Day Trips & Excursions in Phnom Penh

Spend the day learning about Phnom Penh's past and present. Delve into the region's dark history and how it has shaped into the Cambodia of today. Visit somber locations made infamous by the Khmer Rouge and learn about the current politics that continue to move this country. Then, get out of the capital to visit an island on the Mekong, where you'll experience the local way of life along the river.

Enjoy a quiet retreat from the city on this private 6-hour tour from Phnom Penh to Koh Dach, a tiny island marooned on the Mekong River. After a scenic 1.5-hour ferry cruise, get a taste of island life as you meet with monks at the Wat Chung Koh temple and tuck into a typical Khmer lunch (included). Finally, discover the island's famous hand-loomed silks and visit the artisan workshops to try your hand at spinning silk.

Visit Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Center on a full-day tour from Phenom Penh that's a refreshing break from the city heat. You'll have the chance to hand-feed elephants and meet rescued animals, and this tour gets you exclusive access to areas normally closed to the public, including the tiger dens and baby animal nursery.

Spend a full day on a private tour of Phnom Penh City, including a stop at the Silver Pagoda, and bare witness to the architecture and culture of Cambodia's rich traditions. Spend the morning at the Silver Pagoda and National Museum before enjoying a savory Cambodian lunch. Then pay a visit to Tuol Sleng Museum, where you'll learn about the Pol Pot and Khmer Rouge regime.