Treasures of Angkor
3 Days/ 2 Nights
Tour at a Glance
Day 1: Arrival & Sunset at Angkor Wat
Day 2: Sunrise, Temple Adventure & Angkor Thom
Day 3: Floating Village & Departure
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1: Arrive Siem Reap
Welcome to Siem Reap, the charming gateway to the famed Temples of Angkor. You will be greeted by your local English-speaking guide, who will accompany you to your hotel for check in. Settle in and enjoy some time at leisure to refresh.
*** The check-in time will be at 14h. The early check-in is subject to room availability.
Lunch on your own account.
This afternoon, you will begin your exploration of the Angkorian temples by 'Remork' (like the Thai 'tuk tuk'). Built during the reign of King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century, Angkor Wat is constructed following the model of the temple mountain symbolizing the Mount Meru, home of the gods. The divine residence of Vishnu, the King himself was to reside here after his death. Inside the temple, the walls are covered with stone carvings and bas-reliefs depicting Hindu mythology and the wars Suryavarman II fought during his reign. Moreover, Angkor Wat is well known for the more than 2,000 Apsara dancers decorating the temple. Construction is thought to have taken around thirty years of intensive labour. Angkor Wat is figured on Cambodia's national flag as the temple symbolizes the soul of the Khmer people.
Dinner on your own account
Meals included: None
Accommodation: Selected Hotel in Siem Reap
Day 2: Siem Reap
Start early to catch the sunrise at Angkor Wat - it surely is a memorable experience to see the first sunrays slowly appear over the five iconic towers. A breakfast box will be ordered from your hotel.
After head to Ta Prohm, built in the mid 12th to early 13th centuries. Ta Prohm is unique in that it has been left largely as it was found overgrown by jungle trees and vines, with many parts of the temple crumbling to the ground. This makes the 'Tomb Raider Temple' one of the most picturesque and memorable of the Angkor temples. An early morning visit ensures less tourists and tours buses are present.
Later today, visit the ancient city of Angkor Thom. Angkor Thom was the last capital of the Great Khmer Empire under the reign of Jayavarman VII. This city is surrounded by an 8 m high wall, drawing a perfect square. Enter the city through the ancient South Gate, an impressive stone gate carved with Elephants and four giant faces. On each side of the entrance path a row of 54 gods or demons is holding the sacred Naga snake. From here, continue to Bayon Temple in the exact center of the city. This 12th century masterpiece is a study in grandeur and is well-known for its 54 towers with enigmatic faces representing the 54 provinces of the Great Khmer Empire. The Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King are also must-visits as they are both known for their intricate bas-reliefs.
Dinner on your own account
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: Selected Hotel in Siem Reap
Day 3: Siem Reap- Departure
This morning, take boat trip to visit floating village at Kampong Khleang. It is located on the northern lake-edge about 35 km east of Siem Reap town, more remote and less touristic than Kampong Phluk. Visitors to Kampong Khleang during the dry season are universally awestruck by the forest of stilted houses rising to 10 meters in the air. In the wet season the waters rise to within one or two meters of the buildings. Like Kampong Phluk, Kampong Khleang is a permanent community within the floodplain of the Lake, with an economy based in fishing and surrounded by flooded forest. But Kampong Khleang is significantly larger with near 10 times the population of Kampong Phluk, making it the largest community on the Lake.
Lunch on your own account
Transfer with your tour guide to Siem Reap International Airport for departure flight to another destination. *** The check-out time will be at 12h. The late check-out is subject to room availability.
Meals included: Breakfast
Accommodation: None
PRICE: The price is subject to your travel dates and the number of people traveling. The itinerary can be customized according to your preferences. Contact us for detailed quotation!
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