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Traditional Weaving Village: Explore Island Life
4.7
86 Ratings
Phnom Penh
Embark on a Mekong Silk Island Cruise where you can enjoy unlimited beer, soft drinks, and a fresh fruit platter. Explore a traditional weaving village, visit a Silk Farm, and experience the local lifestyle.
Embark on a Mekong Silk Island Cruise where you can enjoy unlimited beer, soft drinks, and a fresh fruit platter. Explore a traditional weaving village, visit a Silk Farm, and experience the local lifestyle.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Silk Island - This is an enjoyable trip to explore the lifestyle of the people on the island, which is a traditional weaving village. The boat trip to the island will take one hour. On the way, you will see the stilted houses, fishing villages, Mekong and Four Faces Rivers. When we get to the island, we will take a Tuk Tuk around the village, so…
- Silk Island - This is an enjoyable trip to explore the lifestyle of the people on the island, which is a traditional weaving village. The boat trip to the island will take one hour. On the way, you will see the stilted houses, fishing villages, Mekong and Four Faces Rivers. When we get to the island, we will take a Tuk Tuk around the village, so we can see the mango and banana plantations and the different crops that are grown on the island. You will also visit a Silk Farm, Buddhist monastery and the children in a local school (subject to the school schedule that day).
What's Included
- Unlimited beer and soft drinks
- Fresh fruit platter
- English speaking guide
- One way hotel pick up
- Tuk Tuk trip around the island
- Entrance fee
- Unlimited beer and soft drinks
- Fresh fruit platter
- English speaking guide
- One way hotel pick up
- Tuk Tuk trip around the island
- Entrance fee
What's Not Included
- Hotel drop off is not included
- Hotel drop off is not included
Additional Information
This is an enjoyable trip to explore the lifestyle of the people on the island, which is a traditional weaving village. The boat trip to the island will take one hour. On the way, you will see the stilted houses, fishing villages, Mekong and Four Faces Rivers. When we get to the island, we will take a Tuk Tuk around the village, so we can see the mango…
This is an enjoyable trip to explore the lifestyle of the people on the island, which is a traditional weaving village. The boat trip to the island will take one hour. On the way, you will see the stilted houses, fishing villages, Mekong and Four Faces Rivers. When we get to the island, we will take a Tuk Tuk around the village, so we can see the mango and banana plantations and the different crops that are grown on the island. You will also visit a Silk Farm, Buddhist monastery and the children in a local school (subject to the school schedule that day).
Location
Memorable Cambodia Cruise
street 90
By the riverside (In front of street 90)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(86 Ratings)
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Ukthennwse
Apr 30, 2025
Great trip both for views & silk - We booked a group tour but there was only us so the boat trip part was excellent. Nice views and pick up was on time from hotel.
The guide was enthusiastic and I enjoyed learning a little about buddhism and the differences in Cambodia at the temple although my kids thought it was a bit too much detail! It was also nice to see a village in contrast to busy phnom penh.
Enjoyed the silk farm. Interesting to see the process. Yes the handmade silk is relatively expensive but once you understand how many days each takes to make it makes sense, and the prices are actually way less than if you buy the handmade silk scarves at the airport duty free! They also have cheaper machine made options if you prefer.
On the way back we were served fruit that our guide bought fresh at the village, which was a nice touch.
Be warned they dont return you to the hotel but its an easy walk to post office square from where the boat finishes.
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Johnmb9585iv
Apr 5, 2025
Silk Island - We went on the afternoon sail with just two other couples. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and showed a passion for his country and its history. The island was very self sufficient with a variety of crops and to learn how the silk was formed and to see the looms in action and the intricate patterns being made was fascinating. It was a sunny day and the boat journey there and back together with the beer made for a great trip. Thoroughly recommend.
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Steven_b
Mar 25, 2025
This was a last minute... - This was a last minute excursion booked. The guide was knowledgeable and had good knowledge to share. Somewhat expensive for the level of service ( boat and refreshments) but we enjoyed the tour
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Debmarshall69
Mar 20, 2025
Good little boat trip on Mekong River - We were picked up from our hotel which was great as wouldn’t have know where to go otherwise.
We were part of a small group which isn’t an issue but easier for the guide more so.
1st part of the trip was a 45min boat ride to Silk Island
2nd part we were shown and explained about the tombs on the island and the people who lived on the island.
3rd part was a small tuk tuk ride to the place where they looked after the silk worms through to making silk garments. Then tuk tuk back to the boat.
4th 45min boat ride back to Phonm Penh
Beer and drinks were offered constantly and fruit was lovely a fresh.
I even got to sail/steer the boat.
Would recommend this trip but not if you have issues with walking as the walk to and off the boat is dangerous.
Worth booking.
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Linda_f
Mar 2, 2025
A fascinating insight into traditional island life. - This was a very enjoyable half day trip. Our guide was very knowledgable and interesting; his English was excellent.
The boat trip to and from the island was very relaxing and a lovely break from the heat and bustle of Phnom Penh. When on the island we learned a lot about traditional island life and its agriculture. We travelled by tuk tuk to the island’s traditional silk weaving centre where we saw the weavers create their traditional silk scarves. This was fascinating! I would highly recommend this trip.
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Joris
Feb 1, 2025
Nice experience - Welcoming and friendly guide.
He's taking care of the passengers.
The description of the activity is consistent with reality.
Regarding the Silk Island itself, the silk spinning workshops were interesting but the infrastructure also included an old "park" (animal??) which is abandoned.
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Rebz_g
Jan 16, 2025
Lovely afternoon tour - Really nice afternoon tour! Small group, friendly and informative guide. Lots of beer and yummy fruit. Really interesting to see a different way of life and learn about silk weaving. Was very impressed. Would recommend!
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Martin_d
Dec 28, 2024
Very relaxing - It was nice ro take a break away from the busy city on this small cruise. Great guide and nice visit of a rural area.
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G9846jlsharonp
Feb 28, 2025
Lovely afternoon - Good trip with excellent guide. Only us two booked so got very personal tour which was great. Cruise really nice with drinks, fruit snacks n way back. Learnt about island life and saw silk ‘farming’ and weaving. No pressure to purchase. Would recommend.
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Mary
Feb 2, 2025
Not value for money - I thought it was an authentic silk weaving island. Yes they show you the loom and silk worm etc but there were too many products on display to have been made by hand. Also the usual "hard sell" and "I give you special discount ". If the product is original then the official fixed price should apply.
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