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The 10 best museums tours, gathered in one place. What each one actually involves, who runs it, and what you can expect to pay.
A somber half-day in Phnom Penh pairing Choeung Ek and S-21 with an A/C guided group tour, hotel pickup, and clear historical context.
“Good tour with Sum Cheath. Made the trip easy and learned a lot about the history. Pick up and drop off was smooth.”
A sobering Phnom Penh tour pairing Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng S-21, with a guide to translate the exhibits.
“We visited this on our last day in Cambodia, and it was an incredibly moving experience. Throughout our trip, we’d heard stories from our guides in Siem Reap and the locals, but seeing and experiencing this firsthand was deeply sobering. At tRead more”
A private half-day Phnom Penh tour to S21 Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields, with hotel pickup, an English guide, and time to reflect.
“Mr. Silong was an outstanding guide who made us more knowledgeable about Cambodia and the complexities of its dark past than any textbook could. He explained things thoroughly and simply for people who did not have significant baRead more”
English-guided Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng S-21 from Phnom Penh with hotel pickup and water; tickets extra.
“Deeply insightful tour of both the killing fields and genocide museum. The guide was knowledgeable and an engaging speaker.”
Half-day Phnom Penh tour linking the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek with small-group convenience and context.
“We highly recommend Mr Hong Kasy. He provided much needed context and is knowledgeable and pleasant tour guide. We appreciated his sharing the impact of the Khmer Rouge on his childhood. Tour sent email the day before confirming time of arrival for our tuktuk. Logistics went smoothly.”
Private tuk-tuk combo from Siem Reap: Banteay Srei, Kbal Spean jungle carvings, and the Landmine Museum. $43 for up to 2, 6 hours.
“We booked this tour to accommodate these two destinations that were not part of the other Angkor tours. And given the limit on the 3 day pass, we had to book this for 2pm. Danny reached before time as we had coordinated to leave sooner if we could and managed to start at 1:30. The…”
Phnom Penh tour of Choeung Ek and Tuol Sleng S21 with pickup, A/C ride, small group guide, and cold water. Tickets extra.
“Historical but so sad good tour and quide but hits home how cruel humans can be to one another and it still goes on today war is cruel !”
Siem Reap private tour combining Wat Thmei’s memorial, Apopo Hero Rats de-mining, and an Angkor National Museum stop for Khmer context.
“Had a great time and enjoyed the wealth of knowledge my guide provided to make the experience truly memorable. The Apollo Rat center was a fascinating. Yes, can be done on own without a tour, but booking via this tour took all the headaRead more”
Hike to Kbal Spean jungle carvings, admire pink Banteay Srei, visit the Landmine Museum, and finish at quiet Banteay Samre.
“Our guide, Mr Ram was excellent, friendly, knowledgeable and interesting about temples as well as things we saw on the way and aspects of Cambodian life, and superb at identifying birds. The driver was careful and considerate and the car cRead more”
Private Siem Reap day trip with Chong Kneas boat time, lotus-farm break, and the War Museum plus Wat Thmey killing fields.
“Great tour all around. Very informative, great experience out on the lake, just cool time all together”
