Inspiring Adventure to Explore the World-Famous Angkor Wat
Embark on this heritage journey and explore the mysterious monuments of the former capital of the Khmer Empire of Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom. Witness the marvellous carvings of Hindu myths on the Angkor Wat temple and the remnants of the Khmer Empire at Koh Ker Temples. Walk through the jungle temple of Ta Prohm and the beautiful waters and greenery at Phnom Kulen mountain.
Highlights
- Explore the world-famous Angkor Wat and its temples
- Walk through the jungle to reach the Ta Prohm Temple, also called the jungle temple
- See the Bayon temple, said to be the heart of Angkor Thom
- Go to the sacred Phnom Kulen Mountain
- Visit the temple complex at Koh Kor
- Enjoy the boat ride to Kampong Phluk Floating village
- Watch a traditional Apsara dance
Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive in Siem Reap
Meet the tour representative, who will pick you up from Siem Reap International Airport and head to the hotel.
Check in at the hotel, meet the tour guide and start the journey to visit Kompong Phluk Floating Village, which is 30 kilometres southeast of Siem Reap.
See where the people have courageously adapted to some of the most unimaginable conditions, all with big smiles on their faces. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere in this one-of-a-kind village from the comfort of the boats. You will also visit fish and crocodile farms. Return to the hotel.
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Meet the tour representative in the afternoon, who will pick you up from Siem Reap International Airport and head to the hotel.
Check in at the hotel and meet the tour guide to do the city tour, shop and enjoy a buffet dinner at a local restaurant, and watch a traditional Apsara dance, evoking classical myths.
Day 2: Explore the Site of Angkor Thom
Have breakfast at 08:30 am, and you will head out with your guide to Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of the Khmer empire. Starting at the South Gate, you will explore the complex and visit the central Bayon temple, the 3-tiered Hindu Baphoun temple, and the Terrace of the Elephants, which is part of the walled city.
Visit the Ta Prohm jungle temple, built by King Jayavarman VII in 1186. You may recognize the temple and the jungle that has engulfed it from the Hollywood movie Tomb Raider.
Stop for lunch at a local restaurant before visiting the iconic Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Day 3: Go to the Phnom Kulen Mountain
Experience the rich culture of Cambodia on this full-day tour of the sacred Kulen Mountain, birthplace of the Khmer Empire, where you will see thousands of linga carvings. Continue to the ancient temple of Bantaey Srey, one of the most unique temples of the Angkor complex.
Following a hotel pick-up in Siem Reap, drive to Phnom Kulen Mountain, widely regarded as the site of the beginnings of the ancient Khmer Empire. The isolated chain of mountain plateau lies south of the Dangrek Mountains, approximately 29 miles (48 kilometers) north of Siem Reap. Considered a holy mountain in Cambodia, it is of special religious significance and a place of pilgrimage for Hindus and Buddhists.
The site of thousands of Linga carvings under the water stream, among the highlights you will explore are the 16th-century statue of a Grand Reclining Buddha, and the cascades of the Big Waterfall.
After lunch by the waterfall, continue to Bantaey Srey temple, which once belonged to the medieval capitals of Yasodharapura and Angkor Thom. Considered a jewel of Khmer art, you will admire the carvings in the temple’s red sandstone walls and see ornate pediments that depict Khmer myths and legends.
Day 4: Visit the Temple Complex at Koh Ker
You’ll start out with the 130-kilometer drive through the scenic countryside from Siem Reap to the remote site of the Koh Ker temple group. The temple complex at Koh Kor, located to the north-east of Siem Reap, represents the remnants of the capital of the Khmer empire from 928-944 A.D.
Visit Beng Mealea temple next, built at the end of 11th century. This sprawling jungle temple covers an area of more than a square kilometer, and is now largely overrun by vegetation.
Constructed in a distinctly Angkor Wat style by the same king, Beng Melea temple may have served as a prototype for Angkor Wat. Although there are some lintel carvings, there are no bas-reliefs and carvings are relatively scarce.
When the temple was in active use, its walls may have been covered, painted, or adorned with frescoes. In it time, Beng Melea was at the crossroads of several major routes that ran to Angkor, Koh Ker, and Preah Vihear.
Day 5: Transfer to Siem Reap International Airport
Explore the Old Market for souvenirs or Psa Leu for a more local shopping experience. Visit the Artisans D´Angkor workshop and Theam´s House (depending on time) to see how local handicrafts are made. A private transfer will take you to the Siem Reap Angkor International Airport. (Transfer from the hotel in Siem Reap to Phnom Penh International Airport is possible on request with an extra charge.)
Private Tour:
Price in USD Per Person
- From 1 Pax = 767USD Per Person
- From 2 Pax = 569USD Per Person
- From 3-6 Pax = 481USD Per Person
- From 7-15 Pax = 438USD Per Person
What's Included
- Pick up and drop off from airport-hotel-airport
- Pick up and drop off from the hotel in Siem Reap
- Cool drinking water during the tour
- Professional English-speaking tour guide
- All transportation in the destination location
- Ticket boat
- All entry fees
- Spa 60 minutes
- Buffet dinner with Apsara dancing show
- All the services mentioned in the description
What's Excluded
- Personal expenses
- Lunch and Dinner
- Tips for the Cambodian guide and driver
- Any service not mentioned in the description
What to bring
Comfortable shoes
Loose, lightweight, long clothing that is both respectful and cool in the hot Asian climate
Know before you go
Remember:
Dress standards are conservative throughout Asia, especially outside major cities.
To respect this and for your own comfort, please wear modest clothing. This means clothing that covers your shoulders and knees. The Apsara Authority, which manages the park, reserves the right to refuse entry to certain areas of the site for guests who wear clothing that is considered immodest.
No smoking, drinking alcohol, or touching the carvings is permitted in and around the temples.
Closure of site: The third level of Angkor Wat is not open during Buddhist holidays.
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Note:
Pick up and drop off at the hotel in Siem Reap City Please wait in the hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
CANCELATION POLICY:
- 24 hour and more days before departure free of charge
- Less than 24 hours before departure 100%