- 11-20 February 2026
- 9 Nights/ 10 days
- Weather 22 - 33 C
- Fitness - Med 5km per day
- Price Range - $$
- This tour starts in Siem Reap and ends in Phnom Penh
Cambodia Kingdom : Sacred Sites and Social Enterprises
Embark on a journey through Cambodia, a land of ancient wonders and vibrant traditions. Explore the awe-inspiring temples of Angkor, serene landscapes, and bustling local markets. Immerse yourself in the rich cultural and historical tapestry while contributing to impactful community projects focused on sustainable development.
This tour offers a unique opportunity to connect deeply with Cambodia’s heritage and people, visiting communities dedicated to preserving their traditions and fostering positive change. It’s more than a journey—it’s a meaningful adventure that leaves a lasting impact on both travellers and the places they visit.
Trip Highlights
- Visit iconic Angkor Wat sites such as the Royal Palace, Wat Phnom, and the Silver Pagoda
- Engage with the local community at Sonas Farm Homestay
- Cambo Cruise Sunset Dinner Cruise
- Phare, The Cambodian Circus performance
- Lotus Silk Farm Visit
- Tonle Sap Lake boat trip
- Monk blessing at during Homestay visit
- Witness the grandeur of Angkor Wat
- Support local artisans at the Samatoa Artisan Village
- Participate in the Ammo Jewellery Workshop, making beautiful pieces from recycled materials
- Visit the Heartprint Cafe, part of the HOpE Initiative our partner charity
Book your Cambodia Kingdom Tour
- Twinshare – $3275 AUD
- Single Room – $3675 AUD
*FLIGHTS NOT INCLUDED
*Note: All rooms are twin-share during the homestay. Shared rooms and bathrooms with fans, but no air conditioning. This adds to the unique cultural experience.
This tour requires a $500 deposit, followed by two installment payments.
The first installment is due 6 months before the start of the trip.
The second installment is due 75 days prior to departure.
Enjoy guided travel with our Escorted Tours, fully led by a certified, English-speaking guide who will accompany you throughout the journey, sharing their extensive knowledge and passion for the destination.
For groups of eight or more, a Vibrant Women Travel Host will join the tour to provide additional support and ensure a seamless travel experience.
Inclusions
- 9 nights accommodation
- All Breakfast and some lunches & dinners as per itinerary
- Entrance fees a stated in the itinerary
- Workshops as stated in the itinerary
- Professional guides for all tours and activities listed
- Private vehicle transport all throughout activities
- Airport transfer to and from the hotel
- Domestic flight from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
Exclusions
- International Airfares
- Travel Insurance, (which is compulsory)
- Visa on Arrival
- Personal spending such as laundry, souvenirs, and other personal expenses
- We recommend tipping $15 AUD per day per person for our tour guides and drivers, which totals $150 AUD. This does not include tips for spa treatments or restaurant staff.
- Extra night's accommodation
Itinerary
Morning: Arrive in Siem Reap and check into your hotel.
Afternoon: Relax by the pool and enjoy the hotel amenities.
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant.
Meals: N/A
Accommodation – Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (or similar)
Early Morning: Watch the sunrise at Angkor Wat, the iconic temple complex.
Morning: Explore the Angkor Archaeological Park, including Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple. Visit Ta Prohm, the famous “Tomb Raider” temple overgrown with trees.
Free Afternoon: Book spa treatments, go shopping, and relax by the pool at Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (or similar).
Evening: Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant, then attend Phare, The Cambodian Circus for an incredible cultural performance.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (or similar)
Morning: Head to the Samatoa Artisan Village to explore traditional Cambodian crafts and see artisans at work.
Mid-Morning: Visit the Lotus Silk Farm Workshop to learn about the traditional silk-making process and support local artisans.
Afternoon: Take a trip to the Tonle Sap Lake, visit the floating village, and enjoy a boat trip.
