Siem Reap Cultural Escape: Angkor Wat, Floating Village & Countryside Temples

Tour overview

Duration

4 days, 3 nights

Destination

Siem Reap

Tour starts

Singapore

Tour highlights

Explore the UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat: Dive into Khmer history with visits to Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, and the majestic Angkor Wat.

Visit Banteay Srei – The Pink Temple: Admire the intricate carvings of this unique 10th-century temple nestled in the countryside.

Cultural Dining & Local Shopping: Enjoy an Apsara dance dinner show and browse for Cambodian crafts at local markets.

1. Day 1

   Arrival in Siem Reap – Tonle Sap Floating Village & Cultural Dinner

   

   Highlights: Discover the fascinating Floating Villages, with floating schools, markets, and stilt homes.

   • Arrival at Siem Reap International Airport, greeted by your English-speaking local guide.
   • Private transfer to your hotel (3-night stay with breakfast included).
   • Afternoon: Set off on a serene boat ride on the Tonle Sap Lake — Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake. Discover the fascinating Floating Villages, with floating schools, markets, and stilt homes that offer a unique glimpse into traditional Cambodian lake life.
   • Evening: Enjoy a traditional Khmer dinner accompanied by a vibrant Apsara cultural dance performance.
   • Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.

   Meals: Dinner

2. Day 2

   Full-Day Angkor Heritage Tour – Angkor Thom & Angkor Wat

   

   Highlights: Visit Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument globally, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 12th century

   • Morning: Begin your cultural journey at the ancient city of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire. Explore iconic sites such as the Bayon Temple with its serene stone faces, the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King.
   • Lunch at a local restaurant.
   • Afternoon: Visit the world-renowned Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument globally, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II, the temple is a masterpiece of Khmer architecture and Hindu symbolism.
   • Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.

   Meals: Breakfast

3. Day 3

   Countryside Charm & Hidden Gems – Banteay Srei, Local Life & Ta Prohm

   

   Highlights: Explore hidden gems Banteay Samre and East Mebon, showcasing majestic temple architecture and history.

   • Morning: Travel to the countryside to visit Banteay Srei, a 10th-century pink sandstone temple known for its intricate carvings – often considered the jewel of Khmer art.
   • En route, stop by Preah Dak Village to interact with locals and glimpse Cambodian rural life.
   • Continue to Banteay Samre and East Mebon, showcasing majestic temple architecture and unique historical details.
   • Lunch at a local restaurant.
   • Afternoon: Explore the Small Circuit Temples, including Kravan, Banteay Kdei, and Srah Srang.
   • Wrap up the day at the magical Ta Prohm Temple, where nature and history entwine — famous for its towering trees and as a filming location in Tomb Raider.
   • Evening: Free time for local shopping or exploring the Siem Reap Night Market.
   • Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap.

   Meals: Breakfast

4. Day 4

   Departure from Siem Reap

   

   Highlights: Transfer from the hotel to the Airport.

   • Breakfast at the hotel.
   • Free time at leisure until your airport transfer for your departure flight.

   Meals: Breakfast

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