The Magic of Angkor 4 days

Overview

Visiting to Siem Reap most exquisite of UNESCO Heritage explore the beautiful of Angkor temples and attractions around the archeological park, appreciated the magnificent and incredible architecture of Angkor Era and the unmissed attraction of Tonle Sap Great Lake that travelers’ remaining great adventures to understand the unique and contemporary lake life. 

Highlights

  • The forest temple, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, Tanei and Ta Keo Temple
  • Angkor Thom: Victory Gate, Terrace of Leper King, Preah Palilay, Phimean Akas, Baphoun, Bayon Temple
  • Angkor Wat Sun rises and rural side of Tonle Sap Lake
  • City Tours visit Artisans Angkor and Pagoda

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival into Siem Reap City, flight details to be advised

Meet and greets with your local tour guide and driver for private transfer to your chosen hotel. 

Day 2: The Forest Temples 

Morning: 

Morning: Temples of the Jungle

In the morning you will have your first taste of the Angkor temples.  Explore of Banteay Kdei temple with its Hall of Apsara Dancing and then continuous to Ta Prohm (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. 

Later in the morning discover exquisite of Angkor Wat the largest Hindu temple by the quieter and less frequented entry the Eastern causeway. The temple is busy at any time of day, but late morning is the quietest time to explore and admire the wonder architectural and the beautify bas reliefs. 

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.
 
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 3: Angkor Wat Sunrise and Ton Le Sap
 
Early Morning: 
 
Early morning (4:30 am) start leaving from the hotel for a sunrise at pre-dawn to witness the breathtaking view of Angkor Wat temple, the best place for photography. Continue to explore the central complex and it beautify bas-reliefs of Angkor Wat [AD1113], one of travel’s remaining great adventures, before returning to the hotel for a late breakfast
 
Morning: Hunter/gatherers on Tonle Sap
After breakfast continuous to explore Tonle Sap Great Lake the richest fresh water fishing ground in the world, a national treasure producing an ever-changing landscape. The communities that live around the margins of the lake cope with huge seasonal variations in water levels by building their homes on floating bamboo rafts or 30ft stilts. It is well worth the extra effort to get away from the touristy village of Chong Kneas to the more genuine stilted villages – Kompong Khleang or Kompong Phluk (dependent on water levels) – for an understanding of contemporary lake life. 
 
Day 4: City Tour and Transfer to your out bound departure flight
 
Meet with your local guide and driver for a city tour visit Artisans Angkor, Cambodia’s artistry with exceptional craftsmanship quality handmade products in Cambodia and Wat Bo pagoda before private transfer too your outbound departure flight.  
Chum Reap Lear the Kingdom of Wonder – Good bye 

Tour services Included:

  • Airport pick up and transfers
  • Pick up and transfer from the hotel
  • Experience English speaking guide
  • Private air-condition vehicle with driver
  • Cold towel
  • Drinking water

Tour services Excluded:

  • Visa
  • Flight ticket
  • Temple pass & boat ticket
  • Meals – Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
  • Travel insurance
  • Other personal expenditures
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