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Phnom Penh History: Explore Khmer Rouge Sites
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Phnom Penh
Experience a personalized city tour in Phnom Penh with a private guide. Choose your preferred locations and enjoy a customized tour filled with fascinating stories and English-speaking guide.
Experience a personalized city tour in Phnom Penh with a private guide. Choose your preferred locations and enjoy a customized tour filled with fascinating stories and English-speaking guide.
Duration:
9 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Wat Phnom - Discover the history and explore the actual mountainous pagoda that inspired the name and location of the capital city.
- Wat Ounalom - Established in the 15th century, this is one of the city’s oldest pagodas, renowned for its association with the Buddha’s eyebrow.
- Royal Palace - Capture stunning photos of vibrant Khmer…
- Wat Phnom - Discover the history and explore the actual mountainous pagoda that inspired the name and location of the capital city.
- Wat Ounalom - Established in the 15th century, this is one of the city’s oldest pagodas, renowned for its association with the Buddha’s eyebrow.
- Royal Palace - Capture stunning photos of vibrant Khmer architectural buildings within the Royal Palace complex, and view the royal throne and the official residence of His Majesty and the Queen.
- Statue of King Father Norodom Sihanouk - Across the street lies another beautifully decorated park. The bronze statue, erected in 2013, honors the esteemed former King Father Norodom Sihanouk.
- Independence Monument - A short two-minute walk from the king’s statue leads to a lotus bud-shaped monument standing proudly in the center of a roundabout. Built in 1962, it commemorates Cambodia’s independence from France in 1953.
- Koh Pich City Hall - Once a swamp land with a small fishing community, the area was developed after 2004 and now serves as a business hub and residence for the affluent.
- Choeung Ek Genocidal Center - Formerly a local Chinese cemetery, it became a site of mass executions during the Pol Pot regime. A tour guide will provide detailed insights.
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum - Originally a high school, this site was converted into the largest prison by Khmer Rouge leaders to eliminate perceived traitors. A tour guide will offer more information.
- Russian Market - Initially run by locals, the market gained popularity among foreigners in the 1980s, particularly Russians, hence its name. It’s ideal for bargain hunters seeking reasonable prices on clothes, shoes, souvenirs, and electronics.
What's Included
- Experienced official tour guide
- Air-conditioned mini van with experienced driver
- Bottled water and coke
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
- Experienced official tour guide
- Air-conditioned mini van with experienced driver
- Bottled water and coke
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Choeung Ek Genocidal Centre (Killing Fields) Entrance USD 3/pp
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum Entrance fee USD 5/pp
- Wat Phnom Entrance fee USD 1/pp
- Audio guide players
- Meals and drinks
- Choeung Ek Genocidal Centre (Killing Fields) Entrance USD 3/pp
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum Entrance fee USD 5/pp
- Wat Phnom Entrance fee USD 1/pp
- Audio guide players
- Meals and drinks
Additional Information
Begin your day by visiting notable historical landmarks such as Wat Phnom, Ounaloam Pagoda, the Royal Palace, various monuments, and Diamond Island (Settlise City). During breaks, savor traditional cuisine for a delightful culinary experience. In the afternoon, delve into the somber history of Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge era at the Toul Sleng Genocidal…
Begin your day by visiting notable historical landmarks such as Wat Phnom, Ounaloam Pagoda, the Royal Palace, various monuments, and Diamond Island (Settlise City). During breaks, savor traditional cuisine for a delightful culinary experience. In the afternoon, delve into the somber history of Cambodia’s Khmer Rouge era at the Toul Sleng Genocidal Museum (S21) and the Killing Fields. Upon returning to the city center, explore a market to discover renowned local products. Opt for this tour to enjoy a comfortable journey in an air-conditioned van exclusively for your group. The tour is led by Sina, who will guide you at each location. With his expertise and insights, you will depart Phnom Penh with a deeper understanding and appreciation of the city’s culture and history.
Location
Wat Phnom
Street 96, Norodom Blvd
Cancellation Policy
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.
