Phnom Penh City Tour

Phnom Penh Tours and Excursions

Phnom Penh City Tour
Royal Grand Palace
National Museum
Silver Pagoda and Wat Phnom

Discover four of Phnom Penh's finest cultural and historical attractions: starting from Wat Phnom and the beautiful Royal Palace, the trip continues to the National Museum and the Silver Pagoda, so named because of its floor that comprises 5,000 silver tiles and topped by a gold Buddha encrusted with 9,584 diamonds - arguably the most beautiful pagoda in the city. 

Time:

08:00-12:00 hrs
14:00-18:00 hrs 

Includes:

- Air conditioned vehicle transfer from/to hotel.
- English speaking guide.
- Admission fees. 

Excludes:

- Personal expenses such as drinks, tips.
- Other service not mentioned on this program. 

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Phnom Penh City Tour

08.00 – 12.00 & 14.00 - 18.00 hrs.

Begin your tour of this charming capital with a visit to the city's namesake, Wat Phnom. Founded in 1373, the pagoda was built to house Buddhist relics washed ashore by the river.

Visit the Royal Palace built in 1866 by King Norodom. See the different structures of this pagoda-style compound and stroll in its beautiful garden. Visit the Silver Pagoda so named because of its floor that is comprised of 5,000 silver tiles. A gold Buddha encrusted with 9,584 diamonds and a small 17th century emerald and baccarat crystal Buddha are also housed here.

Continue to the nearby National Museum, built in 1917 it is an exceptional example of traditional architecture and is exclusively devoted to preserving and displaying Khmer art and sculptures. Hundreds of pieces are housed here including both pre-and post-Angkorian pieces

Note: National Museum, Silver Pagoda and Royal Palace are open every day. However, the Silver Pagoda and the Royal Palace may be closed without prior notice while H.M. the King is in the residence. 

Fast Facts

Tour departure:

Daily 

Duration (approximate):

08:00-12:00 hrs
14:00-18:00 hrs 

Transfer from/to hotel included

YES 

Meals included

N/A 

Seat-in-coach tour

N/A 

Private tour

Minimum 1 person 

Language

All major foreign languages 

Prices

01/11/11 - 31/10/12
Half Day Phnom Penh City Tour
Rates per person in US Dollar
Private Groups Price
1 Pax 2 Pax 3-5 Pax
74 47 42
Remark
  • Children less than 12 years old are applicable for child rates.
  • A maximum of four children are illegible for a discount per group.
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