Phnom Penh

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Phnom Penh is still finding its feet again as Cambodia's capital as years of war have taken their toll. The Khmer Rouge emptied the city of it inhabitants and frog marched them to the countryside for re education as labourers or to be taken to the infamous Killing Fields outside the city, never to be heard of again. After the Vietnamese invasion in 1979 and the fall of Pol Pot, people began to move back and by the early 1990s as hopes for peace grew; foreign investment began to trickle back into Phnom Penh. It retains a rather dusty, small town feel but in places it is easy to imagine the city as it was, and will be again, with its shady boulevards, French colonial buildings, pagodas, monks' saffron robes and the glittering spires of the Royal Palace.

> Itineraries visiting Phnom Penh

Cambodian Discovery - 13 days from £ 2650 per person

This intrepid itinerary takes in Cambodia’s highlights and lesser known attractions, from the markets and culture of the buzzing capital, Phnom Penh, to the remote, jungle-shrouded temples of Kompang Thom. Continue to Siem Reap for privately guided tours of the temples of Angkor and end relaxing in the coastal town of Kep.

Gems of Cambodia - 9 days from £ 1995 per person

This is a great first time trip to Cambodia, with two essential elements: Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. Start with a two-night stay in the capital and then head north for the highlight of the journey: privately guided tours of the temples of Angkor, one of the most magical archaeological sites in the world.

Grand Tour of Cambodia - 15 days from £ 2745 per person

This grand tour explores all four corners of Cambodia and gives a great insight into her culture, history and stunning landscapes. Highlights include the “lost city” of the Khmers, Angkor, and meeting with Irrawaddy Dolphins in the north east.

Meandering Down the Mekong - 22 days from £ 4995 per person

This is our ‘super luxe’ Mekong itinerary. Sleeping both on the boat and in hotels, you will experience four countries – Thailand, Laos, Cambodia & Vietnam – to get the full flavour of the Mekong’s romance. Experience not just the river’s natural beauty, but also the culture surrounding it, the mountains of Chang Mai and the history of Saigon.

Pandaw Mekong Cruise - 14 days from £ 2845 per person

Ideal for people who like to cruise. Pandaw is not the only vessel that does this route; we have many different boats available depending on the style and size you prefer. This trip is more of a countryside cruise, providing a feel for life on the Mekong rather than stopping to view specific sites.