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Siem Reap 3-Day Private Discovery Tour of Angkor Wat Sunrise, Kulen Waterfalls, Floating Village, Banteay Srei Temple
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Siem Reap 3-Day Private Discovery Tour of Angkor Wat Sunrise, Kulen Waterfalls, Floating Village, Banteay Srei Temple

by Asean Angkor Guide

3 days
Siem Reap
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Overview

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.

Highlights

Sunrise visit at Angkor Wat
Visit Kulen Mountain waterfalls
Tour Kampong Phluk floating village
Breakfast included on day 3 in local village
Private air-conditioned transport
Professional English-speaking guide

What's included

Breakfast on day 3 only
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Private air-conditioned transport by car or minivan
Cool water and cool towels during the tour
Professional English-speaking guide and driver

What's not included

Tonle Sap pass and private boat ride
Food and soft drinks
Admission fees to sites
Kulen Mountain pass

Itinerary

1

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

2

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

3

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

4

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

5

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

6

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

7

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

8

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

9

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

10

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

11

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

12

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

13

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

14

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

15

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

16

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

17

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

Languages

Chinese (guide)English (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

Up to 12 travelers
Mobile ticket
Service animals are welcome
Not advised during pregnancy
Not advised for anyone with a heart condition
Suitable for all fitness levels
Visitors must wear modest clothing covering shoulders and knees at temples; the Apsara Authority may deny entry for immodest dress
Bring water, sun protection, and mosquito spray; these can be purchased in town
Total
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