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Cambodia Holidays

A place of quiet resilience and deep spirituality, Cambodia offers so very much. This is a country shaped by conflict and memory, brimming with stories waiting to be understood. And then there’s the temples …

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Cambodia asks for time and gives back perspective. Beyond Angkor’s stone sentinels lie floating villages, saffron-robed monks and pockets of wild, unfiltered nature.

Often overlooked for its neighbours, Cambodia is no less compelling. Our journeys here are designed with intention, whether you’re discovering the country for the first time or returning to explore more deeply. Think private temple access at dawn, slow journeys along the Mekong and meaningful connections with those who know this land best.

Monk, Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Highlights of Cambodia

The perfect itinerary for a first time visitor to Cambodia. From the bustling streets of Phnom Penh to Cambodian jungles, a tropical island retreat and the sublime complex of temples at Angkor.

14 days

from £4,025 pp

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Cambodia
Mekong River Cruise
This two week holiday begins in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam before spending seven nights peacefully cruising the majestic Mekong River to the Art Deco sites of Phnom Penh in Cambodia, ending amidst the iconic temples of Angkor. 
14 days from £3,550pp
Fisherman, Mekong river, Laos
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Vietnam
South East Asia – Through Local Eyes
This holiday through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand combines immersive and joyful encounters with local characters, with introductions to gastronomic delicacies and the chance to explore celebrated sites away from the crowds.
16 days from £11,785pp
Smiling Lady, Vietnam
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Vietnam
Highlights of Vietnam
This holiday to Vietnam is a great option for first-time visitors to the country. Take in classic highlights including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hue but also experience rural life with an overnight Mekong cruise and a countryside cycle around Hoi…
14 days from £3,450pp
Woman preparing the water lily flowers for sale in Tinh Bien, An Giang, Vietnam
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The Cambodia holidays below are examples of previous Steppes client itineraries. Use them as inspiration – your adventure will be tailored to your interests, your pace, your style. Your final itinerary will be entirely yours.

Idea
Cambodia
Mekong River Cruise
This two week holiday begins in Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam before spending seven nights peacefully cruising the majestic Mekong River to the Art Deco sites of Phnom Penh in Cambodia, ending amidst the iconic temples of Angkor. 
14 days from £3,550pp
Fisherman, Mekong river, Laos
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Idea
Vietnam
South East Asia – Through Local Eyes
This holiday through Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand combines immersive and joyful encounters with local characters, with introductions to gastronomic delicacies and the chance to explore celebrated sites away from the crowds.
16 days from £11,785pp
Smiling Lady, Vietnam
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Vietnam
Highlights of Vietnam
This holiday to Vietnam is a great option for first-time visitors to the country. Take in classic highlights including Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City and Hue but also experience rural life with an overnight Mekong cruise and a countryside cycle…
14 days from £3,450pp
Woman preparing the water lily flowers for sale in Tinh Bien, An Giang, Vietnam
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Excellent throughout

As first time travellers to this region we needed to feel confident that the consultant had a thorough insight and could match our requirements to a customised itinerary. Clare was excellent throughout. Very knowledgeable, listened to what was important for us and crafted a holiday which matched what we wanted.

Maximise every moment

We’ll help you Siem Reap the rewards of a journey through Cambodia with our curated collection of memorable experiences. 

Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Cambodia
 

Temples at Sunrise

Witness sunrise at Angkor Wat followed by a picnic breakfast away from the crowds at Ta Phrom.

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Close up of golden silk hanging to try.
 

Artisan Centre

Visit the Artisans d’Angkor Centre in Siem Reap, one of the best workshops in town with excellent quality sandstone, silver, wood and silk products.

Stone murals and sculptures in Angkor wat, Cambodia
 

Angkor with an Expert

Explore the vast complex of temples at Angkor with a resident archaeologist – a highlight of any holiday to Cambodia.

