Half-Day Siem Reap City Tour with Killing Fields and Artisans

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore Wat Thmey and the Siem Reap Killing Fields to learn about the Khmer Rouge regime
• 02 Discover the Cambodia War Museum for insight into the civil war and recent Khmer history
• 03 Visit the Royal Residence and its surrounding area
• 04 Experience daily local life at the Old Market (Psar Chas)
• 05 See traditional craftsmanship revived at Artisans d'Angkor

Embark on a half-day journey through Siem Reap's history and culture, visiting Wat Thmey and its Killing Fields to learn about the Khmer Rouge regime, the Cambodia War Museum for insight into the civil war and recent Khmer history, and Wat Preah Prohm Rath in the town centre. You'll also experience local life at the Old Market (Psar Chas) and end at Artisans d'Angkor, where traditional crafts have been revived and gifts can be purchased.

View the Siem Reap Killing Fields at Wat Thmey and learn about the atrocities that occurred during the brutal Khmer Rouge regime.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Siem Reap

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Siem Reap History, Culture and Craft Tour

• 8:00 am - Pick up from your hotel by tuk-tuk, air-conditioned taxi, or minivan, depending on your specifications or group size, and transfer to the local Buddhist pagoda, Wat Thmey.
• View the Siem Reap Killing Fields at Wat Thmey and learn about the atrocities that occurred during the brutal Khmer Rouge regime.
• Visit the Cambodia War Museum to learn about the civil war and other important aspects of recent Khmer history.
• Continue to another Buddhist pagoda, Wat Preah Prohm Rath, in the town centre.
• Visit the Old Market (Psar Chas) for souvenir shopping.
• Conclude the tour with a visit to the popular Artisans d'Angkor to see how local crafts have been revived. You can even buy a gift or two.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick up and drop off from/to your hotel
• Experienced English-speaking guide
• Tuk-tuk (2 persons per tuk-tuk)
• Entrance fees to the places mentioned in the itinerary
• Cool water and towels

What's Not Included

• Meals
• Accommodation
• Tipping and personal expenses
• All expenses not mentioned above

What to bring

• Bring a camera, as these places are very interesting and offer plenty of photo opportunities.
• Wear suitable walking shoes, as you will need to walk quite a lot to witness the daily life of local people.

Know before you go

• Ask your hotel to prepare a breakfast box. If your hotel includes breakfast, it is usually provided at no extra cost.
• You must cover your shoulders and knees when entering religious sites.
• We also recommend that you take an umbrella or raincoat during the rainy season - May to October.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, Khum, Preah Sihanouk Avenue, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

Tour start

Chantiers-Ecoles Stung Thmey, Street, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.