Customer Ratings
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(65 Ratings)
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Joansie57
Oct 16, 2024
An amazing tour! - What an excellent tour from start to finish! Naro was such a knowledgeable, friendly and witty guide. It was his son's birthday that day but he ensured we didn't feel rushed and made time to answer all our questions. Mr Song, our driver, had a smile on his face throughout. Thank you so much for a memorable tour 😊
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Sharon
Oct 15, 2024
Excellent tour - A great way to take in the most interesting sites in Phnom penh. From the splendour of the Royal Palace and the pagodas to the moving and thought provoking visit to the Killing Fields and notorious prison our guide was excellent, with a wide range of knowledge and giving a personal insight into the events of the past. If you are visiting Phnom Penh go on this tour.
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Bligey2014
Oct 14, 2024
Don’t miss this tour! - Amazing tour, which was made even better by our guide, Fresh, who took over due to unforeseen circumstances(thanks for sorting Sina). Learnt a lot about Cambodia’s tragic recent history, thank you Fresh for sharing. The Royal Palace and Pagodas are breathtaking and we had a delicious lunch in the Russian market. A great day.
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Brice
Sep 28, 2024
Complete and really interesting tour of Phnom Penh - The whole day was truly interesting. We went to see all the main tourist spots in Phnom Penh and Sina had plenty of historical facts to share. I highly recommend if you're staying for a really short period in Phnom Penh. I requested to do the tour in tuktuk instead of a bus which was really nice. Sina is really nice and speaks very good English
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Simone_s
Aug 29, 2024
The only way to tour Phnom Penh - Cina, what an incredible day! Your knowledge, experience and explanation of your countires history was refreshing. Thank you for taking us around Phnom Penh's attractions; pagodas, killing fields, palace, S21, and even a spot of shopping in a local market. Definitely the only way to tour the city!
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Ashleighm784
Aug 12, 2024
Excellent guide - Excellent guide, Sine. He showed us everything and explained / answered all of our questions. He was very considerate around our welfare.
We saw everything that we wanted to see and had a great day. Would highly recommend 👌
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Meridian_m
Aug 2, 2024
Fun and Informative! - Mr. Sina is truly the best! Grounded, full of knowledge, and deeply kind, his tour is a wonderful way to introduce yourself to Cambodian life and history.
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Lakisha_c
Jul 15, 2024
Sisters in Cambodia - Exploring the vibrant city of Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia with Sina who was incredible. We embarked on an unforgettable adventure, discovering the heart of this culturally rich country. From the back of a tuk-tuk, we experienced the bustling streets and hidden gems of this city.
We visited the Killing Fields and the Genocide Museum, where we learned about the harrowing history of the Khmer Rouge era. It was a moving experience, reminding us of the strength and resilience of the Cambodian people. We also went to the Royal Palace, with its rich history and stunning architecture, which left us in awe of its beauty. Lastly, we visited Wat Phnom, a historic Buddhist temple founded by Lady Penh. The temple provided a peaceful retreat and a glimpse into the spiritual traditions that have shaped Cambodia for centuries.
This was an amazing tour, so don’t walk run and book this tour!
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Ther118
Jul 5, 2024
Sina is awesome! - Best English speaking drive and guide in the area. Sina was very accommodating, friendly, and knowledgeable. He took us on fantastic excursions every day of our dream vacation! Sina made our trip to Cambodia the most memorable time imaginable!!!! Thank you, Sina!!!!
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Josephkp9625vs
Jul 4, 2024
Amazing tour guide and wonderful driver! - Sina is amazing! He is so kind and trustworthy. He won't try to swindle any "extra" or "hidden" fees on you. His English is amazing so if you don't speak the language, no problem! He has a tuk tuk for the Cambodian experience or a lovely van if you wish to travel with a bit more comfort like AC. Some people wish for the comfort and security while traveling, but I encourage you to try out the full Cambodian experience on tuk tuk. His tuk tuk is one of the larger ones so space won't be too bad. I'm 6'3 and my friend is 6'5. We both were able to fit in the tuk tuk. Sina will also book custom trips outside of what is advertised, so if you need a driver for something not advertised, use him! He is great and I always call him on WhatsApp when I am in country for all my driving needs!
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