Embark on a full-day private tour through the hidden temple cities of the former Khmer Empire. Clamber atop the City Wall, explore ancient temples, and visit Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious complex.
- Siem Reap Angkor International Airport - The Siem Reap Angkor International Airport is located on the East of Siem Reap City, it is 51 Kilo meters from Siem Reap and very close to Beng Mealea temple.
- Beng Mealea - Visit the most interesting temple outside the Angkor area, King Suryavarman II’s the 11th century Beng Mealea temple – a prototype for the more famous Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea Temple stands almost forgotten in the jungle and getting to the site is quite an adventure in itself. It was isolated during Cambodia’s civil war. It is the largest temple outside the main Angkor complex and in places it is remarkably intact, but in other places it is utterly destroyed; tree roots envelop many of the temple walls and doorways. The atmosphere here is eerie but a welcome contrast to the more visited temples closer to Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea shares many characteristics with Angkor Wat, but on a smaller scale. It has three encircling galleries, the same four gates and entrances, and a pair of interior libraries. It differs from Angkor Wat in having only one central tower instead of the famous five towers of Angkor Wat.
- Ro Lus Market - You will also stop to visit a local market which is situated on the Bank of Rolous river. Rolous market is one of the important markets where the local villagers go there in the morning and late afternoon to purchase fresh vegetables, meats, fruit, fresh water fish as well as household items. It’s the oldest Khmer market in that area and a must-visit for those looking to experience the local lifestyle.
- Kampong Phluk - Kampong Phlouk is a great destination for tourists to visit the flooded Mangrove trees and forests. Drive through the countryside to Tonle Sap fishing village. Enjoy country side sightseeing views, visit the local market, school, Buddhist temple, fishing villages Visit the beautiful Tonle Sap, the lake is the 2nd largest freshwater lake in the world. This lake is the lifeblood of the country and the primary source of fish and protein for most of the Cambodian population. Your local guide will explain to you the daily lifestyles and works of a local who lives on land and on water. Along the way, you will stop at some places to explore local villages on foot, meet and talk to the locals..
- Kampong Phluk Floating Village - The community largely depends on fishing for survival, primarily shrimp, spending Cambodia’s wet season fishing. Many houses and buildings are constructed on stilts ranging from 6 m to 9 m to accommodate the changes in water level between wet and dry seasons. During the dry season (November-April) as the river thins due to receding water, many turn to farming to supplement their income. Tourism, which started in the village approximately 10 years ago, is also a growing part of the local economy.
- Airport pick-up and hotel drop-off
- Short boat ride
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
- English-speaking tour guide
- Temple entrance ticket (USD37.00 per person. Child under 12 years old is FOC)
- Lunch
Your Guide will pick you up from the Airport then you’ll visit the Beng Mealea temple and the Kampong Phluk Floating Village.
Get into the Air-conditioned Car and take a short drive through the countryside to Beng Mealea temple (30-minute drive). The Guide will take you to the Ancient Quarry (the Place where ancient Khmer people cut the Stones to build Angkor Wat), you’ll see hundreds of pieces of Stones have been cut and left there since the 12th century. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant the temple.
Next up, drive to Kampong Phluk Fishing Village (1hr drive). You visit the village Market to see what the locals are selling and buying. Taste some local fruit & rice. Take a short boat ride through Fishing Village, Flooded Forest, and Mangrove Trees to the Tonle Sap Lake. You’ll stop 5 minutes at a floating house. Then walk through the village to see the everyday life of the villagers there.
Drive to Siem Reap City (30 min drive). You’ll be drop off at your hotel.
- Your Tour Guide will send you a Link to purchase the temple entrance e-ticket days in advance.
- To enter some sacred places of the temples, you have to wear clothes that cover your knees and shoulders. Casual clothes or any others are fine.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
