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Description
Go for an exclusive temple tour in Cambodia wherein you will see some of the most beautiful temple complexes of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Banteay Kdei, Kravan, and Preah Khan. Couple it up with the visit to some magical floating villages like Kampong Pluk and make sure to get some beautiful handicrafts.
Highlights
- Watch the mesmerizing sunset at Angkor Wat and Bakeng temple
- Delve deeper into Buddhist culture through the Preah Khan Temple
- Observe the exquisite island temple Neak Poan
- Travel to see the Bantey Srei, Ladies Temple
- Admire the beauty of the floating village of Kampong Pluk
- Look at the Preah Ko, The Sacred Bull
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Day 1: Angkor wat - Angkor Thom -Ta Prohm expand_more
Meet your guide at 4:40 am for Angkor Wat sunrise views. This complex is one of the most significant monuments in the world with the masterpiece of scriptures of Hinduism legends.
Return to the hotel for breakfast and then head towards Angkor Thom south gate. This place was the last city of the Khmer empire.
Move to Bayon to see the four-sided tower of Maha Yana Buddhism that represents the four noble minds of Buddha in deep heart smiles and peaceful icons.
Walk straight to Baphoun, a Hindu temple built before Angkor Wat in the 11th century.
Next, we continue to the outside of Angkor Thom to see Ta Nie built by Jayavarman VII, dedicated to his ancestor.
Go to see the Ta Prohm temple.
Continue to see the Kravan temple built in the 9th century and dedicated to the Vishu God by King Isan Varaman I.
- Return to the hotel after sightseeing.
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Day 2: Preah Khan - Banteay Kdei - Bakheng Temple expand_more
- Start at 8:00 a.m. to see the Preah Khan temple built by King Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his father.
Continue to see Neak Poan, a small island temple located in the middle of the last Barray. This temple was constructed by a Khmer King in the Angkor Area.
Visit the temple of Ta Som, a small but classic temple that rises three levels and is crowned by five towers.
After a busy morning, you will rest for lunch at a local restaurant. Then, afterwards, head to Pre Rup temple that was constructed in the late 10th century dedicated to Hindu gods.
Next, visit the Banteay Kdei Buddhist temple that was constructed in the 12th century.
- Then, continue to the Bakheng Temple, which is considered to be the best place for pleasant sunset views around the temple with linga of Shiva, green views, mountain and Angkor Wat towers. Note: the period is limited for tourists on Bakheng Mount, so we will try to get you there as early as possible.
- At your request, we can go for a buffet dinner whilst watching a traditional Cambodian performance for insights into soul arts from the ancient Khmer empire.
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Day 3: Banteay Srei - Banteay Samre - Tonle Sap Lake expand_more
At 8:00 a.m., meet your guide in the lobby and travel to see the Banteay Srei or Ladies temple, the one that was built using pink sandstone during the half of the 10th century by the Hindu King Rajendravarman II. This temple dedicates to the Trinity Gods.
On the way back, we will stop to see the Sugar Palm villages. You can see local people making sugar palms here.
Stop by the Banteay Samre Hindu temple, constructed in the 12th century.
Continue to see the Tonle Sap Lake at Kampong Pluk village, which is also a floating village.
Have lunch at noon, and continue to see Preah Ko, a Sacred Bull that derives its name from the three statues of sandstone located in the front of the temple's central towers.
On the way back, stop at the local market of Phsa Leur to see the artisans of Angkor, known for its traditional crafts.
- Head back to the hotel for a night stay.
What's Included
English-speaking Siem Reap (Cambodian) tour guide
Car/Van/Bus with air-conditioning
Parking fees/tolls and petrol
Cool pure drinking water and towels
Private tour
Local taxes
Pick up and drop off
Fruit snacks
What's Excluded
Angkor Pass
Meals and soft drinks
Boat ticket (20 dollars each)
Other expenses
Personal Travel Insurance
What to bring
- Anti-mosquito sprays
- Sunscreen
Know before you go
All tourists must wear clothes suited to Angkor Conducts (Shirt covering shoulder and pants covering knees).
Children do not need the Angkor temple pass if they are under 12 years old, but they need to carry a passport copy.
Public transportation
We have to stand in front of the camera for a ticket to the Ticket Office.
Most travelers can participate.
Gratuity is recommended
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
| The group size and price | |
| 1 To 3 | USD 300 Per Group |
| 4 To 9 | USD 350 Per Group |
| 9 To 15 | USD 400 Per Group |
This is a private tour | |