Top Phnom Penh Full-day Tours

Take a memorable full day cruise from Phnom Penh to the area of the former Cambodian capital city from 1618-1866. Explore the lifestyle of the people who live along the riverbank, see floating and fishing villages and the different crops grown by the shore. After 2hours we stop at Koh Chen Island where we will walk around the village famous for its silver products and craftsmen. After that we take a Tuk Tuk to Oudong mountain to see the stupa containing the remains of former kings and marvel at 5,000 Buddha statues.

Delve into the fascinating history of Phnom Penh on a full-day tour of the remarkable Cambodian region. Discover the dark and destructive past of the area as you venture to somber locations made infamous by the Khmer Rouge; learn about Cambodia’s current political situation then venture to an idyllic island on the Mekong. See how locals go about their daily life and hear of ancient traditions on this moving excursion. Enjoy personalized attention from your guide on this small-group tour, where numbers are limited.

Explore Phnom Penh on a full-day private tour of the vibrant capital. Admire the stately columns of the Royal Palace, visit the National Museum, and climb to the hilltop Wat Phnom. Then learn about Cambodia’s tragic past at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the former site of the Security Prison 21 (S-21) established by the Khmer Rouge regime. Your personal guide shares insightful commentary on a visit to the Killing Fields at Choeng Ek. Lunch and a market tour are included.

Retreat into the countryside on this scenic full-day bike tour of Oudong (Udong), the former royal residence and capital of Cambodia. Departing bustling Siem Reap by minivan, you’ll cycle with a guide down backcountry trails and dirt roads, stopping at majestic Khmer temples and pagodas, palm wineries and local villages. Climb the stairway to Phnom Oudong, topped by Buddhist stupas, for sweeping views of the rural surroundings. Along the way, you’re served light refreshments and a Cambodian lunch at a local market.

Take in the highlights of Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, on this full-day private tour. Enjoy the undivided attention of your guide and an itinerary customised to your preferences, stopping at attractions including the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, Wat Phnom, and the Russian Museum. Also included is a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and the Choeung Ek Memorial to learn more about the Khmer Rouge and Cambodia’s dark past.

Discover Phnom Penh’s significant historical and cultural sites on this all-day tour. The itinerary includes visits to the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, followed by the National Museum. Then, head to the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school that became a prison and interrogation facility when the Khmer Rouge were in power. The tour ends with a stop at the “Killing Fields” where many Cambodians perished under the Khmer Rouge regime.

Phnom Penh’s markets offer a fascinating insight into Cambodian life, with stalls selling everything from traditional handicrafts to tasty street food. On this tour, explore the Russian Market, Phsah Thmei Market, and Phar Chars Market at your own pace and enjoy the undivided attention of a private guide, who can explain local customs and help you secure the best price on souvenirs.

Explore the mountains, pine forests, and lakes of Kirirom National Park on this private full-day tour from Phnom Penh. Learn more about local life and culture with a visit to Chambok village; admire the Chambok waterfall; and soak up the scenery on a guided hike.

The drive from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap can be long and bumpy, but you don’t have to travel by road! Opt for the scenic route with this one-way cruise and experience life along the Mekong River, glide around Tonle Sap Lake, and tuck into a delicious lunch on-board. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Escape Phnom Penh’s concrete jungle for the island sanctuary of Koh Dach during this full-day, small-group, excursion. Enjoy a cruise on Tonle Sap Lake to reach this secluded retreat. You’ll spend the rest of your day cycling around the island past farms and rice paddies, checking out local craft workshops, and visiting a fruit farm. Lunch, bike rental, all entrance fees transport to the island are covered.

History buffs usually head for Siem Reap, but Cambodia’s capital also has centuries of history to discover. On this full-day private tour, fill in some of the gaps in Cambodia’s story from the mid 14th century to Cambodia’s independence in the 1950s. Your guide moves at your pace on this private tour; with no waiting for anyone else, you’ll see as much of the city’s heritage as possible.

