🕉️ Signature $2,190/ person 9-Day Immersive Journey
A deep cultural experience weaving temple wonders, sacred rituals and meaningful time with the elders who carry Cambodia's living memory.
Choose Your Charity Journey
created to support our food program
Two carefully designed ways to meet the soul of Cambodia — from a slow, immersive week among ancient temples and elders, to a single heartfelt afternoon in a traditional village.
🕉️ Signature $2,190/ person 
🌾 Gentle Half-Day By request 1-Day Village Connection
A heartwarming half-day visit with elderly friends in a traditional Khmer village — share tea, stories and laughter in the rhythm of everyday life.
Siem Reap · Cambodia 
9 Days · 8 NightsSmall group experience 
Max 6 travelersHandcrafted & intimate 
Temples + Culture + CharityHeritage & community Book the Tour
9-Day Immersive Journey Charity & Culture Tour
A journey with heart in Siem Reap. Connect with local elders, take part in meaningful charity programs, and share unforgetting time with grandmas and grandpas, preparing food, and enjoying a heartfelt dinner together.
9 Days · 8 NightsSmall group experience Max 6 travelersHandcrafted & intimate Temples + Culture + CharityHeritage & community 
A Week That Gives Back
Meaningful Charity
Spend real time with elders, prepare food together, and contribute to community programs that matter.
Iconic Temples & Places
From Angkor's sunrise masterpieces to hidden jungle sanctuaries — Cambodia's living heritage.
Hands-on Workshops
Cooking, crafts, and traditional arts led by local artisans — and time to wander at your own pace.
A week that balances giving back with cultural discovery.
9 Days · Cambodia01
Welcome Arrival & Gentle Welcome
- Airport transfer & warm Khmer greeting
- Settle into your boutique eco stay
- Welcome dinner with your tour family
02
Charity Meet the Elders
- Prepare food baskets and visit a supported rural village
- Meet the grandmas & grandpas we care for and listen to their stories
- See how Art of Kindness supports them throughout the year
03
Wellness & Lotus Lotus Spa & Slow Cambodia
- Optional Lotus Spa (not included) and a visit to a local Lotus Farm
- Lotus lunch and craft workshop with local artisans
- Boat ride with a professional photo session
04
Culture Grandma Seng & Khmer Culture
- Visit Grandma Seng and discover our charity program
- Spend meaningful time with the elderly we support
- Apsara dance with dinner and grannies
05
Exploration Tonlé Sap, Floating Villages & Birdwatching
- Discover the floating villages of Tonlé Sap
- Birdwatching at Prek Toal Sanctuary
- Boat ride through the mangrove forest
06
Temples Angkor Sunrise & Ancient Capitals
- Sunrise at Angkor Wat
- Explore Bayon, Ta Prohm & jungle temples
- Khmer lunch and quiet moments for reflection
07
Charity Dinner A Table for Everyone
- Cook and serve a special meal for the elderly
- Invite our grandmas & grandpas to join us
- Share food, music, dance and traditional performances
08
Last Day Together Free Time & Farewell
- Explore local markets at your own pace
- Optional spa, cycling, yoga or hidden cafés
- Free time to wander and enjoy Siem Reap
09
Departure Until We Meet Again
- Breakfast & airport transfer
- Leave Cambodia with photographs, memories and new friendships
- And the feeling that your journey made someone’s life a little brighter 🤍
If you would like to experience how little acts of kindness can ultimately build to moments that have a significant impact, then this is the trip for you. My sincerest gratitude for all you are doing with this unique adventure.
— Gayle Thompson
Reserve your place in this journey.
Small groups fill quickly. Share a few details and we'll send a confirmation within 24 hours
- Flexible payment plan available (20% early booking discount until December 1)
- Solo, family and couple travelers welcome
- Departures 2027: March 15–23 and September 19–27
Your hosts
Meet Samalia & Leo
Samalia Swan
Artist · Founder of Art of Kindness
I've lived in Cambodia for over two years, and together with our fund we now support more than 30 grandmothers. I create these tours to share the beauty, warmth and kindness I found here — so you can feel it too. I truly believe Angkor is a place of power: it changes people.
Leonardo
My son · Videos, Reels & good vibes
Leo films our journey, helps with everything along the way and keeps the atmosphere light and fun. Thanks to him, every guest leaves with beautiful videos and Reels of their trip.
