Tour Type: Private Tour which departs subject to your requirements.
Tour Itinerary:
Day 1: The Roluos Temple Group & Life on the Water
On your first day you will drive the short distance to the Roluos group of temples, the oldest of all Angkorian temples. Here you will visit the temples of Lolei, Preah Ko, and the pyramid of Bakong. From Roluos you will take a boat trip to the floating village of Kompong Phluk and witness this incredible floating community.
You will continue across the Tonle Sap Lake, the largest in South East Asia, and arrive at Siem Reap port dominated by the holy mountain of Phnom Krom. After climbing this you will be treated to a glorious sunset over the surrounding paddy fields and lake. You will then return to Siem Reap where the evening is free at your leisure.
(L)
Day 2: The Small Circuit & Angkor Thom
This morning you will explore the Small Circuit. This tour includes the huge pyramid of Takeo, and the jungle-clad Ta Prohm, made famous by the Hollywood blockbuster ‘Tomb Raider’. You continue to visit Sras Srang, known as the King's bathing pond, and Banteay Kdei, before exploring Prasat Kravan, an elegant brick temple.
After lunch you explore the impressive Royal City of Angkor Thom, where you will find the Bayon, a temple famed for its many gigantic carved faces smiling beguilingly down at you. You will also visit other important sites in this immense walled city, including the pyramid of Baphuon, Phimeanakas, and the royal viewing stands known as the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. If you have the time your guide will take you to an excellent spot for watching a mesmerising Angkor Wat sunset. The evening is free at your leisure.
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Day 3: Banteay Srei & the Grand Circuit
This morning you head 30km north to visit the captivating and beautiful temple of Banteay Srei or ‘Fortress of the Women’. The journey allows you to experience the beautiful Cambodian countryside as you pass through small typical villages, on-route you will visit Banteay Samre. Banteay Srei is an elaborately decorated temple, embellished with floral motifs and scenes from the Ramayana, all carved from pink sandstone.
It is said the carvings must have been done by women as the detail is too fine for the hands of a man. You will return to town for lunch. After lunch you continue your Angkor encounter with a visit to the spectacular temples of the Grand Circuit, beginning with Preah Khan or ‘Sacred Sword’, one of the largest temples at Angkor. You continue to Neak Pean surrounded by fountains and ponds. Next is Ta Som and its famous strangler fig tree. Finally, you arrive at Pre Rup, a pleasant spot to experience another Angkor sunset if you wish. This evening you will enjoy dinner and a fascinating Apsara dance show at a local restaurant.
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Day 4: Angkor Wat & Local Crafts
You may choose to rise early today to catch the sun rising from behind Angkor Wat’s five carved towers - after being awed you return to your hotel for breakfast. After breakfast it is time to further discover the magnificent Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious building.
You will return to town for lunch, after which you take a short 15km drive to the village of Puok to visit the Artisans d’Angkor Silk Farm. Artisan’s d’Angkor creates the opportunity for young Cambodians to find gainful employment in their home villages by teaching traditional Khmer handicraft techniques, such as stone & wood carving, lacquering & gilding, and silk weaving.
There is an on-site boutique which allows a great opportunity for finding those last minute quality souvenirs. On the return journey to Siem Reap you will stop-off at the West Baray, a vast Angkor Empire man-made reservoir that still contains water today.
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Member discount:
10% discount for InfoHub customer. Request a free gift certificate.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
The tour price is in US$ per person and the exact price depends on the number of people traveling together and the grade of hotels / restaurants required. Please contact us for an initial quote.
Inclusions:
All sightseeing tour and transfer services as detailed in the itinerary, English speaking local guides (other languages available on request), all accommodation based on 2 sharing a room (3 star standard), all entrance fees for attractions included in the itinerary, private air conditioned vehicles, daily drinking water whilst sightseeing, all meals as detailed in the itinerary (B = Breakfast - L = Lunch - D = Dinner).
Exclusions:
Services not detailed in the itinerary, International flights to and from Siem Reap, Cambodian Visa fees, International airport departure tax, expenditure of a personal nature, travel insurance, any payment / money transfer charges.
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