Cambodia: Angkor Wat, Koh Rong & The Cardamom Mountains

Cambodia: Angkor Wat, Koh Rong & The Cardamom Mountains

• Trip code: 4L1X019
• Dauer: 9
• Stil: The Geluxe Collection

Cambodia reveals itself slowly — and this trip lets it. On this 9-day adventure, watch Angkor Wat emerge at dawn before a village cooking class led by female tuk-tuk drivers puts local life front and centre. Trek and paddle through the Cardamom Mountains, then trade the jungle for Koh Rong's remote beaches and starlit barbecues on the shore.

Übersicht

Accommodation

Hotels (6nts), Deluxe Tented Camp (2nts)

Checklist

Conservative Dress:
• Modest clothing that covers knees and shoulders (Long pants, long skirts, shirts that cover shoulders)
• Shawl or scarf (for temple visits)

Documents:
• Flight info (required) (Printouts of e-tickets may be required at the border)
• Insurance info (required) (With photocopies)
• Passport (required) (With photocopies)
• Vouchers and pre-departure information (required)
• Visas or vaccination certificates (With photocopies)

Essentials:
• Toiletries (required) (Shampoo, bodywash, soap, etc.)
• Binoculars (optional)
• Camera (With extra memory cards and batteries)
• Cash, credit and debit cards
• Day pack (Used for daily excursions or short overnights)
• Ear plugs
• First-aid kit (should contain lip balm with sunscreen, sunscreen, whistle, Aspirin, Ibuprofen, bandaids/plasters, tape, anti-histamines, antibacterial gel/wipes, antiseptic cream, Imodium or similar tablets for mild cases of diarrhea, rehydration powder, water purification tablets or drops, insect repellent, sewing kit, extra prescription drugs you may be taking)
• Flashlight/torch (Headlamps are ideal)
• Fleece top/sweater
• Footwear
• Hat
• Headphones (Noise-cancelling recommended)
• Locks for bags
• Long pants/jeans
• Moneybelt
• Outlet adapter
• Personal entertainment (Reading and writing materials, cards, music player, etc.)
• Reusable water bottle
• Shirts/t-shirts
• Sleepwear
• Small travel towel
• Sunglasses
• Swimwear
• Watch and alarm clock
• Waterproof backpack cover
• Windproof rain jacket

Health & Safety:
• Face masks (Clients will be only be required to wear a face mask where it is mandated by local regulations.)
• Hand sanitizer
• Pen (Please bring your own pen for filling out documents.)

Light Hiking:
• Hiking boots
• Hiking pants (Convertible/Zip-off and quick dry recommended)
• Walking poles

Warm Weather:
• Sandals/flip-flops
• Shorts/skirts (Longer shorts/skirts are recommended)
• Sturdy water shoes/sandals
• Sun hat/bandana
• Swimwear

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout, local guides

Group Size Notes

Max 12, avg. 10

Highlights

Watch Angkor Wat's silhouette emerge from the mist at sunrise, Cook Khmer dishes with local women leading the way in a village kitchen, Trek and paddle through the Cardamom Mountains in aid of wildlife preservation, Glamp beneath the jungle canopy in the heart of the Cardamom Mountains, Kayak Koh Rong's crystal waters and end the day with a barbecue on the beach

Introduction

Cambodia reveals itself slowly — and this trip lets it. On this 9-day adventure, watch Angkor Wat emerge at dawn before a village cooking class led by female tuk-tuk drivers puts local life front and centre. Trek and paddle through the Cardamom Mountains, then trade the jungle for Koh Rong's remote beaches and starlit barbecues on the shore

