It consisted of a single line. Trains seldom ran. When they did run, the warped, gapped, sometimes missing tracks provided a ride that maxed out around 20 miles per hour and could easily double the time of any other form of transportation. Again, that’s if the trains ran.

The “Bamboo Trains,” or “noory” have been a source of transportation, commerce, and communication for those living in parts of Cambodia where access to solid roads, buses, and other automobiles was for years underdeveloped or non-existent

Either on the first evening at Angkor or after a wonderful tour of the temples, enjoy a relaxing sunset cruise on a gondola-style paddle boat. Enjoy Champagne, soft drinks, and canapés as the oarsman paddles your boat slowly along the ancient moat of Angkor Thom to watch a spectacular sunset at Prasat Chrung temple.

Discover the beauty and wildlife of the Cardamom Mountains on this three day adventure, staying at the unique Canvas & Orchids Retreat to experience the true meaning of glamping

Few places feel as instantly atmospheric as an ancient stone temple with nobody there except you and, perhaps, a monk lighting incense. Indulge your inner Lara Croft as you roam between Cambodia's lesser-known Angkorian ruins.

Concealed by the jungle, off the beaten path and delightfully free from crowds, many of Cambodia’s hidden gems are surprisingly easy to reach from Siem Reap. These quieter temples are enigmas - we never cease to be amazed by how few people we see there, despite being so close to Angkor Wat.

Ride around the city in a Cambodian tuktuk and visit a variety of nighttime venues, from classic (and classy) bars to vibrant local restaurants, sampling exotic cocktails and even more exotic cuisine, all of which feature and abundance of fresh and local ingredients. Khmer herbs and spices light up the flavors of striking Cambodian dishes while the bright lights of the city offer unique photo opportunities at some of Phnom Penh’s most renowned landmarks. This is a special city exploration that offers a fun, exotic, and incredibly unique Cambodian culinary experience.

Discover rural Cambodia on a day trip from Siem Reap or Phnom Penh (or immerse yourself further by staying with a local family in a homestay) and experience the lush, green paddy fields of the Khmer countryside and the warm welcome of its agricultural communities.

Leave the gentle bustle of Cambodia’s cities and embrace the chance to learn about the small farming communities that most Cambodians still live in. See how families work together to make bamboo sticky rice cakes to sell in markets, visit a Buddhist monastery for a rare insight into the daily life of a monk, sample local cuisine, and take a boat across the tranquil waters of the West Baray reservoir to spot birds fluttering among the ancient Khmer ruins

See Battambang through the eyes of a local with a guided bicycle tour of the town and its surroundings. Capture the essence of daily life while riding past cottage industries, busy markets and vibrant fields. Stop often to meet with the locals and soak-in the beauty of the countryside.