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Boutique Cambodia
Cambodia in comfort and character
9 Night / 10 Day Itinerary
Discover Cambodia’s highlights in style on this carefully crafted boutique journey that weaves together heritage, nature, and coastal escapes. Over ten days you’ll travel through the country’s most fascinating regions, staying in handpicked small hotels and retreats that pair comfort with local character. This is an itinerary designed for travellers who want more than a simple highlights tour – one that captures the spirit of Cambodia through immersive cultural encounters, meaningful conservation experiences, and time to unwind in places of natural beauty.
Begin among the timeless temples of Angkor, exploring both world-renowned monuments and hidden corners that reveal the legacy of the Khmer Empire. Delve into Phnom Penh’s royal splendour and its poignant history before journeying deep into Koh Kong’s mangrove forests for a stay in a unique floating eco-retreat on the Tatai River. End your adventure with time to relax on the pristine beaches of Sihanoukville’s offshore islands, where turquoise waters and golden sands provide a tranquil contrast to the cultural discoveries of the journey.
This 9 Night / 10 Day Itinerary includes:
- 3 nights in Siem Reap – Jaya House River Park (Deluxe Room)
- 2 nights in Phnom Penh – Penh House Hotel (Deluxe Room)
- 2 nights in Koh Kong – Canvas & Orchids Retreat (Floating Tent)
- 2 nights on Bamboo Island, Sihanoukville – Jati Koh Russey Resort (Garden Pavilion)
- Private transfers throughout, including fast-track service on arrival
- Boutique accommodation with daily breakfast (additional meals as per itinerary)
- Exclusive experiences including Angkor temple tours, elephant sanctuary visit, and floating village excursion
- International flights via Bangkok from London
Prices from £3,195pp
Day 1 – 2
Day 1 – Arrival in Siem Reap
Fast-track arrival service and private transfer to your hotel. The rest of the day is free to relax after your journey.
Overnight at Jaya House River Park – Deluxe Room
Day 2 – Elephants & Spiritual Siem Reap
Spend the morning at Kulen Elephant Forest, a sanctuary for the retired elephants of Angkor. Walk through the forest with them, watch them cool off in the pond, and enjoy a Khmer-style lunch. In the afternoon, take an orientation tour of Siem Reap, including a private monk blessing at Wat Bo Pagoda and a stroll through the Old Market.
Overnight at Jaya House River Park – Deluxe Room
Day 3 – 4
Day 3 – Temples, HeroRats & Circus Arts
Start early with Ta Prohm at dawn, followed by breakfast at Sala Kdei. Explore Angkor Thom and the iconic Bayon Temple before lunch at Lum Orng. Visit the APOPO Visitor Centre to see how trained HeroRats detect landmines, then tour Angkor Wat with its remarkable bas-reliefs. In the evening, enjoy a performance of Phare, the Cambodian Circus, blending theatre, acrobatics, and social purpose.
Overnight at Jaya House River Park – Deluxe Room
Day 4 – Floating Villages & Flight to Phnom Penh
Travel to Kampong Khleang on Tonle Sap Lake, where houses on stilts rise dramatically above the water. After lunch, fly to Phnom Penh and transfer to your boutique hotel.
Overnight at Penh House Hotel – Deluxe Room
Day 5 – 6
Day 5 – Phnom Penh’s Past & Present
Gain insight into Cambodia’s history at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum and Cheung Ek Killing Fields. After lunch, tour the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, home to Cambodia’s most sacred treasures. Evening at leisure, with an optional foodie Vespa tour available.
Overnight at Penh House Hotel – Deluxe Room
Day 6 – Into the Mangroves: Phnom Penh to Koh Kong
Travel by road to Koh Kong and transfer by boat to Canvas & Orchids Retreat, a unique floating eco-lodge on the Tatai River. Afternoon free to settle in and enjoy the natural surroundings.
Overnight at Canvas & Orchids Retreat – Floating Tent
Day 7 – 8
Day 7 – Koh Kong at Leisure
A full day to relax or join optional excursions such as mangrove explorations or a riverside “nature spa.”
Overnight at Canvas & Orchids Retreat – Floating Tent
Day 8 – Koh Kong to Sihanoukville & Bamboo Island
Return to Tatai by boat, continue by road to Sihanoukville, and transfer by shared boat to Bamboo Island. Afternoon free to enjoy the beach.
Overnight at Jati Koh Russey Resort – Garden Pavilion
Day 9 – 10
Day 9 – Island Escape
A free day to relax by the turquoise waters and unspoilt beaches of Bamboo Island.
Overnight at Jati Koh Russey Resort – Garden Pavilion
Day 10 – Departure
Boat transfer back to Sihanoukville and private overland transfer to Phnom Penh Airport for your onward flight.
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