Private Tour
Taste of Cambodia Countryside with Traditional Cooking Classes
Overview
Available languages
1 day
Mobile ticket
Escape the hustle and bustle of city life and embark on a culinary journey through the serene countryside surrounding Siem Reap. Our Country Tour with Cooking Classes offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the rich flavors and traditions of Cambodian cuisine while exploring the picturesque landscapes and vibrant rural communities. Join us as we uncover the secrets of Khmer cooking and savor the authentic tastes of Cambodia's countryside.
Explore Rural Life:
Departing from Siem Reap, our country tour takes you off the beaten path to discover the tranquil beauty of rural Cambodia. Traverse verdant rice paddies, lush palm groves, and quaint villages nestled along the Tonle Sap River, where time seems to slow down amidst the peaceful rhythms of agrarian life. Engage with local farmers, fishermen, and artisans as you gain insights into traditional livelihoods and age-old customs.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Tour includes the ingredients for cooking. You will eat your meal when you have finished cooking it. Let us know if you have any special dietary requirements and we will accommodate you.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
During this unique countryside and cooking class experience, travelers will discover the authentic lifestyle, culture, and flavors of rural Cambodia far away from the busy tourist areas. The journey begins with a scenic drive through peaceful villages, rice fields, palm trees, local farms, and traditional Khmer communities where guests can observe everyday countryside life. Along the way, travelers will have opportunities to interact with friendly local villagers, visit traditional markets, and learn about fresh Cambodian ingredients, herbs, spices, and vegetables commonly used in Khmer cuisine. Guests will experience the charm of rural Cambodia while enjoying beautiful landscapes and authentic cultural encounters. The highlight of the experience is a hands-on Cambodian cooking class led by local cooks or experienced chefs. Travelers will learn how to prepare traditional Khmer dishes step-by-step using fresh local ingredients and traditional cooking techniques. Popular dishes may include authentic Khmer curry, fresh spring rolls, Amok, local desserts, and other regional specialties.
What‘s Included
Transport
Lunch
Ingredients for cooking class
Ox Cart Ride
English Speaking Tour Guide
Drinks
Meeting points
Siem Reap
Siem Reap Cambodia
End points
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Options
Taste of Cambodia Countryside with Traditional Cooking Classes
Pickup included
Reviews
3 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A authentic Cambodian experience
j l,May 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Out of the city and into the country side, I saw what real life was like in Cambodia, with buffalo drawn carts, local weaving and a quick school visit with the opportunity to interact with the children. Then back for authentic Khmer cooking class.
The Unforgettable Trip of my family.
Davann75,Jan 1, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Having kids as teenagers is kind of difficult ‘till I had a trip to Siem Reap and met Mr. Pich who did a great job and created lots of memories for my family. Especially, my relationship with family and kids became closer and closer by taking a trip to Siem Reap. BTW, Thanks Mr. Pich and hope to see ya again. After the Covid-19 pandemic.
An enjoyable day experiencing different dimensions of Cambodia (with Pich)
KevinH1282,Feb 15, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were a group of 3 adults, 1 teenage, and 3 kids. At 8:30am, our tour guide Pich picked us up from the hotel with 2 tuk tuks. The 1-hour ride going from the city to the countryside was quite fun. The countryside was a bit dusty, and our guide was very thoughtful to give us masks. On the way, we stopped by a field to have a look at some plants and animals. Then we reached Roluos Market. Pich led us through the market, and stopped by some of the stalls for us to try the fruits and food. Then we had a chance to visit a secondary school to interact with the students and teachers. This was my favourite part. After the visit, our guide arranged 2 ox carts for us. We rode for about 30 minutes. After that, Pich took us to a really nice restaurant. We had traditional Cambodian lunch in a hut (with Wi-Fi access) surrounded by trees and flowers. After lunch, the original plan was to take us back to the hotel to rest until 3:00pm. But instead, we requested them to take us to the War Museum for a 1-hour visit. After that, they drove us to Lucky Mall, where we did some supermarket shopping before meeting up with the second party (Sophos Cooking Class). From there, another set of Tuk Tuks took us to the cooking class venue, which was a semi-open wooden house right beside the chef's home. Sophos was very professional. He took us around the countryside on foot to have a look (and smell) of the organic gardens, briefing us about how the different plants for cooking. We also picked spices on the way. Back to the house, he taught us how to cook a 3-course Cambodian meal. We enjoyed cooking and eating our self-made dinner. Overall, the day was excellent and nicely arranged. The tour fee already included transportation to and from hotel, lunch, cooking class, and ingredients for cooking class.
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