Evening: Free night to explore Siem Reap at your leisure.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (or similar)
Morning: Enjoy morning tea at Heartprint Cafe. Heartprint Cafe is part of the HOpE Initiative by Heartprint, which aims to provide training and employment opportunities. The cafe also features a fair-trade store where you can purchase handmade items made by the local community. All profits from the cafe and fair-trade store go back into supporting Heartprint’s ongoing work in Cambodia.
Afternoon: Visit the Apopo Hero Rats to learn about their work in detecting landmines.
Later Afternoon: Attend the Ammo Jewellery Workshop. Learn to make jewellery from recycled bullets and brass cartridges in a hands-on class. The workshop lasts about 1.5 hours.
Evening: Free time to explore Siem Reap’s night markets and enjoy dinner.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (or similar)
Check out from your hotel. Fly to Phnom Penh.
Accommodation: The homestay features two large Khmer wooden houses and seven bungalows, all facing a lily pond and open rice fields. You’ll enjoy beautiful sunsets and a peaceful environment.
Cultural Immersion: Stay with the Meas family, who have been involved in community improvement efforts for generations. You’ll learn about Cambodian culture, cuisine, farming, and business through various workshops.
Sustainable Living: Experience life in a self-contained sustainable ecosystem. Eat fresh, organic farm-to-table meals cooked straight from the open kitchen.
Community Projects: Visit the projects the village is working on and get involved in activities like organic farming, making handmade scarves, soaps, essential oils, and crafts.
Local Experience: Engage with the local community and see firsthand how Cambodian villagers live a simple, peaceful, and productive lifestyle.
It’s a wonderful opportunity to learn, share, and make a lasting impact while enjoying the beauty of rural Cambodia.
Evening: Particpate in a ceremony where you will be blessed by a local monk.
Meals – Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation – Sonas Farm Homestay (Twinshare Basis)
Morning: Participate in various workshops at Sonas Farm, including organic farming, Cambodian cooking, and handmade product making (soaps, scarves, essential oils, etc.).
Afternoon: Continue with workshops and activities at Sonas Farm. Learn about how Prey Theat village is a model village that inspires the cottage industry. It is a self-sustaining village that produces high-quality handcrafted consumer accessories, known for their origin. This practice is intended to create work for the entire village population and spread the idea across Cambodia.
Evening: Free time to relax and enjoy the homestay environment.
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation – Sonas Farm Homestay (Twinshare Basis)
Morning: Participate in soap making, herbal class, and weaving workshops.
Afternoon: Learn about Virgin Coconut oil making and join a Khmer cooking class.
Evening: Free time to relax and enjoy the homestay environment.
Meals – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation – Sonas Farm Homestay (Twinshare Basis)
Morning: Check out from Sonas Farm drive to Phnom Penh stopping at Craft Work on the way to explore and support local artisans, learning about their traditional crafts and handmade products.
Afternoon: Explore the Tuol Sleng S-21 Genocide Museum for a sobering look at Cambodia’s history. Afterwards, visit local markets to shop for souvenirs and experience the vibrant local culture.
Evening: Dinner at a local restaurant and visit Friends & Futures Factory for a unique dining experience.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Accommodation: The Pavilion, Phnom Penh (or similar)
Morning: Visit Wat Phnom, the city’s namesake, and tallest religious structure. Then, tour the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, marvelling at the Khmer architecture and historical artifacts.
Afternoon: An Afternoon of Contemporary and Urban Art in Phnom Penh. There’s been a prominent art scene developing in the Kingdom for the past decade, part of the country’s cultural renaissance. We’ll visit over 40 different murals around the city, as well as our favourite contemporary gallery and Cambodia’s biggest open air gallery.
Evening: Have dinner on the river Cambo Cruise Sunset Dinner Cruise. Enjoy a BBQ dinner, live traditional Khmer music, and a welcome sunset cocktail.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation: The Pavilion, Phnom Penh (or similar)
Morning: Check out is at 11 am. You will be taken to the airport to meet your flight.
Accommodation
Phnom Penh
The Pavilion
The Pavilion is located in the historical center of Phnom Penh, right behind Wat Botum, the Royal Pagoda. The oasis heritage hotel is within walking distance of Cambodia Royal Palace, Phnom Penh National Museum, Riverside with its bustling nightlife and Street 240, a refined yet relaxed shopping area.
