Phnom Penh Full-Day Private City & History Tour

5.0 (1 reviews) Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Discover the captivating transformation of Cambodia’s capital on a private full-day journey through Phnom Penh. Blending rich imperial heritage, modern resilience, and poignant modern history, this immersive tour reveals the stories that shaped the nation from an authentic local perspective.
Guided by an expert local host, you’ll explore the majestic Royal Palace and its famous Silver Pagoda, visit the historic hilltop shrine of Wat Phnom, and pause at the iconic Independence Monument. Gain deep historical insight into Cambodia’s turbulent past with reflective visits to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and the Choeung Ek Genocidal Center (Killing Fields).
Along the way, experience Phnom Penh’s modern renaissance as you take in the bustling Mekong riverfront and lively local atmosphere. Enjoy full flexibility, private air-conditioned transport, and personalized storytelling tailored to your pace.

What's included

  • Private Transportation with A/C
  • hotel pick up & drop off
  • Private English Speaking Tour Guide
  • Pure Drinking Water
  • Travel Insurance
  • Food & Drink during tour
  • Royal Palace Pay onsite
  • Choeung Ek ticket pay onsite
  • Wat Phnom Daun Penh Ticket pay onsite
  • Tuol Sleng Pay onsite

What to expect

  1. Royal Palace
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Following hotel pickup, begin your tour at the majestic Royal Palace complex, the official residence of the Cambodian monarch. Walk through landscaped tropical gardens to admire the grand Throne Hall, used for royal receptions and coronations. Next, enter the celebrated Silver Pagoda, paved with over 5,000 hand-crafted silver floor tiles and housing precious national treasures, including a life-size golden Buddha encrusted with nearly 10,000 diamonds.
  2. Wat Phnom Daun Penh
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Visit Wat Phnom, the sacred hilltop sanctuary that gave Phnom Penh its name. Founded in 1372 by Grandma Penh (Daun Penh) to house sacred Buddha statues recovered from the river, this historic pagoda sits atop a leafy 27-meter mound. Explore the central shrine hall and eastern shrine where locals gather daily to pray, make offerings, and seek blessings.
  3. Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    Gain deep historical insight into Cambodia's recent past at Tuol Sleng (S-21). Once a secondary school, this site was converted by the Khmer Rouge regime into a high-security interrogation and detention center. Today, the preserved buildings and photography exhibits serve as a poignant memorial honoring the victims and shedding light on the country's journey toward healing.
  4. Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to Choeung Ek, located just outside the city center. Once a quiet orchard and cemetery, it served as the final execution ground for prisoners transported from S-21. Pay respect at the central Memorial Stupa housing preserved relics, offering a quiet, reflective space to understand the resilience of the Cambodian spirit.
  5. Independence Monument
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Conclude your tour with a stop at Phnom Penh's iconic Independence Monument. Built in 1958 to celebrate Cambodia’s independence from French rule, this striking Angkorian-style lotus tower stands as a proud tribute to national heroes. Enjoy the surrounding parkland ambiance before a comfortable drop-off back at your hotel.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

We are going to pick up you at the lobby of hotel. Please let me know the name of hotel where you are staying

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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