Cambodia Angkor Wat Discovery
- Duration
- 4 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 446
MODERATE | PRIVATE-GUIDED: The truly amazing treasures of Angkor Wat deserve several days to reveal their fascinating story. Many unique sites of this ancient city are spread out over the surrounding countryside.
Naturally, number one on anyone’s list will be a visit to exciting Angkor Wat. It can be compared in importance as an archaeological site to Machu Pichhu in Peru or Petra in Jordan. Amazingly enough, although it has existed since the 12th Century AD, it was only rediscovered in the 19th Century. Originally covered by undergrowth, archaeologists unearthed it to find some spectacular sites. Angkor Wat was originally a city of over 1 million inhabitants but was abandoned many centuries ago. This 400 square kilometer/154 square mile Hindu temple complex is vast and is situated 6 kilometres/4 miles north of the town of Siem Reap. Angkor Wat literally means Temple City and was in fact a city built by the Khmer King Suryavarman the Second in the 12th Century. Today it contains scores of temples, bas-reliefs and sculptures and is the largest Hindu temple complex in the world. It needs time to really take in all that is on offer here.
The first entry into the Angkor Wat complex brings you to the main temple called Angkor Wat, an absolutely magnificent large structure surrounded by a moat. It is also known as the GrandTemple. Just behind it is Angkor Thom which was the capital city of the Khmer Empire. Here you will see the Terrace of the Elephants which is 350 metres/1150 feet long and was the stand for public ceremonies and the Terrace of the Leper King - the origin of the name is unknown.
Next visit Bayan, a series of temples richly decorated with massive stone faces carved onto the towers. Other visits are to Ta Prohm which is an intriguing set of temples left in the way they were rediscovered in the 19th Century and covered by trees which have grown over them, Thommanon, a pair of Hindu temples, small but elegant in design and Preah Khan, an extensive area originally built as a monastery and teaching complex..
If all this seems a lot to cover in one day, then time allowing, consider extending your stay.
The next day, a further visit to Angkor Wat. This time, start with Banteay Srei situated 25 kilometrtes/16 miles north east of the main group of temples. The name literally translates as Citadel of Women. This is due to the so called fact that the temples here which have elaborate decorative wall carvings could only have been carved by women. Nearby is Banteay Samre, built with the same materials as Banteay Srei but with the use of special restoration methods is the most complete temple complex. Later travel to Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake/river combination in the country. It is unique as the direction of the flow of water reverses itself twice a year. It is also home to ethnic Vietnamese and Cham people who live most often in floating villages earning their existence through fishing. There over 300 different species of fish in the lake.
Accommodation in Siem Reap
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Borei Angkor Resort & Spa
Borei Angkor Resort & Spa is well situated in the centre of Siem Reap, the town which is close to the Angkor Wat sites. It is only a 15 minute drive to the nearest site. Although not a large hotel, it is an attractive establishment …
Borei Angkor Resort & Spa is well situated in the centre of Siem Reap, the town which is close to the Angkor Wat sites. It is only a 15 minute drive to the nearest site. Although not a large hotel, it is an attractive establishment located in a tropical garden. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, bar and lounge, coffee shop and restaurant.
Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Conference Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Laundry facilities
- Lounge(s)
- Medical Services
- Parking (Valet)
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Room Service
- Sauna
- Spa
- Spa(Hot-tub)/Jacuzzi
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Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor
Some travel the world seeking adventure. Others journey in search of the good life. At Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, experience the best of both. For over 75 years, a visit to the ancient Angkor temples has been synonymous with a stay at Raffles Grand Hotel …
Some travel the world seeking adventure. Others journey in search of the good life. At Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, experience the best of both. For over 75 years, a visit to the ancient Angkor temples has been synonymous with a stay at Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor. Now sensitively restored, the hotel's renewed elegance and modernity complement the mystery and grandeur of Angkor as never before.
Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Internet Access
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Library
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Room Service
- Spa
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Sofitel Angkor Phokeethra Hotel
Sofitel Phokeethra Royal Angkor is set among tranquil landscaped gardens on tree lined Charles de Gaulle Avenue and is the closest hotel to the ruins of Angkor Wat. The resort is near traditional markets, local tourist attractions and only 15 min drive from the airport. …
Sofitel Phokeethra Royal Angkor is set among tranquil landscaped gardens on tree lined Charles de Gaulle Avenue and is the closest hotel to the ruins of Angkor Wat. The resort is near traditional markets, local tourist attractions and only 15 min drive from the airport.
