Cambodia Family Holiday
Experience Overview
Steeped in history but young at heart, Cambodia makes for an unbeatable family holiday destination. Impressive museums sit alongside buzzing street markets in the capital Phnom Penh while Battambang blends an old world with small town charm. Explore Siem Reap, the gateway to timeworn temples including the World Heritage-listed Angkor Wat. Learn about every day Khmer life and traditions on guided city tours and take a hands-on cooking class with a local chef. Visit rural villages on a cycling adventure through the surrounding countryside and head to a circus show that will delight the whole family! With a careful blend of included activities and free time, this is a trip perfectly crafted for kids and adult alike.
Highlights
- Take in the sights of Phnom Penh on a fun cyclo tour, visiting some of the city's most historic buildings.
- Share a meal with a local family in Battambang before keeping up with the kids on a cycling adventure through the scenic, rural countryside.
- Get a taste for Cambodian cuisine in a fun hands-on cooking class in Siem Reap, where you’ll get to choose fresh, local ingredients at the market then learn some tips and tricks from a local chef.
- Explore the ancient temples of the Angkor complex – a UNESCO World Heritage-listed archaeological complex and the world's largest religious site.
- Enjoy some family fun and incredible acrobatics at Phare the Cambodian Circus – where those from disadvantaged homes have learned some incredible skills to shock, wow and delight!
Trip Details
Product Code: 2697
Tour Type: Small Group
Accommodation: Moderate
Transport: Private bus,Tuk Tuk (Cambodia Remork)
Guide Language: English
Travel Styles:
Family
Tour Operator:
Intrepid Travel
Supplier Code: TKFB
Starts: Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Finishes: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Duration: 8 days
Departures: Guaranteed
Physical Rating:
Light
Includes
Meals: Breakfasts (7), Lunch (1), Dinner (1)Accommodation: Hotel (7 nights)
Price
Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1,350 ($169 /day)
Itinerary
Sua s'dei! Welcome to Cambodia. Your adventure begins in Phnom Penh with a welcome meeting at 5 pm tonight to meet your local leader the fellow families. If you arrive early, perhaps stroll the streets of Phnom Penh, taking in the interesting French architecture. After, maybe head out for dinner at a local restaurant and try dishes like beef lok lak or fish amok.
Accommodation:
- Bopha Bassac Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
This morning, take a cyclo (bicycle rickshaw) tour of the city to explore some of the historic buildings on the riverfront form a new perspective. Visit the private quarters of the Royal Palace – home to King Sihamoni. This palace is closed off to the public, but you’ll be able to visit the sacred Silver Pagoda that lies within the palace complex. After, you have a free afternoon to explore at your own pace – your leader always has great recommendations on what to do with the family.
Included Activities:
- Phnom Penh - Cyclo tour
- Phnom Penh - Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda
Optional Activities:
- Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) (5 USD)
- Phnom Penh - National Museum (10 USD)
- Phnom Penh - The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek (3 USD)
- Phnom Penh - Wat Phnom (2 USD)
Accommodation:
- Bopha Bassac Boutique Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today is a bit of a travel day as you’ll hop on a private bus to Battambang. Break up the long trip with a visit to the pottery workshop in Kampong Chhnang and learn about the craft of pottery making. Then, continue to Cambodia's second-largest city – Battambang is a riverside town of French elegance, friendly Khmer people and beautifully preserved architecture. When you arrive, you have free time to rest and recharge or head out on an optional tour of the city. Later, you’ll head to a local’s house and be treated to a home-cooked dinner as you get to know your kind hosts.
Included Activities:
- Battambang - Pottery Making Demonstration
Accommodation:
- Classy Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Take a half day tour of the countryside today on two wheels. Jump on your bikes, then pedal through the beautiful surrounds of Battambang. Stop along the way to discover the rural way of life, visiting some small cottage industries. See how sticky rice is cooked in bamboo, watch rice paper making, taste some dried bananas (like the healthy version of a roll up!) and watch a fish paste making demonstration. After, you’ll have the afternoon free to relax by your accommodation’s pool or explore the city at your own pace.
