7 days / 7 nights
Start: Phnom Penh (PNH) / End: Siem Reap (REP)
Trip Pace: Fast-paced with boutique accommodations, walking in hot temperatures, and some long car rides.*
The Essentials:
Experience Cambodia’s stunning (and delicious) highlights on this all-inclusive 7-day trip for vegan travelers. This one-of-a-kind experience travels from the capital city of Phnom Penh, through the vibrant countryside of Battambang, and finishes with a bang in Siem Reap with Angkor Wat’s ruined temples. We’ll discover Cambodia’s incredible cuisine, history, and beauty, and meet the locals who have called this place home for generations.
Price
From $1,600 USD per person based on double occupancy. A $500 per person deposit is required to reserve your spot. Remaining balances are collected 14 days before the trip starts. Single occupancy fee is $300 USD per person. Prices change slightly due to seasonality.
Group Size
All of our scheduled departures are intimate join-in groups of 4-12 guests per trip.
Hotel & Transport
Each boutique guesthouse offers impeccable comfort and amenities while exemplifying Cambodian hospitality and culture. All inter-city transportation is done by our private, climate-controlled VIP van and friendly driver.
Activity Highlights
Explore off the beaten path Angkor Wat temples plus sunrise viewing, experience all three Lost Plate Food Tours throughout Phnom Penh & Siem Reap, make four vegan dishes at a local cooking class, explore Battambang’s countryside and visit local villagers, visit S21 genocide museum, enjoy a sunset river cruise, plus a lot more.
Meals
Cambodia’s only vegan-focused 7-day trip! Breakfast, lunch, and dinner is included every day. Each meal is carefully curated, varied, plentiful, and includes soft drinks & local beer. We guarantee you’ll never go hungry (or thirsty).
Private Trips
We accept private tour requests at any time for groups of 2 or more people. At this time we are not offering customized itineraries.
Free Online Q&A Sessions
Schedule a free and private 20-minute session with a member of our team and get all of your questions answered.
Small group departures are scheduled for November 17-24, 2024 and March 22-29, 2025.
We also accept private trip requests for any date, contact us to inquire.
You told us you wanted plant-based travel options and we listened; this is our newest and most innovative travel experience yet! Picture this: Wandering through the lively streets of Phnom Penh savoring the local street food, exploring the artistic charm of Battambang’s vibrant countryside, and discovering the ancient temples of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap — all while indulging in mouthwatering vegan delights.
Eating a plant-based diet doesn’t mean you need to miss out on the authentic dishes locals love. We’ve worked with our favorite local vendors and restaurants to offer vegan versions of their traditional dishes. Try all of the mango, papaya, and banana leaf salads, national dishes like tofu amok curry and mushroom lok lak, savory crepes made with turmeric and coconut milk, a private cooking class, and SO MUCH MORE!
Choosing a vegan diet isn’t just a personal choice; it’s a powerful way to make a positive impact on our planet. It significantly reduces water consumption, greenhouse gas emissions, and deforestation – all issues we face in SE Asia which is experiencing urban development at record pace. Whether you’re a dedicated vegan or just curious about the lifestyle, this is a great way to travel with a group of like-minded adventurers who share a passion for delicious food and a positive impact.
Yes, this is a vegan food-forward trip. But Cambodia is so much more than the unforgettable cuisine, which is why we’ve taken this trip a step further. If you want to experience the real Cambodia, everything from today’s modern capital to remote villages and rice wine distillers, then you’re in for a delicious adventure. If you want an authentic experience meeting locals, including our team of top-rated guides, for a true glimpse into all edges of this incredible country, then this is the trip for you.
Cambodia's only vegan and food-forward multi-day tour where all entrance tickets, meals, and drinks are included, and every detail is mindfully arranged for a worry-free trip.
Enjoy carefully chosen boutique guesthouses that exemplify local charm and character, and our private climate-controlled VIP van with friendly driver.
Led by our own team of Lost Plate trip leaders and guides to ensure a personal, professional, and fun experience - you'll feel like you're traveling with a new friend.
From Phnom Penh's bustling markets and their mom n' pop eateries, to a sunset cruise through the confluence of its three major rivers, experience Cambodia's capital far beyond what your guidebook suggests.
Known as the art and soul of Cambodia, the artist enclave of Battambang is also home to an authentic countryside full of villages, markets, distillers, and bat caves.
