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Cambodia with Siddhartha Joshi

Temples & Timeless Trails

LED BY

Siddhartha Joshi

TRIP DATES

24 Oct 26 - 30 Oct 26

PRICE PER PERSON

$ 1,275

HISTORY

CULTURE

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Cambodia with Siddhartha Joshi: Temples & Timeless Trails

TRIP DATES

24 Oct 26-30 Oct 26

PRICE PER PERSON

$ 1,275

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About this Jrny

Cambodia unfolds as a vibrant blend of history, culture, and charm, inviting you into its captivating rhythm. This Jrny is led by travel writer and storyteller Siddhartha Joshi.

In Phnom Penh, you dive into the city’s soul—exploring the poignant Tuol Sleng and Killing Fields, marvelling at the Royal Palace and National Museum, and soaking in views from Wat Phnom before a warm welcome dinner sets the tone. Kampong Thom offers a quieter escape as you wander through the ancient Sambor Prei Kuk temples.

Siem Reap brings the magic alive with the floating life of Tonle Sap Lake and the awe of Angkor’s wonders—Ta Prohm entwined in jungle, the intricate faces of Bayon, and the grandeur of Angkor Wat. A visit to Banteay Srei adds delicate artistry, while a lively Phare Circus and farewell dinner create a perfect finale. Step into this Jrny and let Cambodia surprise you at every turn.

Highlights

Explore Phnom Penh, where powerful history and royal grandeur come alive at Tuol Sleng, the Killing Fields, National museum, Wat Phnom pagoda and the Royal Palace.
Visit the atmospheric ruins of Sambor Prei Kuk and the serene waters of Tonle Sap Lake, offering a glimpse into Cambodia’s timeless heritage.
Discover Siem Reap, wandering through the jungle-clad Ta Prohm, admiring the enigmatic faces of Bayon, and witnessing the awe-inspiring Angkor Wat.
Explore the intricate beauty of Banteay Srei before returning to Siem Reap for a vibrant farewell evening with a spectacular dinner and circus performance.

Inclusions

Maestro's Expertise

Meals as per itinerary

Premium Stays

Airport Transfers

Internal Transport

Entrance Fees and Permits

English Speaking Guides

Inclusions

What's Included

Siddhartha's expertise and company guarantees a memorable trip experience

6 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches & 2 Dinners

Stay in Premium 4-5 star hotels (specified in the itinerary or similar)

Arrival and departure airport transfers

Comfortable minivans or coaches for internal transport, depending on group size.

Entrance Fees and permits for all included activities as per itinerary

Local English-speaking guides/experts for all sightseeing

What's Excluded

Additional meals not mentioned in itinerary

Alcoholic beverages

Camera/Video charges during sightseeing

International Flights to & from the trip's start and end point

Personal expenses (Drinks, Laundry etc.)

Tips for guides and drivers

Travel Insurance

Visa Fees (if applicable)

Led by Jrny Maestro

Siddhartha Joshi

A full-time traveller who's always on the lookout for his next adventure

4 Jrnys

Overview

Dates

24/10/26 - 30/10/26

Suggested Ages

Min 12

Duration

7 Days

Activity level

Moderate

Price per person

$ 1,275

Travel Style

premium

Maximum Group size

Itinerary

Sat 24 Oct

Arrival in Phnom Penh

Sun 25 Oct

A Day in Phnom Penh

Mon 26 Oct

Phnom Penh - Kampong Thom

Tue 27 Oct

Kampong Thom - Siem Reap

Wed 28 Oct

A Day in Siem Reap

Thu 29 Oct

Another Day in Siem Reap

Fri 30 Oct

Siem Reap - Departure

Stay

CHECK IN 24 Oct

2 N

CHECK OUT 26 Oct

Anik Palace Hotel

Phnom Penh

CHECK IN 26 Oct

1 N

CHECK OUT 27 Oct

Glorious Hotel & Spa

Kampong Thom

CHECK IN 27 Oct

3 N

CHECK OUT 30 Oct

Lotus Blanc Resort

Siem Reap

Your Daily Itinerary

Sat 24 Oct

Arrival in Phnom Penh

Arrive in Phnom Penh and meet your guide for a smooth transfer to the hotel. Settle in and take a moment to absorb the city’s lively rhythm and warm atmosphere. As evening falls, step out for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Savour authentic flavours, soak in the ambience, and ease into the journey while experiencing the charm of Cambodia’s vibrant capital.

