Sihanoukville City Tour for Cruise Passengers: Small-Group Guide

Walk through Sihanoukville's markets and temples, then unwind on the beach

A small-group city tour of Sihanoukville for cruise passengers, starting at Independence Monument and moving through local markets, fishing piers, temples and beaches with an English-speaking guide. The tour includes pickup from your cruise shuttle drop-off point and runs five to six hours, ending with return transport to your ship. Cold water and tissues are provided throughout.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Sihanoukville city highlights

• Meet at shuttle drop-off point
• Visit Independence Monument
• Explore Tomnub Rolork - Koh Preap Pier
• Shop and sample food at Phsar Leu Market
• Visit Wat Krom temple
• Pass by Golden Lions Roundabout
• See Statue of Preah Thong and Neang Neak
• Stroll along Otres or Sokha Beach
• Return to shuttle station

The experience

The Independence Monument, built in 1985 to honor Cambodia's independence, is where your guide meets you with a signage bearing your name. From there, the tour moves through the city's working heart: Tomnub Rolork. Koh Preap Pier, a busy fishing port where you'll see traditional maritime life without the tourist overlay, then Phsar Leu Market, where vendors sell fresh produce, seafood and street food. The market runs daily from 7 am to 6 pm, and your guide will help you navigate the stalls and try local dishes like spring rolls and grilled meats.

After the market, you'll climb to Wat Krom, a Buddhist temple on a hilltop with views across Sihanoukville and the Gulf of Thailand. The temple holds a large reclining Buddha and a shrine to the local deity Ya-Mao. Next is the Statue of Preah Thong and Neang Neak at Ream Beach roundabout: Cambodia's largest copper statue at 27.34 meters, erected in 2022, depicting the legendary co-founders of the ancient Khmer state. A quick stop at the Golden Lions Roundabout, built in 1996 with two golden lion statues, rounds out the cultural landmarks.

The tour ends with a stroll along Otres Beach or Sokha Beach, where you can rest and grab a coffee or lunch at your own expense if you want. Your guide then drops you at the shuttle bus station for your return to the cruise ship. The whole outing runs five to six hours, and you travel in shared air-conditioned transport with a small group of other cruise passengers.

What’s included

• Pickup from your cruise shuttle drop-off point with a printed nameplate.
• shared air-conditioned transport with other cruise passengers.
• an experienced English-speaking guide throughout.
• cold bottled water and tissues.
• drop-off at the shuttle bus station for your return to the ship.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 07:30, 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Book up to5h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3)

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelNot for heart conditionsNot for back problems

Operated by Green Era Travel

Is this one for you?Pickup from your cruise shuttle drop-off point and return to the same station means you don't need to arrange transport or navigate the city on your own. The tour is built around cruise schedules and ends in time for you to board back to your ship.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How do I meet the guide when I get off my cruise ship?

Take the free shuttle bus provided by your cruise line when you disembark. The shuttle will drop you at either Sihanoukville Port Gate 1 or the Independence Monument, depending on your cruise's arrangement. Your guide will be waiting with a signage printed with your name.

What is Tomnub Rolork? Koh Preap Pier like to visit?

Tomnub Rolork: Koh Preap Pier is a working fishing port where you can see traditional maritime practices and local fishermen at work. It lacks tourist facilities, so the atmosphere is authentic but raw. The trade-off is that you get a genuine glimpse of Sihanoukville's fishing heritage rather than a polished attraction.

Can I buy and eat food at Phsar Leu Market?

Yes. Phsar Leu Market is a lively hub where you can interact with vendors, bargain, and sample street food including fresh spring rolls, grilled meats and sweet coconut desserts. The market is open daily from 7 am to 6 pm, and your guide will help you navigate it.

What makes Wat Krom temple worth visiting?

Wat Krom sits on a hilltop with stunning views of Sihanoukville city and the Gulf of Thailand. It features a large reclining Buddha and a shrine dedicated to the local deity Ya-Mao, offering a peaceful cultural landmark away from the busier parts of the city.

How much time do I get to relax on the beach?

The tour ends with a stroll along Otres Beach or Sokha Beach, where you can unwind and rest before heading back to your ship. You can order a coffee or lunch at your own expense if you'd like to linger, though the exact time depends on your tour's schedule.