If you'd rather not include the Phnom Penh City Tour or include a 2nd tour below is a suggestion that can be included within your holiday.
Silk Island Cycle Tour (Private) - Extra £47
This combines a short boat ride down the Mekong with 25kms easy cycling with private guide around an island that's famous for its silk production and weaving.
This morning join your guide on the Silk Island Tour. This half day tour takes you by boat an hour along the Mekong River to Koh Dach, one of numerous islands that stud the river. Koh Dach is flat with sandy roads / paths that are ideally explored on a gentle guided bike tour. Your guide will take you on a journey around island to explore a rural idyll where few other tourists venture, passing small villages and family run silk weaving enterprises. You will have time to see how people live and stop along the way; just be ready to say “hello” to every child you meet! A relaxed day interacting with local people in a beautiful location whilst enjoying a boat ride along the river. Ride back on the boat and in the city in time for lunch.
Mekong River Sunset Cruise -Extra £22
This short cruise (1.5 hours) is easy to add to either night and includes return hotel transfers.
Board a charming river boat and prepare to take in the sights of local life along the Mekong River. Watch village women carry out their household chores as children splash happily alongside them. Look out for diminutive fishing boats and the sight of fishermen hauling in their nets after a long day on the river. Watch as the sun sets over the city and the sky lights up with vibrant colours making for a perfect backdrop for a spot of sightseeing taking in the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and Wat Ounalom. An easy and atmospheric way to see the sights of Phnom Penh away from the crowds.
Evening Street Eats and Market Tour (Private) - Extra £32
Again easily added to either night, your private guide will take you to explore Phnom Penh's street food, markets and city centre life.
Embark on a culinary adventure through the centre of Phnom Penh on this evening foodie tour. Dive into the bustling atmosphere at a local market. Renowned for its street food, taste some of the specialties on offer, including fruit, cakes and, for the very brave-hearted, even crispy crickets and spiders!
After this introduction to Cambodia’s varied cuisine, take a short walk and stroll past the Independence Monument. Standing tall in the middle of the city’s main roundabout, this Angkor-inspired tower was erected to commemorate Cambodia’s independence from France. At night, it is lit in the colours of the flag - blue, red and white - making for an impressive sight as the sun goes down. East of the monument, stop at the memorial of King Norodom Sihanouk, a bronze statue housed in a large golden stupa. Regarded as a national hero, he led the country to independence.
Time to sit back and relax over a traditional Khmer-style barbecue. This popular dish is served as a hot pot attached to a grill on which delicious strips of fish and meat sizzle whilst an assortment of vegetables cook in an accompanying steaming broth. Complete with a couple of local beers as well as desserts to round off the meal, this foodie tour is an authentic experience of this country’s unique cuisine.