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Learn about the dark history of Cambodia’s tumultuous past on this sensitively-crafted guided tour of the Choeung Ek Genocide Center and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. See the infamous “killing fields” and hear about the regime, led by Pol Pot, that saw millions of Cambodians executed. See how Cambodia has risen from these darker times and become a vibrant country filled with hope, thanks to its local communities.

Eliminate the stress of traveling between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap with a private overland transfer, a hassle-free way to get from A to B. Booking a private vehicle means you’ll skip having to make arrangements yourself and travel in air-conditioned comfort the entire way. Plus, you’ll have the freedom to stop for convenience breaks and photo opportunities whenever you like.

A professional English-speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the killing fields of Choeung Ek Genocide Center – 17km away south of Phnom Penh. The infamous killing fields have a bloody history. Once an orchard and a Chinese cemetery, the Khmer Rouge, led by Pol Pot, turned the place into what became known as the killing fields, where they executed around 20.000 victims.

Silk Island is the most visited of the Mekong River islands around Phnom Penh and is famous for its traditional silk production. On this tour, benefit from the undivided attention of a private guide as you experience local life on the island; visit the Coconut School, built from recycled materials; and discover the silk-making process with a tour of a silk farm.

Phnom Penh is considered among Cambodia’s must-see cities, but exploring solo means missing its hidden treasures and troubled past. On this tour, begin with a pickup at your Phnom Penh hotel and explore the city with your guide. Hear the secrets behind top attractions like the Royal Palace and Wat Phnom, and explore the infamous Killing Fields—where Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge history is brought into sharp focus.

Sightseeing the Killing Field and Genocide Museum with Audio Guide Tour is very informative especially with a very flexible Tour Leader. This tour will be using Khmer Traditional Tuk-Tuk which is very convenient and big enough for 4 people. The maximum of group size is only 4 people on 1 Tuk-Tuk. The Driver speaks great English and understandable.

Phnom Penh Kampot Kep Tour "Pepper Farm, Salt Field, and Crab Market" is the best one-day tour for your holiday in Cambodia. You will meet an English-speaking driver and transfer to Kampot town, where you will visit the Iron Bridge, River, French Building, Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple (Pre-Angkorian), Secret Lake, meet a French or English-speaking guide at Pepper Farm, and visit Salt Fields (available only during the dry season). Then, go to Kep Beach for a photo and enjoy seafood at the crab market. And then, the driver will transfer you back to your hotel in Phnom Penh City or drop you off at your hotel in Kampot or Kep if you stay there.

Take the stress out of traveling with this taxi service. Plan your transport from Siem Reap Angkor International Airport in advance and be met by a driver with a welcome board. Ride in an air-conditioned vehicle to travel directly to your accommodation without any unnecessary hassle. This private experience allows for a peaceful and convenient start to your visit to Cambodia.

Uncover the truths of Cambodia’s dark history with a half-day tour of the Tuol Sleng Museum and Cheung Ek Killing Fields from Phnom Penh. Learn about the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge and the Pol Pot regime as you walk the halls of Toul Sleng, the former S-21 Prison, then pay a moving visit to the mass graveyard of Cheung Ek, the ‘Killing Fields’.

To inspect the main historical place in the city with our guided tour around sky buildings.To head on the main streets and small road to objective museum as Toul Sleng or S21 with the script on poster telling us about the Killing Field period .On the way back to colonial style to National Museum which is collected many piece of images around Cambodia .It is time to taste local food for lunch.Then, we visit Royal Palace as we learn more about Hindu legends,picture, statues and greenery garden.To include cold bottles of water,clean mini van . Highlight: - To enjoy the photo shots in those places -To learn more about Khmer traditions and riding ways - To excavate the deep scripts of people treatment in periods. - To discover high new departments

This half-day tour takes in memorials and museums from Cambodia’s recent history under the Khmer Rouge. An experienced guide will explain the significance of some key sites from during the regime’s reign.

When the sun sets, the city comes to life. Experience the magic of Phnom Penh’s vibrant nightlife in this fun-filled night-time adventure around Cambodia’s colorful capital city. After meeting your local guide at a popular evening hang-out spot, you’ll head into the city streets and explore the best bars around, trying new drinks and making new friends, before going to a popular nightclub to dance the night away.

Escape the bustle of Cambodia’s capital city on a full-day tour from Phnom Penh that provides a great cultural introduction for first-time visitors. Ideal for active travelers with a moderate level of fitness, this tour takes you to a hilltop vantage point and reveal lesser-known information about the history and culture of the area. Plus, convenient round-trip hotel transport is included.

