Home Multi-Day Tours Family Tours Family Tour: Angkor Temples to the Beaches
During the next 11 days, you will experience the main attractions of the family tour in Cambodia! Your privately guided tour through Cambodia begins with the spectacular temples of antiquity, most notably Angkor Wat. Battambang is going to be rural, and you will discover the region, also known as the “rice chamber of the country”, by bike. Accompanied by your private tour guide, you will come into contact with the locals and enjoy a magnificent view of the beautiful landscape from Battambang’s livelihoods.
As you arrive in the capital, Phnom Penh, marvel at the finest Cambodian architecture. You will also get a moving impression of what happened during the rule of Pol Pot and the Khmer Rouge. Only then will you have a really comprehensive understanding of the country in Southeast Asia. The trip will come to an end at the beautiful beach of Koh Rong.
Upon arrival, please look out for the Siem Reaper welcome sign at the arrivals gate. We transfer you to your comfortable hotel where you can take your time and relax by the pool or venture out for your first explorations of this ancient city. In the early evening, your guide will meet you at the hotel reception where a trip briefing will be held before enjoying a typical Cambodian style dinner.
Discover the spectacular temples in the Angkor Archaeological Park on this fascinating excursion. Enjoy the magnificent view of the UNESCO World Heritage Site temple complex, which consists of five spectacular towers and a huge gallery. Stroll to the imposing 12th century Angkor Wat temple, an incomparable example of Khmer architecture. Explore this extraordinary temple and discover the walled city of Angkor Thom. Here you will visit the magnificent Bayon Temple and other buildings from a bygone era.
Then, stroll on to Ta Prohm Temple, hidden behind huge fig and silk-cotton trees, known as the Jungle Temple. Take breathtaking pictures of the ancient ruins with their trees growing through them – this sight is one of the most famous of the whole complex.
After having breakfast at your hotel, we will go and see the great landscape of Tonle Sap lake. This is a unique experience offering a great outdoor adventure into Siem Reap’s countryside by exploring a floating village and seeing first hand the livelihoods of the Cambodian people.
We will take you out to the Siem Reap countryside in order to explore the local ways of life in Siem Reap. You will be greeted by friendly locals and get a deeper understanding of their lives and traditions. The journey will end at the Tonle Sap lake, where you will experience the lifestyle of Cambodian people living in the floating villages, offering you the opportunity to see how families adapt their life to be able to live on the water.
Return to the hotel in the afternoon. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure on your own.
Khmer treats at night
At 17:00 hop into a tuk-tuk in Siem Reap and discover the famous Khmer food! In the early evening, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in a tuk-tuk and take you to various street stalls around the city for delicious local dishes. Stroll through the narrow streets around the old market square and stop here and there to try the tempting delicacies. One or two delicious regional beers are ideal for this.
Then, take your tuk-tuk to Angkor Kyung Yu Road (Road 60), which is one after the other. Enjoy the vibrant ambience of tourists and local families who gather for dinner in the early evening. Enjoy a selection of exotic fruits, grilled meats and, if you’re feeling adventurous, fried insects! End your evening with a traditional Cambodia cocktail and return to your hotel blissfully.
After having breakfast, depart for Battambang and be escorted by English speaking guide. Battambang is the second largest city in Cambodia, it is located on both the highway and railroad linking Phnom Penh with Thailand. On arrival, check-in at the hotel and relax at the pool at your own leisure.
In the afternoon, we will depart to Sampov Mountain in time for you to catch the sunset and take in spectacular views of Battambang. Sampov Mountain is a truly special and spectacular place for locals and visitors alike; bask in the tranquility and the cool mountain breeze of beautiful Sampov. The mountain contains numerous killing caves. The caves are now home to thousands of bats and a group of macaques that feed on bananas left by pilgrims beside the cave’s shrines. If you wish, stay until dusk when you can witness the bats pouring out of the caves and heading out across the surrounding paddy fields in search of food.
