Angkor & Sacred Kulen Mountain – 2 days

Day 1: The Forest Temples 

In the morning to Ta Prohm temple (Tom Rider Filmed) walk through the temple from the East entrance to the West entrance to meet again with our driver. From the Northwest of Ta Prohm, we shall walk from 1 – 3 km about (15 minutes) through the forest to the lightly visited temple of Ta Nei. Pause for a light breakfast around this peaceful area before continuous exploring to Ta Keo temple known as the “mountain with bronze peaks”, and admire its five-tiered pyramid structure. There is a reasonable chance to explore of this beautiful Angkor temple. 

Lunch at local restaurant (own cost). A wide selection of excellent eateries can be recommended to suit all tastes and budgets. 

Afternoon: Angkor Thom the world’s largest city in the 12th Century

Continuous to explore by entering from the Victory Gate of Angkor Thom. You have the options either walk along the path of 8m high laterite city wall (500m) to the Death Gate or continuing around by road.

Visit Wat Tang Tok to get a water blessing ceremony by the monks, said to bring good fortune for the journey ahead.

En route to the Terrace of the Leper King, we can stop by briefly to see an imposing statue found in Bayon temple which is currently displayed at Vihear Prampeilveng.

Begin again at the atmospheric Preah Palilay, and walk (1km) through the shaded parkland behind the terraces, pass Phimeanakas (Royal Palace) with its beautiful lakes, and the imposing Baphuon to finally reach to Bayon Temple (Jayavarman’s state temple) at the center of the city with many captivating giant stone faces.  Your guide will point out the most important and interesting of the detailed bas reliefs illustrating everyday life in the Angkorian era.

Day 2:  Angkor Wat Sunrise and Sacred Kulen Mountain

Early morning start for a sunrise tour at pre-dawn to witness the breathtaking view of Angkor Wat temple, the best place for photography. Continue to explore the central complex and bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat [AD1113], one of travel’s remaining great adventure.

After breakfast, travel out from Siem Reap across ancient reservoirs (long since devoid of water), through pretty villages and rice paddies to visit the National Park Sacred Kulen mountain the birthplace of Khmer Empire in 802 CE, boasting fine river carvings thousand lingers and beautiful waterfalls.