



by Asean Angkor Guide
This 3-day private tour in Siem Reap offers a detailed discovery of Angkor and its surrounding attractions. On the first day, the tour starts early with a visit to Angkor Wat to watch the sunrise. The guide provides explanations about the temple's history and architecture. On the second day, the group travels to Kulen Mountain to see the waterfalls and explore the natural surroundings. The third day begins with breakfast served in a local village, followed by a visit to Kampong Phluk floating village on Tonle Sap Lake. The tour also includes a visit to Banteay Srei Temple, known for its intricate carvings. A professional English-speaking guide leads the tour throughout. Transport is provided by a private air-conditioned car or minivan, with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Cool water and towels are supplied during the tour. Admission fees, passes for Tonle Sap and Kulen Mountain, food, and soft drinks are not included. The best time to visit Kulen Mountain waterfalls and Kampong Phluk floating village is during the rainy season from August to January when water levels are higher. Visitors should wear modest clothing that covers shoulders and knees when visiting temples. Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to considerable walking in hot weather. Sun protection and mosquito spray are advised.
Hotel Pickup and Angkor Pass
The local guide and driver will collect the guest from the hotel lobby at 8:00 am. Before entering Angkor Archaeological Park, they will stop to purchase the Angkor pass. Afterwards, they will drive to Angkor Thom, the last ancient capital of the Khmer Empire.
15 min
Bayon Temple
The Bayon, located at the heart of Angkor Thom, was constructed as the state temple for King Jayavarman VII, a Mahayana Buddhist ruler, during the late 12th or early 13th century.
45 min
Baphuon Temple
Situated northwest of the Bayon within Angkor Thom, the Baphuon is a three-level temple mountain built in the mid-11th century as the state temple of Udayadityavarman II and dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
35 min
Terrace of the Elephants
Within the boundaries of Angkor Thom stands the Terrace of the Elephants, which King Jayavarman VII used as a viewing platform to observe his triumphant army's return.
15 min
Terrace of the Leper King
The Terrace of the Leper King is found in the Royal Square’s northwest corner in Angkor Thom. Constructed in the Bayon architectural style under Jayavarman VII, its current name derives from a 15th-century sculpture discovered there depicting Yama, the Hindu god of death.
15 min
Lunch Break in Angkor Park
A lunch break will be taken at a local restaurant within Angkor Park after approximately 45 to 60 minutes of walking. Food and drinks must be paid for by the guest.
60 min
Angkor Wat Temple
After lunch, the guide will accompany the guest to explore Angkor Wat temple complex, which covers 162.6 hectares and is the largest religious monument in the world.
90 min
Sunset at Bakheng Mountain
If the guest is not too tired after visiting Angkor Wat and weather permits, they will be taken to watch the sunset from the hilltop of Bakheng Mountain. Climbing usually starts at 4:00 pm due to visitor limits. Guests may inform the guide if they prefer to return to the hotel earlier.
120 min
Phnom Kulen National Park
At 8:00 am, guests will be collected from their hotel for transfer to Phnom Kulen National Park. The park includes a large reclining Buddha stone statue dating from the 16th century, Cambodia’s biggest waterfall, and a hilltop river containing a thousand Shiva lingas, regarded as sacred by the Khmer. Swimming is allowed, though the waterfalls have reduced water flow during the dry season from March through July. A lunch break will occur on the way to the next location.
180 min
Banteay Srei Temple
Banteay Srei is a 10th-century Cambodian temple known for its detailed sculptures dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. It is regarded as one of the notable temples in the Angkor region.
45 min
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
Before returning to Siem Reap downtown, the tour continues to Kampong Phluk flooded village and Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. A private boat ride of about 45 to 60 minutes will be taken for a round trip. The best time to visit the floating village is from August to February.
60 min
Sunrise at Angkor Wat and Local Market
Pickup from the hotel lobby before sunrise at 4:40 am to watch the sunrise at Angkor Wat temple, a world cultural heritage site and the largest temple in the world. About one hour may be spent waiting for the sunrise. Afterwards, a short break in a village will allow tasting authentic Cambodian breakfast such as Khmer noodle soup and traditional desserts like palm cake and steamed rice dumplings with palm sugar. The tour then continues to visit a local market.
60 min
Ta Prohm Temple
Ta Prohm was featured in the film Tomb Raider. While the movie altered the appearance of other Angkor temples, its scenes at Ta Prohm closely matched the temple's real look and highlighted its eerie atmosphere.
60 min
Pre Rup Pyramid Temple
Pre Rup is a pyramid-shaped temple dedicated to Lord Shiva. It was constructed as the state temple of Khmer king Rajendravarman and consecrated in 961 or early 962. The temple mountain is made from brick, laterite, and sandstone.
35 min
Ta Som Temple
Constructed in the late 12th century under King Jayavarman VII, Ta Som is a small temple located to the northeast of Angkor Thom and immediately east of Neak Pean. Its most distinctive feature is the East Gate, where a tree has grown over the top of the entrance.
35 min
Neak Pean Island Temple
Neak Pean is an artificial island in Jayatataka Baray with a Buddhist temple. It is linked to Preah Khan temple and was built during the reign of King Jayavarman VII.
20 min
Preah Khan Temple
Preah Khan dates back to the 12th century and was built by King Jayavarman VII in honor of his father. It stands to the northeast of Angkor Thom and lies just to the west of the Jayatataka baray, with which it had an association.
60 min