Included Activities:
- Battambang - Rural food by bike tour
Optional Activities:
- Battambang - Phare Ponleu Selpak Centre (12 USD)
Accommodation:
- Classy Hotel or similar (Number of Nights: 1)
Today after breakfast, take your private minivan to Siem Reap – the gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor Archaeological Park. The town itself is worth exploring with day and night markets, Khmer massage and spa treatments and a variety of great cafes and restaurants. After checking into your hotel, you and your family will jump in tuk-tuks to visit the Rokkhak Women Handicraft centre – a business based-sustainable development that connects socially conscious travellers with traditional local crafts. Watch the weavers at work, learn about their craft and try your hand at water hyacinth weaving, using leaves that have been dried and prepared for you by the centre’s expert weavers.
Included Activities:
- Siem Reap - Water Hyacinth weaving class
Accommodation:
- Angkor Holiday Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, head off to explore the remarkable temples of Angkor. You’ll take a guided tour of the complex on a tuk-tuk with a local social enterprise that focuses on providing employment opportunities for women in the community. See the larger-than-life Angkor Wat, the grand Bayon and the jungle-covered Ta Prohm. Some buildings are over a thousand years old from the Khmer Empire – these beauties were known to represent the cosmic world and were set in perfect balance, symmetry and composition. There will be plenty of opportunities to capture the perfect family photo and stop to see the monkeys that gather on the temple ruins. Tonight, head to Phare the Cambodian Circus, sure to be a highlight for the whole family! Coming from vulnerable households, the performers have gained international recognition through their art practices. Like a Cambodian Cirque Du Soleil, modern Khmer tales mix theatre, music, dance, acrobatics, juggling, aerial acts and contortion.
Included Activities:
- Siem Reap - Angkor Temples Guided Tour by TukTuk
- Siem Reap - Phare Circus Ticket
- Siem Reap - One day Angkor Pass
Optional Activities:
- Siem Reap - Angkor Zipline (from) (54 USD)
Accommodation:
- Angkor Holiday Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
Today, your family will discover the secrets behind famous Cambodian cuisines with a hands-on cooking class. First, visit a local morning market to shop for fresh ingredients, then head to the kitchen. Your chef will explain each of the ingredients and help your family prepare a delicious feast for lunch. The afternoon is free for you to enjoy. You might like to visit the exquisite Banteay Srey (Citadel of the Women) temple or Banteay Srei Butterfly Centre, which features a variety of Cambodian butterflies. If travelling with older kids, maybe visit the Landmine Museum, which was set up in 1997 by former-child soldier Aki Ra. The Museum aims to tell the story of landmines in Cambodia and to inspire people to make a difference. Tonight, you’ll have the option to enjoy a final group dinner to celebrate an amazing adventure together.
Included Activities:
- Siem Reap - Cooking Class
Optional Activities:
- Siem Reap - Landmine Museum (5 USD)
- Siem Reap - Banteay Srey Butterfly Center (5 USD)
Accommodation:
- Angkor Holiday Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
After breakfast, there are no activities planned and you’re free to leave at any time. If you would like to explore more of Cambodia, you might like to arrange a trip to the Tonle Sap Lake – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Just speak to your booking agent to organise additional accommodation.
