Enchanting ruins, classical dance,

charming smiles, and backroad trails...

The resilience of this nation is incredible. Years of genocidal turmoil and political strife have only left Cambodia’s people more humbled, more determined than ever to repair past suffering. Yes, this is still one of the poorest nations in the world, and yes, there are still some counterparts of sadness tied directly to previous events. However, a trip within these borders - the richness of the culture, the charisma of the people, the beauty of the land - will be a trip you will never forget.

Siem Reap

For those who want to stand in awe before the mother of all temples, you

must pay a visit to Angkor Wat. Not only is the entire Angkor complex a

UNESCO world heritage site, but with origins dating back to 900 AD, its gopuras and corbel arches

epitomize the height of Khmer architecture. When the Angkor complex was uncovered from jungle growth

in 1860, it soon became an exotic destination for adventure seekers of the Victorian Age. Our local host will get you started visiting the sights soon after checking in; he will carry all of your site passes, and along with a private vehicle, will be with you for the entire duration of your stay. He will also escort you about the surrounding town of Siem Reap, whether you’d like to shop at the night market, watch an Aspara dance performance, or volunteer with a local

nonprofit. Just don’t forget to save one morning’s worth of energy for our distinctive sunrise experience, as this may be the highlight of your entire trip to Asia! The uphill trek which we take you on does require waking up early and it does require a moderate level of physical fitness, but

you won’t regret the time that you‘re about to spend in a pre-dawn monks’ temple, partaking in a sublime, intimate, and completely authentic religious occurrence. Afterwards, we’ll provide a wonderful picnic breakfast just outside of the temple so that you can enjoy the lofty view of a

new day before bidding adieu to your ceremony friends and climbing back down the hill. As your schedule allows, we’ll then continue on to see enchanting Banteay Srei, the only major Angkor temple not built by royalty. Or if you’d like to travel the jungle-cut road to Koh Ker, we’ll also be able to include a stop at Beng Melea along the way.