Three-day tour Discovering Angkor Wat and Floating Village

Itinerary

Day 1: Discover and explore the magnificent and enigmatic Angkor Wat temples

Stop At: Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom, Siem Reap Cambodia
You will head to the south gate of Angkor Thom followed by the Angkor Thom (comprises of renowned Bayon Temples which was made up of 54 towers and 216 faces of Buddhisatva Avalokesvara) and Baphoun temples which was one the most spectacular temples during the Angkor empire heyday.

Pass by the Terrace of Elephant, which was used for the public ceremonies and served as the stage for the king’s grand audience hall, the Terrace of leper king (one of Angkor’s mysteries), and the ancient Royal Palace Phimeanakas.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Ta Prohm, National Road #6, Siem Reap 17252 Cambodia
Visit Ta Prohm Temple, known as the “jungle temple” or “tree temple” referring to the lush trees surrounding the temple’s stones. The gigantic roots of the trees embracing the ruins have made it one the Angkor’s most popular temples.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang Angkor, Siem Reap Cambodia
You will spend the afternoon to discover Banteay Kdei temple which was built by the King Jayavarman VII in the late of 12th century. This sprawling temple, largely non-restored, was a monastic complex in much the same style of Ta Prohm temple.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Angkor Wat, Siem Reap 17254 Cambodia
Afterwards visit the WORLD HERITAGE SITE which is well known as Angkor Wat which is one of the most important archaeological site in South-east Asia which was built by the great Khmer King Soriyavaraman II in the early on 12th century dedicated to Vishnu God Hindu religion.
Duration: 3 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 2: Explore the citadel of women and the Kbal Spean Waterfall and the River of 1 000 linga

Stop At: Banteay Srei, Siem Reap Cambodia
Our tour guide will lead you to Bantey Srey temple, located around one hour drive from Siem Reap. Considered as the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art, Banteay Srey is cut from stone of a pinkish hue and comprises of some of the finest carving in Cambodia.
Duration: 2 hours

Stop At: Kbal Spean, Angkor Kulen Hills, Siem Reap Cambodia
Visit Kbal Spean Waterfall and the river of 1 000 lingas. Kbal Spean Waterfall displays stunning carvings under the water representing Vishnu and Brahma Gods. Uphill walk through the jungle about 2 kilometers to reach the waterfall.
Duration: 4 hours

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.

Day 3: Discover Cambodian’s traditional life on TonLe Sap lake by visiting the Kompong Phluk floating village.

Stop At: Kompong Phluk, On the Tonle Sap, Siem Reap Cambodia
Go aboard our minivan to the great TonLe Sap lake (the biggest fresh water lake in South-east Asia) which will give you a fascinating insight of the true Cambodian life.

Drive may take around 40 minute from Siem Reap to the boat’s pier. You will be invited to ride on a private boat leading to floating village of Kompong Phluk (traditional Khmer floating Village located 30km from Siem Reap). Discover the tall stilted houses, floating hospital, fishery, old lifestyle of the country and the natural landscape of the flooded Mangroves forest. Boat ride lasts around 1h30 – 2 hours and may vary depending on the season. You will be offered to go for a 15 minutes tour through the flooded Mangroves forest on a small boat (is it not included in the price just 5 USD for small boat ) which is a great break on your way to TonLe Sap where you will be able to experience local fauna and flora. While your boat will finish its ride on a larger view on the TonLe Sap.
Duration: 4 hours

Stop At: Angkor National Museum, 968 Vithei Charles de Gaulle Blvd Khrum 6, Siem Reap Cambodia
Visit the Angkor National Museum, presenting one of the most immense and prestigious collection of Buddha statues and relics ever assembled in just one gallery.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Artisans Angkor, Stung Thmey Street, Siem Reap 17259 Cambodia
Visiting Artisan D'Angkor, a local NGO which aims to improve life of disadvantaged Cambodians from rural areas and enter their workshop where you will be conveyed to craft your own stone carving.
Duration: 1 hour

No meals included on this day.
No accommodation included on this day.