Cambodia — escorted travel 2027

EMPIRE AND ANCESTRAL TRADITIONS Cambodia is one of Southeast Asia's most fascinating destinations, combining ancient temples, tropical landscapes and traditions still deeply rooted in everyday life. This journey introduces its treasures, from the majestic temples of Angkor to traditional villages, rice fields and local markets. Along the way, discover an endearing, authentic country that offers a complete change of scene, where history, spirituality and a gentle way of life meet at every stop. WHO IS THIS TRIP FOR? This trip is for travellers who want to discover Asia in comfort while prioritising authenticity and cultural richness. It is particularly suitable for first-time visitors to Asia, travellers interested in history, civilisations and major heritage sites, those who appreciate fully organised escorted travel, and anyone seeking a real change of scene without particular physical challenges. The pace is moderate and accessible to anyone keen to travel. TRIP SUMMARY Day 1 - Depart Perpignan, fly from Barcelona Airport via Singapore Day 2 - Meet at the airport, panoramic tour of Phnom Penh Day 3 - Visit the Royal Palace, National Museum, Vat Phnom and Central Market Day 4 - Drive to Siem Reap, visit Wat Kuhear Nokor and Kampong Khleang Day 5 - Head to Angkor Park, Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre Day 6 - Visit Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom and Baphuon Temple Day 7 - Visit Preah Khan, Neak Pean and the National Silk Centre in Pourk Day 8 - Explore Battambang, Ek Phnom, Phare Ponleu Selpak and take a bamboo train excursion Day 9 - Discover Kampong Chhnang and Oudong Day 10 - Airport transfer for the return international flight via Singapore Day 11 - Arrive in Barcelona and transfer to Perpignan

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Monday 22 February – Perpignan - Barcelona Depart Perpignan for Barcelona Airport. Fly to Singapore Airport at 11h55 with Singapore Airlines. Tuesday 23 February – Singapore - Arrival in Phnom Penh - Panoramic tour Arrive at Singapore Airport at 7h35, then depart again at 12h45, arriving in Phnom Penh at 13h45. Meet the local immigration representative to complete customs formalities. Once these are complete, meet our French-speaking guide and transfer to the hotel. Settle into your room and enjoy a welcome cocktail and a little rest. Then set off on a panoramic tour of the capital lasting approximately 2h, with a photo stop at the Independence Monument. In the early evening, transfer to a local restaurant for dinner. Overnight at the hotel. Wednesday 24 February – Phnom Penh After breakfast at the hotel, visit Phnom Penh's Royal Palace, a complex of buildings serving as the official residence of the King of Cambodia. Built in 1866, it symbolises the country's history and cultural heritage. Continue to the National Museum, the country's principal historical and archaeological museum, home to one of the most important collections of Khmer art. Lunch at a local restaurant. Then visit Wat Phnom, the origin of the capital's name. Built in the fourteenth century in the heart of Phnom Penh, it is one of the oldest monasteries, where visitors come to pray and seek blessings. Head to Phnom Penh's Central Market, also known as Psar Thmei, an architectural gem inaugurated in 1937. Return to the hotel before transferring to a local restaurant for dinner. Overnight at the hotel. Thursday 25 February – Skun - Kampong Khleang - Siem Reap Depart early for Siem Reap after breakfast. Stop en route in Skun, famous for its market offering unusual culinary specialities. Then discover Wat Kuhear Nokor, an eleventh-century temple built during the reign of Suryavarman I. Lunch at a local restaurant, then continue to a jetty to board a local boat for a tour of Kampong Khleang village. On Tonlé Sap, this is the province's largest community, made up of 10 floating or stilt-built villages and home to over 10 000 residents. Transfer to the hotel, settle into your room, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. Friday 26 February – Angkor Park - Banteay Srei - Banteay Samre After breakfast, depart for Angkor Park. Travel through the green countryside surrounding Banteay Srei temple, exploring different aspects of Cambodian life today. This excursion immerses you in local life through visits to traditional homes and workshops, handmade rice noodles and palm sugar production, and palm-leaf weaving. Continue to Banteay Srei, nicknamed the Citadel of Women, an intimate temple built from pink sandstone and laterite in the tenth century. Then visit its permanent exhibition room. Lunch at BongThom restaurant. In the afternoon, continue to Banteay Samre, built in the twelfth century. Away from the major sites, it enchants visitors with its peaceful atmosphere and excellent preservation. On the return journey, stop for a visit to Theam's Gallery. Return to the hotel before dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight at the hotel.