Meals Included: Welcome Dinner

Activities

Meet and Greet in Phnom Penh

12:00 - 15:00

Arrive at Phnom Penh International Airport (Airport Code: PNH) . Once you pass immigration, retrieve your luggage and clear customs, please look for JrnyOn representative holding a placard with the JrnyOn logo. Proceed to your hotel in a pre-arranged transfer vehicle.

Welcome Dinner in local restaurant

19:00 - 21:00

Settle into Phnom Penh. Enjoy a welcome dinner at a charming local restaurant.

Sun 25 Oct

A Day in Phnom Penh

Begin the day with breakfast before delving into Phnom Penh’s poignant history. Visit Tuol Sleng Prison (S-21), a haunting reminder of the Khmer Rouge era, then continue to the Killing Fields at Choeung Ek, where quiet paths and memorials invite reflection. Pause for lunch at a local restaurant, savouring authentic Cambodian flavours.

Step into the grandeur of the Royal Palace, where intricate Khmer architecture and gilded details captivate the eye. Continue to the National Museum, home to an exceptional collection of ancient artefacts and sculptures that reveal the country’s rich cultural heritage.

End the day at the hilltop pagoda of Wat Phnom. Climb the gentle steps, take in the serene surroundings, and absorb sweeping views as the city slowly unwinds around you.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Activities

Tuol Sleng Prison and Killing Fields

08:00 - 12:00

Step into Tuol Sleng (S-21), confront stark history, and reflect. Continue to Choeung Ek Killing Fields; walk the grounds, observe memorials, and absorb the silence of a deeply moving past.

Lunch at a local restaurant in Phnom Penh

12:00 - 13:00

Enjoy lunch at a local Phnom Penh restaurant; savour flavours and soak in the city's charm.

The Royal Palace Phnom Penh

13:00 - 14:30

Step into the Royal Palace, admire glittering spires and ornate halls. Wander through manicured gardens; you take in Khmer artistry, sacred shrines, and the elegance of Cambodia’s royal heritage.

The National Museum Phnom Penh

14:30 - 16:00

Step into Cambodia’s largest cultural treasure. Discover Khmer art, intricate sculptures, and serene courtyards. You wander through history, absorbing stories of Angkor and beyond in a tranquil setting.

Continue to hilltop pagoda of Wat Phnom

16:00 - 17:30

Continue to the hilltop pagoda of Wat Phnom, set amid leafy grounds. Climb the steps, pause at shrines, and take in the calm. You soak in quiet views as incense drifts and local life gently unfolds.

Mon 26 Oct

Phnom Penh - Kampong Thom

Begin the morning with breakfast before setting out from Phnom Penh into the Cambodian countryside. Travel past lush rice fields and quiet villages, where daily life unfolds at an unhurried pace. Take in scenes of traditional wooden homes, grazing cattle, and roadside markets as the journey leads towards Kampong Thom.

Arrive at Sambor Prei Kuk, one of Cambodia’s most significant pre-Angkorian temple complexes and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Step into a serene forest setting where ancient brick towers stand scattered among towering trees. Wander along shaded paths, observe intricate carvings, and feel the quiet mystique of a site that predates Angkor itself.

Pause for lunch at a local restaurant, sampling regional flavours in a relaxed setting. Continue onwards in the afternoon and head straight to the hotel. Check in and ease into the evening at leisure. Unwind by the pool, letting the calm surroundings and gentle rhythm of the day settle in.

Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch

Activities

Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom

09:00 - 12:00

Depart Phnom Penh; travel through countryside, pass villages, and experience rural Kampong province.

Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 165 kms / 102.52 miles

Sambor Prei Kuk temple

12:00 - 14:00

Visit Sambor Prei Kuk temple, one of the most important pre-angkorian sites in Cambodia, which is now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Lunch at local restaurant in Kampong Thom

14:00 - 15:00

Pause in Kampong Thom, savour local flavours at a cosy restaurant, and enjoy a relaxed lunch.

Tue 27 Oct

Kampong Thom - Siem Reap

Begin the day with breakfast in Kampong Thom, then continue the journey towards Siem Reap through Cambodia’s ever-changing countryside. Pause along the way at a small yet lively local market near Tonlé Sap, where daily life unfolds in colourful stalls and friendly exchanges. Take in the atmosphere, notice the fresh produce, and observe the rhythm of local trade.

Hop onto a traditional wooden boat and glide through a narrow canal that gradually opens onto the vast waters of Tonlé Sap Lake. Watch stilted homes, fishing boats, and floating scenes of everyday life pass by as the landscape reveals the character of the lake and its communities. Let the calm surroundings and gentle movement of the water shape the experience.

