Phnom Penh Private Tour

Phnom Penh is a city of ancient temples and palaces. Discover the cultural heritage and history of the Cambodian capital on this private guided tour with an English-speaking guide.

Phnom Penh Private Tour Itinerary

After being picked up from your hotel, you will head to the Royal Palace, the residence of the Cambodian King since the 1860s, showcasing Khmer architecture.

Within the Royal Palace complex, you will visit the Silver Pagoda (entrance fee not included), also known as the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, which houses important national treasures, including a green crystal Buddha and a gold Maitreya Buddha set with over 10,000 diamonds.

The next stop will be the National Museum (entrance fee not included), where you can learn about Phnom Penh's history and view collections of Khmer art. Following this, you will have a break for a typical lunch at a local restaurant.

With renewed energy, you will head to Wat Ounalom, the most important temple in Phnom Penh, consisting of 44 buildings. Here, you can explore the temples and discover an eyebrow hair allegedly belonging to Buddha.

You will then be taken to Wat Phnom (entrance not included), built in 1372 and the tallest religious structure in the city. Finally, you will visit the Russian Market, known for shopping and food stalls.

At the end of your tour, you will be dropped off at your hotel at around 5 pm.

Important information

The entrance fees for monuments and temples are not included in the tour price and should be paid at each monument on the day of the tour.

Dress code

Please ensure to cover your shoulders and knees when entering religious buildings. Bring appropriate clothing.