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Saturday 27 February – Angkor Wat - Ta Prohm - Angkor Thom - Baphuon Temple In the morning, depart by tuk-tuk for a full visit to Angkor Wat, the most famous and majestic temple at Angkor. The world's largest religious building was originally dedicated to Hindu deities before becoming a Buddhist site. Lunch in a local Khmer home in the heart of the complex. The afternoon continues with a visit to Ta Prohm, one of Angkor's most enchanting treasures, where nature has triumphed over human creation, weaving its roots through carved stone. Discover the great royal city of Angkor Thom, the last and longest-serving capital of the Khmer Empire. This ancient fortified city is one of Southeast Asia's most impressive historic sites. As well as bearing witness to the empire's power, it is a sacred place reflecting the spirituality and symbolism of its time. Next, visit Baphuon temple, dedicated to Shiva. Nicknamed the Golden Mountain, this historic site was engulfed by nature and has undergone restoration since 1995. Return to the hotel before transferring to a dinner show at the theatre, an opportunity to discover traditional performing arts through classical and village dances. Overnight at the hotel. Sunday 28 February – Preah Khan - Angkor Silk Farm - Battambang After breakfast, visit Preah Khan, built in the twelfth century by the builder king Jayavarman VII in honour of his father. Continue the morning's journey with Neak Pean, a unique temple on an artificial island, originally designed for medicinal purposes. Lunch at a local restaurant. Then head towards Battambang, stopping en route at the National Silk Centre in Pourk, also known as Angkor Silk Farm. Discover the silk-making process, from harvesting silkworm cocoons to producing fabric. Continue to the hotel, settle into your room, and enjoy dinner and an overnight stay. Monday 1 March – Battambang - Ek Phnom - Phare Ponleu Selpak After breakfast, begin with a tour of Battambang's historic quarter by motorbike trailer. Discover Psar Nat, a bustling central market surrounded by shophouses dating from the French period. Then head to Ek Phnom, a spiritual site with a large seated Buddha beside the ancient Hindu temple. Along the way, visit picturesque villages around Battambang. See villagers' daily activities up close and observe products such as rice paper and dried bananas being made. Lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, visit Phare Ponleu Selpak, a meeting place for culture, education and social engagement. This peaceful haven covers a hectare, with wooden buildings reflecting traditional Khmer architecture. Enjoy an unusual bamboo train excursion, known locally as the Norry, through rural landscapes and rice fields. At sunset, watch the spectacle at the Bat Cave before returning to the hotel for dinner and an overnight stay.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY Tuesday 2 March – Kampong Chhnang - Oudong Breakfast at the hotel, then head to Kampong Chhnang. Visit a pottery village for an immersion in one of Cambodia's oldest crafts. Artisans hand-shape terracotta jars, vases and utensils, continuing techniques passed down through generations. Discover central Kampong Chhnang on the banks of the Tonlé Sap. This riverside stroll offers views of the river and its traditional boats. Lunch at a local restaurant. Then visit Oudong, a historic city that was the country's royal capital for almost 250 years. It is famous for the stupas and temples adorning the surrounding hills. Transfer to the hotel, settle in and enjoy free time to use the facilities or explore the vegetable gardens, nurseries, vanilla farm and organic vegetables on foot or by bicycle. Farewell dinner and overnight at the hotel. Wednesday 3 March – Phnom Penh - Singapore After breakfast, transfer to Phnom Penh International Airport for your flight to Singapore. Departure is scheduled at 14h40, arriving in Singapore at 18H00. Before your onward departure at 23h45, explore an airport ranked among the world's best. There is time to see the butterfly garden, orchid garden, cactus garden, Forest Valley and more, without leaving the airport! Thursday 4 March – Singapore - Barcelona - Perpignan Arrive at Barcelona Airport at 09h05, collect your luggage, then transfer by coach to Perpignan. We currently hold provisional reservations at the following properties: Caravan hôtel by EHM in Phnom Penh for 2 nights Lotus Blanc hôtel in Siem Reap for 3 nights Maisons Wat Kor in Battambang for 2 nights Farmhouse Resort & Spa in Kampong Chhnang for 1 night