Suggested Holiday Idea

Village House in a Paddy Field, Battambang, Cambodia
 

Paddy Field Dining

Enjoy a private dinner outside Siem Reap, amongst the paddy fields.

Room in a market overflowing with auto parts.
 

Russian Market Haggling

Bargain for anything you can imagine, from car parts to gem stones at the Russian Market in Phnom Penh.

Village on the Water, Tonle Sap Lake, Cambodia
 

Margins of Tonle Sap Lake

Explore the ever-transforming Tonle Sap Lake by kayak or traditional boat, meeting locals from the floating villages and learning their way of life.

Tourists cycling through rural crops past cows and local houses.
 

Islands of the Mekong by Bike

Escape the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh and venture into the capital’s surrounding countryside on a relaxing half day cycle tour of the Islands of the Mekong.

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The Phare Cirus acrobatics
 

Watch the Phare Circus

Take your VIP seats at Phare, The Cambodian Circus in Siem Reap. Founded by nine Cambodian men after their return from a refugee camp following the fall of the Khmer Rouge, the show is a spectacle of remarkable acrobatics and proceeds support a local arts school.

Ancient Stupa, Udong, Phnom Penh, Cambodia
 

Royal Cambodia

Wander through the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda in Phnom Penh, followed by Udong, the former imperial Cambodian capital.

Malayan sun bear on a rock.
 

The Bear Care Tour

Take an exciting, behind-the-scenes tour at the centre for rescued sun bears and moon bears at Phnom Tamao Wildlife Rescue Centre.

Shinta Mani Wild, Waterfall, Cardamom Mountains, Cambodia
 

Cardamom Mountains

Visit the Cardamom Mountains, home to Shinta Mani Wild and explore the spectacular jungle wilderness with nights under canvas, perched high above waterfalls and rivers.

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Where to stay

Some of the wonderful places to stay that we frequently recommended.

Shinta Mani Wild £££££

  • Cambodia
  • Tented Camps

Located on the banks of a fast-flowing river, interspersed with waterfalls, Shinta Mani Wild is made up of 15 spacious tents perched above the water with just the rainforest and nature as a soundtrack. The tents are classic safari in style with outdoor space to relax and soak up the surroundings as well as al fresco bathtubs.

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Song Saa Private Island £££££

  • Cambodia
  • Beach and Island Escapes

Song Saa spans the two tiny islands of Koh Ouen and Koh Bong off the coast of Cambodia. Connected by a footbridge these remote, jungle-covered islands are fringed with white sandy beaches and surrounded by a 100-hectare marine reserve, established by the Song Saa Foundation.

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La Residence d’Angkor £££££

  • Cambodia
  • City

Featuring stunning Khmer architecture, La Residence d’Angkor is a boutique hotel overlooking the tree-lined Siem Reap River. Each of the 59 suites has an outdoor space, either in the form of a balcony or terrace with direct access to the pool. At the heart of the hotel is the saltwater swimming pool, surrounded by lush vegetation, a cool oasis in the midst of the city. Additional facilities include a spa and choice of restaurants.

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My love for Asia began with living there. Based in Vietnam and then Malaysia, I also explored the surrounding regions before eventually finding my way back home via China and the Trans-Siberian railway. At Steppes Travel, I get to share that love for Asia every day, helping clients experience the places I know best as if they were locals themselves.

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Paul is the Conde Nast Traveller chosen Specialist for Central Asia and the Silk Route.

I first travelled to Vietnam in 1988, when tourism was barely a concept, and have been visiting Central Asia since it was still behind the Iron Curtain. Such first-hand experience makes all the difference when talking to clients. I know the importance of asking questions, not taking the first answer as gospel, and matching the right destination to the right person.

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With over 20 years of experience in luxury travel, I’ve built lasting relationships with clients who trust me for inspiration and personalised recommendations. My previous experience as a Private Client Manager taught me how to anticipate preferences and carefully tailor itineraries to individual tastes and needs, skills I use every day here at Steppes Travel.

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