After breakfast, we meet our guide and hop on Cyclo, an original means of transport from Phnom Penh and a fun way to explore this vibrant city. First, visit Wat Phnom a Buddhist temple located in the center of Phnom Penh City. It was built in 1373 and stands 27 meters above the ground. Next, we visit the Royal Palace compound, built in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom, which is the most conspicuous feature and also one of the impressive colorful Khmer-style palaces. Near the Royal Palace is the Silver Pagoda (The Emerald Buddha temple), which displays plenty of Buddha Statues that were decorated and made with diamonds, emeralds, gold, and silver. Continuing a visit to the National Museum, the distinctive red building with beautiful Khmer architecture was built in 1917 and contains more than 5,000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper, wood, and others. Travelers will proceed to visit the Independence Monument, which was constructed in 1954 after Cambodians took their country back from the French colony. We will learn about the dark side of Cambodia – its more recent, turbulent, and harrowing history. Initially, you visit the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S21), which is ironically a former school, located in a quiet Phnom Penh suburb. This was the infamous Khmer Rouge prison/torture center. We will stop at Central Market, which is located in the heart of Phnom Penh. The Khmer name of the market is Phsar Thmei, which translates to “new market.” The Central Market was built in 1937 during the French colonial period, in the Art Deco style, and is painted bright ochre.
We will enjoy a cruise to view the sunset on the Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers (1 hour). Situated at the “Four Arms” where the Mekong meets the Tonle Sap River before splitting into two branches, Phnom Penh offers the ideal location to discover the mighty Mekong.
Overnight in Phnom Penh.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Phnom Penh cyclo tour