Spend the day exploring historic temples in the Cambodian countryside around Phnom Penh. Depart on a 1-hour drive to Phnom Udong, Cambodia’s capital between 1618 and 1866 and home to impressive Khmer architecture reflecting Cambodia’s glory days. Explore the ruins scattered across two ridges. The smaller of the two ridges contains two ruined buildings, several stupas, and the Ta San Mosque, which is still used by the Jahed sect of Cambodia’s Cham Muslims. Explore the surrounding smaller pagodas, stupas, and Buddha statues. Climb the stairway to the top for panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Drive to the village of Kampong Tralach in Kampong Chhnang Province, which is home to an ancient pagoda. Observe the remarkably well-preserved wall paintings at Wat Kampong Tralach Leu, which depict scenes of rural life from over a century ago. Return to your hotel.

Notes:

• Suggested time: 08:00
• Tour duration: 8 hours
• Guests are recommended to bring sun protection. Please dress modestly when visiting wats and temples. Shoulders, chest and legs should be covered.