Phnom Penh Heritage and History Tour

Central Market and Mekong Riverfront – Experience local life at the bustling market and picturesque riverside.

Killing Fields of Choeung Ek – Visit the execution grounds with a stupa of 8,000 human skulls, honoring the victims.

Mekong and Tonle Sap Rivers – Explore Cambodia's capital set at the intersection of two major rivers.

Royal Palace – Visit to the grand residence of the Cambodian monarchy.

Silver Pagoda – Admire the stunning temple adorned with silver tiles within the Royal Palace complex.

Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) – Guided tour of the former Khmer Rouge torture center, uncovering Cambodia's tragic history.

Wat Phnom – Visit the iconic hilltop temple, steeped in local myths and legends.

Highlight

Tuol Sleng Museum (S-21): Visit the chilling museum dedicated to the victims of the Khmer Rouge.
Killing Fields of Choeng Ek: Reflect on the tragic history of Phnom Penh at this sobering site

Intinerary

Sua s’dei! Welcome to Cambodia!

Cambodia’s capital city is set on a major junction of the Mekong and Tonle Sap rivers and boasts some fine examples of French-inspired architecture. Let’s begin your journey today by confronting Cambodia’s tragic past on a guided tour of the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21), a former school that served as a Khmer Rouge torture center. It’s estimated that more than 20,000 people were held and tortured here. You’ll also head out to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, where a stupa made up of some 8000 human skulls marks the execution ground for the torture victims of Tuol Sleng. Afterwards, you may wish to learn about a brighter period in Cambodian history from an optional visit to the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Wat Phnom, shrouded in myth, is equally worth a visit, as is the National Museum with its excellent Khmer collection. Cyclo tours around the city are a great alternative to walking and generally include the Central Market, US Embassy, Wat Phnom, Mekong riverfront, the Independence Monument and Royal Palace.

Optional Activities:

Phnom Penh – Cyclo tour – USD5
Phnom Penh – Royal Palace & Silver Pagoda – USD10
Phnom Penh – National Museum – USD10

Includes & Excludes

Experienced English Speaking Tour Guide
Private air-con vehicle
The Killing Fields of Choeung Ek entrance fee
Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) entrance fe
Mineral Water
Pickup and drop off from the hotel

Lunch
Optional activities

Important Info

Additional Info:

The dress code is casual but shoulders and knees must be covered inside temples
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
No wheelchair accessible

Terms & Conditions

Journey Cambodia’s Terms & Conditions

Cancel Policy:

Full refunds are available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.
Cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows will not be refunded.
Any amendments must be communicated at least 24 hours in advance.
Refunds will be processed within 7 business days.

From

$29

Phnom Penh, after years of violence and terror is a city reinventing itself. Many parts of the city are testament to its French colonial past while the recently developed riverfront is proof of its future.