Silk Island & countryside of Phnom Penh by Tuk Tuk
Overview
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We explore the local villages on the Mekong Island and learn about their lifestyle as much as the silk weaving that it is the main job for them after the farming or fishing.
With this Tuk Tuk tour, we also visit the local market, some of the local business that they produce bean curt for sale and visit the farmland where the farmer growing ginners, cucumbers, eggplants, lemongrass, corn, banana, papaya and mango etc.
For lip up the tour, we visit silk weaving workshop & sedge mat weaving and learn how they make it before we go to visit the Buddha temple and lean more about religion in Cambodia and enjoy local lunch at the river view floating restaurant with a relaxing on the hammock before we back to Phnom Penh.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Child rate applies only when sharing with 2 paying adults
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Availability for shows cannot be checked without making a booking. Credit cards will only be charged upon confirmation of show availability
Dress code is formal
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Our tour begins with an exciting ferry crossing at the confluence of three majestic rivers: the Mekong, Tonle Sap, and Bassac. From there, we head to charming local villages, where you'll take a leisurely stroll to experience the rhythm of local life and visit a vibrant wet market. As we continue, immerse yourself in the lush countryside, passing through a variety of plantations, including mango, banana, corn, and lemongrass farms. After a refreshing break at a village, we hop back on our Tuk Tuk (Romork) to witness the intricate art of sedge mat weaving, a traditional craft practiced by villagers along the Mekong River. The adventure continues with stops at serene paddy fields and picturesque lotus farms before we arrive at a silk weaving workshop, where you'll marvel at the skill and dedication behind this timeless craft. This journey offers a perfect blend of culture, nature, and authentic local experiences!
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After a refreshing break and a meaningful connection with local artisans at the silk weaving workshop, we continue our Tuk Tuk adventure to Silk Island. Here, you’ll explore the lush ginger and vegetable farms and visit a local business where bean curd, a staple ingredient in Cambodian dishes like soups and stir-fried noodles, is produced. As we journey across the island, we’ll stop at a serene Buddha monastery to delve into the rich spiritual traditions and learn more about religion in Cambodia. To complete the experience, enjoy a delicious lunch or dinner at a local restaurant, savoring authentic flavors. Finally, we take a scenic ferry ride back and return you to your hotel in Phnom Penh, leaving you with unforgettable memories of this unique cultural journey.
What‘s Included
Ferry crossing fee & contribution to the villager
Professional English speaking guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Travel by Tuk Tuk (Romork) with experience driver
Tropical fruits & lunch or diner with the locals
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
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Silk Island & countryside of Phnom Penh by Tuk Tuk
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Reviews
65 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Wonderful private tour to the countryside
alexjg62,,Dec 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Interesting to see life in the countryside and so close to the city. Seeing a silk scarf lifecycle from cocoon, weaving to finished product. Lunch by the river was relaxing and tasty.
Wonderful afternoon on...
Julie P,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful afternoon on Silk Island. Great to be in the countryside. Really interesting visit to the silk farm and a quick stop at a place making tofu skin. Stopped at a beautifully painted nun temple. Lovely meal by the river as the sun set. Mon, our guide, was friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend this trip to escape the hustle of the city.
Fantastic island tour!!
Boazbelity,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tong is just a great guide!! Knowledgeful, courteous, efficient, courteous. There are no words to describe how much we enjoy the tour with him! Everything was done without rush, we stayed wherever we wanted, Tong invited us to ask questions, answered courteously and sometimes with humor. Great exchange for the price!
Recommend Mr. Sok Mon, experienced guide and Chelsea, our Tuk tuk driver!
Alexis M,,Nov 18, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Traveling through Phnom Penh and the Silk and Mekong islands with Suk Mon and Chhel was an unforgettable experience. Suk Mon served as our guide, bringing deep knowledge, thoughtful explanations, and a spirit of adventure to every stop. His ability to connect us with the rhythms of Cambodian life, whether introducing us to silk weavers, explaining the interdependence of family businesses, or guiding us through sunbaked villages, made the journey both educational and inspiring. Alongside him, Chhel, an experienced tuk tuk driver and proud grandfather of three, navigated the bustling streets of Phnom Penh and the quiet paths of the islands with remarkable skill and warmth. Together, they created a seamless balance: Suk Mon as the storyteller and cultural interpreter, and Chhel as the trusted navigator who carried us safely and comfortably between city and countryside. Highlights included distinguishing between different herbs, medicinal plants, and crops, on local farms, learning about silk and cotton weaving, visiting soybean producers, and enjoying a delicious lunch at a floating restaurant on Mekong Island, complete with fresh coconut water and hammocks by the river. Thanks to their guidance and care, we witnessed firsthand the many ways families sustain themselves and contribute to Phnom Penh, leaving us with memories of not just a tour, but a heartfelt connection to Cambodian life.
Interesting visit
Voyageurparisien2,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00You can access it by tuk tuk easily and enjoy the interesting tour of silk making Be careful , prices at the shop are exorbitant (between 25 and 100 dollars a stole)
Very professional tour put together to give you an insight to local industry, customs and way of life
Leanman21,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really enjoyed this tour. Only 2 of us on it and it made the itinerary a little more flexible. You get a great insight to local customs and way of life. The temples are spectacular and we were the only ones there! Lunch on the floating restaurant was huge and tasty. An excellent tour all round
Silk island in a Tuk Tuk
jacqvann,,Oct 7, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00What a great experience to see the local sights from a Tuk tuk ! Our driver was excellent and our guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. From the bumpy roads to the rickety bridge to lunch the whole tour was amazing from start to finish. Most definitely recommend!
Nice trip❤️
AnnKristin H,,Oct 5, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic trip. We have really fed us and feel we have been seeing the beautiful side of Phnom Penh. We had a good guide❤️
Highlight of my trip
Didibuay,,Jul 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I really love the trip my guide was perfect. He is witty, he explains about the journey and he provided a very tailored trip to myself, skipping sights that I am not keen and staying on and introducing things I enjoyed
Vana Silk Island Tuktuk Tour
H6032ATmonicab,,May 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Loved every part of our day! Our Tuk tuk driver and guide (Mon) were so friendly and helpful. The stall holders at the market were engaging and friendly. I enjoyed tasting rice cakes wrapped in banana leaves. My friend and I both loved the talented silk craftswomen who welcomed us to their home, taught us how to spin silk and use the manual loom to make scarves. We enjoyed beautiful locally grown fruit and came away with beautiful scarves for ourselves, family and friends. It was an enjoyable educational experience. We saw a machine operated loom which was much noisier than the earlier loom, tried tofu skin and visited temples with Buddhist monks and another with Buddhist nuns. We also interacted with local villagers and enjoyed a delicious lunch with a beautiful view over the water. I am coeliac so can’t eat gluten and am happy to report that Mon ensured my food was safe for me. Loved everything about our day and this was all due to our lovely Tuk tuk driver and guide. I have no hesitation recommending them. Thanks for a wonderful day out 🙏👏🙌♥️
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