Siem Reap Village Cooking

In Brief

Enjoy a private 4-hour tour from your hotel to a remote village, including a scenic ox-cart ride and a walk through traditional villages. Experience authentic village life, help harvest vegetables, and prepare three Khmer dishes with a local family. The afternoon tour is recommended, allowing you to enjoy your meal with a sunset over the rice paddies—a truly memorable farm-to-table experience.

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Starting from 45$ / 4 hours
Siem Reap Village Cooking

Detailed Itinerary

This private tour can be enjoyed in the morning with a lunch village cooking or in the afternoon with a dinner village cooking (we recommend the afternoon option for a magical sunset over the rice paddies during your meal).Your guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel and transfer you to a remote village. Begin with an orientation about local life and enjoy a scenic ox-cart ride through lush fields and quaint villages. Walk through nearby villages to observe traditional basket weaving and farming activities, gaining insight into daily rural life.Arrive at a Khmer traditional stilt house, where your host family will welcome you with a refreshing drink. Explore their vegetable garden and learn how to water and harvest fresh produce. Under the guidance of the family, you will prepare and cook three authentic Khmer dishes, using traditional methods for a hands-on village cooking experience.After cooking, sit down to enjoy your meal, and if you choose the afternoon tour, marvel at the sunset over the rice paddies—a perfect farm-to-table setting. The tour concludes with a warm farewell from your host family, and your driver will return you to your hotel, leaving you with lasting memories of rural Cambodia and its genuine hospitality.

  • English-speaking guide
  • Private vehicle with driver
  • First Air Kit
  • Entrance fees
  • Ox-cart ride
  • Village cooking (lunch or dinner)
  • Snacks and drinks
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses
  • Tipping

PAYMENT AND DEPOSIT:A 20% deposit is required to confirm the booking. The remaining balance must be settled 45 days before the departure date.CANCELLATION:As a rule, unless otherwise stated, our policy is that all cancellations must be informed in writing or by email. Cancellations will be subject to the following charges:More than 45 days before trip departure. No charge30-45 days before arrival: 30% charge15-29 days before arrival: 50% charge8-14 days before arrival: 80% chargeWithin 7 days before arrival: 100% chargeHOTEL POLICY:Check-in time: 14:00Check-out time: 12:00LIABILITY AND PERSONAL HEALTH INSURANCE:Cambodia Adventure Tours does not provide personal liability insurance for guests during the trip. We strongly recommend that each guest has appropriate personal travel and health insurance for traveling in Cambodia, including coverage for activities such as cycling, trekking, kayaking, and all tour activities. Please note that in Cambodia, emergency services and modern medical facilities may be limited in some areas. A support vehicle will be provided in case of emergencies.VISA TO CAMBODIA:Most nationalities are eligible for a one-month visa on arrival at Phnom Penh International Airport, Siem Reap International Airport, and at all land borders with neighboring countries. The cost is USD 30 for a tourist visa and USD 35 for a business visa. Payment must be made in cash (US dollars). Please note that there may be long queues at the airport for visa on arrival; however, they generally move fairly quickly, and the process usually takes around 30–45 minutes.CLOTHING:As Cambodia’s weather is consistently warm throughout the country, we recommend bringing comfortable, lightweight, loose-fitting cotton clothing. Long-sleeved items are also advisable to protect against mosquitoes and the sun. During the rainy season, open-toe sandals are recommended. A hat and high-SPF sunblock are essential for protection from the strong sun while sightseeing.T-shirts and knee-length shorts are generally acceptable when visiting temples or pagodas, including Angkor Wat. Shoes are usually removed at the entrance to pagodas. However, for visits to the Silver Pagoda within the Royal Palace grounds, visitors are advised to wear long trousers or long skirts.At the Angkor Wat complex, you will be on your feet and walking extensively, sometimes over rough or slippery surfaces, so please choose your footwear carefully. Shoes with good traction are highly recommended.TIPPING: Tipping is not compulsory but is appreciated in the tourism industry. If you are happy with the service, we suggest the following guidelines:Groups under 4 people: USD 5–10 per day per traveler for guides, USD 5–7 for driversGroups of 5 or more: USD 3–7 per day per traveler for guides, USD 2–5 for drivers

Pricing

Group size1 person2 people3-5 people6-9 peopleSingle supplementTour costUSD 118USD 71USD 57USD 45N/A
Child policy: Children aged 2 – 5 years received 50% off Children aged 6 – 11 years received 25% off
*Price per person

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