Duration: Full Day
Tour Type: Private Tour
Location: Siem Reap, Cambodia
Discover two remarkable Khmer temples on a private full-day journey to Banteay Srey and Beng Mealea. Admire the exquisite carvings and delicate details of Banteay Srey before exploring the mysterious jungle atmosphere of Beng Mealea. Travel comfortably with a private vehicle and a professional English-speaking tour guide who will bring the history, architecture, and stories of these ancient temples to life.
Tour Highlights
– Discover the beautifully carved Banteay Srey Temple
– Admire the delicate pink sandstone architecture
– Learn about Khmer history and culture with a professional English-speaking tour guide
– Explore the atmospheric and jungle-surrounded Beng Mealea Temple
– Discover ancient ruins, collapsed galleries, and hidden corners
– Enjoy excellent opportunities for photography
– Travel comfortably in a private air-conditioned vehicle
– Enjoy a personalized private temple experience
Tour Description
Experience the fascinating history and architectural beauty of the Khmer Empire on this private full-day temple tour from Siem Reap. This journey takes you beyond the main Angkor temples to two distinctive destinations, each offering a very different atmosphere and experience.
Your day begins with a convenient pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap. Meet your professional English-speaking tour guide and private driver before traveling through the Cambodian countryside toward the temples.
Banteay Srey Temple
Begin your temple exploration at Banteay Srey, one of Cambodia’s most beautifully decorated Khmer temples.
Often admired for its exceptionally detailed carvings and fine craftsmanship, Banteay Srey is built primarily from pink sandstone, giving the temple a distinctive appearance.
Walk through the temple complex with your professional guide and discover the intricate carvings, decorative lintels, sculptures, and architectural details. Your guide will explain the history and religious significance of the temple while helping you understand the stories represented in its carvings.
Take time to appreciate the delicate craftsmanship and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of the countryside.
Beng Mealea Temple
Continue your journey to Beng Mealea, an atmospheric temple surrounded by trees and vegetation.
Unlike the more restored temples of Angkor, Beng Mealea retains much of its ruined and overgrown character. Large stone blocks, collapsed galleries, ancient walls, and vegetation create an adventurous atmosphere as you explore the site.
Walk through the temple with your professional guide and learn about its architectural style, history, and connection to the wider Angkorian world. The combination of ancient ruins and surrounding nature makes Beng Mealea an excellent destination for travelers looking for a more adventurous and less conventional temple experience.
Lunch Break
Take a relaxing break for lunch at a local restaurant during the tour.
Enjoy Cambodian cuisine and some time to rest before continuing your temple exploration.
Lunch is not included unless specifically stated in the booking.
Return to Siem Reap
After exploring Beng Mealea, relax in your private air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the journey back to Siem Reap.
Your professional English-speaking tour guide and driver will ensure a comfortable and informative experience throughout the day before dropping you safely back at your hotel.
Suggested Time
07:30 AM – Hotel Pick-Up
Meet your professional English-speaking tour guide and private driver at your hotel in Siem Reap.
08:30 AM – Depart for Banteay Srey
Enjoy a scenic drive through the Cambodian countryside.
09:30 AM – Banteay Srey Temple
Explore the temple and admire its exceptional carvings and architecture.
11:00 AM – Depart for Beng Mealea
Continue your journey through the countryside toward Beng Mealea.
12:30 PM – Lunch Break
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. (Lunch is at your own expense.)
02:00 PM – Beng Mealea Temple
Explore the atmospheric ruins, ancient galleries, and jungle surroundings.
04:00 PM – Depart Beng Mealea
Begin the journey back to Siem Reap.
05:30 PM – Hotel Drop-Off
Arrive back at your hotel in Siem Reap.
The suggested schedule may be adjusted according to traffic, weather conditions, temple conditions, and the pace of the private group.
What’s Included
– Private air-conditioned vehicle
– Professional English-speaking tour guide
– Professional private driver
– Hotel pick-up and drop-off in Siem Reap
– Private transportation throughout the tour
– Cold drinking water
– Fuel and parking fees
– Private personalized tour experience
– All destinations mentioned in the itinerary
What’s Not Included
– Temple entrance tickets / admission fees
– Lunch and other meals
– Drinks other than complimentary drinking water
– Personal expenses
– Travel insurance
– Tips and gratuities
– Any services or activities not specifically mentioned in the itinerary
Important Information
Temple Tickets: Entrance fees for Banteay Srey and Beng Mealea are not included unless specifically stated in the booking.
Dress Code: Visitors should wear respectful clothing covering the shoulders and knees when visiting the temples.
Comfortable Footwear: Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, especially for exploring Beng Mealea’s uneven and partially ruined areas.
Private Experience: This is a private tour designed exclusively for your group. The itinerary can be adjusted reasonably according to your interests, walking pace, weather, and available time.
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