Siem Reap Trip Overview
On this tour, we visit Banteay Srei and the grand circuit. First, we come to see the gemstone of Angkor, Banteay Srei temple (meaning Citadel of Women). It has a beautiful and marvelous design which we can’t find anywhere else in Siem Reap. Then, we head to Banteay Samre, a Hindu temple built in 12th century which has well preserved carvings of Hindu stories. After lunch, we continue the tour to Neak Pean temple, a fountain built in the middle of a pool. Next, we will visit Preah Khan or the Holy Sword Temple, and explore the intricacy complex. Then, we will explore Ta Som, a small Buddhist temple. Finally, we come to East Mebon where use to be an artificial island of the now dry East Baray.
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* Duration: 7 hours
* Starts: Siem Reap, Cambodia
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia
On this tour, we visit Banteay Srei and the grand circuit. First, we come to see the gemstone of Angkor, Banteay Srei temple (meaning Citadel of Women). It has a beautiful and marvelous design which we can’t find anywhere else in Siem Reap. Then, we head to Banteay Samre, a Hindu temple built in 12th century which has well preserved carvings of Hindu stories. After lunch, we continue the tour to Neak Pean temple, a fountain built in the middle of a pool. Next, we will visit Preah Khan or the Holy Sword Temple, and explore the intricacy complex. Then, we will explore Ta Som, a small Buddhist temple. Finally, we come to East Mebon where use to be an artificial island of the now dry East Baray.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Banteay Srei, Siem Reap Cambodia
In the morning, start the tour to visit Banteay Srei temple, the exquisite ‘Women’s Citadel’. Located 32 km from Siem Reap town, this was Cambodia’s last major Khmer temple to be re-discovered.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Banteay Samre, Banteay Srei Angkor, Siem Reap Cambodia
Then, we will continue to Banteay Samre temple. Banteay Samre is located 400 meters (1,312 miles) east of the East Baray. It can be accessed by enter and leave Banteay Samre from the east. It was built in the middle of the 12th century by king Suryavarman II (reigned 1113-1150) and dedicated to Hindu (dedicated to vishnu). At 12:00pm, it is time for break for your own lunch there will be recommend by your professional and friendly guide.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Neak Pean, Angkor Wat Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap 17252 Cambodia
In the afternoon, we continue the tour to visit Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a pool and representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain–lake.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Preah Khan, Angkor Wat Angkor Archaelogical Park, Siem Reap 17252 Cambodia
Continue to visit Preah Khan, also built by King Jayavarman VII. Preah Khan was the a center of an important organization with almost 100,000 officials and servants.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Ta Som, Angkor Archaeological Park, 17252 Cambodia
Then, we visit Ta Som is a small Buddhist temple dedicated to the father of King Jayavarman VII. The most popular part of Ta Som is the huge strangler fig tree which has engulfed the eastern gate of the temple.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Eastern Mebon, Angkor, Siem Reap Cambodia
East Mebon which is a 10th Century temple Built during the reign of King Rajendravarman, stands on what was an artificial island at the center of the now dry East Baray reservoir.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Phare, The Cambodian Circus, Intersection of Ring Road and Sok San Road South of intersection with Sok San Road, Siem Reap 17253 Cambodia
This is an optional tour after visiting the temples. Phare Ponleu Selpak has extensive outreach programs, trying to help with the problems highlighted in their own tales. Phare, the Cambodian Circus offers these students and graduates somewhere to hone their skills and a place to earn a decent wage. Money that will take them out of poverty and give them self-respect and freedom.
7:00pm We leave for Cambodia Phare Circus show.
7:30pm Arrive and explore the Phare Boutique. The boutique offers a showcase of original art produced by students, delightful mementos from the circus and a variety of locally made handicrafts.
8:00pm Show starts with more than just a circus, Phare performers use theater, music, dance and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk and modern. The young circus artists will astonish you with their energy, emotion, enthusiasm and talent.
9:00pm End the show and you be transferred back to hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Por Cuisine ប៉ូរ ឃ្វីហ្ស៊ីន, Sangkat Sala Kamroeuk, 298 Street 22, Krong Siem Reap 17254, Cambodia
This is an optional tour after visiting the temples. No visit to Cambodia is complete without at least a quick glimpse of women performing the ancient art of Apsara dance, as depicted on the walls of Angkor’s temples. Po Cuisine restaurant provide a delicious dinner and wonderful Apsara dance show.
6:00pm We leave for Por Cuisine Restaurant
7:30pm Arrive and enjoy a dinner while watching the traditional Cambodian dances.
8:30pm End the performance and you be transferred back to hotel.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Champey Restaurant, Street 09 Mondol 1 Village, Krong Siem Reap 17252, Cambodia
This is an optional tour after the temples. You will meet your guide for a specially designed evening foodie tour and experience. Champey restaurant offers authentic Khmer foods in Pub Street.
6:00pm Leave for Sambai for local wine testing
6:30pm We will leave for local food testing at local night market
7:30pm Return to city for dinner at Champey Restaurant
9:00pm Transfer back to hotel.
Duration: 3 hours
