Angkor World Heritage Private 4 days/ 3 nights

Arrive in Siem Reap by flight. Welcome to Siem Reap, the treasure of the Kingdom of Cambodia! Upon arrival, meet your Cambodian tour guide at the designated meeting point for a warm welcome and introduction. You will then be transferred to your hotel for check-in.

Enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant accompanied by an Apsara Dance show.

For travelers seeking the cultural highlights of Cambodia, no visit to the country is complete without attending at least one traditional Khmer dance performance, often referred to as “Apsara Dance” after one of the most popular classical dance pieces. Traditional Khmer dance is better described as “dance-drama,” as the performances are not merely dances but also convey stories and messages.

Meals: D

Accommodation: Hotel

We begin our visit with Prasat Kravan. Its five brick towers were built for Hindu worship in 921 and are notable for the bas-reliefs carved into the bricks of the interior walls.

Banteay Kdei, a massive Buddhist temple dating from the second half of the 12th century, is surrounded by four concentric walls, with the outer walls measuring 500 by 700 meters. We then visit Srah Srang, a basin opposite Banteay Kdei measuring 800 by 400 meters, with a tiny island in the middle where only the stone base remains of what was once a wooden temple.

Next, we visit Ta Prohm, famous for its appearance in “Tomb Raider.” Ta Prohm has been abandoned to the elements, serving as a reminder that while empires rise and fall, the riotous power of nature marches on, oblivious to the dramas of human history. Left as it was “discovered” by French explorer Henri Mouhot in 1860, the temple features tentacle-like tree roots that are slowly strangling the surviving stones—a striking example of how humankind once conquered nature to create, only for nature to later conquer humankind and destroy.

We then move on to Ta Keo. Built by Jayavarman V, who ruled from 968 to 1001, it was the first Angkorian monument constructed entirely of sandstone and was dedicated to Shiva. The summit of the central tower stands 50 meters high and is surrounded by four lower towers.

Next is Thommanon, a temple that mirrors Chau Say Tevoda, located just to the north. Built around the same time, the two temples share a similar plan. Thommanon is dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu. We also visit Chau Say Tevoda, built during the second quarter of the 12th century opposite Thommanon and dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu.

We continue through the rural countryside to the small but beautiful temple of Banteay Srei. This temple is largely built of pink sandstone, a harder rock that allows for more elaborate carvings and better withstands the passage of time. Here, you will have the opportunity to capture photographs of the intricate and detailed carvings.

Finally, we continue to Banteay Samre. Its rose-colored sandstone walls are decorated with carvings and bas-reliefs that rank among the finest examples of Angkorian craftsmanship.

Meals: B, L

Accommodation: Hotel

After breakfast, we begin our visit to the following attractions:

Angkor Thom, the ancient capital dating back to the 12th century. We visit the South Gate and Bayon Temple, which is unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara.

Next, we visit Baphuon Temple, located just north of Bayon. It is a pyramidal representation of the mythical Mount Meru.

We then explore Phimeanakas Temple, located within a large complex that served as a royal residence in the past. The Terrace of the Elephants was a platform where the king and officials watched shows and held gatherings.

Preah Palilay, an older temple located near Angkor Thom, lies deep in the forest. On the path back, you may see monks sprinkling water on people.

We continue to visit the famous Angkor Wat. A UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992, Angkor Wat is renowned for its beauty and splendor. It features the world's longest continuous bas-relief, which runs along the outer gallery walls and depicts stories from Hindu mythology.

Enjoy a one-hour foot massage, followed by a walk along the bustling Pub Street, where you can find many bars offering cool drinks, or go shopping at Angkor Night Market.

Meals: B, L

Accommodation: Hotel

After breakfast, depart from Siem Reap for Tonlé Sap, driving along the eastern side of the lake. Upon arrival at Kompong Khleang, a remarkable village built entirely on stilts, you will have time to explore the various houses, schools, and shops before boarding your private boat.

Cruise along a short tributary, passing fishermen and children playing in the shallow waters, before arriving at a typical floating village, where you may either disembark or continue cruising through the waterways.

Transfer to Siem Reap Airport for your departure to the next destination. Say goodbye to your Cambodian guide and driver. Goodbye, Cambodia!

Meals: B, L

Accommodation: N/A