Amazing Siem Reap & Battambang Tour with Excursions
Immerse yourself in Cambodia on this custom tailored tour that will show you the giving spirit of the ruins, cities, and countryside. The sunrise casts light over historic Angkor Wat and brings the sandstone to a golden shimmer. Monks light incense and offer you blessing. Stroll alongside ornate French colonial buildings in the historic center of Battambang. Feel the cool breeze on an open platform as you travel on the bamboo train. From the ancient customs of distinct villages to classic markets that emanate fresh noodles and sweet fruit, Cambodia offers you indelible experiences and unforgettable memories.
- Style: Cultural tour through Asia
- Type: sightseeing tour in Cambodia
- Duration: 9 days
- Destination: 2 destinations in Cambodia
- Starts in Siem Reap
- Ends in Siem Reap
- Suitable: All ages
What’s included: Lands transfers, boat cruise, accommodation, guide, entrance fees, bottled water, snacks and some foods.
Cities: Siem Reap & Battambang
Highlights: Explore the fascinating temples of Angkor, beautiful countryside of Siem Reap, colonial town of Battambang and interesting bamboo train ride.
Day 1: Siem Reap
Arrive at the airport, meet our guide and transfer to the hotel. The city sits on the banks of the Siem Reap River and is known as the gateway to Angkor. The streets around Psar Chaa, the Old Market, are lively and energetic. The rest day is at leisure.
Day 2: Discover Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom
Visit to Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom temple complex. The iconic temple of Angkor. The entire temple was constructed in the 12th century and displays the power of the Khmer Empire and its devotion to the deities and beliefs of Hinduism. The beauty of this ancient complex is magnificent and makes you wonder how stunning it must have been almost a millennium ago.
Day 3: Explore Banteay Srei Temple Complex and Tonle Sap Lake
Morning boat trip on Tonle Sap Lake and visiting the Chong Khneas floating village at the edge of the lake. Then, visit to Banteay Srei, the 10th century temple complex consists of low walls and is surrounded by peaked edifices made of rich red sandstone. The remaining temples standing tall against the backdrop of spectacular wild countryside.
Day 4 Visit the Marvelous Rolous Group Temples and Ta Prohm
The Rolous Group of temples,once stood at the heart of the first capital of the Khmer Empire, Hariharalaya. The laterite and sandstone temples shine vibrant red in the morning light against the background of verdant trees and grass.
Then, visit Ta Prohm Temple, which is still covered by the jungle. Ta Prohm makes it easy to imagine how the whole complex looked when it was re-discovered in 19th century.
In the late afternoon you will visit the Old Market which is home to artisan workshops.
Day 5 Experience Rural Cambodia and Beng Mealea
The crowds disappear behind the lush jungle as you make your way to Beng Mealea. The temple was constructed in the 12th century and only recently opened to the public for viewing. The entire temple is almost 300,000 square feet. Wind your way around, and sometimes over, fallen masonry, through stretches of dim chambers, and alongside thick vines.
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Travel starts daily. You will travel independently with your own personal tour guide. Joining a group is not possible.
