Arrive in Phnom Penh in the early morning and transfer to the Hotel. Explore PHNOM PENH by Cyclo, a chaotic energetic and always fascinating city. Graceful tree-lined boulevards and riverfront promenades are reminders of bygone eras. Start the tour at WAT PHNOM, the birthplace of the capital. Continue the tour with an insight into Cambodia’s cultural heritage with a visit to the ROYAL PALACE and the adjacent SILVER PAGODA also known as the Pagoda of the Emerald Buddha. Continue to the elegant NATIONAL MUSEUM, which contains a comprehensive collection of Khmer Art. Finally, explore the modern-day city, visit one of Phnom Penh’s two great markets. The CENTRAL MARKET, located in a distinctive domed Art Deco building or the sprawling RUSSIAN MARKET, a labyrinth of stalls selling everything from CDs and DVDs to silks, crafts, jewelry and more. In the evening, sit back and relax on a sunset cruise on the Mekong passing tropical scenery.

Overnight in Phnom Penh

Journey southwest to the province of Kampot with a stop at the TONLE BATI. The lake lies south of Phnom Penh with a beach and the impressive laterite temple of Ta Prohm. After that visit ANGKOR BOREI, a 6th century monument, built in laterite by King Rudravarman of Funan. It is one of the few remaining sites with traces of the Kingdom of Funan (a kingdom influenced by India and thought to have spread as far as southern Burma and Indonesia).

Overnight in Kep

In the morning, begin cycling to the former colonial seaside resort at Kep, stopping for a visit at the SOR SOEA CAVES and PHNOM CHHNORK. The Limestone Mountains in this area are riddled with cave formations, many of which are revered as sacred shrines. Explore the various chimneys, passageways and rock formations, and visit the small pagodas and shrines erected over the years. After exploring the caves and the town of Kep, enjoy lunch and spent the afternoon at leisure on the beach or discovering more of the area. Total distance cycled is approximately 35-40 km. Enjoy sunset boat trip in Kampot.

Overnight in Kampot

Enjoy an excursion by boat to Rabbit Island also called KOH TONSAY. It is commonly known as lovely and truly idyllic little island that sits offshore. It is located about half an hour by boat from Kep, with several pleasant beaches and a small community of fishermen families. The sea here is shallow and has a long slope, making Koh Tonsay excellent for walking and swimming. After that journey one of the most scenic roads in Cambodia, crossing two rivers and travelling between the Dombrey Mountains on the right side and the Gulf of Thailand on the left to Kampong Som.

Overnight in Kampong Som

The morning is reserved for a Cooking Class at Khmer cookery located just outside downtown. Enjoy a fruit tasting, before starting to cook the 4 dishes on the menu which are traditional Khmer recipes. The afternoon is free at leisure.

Overnight in Kampong Som

Drive back to Phnom Penh by vehicle and transfer to the airport for onward destination. End of the tour.