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Cruise and Boat Tours
Guided Tours
Overview
- Travel the Mekong island by boat, and checkout the locals way of fishing and agriculture in this 4 hour tour.
- Learn how to weave silk and sample Khmer snacks and fruits.
- Take in Phnom Penh?s Khmer and French colonial architecture view from your seat on the boat.
Description
Here's a quick info snippet for the trivia-junkies: Phnom Penh is not just Cambodia's capital, but is also the largest city, alongside being the nation's centre for cultural heritage, security, diplomacy, industrial and economic activities.
So start off your tour on a moto-remork (Cambodian tuk tuk), as you head out of Phnom Penh and past the Japanese Friendship Bridge. From there, you'll board a vehicle ferry across the mighty Mekong River to Mekong Island, renown for silk weaving, agriculture and aquaculture. Stop to admire the silk weavers at work, give it a try yourself and take this opportunity to purchase silk products.
Next up on this Phnom Penh tour, is exploring Buddhist temples and observing the simple life of its locals. Did you know that 85% of locals sustain a livelihood agriculture or aquaculture? So a glimpse of rice, morning glory, fruit fields, makes for an authentic and holistic cultural experience for you. In addition, you'll also get to see the Vietnamese village and its fishing boats, floating fish farms, and Catholic Churches.
The last part of your tour is trading the moto-remork for a boat, to catch the sunset at the junction of Tonle Bassac, Tonle Sap. Take in breath taking sceneries like the distinctive architectures of Wat Ounalom and the Royal Palace, before journeying back to your hotel.
*Pick-up and drop-off at centrally located hotels in Phnom Penh.
Pick up time start from 14:00 to 14:30
Included: local English speaking guide, transportation via tuk tuk, vehicle barge, local boat with life jackets, Khmer snacks.
Children below the age of 6 are not permitted on this tour.
Amenities
Meal included
Kids friendly
Senior friendly
Phnom Penh
Phnom Penh is rightfully ranked as one of the most beautiful cities in SE Asia, known for the visual splendor of its religious sites and rich well-preserved heritage. Nestled on the banks of the Mekong River, it boasts of many restaurants, heritage sites and museums that can pique the interest of a discerning traveler. Once the 'Pearl of Asia', Phnom Penh's shine was tarnished by the impact of the war and revolution. But, the city has since risen from the ashes to take its place among the hip capitals of Asia, with a charming cafe culture, bustling bars and world-class food scene. Phnom Penh International Airport is the largest in Cambodia and is well connected.
- Capital city as well as the largest city of Cambodia
- Cambodia's economic and industrial centre
- Was previously known as the "Pearl of Asia"
- Situated on the banks of the Mekong river
- Many historical sites and attractions including the Killing Fields
- Some of Cambodia's most popular restaurants
- Well known for adventure sports
- Shopping paradise
