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Cambodia Luxury Tour 2 Weeks With Paul's Experience

In March 2026, I had the chance to spend two weeks exploring Cambodia. The country is not very large, and 14 days turned out to be the perfect amount of time to enjoy both its cultural highlights and a few relaxing days by the sea. During this Cambodia luxury tour 2 weeks, I explored the busy streets of Phnom Penh, discovered the absolute architectural masterpiece Angkor Wat in Siem Reap, enjoyed the peaceful atmosphere of Battambang, and ended my trip on a private island off Cambodia's southern coast. Here's how the journey unfolded, stop by stop.

1. Days 1-3: Phnom Penh

• Phnom Penh must-sees: the Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda, the National Museum of Cambodia, Choeung Ek Memorial, and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21).
• Explore the Russian Market (Phsar Tuol Tom Poung) and Phsar Thmei for authentic local crafts and textiles.
• Top fine-dining restaurants in Phnom Penh: Malis, Topaz, and Sombok Restaurant.
• Take a tuk-tuk ride along Sisowath Quay at sunset, where the Mekong and Tonlé Sap rivers meet.
• Stay at the Rosewood Phnom Penh, one of the finest luxury hotels in Phnom Penh.

Phnom Penh is the kind of city you either love or you don't. I personally really loved it. There is something about this city that makes you feel at home very quickly. Some people would skip Phnom Penh, but no 2-week Cambodia itinerary would be complete without spending some time in the capital.

Two places that impressed me the most were the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Choeung Ek Memorial. These are not easy places to visit, and some parts can be very emotional. However, learning about Cambodia's history is important. Less than 50 years ago, around two million people lost their lives under the Khmer Rouge regime. Many survivors are still alive today. After visiting these sites, I looked at the older people around me with much more understanding and respect. I would recommend setting aside a full day for these two places because they deserve enough time. Hiring a tuk-tuk for the day is the easiest option, as the driver can wait for you at each stop. Apart from that, I visited the Royal Palace early in the morning before it became crowded and spent the evening walking along the riverfront, which becomes lively after sunset.

Where I stayed: Rosewood Phnom Penh. The hotel occupies the upper floors of a modern tower right in the city centre. The view over the confluence of the Mekong and the Tonlé Sap is stunning, especially in the early morning. It is clearly a premium address for this Cambodia luxury tour 2 weeks, but worth every penny if you want to be well-located and well looked after for this leg of the trip.

2. Days 4-9: Siem Reap and the Angkor Temples

• Must-sees in Siem Reap: Angkor Thom and its five monumental gates, Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei (40 km away).
• Take a boat trip on Tonlé Sap Lake and visit the floating village of Kompong Phluk during the high-water season.
• Attend a traditional Apsara dance performance with a Khmer dinner at Malis Siem Reap restaurant.
• Visit Artisans Angkor to discover silk and wood craftsmanship, and pick up some beautiful souvenirs.
• Stay at the Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, Siem Reap's most celebrated historic address.

I flew from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, one of the highlights of my Cambodia luxury tour 2 weeks. I spent 6 days in Siem Reap, which might sound like a lot, but it was just enough to visit the temples without feeling rushed. On my first morning, I woke up at 5 a.m. to reach Angkor Wat before sunrise. I knew it would be beautiful, but I did not expect it to be so impressive. Watching the five towers slowly appear in the morning light and seeing their reflection in the water was an unforgettable experience. It was easily one of the most amazing places I have ever seen during my travels.

For the temples, I planned my temple visits in the morning while it was still cool, and spent the afternoons resting or exploring the town. Angkor Thom is enormous, far larger than you'd imagine, and the carved faces of the Bayon are genuinely arresting up close. Ta Prohm is smaller, but the atmosphere is unlike anything else, with tree roots slowly reclaiming the stone walls. And Banteay Srei, about 40 km from Siem Reap, was one of the highlights of my trip. The temple is much smaller, but its pink sandstone carvings are amazingly detailed. I had never seen anything like them before, and it was definitely worth the journey. I also took a boat trip on Tonlé Sap to visit the floating villages, which offered a completely different perspective on Cambodia, far beyond its famous temples.

