cambodia
Cambodia is often overlooked and overshadowed by its neighbors, but despite that it’s an unsung hero of Southeast Asia. A country both blessed by and cursed with its past, Cambodia embodies the future of Asia with its youthful promise and entrepreneurial energy. The country features hard living, welcoming and fun people, a mesmerizing topography and the famous ruins of Angkor – more than an item on a bucket list, but truly something that needs to be experienced, understood and dwelt upon.
cambodia highlights
Our bespoke itineraries, lead guests intuitively towards less-explored destinations – cycling through ruins, meditating amid ancient forests, or cruising to the floating villages.
• Explore Angkor archaeological park, from the majestic temple of Angkor Wat to the stone carvings that testify to an exceptional civilisation.
• Discover the floating villages on the nearly Lake of Tonle Sap which offers insight into the rich culture of the region.
• Enjoy lunch, brunch or cocktails aboard Amansara’s lake boat and discover the varied plant, fish and bird like that help make this vast inland lake one of Cambodia’s most valuable ecosystems.
• Cycle through rice fields dotted with sugar palms and stilted wooden Khmer houses surrounded by fruit trees and overlooked by the Phnom Kulen hills in the distance.
• Receive a water blessing to cleanse your spirit at Wat Athvea, on the outskirts of Siem Reap.
• Early morning and late afternoon walks explore the temples surrounding Angkor Wat, including Ta Prohm, Preah Khan and Bayon.
• Delve deeper into the region’s heritage by visiting lost jungle temples by helicopter, with landings at Banteay Chmar, Koh Ker, and Beng Mealea.
Cambodia
WHEN TO GO
November – May; with the ideal months being Nov to Feb, with the tourist peak season in Dec and Jan.
TIME FRAME
We recommend 2 to 4 days to visit the temple of Siem Reap, and add a day or more to include Phnom Penh.
TIME ZONE
ET + 11 HRS
CURRENCY
RIEL
FLIGHTS
Bangkok, Singapore and Hong Kong are the main hubs used to fly into Cambodia.
hotels we love
Nothing but the best. Browse the hotels that may feature in your bespoke Cambodia itinerary.
amansara
Once a residence for guests of the king, Amansara is a masterpiece of 1960’s New Kmer architecture – an unabashedly modern style. Here, 24 Indo-Chinese-style suites offer private courtyards, and half of them boast private swimming pools. A careful and sensitive restoration brought the building back to its former glory. Click here for more info.
Park hyatt siem reap
A luxury hotel in Siem Reap boasting Khmer and art deco architecture, the hotel features 104 stylish rooms and suites. With a prime location in the heart of the city, the property is an urban oasis of lush greenery, Cambodian art, and exquisite experiences. The location is near the airport, the UNESCO World Heritage site Angkor Wat, and the bustling nightlife on Pub Street. Click here for more info.
Six Senses Krabey Island
Take a speedboat ride from Cambodia’s southern coast to an exotic world all its own — Six Senses Krabey Island. This private, fully sustainable island features 40 free-standing pool villas tucked within the lush jungle. Explore on foot or by golf cart; the shoreline boardwalk leads to a sheltered beach where friendly staff wait with watersports equipment and cool drinks. Practice yoga, paddle a kayak, indulge in a healing spa treatment, and take a sunset cruise around the Gulf of Thailand. Click here for more info.
Song Saa Private Island
Served by direct flights from Siem Reap, Phnom Phenh, Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, and Kuala Lampor, the Cambodian south coast is no longer a remote destination. Estabilishing new standard fro sustainable luuxyr in Cmabodia, this intimate, all-inclusive resort includes jungle, ocean view, and overwater villas. Click here for more info.
experiences we love
We have booked many couples and families on this small luxury cruise ship, all with rave reviews.
AQUA MEKONG
Embark on a cultural odyssey through Cambodia and Vietnam aboard the finest of river cruise ships in Asia
The Aqua Mekong is the ultimate river safari. As the first 5 star luxury cruise ship to travel up and down between the Mekong River in Cambodia and the Mekong Delta in Vietnam, this unique cruise offers a rare opportunity for guests to explore. The vessel’s 20 spacious, air-conditioned suites feature full-length windows that offer spectacular panoramas of the ever-changing Mekong scenery. Get in touch, to start planning your journey today! Click here to browse upcoming sailings.