Today, we explore Battambang on a mountain bike. In the early morning, we’ll cycle pass Neo-Khmer buildings as well as colonial structures, including the Sala Khaet (the governor’s residence).
Stop on a bridge over the Sanger River and admire the architectural remains of old shops, colonial mansions, and crumbling pagodas lining the banks. You see children on their way to school and boats gliding down the river. Enjoy the scenic surroundings with palm-lined country roads and lush rice fields. Learn some Cambodian words from your guide. Meet families whose generations work together to make prahok (Fermented Fish Paste), rice paper, rice noodles, banana chips, dried fruit, rice wine and the famous Battambang rice cake.
You will continue on to enjoy a delicious Cambodian lunch at a family home. Then visit a Buddhist Temple to gain an understanding of the principles and practices of a religion that is central to Cambodian life.
Today, depart Battambang and head into the rural heart of Cambodia. Make a stop at the Pottery village which is famous for producing undecorated items such as pots, vases, and other types of ceramics for the Cambodian home.
Then we head to Farmhouse Smiling Gecko, in time for lunch. Set up in 2015 by local NGO, Smiling Gecko Cambodia, the Farmhouse was established to offer disadvantaged local people a training opportunity to acquire skills that will enable them to earn a living, without leaving the countryside. In the afternoon, a member of the Smiling Gecko team will give you an overview of their other inspirational projects that focus on education, supporting local employment initiatives and promoting self-help among the rural population. By staying here you’re directly contributing to the livelihood of the local people.
This morning, we depart Kampong Chhnang to Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia. On the way, we’ll make a stop at the former of Cambodian capital of Oudong. We explore the sacred hills there, which include historic pagodas and several stupas containing the remains of Cambodia’s former kings. After an extensive visit to this historic place, we continue to the capital of Phnom Penh. Check in your hotel upon arrival, then you’re free on your own.
After having a great breakfast and coffee at your hotel, we’ll take an excursion to Killing Fields, about 17 km from Phnom Penh is Cheung Ek, which is notorious for the film The Killing fields. A huge memorial is intended to commemorate the 17,000 victims who lost their lives under the regime of the leader of the Khmer Rouge, Pol Pot. The mass graves and human remains in the memorial take you on a journey through Cambodia’s years of suffering under the cruelty of the Khmer Rouge.
Afterwards, visit the impressive Royal Palace with the adjoining Silver Pagoda on the banks of the Tonle Sap and Mekong. Also worth seeing is Wat Phnom, located on an artificial hill. Then you can visit the Genocide Museum of the Khmer Rouge. Later, stroll through the colorful markets and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere on the riverside.
Today we depart from the hotel in the southern direction for Sihanoukville. We head on the road with the buzz of day to day life in Cambodia from the view of the coastline. The blue of the Gulf of Thailand at your left always wake you up from the hot weather of today as the road is a bit wide open from the shade of the tree. We’ll have lunch at the local hut to the sleepy houses along the way as your lunch will be offered a very tasty Khmer food.
After lunch, you will be transferred to Sihanoukville to catch up to the speed boat to the Koh Rong Island. For the rest of the day, enjoy at your own leisure at the beach.
Today, you can take the boat to explore life underneath the water and relax at the beach with your family at your own leisure.
After breakfast, use your last morning in Koh Rong for a leisurely stroll on the beaches, a morning swim, or a trip to the beach. Your guides will then transfer you back to Phnom Penh and followed by goodbyes with your guides. Take the day to reflect upon the rewarding vacations, beautiful coastal views, and cultural immersion this tour has provided!
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Central Corner d’Angkor features a restaurant, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Siem Reap. The room was spacious, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The pool area is a private oasis and though it is small, it was always quiet to relax.
Battambang, Cambodia
The Villa offers an outdoor pool. Fitted with free WiFi, air-conditioned villas present a mix of modern and traditional decor.
Kompong Chhnang, Cambodia
Farmhouse Smiling Gecko features a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and garden in Phumĭ Méanôk. The air-conditioned rooms provide a garden view and come with a wardrobe and free WiFi.