Join a confronting yet essential tour in Phnom Penh to The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. This tour will help you reflect on the devastating impact of the Khmer Rouge regime on modern Cambodia. We come face to face with the horrific crimes of the Khmer Rouge. Tuol Sleng was a former high school that the Khmer Rouge turned into a centre for interrogation, torture and death. 17,000 people passed through the gates of this prison and only seven lived to tell the tale. We then travel out of town to the Killing Fields of ChoengEk. Prisoners from Tuol Sleng followed this same route to their fate. An old Chinese cemetery, ChoengEk was turned into an extermination camp for political prisoners. The remains of 8985 people were exhumed from mass graves and are kept in a memorial stupa here. Despite the horrors of the past, it is a peaceful place to go and a tranquil spot to reflect on the tragic events that engulfed Cambodia and its people.

As I’m Cambodian I’m very happy and warmly welcome all travelers. I’m strong willing to tell you all about our history. We serve you with our hearts and willing to share about Cambodian people experienced during Khmer Rouge regime. Anyway our tour guides and drivers are licensed from the ministry. -Guides are very knowledgeable , tidy, polite, friendly and helpful. - Drivers are courteous, polite, friendly, drive safely, flexible, and promptly on schedule. We stress that our travellers are not our customers but our friends!! We will make your trip is fantastic and memorable. Pleas allow us to serve you.

Start your morning in Phnom Penh like a local with a freshly prepared breakfast at the markets before discovering the vibrant murals adorning the city’s backstreets. Next, pass by the iconic 1920s Raffles Hotel before calling at Wat Botum. Tuck into more yummy food and opt to wash it down with a sugar cane drink before your final stop at the art gallery near the Royal Palace.

Explore the meandering Mekong delta and stop at authentic craft stores on this half-day biking tour of Cambodia’s Silk Island. Discover beautiful rice paddy farmlands, idyllic countryside and quaint traditional Cambodian villages—famed for their lemongrass, banana plant, ginger and corn pastures, and visit silk weaving houses where you’ll have a chance to by a scarf you can see made the old fashioned way by hand.

Explore the meandering Mekong delta and stop at authentic craft stores on this Tuk Tuk tour of Cambodia’s Silk Island. Discover beautiful rice paddy farmlands, idyllic countryside and quaint traditional Cambodian villages - famed for their lemongrass, banana plant, ginger and corn pastures, and visit silk weaving houses where you’ll have a chance to by a scarf you can see made the old fashioned way by hand. See local artisans at work and enjoy a glimpse into local working life Visit an authentic Buddhist temple for a full view of Cambodian life

If you’ve only got limited time in Cambodia’s capital, maximize every minute on this sightseeing tour that reveals the highlights of Phnom Penh and provides a comprehensive introduction for first-time visitors. In a small group limited to 10, you’ll travel between the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Royal Palace, and more without getting lost or having to navigate public transport.

Enjoy a private evening out on the lake with your own sunset cruise. Sit back and relax with a drink in hand, including unlimited beer and soft drinks. Whether you’re looking for a romantic date or to just avoid the crowds, this experience is ideal. Cruise on Tonle Sap lake, the Mekong river, Four Faces river and Diamond Island. Observe life on the riverbank among fishing villages and stilted houses.

This is an enjoyable trip to explore the lifestyle of the people on the island, which is a traditional weaving village. The boat trip to the island will take one hour. On the way, you will see the stilted houses, fishing villages, Mekong and Four Faces Rivers. When we get to the island, we will take a Tuk Tuk around the village, so we can see the mango and banana plantations and the different crops that are grown on the island. You will also visit a Silk Farm, Buddhist monastery and the children in a local school (subject to the school schedule that day).

A fun ride in the city to the most popular attractions while learning the history and culture of the ancient city of Phnom Penh.

Marvel at Cambodia's vibrant capital with this full day tour of Phnom Penh. Visit the residence of the Cambodian King at the royal palace while admiring the stunning architecture. Learn about the tragic history at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former prison that tells the story of the Khmer Rouge regime. Finish by exploring the Russian Local Market to purchase goods from resident artisans.

If you’re interested in the architecture of Southeast Asia then look no further than this half-day architecture tour of Phnom Penh, which provides an easy way for first-time visitors to see the best buildings in the Cambodian capital. Traveling by cyclo, a type of rickshaw that allows you to zig-zag between traffic jams, you’ll benefit from the inside knowledge of your guide and journey between attractions without getting lost.