Cambodia · UNESCO Heritage Sites

3-Day Siem Reap Temple Tour with Kampong Phluk Floating Village

3 Days Round trip from Krong Siem Reap Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Revel in the beauty of Angkor's magnificent temples
02 Observe local life in the floating village of Kampong Phluk
03 Experience the rich architecture of Banteay Samré
04 Visit Eastern Mebon Temple, built on an artificial island

Enjoy a 3-day tour of Siem Reap's magnificent temples and cultural highlights. Experience the art and architecture of famous sites such as Bakong Temple, Preah Koh Temple, Bayon Temple, Baphuon Temple, Phimeanakas Temple, Ta Prohm Temple, Angkor Wat Temple, Banteay Samré Temple, and more. The journey also includes a visit to the floating village of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake, where you can observe local life on the water.

Proceed to Bayon Temple, the main temple in Angkor Thom, with 49 towers rising on three levels and decorated with 4 Buddha faces on each tower.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Siem Reap

Languages Cambodian, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Siem Reap and Rolous Temples

Morning:

Pick up from Siem Reap International Airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in.
Start the tour at the oldest temples in the Rolous Group, including Bakong Temple (AD 877-889), Preah Koh Temple (Sacred Bull Temple), and Lolei Temple (AD 889-910).

Afternoon:

Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant near the temple area.
After lunch, proceed to visit Kampong Phluk floating village on Tonle Sap Lake.
Take a boat to a fishing village to observe local lifestyles.

Day 02

Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Wat

Morning:

After breakfast at the hotel, visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom City. Walk along the ancient road to take some beautiful pictures.
Proceed to Bayon Temple, the main temple in Angkor Thom, with 49 towers rising on three levels and decorated with 4 Buddha faces on each tower.
Visit Baphuon Temple, a major religious temple during the Khmer Empire, as well as Phimeanakas Temple (Sky Palace), the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Continue to Ta Prohm Temple, known as the Tomb Raider temple since the Hollywood movie was made there.

Noon:

Take a break for lunch at a local restaurant.

Afternoon:

After lunch, continue to visit Angkor Wat Temple, the largest temple and the 7th of the finest wonders of the world heritage recognized by UNESCO.

Evening:

Return to the hotel for a shower and rest.
After resting, head to a restaurant in town to enjoy a buffet dinner and a local Apsara Dance Show.

Day 03

Banteay Srey, Preah Khan, and Departure

Morning:

After breakfast at the hotel, start a long drive of 37 km to Banteay Srey Temple (the Citadel of Women).
Proceed to experience the beautiful temple of Banteay Samré.
Head to Pre Rup Temple (Change the Body Temple), which was built in the mid-10th century and served as a crematory.

Noon:

Take a break for lunch at a restaurant near the temple area.

Afternoon:

After lunch, continue the tour to see Eastern Mebon Temple, known as a mountain temple built on an artificial island dedicated to God Siva.
Continue to Preah Khan Temple, the biggest temple in the big circuit. A walk around this maze-like temple can hold many surprises.

Evening:

At the end, return to the hotel or to Siem Reap International Airport for your next destination. End of tour.

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The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Krong Siem Reap 1 city · 3 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

All tour arrangements using a nice A/C Camry car with 4 seats.
Airport pick-up and transfer.
Driver and gasoline for the car.
Boat entrance fees and tax as mentioned in the program.
Local English-speaking Cambodian tour guide.
Cold drinking water during the tour.

What's Not Included

Temple admission fees.
Buffet dinner with local Apsara Dance Show.
Meals.
Refreshments.

Know before you go

Groups of up to 12 or more can be accommodated.
Extend your journey: add Laos, Thailand, and Vietnam to the end of your trip to create a Cambodia & Laos, Thailand tour.
Enjoy the Siem Reap sightseeing tour that encompasses magnificent temples such as Bakong Temple, Preah Koh Temple, Bayon Temple, Baphuon Temple, Phimeanakas Temple, Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, Ta Prohm Temple, Angkor Wat Temple, Banteay Srey Temple (Lady Temple), Banteay Samré Temple, Pre Rup Temple, Eastern Mebon Temple, and Preah Khan Temple. Explore the city, visit the floating village of Kampong Phluk, and indulge in a buffet dinner and local Apsara Dance Show.

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