Phnom Penh, Cambodia
This hotel features two swimming pools that include a rooftop saltwater pool and guests can enjoy meals at the in-house restaurant or have a drink at the bar. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel. Room service is provided 24 hours.
Koh Rong, Cambodia
This resort is located in Koh Rong Island, 450 m from Coconut Beach, Ariya Resort provides accommodation with a bar, free private parking, a shared lounge and a garden and a private beach area.
Meals are characterized by fresh, seasonal ingredients, prepared in a simple, classic style of Cambodia. Food & cooking course is offering bountiful selections of local specialities and feature hand-made food among other favourites. Western food is also available during the trip.
Dietary Requirement
If you have any specific food requirements (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies), please inform in advance so that we can provide a notice to the restaurant or hotel where you will be served.
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Siem Reap | Phnom Penh
Private Tour: Just your family
6+ years old
Walk/Bike/Boat
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REQUEST A QUOTEThe terrain is varied, mainly flat and follows by the mixture of tarmac roads and dirt roads passing the countryside & Angkor complex. We cycle on backroads with lovely open landscapes and leisurely with plenty of stops to rest or take photos. Our Siem Reaper guides can also easily accommodate type riders, who seek less ride with a boost in the van.
We strongly recommend that you ride a mountain bike for our trips involved in asphalt, dirt, and backroads that some are sandy and rocky. If you are much more comfortable with your own stuff, we highly suggest bringing such as pedal, saddle, helmets, and water bottles. Our mechanic will adjust to your bikes and personal stuff.
The tools and spares are carried by your tour guide in the vehicle along with a full toolkit for the tour. However, it is also gauche for us to carry spares for every eventuality, therefore, it is necessary that when before departing, you should have a quick look at your two-wheel fellow whether it is in good order.
We recommend you to wear a helmet all our biking adventures and is non-negotiable. If you do not wear a helmet you will not be allowed to cycle. Your tour guide is trained in first aid and emergency rescue, but to a large degree, you must be responsible for your own safety while riding.
The country has two distinct weather seasons but we can travel all year round in Cambodia. Our wet season runs from May to September and the dry season from October until April and the heaviest rainfall usually in August & September. The cooler is 24°C around November/December and hottest hitting 35°C around April/May.
Keeping you completely hydrated is a job we take very seriously. Cold water, some energy-restoring local fruit, and soft drinks are included in the tour price while riding. Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included. Beer is freely available everywhere but is NOT included in the price.
The currency of Cambodia is called ‘Riel’, and there are however no needs to change the currency into riel as US dollars are accepted everywhere. Please kindly note that ripped, torn, or old bills will not be accepted. ATM machines are available in the main cities across the country and mostly in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Saturday morning until 12:00 PM. Most hotels and restaurants in the major cities will charge US dollars, but for other currencies, it is advisable to visit a bank. Traveller’s checks can be exchanged at banks and some hotels, but it is not usable outside of the major cities. We would highly recommend using Visa Card or Master Card, as they are now accepted in many hotels, restaurants, and shops in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. As if you wish to travel in a local taxi (Tuk-Tuk), make sure to have the right amount of cash and change with you as the drivers are unlikely to keep a lot of cash with them.
The visitors to Cambodia require a passport to enter the country and all travelers must hold a passport with the validation for 6 months after their planned exit from Cambodia.
Citizens of the UK, EU countries, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States and almost all other nationalities will require a visa to visit Cambodia. Non-UK residents should check with the Cambodian Embassy in their country of residence for the most up-to-date information. Most nationalities can get a visa on arrival at Phnom Penh & Siem Reap international airports without prior registration. Visa issued on arrival for most nationalities, US $30/pax, and the visa has a one-month validity. You need to pay in cash and in US Dollars and provide two recent, identical passport photographs.
Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. As medical facilities in Cambodia are rather limited, so it is imperative for you to take out a good medical insurance policy when travelling.