Back to Basics: Siem Reap Village Tour in Cambodia

Travel is the chance to experience the other, to step into another's culture and experience the wonders of the world around us. Cultural tourism is a delicate industry, and this tour strives to present to you a local village in a thoughtful and careful way, so as not to disturb their native way of life, while giving you an inclusive experience you will never forget!

On this tour, have the chance to explore and experience a unique village from the perspective of the villagers themselves. Taking you deep into the communities around Siem Reap for a hands on experience, including detailed conversations during lunch and your day in the village.

The best thing about the tour is the commitment to bring you this experience in a non-destructive way. Many tour operators bring groups to villages, but this is special -- your guide was born in this village and works with the village chief to ensure your experience is one you cannot find anywhere else. Have the chance to snap photos and meet the locals, but in a way that most other tour groups fail to find -- with the permission and good will of those you are visiting.

The tour begins at 9:00 AM from your local guest house, where your expert guide will meet you and transport you via air-conditioned car or minivan to this amazing village approximately 25 miles (40km) from Siem Reap. Along the way, you will be given a detailed description of what awaits, with a detailed understanding of the villages you will visit. Learn how the communities work together, helping each other with daily activities and neighborly advice, and your expert guide will be there to answer any of your questions.

Once you arrive, enter into a working village where you can meet the local families who still weave baskets, dig wells, and make rice wine all by hand as they have done for centuries. Share lunch with your host family. It is a truly immersive experience.

As you continue your journey, you may have the chance to meet with a local teacher, or builder who is working to bring clean water to the community. The goal is to share with you the culture in a unique and appropriate way, and you will leave with a much deeper appreciation of these magnificent cultures around Siem Reap.