Spend two days exploring the ruined temples of Angkor Wat, plus Siem Reap's vibrant food and nightlife scene (and cool off with plenty of pool time).
Driving: Approx. 45 mins from the airport to your hotel.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the heart of Phnom Penh.
Driving: All of the rides around the city today will be short rides by tuktuk.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the heart of Phnom Penh (same as previous night).
Driving: Battambang is a 4-5 hour drive from Phnom Penh, which we’ll enjoy in our own private van. We’ll make stops along the way to stretch our legs and have lunch.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the center of Battambang.
Driving: The morning exploration will take 2-3 hours by bike or tuktuk (each guest can choose what they prefer), with a lot of stops along the way. Total distance is about 20 km. The afternoon exploration will involve riding in tuktuks for a total 1 hour, broken up by plenty of long stops.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the center of Battambang (same as previous night).
Driving: Siem Reap is a 3 hour drive from Battambang, which we’ll enjoy in our own private van. We’ll make stops along the way to stretch our legs.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the center of Siem Reap.
Driving: Today’s temple exploration will be done by tuktuk. We’ll be out until after lunch with many long stops along the way. Our food tour is 4 hours by tuktuk with plenty more long stops.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the center of Siem Reap (same as previous night).
Driving: Our drive to Angkor Wat and back will take about 30 minutes each way, by tuktuk. Dinner is a short drive away by tuktuk.
Hotel: Boutique guesthouse in the center of Siem Reap (same as previous night).
This itinerary is subject to changes and adjustments based on seasonality and local operations.
* A note about the trip pace: While we have carefully planned this trip to include some free time and relaxation, the activities will include constantly being on your feet in hot weather. We also have optional bike riding, open-air tuktuk rides, and two lengthy van rides (between 3-5 hours with breaks). This trip is ideal for those who are physically fit, who can keep up with a fast-paced itinerary for 7 days, and whom have an adventurous spirit. Since this is a join-in trip, it is not always possible to adjust the itinerary for individuals. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us before booking – we’re always happy to provide more information and answer any questions.
Feb 24 - Mar 2, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Mar 30 - Apr 6, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Apr 27 - May 4, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
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$1400 USD
June 8-15, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
July 6-13, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Aug 3-10, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Sept 7-14, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Oct 5-12, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Nov 2-9, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1400 USD
Dec 7-14, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
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$1600 USD
Dec 21-28, 2024
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
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$1600 USD
Jan 4-11, 2025
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1600 USD
Jan 18-25, 2025
Discover the Tastes, Temples, and Tales of Authentic Cambodia
Spots Available
$1600 USD
Our Philosophy.
We’re a small team of passionate locals who plan trips the same way we like to travel. Our trips are a perfect blend of well-researched meals and culinary activities, up-close and personal experiences that give you insight into the local culture and history, and ample free time for you to explore and relax on your own. The places we visit and sightsee won’t perfectly match what your guidebook suggests, and we don’t think of ourselves as guides – we want you to feel like you’re traveling with a new friend. Our ultimate goal is providing a worry-free trip where you’ll love every bite and every mile.
First things first. Cambodia doesn’t have many vegan-only restaurants. On this trip, most of the restaurants we visit are everyday restaurants that are able to provide us with vegan options.
In general, our goal is to offer vegan travelers the same dishes that a non-vegan traveler or local would enjoy. Of course this isn’t always possible, but we are confident you’ll walk away with an extremely strong insight into our cuisine and food culture.
This is our bread and (vegan) butter, so to speak. If you know anything about Lost Plate, you know that you’ll never go hungry. All meals are included on this trip and offer a huge variety of dishes in large quantities.
Lunches and dinners also include beer. Non-alcoholic options such mineral water and soft drinks will always be available. Drinks like wine and cocktails will not be available at the restaurants we visit, however we do offer them when noted in the itinerary.
We eat where the locals eat (not where the tourists eat). These are often small, family run eateries that specialize in regional dishes. It requires extensive research and repetitive testing to ensure the safety of the food we eat. We personally build relationships with each restaurant and vendor that we visit, and locals don’t frequent a place if their food isn’t tasty, unsafe, or unhygienic. Of course hygiene will be different here than in your home country, and its important to understand that it doesn’t mean the food is unsafe to eat.
