Authentic Village Experience – Khna Por Community Tour

Step away from the bustling city and immerse yourself in the authentic rural life of Cambodia with this unique village experience. Located just 30 minutes from Siem Reap, the Khna Por community offers a glimpse into the traditional skills and daily life of local villagers. Learn about age-old practices such as manual rice milling, roof panel crafting, and palm sugar production—all passed down through generations. Engage with local artisans, enjoy a home-cooked village lunch, and optionally take an ox cart ride through the picturesque countryside. This tour is a perfect opportunity to connect with Cambodian culture in a meaningful and interactive way.

Tour Highlights:

• Authentic Rural Experience: Immerse yourself in the heart of rural Cambodia and experience the traditional way of life in Khna Por community, far from the tourist crowds.
• Traditional Crafts and Skills: Witness firsthand the intricate processes of traditional rice milling, grass roof panel making, palm juice and sugar production, and grass broom crafting. Learn about the skills and knowledge passed down through generations.
• Interaction with Locals: Meet and interact with villagers, including an elderly palm sugar maker with decades of experience, a grass roof panel artisan, and a skilled broom maker. Gain insights into their daily lives and traditions.
• Cultural Exchange: Learn about local customs, beliefs, and practices through direct interaction and observation.
• Homemade Village Lunch: Enjoy a delicious and authentic Cambodian lunch prepared by local villagers in a traditional homestay setting.
• Optional Ox Cart Ride: Enhance your rural experience with a traditional ox cart ride through the village and rice paddies (extra cost).
• Scenic Countryside: Enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Cambodian countryside during the drive and village activities.

What to Expect:

• Rural Setting: Khna Por is a rural village, so expect a more rustic environment compared to Siem Reap city.
• Traditional Practices: You’ll witness traditional methods and tools used for rice milling, crafting, and food production, which may differ significantly from modern techniques.
• Hands-on Demonstrations: Observe and learn from locals as they demonstrate their crafts and skills. While you may not actively participate in all activities, you’ll have opportunities to ask questions and learn.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Be respectful of local customs and traditions during your interactions with villagers.
• Simple Living: The homestays and village environment are simple and basic, reflecting the rural lifestyle.
• Delicious Food: Expect a flavorful and satisfying homemade lunch featuring local ingredients and traditional Cambodian dishes.
• Relaxed Pace: The tour offers a relaxed pace, allowing you to soak in the atmosphere and enjoy the experience.
• Meaningful Interactions: This tour provides a chance for meaningful cultural exchange and a deeper understanding of Cambodian rural life.
• Optional Ox Cart Ride: The ox cart ride is an optional activity at an extra cost, providing a fun and unique way to explore the village (be prepared for a bumpy ride!).
• Transportation: Expect comfortable transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle to and from your hotel.

Tour Itinerary:

Pick-Up from Hotel
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel in Siem Reap and drive about 30 minutes to Khna Por community, where you’ll immerse yourself in the authentic rural lifestyle of Cambodia.

Village Activities:

Traditional Rice Mill Process

• Discover how villagers mill rice using only their hands and legs.
• Learn the step-by-step process of creating 100% organic brown rice, different from modern electric-milled rice.

Grass Roof Panel & Homestay Inspection

• Visit a local family whose livelihood depends on handcrafting house roof panels from grass.
• Learn the skills and techniques behind this traditional craftsmanship.
• Tour a local homestay, a great way to understand village living.

Palm Juice & Sugar Making

• Meet an elderly man who has been producing palm juice and sugar for over 60 years.
• Taste fresh palm juice and see how palm sugar is traditionally made.

Grass Broom Making

• Visit an elderly woman who crafts brooms entirely by hand.
• Watch how natural materials are transformed into an essential household item.

Local Village Lunch & Return to Siem Reap

After an enriching morning, enjoy a homemade Cambodian lunch prepared by local villagers before returning to your hotel in Siem Reap.

Optional Activity: Ox Cart Ride (Extra Cost)

For an even more immersive experience, take an Ox Cart ride through the village and rice fields, a traditional mode of transport still used by farmers today.

Drop-Off: Back at your hotel in Siem Reap

Destination	Authentic Village Experience – Khna Por Community Tour Not Rated
Depature	Yes Required
Departure Time	Available
Return Time	Available
Included	English speaking guide Ground transportation by private, air-conditioning One lunch at local homestay Ox-cart ridding (Optional) Mineral water and cold tissues on tours
Excluded	Tipping and other expense
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