Angkor Wat Discovery Tours 5Days/4Nights

Tour overview

Indulgently discover amazing Siem Reap followed by 3-day fully guided journey to see the unbeatable masterpieces of Angkor Wat & its historical complex, visit the idyllic waterfall at Phnom Kulen with a chance for cooling down, swimming and walk to see the giant reclining Buddha. The last day of guided tour, we take a boat trip to explore Kompong Phluk village which is famed for its pleasant mangroves, enjoy the rowing boat going closer to the lines of stilt houses while witnessing local life with interesting activities on the lake.

Tour Summary:

• Day 1: Siem Reap – Arrival
• Day 2: Siem Reap – Full Day Guided Angkor Discovery
• Day 3: Siem Reap – Phnom Kulen Waterfall & Apsara Performance
• Day 4: Siem Reap – Tonle Sap Lake, Kompong Phluk Stilt House & Mangrove
• Day 5: Siem Reap – Departure

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1 | Siem Reap – Arrival

Meal: None

You will be greeted by our experienced tour guide and driver at the arrival gate then transfer directly to hotel for check in. It’s your own free time after check-in.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 2 | Siem Reap – Full Day Guided Angkor Discovery

Meal: Breakfast, Lunch

Breakfast is at hotel. We’re journeying out (by Tuk Tuk) of hotel at 8.00am the South Gate of Angkor Thom atop 4 giant faces that religiously represents compassion, sympathy, equanimity and charity. Stroll around Bayon temple consisting of more than 200 smiling faces in stone, admired by interesting temples including Baphuon, Phimeanakas, terrace of leper king and terrace of elephant. Resume the journey to visit Ta Prohm temple adorned with the stunning, amazing tree roots where Lara Croft Tomb Raider was filmed. Enjoy Khmer set lunch at a selected local restaurant.

Afternoon, continue to witness the marvelous Angkor Wat – the world’s heritage listed by UNESCO in 1992 and the largest unrivaled monument in the world. Built by Suryavarman II in 12th Century, Angkor Wat is considered as one of the top destinations in Asia and is a must-see in your lifetime. Learning from your tour guide the amazing history, its ancestral incredible, architectural masterpieces and the finest carvings dates back to the Khmer Empire when it dominated the largest parts of Southeast Asia.

Note: Sunset is available and free of charge, either at Phnom Bakheng (crowded) or at Pre Rup temple. Sunrise at Angkor Wat is surcharge from $20.00 to $40.00 per trip.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 3 | Siem Reap – Phnom Kulen Waterfall & Apsara Performance

Meal: Breakfast, Dinner

Breakfast is at hotel. We’re journeying out at 8.30am to visit one of Cambodia’s national parks – popularly known as “Phnom Kulen” where you see the famous, beautiful waterfall in Siem Reap. Phnom Kulen (Mountain of Lychee) situates about 57km with approx. 1 hour drive, the site is regarded as the holy mountain for religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists and was the significant home of the ancient Khmer Empire when King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 804 CE. The journey provides nice views of rice paddies, countryside dotting with palm trees and cattle. We will have a short visit at Preah Dak market to witness daily life of people selling their vegetables, meat and exchange the trades.

Enjoy the walking tour to see the giant reclining Buddha statue on the hilltop along with breathtaking, spectacular views and learn from your tour guide about historical site. Resume walking within the jungle to witness religious Hindu of the riverbed of 1000 linga carvings, next we move to observe the sacred ground-pool before we head to relax near the waterfall. From then, it is your own free time for cooling down, bathing, swimming and enjoying local lunch and fresh coconut juice nearby (own account). Late afternoon, we drive back to Siem Reap and on the way, we stop for a visit at palm sugar village and other various local handicraft souvenirs.

Evening, we leave to have Khmer set dinner followed by traditional Apsara dance performance at a selected local restaurant.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 4 | Siem Reap – Tonle Sap Lake, Kompong Phluk Stilt House & Mangrove

Meal: Breakfast

Breakfast is at hotel. We depart at 8.30am to Kompong Phluk village locating at Tonle Sap of Cambodia – the most extensive freshwater lake in Asia. The journey passes interesting city highlight then we stroll around Rolous market to see local trading activities before taking a boat trip along canal toward the centre of Kampong Phluk. Once we arrive, the boat begins to slow down to let you enjoy the surrounding admired by amazing houses atop high poles, come across the highlight of fishing activities as well as see people selling fruits/vegetable/meats on their boats, you sometimes see kids in student uniforms coming back from their classes. Witness how life works on the water and how people make the lake as home then we resume take canoe to explore the pleasant mangroves, enjoy the serenity while taking picturesque photos and you may see a few waterbirds. Continue by our boat to see the Great Lake of Tonle Sap, learn from your tour guide about ecosystem and its rich biosphere reserve. We disembark, take the car back to the hotel and have your own free time.

Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 5 | Siem Reap – Departure

Meal: Breakfast

Breakfast is served at hotel. Basically enjoy your own free time on this last day before transferring to airport for flight back home.

Note: A group of 6pax up is included tour guide for airport transfer.

Say Goodbye to friendly Cambodia.

Tour Prices are quoted in US dollar per person

2 Pax: $315.00
3 Pax: $289.00
4 Pax: $260.00
5 Pax: $245.00
6 Pax: $233.00

Kids (0-4 yrs) are free of charge, Children (5 – 11 yrs) 50% charge of the adult (12 yrs+) and need to be accompanied by at least one adult.

Additional Tour Information Before You Go

Dressing Code

Cambodia geographically stays in the tropical monsoon, its weather varies and annually brings wet and dry seasons, generally hot in during day time and a bit cooler at night, and in the early morning. You should wear whatever most comfortable but remember to dress appropriately to respect the locals and other religious sites; pagodas, temples and holy places. Clothes must cover your shoulders and knees when you wish to visit the top part at Angkor Wat, Royal Palace in Phnom Penh and when you go to meet Buddhist monks.