Angkor Temple and Sunset Viewing - Full-Day Private Tour

Visit the Royal Palace compound build in 1866 by the Predecessors of King Norodom, it is the most conspicuous feature and also one of impressive colorful Khmer-style Palaces.

Nearside the Royal Palace is the Silver Pagoda (The Emerald Buddha temple), displays plenty of Buddha statues that were decorated and made by diamond, emerald, gold and silver. Travelers will proceed to visit Independence Monument which was constructed in 1954 after Cambodian took their country back from French colony, then visit the National Museum, the distinctive red building with a beautiful Khmer architecture was build in 1917 and contains more than 5000 art objects made of sandstone, bronze, silver, copper, wood and others.

This afternoon, we will learn about the dark side of Cambodia – Its more recent turbulent and harrowing history.

Initially you visit the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum (also known as S21), ironically a former school, located in a quiet Phnom Penh suburb, this was the infamous Khmer Rouge prison / torture centre. Once you have gained an initial insight of the brutality of the Khmer Rouge regime you will be driven 15 km from Phnom Penh to visit the ‘Killing Fields’. This is where Toul Sleng prisoners were forcibly marched and then executed; it is now a memorial site located in a beautiful tranquil setting.

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Itinerary

Morning: Royal Splendor and National Heritage

8:00 AM: Pick-up from your hotel.

8:30 AM: Visit the Royal Palace, a stunning example of Khmer architecture with vibrant colors.

9:30 AM: Explore the Silver Pagoda, marveling at its exquisite Buddha statues adorned with precious gems.

10:30 AM: Visit the Independence Monument, a symbol of Cambodia's freedom.

11:30 AM: Explore the National Museum, home to an impressive collection of Khmer art and artifacts.

Afternoon: Dark Chapter of Cambodia's History

1:00 PM: Lunch (own expense)

2:00 PM: Visit the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school turned into a Khmer Rouge prison.

4:00 PM: Visit the Killing Fields, a memorial site for the victims of the Khmer Rouge regime.

4:00 PM: Return to your hotel.