2+years in Cambodia
30+grandmothers supported
235Kcommunity on Instagram
100%
of tour profits go to the Art of Kindness Fund
Each guest of our first tour provided food and medicine for one grandmother for six months. And it doesn't end when you fly home — you stay connected to the elders you met and see how your support keeps helping them. See our reports →
Reserve your place · from $1,752 →From our guests
Stories that stayed with them
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The Art of Kindness tour was truly life changing. I chose to travel here with my mom to give back to the elderly, but what we received from Cambodia, its culture and her beautiful people was ten fold! The tour was incredibly well thought out and the balance of seeing wonderful things and spending time with the elderly was perfect. Samalia's mission brings hope and love for everyone involved.
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Shari Thompson
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It's hard to put into words what being part of the Art of Kindness Tour means to me, so in short: it's a transformative experience. The connections you make are deeply meaningful, and the elders' kindness, humility, and joy will leave a permanent imprint on your heart. Come with an open heart and an open mind, and I promise, you cannot leave unchanged.
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Nga Thi Le
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This experience has been so much more than delivering food to the elderly. Samalia has created such a bond with the elders that it feels like family. To listen to a granny ask for four walls, or say no to clothes, just to come back and see her — it is profound. This is not a mission, this is clearly what Samalia was made to do.
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Ashley Thompson
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Every day brought new, remarkable moments. My fondest memory is the second-to-last day, when we prepared dinner for the local community. Even though the rain came down in buckets, pure warmth radiated from everyone. A piece of my soul will forever remain in Cambodia — with people who are worth every single mile.
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Mariola Kaziur
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What touched me most was learning that this mission is about more than a one-time act of kindness. It's an ongoing commitment to supporting elders in the Siem Reap community. Seeing how these efforts provide not just food, but dignity, connection, and a sense of belonging made the experience even more meaningful.
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Nga Thi Le
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There are no words to describe the happiness and joy of the first ladies we visited. It was heartwarming to see them hug Samalia with such gratitude. It definitely gives new perspectives on personal struggles, and I wish Samalia the best of luck in her endeavours to feed, house and bring joy to the elderly.
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Quan Lee
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I'm still processing… but y'all have changed me. The trip changed me. The first time I've been thankful for the Instagram algorithm for leading me to you and these women! I can't wait to spread the word at home, and can't wait to get back and squeeze all the grannies… especially Sarun.
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Ashley Thompson
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We have boarded and are physically ready for the next adventure, but not ready on every other level. We call back all parts of our soul and promise to return! Thank you all for everything, it was truly magical.
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Gayle Thompson
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Truly one of the most life changing and transformative weeks of my life. I'm so grateful to have met each of you and shared this incredible journey together. I'll forever cherish the memories, the laughter, the connections, and the beautiful moments we created along the way.
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Nga Thi Le
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Thank you again Samalia and Leo! It was a pleasure to meet and travel with you guys, hands down the best trip of my life! I am so grateful to now be lifelong friends.
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Ashley Thompson
A Journey of Kindness
Nine days, countless little moments, and memories we will carry with us.
Day 1
Welcome to Siem Reap
Day 2
Meeting the Grandmas
This experience has been so much more than delivering food to the elderly. Samalia has created such a bond with the elders that it feels like family welcome in family home. It is beautiful to see how much trust and love they have for Samalia, Leo and her mission, she is mother.
— Ashley
Day 3
Dinner with the Elderly
Day 4
Angkor Wat & Apsara Dance
It was a pleasure to meet and travel with you guys, hands down best trip of my life!!
— Ashley
Day 5
A Day of Connection
From the bottom of my heart, I want to thank Samalia for founding this organization and bringing such an extraordinary project to life. I know for sure that I will return. A piece of my soul will forever remain in Cambodia—with people who are worth every single mile.
— Mariola
Day 6
Lotus Farm
Day 7
Floating Village
Day 8
Our Last Days Together
Truly one of the most life changing and transformative weeks of my life.
— Lee
Day 9
Until We Meet Again
I feel incredibly grateful and privileged to be part of something so special and to experience Cambodia through kindness, connection, and giving back 🤍
— Nga Lee
The Details
What’s Included
Everything you need for a meaningful journey through Cambodia.
