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Devote 3 Days To Angkor's Highlights
  • Tour Category

    Group Tour

  • Tour Types

    Architecture, Archeology, History

  • Duration

    3 Days

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    Cambodian, English

Description

Devote 3 days to seeing the most important religious sites in Angkor: Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom temple complexes, Ta Phrom, and the floating village on Tonle Sap Lake. See Prasat Kravan, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, Ta Keo, Thommanon, and Chau Say Thevoda, and more. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor, stretched over 400 sq. km & home to the remains of the erstwhile Khmer Empire, housing some of the most important archaeological sites in Southeast Asia! 

Highlights
  • Explore Angkor Wat & Angkor Thom Temple Complexes
  • See the floating village at Tonle Sap Lake
  • Sightsee the Ta Phrom Complex
  • Enjoy the quiet beauty of Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, and Ta Keo
  • Behold the charm of Thommanon, Preah Khan, and Chau Say Thevoda 
  • Day 1: Angkor Thom - Angkor Wat - Prasat Kravan expand_more
    • The tour begins with a visit to the Angor Thom temple complex in the morning. See the following attractions with your Siem Reap tour guide:

      • South Gate: the best-preserved part of the complex, it is a grand structure lined with carved faces and figurines.

      • Bayon: a Khmer Buddhist temple believed to have been built around the 12th or 13 th century. 

      • Baphuon: a three-tiered temple, supposed to have been built in the mid 11th century.

      • Royal Palace: built by king Suryavarman I and used continuously from the 11th to the late 16th century AD by the Khmer dynasty.

      • Phimeanakas: is a Hindu temple built at the end of the 10th century, during the reign of Rajendravarman and completed by Suryavarman I.

      •  Elephant's Terrace: this is the terrace believed to have been used by Jayavarman VII to see his returning, victorious army. 

      • Leper King's Terrace: the terrace of the king Dharmaraja. 

    • After a break for lunch, we proceed to the Angor Wat Temple complex. We partake in the following activities here:

      • Angkor Wat: a Buddhist temple in Cambodia, this is the largest religious site in the world. 

      • Sunset on Bakheng Hill: a breathtaking sight as you bring your magical day to a close. 

  • Day 2: Prasat Kravan - East Mebon expand_more

    After breakfast, set out to spend this day exploring the Prasat Kravan, which houses a set of 5 red brick towers. The highlights would be:

    • Banteay Kdei: translating to 'a citadel of monks' cells', this is an ancient Buddhist temple that monks pray at even today.

    • Ta Phrom: this is the modern name given to a 12th century Bayon temple. Originally, it was known as 'Rajavihara' or Monastery of the King.

    • Ta Keo: a temple mountain that is believed to have been the first work in sandstone by the Khmers.

    • Thommanon: a pair of Hindu temples constructed during Suryavarman's reign.

    • Chau Say Tevoda: built in the mid 12th century, this temple is dedicated to the Hindu gods Shiva and Vishnu.

    After a break for lunch, proceed to Preah Khan. Head towards:

    • Neak Pean: an artificial island that is home to a small Buddhist temple. 
    • Ta Som: a temple built in honour of the Khmer ruler who reigned from 1150 to 1160.
    • East Mebon: a 10th-century temple built during the reign of Rajendravarman.
  • Day 3: Banteay Srei - Floating Village expand_more
    • This day we set out to visit the following sites in the morning, after breakfast:

      • Banteay Samre: a Hindu temple built in the classic Angkor Wat style. 

      • Banteay Srei: a 10th-century Cambodian temple made in honour of the Hindu God Shiva. 

      • Pre Rup: a Hindu temple built in the early 961 or 962.

    • After lunch, proceed with the tour to the following sites:

      • Fine Art school (Artisans D’Angkor): set up with the view to revive the Cambodian traditional art scene. 
      • Floating Village (Tonle Sap Lake): floating eateries, homes, and a full-fledged market, this village is a popular tourist destination.
What's Included
  • Services of a Siem Reap tour guide

  • Cold drinking water

  • Towels

What's Excluded
  • Charges to see the sunrise: 15.00 USD 

Know before you go
  • Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom, the Bayon Temple and many alike stands as an example of the talented sculptors who have left behind countless sculptural decorations. 

  • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor, stretched over 400 sq. km & home to the remains of the erstwhile Khmer Empire.

  • In-depth and personal relationships with the service allow the guides to offer the visitors the following benefits:

    • Lower prices on most service but excellent tour

    • Trustworthy commitments

    • Expert advice on tour itineraries, customs and preferred modes of behaviour

    • Up to date explanation of events affecting the travel

  • The business is based on a long term relationship with visitors. The guides focus explicitly on delivering a comprehensive experience to visitors.

Meeting Point

Angkor Wat, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price Details
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1 To 5USD 220 Per Group

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USD 220 / group