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Very good and informative...
Very good and informative and emotional. The guide was brilliant and the prison especially was a stark reminder of the inhumane treatment of the Khmer Rouge
Cambodia killing field history Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 4h 15min
- Price from
- $18 / person
- Location
- Phnom Penh, Cambodia
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 20 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 20
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Cambodia green tour and transport
Description
A professional English speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the killing fields of Choeung Ek Genocide Center – 9 miles away south of Phnom Penh. The infamous killing fields have a bloody history. Once an orchard and a Chinese cemetery, the Khmer Rouge, lead by Pol Pot, turned the place into what became known as the killing fields, where they executed around 20.000 victim. Over three years, they massacred and buried 2.5 million people. After remembering the dead, return to Phnom Penh to visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21). Meaning hill of the poisonous trees, Pol Pot turned a once popular high school into a high security prison. 20,000 people were imprisoned there, many of whom were tortured for information. Today it serves as a museum and a reminder of darker days. Your guide will return you to your hotel or guesthouse. We pick up only the hotel center.Thank you!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 8:15 AM and 1:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult (ages 18–25)
- $18
- Senior (ages 30–80)
- $18
- Youth (ages 15–17)
- $18
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Choeung Ek Genocidal Center
the killing fields of Choeung Ek Genocide Center – 15km away south of Phnom Penh. The infamous killing fields have a bloody history. Once an orchard and a Chinese cemetery, the Khmer Rouge, lead by Pol Pot, turned the place into what became known as the killing fields, where they executed around 20.000 victim. Over three years, they massacred and buried 2.5 million people. After remembering the dead
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21). Meaning hill of the poisonous trees, Pol Pot turned a once popular high school into a high security prison. 20,000 people were imprisoned there, many of whom were tortured for information. Today it serves as a museum and a reminder of darker days.
What's included
Included
Clean, hygienic, good and safe transportation
Air-conditioned vehicle
A professional English speaking tour guide with driver
Cold water
Not included
The killing field entrance fee tickets 3$/person.
The Toul Sleng Genocide entrance fee ticket 5$/person
Tipping service and other personal expenses.
Personal travel insurance
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
20 reviews
How it compares in Phnom Penh
- Starting price $18 is 70% below the typical $60 for tours of similar length in Phnom Penh
Excurgo comparison of 566 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cambodia killing field history Tour take?
Cambodia killing field history Tour lasts about 4h 15min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Cambodia killing field history Tour cost?
Prices start at $18 per person for this Phnom Penh experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cambodia killing field history Tour run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 8:15 AM and 1:30 PM.
Can I cancel Cambodia killing field history Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Pickup points include Phuminh Hotel Riverside, Dara Reang Sey Hotel.
What languages is Cambodia killing field history Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 20 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Cambodia killing field history Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 20 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Cambodia green tour and transport.
Reviews(20)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
A
A must visit.
We were very lucky to have Ran as our guide. He was able to bring his own personal experiences to deepen, what is already a very poignant history. The tour itself was very well organised, and we were in a small group with 6 others (who we didn't know before.) As you might expect, the tour to the Genocide Museum was emotional, with a lot of photos of the prisoners. To hear their stories and stand in the cells they were kept in was very hard but they need to be remembered. We saw the last 2 survivors of the prison, now aged 88 and 95. We have no reservations recommending this tour to you.
T
Very interesting, informative tour.
This was a very interesting, informative tour. Really enjoyed it, although it was sad and shocking too. Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared his own experiences of the time. Would recommend for sure.
Z
The killing fields and Genocide museum
It was an eye opening experience to experience the Genocide Museum and the Killing Fields. Our guide was very very knowledgeable and gave us a very informative and tour. It was actually a class for me. I’m so glad I did this trip. I got some new insight. Sad history and glad I’m more educated on it now. This is a must do trip. The guide and driver are super helpful, a professional and friendly.
T
A very sad but interesting tour
100% recommended for history lovers. The tour is very explicit and graphic, but history is told exactly as it happened.
G
Excellent Tour
Interesting tour, Neang was an excellent guide and shared a lot of his knowledge with us. I would definitely recommend it to a friend!
J
An excellent fun experience with a great guide. I would highly recommend it.
An emotional 😭 moving historical experience. Our guide was respectful knowledgeable and enjoyable. I highly recommend it.
F
Incredible experience
One of the best experiences I ever had. Great tour guide and he was very knowledgable with history. You can tell how personal these events were to him and his family. Great guidance throughout both places.
T
Excellent tour with great English speaking guide
This is a great way to get a real understanding of the Khmer Rouge regime. The tour was well planned and very detailed. Mr Seth was excellent, he spoke in lots of detail and on a very honest and personal level. We would highly recommend this tour.
M
Very informative tour, at a good price
Very informative tour, at a good price. The guide's descriptions of the tragic events at the Killing Fields were very sad, but also clear and insightful. I could have maybe spent a little bit longer at each site, but overall the half-day tour felt like it was about the right length.
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