Immerse yourself in the local village lifestyle and discover the art of silk weaving on this Mekong Island Tuk Tuk Tour. Explore the bustling local market, visit a bean curt production business, and witness the vibrant farmland. End the tour with a visit to a silk weaving workshop and a Buddha temple to learn about Cambodian religion.
Immerse yourself in the local village lifestyle and discover the art of silk weaving on this Mekong Island Tuk Tuk Tour. Explore the bustling local market, visit a bean curt production business, and witness the vibrant farmland. End the tour with a visit to a silk weaving workshop and a Buddha temple to learn about Cambodian religion.
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Phsar Areyksat - The tour kicks off with an exhilarating ferry ride at the meeting point of the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers. Following this, the journey leads to delightful local villages, where participants can enjoy a leisurely walk to soak in the local lifestyle and explore a bustling wet market.
The tour continues through the verdant…
- Phsar Areyksat - The tour kicks off with an exhilarating ferry ride at the meeting point of the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac rivers. Following this, the journey leads to delightful local villages, where participants can enjoy a leisurely walk to soak in the local lifestyle and explore a bustling wet market.
The tour continues through the verdant countryside, passing by diverse plantations such as mango, banana, corn, and lemongrass farms. After a refreshing pause in a village, the group boards a Tuk Tuk (Romork) to observe the detailed craft of sedge mat weaving, a traditional skill practiced by villagers along the Mekong River.
The adventure proceeds with visits to tranquil paddy fields and scenic lotus farms before reaching a silk weaving workshop, where the artistry and dedication involved in this timeless craft can be admired. This journey beautifully combines culture, nature, and genuine local experiences!
- Mekong Island - Koh Dach - Following a refreshing break and meaningful interactions with local artisans at the silk weaving workshop, the Tuk Tuk adventure continues to Silk Island. Here, participants can explore lush ginger and vegetable farms and visit a local enterprise where bean curd, a key ingredient in Cambodian cuisine such as soups and stir-fried noodles, is made.
As the tour traverses the island, there is a stop at a peaceful Buddha monastery to explore the rich spiritual traditions and learn more about Cambodian religion. To round off the experience, enjoy a delightful lunch or dinner at a local restaurant, savoring authentic flavors. Finally, a scenic ferry ride returns participants to their hotel in Phnom Penh, leaving them with unforgettable memories of this unique cultural journey.
- Ferry crossing fee & contribution to the villager
- Professional English speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Travel by Tuk Tuk (Romork) with experienced driver
- Tropical fruits & lunch or dinner with the locals
- Ferry crossing fee & contribution to the villager
- Professional English speaking guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Travel by Tuk Tuk (Romork) with experienced driver
- Tropical fruits & lunch or dinner with the locals
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
- Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
We explore the local villages on Mekong Island, learning about their lifestyle and the silk weaving that serves as their primary occupation after farming or fishing.
During this Tuk Tuk tour, we also visit the local market, several local businesses that produce bean curd for sale, and farmland where farmers grow ginger, cucumbers, eggplants, lemongrass,…
We explore the local villages on Mekong Island, learning about their lifestyle and the silk weaving that serves as their primary occupation after farming or fishing.
During this Tuk Tuk tour, we also visit the local market, several local businesses that produce bean curd for sale, and farmland where farmers grow ginger, cucumbers, eggplants, lemongrass, corn, bananas, papayas, and mangoes.
In the final part of the tour, we visit a silk weaving workshop to learn about the craft before heading to a Buddha temple to gain insight into Cambodian religion. We then enjoy a local lunch at a floating restaurant with river views and relax in a hammock before returning to Phnom Penh.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
- Dress code is formal
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.