Discovering Angkor Empire and Floating Village in 2 Days
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Experience the wonders of Siem Reap over two days. On the first day, receive a special welcome, check into your hotel, and explore the ancient capital of Angkor Thom. Visit the South Gate, Bayon Temple with its smiling faces, Baphuon Temple, Phimeanakas, Elephant Terrace, and Preah Palilay. Discover Ta Prohm, famously reclaimed by nature, and conclude the day at the magnificent Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning architecture and extensive bas-reliefs.
On the second day, enjoy a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting Choung Kneas to see floating houses and flooded forests. Return to town to tour Artisans d’Angkor, witnessing traditional crafts being made. Finally, transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the ancient capital of Angkor Thom with its South Gate and Bayon Temple
- Visit the Baphuon temple and Phimeanakas temple to dive into Cambodia’s rich history
- Experience the Elephant terrace platform and Preah Palilay in the serene forest setting
- Discover the mystical Ta Prohm temple known for its appearance in “Tomb Raider”
- Marvel at the grandeur of Angkor Wat with its exquisite bas-reliefs and beautiful architecture
- Take a boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake to witness floating houses and flooded forests
- Visit Artisans d’Angkor to see traditional Cambodian craftsmanship in action
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Arrive Siem Reap, Siem Reap – Treasure of the Kingdom of Cambodia, special welcome to everybody, a moment of courtesy . You meet your guide and transfer to hotel for check in . Then you will visit the West Gate of Angkor Thom – undiscovered by mass of tourists .
- The ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century),
- See the South Gate, Bayon Temple – unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara,
- Baphuon temple lying just to the north of Bayon a pyramidal representation of mythical Mont Meru,
- We step to see our old palace as Phimeanakas temple in huge complex that was used for our king in the past time,
- Then Elephant terrace platform for king and officers to view shows and people meeting,
- Preah Palilay older than Angkor Thom, deeply in the forest and on path back You see monks sprinkle water to people.
- Ta Prohm, “Tomb Raider” fame. Ta Prohm has been abandoned to the elements, a reminder that while empires rise and fall, the riotous power of nature marches on, oblivious to the dramas of human history
We continue to the famous temple : Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is a World Heritage Site since 1992, famous for its beauty and splendor. Angkor Wat features the longest continuous bas-relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls and narrates stories from Hindu mythology.
Breakfast at hotel. We will transfer to Tonle Sap Lake for a boat trip to visit Choung Kneas, where we will have the opportunity to learn about life on the lake. On the way, we will pass floating houses and impressive flooded forests, portraying life on the water. Return back in town, we will go to visit Artisans d’Angkor. In there, we can take a tour through the workshops and watch students as they learn how to create silk fabrics and garments, stone and wood carving, lacquer ware, polychrome products, silver plating and silk paintings .
Transfer to Siem Reap airport for departure to next destination. It’s time to say goodbye, we thank you for traveling with us and warmly welcome you to come again.
Inclusion
- Accommodation with daily breakfast,
- Meals : Breakfast only as mention in program (B: Breakfast),
- Airports transfers & Transport by air con. vehicles as per program,
- Sightseeing and entrance fees as specified,
- Excursion on Tonle Sap lake
- Local English speaking guide as per program,
- Cold water and towels during tours .
Exclusion
- Visa fee: 30$,
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- International air ticket in-out Cambodia,
- Other meal, drink, personal expenses, tips, Travel Insurance,
- Other services not mentioned in “ Includes “ .
Hotel List
| Location | Siem Reap |
| 3* | Holy Angkor hotel (Sup) www.holyangkorhotel.com |
| 3* | Cheathata Angkor hotel (DLX) www.ctshotelsiemreap.com |
| 4* | Hari Residence hotel (DLX) www.hariresidence.com |
| 4* | Saem Siem Reap hotel (DLX) www.saemsiemreaphotel.com |
| 5* | Borei Angkor hotel (DLX) www.boreiangkor.com |
| 5* | FCC Angkor hotel (DLX) www.fccangkor.com |
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