Oudong Heritage & Market Trail

PRICE: 24 USD / Pax

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Tour info

Destination

Phnom Penh

Physicality

5/10

Duration

1 day

Tour Type

Discovery

Best time to travel

Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec

Age

12+

About This Tour

Take a full-day guided trip from Phnom Penh to visit Kampong Luong Silversmith Village and Oudong, the former royal capital with scenic views and historic stupas. Stop by a local food market, return to Phnom Penh for lunch (on guest own expense), and finish the day shopping at the Russian Market before heading back to your hotel.

Included

Hotel Transfer with Bus (AC)
Professional Tour Guide
Visit Silversmith Village
Oudong’s Food Market
Lunch at Phom Penh (Own Expense)
Explore Toul Tompoung Market (Russia Market)

Itinerary

8:00 – Hotel Pick-Up & Departure

Your guide greets you with a warm smile at your Phnom Penh hotel. As you settle into the air-conditioned bus, the city begins to soften behind you. Today’s journey leads northwest toward Oudong, Cambodia’s former royal capital a place where history lingers in the hills and silver glints in the morning light.

9:30 – Kampong Luong Silversmith Village

Your first stop is Kampong Luong, a village renowned for its generations of silversmiths. Step into open-air workshops where artisans shape delicate jewelry and ceremonial pieces by hand. The rhythmic tap of metalwork echoes stories of heritage and devotion. Your guide shares insights into the craft’s cultural significance and the families who preserve it.

10:30-11:00 – Oudong Hill & Stupa Exploration

Arrive at Oudong Hill, where ancient stupas crown the landscape like quiet guardians of the past. Climb gently toward panoramic views of rice fields and distant villages. Along the way, your guide reveals tales of kings, monks, and the spiritual legacy that still pulses through this sacred site.

12:00 – Visit Oudong’s Local Food Market

Descend into the heart of local life with a visit to Oudong’s bustling food market. Stalls brim with tropical fruits, fragrant herbs, and sizzling street snacks. Pause to sample a treat or simply absorb the vibrant rhythm of daily commerce.

13:00 – Return to Phnom Penh for Lunch (Guest’s Own Expense)

Travel back to Phnom Penh and enjoy lunch at your leisure. Whether you choose a riverside café or a local eatery tucked into a quiet lane, this midday pause invites you to reflect on the morning’s discoveries.

14:30 – Explore Toul Tompoung Market (Russian Market)

Step into the lively maze of Toul Tompoung Market, known locally as the Russian Market. Here, you’ll find everything from handwoven textiles and antiques to spices and souvenirs. Wander with curiosity, guided by your own sense of wonder or let your guide point out hidden treasures.

16:00 – Hotel Drop-Off

As the afternoon light begins to soften, you’re gently returned to your hotel. Today’s journey has offered a glimpse into Cambodia’s royal past, artisanal present, and vibrant everyday life. Let the silver glimmer and hilltop breeze stay with you long after you’ve unpacked.