Luxury Cambodia holiday with Six Senses Krabey Island

Itinerary in brief: 

• 3 nights Siem Reap
• 2 nights Phnomh Penh  
• 3 nights Cardamom Mountains
• 3 nights Krabey Island

Day 1: Depart UK

Depart the UK from your chosen airport.

Included: International flights 

Day 2: Arrive Siem Reap

On arrival in Siem Reap, you'll be met at the airport and driven to your hotel, checking in for three nights. Why not head out and explore the bustling town of Siem Reap, enjoying a local Cambodian dinner on your first night away. 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, touring, Phum Baitang

Day 3: Siem Reap

On your first day in Siem Reap, you'll head straight out to explore Ta Prohm, travelling in an army-style jeep and arriving early to be the first into the temple as it opens. This illustrious temple is unique as it remains largely overgrown with jungle and is a fascinating place to begin the day. Next, you'll explore the Preah Khan Temple, which is less visited and unrestored - visiting is a magical experience. Enjoy a break back at the hotel before heading out this afternoon to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire, where the famous faces of Bayon Temple surround you as you learn from your guide about these incredible architectural monuments. 

This evening, you'll be driven out to the boat pier of Villa Chandara, taking a walk along the terraces and finding a private spot for a cocktail amongst the spice gardens. A special dinner awaits you, away from the tourist crowds at this charming private villa near Angkor Thom. Tuck into fine dining by candlelight, surrounded by shimmering rice paddies. 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, touring, dinner, Phum Baitang

Day 4: Siem Reap

Head out this morning to visit the iconic Angkor Wat temple, built in the 12th Century to refelct Mount Meru, the home of the Hindu gods. Inside you'll find intricate drawings and reliefs, with over 2,000 Apsara dancers across teh walls. It's one of the most famous temples in the world and spending the morning exploring and learning about the history of it's art and architecture will be a highlight of your time in Cambodia. 

Later, you'll head out to meet local artisans and learn about their crafts ad skill at Satchaa. You'll visit a local enterprise where craftsmen and women find a safe and clean space to work as well as receive training to further hone their talent and grow themselves into artistic entrepreneurs. 

This evening, you'll enjoy dinner at The Embassy, an exclusive fine dining experience headed by executive chefs Pol & Sok: 'the Kimsan Twins'. Having trained under Michelin starred chefs, they have created one of the most unique five-star quality cuisines that can be experienced in Siem Reap.

Included: Breakfast, transfers, touring, dinner, Phum Baitang

Day 5: Fly to Phnom Penh

Spend your final morning in Siem Reap exploring the nearby Tonle Sap Lake. Hop aboard a luxurious boat and discover the fish and birdlife that help make Southeast Asia's largest lake one of Cambodia's most valuable ecosystems. This huge lake swells and contracts dramatically during the monsoon season, with houses built on floating pontoons to survive the changes of the seasons. 

In the afternoon, you'll return to your hotel and be driven to the airport for the short flight south to Phnom Penh. On arrival, you'll be met at the airport and driven to your hotel, checking in for two nights. 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, touring, Raffles Hotel Le Royal

Day 6: Phnom Penh

Head out to explore Phnom Penh with a guide today, starting at the Royal Palace before visiting the Silver Pagoda. Admire the vast collections of Buddhas in gold, silver and crystal before learning about Cambodia’s dark history on a visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, housed in the former school that was taken over by the Khmer Rouge and used as its main destination and torture centre names ‘S-21’.

After spending some time reflecting and resting back at the hotel, you'll out in the afternoon on an architecture tour of the city, travelling in a tuk-tuk with an expert to show you the different ways political and cultural situations in Cambodia have been reflected in their architecture. 

For dinner, you'll be visiting a heritage building in the heart of the old French Quarter, enjoying the colonial history of Khema la Poste, located opposite the Post Office 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, dinner, Raffles Hotel Le Royal

Day 7: Travel to Shinta Mani Wild in the Cardamom Mountains

Leaving Phnom Penh behind, today you'll be driven west into the Cardamom Mountains, watching the landscape change into rural villages, rice paddies and rainforest. On arrival at Shinta Mani Wild, the adventure begins immediately. This is no traditional check in! You'll fly across the jungle canopy on the resort's 400-metre zipline, crossing over the rushing river below before arriving directly at the camp. 

You have arrived at Shinta Mani Wild. Settle into your luxury tent perched among the trees, connected by raised walkways and surrounded by the sounds of birdsong and flowing water. Spend the rest of the afternoon soaking up the atmosphere, perhaps with a drink beside the river or a dip in your private deck's outdoor bathtub, before gathering for dinner beneath the rainforest canopy as night falls over the wilderness. 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, dinner, Shinta Mani Wild

Days 8 & 9: Cardamom Mountains at Shinta Mani Wild

Your time at Shinta Mani Wild is about immersing yourself in one of Southeast Asia's most ambitious conservation projects, all while enjoying the luxurious accommodation and experiences along the way. You'll have the chance to kayak along the river, explore the rainforest with a guide, forage for wild ingredients and cycle along jungle trails, as well as joining the resort's conservation team to learn about their work. This region is home to many endangered species, including Malayan sun bears, clouded leopards and pileated gibbons, that are often threatened by habitat loss and illegal logging. Learning about the ranger patrols and safeguarding projects will be a real highlight of your time here. 

After spending an afternoon swimming in the waterfalls or tucking into a picnic in the forest, you'll be tired when you return to camp. Tuck into sunset cocktails, drinks around the fire and listening to the sounds of the rainforest coming alive as the darkness settles. It's a magical place to spend time in the heart of the Cambodian wilderness. 

Included: All meals, Shinta Mani Wild

Day 10: Travel to Krabey Island

Today you'll swap your rainforest luxury for an island paradise, as your driven from the Cardamom Mountains down to the coastal town of Sihanoukville. From here, you'll take a speedboat transfer out to the private island of Six Senses Krabey Island, where jungle-clad hills and hidden beaches will make you instantly feel relaxed. Settle into your Ocean Pool Villa Suite, with it's spacious terrace and infinity pool looking out across the turquoise water, the perfect place to call home for the next three nights. 

Included: Breakfast, transfers, Six Senses Krabey Island

Days 11 - 12: Six Senses Krabey Island

Settle into paradise at Six Senses Krabey Island, a beautiful spot that offers relaxation, wellness and coastal exploration. Spend your days enjoying your private villa and pool, paddling along the shore in a kayak and swimming in the turquoise waters. You should also make time to enjoy the resort's spa, where you can indulge in personalised treatments and wellness experiences that will leave you feeling completely refreshed. Watch the sun set into the ocean as you sip a drink overlooking the ocean, dining on fresh local produce that the chefs have whipped up into sensational Thai and Cambodian dishes. It's such a laid-back and luxurious atmosphere, that truly gives you time to slow down and relax at the end of your holiday. 

Included: Breakfast, Six Senses Krabey Island

Day 13: Depart Cambodia

After breakfast, take the shared-speedboat back to the mainland where you'll be driven back to the airport for your international flight home.

Included: Breakfast, transfers, international flights

Day 14: Arrive UK