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Silver Pagoda Genocide Museum and Killing Fields Phnom Penh Tour
Product code 72920P68
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From USD 165.67
Dates
Available from Jan 14, 2025
Start times
8:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-3, Child ages 4-8, Adult ages 9-79
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Silver Pagoda Genocide Museum and Killing Fields Phnom Penh Tour
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Duration
4 hours to 5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Phnom Penh
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From
From USD 165.67
Silver Pagoda Genocide Museum and Killing Fields Phnom Penh Tour
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Duration
4 hours to 5 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Manual
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Phnom Penh
Why Travelers Love This
This full-day tour provides an immersive exploration of Phnom Penh's history and culture, offering first-time visitors a deeper understanding of Cambodia's past. Led by experienced guides, the tour covers the city's iconic landmarks while shedding light on the Khmer Rouge era. Visitors are advised to dress respectfully for religious sites and be prepared for pickup between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM for a prompt start. The tour also offers flexibility with free cancellation available up to 24 hours before it begins.
Overview
This full-day tour provides an immersive exploration of Phnom Penh's history and culture, offering first-time visitors a deeper understanding of Cambodia's past. Led by experienced guides, the tour covers the city's iconic landmarks while shedding light on the Khmer Rouge era. Visitors are advised to dress respectfully for religious sites and be prepared for pickup between 7:30 AM and 8:30 AM for a prompt start. The tour also offers flexibility with free cancellation available up to 24 hours before it begins.
What's Included
Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Admission fees
English-speaking guide
Bottled water during the tour
Shared tuk-tuk (1–2 pax) or air-conditioned vehicle (3 or more pax)
Not included
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 1
8:30 AM – 9:30 AM: Start your day with a visit to the Royal Palace, built in 1866. This iconic complex on the western banks of the Tonle Sap and Mekong River showcases exquisite Khmer architecture. Explore the royal compounds divided into four main sections and learn about Cambodia’s monarchy.
Stop 2
40 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
9:30 AM – 10:10 AM: Located within the Royal Palace grounds, the Silver Pagoda derives its name from its floor, which features 5,329 silver tiles. Admire gold and jeweled Buddha statues and the Angkor Wat-style Bell Tower while learning about the Khmer kings’ rich history.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Visit the former Security Prison 21 (S-21), which serves as a somber reminder of the Khmer Rouge era. This site details the horrific events and stories of prisoners who suffered under the Pol Pot regime.
Stop 4
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 4
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Conclude the tour at Choeung Ek, the infamous Killing Fields, situated 17 km from Phnom Penh. Reflect on Cambodia’s history as you explore the mass graves and the commemorative stupa honoring the victims of the Khmer Rouge.
Additional Info
Infants Must Sit On Laps
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
No Heart Problems
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Policy type
All Sales Final
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Experience may be cancelled for bad weather.
Experience may be cancelled if minimum traveler count is not met.
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0+ days before
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