Krong Siem Reap Trip Overview
This 6-day journey explores the history and archaeological sites of a dynasty from Khmer kings who once ruled one of the largest, most prosperous, and most sophisticated kingdoms in the history of Southeast Asia. In Cambodia, ancient and modern worlds collide to create an authentic adventure to remember. Explore the temples of Angkor and be amazed by one of the world’s greatest architectural showpieces! Be inspired with a comprehensive look into the ancient Khmer culture and how the people here are determined to preserve its history and traditions while welcoming modern development. This trip is perfect for those wanting to take in all the main highlights of this fascinating country!
Additional Info
* Duration: 6 days
* Starts: Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Krong Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia
This 6-day journey explores the history and archaeological sites of a dynasty from Khmer kings who once ruled one of the largest, most prosperous, and most sophisticated kingdoms in the history of Southeast Asia. In Cambodia, ancient and modern worlds collide to create an authentic adventure to remember. Explore the temples of Angkor and be amazed by one of the world’s greatest architectural showpieces! Be inspired with a comprehensive look into the ancient Khmer culture and how the people here are determined to preserve its history and traditions while welcoming modern development. This trip is perfect for those wanting to take in all the main highlights of this fascinating country!
Itinerary
Day 1: Siem Reap | Arrival
Stop At: Siem Reap, Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province
Upon arrival into Siem Reap, you’ll be met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. In the afternoon, we visit the shrine of two Angkorian princesses (Preah Ang Chek Preah Angkor Chom) and a local pagoda.
Duration: 3 hours
No meals included on this day.
Accommodation included: Choice of 3 – 5 Star Hotel
Day 2: The Temples of Angkor
Stop At: Angkor Archaeological Park, Taphul, Siem Reap Cambodia
Today, we see an astonishing profusion of ancient monuments in both size and number. Not to mention the intricate artistry of an idealized representation of the Hindu cosmos carved in stone. The “Great City” of Angkor Thom visits include the famous Bayon Temple, Phimeanakas Temple within the Royal Palace enclosure, Baphuon Temple, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Afternoon visit to Angkor Wat temple.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Choice of 3 – 5 Star Hotel
Day 3: Morning Alms, Cooking Class, Apsara Dance Performance
Stop At: Siem Reap, Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province
The monks in saffron robes venture out every morning to receive alms (food offerings). You can observe this procession before breakfast. Learn to cook Khmer style with a local chef. Get to know the traditional ingredients and steps to prepare Cambodia’s signature dishes. Finish off the class by enjoying your freshly prepared meal.
Enjoy an Apsara dance performance. The elegant performers, dressed in glittering silk and sequins, evoke the legendary apsara (female spirit of the clouds and waters) of Hindu mythology.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Choice of 3 – 5 Star Hotel
Day 4: Ta Prohm & Royal Monasteries
Stop At: Angkor Archaeological Park, Taphul, Siem Reap Cambodia
Visit the jungle-smothered ruins of Ta Prohm, one of the most evocative of all Angkor’s ancient monuments. It is half-consumed by the encroaching forest. This was a movie filming location for Lara Croft: Tomb Raider.
Explore the Royal City of Preah Khan, Neak Pean, Ta Som, East Mebon, Preah Rup. Thommanon temple, Ta keo, Banteay Kdei (Citadel of the Cells), Srah Srang (Royal bathing place), Prasat Kravan(unique brick sculptures). Then visit Les Chantiers Ecole, a handicraft center, to learn about the art of silk weaving, and stone and wood carving.
Duration: 8 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Choice of 3 – 5 Star Hotel
Day 5: Banteay Srei Temple, Kbal Spean Archaeological Site
Stop At: Angkor Archaeological Park, Taphul, Siem Reap Cambodia
A short drive to Banteay Srei, a 10th-century Cambodian rose-pink sandstone temple. It is the most elaborately decorated of all Angkor’s monuments. Continue to the magical area of the jungle, Kbal Spean (Bridge Head). It was a hillside retreat for the Khmer in 11th century where they carved sacred linga and Hindu gods in the river rocks. Continue to a local village Baray Oriental and a monastery.
Duration: 6 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
Accommodation included: Choice of 3 – 5 Star Hotel
Day 6: Floating Village Tonle Sap Lake Boat Ride, End of Tour
Stop At: Tonle Sap Lake, Lower Mekong Basin Cambodia
After breakfast, we take a boat ride to visit the fascinating lakeside floating villages with floating houses and stilted houses on Tonle Sap Lake. This is the largest freshwater lake in South East Asia. The tour ends after the boat ride.
Transfer to Siem Reap International Airport (REP) for your flight home.
Duration: 3 hours
Meals included:
• Breakfast
No accommodation included on this day.
