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Day 1 : Siem Reap - Arrival
On arrival at Siem Riep Airport, you are met and transferred to hotel. The town of Siem Reap is our base for visiting the world famous temples of the ancient city Angkor, which was the capital of the powerful Khmer Empire from 802 AD to 1350 AD. After checking into hotel we drive towards the archeological area, and visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, famous for its series of colossal human faces carved in stone, the impressive Bayon Temple, the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the largest as well as most complete structure of Angkor Wat. We stroll around this massive monument, exploring the many galleries with columns , libraries, pavilions, courtyards and ponds full of water reflecting the towering temple. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Overnight : at hotel
Day 2 Siem Reap - Angkor Temples
Today we continue exploring in some depth the complex of Angkor. The jungle covered temple of Ta Prohm is our first stop. There are enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers which embrace themselves in the stone foundations of this structure giving the impression of man's creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature. We visit this masterpiece as well as some of the surrounding temples including Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang, Ta Keo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda. The grand circuit with Preah Khan, Kravan, Pre Rup, Neak Pean, Krol Ko, Ta Som, and East Mebon is also visited this afternoon before we walk up to Phnom Bakheng Hill for a view of the spectacular sunset over these sandstone monuments. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Overnight : at hotel
Meals : Breakfast
Day 3 Siem Reap - Tonle Sap - Siem Reap Departure
Heading out of town we embark on a boat for a short cruise on Tonle Sap Great Lake, Cambodia's biggest natural water body. The experience is wonderful as we pass by floating village, friendly children in small boats and fishermen pulling in morning catch. This excursion is all depending on your departure time. The trip ends after your transfer to Siem Reap Airport for departure.
Meals : Breakfast |