Best Sihanoukville Day Tours from Cruise Port
Description
Embark on a tour of Sihanoukville, discovering the city’s culture, local life, and natural beauty. Start with the historic Independence Monument, then visit Tomnub Rolork - Koh Preap Pier to see traditional fishing practices. Explore the lively Phsar Leu Market, interact with vendors, and sample street food. Next, visit the peaceful Wat Krom temple with stunning views of the Gulf of Thailand, followed by the Statue of Preah Thong and Neang Neak, honoring the Khmer founders. After a stop at the Golden Lions Roundabout, unwind with a stroll along Ortres Beach. The tour ends with a drop-off at your shuttle station for return to your cruise ship.
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Itinerary
We will pick-up you from either Sihanoukville Port Gate 1 or the Independence Monument, depending on the drop-off location provided by the cruise's complimentary shuttle service for its passengers. Please take this free shuttle bus when you get off from your cruise ship and they will take you to the drop off point where we will meet you with a signage under your name printed.
Then set off to The Independence Monument in Sihanoukville, built in 1985, honors Cambodia's independence and those who sacrificed their lives in past conflicts. Located on Ekareach Street between the city center and Victory Hill, it sits within a small park. Next to the monument is a shrine used for religious festivals. Featuring a lotus-shaped stupa in traditional Khmer style, it serves as a symbol of national pride and a key landmark for visitors.
And continue the visit to Tomnub Rolork - Koh Preap Pier in Sihanoukville is a busy fishing port that offers visitors a glimpse into local maritime life. It is a key hub for fishermen and is often featured in tours showcasing the region's culture and economy. While it lacks tourist facilities, the pier's authentic atmosphere makes it a fascinating spot to explore. Visitors should be cautious due to limited infrastructure, but it remains a valuable site for experiencing Sihanoukville's fishing heritage.
Test your bargaining skill at Phsar Leu Market. It is also known as Sihanoukville Market, is a lively hub in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, where visitors can experience local daily life. The market offers a wide selection of fresh produce, seafood, meats, and spices, providing an authentic taste of Cambodian cuisine. It also features clothing, accessories, and traditional handicrafts, making it a great spot for souvenirs. Visiting Phsar Leu Market gives you a chance to interact with friendly vendors, immerse yourself in the local culture, and observe traditional shopping practices. It’s the perfect place to try street food, including fresh spring rolls, grilled meats, and sweet coconut desserts. The market is open daily from 7 am to 6 pm, allowing plenty of time to explore.
Stop at Wat Krom, also known as Wat IntNhean, is a notable Buddhist temple in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. Located on a hilltop with stunning views of Sihanoukville City and the Gulf of Thailand, the temple features a large reclining Buddha and a shrine dedicated to the local deity Ya-Mao. Beyond being a place of worship, Wat Krom is a cultural landmark, drawing visitors with its peaceful atmosphere and architectural charm.
Then pass by The Golden Lions Roundabout, or Vimean Tao Meas, is a key landmark in Sihanoukville, Cambodia. Built in 1996, it features two golden lion statues symbolizing the city’s strength and pride. Located at a major intersection near Sokha and Ochheuteal beaches, the area is surrounded by restaurants and shops, becoming lively in the evenings. Though traffic can be heavy, it remains a popular cultural and social hub for visitors.
We will not miss The Statue of Preah Thong and Neang Neak in Sihanoukville is a tribute to Khmer heritage. Erected in 2022, it is the country's largest copper statue, standing 27.34 meters tall, including its pedestal. The statue depicts the legendary figures Preah Thong (Kaundinya I) and Neang Neak (Queen Soma), who are considered the co-founders of the ancient state of Funan. According to legend, Preah Thong, an Indian prince, arrived in the region and married Neang Neak, a Naga princess. Their union is said to have given rise to the Khmer people and culture. Located at the Ream Beach roundabout, facing the sea, it symbolizes Khmer traditions and has become a major cultural landmark, drawing both locals and tourists.
