Phnom Penh’s official port at the juncture of the Mekong and Tonlé Sap stands apart from other cruise ports by turning a river stop into a full immersion into Cambodia’s capital city. The newly designed terminal pairs practical efficiency with warm, local hospitality, offering easy embarkation and disembarkation, climate-controlled lounges, and shore experiences that flow as smoothly as the river itself. From the walkable riverfront you can step into a city where the ornate Royal Palace, the Silver Pagoda and the National Museum sit alongside bustling markets, cafes and sunset bars; signature experiences include a guided stroll through the palace complex, a private tuk-tuk or cyclo tour through French-colonial streets, and a sunset Mekong cruise that reveals Phnom Penh’s glowing skyline. Shore programs are crafted to showcase destinations within reach: the palace precincts, the Central Market’s art deco splendor, and nearby cultural workshops in lacquer, silk weaving, or traditional dance. The port also serves as a gateway to longer Mekong itineraries, with fleets designed for shallow-draft rivers, wide deck spaces, and smooth gangways that welcome mid-size river vessels with minimal disruption. Onboard services mirror the city’s hospitality: multilingual guides, Cambodian culinary experiences, onshore excursions coordinated to suit different paces, spa and wellness options, and locally inspired performances that leave guests with an authentic, memorable sense of Phnom Penh’s river-laced identity.