Meals Included

9 Frühstück, 5 Mittagessen, 5 Abendessen

Meal Budget

Plane USD65-85 für nicht inbegriffene Mahlzeiten ein

Optional Activities

Keine optionale Aktivitäten

Start / Finish

Siem Reap nach Phnom Penh

Transport

Private vehicle, plane, walking, tuk-tuk, longtail boat, public ferry, kayak

What's Included

Dein G-for-Good-Moment: Dinner at Spoons Restaurant, Siem Reap
Dein Welcome-Moment: Anreise und Begrüßungstreffen
Your OMG Day: Sunset Bike Ride or Half-day Tour of Kampong Khleang Floating Village, Siem Reap
Dein Foodie-Moment: Cooking Class, Siem Reap. Complimentary Arrival Transfer. Welcome Dinner at SPOONS to support at-risk youth. Angkor Wat sunrise visit. Free time in Siem Reap. Cambodian Cooking class. Kayak & Trek in the Cardamom Mountains. Free time in Koh Rong. Waterfall hike & Mangroves Kayak Excursion in Koh Rong. Tonle Sap River Walk & Dinner. Remork Tour of Phnom Penh Internal flights. Tips for all included meals and activities, except for the CEO and porterage. All transport between destinations and to/from included activities

Internationale Flüge

No, international flights are generally not included in the price of your tour.

However, on some combo tours travelling between two different countries, international flights are included as part of the itinerary and price of the tour. Please speak to your GCO or booking agent for further details.

In addition, check-in times and baggage allowances/restrictions vary by airline and can change at any time. For the most up-to-date information for your flight, please contact your airline. We recommend checking in online in advance to avoid potential delays at the airport

Minimum Age

Mindestalter für diese Reise sind 18 Jahre

Itinerary

Day 1 Siem Reap: Welcome to the Community

Your chariot awaits. So, it's not technically a chariot, it's a tuk-tuk. But not any tuk-tuk. Your drivers are women from the Lady Tuk-Tuk drivers cooperative. This group was founded to provide women in Siem Reap the opportunity to earn an income and support themselves, their families and their communities. Hop aboard, whizz through Siem Reap en route to another community tourism initiative, Spoons Restaurant. Welcome to Siem Reap, and to Cambodia, we invite you to become part of the community

Day 2 Siem Reap: Your OMG Day

It's possible that there is no quicker way to understand a culture than by cooking and eating. Spend the morning in the local market with a chef, smelling and tasting the local ingredients. Continue on to Chreav village just outside of Siem Reap and join the chef in cooking some delicious local dishes. With a full belly, the afternoon is yours to choose between a sunset bike ride from village to village, or a scenic boat tour to Kampong Khleang Floating Village

Day 3 Siem Reap: Sunrise Angkor Wat

The ruins of Angkor Wat stand as a testament to the dynamic history of the Cambodian people. Though they, like all ruined structures, are little by little being reclaimed by the jungle around them, luckily for us they defiantly remain standing ready to be admired. Witness sunrise at Angkor Wat with your fellow travellers and expert guide

Day 4 Cardamom Mountains: Into the Jungle

Established in 1993, The Botum Sakur National Park in southern Cambodia, home to the Cardamom Mountains, has been continuously threatened by illegal logging and the poaching of endangered wildlife. The dense jungle of the Cardamoms is one of Asia's seven remaining elephant corridors and is home to gibbons, pangolins and hornbills. This remote and wild place is being protected by an alliance between a number of organizations, and our exclusive stay at Cardamom Tented Camp helps fund the Wildlife Alliance and its partners in protecting this vital piece of our planet

Day 5 Cardamom Mountains: Trekking and Kayaking

Waking up in the jungle, in a safari style glamping tent, with the sound of the birds and the monkeys rustling overhead is probably not an experience you associate with Cambodia, but from now on it will be. After a refreshing sleep, it's time to explore the Cardamoms. Kayak downriver first en route to the old ranger station. Trek through the lush forest on old logging trails, crossing streams from time to time. Your local Cambodian guides let you in on the history of this special place while you explore

Day 6 Koh Rong: Island Paradise

When ancient seafarers first caught sight of Koh Rong’s shores, they were captivated by its beauty, naming it after a mythical cave or "shelter" found within its lush, emerald interior. While its white-sand beaches are world-renowned, the island’s heart is a thriving dense rainforest with hidden lagoons teeming with tropical birdlife and rare butterflies. Some of Koh Rong remains an untouched paradise, and your time on this island begins with free time to discover the island's energetic towns and sun-drenched coves