We are led by members of the deportee community. We are Cambodian and raised in the US and speak fluent English. Our strong working knowledge of Khmer gets us around the country and reminds us of our roots. We offer you insights about the Cambodian community outside of Cambodia and the local communities. With our authentic voices and unique life histories, we show you off-the-beaten track sites. ZIN is a social venture that supports our community with transition services and employment opportunities. ZIN also maintains close relationships with the local communities where we take you. We work with local licensed guides. We have extensively researched the history of Kirirom mountain, conducted oral interviews with the royal family, former soldiers and residents about the 1960s and 1970s. We will also share with you the quiet beauty of the pine forest of the mountain. Kirirom Mountain is 2.5 hours drive from Phnom Penh. Travel with ZIN.

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Go beyond Phnom Penh's temples and glean an insight into ordinary Cambodian life on this day-long cycle tour. This tour introduces the fishing community of Tonle Sap, which is often neglected by tours in the region, and showcases the work of local artisans. Combine the virtue of a day of cycling with the chance to discover an authentic slice of Cambodia.

Although Phnom Penh isn’t the first port of call for travellers looking to explore Angkorian temples, many visitors to Cambodia underestimate this city’s historical and cultural significance. On this private tour, enjoy a quieter temple experience - these temples don’t attract the big crowds found in Siem Reap.

This two hours floating village cruise will give you an opportunity to explore the lifestyle of the people who live on the floating houses, the stilted houses that the people built along the riverbank, the crops that are grown by the shore and the fishermen working for their own living.

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.

Enjoy a morning bicycle ride along the quiet roads of the Silk Islands out of city. With an easy to understand English speaking guide, you'll visit a local village and ride past beautifully scenic rivers and farmlands to observe the village life in the Cambodian countryside. We will maintain a comfortable pace for new as well as experienced riders. Cold water and lunch will be provided during the tour.

Skip the tour buses, rowdy groups of strangers and guides reading off a script. On this private tour, get to know Phnom Penh with your own dedicated guide by your side to answer your questions and give you personalized recommendations. Learn about Cambodia’s recent past and pay your respects at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum. Visit grand local landmarks like Wat Phnom and the Royal Palace. End the day with an easy-going sunset cruise down the Mekong River. Stop for some souvenir-shopping at the city’s mammoth Russian Market Complimentary lunch: sample some delicious Khmer dishes at a local restaurant Private transport provided, with round-trip transfers from your inner-city hotel This tour is designed to be accessible for wheelchair users

On this full-day temple tour, experience ancient Khmer temples without detouring to Siem Reap. This tour offers a good opportunity to see art and architecture from the sixth to twelfth centuries, including bas reliefs and stone carvings; enjoy a similar experience to visiting the UNESCO listed Angkor Archaeological Park without the stress of visiting Siem Reap’s busiest tourist destination.

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. 

What better way to enjoy your time together as a family than on your own exclusive cruise? You will have the boat to yourselves as we take you on a two hour tour of the local Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers. We will take you to see the floating and fishing villages, Four Faces river, Diamond Island, stilted houses and the lifestyle of the people who live along the riverbank.

Diverse and often leaving a permanent mark in your memory when seeing the capital’s extremes, Phnom Penh is a journey through a commercial-driven beehive of local entrepreneurs and walking through the dark pages of its past. Tattooed forever in the skin of Cambodia, the marks left by the Khmer Rouge regime are a must-see and no other place that the notorious Tuol Sleng Museum is where the atrocities of Pol Pot’s regime are almost tangible. The Russian Market stands out from the more modernized landscape yet what’s driving in its interior is something that tantalises your drive for some local shopping.

Glide through the Cambodian countryside to several exquisite temples. Be soothed by the sight of rice paddies from your air conditioned vehicle, then get some exercise climbing the four hundred and twelve steps to the ancient Phnom Chisor Temple, part of which was destroyed by American action in 1973. This tour concludes with a unique spiritual experience featuring a blessing ceremony with a local priest.