6 3-Hour Experiences in Cambodia to Build a Day Around

1.Visit 9 Places in 3 Hours by Private Tuk-Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews Our pick

Ride through Phnom Penh after dark with a private tuk-tuk driver such as Elvis, Lee, Nick, or Cow. Visit Wat Phnom, the Royal Palace, major monuments, Diamond Island, the Night Market, and more. Expect English explanations, photo stops, water, and beer or Coke, with time adjusted to suit your group.

“Excellent Experience!! Pum was great and showed me around in a short time that I was in town. His knowledge and friendliness was unmatched. I highly recommend it.”

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2.3-Hour Ancient Trails Motorbike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 71 reviews · from $44

Ride a motorbike through Siem Reap’s rural back roads with an English-speaking guide such as Chiwa or Scott. After a safety briefing and riding practice, follow dirt trails past rice fields, villages, a 1,000-year-old bridge, Pradak market, and a pagoda where you meet a monk. Hotel pickup, fuel, helmet, and training are included.

“This tour was absolutely fantastic. There is a variety of roads to choose from, some challenging and fun if you want. The tour guide speaks English and is very accommodating. Really great experience”

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3.3 Hour Morning Market and Art Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · from $45

Start at 8 a.m. near the National Museum for a private tuk-tuk tour with Sam, Channy, or another Kesar Khmer guide. Visit a local market, eat two Cambodian breakfasts, hunt for backstreet murals, stop at Wat Botum, shop for Kampot pepper chocolate, and finish near the Royal Palace.

“Had a wonderful tour with Channy! She took us around by tuk tuk and we tried a number of different delicious dishes from street food vendors that had good quality food. We saw street art in different parts of the city and walked through Read more”

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4.Sunrise at Angkor Wat Temple: 3-Hour Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 30 reviews · 3 hours · from $49

Start with a 4:40 AM hotel pickup and reach Angkor Wat before sunrise. Your private English-speaking guide leads you to photo spots, explains the temple’s Hindu and Buddhist past, and walks you through the complex before returning you to Siem Reap by 8 AM. Temple admission costs an extra $37.

“The trip was amazing. The transportation was on time and well organised. I was able message the organisers the night before and make some minor changes. The tour itself was in good English and very knowledgeable guide. Very understanding of our needs. Overall an amazing experience.”

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5.3-Hour Siem Reap Guided Cooking Class and Market with Pick up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 26 reviews · from $32Best value

Chef Dee leads a three-hour Khmer cooking class in Siem Reap, beginning with a local market visit and ingredient shopping. You’ll prepare a starter, main course, and dessert with step-by-step help, then eat what you make. Pickup and drop-off by tuk-tuk or minivan are included, and groups are limited to 15 people.

“I purchased ticket but operator did not turn up. Phone number is not operational when I tried to contact them. Had to request refund from Viator.”

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6.3-Hour Behind-the-Scenes Tuk-Tuk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 24 reviews · 3 hours · from $35

Ride by tuk-tuk through Siem Reap with an English-speaking guide, starting at Psar Leu market and Wat Bo. You’ll receive a monk blessing, see Khmer ceramics, visit Theam’s House, pass French-Colonial buildings, and finish in the city’s South Side. Hotel pickup, water, entrance fees, and the pagoda donation are included.

“Our guide was great. Very knowledgeable about the city, friendly, and prompt. We wouldn’t have seen these parts of the city without the tour.”

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