Phnom Penh 4 Days – 3 Nights

Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Duration4 days
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 50 travelers
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Overview

This three-night itinerary in Phnom Penh offers a poignant blend of Cambodia’s royal elegance and its turbulent history. The journey begins with a relaxing sunset cruise along the Tonle Sap River, followed by a nostalgic cyclo tour through the city’s colonial architecture. Visitors experience deep reflection at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum before exploring the vibrant Russian Market. The final day highlights the nation’s spiritual and regal heritage with visits to Wat Phnom, the National Museum, and the opulent Royal Palace, featuring the famous Silver Pagoda. It is a comprehensive exploration of the "Pearl of Asia."

What's included

  • Transport by an Air-Conditioned vehicle with local English-speaking guide
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites
  • Breakfast
  • Meals as specified above
  • Accommodation in half twin/double sharing room with daily breakfast
  • Drinking water during transfers
  • Items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone and beverages
  • Lunch & Dinner
  • Cost of optional tours and excursions
  • Photo & video permits where required
  • Drink

What to expect

Day 1: Arrival transfer to the hotel – Phnom Penh
  1. Phnom Penh
    Pass by
    Upon arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport, you will be met by your local guide and transferred to
    your hotel (approximately 45 minutes’ drive). After check-in, the remainder of the day is at your leisure to
    rest and recover from your journey or begin exploring the city at your own pace. Phnom Penh, once known
    as the “Pearl of Asia,” is a bustling city blending French colonial charm with rich Cambodian history. In the
    evening, enjoy a scenic sunset cruise along the Tonle Sap River, where you can observe daily river life and
    see the cityscape light up as dusk settles in. (1700hrs sunset cruise take off timing from port – flight
    required to be in the morning)
    Overnight stay in Phnom Penh
Day 2: Phnom Penh
  1. Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
    2h
    After breakfast visit Phnom Penh city by cyclo to discover its beautiful colonial architecture.
    Get an idea of Phnom Penh’s architectural fusion from colonial to modern post -independence- by relaxing
    in a cyclo as you are transported through Phnom Penh’s central districts. A time travel through the
    architectural periods.
    Visit the notorious Tuol Sleng Museum (S 21 prison). This former school was used as a prison by Pol
    Pot’s security forces and became the largest center for detention and torture during the rule of the Khmer
    Rouge.
  2. Russian Market
    2h
    End your day with visit to the Russian Market (Psah Tuol Thom Pong), a lively outdoor market where
    you will find antiquities, silver and gold jewelry, gems, silk, kramas, stone and wood carvings, as well as
    T-Shirts, CDs and other souvenirs.
  3. Bassac Lane
    Pass by
    Evening optional visit to Bassac lane
    (Vehicle will not be available after drop off- additional chargers applied for late night transfer)
    Bassac Lane is a prominent street in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, popular for its excellent restaurants, bars,
    cafes, and pubs. The road is one of the most happening neighborhoods with a bustling nightlife
    Overnight stay in Phnom Penh
Day 3: Phnom Penh
  1. Phnom Penh
    Pass by
    Breakfast at hotel
    Phnom Penh city tour: start your city tour with visit to Wat Phnom temple, Phnom Penh’s namesake.
    Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river. Then continues
    to visit the National Museum, also called Musee des Beaux-Arts. A French archaeologist and painter,
    Georges Groslier, designed it in Khmer style in 1917. The museum contains a collection of Khmer art –
    notably sculptures – throughout the ages. Walk to visit the Royal Palace, built by King Norodom in 1866
    on the site of the old town, and the Silver Pagoda. Located within the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda is
    so named because of its floor, which is made up of 5,000 silver tiles. The treasures found inside include a
    solid gold Buddha encrusted and weighing 90 kilograms and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat
    crystal Buddha.
    Rest at leisure on own
    Overnight stay in Phnom Penh
Day 4: Phnom Penh - Departure
  1. Phnom Penh
    Pass by
    Breakfast at hotel
    Transfer to Phnom Penh International Airport for departure flight to the next destination.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

Our tour guide will wear T shirt with company logo pick up you at the airport

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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