Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West is set to close the year with style, soul, and cinematic flair, launching a once-in-a-lifetime festive journey that begins aboard a privately chartered train to the Cambodian coastline.
Taking place from 28–31 December 2025, this four-day experience redefines the idea of a year-end escape. From the moment guests step aboard the train in Phnom Penh, they will be immersed in a world of refined elegance and slow travel. The train — reserved exclusively for Knai Bang Chatt guests — evokes the golden age of rail, where time stretches, conversation flows, and white-linen lunches are served with fine wine and silver service.
After this rare and indulgent beginning, the journey continues with three nights at Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West, Cambodia’s iconic coastal sanctuary where barefoot luxury meets regenerative travel. Across four days, guests are invited to reconnect with nature, community, and themselves — through meaningful cultural experiences, coastal adventures, wellness rituals, and festive celebrations infused with local charm.
A Rare Journey by Rail
The experience begins early on the morning of December 28 at Phnom Penh train station. Guests are welcomed with coffee and fresh pastries, before gliding through the Cambodian countryside in private comfort. Onboard, an elegant seafood lunch is prepared and served by the Kep West culinary team, featuring freshly sourced ingredients and paired wines. The ambiance blends vintage elegance with modern indulgence, offering a chance to slow down and savour the rare luxury of journeying by rail.
Upon arrival at Kep Station, guests are met with traditional tuk-tuks for a breezy ride through the coastal landscape to Knai Bang Chatt, where a welcome of cool towels and sea breeze awaits. Later that evening, sunset cocktails are served at The Deck, the resort’s rooftop bar overlooking the Gulf of Thailand, accompanied by live festive music. Dinner follows at Crab & Co., where Kep’s famed seafood is reimagined through Kep West’s signature culinary style.
Coastal Discovery, Wellness & Wonder
Day two begins with optional yoga and guided meditation at sunrise, allowing guests to start the day in stillness. Afterwards, a private boat sets out for a dolphin spotting cruise, where breakfast is served at sea — artisanal breads, juices, and warm coffee against a backdrop of endless blue.
Mid-morning brings an arrival at a remote island, where Marine Conservation Cambodia (MCC) leads guests on a guided exploration of marine ecosystems and restoration efforts. A beach BBQ, prepared on-site by Kep West chefs, offers a barefoot dining experience under the trees, before returning to Kep by boat for an afternoon of rest or exploration.
A Celebration of Culture and Craft
On day three, after breakfast at leisure, guests are invited to explore the region’s rich heritage with a guided cultural tour. The itinerary includes a visit to colonial-era villas, hilltop pagodas, fragrant pepper plantations, and the vibrant Crab Market, offering a deeper sense of Kep’s history and present.
Lunch is served at The Wave, Kep West’s cliffside restaurant, where local ingredients and global inspiration meet. The afternoon offers an opportunity for spa treatments, sailing lessons, or a quiet moment by the pool.
As the sun begins to set, guests board a private vessel for a sunset cruise along the coast, accompanied by canapés and champagne. For those seeking a final flourish, an optional Chef’s Table Degustation Dinner offers a wine-paired tasting menu celebrating the region’s most exceptional ingredients in a refined, intimate setting.
An Ending to Remember
For guests heading back to Phnom Penh, return transfers are arranged by car or optional rail. For others, there is the choice to extend the journey with Kep West’s End-of-Year Party and New Year’s Brunch, a joyful celebration complete with live music, flowing cocktails, and the fresh optimism of a new year on the coast.
Dates: 28–31 December 2025 Price: $1,500 per person Children under 12: 50% discount
Inclusions:
- One-way private luxury train journey from Phnom Penh to Kep
- Elegant onboard lunch with wine
- Three nights’ seafront accommodation at Knai Bang Chatt
- All meals, excursions, wellness sessions, and internal transfers as per itinerary
- Private island experience with MCC
- Live music, sunset cruises, and curated cultural experiences Optional Upgrades:
- Return train or car transfer to Phnom Penh
- Wine-paired Chef’s Table Dinner
- Spa and wellness experiences
- End-of-Year Party and New Year’s Brunch with added night stay
Knai Bang Chatt by Kep West continues to reimagine what meaningful travel looks like. With this exclusive festive offering, the brand fuses nostalgic elegance with regenerative values.