Thoughtfully included
What’s Included
- Airport transfers in Siem Reap
- Accommodation in boutique eco hotel
- Breakfasts
- All guided experiences & excursions
- Temple visits & cultural activities
- Charity village visits
- Meals during selected group activities
- Transportation during the tour
- Workshops (Lotus Silk Farm)
- Photo & video memories
Considered separately
Not Included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Visa fee
- Personal expenses
- Meals outside itinerary
- Optional spa or private activities
Flexible & caring
Life happens, and plans change. If you let us know at least one week before your tour, you can easily reschedule for another date.
A one-day human-to-human experience
One-Day Village
Connection Tour
Visiting Siem Reap for a short time? If you cannot join our longer journey, you can still step into a real Cambodian village for one meaningful day — meet its elders, share a meal, and leave with a different sense of the place.
→ Request availability
Limited to once a month — by personal request only.
About the tour
Connection, love, warmth, kindness,
and cultural exchange.
You will visit a real Cambodian village and spend time with elderly people who are my friends. They are aware of the visits, gave their consent, and genuinely enjoy meeting new people. During these four hours, we share food, stories, and the small rituals that make a life — not as tourists, but as guests.
What we do together
Four hours, six small rituals, one shared day.
Every step is unhurried and optional. You are invited to take part at whatever pace feels right for you.
Collective grocery purchase
We shop together at the local market for the ingredients of the day — fresh produce, fish, rice, and small treats for the elders.
Visit 4 elders' homes
We move slowly from house to house, welcomed as guests. Each visit is short, personal, and shaped by the elder we are seeing that day.
Bring food & small gifts
The groceries we bought and small thoughtful gifts are offered with both hands — a quiet way of saying "we came to share, not to take."
Talk, listen, share stories
We translate, we listen, we laugh. Some elders tell stories from before the war, some show photos, some simply hold your hand.
Daily life, traditions & crafts
You will see how food is cooked over open fire, how mats are woven, how fruits are gathered, and how time moves differently outside the city.
Simple traditional food
We finish the day with a humble meal at a local place.
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Volunteering with Samalia was one of the most beautiful experiences I had during my trip to Cambodia. I will never forget the people I met that day built on care and respect.
Experience warmth & the beauty of giving
Available no more than once a month.
Because each visit is personal and the elders are real people with their own rhythm, we run this experience only when the day feels right. Please reach out in advance to ask about upcoming availability — we will tell you honestly what is open.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you wonder
Everything you wonder
before saying yes
Honest answers about the journey, the giving, and the small beautiful details — so you can choose your dates with an open heart and a clear mind.
For kind-hearted travelers, dreamers and givers.
Accommodation, daily activities, some meals, transportation and translation during the tour, all charity expenses, photo and video memories, and all planned experiences in itinerary, except the optional Lotus Spa, which is not included.
And a contribution to the elderly support program in Cambodia.
Flights to and from the Siem Reap, insurance, visa (if required), meals in cafes and restaurants (except for ones in itinerary), personal expenses.
Maximum 6 people — small enough to stay cozy, personal, and flexible.
Absolutely. Many travelers come solo — and quickly find friends. From the moment you arrive, we take care of you as part of the group.
We stay in comfortable boutique hotels with authentic local charm: peaceful, artistic, and cozy. Every location is personally chosen by me for its energy and beauty.
Some meals are included, listed in itinerary, like hotel breakfast, picnics, snacks, charity, farewell or welcome dinner. But most meals in cafes and restaurants are not included. Expect around $15–20 per day. Everyone is free to choose what they love, while still sharing the joy of being at one table.
Yes! You'll receive beautiful Reels and photos capturing the essence of your journey — perfect for your memories or sharing online.
Every dollar of every tour's profit goes directly to our Art of Kindness Fund to support elderly people in Cambodia.
During the Cambodia tour, you'll personally meet and help the elders we care for. Deliver groceries, take part in preparing a community dinner. All costs already included in the tour.
Just choose your destination and dates, and send a message through the contact form. To reserve your spot, a 50% deposit is required, and then your journey begins.
Perfectly okay! Many of our participants start off feeling shy, and by the second day, everyone feels like a family. You can follow your own pace, join in when you feel comfortable, and still be part of the shared creative and soulful experience.
These are not just trips.
Every tour combines culture, connection, and giving. You don't just see the places, you live them. You connect with locals, support elderly people, and leave with memories, and a deeper sense of purpose.
We are very flexible, you can contact us up to a week before the tour, and we'll happily transfer your deposit to another date.
Still have a question? Write to me — I read every message personally.