On arrival in Siem Reap or Phnom Penh International airport, you will be met by an English-speaking representative and transfer 45 minutes to your hotel. Please note: Early check in is not included. If your flight arrives in the morning and you wish to arrange this, please speak to your reservations consultant. An informal Welcome Dinner will be held on Day 1. If you miss this due to your arrival time, all information will be provided to you at breakfast the following morning. Additional night's before and after your tour can be arranged.

The UNESCO-managed Angkor complex boasts over 1,000 temples, and was the seat of the colossal Khmer Empire from the 9th to the 14th centuries. We spend the morning at the city of Angkor Thom, built by Jayavarman VII during his restoration of the Angkorian Empire in the late 12th century. Here, sights include the enigmatic Bayon, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. One of the most evocative ruins here is to the monastery temple of Ta Prohm, enveloped in a labyrinth of jungle just outside Angkor Thom. Enjoy lunch before devoting the afternoon to the fascinating and awe-inspiring temple complex of Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. It predates the city of Angkor Thom, and is considered to be Cambodia’s spiritual heart. Later, return to Angkor Thom to enjoy the sunset from its moat, with a refreshing drink in hand.

Join a morning cooking class at an organic farm. Pick up supplies at the local market, then head to the farm to pick some organic ingredients. Your chef will guide you in creating a traditional Khmer lunch. This afternoon, visit Golden Silk Pheach, a local NGO. This Cambodian silk farm is bringing the centuries-old tradition of hand-woven Khmer silk production back to life while providing skilled work to locals. Continue to Banteay Srei, a 10th-century temple famous for its pink sandstone architecture and astonishingly fine carving. This evening, after an early dinner, watch a rollicking performance by graduates of the PHARE Cambodian Circus. This NGO which transforms the lives of disadvantaged youths through vocational arts training.

Enjoy a morning cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting a local village and observing the way of life of these lake communities. The exact village visited will depend on water levels at the time of your visit. Return to Siem Reap for an afternoon at leisure. This evening, sit down to dinner with an Apsara dance show.

Journey approximately 3 hours west to Battambang, Cambodia's lesser-known city. With a population of less than 120,000, Battambang is a laidback city nestled on a bend of the Sangkae River and surrounded by attractive countryside. Admire the colonial architecture of the city on an introductory tour, then enjoy some time at leisure before dinner.

Climb to the top of Phnom Banan to reach the Prasat Banan Temple and admire the breathtaking view. Return to the town and walk through the charming village of Wat Kor with its 20 heritage houses dating back to the early 20th century. This afternoon, visit Cambodian families in the countryside, who produce local products such as rice paper, dried bananas, and rice wine, made in the same way they have been for generations. You will have the chance to learn, interact with local people, taste local products, and support local families at the same time. This evening, we head to the hill of Phnom Sampov to witness an unforgettable sight: Sampov's colony hundreds of thousands of bats, streaming out of the mountainside out into the night. Please be assured that the bats are at a safe distance, are accustomed to tourists and will not approach you.

Spend the day driving south to Phnom Penh, stopping en route for lunch and - if you choose - to climb the many steps to the summit of Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital. On arrival in Phnom Penh, any further time before dinner is at leisure. The total driving time today will be around 6 hours through the countryside.

Enjoy a morning walking tour of Phnom Penh, a European-esque city of airy boulevards and French architecture, seeing its monuments and impressive buildings. Though scars of the city's tumultuous past remain, this vibrant city has been engulfed with a lively energy. After lunch, visit the Royal Palace, dating from the late nineteenth century and still the king's official residence.

Reflect on the history of the country with visits to the Tuol Sleng Museum and to the Killing Fields, where you will learn about the suffering of the Khmer people under the brutal Khmer Rouge regime of the 1970s. The visit to the Tuol Sleng Museum involves 1 hour on foot. This museum is also the site of the former S21 prison used by the Khmer Rouge, and commemorates the atrocities that occurred here during the regime of Pol Pot. The transfer south-west to the Killing Field orchards will take approximately half an hour. These visits are educational, and deeply important to the Cambodians, but both sites can be confronting and emotional; you will be given time to explore on your own. There is a film shown at the Killing Fields, which is not required viewing, but you may be asked to remove your shoes before entering the film room. Be aware that the memorial stupa contains victims' skulls, which are visible; it can be avoided if you prefer. Return to Phnom Penh, where the afternoon is at leisure. This evening, enjoy a visit to a local sky bar. Enjoy views of the city as night settles in, and perhaps consider how this invigorating capital is moving forward to a brighter future.

Head south, driving 2-3 hours through the countryside to the beach town of Kampot. Stop en route at Tonle Bati before travelling to a pepper farm to learn about the renowned Kampot pepper. Look out for salt fields en route to the city centre. On arrival in Kampot, enjoy an introductory walking tour of this relaxed coastal town.

Enjoy a trip along the coast to the beach town of Kep, starting with lunch at the sailing club. Enjoy a couple of hours at leisure to relax and explore Kep, perhaps stopping at the local seafood market or small beach, before returning to Kampot. Driving time is approximately 45 minutes each way.

Return to Phnom Penh, pausing en route at the former French hill station of Bokor. Relax in Phnom Penh this afternoon, before a laidback farewell dinner cruise on the Mekong River.

Any time before your flight is at leisure and breakfast will be included. You will be transferred from your hotel to Phnom Penh International Airport, according to the departure time of your international flight. Late check-out is not included. Additional night's before and after your tour can be arranged.