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Silk Island by Tuk Tuk

Phnom Penh
CategoryPopular
LocationPhnom Penh
Departure timesDeparture confirmed with booking

Silk Island by Tuk Tuk

About this experience

Cross the Mekong by ferry and discover Silk Island at an easy pace by tuk-tuk. Travel through rural lanes, family farms and weaving communities while a local guide introduces everyday island life and Cambodia’s silk-making heritage. The relaxed route is ideal for travellers who want a cultural countryside experience without cycling.

Meeting point & pickup

Departure point: Round-trip transfer to and from your hotel in Phnom Penh.

Tour schedule & highlights

Departure Time: 08:00-12:30 (Duration: Approximately 4.5 hours, half-day plan) Departure/Drop-off Location: Round-trip transfer to and from your hotel in Phnom Penh is included, making it very convenient. Guide: A knowledgeable local professional English-speaking guide will accompany you. The tour starts from Phnom Penh city, and you will board a local ferry with your tuk-tuk to cross the Mekong River and head to the island. ① Morning Local Market: Upon arrival on the island, you will stroll through a lively outdoor market bustling with locals. While listening to your guide's explanations, you can sample unique Cambodian tropical fruits and traditional local snacks. ② Traditional Silk Weaving Workshop: Visit a stilt house and observe traditional silk and cotton hand-weaving techniques that have been passed down for generations. The process from raising silkworms to spinning the thread and weaving beautiful cloth on a single loom is a true artisanal feat. ③ Tofu Skin Making Workshop: We will visit a small workshop in Koh Dak village that has been making tofu skin for decades, run by a family. This is a valuable cultural experience where you can learn firsthand about local wisdom and traditional industries rooted in the region. ④ Drive through Beautiful Rural Villages and Buddhist Temples (Mekong Farmland & Temple): We will ride in a tuk-tuk, speeding along picturesque country roads with orchards, rice terraces, and tranquil farmland. Along the way, we will stop at a beautiful local Buddhist temple (wat) and experience Cambodian religion and culture.

Pricing & what is included

Adult $35, child $31 (6-13 years) Includes: Hotel transfers, English-speaking guide, private tuk-tuk, round-trip ferry fare, water and snacks.

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