No visit to Sihanoukville is complete without a stroll along its pristine sandy beaches. We’ll take you to Otres Beach or Sokha Beach, where you can soak in the tropical island breeze. You may also enjoy a coffee break or lunch at your own expense, upon request. The tour concludes with a drop-off at your shuttle bus station, where you’ll board the bus back to your cruise ship. Ends of service
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Pickup Locations & Times
We pick you up at Sihanoukville Port Gate 2 or the Independence Monument, depending on the cruise ship’s drop-off arrangement that day. Please look for your guide or driver holding a sign with your name at the drop-off point.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(11)
Lovely day, very accommodating, amazing driver, would definitely recommend. Nok showed us a variety of sites and easily adapted to our schedule. He answered all of our many questions about history and culture.
Our guide was excellent. The tour was great, temples, huge marketplace, fishing village and fleet pier - so interesting, then a great surprise ending!
We booked a cruise purely because it was one of the few that visited Cambodia, sadly only briefly for just one day only. It was therefore important to us to pack in as much as we could, in our limited time and try to get a feel for this country's history and heartbeat. So this tour did not disappoint and ticked all of the boxes for us. Mr Chhum was a most excellent and informative guide, who went that extra mile to ensure we had a truly memorable experience in Cambodia. Everywhere we went, we got a real flavour of the Khmer culture and its people. The market was just as I expected as was the traffic and the hustle and bustle of the city. A Mr Chhum masterstroke was to take us away from the city, to visit a temple that wasn't on the radar of any of the other tours, as such we enjoyed a peace and tranquility that was very well received. The best part of the tour though was left until last; rather than take us to an exclusive posh/snobby/expensive brand new beach-side complex, our guide gave us well over an hour of free time at a local beach, where we could enjoy local food at a local price. There were proper washroom facilities and the sea and beach were just amazing. There were 12 of us in total, which was about the right number, and importantly we were well looked after, receiving cold bottled water and ice cold hand towels throughout the tour. All in all a brilliant day out that will live long in the memory. Thank you Mr Chhum 👍🏼
Vireak was a great guide for our shore excursion today! There was a mixup with our tour, but the owner of the company made it right. Vireak took us to all of the sites listed on his itinerary and was a wealth of information regarding all of those sites. He was able to answer all of our questions. I strongly recommend working with this company for your next shore excursion.
Nak was right on time, spoke great English and knew everything about his beautiful country. We saw a fishing village and how they prepare for sales, a marketplace, and then went to a beautiful resort for lunch. We ended the day after six hours that had been traveled in a very nice comfortable van. We would highly recommend this excursion.
This small group, half-day tour of Sihanoukville gave a great overview of this city. Our guide, Chum was lovely and full of interesting facts and information. Would recommend this tour for anyone looking for a shore excursion.
Not a good day in Cambodia. First, the meeting process was chaotic. The guide did not maintain control of the group. The description was not accurate, what was to include a walk on the beach became a two hour stop over. When the guide told us he would take us back to the meeting location, he then refused until we demanded he do so.
Was a great holiday nice clean hotel room friendly people staff helpful my family was satisfied
Our guide, Choub, and our driver, Corey, did and excellent job of sharing the charm of Sihanoukville, Cambodia. The transfer from ship to the comfortable mini van was smooth. Our guide was waiting exactly where we expected. Off we went to learn first about everyday life in Cambodia by visiting a family who spend their days catching butchering and drying fish in shacks along the seawall. We visited a Buddhist monastery and learned about Buddhist nuns. We engaged in considerable conversation about the history and conditions in Cambodia with Choub. We went to a wonderful waterfall where families spend a day picnicking and relaxing and then we visited the City Market. Our tour gave us experiences across a wide range of aspects of the area. It was a very good day and an excellent tour.
The guide was excellent and engaged. He answered difficult questions about the country’s history. Both he and the driver were very patient and helpful with two elder Handicapped customers. We enjoyed this excursion. They were a credit to your company.