Day 7 Koh Rong: Waterfall Hike & Kayak Exploration

Cambodia shines in this full day exploration of Koh Rong's natural interior and coastal ecosystems. A morning trek leads you through the rainforest, immersing you in the island's vibrant flora and fauna, and in season toward a secluded waterfall. After a break for lunch, the adventure continues with a guided kayaking excursion deep into the quiet, winding mangroves, offering a unique perspective of the island's serene, sheltered waters

Day 8 Phnom Penh: Remork Rides and the Tonle Sap River

After departing Koh Rong, arrive in Phnom Penh, the City of Four Faces. Nestled on the confluence of the Mekong, Bassac and Tonle Sap rivers, Phnom Penh is the "four faces" where these mighty waterways meet to breathe life into the kingdom. With the traditions of the Khmer Empire blended with a French colonial metropolis, this unique city showcases its vibrant energy while honoring its dark past. Set out on a remork-moto tour - quintessential Cambodian transport, visiting spots like the Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda and Wat Ounalom before a dinner on the Tonle Sap river

Day 9 Phnom Penh

Today your adventure comes to an end. We hope you loved visiting Southeast Asia as much as we do! We promise you won't need a vacation after your vacation, but we guarantee you'll be ready for another adventure with G

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 Siem Reap: Welcome to the Community

Spoons Restaurant hosts your first meal in Cambodia. This restaurant provides vocational training for young people in the service industry, while of course, serving up delicious specialties like Num Kruk, a corn and coconut crisply dumpling, and Steak Lok Lak. Dig in and do good.

Day 2 Siem Reap: Your OMG Day

Your OMG Day begins with an exclusive cooking experience in Chreav village, just a short tuk-tuk ride outside Siem Reap. In the afternoon you can choose between an exhilarating cycle through small villages, ending just in time to take in a peaceful sunset over the rice paddies with a cold drink. If you are looking to take it a bit easier, hop on a boat ride to the magnificent Tonle Sap. The boat will travel to Kampong Khleang floating village, passing by stilt houses, witnessing daily life and observing the marine flora and fauna along the way.

Day 3 Siem Reap: Sunrise Angkor Wat

Your new friends from the Lady Tuk-Tuk cooperative greet you again just before sunrise to zoom you to Angkor Wat. Enjoy a magical sunrise over the ruins and then continue on exploring Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm with your local guide. The rest of the afternoon is yours to enjoy a well-deserved bit of rest, or a dip in the pool.

Day 4 Cardamom Mountains: Into the Jungle

After a short flight and transfer West, board a small boat to head down the Prek Tachan river. Spot birds overhead as you make the half hour journey to camp. Cardamom Tented Camp is our home for our jungle expedition the next two days, and a homemade Cambodian meal awaits you after settling into your tent. Oh, and don't forget to look up-the nighttime sky here is out of this world. (See what we did there?)

Day 5 Cardamom Mountains: Trekking and Kayaking

After a morning of exploration, return to camp for another home cooked Cambodian meal. The afternoon offers you some much deserved leisure time to enjoy this remote paradise. Swim in the river or kayak the narrow tributaries looking for birdlife.

Day 6 Koh Rong: Island Paradise

Take a boat to Koh Rong and explore the island with your CEO in the afternoon. A BBQ seafood dinner is the perfect way to celebrate your first evening on the island.

Day 7 Koh Rong: Waterfall Hike & Kayak Exploration

This full day adventure offers plenty of opportunity to enjoy the island paradise that Koh Rong offers. Hike to a beautiful waterfall (in season) followed by professional kayak guides leading an adventure through the mangroves.

Day 8 Phnom Penh: Remork Rides and the Tonle Sap River

Depart Koh Chang, returning to Cambodia mainland. Drive to Phnom Penh for an exciting evening in the city.

Day 9 Phnom Penh

Depart at any time.