- Royal Palace - Depending on the location of your hotel, we commonly start with the visit the Royal Palace, which was built in 1866 by King Norodom. The Palace is actually a number of structures within a pagoda-style compound. The Silver Pagoda, located within the Royal Palace compound, is so names because of its floor, which is made up of 5,000 silver tiles. The treasures are a solid gold Buddha encrusted with 9, 584 diamonds and weighing 90 kilos and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha.
- National Museum - Next visit the National Museum, which houses Khmer art especially sculptures, from different periods of Cambodian history, 19th century dance costumes, royal barges and palanquins.
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum - Lunch at local restaurant and then this afternoon visit Tuol Sleng is now known as the Genocide Museum, although formerly used by the Pol Pot Regime as the detention and torture centre for “cadres” of that regime, it is a moving example of the difficulties faced by all in Cambodia between 1975 & 1979.
- Russian Market - Continue for a drive through Phnom Penh to the stalls of Psar Tuol Tom Puong ‘The Russian Market”, a centre for all manner of recently created “antiquities” and goods from silk scarves “Kramas” to wood artefacts.
While the sun slowly sets over Phnom Penh, we regretfully have to end this amazing day through the Cambodian capital. We will return back to your hotel at around 18:00 hrs.
- All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description
- Tours and transfer from and to your Phnom Penh Hotel with driver and English speaking guide
- Lunch at a local restaurant is included (food only)
- Other entrance fees and expenses, such as meals (breakfast, and / or dinner) drinks, tips and shopping, unless otherwise stated
- Drinks (during lunch)
- Tips and gratuities
Phnom Penh is a veritable oasis compared to the modernity of other Asian capitals. This former French playground has over the years created its own atmosphere, where French influences are intertwined with its importance as a Buddhist nation.
Nestled along the junction of the Mekong, the Bassac and the Tonle Sap rivers, the influence of the French colonial era still flows charmingly like the waters of these two main transportation arteries. Phnom Penh’s characteristics take visitors through a journey of royal landmarks, historical buildings and sites, and a maze of streets and alleys where the local allure still reigns supreme. The Cambodian capital possesses charm that only can be felt when being properly guided. From the majestic Royal Palace to the genocide period during the Khmer Rouge era, time for a full day into the heart and soul of Phnom Penh has never been better packaged than with this excursion.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- A minimum of two people per booking is required
- Visit of Royal Palace, visitor should wear blouse covering arms, shoulders and long skirts covering legs (no short miniskirt or short trousers)
- The Royal Palace subject to close without prior notice if King in residence or in occasion of traditional event
- Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