We have a zero-tolerance policy with all of our vendors. This means that if we get sick or feel uncomfortable after a meal, we will not visit again. With that said, it’s not unusual for western stomachs to need some time in order to adjust to the local cuisine and ingredients. If you’re well-traveled, you already understand, but everyone should be prepared to tolerate these adjustments.
This trip will be difficult for anyone with severe allergies to common foods (like peanuts) as we cannot guarantee the absence of those foods or that cross-contamination won’t occur.
Gluten-free diets can be accommodated as the primary carb in Cambodia is rice and rice noodles. Those that can digest soy sauce will have more options.
Please let us know when paying your deposit if you have any special dietary requirements, or contact us prior to booking if you have any questions.
We’ve rated this trip a level of 3 out of 4. While there is no strenuous activity required, you will be on and off your feet throughout every day as we sightsee and explore. This will be done during the day, when temperatures and humidity are high. Due to the nature and logistics of this trip, we are not always able to make adjustments for individuals. Therefore, the trip will be best enjoyed for those who are physically fit and have an adventurous spirit.
Out of the enjoyment for all guests, we do not recommend young or pre-teen children on this trip. Due to the schedule each day, it is important that we stay on time, and therefore will not always have an opportunity for you to take breaks or go back to your hotel for rest. This is a fast-paced, 7-day trip in a hot and tropical climate, so it is necessary for each guest to have the necessary stamina to enjoy that environment.
Due to limited capacities on our trips, discounts are not generally provided for children and are assessed on a case-by-case basis (largely depending on your hotel room arrangement).
We ask that families with pre-teen children exercise their own judgement and contact us prior to booking. We are happy to accept private trip requests for families with small children.
Flights to and from Cambodia are not included. This gives you the flexibility to arrive and depart when you would like, on the flights of your choice. All transportation done during the trip will be done by private VIP van.
Please note that this trip will begin and end in different cities.
All nationalities (aside from a few SEA countries) require a tourist visa when entering Cambodia. This visa can either be obtained online prior to your arrival, or at the airport upon arrival. The cost for the visa is between $30-36 USD.
In general, it is not necessary to receive any special vaccinations when visiting Cambodia. With that said, we always suggest following your local CDC guidelines. Please conduct your own research, ask a medical professional, and make your own personal decision based on what you are comfortable with.
Yes! Feel free to stay extra days before and/or after our itinerary. We are able to pass on our special hotel rates so you don’t need to switch hotels as well. Just let us know your dates and we will check rates and availability for you.
Please note that airport pickup and drop-offs to/from the airport are not available for those that arrive before our itinerary starts or depart after it ends.
The minimum number of guests for this trip is 4, and the maximum is 12. All of our trips guarantee a small, intimate group for your pleasure and enjoyment – no big busses and tour guides waving flags here.
Your trip will have one Lost Plate trip leader with you the entire time and one driver/vehicle that stays with us for all inter-city transportation. In addition, you will be joined by a local guide when visiting local sights.
All of our guides and trip leaders are employees of Lost Plate and trained by our founder. We do not outsource staff like other travel companies.
Cambodia has a tropical climate with warm temperatures throughout the year. In other words, it’s hot and steamy. The good news is that you can throw on shorts and a tshirt every day without thinking twice. The climate is also characterized by two seasons:
The dry season runs from December through April, when it brings sunny and consistently dry weather. Temperatures in December and January are also the “coolest” of the year, with highs rarely above 30 degrees celsius and lows that may dip into the upper teens celsius. March and April are the hottest months of the year (reaching unbearable), before the rains come.
The rainy season, which runs from May through November, see hot temps that are accompanied with high humidity. Regular rains help cool things down from the midday sun.
Of course climate these days is not clockwork, so you can expect some fluctuation with each “shoulder season.” There are advantages and disadvantages to each season, and in general, it is fine to visit Cambodia during any time of year. We offer regular departures year-round, but limit them during the hottest months (March-May) and offer more during the peak season (November-February).
Yes! This trip is available for private groups of 2 or more people (based on availability). Pricing will increase for private groups under 8 people. At this time we are not offering customized itineraries. Contact us with your request and we’ll let you know specific details and pricing.
Our trips are in high demand and have limited spots. Deposits are non-refundable for any reason, including sickness, unless the trip is cancelled by Lost Plate due to the minimum number of guests not being met. Balance payments for the trip are required 14 days before the trip begins and are not refundable if you need to cancel.
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