 

Sunset and Bat Caves: Here we’ll split the group into one of two options: those with better stamina can continue on bicycle, while the rest can relax and be taken by tuk-tuk up to the nearby bat caves. Your tour guide will show you around various points of interest as you ascend the mountain, including the killing caves, preserved as a memorial to those who died under the Khmer Rouge regime. When you reach the peak, your guide will share legends about the local area, and you’re likely to see some of the local wildlife up close.

Day 3

After taking breakfast, you’ll be picked up by tuk-tuk and taken to the first stop.

Bamboo Train: Before climbing aboard the train, your guide will take you to see a nearby 100-year-old house. After this brief stop, you’ll have a truly unique experience on the bamboo train, which isn’t used in any country other than Cambodia. This improvised transport featured heavily in the period of reconstruction after the fall of the Khmer Rouge regime in transporting supplies and livestock between villages. 

Experience the city, circus and farewell dinner: When we arrive back in the city, you can s
pend some time to visit Battambang’s central market, where you can browse some unique and interesting souvenirs. After this, you’ll be taken to see the various French colonial buildings and listen to your tour guide run through a few significant points in the city’s history, and interesting details about the buildings’ designs. After this phase of the tour you’ll have some time to rest at your hotel before a tuk-tuk picks you up to take you to a dazzling circus performance later in the evening. Afterwards, we’ll have a final dinner together, and your guide will be more than happy to recommend some local bars in the area. 

Highlights

• Group tour
• Battambang
• Countryside
• Sunset and Bat Caves
• Bamboo Train

Schedule

• Duration: 3 days 2 nights.
• Departure: Pick up at your hotels/bus station
• Returning point: The same as departure

Include

• Pick-up and drop-off fees
• Bicycle tour/Half-day in the morning
• Tuk Tuk Tour/ Sunset and Bat Caves afternoon
• Bamboo Train Ticket
• Walking tour/ Cultural Heritage
• Circus Ticket
• Food: Dinner -1, Local lunch – 1, Hotel – 3 nights
• Tour guides: local guide, tour leader

Exclude

• Tips
• Other personal expenses

Please Note

• Your group: FROM 2-8 PEOPLE: In order to ensure the tour quality, we have decided to take from 1 to 4 people in a group. Because we can catch your attention and easily to be in group with everyone. You will learn a lots from your tour guide
• Your tour guides: All the tour guides working are young Cambodian university students, many of whom have lived and worked in the agricultural sectors you’ll be learning about. They are professional, friendly, fully bi-lingual and always happy to help with any problems you have.
• Cuisine: Throughout your tour, you’ll have a chance to try Khmer food. This is likely to be a completely different experience to any meals you have had previously, but your tour guide will be happy to explain the customs around each food. If you are vegetarian, please let us know during your booking or at least two days before the start of your tour
• Hotel: On the day of your arrival, your guide will greet you at the bus station and help you with checking in. We make sure the hotels we work with have clean, air-conditioned rooms and a good reputation for customer service. We also make sure that all couples who book get a double room.