Continue onwards to Siem Reap and arrive at the hotel for check-in. Settle in, unwind, and enjoy a relaxed evening, easing into the vibrant gateway city of Angkor.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Activities

Kampong Thom to Siem Reap

09:00 - 11:00

Travel from Kampong Thom to Siem Reap; enjoy scenic countryside, arrive refreshed and ready.

Duration: 3 hours
Distance: 147 kms / 91.34 miles

Visit Tonle Sap Lake

11:00 - 15:00

Pause at a lively local market en route to Tonle Sap. Soak in colours and daily rhythms. Hop onto a wooden boat; you glide through narrow canals, drifting gently towards the vast lake beyond. Gain a better understanding of the local lifestyle. This is a unique opportunity to gain firsthand experience of the way of life of the local people

Wed 28 Oct

A Day in Siem Reap

Begin the morning with a visit to Ta Prohm, where ancient stone walls intertwine with towering tree roots, creating an atmosphere both haunting and mesmerising. Recognise the temple made famous by the film Tomb Raider, yet feel its deeper charm in the quiet corners reclaimed by nature. Continue to Angkor Thom and step into the grandeur of the Terrace of the Elephants and the Royal Palace enclosure, where echoes of the Khmer Empire still linger.

Stroll through the lower galleries of Bayon, studying intricate carvings that depict everyday life from centuries past. Pause and observe the iconic towers adorned with serene Buddha faces, gazing silently over the jungle. Let the stillness sink in as history unfolds around you.

Return to the hotel for a relaxed break, with time to enjoy lunch at leisure. In the afternoon, explore the magnificent Angkor Wat, a 12th-century masterpiece built by King Suryavarman II. Walk along its vast corridors, admire detailed bas-reliefs, and take in the scale of one of the world’s greatest temple complexes.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Activities

Visit Ta Prohm temple

07:30 - 09:00

Step into Ta Prohm, where jungle roots entwine ancient stone. Wander its crumbling corridors; you feel the mystery of the temple made famous by Angelina Jolie in Tomb Raider.

The Terrace of The Elephants

09:00 - 11:00

Continue to Angkor Thom; explore the Terrace of the Elephants and step into the Royal Palace enclosure. Admire intricate carvings, wander through grand ruins, and feel the echoes of a once-mighty empire.

Carvings of Bayon

11:00 - 13:00

Stroll through the lower galleries of Bayon, where intricate carvings reveal vivid scenes of life from the late 11th century. Pause outside the temple, find a quiet corner, and take in the 54 serene towers, each bearing the Buddha’s face gazing softly over the surrounding jungle.

Angkor Wat Visit

15:00 - 18:00

Step into the magnificent Angkor Wat, a 12th-century masterpiece built by King Suryavarman II. Wander through vast courtyards and intricate galleries, admire bas-reliefs, and feel the quiet grandeur of this sacred site as you take in its timeless beauty.

Thu 29 Oct

Another Day in Siem Reap

Begin the day early and set out for the exquisite Banteay Srei temple, often called the ‘Citadel of Women’. Admire its delicate pink sandstone carvings, where intricate details and mythological scenes glow softly in the morning light. Take in the serene surroundings before returning to Siem Reap, where a slower pace invites a moment of rest. Unwind at the hotel, enjoy a leisurely breakfast, and let the calm of the afternoon settle in. Spend time at leisure—perhaps explore hidden cafés, browse local boutiques, or simply relax and recharge.

As evening arrives, step into a vibrant farewell celebration. Delight in a memorable dinner that brings together rich Khmer flavours and warm hospitality. Continue the night with the captivating Phare Circus, where storytelling comes alive through a dynamic blend of song, dance, and acrobatics. Feel the energy, creativity, and spirit of Cambodian culture reflected in every performance. End the day with lasting impressions of artistry, tradition, and a graceful close to your Siem Reap experience.

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Activities

Banteay Srei temple

07:00 - 08:00

Step into Banteay Srei, where intricate pink sandstone carvings glow in soft light. Admire delicate details; you witness some of the finest artistry in Khmer temple design.

Return to Siem Reap

08:00 - 13:00

Return to Siem Reap, unwind at your pace, then spend a relaxed afternoon at leisure, soaking in the town’s easy charm.