Optional Activities:
- Siem Reap - Chong Kneas Floating Village boat trip (16 USD)
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Intrepid Travel
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Reviews
Amanda - Traveled, April 2024
Our trip in Cambodia was everything I had hoped it would be , Bo our guide was so passionate about showing visitors to his country - Angkor Wat Magical
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/25/2024
Jason - Traveled, March 2024
Our family trip to Cambodia through Intrepid was great. Our tour leader Chesda was engaging, humorous and knowledgeable. The itinerary included activities you just wouldn’t get access to, if travelling alone. Highly recommended. ??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/09/2024
Karen - Traveled, March 2024
We fell in love with Cambodia and highly recommend to anyone to take the time to explore this part of the world. The intrepid tour was a great way to learn about the history, Culture and customs of the Khmer people. Our Tour Leader, Chanchesda was amazing and I felt safe travelling with our teens (19, 17 & 15 years) I love that Intrepid supports local communities.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/19/2024
Poppy - Traveled, March 2024
Absolutely recommend! Perfect tour! We were provided with a great leader Chesda! Learnt so much about the culture and definitely coming back
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/11/2024
Steve - Traveled, March 2024
Our teenager trip to Cambodia was a fantastic experience and will stay with my daughter and I for ever. Our guide Chesda was superb and a huge reason for the great memories we will take from this.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 04/13/2024
Tara - Traveled, December 2023
Can't recommend this trip highly enough. This was our first experience of group tours (and Intrepid) and we were very impressed. We loved the fact it was tailored to teenagers (we have 3), with exactly the right mix of activity and free time. Our guide Dyka and the support crew were outstanding and really made the trip special for all of us. We definitely recommend this tour and won't hesitate to book with Intrepid again.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/14/2024
Amanda - Traveled, December 2023
Wonderful first-time trip with Intrepid. Our trip ran seamlessly, thanks to the efforts of our guide Dyka. The included activities were engaging and our teen appreciated the pool time with new friends at the end of each day. Our whole family had a great time!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/14/2024
Sallie - Traveled, December 2023
Highly recommend this trip. I’m an 82 year old grandmother and spent this trip with my grandchildren and had an absolutely incredible experience. I’m so lucky to be apart of it and will always remember the memories we created and the amazing people we met.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/06/2024
Luisa - Traveled, December 2023
This holiday destination was not on my list but am so happy and fortunate to have come to Cambodia and I have learned so much about this beautiful country, its traditions and its people. I would highly recommend this destination to people. Fila Heng, you made our tour so much more pleasurable because of who you are and the way you conducted yourself. We were all disappointed when the tour was finished. Thankyou Oun Fila Heng ??
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/06/2024
Melissa - Traveled, December 2023
Our Cambodia tour with teenagers was fantastic. Under Fila's expert leadership we saw and learnt more than we otherwise would have. We are the most incredible food and met many locals all whilst feeling safe and cared for by our leader.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/05/2024
Reese - Traveled, December 2023
The trip was a wonderful experience and I have created memories i will never forget. I am a 16-year-old and this tour for teenagers was so enjoyable, highly recommended. Met the most incredible people and created so many friendships including with our amazing tour guide Fila Heng.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/06/2024
Melissa - Traveled, December 2023
Our Cambodia tour with teenagers was fantastic. Under Fila's expert leadership we saw and learnt more than we otherwise would have. We are the most incredible food and met many locals all whilst feeling safe and cared for by our leader.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 01/15/2024
Kris - Traveled, September 2023
Cambodia travelling with teenagers was thoroughly interesting, well organised and fun.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Phoebe - Traveled, September 2023
A wonderful trip with an exceptional tour guide (Mom)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Michelle - Traveled, September 2023
What a wonderful trip. Could not recommend it highly enough. Fabulous inclusions and optional with the best your guide Sreymom. Loved every minute.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Phoebe - Traveled, September 2023
A wonderful trip with an exceptional tour guide (Mom)
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Kris - Traveled, September 2023
Cambodia travelling with teenagers was thoroughly interesting, well organised and fun.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Andrew - Traveled, September 2023
The teenagers trip to Cambodia was excellent. Great for adolescents and adults alike. Two thumbs up!
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Geoff - Traveled, September 2023
Cannot rate the Intrepid trip to Cambodia highly enough. Well run and a fascinating country with warm, friendly people.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/23/2023
Lucas - Traveled, September 2023
A wonderful trip, would highly recommend.
Source: Tour operator Submitted: 09/25/2023
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