Cambodia

With Grandeur Journeys’ Cambodia tours, untouched wilderness and quaint rural towns are all part of exploring this mystical country. Traveling from the ancient 9th century capital of Siem Reap to the modern capital of Phnom Penh you can really experience the contrasts that define Cambodia.

Siem Reap is the gateway to the Temples of Angkor, magnificent ruins built between the 9th to 14th centuries. More than 100 temples are located in the area and several days can be spent exploring the monuments. Siem Reap is also home to the Tonle Sap Lake, a natural wonder full of floating villages and mangrove forests. For repeat visitors to the Kingdom, Siem Reap is emerging as a popular resort destination with customized package tours of Cambodia including teeing off at world-class golf courses, indulgent spa treatments, gourmet dining and top luxury properties as accommodation.

In the center of the country is Phnom Penh, the busy capital city and a must-visit on Cambodia package tours. Therefrom, you can reach Vietnam's Mekong Delta to the southeast or travel to Siem Reap on a beautiful cruise along the Tonle River. Phnom Penh is a mix of colonial buildings, Buddhist temples, and leafy boulevards. Specialized cultural excursions, historic tours of the tragic Khmer Rouge monuments, and trips to nearby villages are all fabulous ways to learn more about the capital and the country on Cambodia tour packages.

Although not as pristine as the beaches of southern Thailand or Vietnam, Cambodia's Sihanoukville and Kep are nice places to enjoy the sand, sun, and ocean. Nearby Ream National Park and the colonial-feel Kampot make great day trips in the area. For those with a longer holiday, a Cambodia tour package should certainly include a visit to the south.

Though it's easy for one to get caught up in the breathtaking wonder of Angkor Wat in a couple of days, travelers who spend more time in Cambodia will be well rewarded!