Duration: 1 hour
Distance: 35.3 kms / 22 miles

Farewell Dinner & Phare Circus

19:00 - 21:00

Celebrate a vibrant farewell evening. Enjoy dinner, then watch Phare Circus—Khmer theatre blending song, dance, and acrobatics. Feel the energy, admire storytelling, and soak in a lively cultural finale.

Fri 30 Oct

Siem Reap - Departure

Savour a relaxed morning in Siem Reap before departure. Enjoy breakfast and take in the final moments of this vibrant destination. Transfer to the airport with your guide and driver, ensuring a smooth and comfortable journey. Carry cherished memories of ancient temples, rich culture, and warm hospitality as the trip comes to a close.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Activities

Departure Siem Reap Airport

12:00 - 15:00

As you check out from your hotel and prepare to depart, you will be transferred to the Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (code: SAI) for your departure flight to home.

Duration: 55 min
Distance: 46 km/ 28 miles

Frequently Asked Questions

You want to explore Cambodia’s deep history, from ancient temples to recent past.

You are keen to understand powerful stories at Tuol Sleng and Killing Fields.

You love discovering UNESCO-listed temple complexes like Angkor.

You enjoy a mix of cultural exploration, history, and scenic countryside.

You appreciate immersive local experiences, from markets to performances.

You want a well-paced journey without physically demanding activities.

- International flights

- Visa fees (if applicable)

- Alcoholic beverages

- Personal expenses (e.g., drinks, laundry, tips for guides and drivers)

- Camera/video charges during sightseeing

- Tips for guides and drivers

- Additional meals not mentioned in the itinerary

You should arrive at Phnom Penh International Airport (Code: PNH) and depart from Siem Reap International Airport (Airport code: SAI). The journey begins in Phnom Penh and ends in Siem Reap.

All foreign travellers will require a valid passport. The passport should have a validity for at least six months beyond the completion of travel. All travellers will require a visa for entry into Cambodia. Indian passport holders can apply for e-visa from https://www.evisa.gov.kh, fee is USD 30–35, processing time 2-3 days. It is recommended to check the latest requirements on the official Embassy website. Each passenger must be personally responsible for ensuring she/he possesses valid travel documentation. If you would like assistance with your visa, please write to [email protected]

Travel insurance is mandatory to protect against loss of personal valuables, illness or unforeseen late cancellations. While suppliers make every effort to ensure guests' safety, we cannot be held responsible for events beyond our control.

No mandatory vaccinations are required. We advise you to check with your doctor in case you have any personal requirements. Also check with your local clinic or doctor a few weeks before the trip for any change in recommendations.

Yes, airport transfers are included in this tour. These transfers will be shared with you before your travel.

There are activities planned on arrival day, including a welcome dinner. It is recommended to arrive by early afternoon. Standard hotel check-in time is around 14:00 hours.

You can depart anytime. Generally, there are no inclusions on the tour on the last day. The hotel check-out time is usually 1100 hours or 1200 hours.

Children under 12 are not allowed on this Jrny. Children above 12 are welcome as long as they are accompanied by an adult.

Normally, yes! In some cases if the exact hotels are unavailable for any reason, we'll make sure you're put up in hotels that are equivalent to the original in terms of location and facilities. Rest assured, your stay will be as promised.

Please read through the itinerary in detail to understand the intensity of the activities planned. There are some long walks scheduled. Overall for the tour on a scale from 1 - 5, a fitness level of 2 would be ideal.

Yes, there is a road journey between Phnom Penh and Kampong Thom, and onward to Siem Reap. These drives are scenic with planned stops, making the travel comfortable.

Absolutely, a variety of vegetarian meal options will be available. Vegan options may be limited but available.

We try and cater to other diet restrictions as much as possible. But, we do focus on regional local cuisine. So there will be limitations. Please write to [email protected] with your booking number in the subject line to inform us well in advance of any such restrictions.

Cambodia generally experiences warm and humid weather. Days are often hot, especially during temple visits, while evenings are relatively cooler. Light, breathable clothing, sunscreen, and comfortable footwear are recommended.. For up to date weather information, visit weather.com before your trip begins.

We require a 35% advance payment at the time of booking.

The remaining balance needs to be paid in full at least 65 days before the date of travel

We have the following cancellation terms for this tour:

Cancellation up to 91 days from the date of travel: 10% cancellation charges (as per the total trip cost) will be levied, the rest will be refunded to you

From 90 - 46 days from the date of travel: 30% cancellation charges will be levied

45 days or less from the date of travel: 100% cancellation charges will be levied

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