SIEM REAP CLASSIC
Discover the ancient soul of Cambodia on this enriching journey through Siem Reap’s timeless wonders. Begin with a serene boat trip to the stilted village of Kampong Phluk on Tonlé Sap Lake, where life floats on water and time seems to stand still. Witness the awe-inspiring sunrise over Angkor Wat, then explore the intricate beauty of Angkor Thom, Bayon, and the jungle-clad Ta Prohm. Continue to uncover the refined carvings of Banteay Srei and the elegant architecture of Banteay Samre, before visiting hidden gems like Preah Khan and Neak Pean. End your adventure with a sunset at Pre Rup temple, surrounded by the golden hues of dusk over ancient stone. This tour offers a perfect balance of cultural immersion, spiritual history, and breathtaking landscapes for an unforgettable Cambodian experience.
DAY 1: SIEM REAP ARRIVAL & TONLE SAP TOUR (KAMPONG PHLUK) (-/-/-)
Upon arrival Siem Reap airport, our guide and driver will transfer you to hotel for check in.
Afternoon, we go out to visit the rural Cambodia tour out of town to Tonle Sap Lake. Upon reaching the lake’s shores, travel by boat to Kampong Phluk. This village is further away than most and thus receives fewer tourists. Board a local boat and visit Kampong Phluck, a village where you will see houses on stilts that are submerged when Tonlé Sap Lake extends. On the way, you will pass floating houses and impressive flooded forests, portraying life on the water and enjoy views of the lake from a different perspective.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap International Airport → Siem Reap City Center: 8 miles ~ 20 minutes driving transfer
⦁ Siem Reap City Center → Tonle Sap Lake (Kampong Phluk pier): 15.5 miles ~ 50-minute driving transfer
DAY 2: FULL DAY ANGKOR TOUR - MAIN TEMPLES (ANGKOR THOM - TA PROHM – ANGKOR WAT) (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel, visit the antique capital of Angkor Thom (12 century): the South Gate with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk, the Bayon Temple, unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara, the Phimeanakas, the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King. Continue visit Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.
Afternoon, visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor, Angkor Wat, the temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. If time and energy permitted visit Old market for some souvenirs for friends and families.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap City Center → Angkor Thom (South Gate): 4.5 miles ~ 15minute driving transfer
⦁ Angkor Thom → Ta Prohm: 2.8 miles ~ 10 minute driving transfer
⦁ Ta Prohm → Angkor Wat: 3.5 miles ~ 10–12-minute driving transfer
⦁ Angkor Wat → Old Market: 4 miles ~15-minute driving transfer
DAY 3: FULL DAY BANTEAY SREI - GRAND CIRCUIT TEMPLES (B/-/-)
After breakfast at hotel drive to the enchanting temple of Banteay Srei, everyone’s favorite site. The special charm of this temple lies in its compact size, remarkable state of preservation, and the excellence of its decorative carvings. Then continue your visit to Banteay Samre, built in the third quarter of the 12th century. It consists of a central temple with four wings, preceded by a hall, and accompanied by two libraries; the southern example is remarkably well preserved. Make a short stop at Pradak Village, where you will see the villagers making palm sugar, handicraft for selling to tourist. It’s a nice chance for you to see the local people living at the country side with their struggling for daily life.
Afternoon visit Preah Khan temple, was built by the King Jayavarman VII, Preah Khan, like Ta Prohm, a place of towered enclosures and shoulder-hugging corridors. Continue your visit to Neak Pean, a fountain (built in the middle of a pool and representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake. Next, we will visit Ta Prohm Temple, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. The temple of Ta Prohm was once used as a location in the famous Hollywood film Tomb Raider. Lastly, we will withness the spectacular sunset view from the top Pre Rup Temple. Pre Rup is a temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of Khmer king Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or early 962. It is a temple mountain of combined brick, laterite and sandstone construction.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap City Center → Banteay Srei Temple: 22 miles ~ 1 hour driving transfer
⦁ Banteay Srei → Banteay Samre: 6.8 miles ~ 20 minute driving transfer
⦁ Banteay Samre → Pradak Village: 2.5 miles ~ 10 minute driving transfer
⦁ Pradak Village → Preah Khan Temple: 12 miles ~ 30 minute driving transfer
⦁ Preah Khan → Neak Pean: 1.2 miles ~ 5 minute driving transfer
⦁ Neak Pean → Ta Prohm: 5.5 miles ~ 15 minute driving transfer
⦁ Ta Prohm → Pre Rup (sunset): 2.5 miles ~10 minute driving transfer
⦁ Pre Rup → Siem Reap City Center: 7.5 miles ~ 25 minute driving transfer
DAY 4: SIEM REAP - DEPARTURE SAI AIRPORT (WITH GUIDE) (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel, free until time to check out, then our guide will help transfer you to Siem Reap Airport for departure flight.
Distance:
⦁ Siem Reap Central → Siem Reap Airport: 5 miles 25 minute driving transfer
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Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Private transfer and transportation on tour
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Visa Approval Letter and Visa Stamping fee at arrival counter
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge 20% for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2024 – 02 January 2025 (inclusive)
o Vietnamese New Year: 28 Januray – 02 February (inclusive)
o Unification Day and May Day: 28 April – 03 May 2025 (inclusive)
o National Day: 28 August – 04 Sep 2025 (inclusive)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive - TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory)
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
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