Takeo Province
Sonas Farm Homestay
The Homestay offers a true Authentic Cambodian experience by living right on the village premises. Experience life in a self contained sustainable ecosystem. Eat fresh organic farm-to-table meals cooked straight from the open kitchen and see first hand how Cambodian Villagers live a simple, peaceful, productive and fulfilled lifestyle. *Note: All rooms are twin-share during the homestay. Shared rooms and bathrooms with fans, but no air conditioning. This adds to the unique cultural experience.
Siem Reap
Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa
Nestled along the river in the heart of Siem Reap, Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa provides a peaceful pathway to the majestic Angkor Wat. A quiet retreat away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Siem Reap. Located only 15 minutes walking distance from the Old Market and Pub Street.
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Please know that $25 of your booking goes towards supporting our charity Heartprint. Through supporting the relief of poverty, Heartprint also supports obtaining of education and the breaking of child abandonment practices. so THANK YOU!
Frequently Asked Questions
- Up to 75 Days Before Tour Start: A $500 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit will be retained.
- 75 to 45 Days Before Tour Start: 50% of the tour cost, plus the non-refundable, non-transferable deposit, will be forfeited.
- Less Than 45 Days Before Tour Start or No Shows: The entire amount will be retained, as we would have already incurred costs for accommodation, transport, flights, and activities, which cannot be refunded to us.
- After Tour Commencement: No refunds will be issued.
This is why travel insurance is compulsory.
Our rates do not include any kind of travel insurance and each guest must make sure to arrange their own necessary insurance prior arrival to Cambodia We will do everything possible to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. However, all travel involves some degree of risk we strongly recommend that you take out appropriate travel insurance for your adventure.
Your insurance protection should include cover for cancellation, medical, in particular Coronavirus and repatriation expenses, personal injury and accident, death and loss of personal baggage and money and personal liability. Insurance cover offered by credit card companies or reciprocal medical cover agreements are often not comprehensive please check this before travelling. Or contact our preferred Travel Insurance provider CoverMore
How to get Cambodia Visa
You can either apply for an online e-visa https://www.evisa.gov.kh or get a tourist visa on your arrival. Note that the visas are valid for 30 days. Visas on arrival are also available at international airports. Visa fees for tourists are currently $ 30 (subject to change of cost).
Visa on arrival can be obtained at all land borders and at international airports. Follow the steps below:
• Prepare 2 photos which are at the same size as the one on the passport (4 * 6 cm).
• Prepare around $30 USD in cash for stamp fees.
• Review your passport to ensure validity for at least six months
Arrival is the 10th of February 2026 to Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH). You will be met and transferred to the hotel.
Departure is from Siem Reap International Airport.
We’re sorry, but we’re unable to accommodate complex dietary issues on our tours. If you can manage your dietary needs independently, that’s perfectly fine. However, we cannot assume responsibility for guests’ health and wellbeing regarding food in foreign countries, as sometimes there can be misunderstandings due to language barriers. We hope you understand that our primary concern is to ensure that none of our guests become unwell while traveling with us.
Thank you for your understanding.
This tour requires a $500 non-refundable, non-transferrable deposit. Once you have secured your booking, you will receive a welcome email with all the details for the trip.
Our tours are designed to provide a rich and immersive experience, which includes walking tours on some days. Participants will encounter uneven footpaths, stairs, and other elements that require good mobility. Therefore, we recommend that women joining our tours have a medium level of fitness. You should be able to walk up to 7km a day to fully enjoy all the activities and explore the beautiful destinations with ease.
To ensure a safe and healthy journey, it’s important to be up-to-date with your vaccinations. We recommend consulting with a healthcare professional or visiting a travel health clinic for personalised advice based on your travel itinerary. For comprehensive information on required and recommended vaccinations, please visit Travel Doctor. They provide expert guidance to help you stay protected while exploring the world.
**Preparation notes for your trip are available in your trip dashboard and can be accessed once you register.