Where I stayed: Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, one of Siem Reap's most famous hotels. Built in the 1920s, it is located in the town centre, just a ten-minute walk from the main street.

3. Days 10-12: Battambang

• Ride the bamboo train (Norry), a small motorised bamboo platform that rattles through the rice paddies along rusty rails.
• Climb to the top of Phnom Sampeau for the sacred caves and the spectacular bat exodus at dusk.
• Visit the pottery village of Kampong Preah, about ten kilometres from the city.
• Cycle through the backstreets past pagodas, local markets, and elegant French colonial buildings.
• Try banana spring rolls and other local specialities at a small café in the town centre.
• Stay at La Villa Battambang, a beautifully restored 1930s colonial mansion.

From Siem Reap, I drove to Battambang by private car. It is Cambodia's second-largest city, but there is nothing remotely urban about it. Things move slowly here, tourism is light, and the pace is worlds apart from the capital. There isn't a great deal to do in terms of major sights, but that's precisely why I appreciated stopping there.

The highlight of Battambang was definitely the bamboo train. It is a simple bamboo platform with a small engine that runs through the rice fields on old railway tracks. It may look strange and a bit unstable, but it is a fun and unique experience. Phnom Sampeau is also worth visiting, especially at sunset when thousands of bats fly out of the caves. Apart from that, I enjoyed cycling around the city, passing pagodas and beautiful French colonial buildings. Battambang is not a must-see destination on a 2-week Cambodia luxury tour, but if you have the time, spending two days here is well worth it.

Where I stayed: La Villa Battambang, a lovely restored colonial house dating back to the 1930s. With its garden pool and quiet atmosphere, it was the perfect place to relax. The restaurant serves simple local dishes, which made it easy to spend a quiet evening at the hotel.

4. Days 12-14: Sihanoukville

• Enjoy the island's near-deserted private beach - snorkelling, kayaking, or simply doing nothing at all.
• Take an outdoor yoga class or book a treatment at the Six Senses spa.
• Set out on a boat excursion to the neighbouring islands to explore the underwater world.
• Dine at the resort restaurant with locally caught fish and fresh seafood.
• Stay at Six Senses Krabey Island, a luxury resort on a private island facing the Gulf of Thailand.

For the last part of my Cambodia luxury tour 2 weeks, I left Battambang by private car and drove about three hours to Siem Reap. From there, I took a domestic flight of just over an hour to Sihanoukville. In total, the journey from Battambang took around 3h40. It was a long travel day, but it was definitely worth it.

Sihanoukville itself is not a place where I wanted to spend much time. The city has changed a lot in recent years and does not have much to offer visitors. But that was not my destination. From the port, a speedboat took me to Krabey Island in about fifteen minutes. This small private island is only accessible to guests staying at the resort. As soon as I arrived, everything felt different. No noise, no traffic, just beach, jungle, and clear blue water. I spent 2 days in Sihanoukville doing almost nothing, and that was exactly what I needed after the rest of the trip. I went snorkelling, took a kayak around the island, and enjoyed a spa treatment on my last afternoon. It was a completely different pace from the rest of the journey, which made it the perfect ending.

Where I stayed: Six Senses Krabey Island. The resort covers the whole island, with private villas hidden among the trees or overlooking the sea, each with its own terrace. The service was excellent, the food was prepared with fresh local ingredients, and the spa was one of the highlights of my stay. It was the most luxurious and relaxing place of my 14-day Cambodia luxury trip.

In conclusion, I am fully convinced that a Cambodia luxury tour 2 weeks is one of the most rewarding experiences Southeast Asia has to offer. Cambodia does not try to impress visitors with grand attractions. Instead, it moves you gently, deeply, and and leaves moments that stay with you long after the trip. Thanks to Autour Asia, a travel agency in Asia, I enjoyed a perfectly organised itinerary: exceptional accommodation, knowledgeable and attentive guides, and seamless transitions between each destination. If you are still thinking about visiting Cambodia, I would definitely recommend it. The country has much more to offer than you might expect.