Combining French and Khmer architecture to provide elegant accommodation, the hotel features 238 rooms with balconies.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Golf
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Internet Access
- Massage Treatments
- Parking
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Room Service
- Sauna
- Spa
- Spa(Hot-tub)/Jacuzzi
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Shinta Mani Angkor Bensley Collection
These 10 ultra-luxe villa compounds with personal swimming pool allow guests to experience this lively town in a whole new level of comfort. Under the ancient canopy of Siem Reap's palace trees, each walled compound offers residents total privacy in their own tropical garden. Bill …
These 10 ultra-luxe villa compounds with personal swimming pool allow guests to experience this lively town in a whole new level of comfort. Under the ancient canopy of Siem Reap's palace trees, each walled compound offers residents total privacy in their own tropical garden. Bill Bensley has designed these residences as he likes to live himself -- being surrounded by lush gardens which are completely private.
Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Airport Shuttle Service
- Bar
- Child Friendly
- Free WiFi
- Laundry Service
- Outdoor Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Spa
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Amansara Hotel
Amansara (deriving from the Sanskrit "aman", peace, and "apsara", the heavenly nymphs of ancient Hindu mythology) in Siem Reap which is the cultural heartland of ancient Khmer civilization. It is an ideal venue for exploring the Angkor complex and its surrounds. Amansara, formerly the guest …
Amansara (deriving from the Sanskrit "aman", peace, and "apsara", the heavenly nymphs of ancient Hindu mythology) in Siem Reap which is the cultural heartland of ancient Khmer civilization. It is an ideal venue for exploring the Angkor complex and its surrounds. Amansara, formerly the guest villa of King Norodom Sihanouk, has been refurbished as an intimate 12-suite resort. This property is situated only 10 minutes from the entrance to Angkor, this private garden compound offers a home base for travellers seeking to explore the culture and history of Cambodia.
Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Internet Access
- Library
- Massage Treatments
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Sauna
- Spa
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Hari Residence & Spa
HARI Residence & Spa is a sanctuary for tourists and corporate guests alike who expect excellent hospitality and friendly service. So whether you are here for business or pleasure, the HARI Residence & Spa offers a luxurious haven, elegantly furnished to provide you with a …
HARI Residence & Spa is a sanctuary for tourists and corporate guests alike who expect excellent hospitality and friendly service. So whether you are here for business or pleasure, the HARI Residence & Spa offers a luxurious haven, elegantly furnished to provide you with a comfortable stay, all the facilities wonderful hospitality you would expect.
HARI Residence & Spa is the perfect base from which to explore the legendary Angkor temples and undiscovered treasures of Cambodia. It is conveniently located in the heart of the city, the lively Pub Street and numerous restaurants, shops and boutiques are within a few minutes' walk from the hotel. The local market, Night Market, Restaurants, Cinema and Wat Damnak pagoda are also within easy walking distance.Photo gallery
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Jaya House Riverpark
Peacefully located alongside the Siem Reap River, surrounded by fully grown trees, the Jaya RiverPark hotel is a hidden gem. A small hotel with only 36 rooms, two swimming pools, a Spa and an all-day-dining restaurant. The hotel is located about a 6-minute tuk-tuk journey …
Peacefully located alongside the Siem Reap River, surrounded by fully grown trees, the Jaya RiverPark hotel is a hidden gem. A small hotel with only 36 rooms, two swimming pools, a Spa and an all-day-dining restaurant.
The hotel is located about a 6-minute tuk-tuk journey from town in the direction of the magnificent temples of Angkor Wat. Each of the 36 rooms has either a balcony or direct garden & pool access.Facilities
- Bar
- 24 hour Front desk
- Air Conditioning
- Baggage storage
- Barbeque Facilities
- Concierge Service
- Currency Exchange
- Cycling
- Express Check In/Out
- Free Parking
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Pool
- Room Service
- Spa
- Terrace
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- Duration
- 4 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 446
Itinerary View Trip Map
Siem Reap Airport to Siem Reap City Hotel
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Tara Angkor
Experience all that Siem Reap has to offer in this stylish international hotel. The Tara Angkor Hotel is an ideal base to explore Siem Reap and the magnificent temples steeped in legend and history. Tara Angkor is conveniently located on the road to Angkor only 5km from the entrance, 15 minutes from the airport and a short ride to the centre of town. The Tara Angkor with 213 rooms is also equipped with modern amenities and is elegantly furnished to make your stay luxurious and enjoyable.
| Meal Plan | Full Breakfast |
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| Duration | 3 Nights |
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Tara Angkor |
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Tara Angkor
Experience all that Siem Reap has to offer in this stylish international hotel. The Tara Angkor Hotel is an ideal base to explore Siem Reap and the magnificent temples steeped in legend and history. Tara Angkor is conveniently located on the road to Angkor only …
Experience all that Siem Reap has to offer in this stylish international hotel. The Tara Angkor Hotel is an ideal base to explore Siem Reap and the magnificent temples steeped in legend and history. Tara Angkor is conveniently located on the road to Angkor only 5km from the entrance, 15 minutes from the airport and a short ride to the centre of town. The Tara Angkor with 213 rooms is also equipped with modern amenities and is elegantly furnished to make your stay luxurious and enjoyable.
Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Gift Shop
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Internet Access
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Parking (Valet)
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
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Half Day Angkor Temples Morning Tour
This morning, you will visit to Angkor Wat, the largest temple in the world, with a volume of stone equalling that of the Cheops pyramid in Egypt. It is unlike all the other Khmer temples in that it faces west, and is inspired by 12th Century Hinduism. Conceived by Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat took an estimated 30 years to build. It is generally believed to have been a funeral temple for the king. Intricate bas reliefs surround Angkor Wat on four sides. Each tells a story. The most celebrated of these is the Churning of the Ocean of Milk, which is located on the east wing. In it the Naga serpent, is twisted by demons and gods to spurt out the elixir of life.
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Full Day Angkor Temples and Tonle Sap with Lunch
You will start with a visit to Ta Prohm, a temple left largely in its natural state. Surrounded by jungle, its labyrinth of stone hallways is overgrown with the roots and limbs of massive banyan trees, which envelop the stone like tentacles. It is one of the largest temples at Angkor, dedicated in 1186.
You will continue to Preah Khan, "The Sacred Sword", an extensive monastic complex covering over 56 hectares and built by the Khmer King Jayavarman VII as a monastery and teaching centre. It is one of a group of temple complexes situated on a small 'Baray' or water reservoir, including the temples of Neak Pean and the monastic complex of Ta Som. Together these structures constitute one of Angkor's major axial arrangements and hydrological complexes. Preah Khan was the site of the World Monuments Fund 'prime' Asian project, a painstaking renovation that maintains its mysterious allure and superb original structure.
After lunch at a local restaurant, you will go to Ton Le Sap Lake, the largest fresh water lake in South East Asia and the lifeblood of the Cambodian fishing industry. The Mekong River, from as a far away as Phnom Penh, reverses the direction of the Ton Le Sap river to bring an overflow of water and silt to support both rice growing and breeding fish of many sizes and varieties. Hopping on board a small shaded vessel and moving between the floating homes and small fish farms will allow you to intimately experience daily lake life.
| Duration | 9 Hours |
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Siem Reap City Hotel to Siem Reap Airport
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Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- 3 nights moderate accommodations in Siem Reap
- Private-guided full day Angkor Temples tour incl. Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat
- Private-guided full day Banteay Srei, Banteay Samre and Tonle Sap tour
- Local English speaking guides
- Breakfast daily (excluding day 1)
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel insurance
- International and domestic airfare & airfare taxes
- Visa fees if applicable
- Meals and beverages not mentioned
- Gratuities
- Items of a personal nature
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
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Excursion Suggestions
As there is so much to see and do in many of our City Breaks/Stopover Ideas, you should consider staying longer. Below is a list of suggestions that can be added to your stay.
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Siem Reap: After Dark Foodie Tour by Vespa
Discover the underrated dining scene of Siem Reap on this night tour by Vespa. In the company of a local guide, you’ll head through the streets of Siem Reap and visit lo…- Duration:
- 4 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Angkor Temples Morning Tour
Take a morning visit to Angkor Wat, the largest temple in the world and the most treasured icon in all of Cambodia. Angkor Wat is particularly stunning in the morning an…- Duration:
- 3.5 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Angkor- Kingdom of Wonder by Vespa Full Day Tour
Explore the ancient temples of Angkor in modern style on this full-day tour on the back of a Vespa. Leave the main roads and tourist routes behind as you weave throughou…- Duration:
- 7 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Banteay Srei, Banteay Samre & Tonle Sap Full Day Tour
Explore some of the lesser-known temples of Angkor on this full-day tour. Visit Banteay Srei and Banteay Samre, red sandstone temples dedicated to Hindu gods, before hea…- Duration:
- 9 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Countryside life by Vespa Half Day Tour
Discover the world around Angkor Wat on this half-day tour on the back of a Vespa. Journey through the countryside in the shadow of Angkor and stop off at a landmine cle…- Duration:
- 4 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Evening Cultural Dance Show and Dinner
Take the evening to enjoy a cultural dance show in Siem Reap, which demonstrates the traditional Aspara style of Cambodian dance and recreates extracts from the Reamker,…- Duration:
- 2 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Temples incl Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm & Angkor Wat
Explore the magnificent temples of Angkor on this full day tour north of Siem Reap. Your tour takes you to Angkor Thom, the masterful last capital of the Khmer Kingdom, …- Duration:
- 10 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
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Siem Reap: Tonle Sap Lake Boat Half Day Tour
Take a half day boat tour along Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, to visit floating homes and villages, tour local fish farms, and have an i…- Duration:
- 2.5 Hours
- Prices:
- On request
