Half-Day: Silk Farm, Senteur Angkor, and Satcha Workshop

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ID: GYG845815-1337637
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Country: Cambodia

Duration: 04:00 hours


Description

Discover the traditional crafts of Cambodia on a guided tour of Siem Reap. Visit a silk farm, see the Satcha Handicraft Center, and explore the Senteurs d'Angkor.
Explore the traditional crafts of Cambodia on a guided tour. Visit a silk farm, a bamboo workshop, a handicraft center, and a local artisan market.

Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Siem Reap. Head to a silk farm to see the process of creating traditional silk fabrics. From the carefully cultivated mulberry trees, to the lifecycle of the silkworms, right through to the weaving process, the inspiring origins of the popular silk garments are on display for visitors to appreciate.

Next, go to the Satcha Handicraft Center where you can visit 6 workshops built exclusively with Cambodian bamboo from Kampong Cham. See traditional know-how with contemporary design inspired by Khmer ornaments. Host 50+ artisans and 15 different know-hows including carving, stone, wood, bamboo, leather, weaving, rattan, seagrass, water hyacinth, silk, cotton, painting and lacquer, jewelry, and silver plating.

Continue to Senteurs d'Angkor, a hub for sustainable Cambodian treasures. Immerse in local culture through artisanal products. Finally, go to Artisan d’Angkor where all local handicrafts are made. Return to your hotel in Siem Reap at the end of the tour.

Highlights

  • Discover the magical process of creating traditional silk fabrics
  • Visit the Satcha Handicraft Center and see 6 workshops
  • Explore Senteurs d'Angkor and learn about sustainable Cambodian treasures
  • Visit the Artisan d’Angkor and see local handicrafts being made
  • See the process of creating traditional silk fabrics

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Wear comfortable walking shoes
Bring a camera for photos
Sunscreen and a hat are recommended for outdoor activities
Smoking and consuming food and drinks are not allowed during the tour
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When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.