DAY1: SIEM REAP - ARRIVAL 

DAY2: SUNRISE - TONLE SAP - BANTEAY SREI by JEEP

DAY3: UNESCO TOUR by JEEP

DAY4: MONK BLESSING- OX CART RIDE- COUNTRYSIDE by TUK TUK

DAY5: SIEM REAP - DEPARTURE 

 

Welcome to The capital of Siem Reap Province, Siem Reap serves as Cambodia‘s hip epicenter, Filled with an impressive array of colonial and Chinese- style architecture, not to mention a gateway to the magnificent temples of Angkor. Siem Reap town features notable boutiques, multicultural dining, enriching museums and relaxation-ready spas, though it’s most revered site is iconic Angkor Wat situated in the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A symbol of Khmer genius, its imposing grandeur gives way to breathtaking bas reliefs depicting historical mythology.  A city just waiting to be explored, culturally rich Siem Reap brims with treasures for history buffs and modern- minded traveler alike. 

Upon arrival at Siem Reap Airport, where you will be warmly welcomed by our team inside the terminal to assist in the Cambodian Visa Express procedure. Then you collect and take your luggage to the exit, where your tour guide and driver will be waiting for transfer to hotel check in. 

 

Inside Arrival Terminal, you are met by our representative (signboard with your names) who assists you through the entrance formalities, collecting your passport (no photo is required) before completing the necessary forms to submit the visa on arrival application. The Visa fee is covered by our representative then he/she accompanies you through immigration, baggage collection and customs into the arrivals hall where you are met your guide outside the arrival terminal.

 

Early this morning, you are met and greeted by your Signatures of Indochina representative in your hotel lobby to witness the sunrise at Phnom Krom Hill.

 

Watch the sunrise at Phnom Krom Hill over the main temple of Phnom Krom, built 889 A.D an unforgettable and quintessential Southeast Asia experience. Then walk amid the moss – peppered pathways, gazing up at the intricately carved tower tops or climb the steep narrow temple steps that lead to wide courtyards contemplate the temple’s spiritual power while you walk in the cool shade of its hallways, stopping to take in the perfume of burning incense Once the seat of the mighty Angkor Empire it was from here that kings  ruled over a vast territory that extended from the tip of what is now southern Vietnam northward to Yunnan in china and westward to the bay of Bengal. 

 

Awake in the realm of gods, then enjoy the stunning view of sunrise at 

 

Your Private Breakfast serves you as the exclusive guests who come to visit this sacred temple followed by the temple history indulge yourself with the soul of natural surrounded by fragrance of fresh flowers with bird singing.

 

After your breakfast, on top of the hill there is a Buddhist Pagoda where monks live and you will meet the resident monks and offer alms. This will be followed by a Buddhist blessing ceremony your guide will also take you on a tour of the pagoda The temple is home to many Buddhist monks who you will be able to see going about their daily chores.

 

Walk down from the hill (140m height), 30minutes, drive to explore the Tonle Sap Lake, Khmer fishing & floating villages.

Tonle Sap Lake, Embark on a traditional wooden boat and depart from Chong Kneas to visit floating village on the great lake of Tonle Sap. You will go through the floating houses with small private boats. The natural wonder of Tonle Sap offers an insight into the old tradition of riparian life and the natural splendors of the countryside.

Continue to visit Les Artisans d’Angkor a complete visit of the arts and crafts school will take you through the various training and production workshops of the les Artisans D’ Angkor. Discover the traditional techniques used for wood sculpting, stone carving, lacquer work, polychrome and stone patina work with the explanation of a guide. 

 

After lunch time continue to explore Banteay Srei, Which in some obvious aspects, stands apart from the other monuments of the Angkor region Relatively isolated 13 miles northeast of the main temple group Banteay Srei is built in pink sandstone rather than the more usual gray and is one of the very few temple that was not endowed by royalty. It was in fact built by Yajnavarha, a Brahmin Priest and key figure at court in the 10th century. 

 

Tucked away at the eastern edge of the Angkor complex, is the small and somewhat isolated temple of Banteay Samre named after the Samre, a tribe that lived around Phnom Kulen the temple’s distinctive lotus –flower tower gives immediate temple complexes Banteay Samre is nevertheless more peaceful than many. 

  

Enjoy your breakfast, start your exploring early morning to get rid from crowd at 07:00am from your hotel then arriving there at 07:30Am when this temple is opening for tourist- you might be the first visitor of the day!

 

The fascinating Ta Prohm Temple, Which for the many is the most romantic experience of Angkor One of the most spectacular effects of the forest’s encroachment on Ta Prohm is the way trees have grown into and around the towers and galleries seeds carried by bird and dropped onto the Temple roofs spouted aerial roofs that trailed to the ground, where they took root and grew into the monument and paradoxically for supporting them as long as the trees live.

 

Continue to the main temple of Angkor Wat an unforgettable and quintessential Southeast Asia experience.

 

In the afternoon, to visit South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Royal Palace, Terrace of Elephant and Terrace of Leper King. Discover Angkor Thom a heavily fortified city built in the 12th century by the greatest of the Khmer rulers King Jayavarman VII (1181-1201). With a population in excess of one million inhabitants Angkor Thom was larger than any city in Europe at the time. 

 

Proceed to the Bayon Temple also constructed during the reign of King Jayavarman VII This Temple complex marks the exact center of Angkor Thom Making it the most venerated of the city’s temple the structure is considered by  most Angkor  specialists to be one of the finest examples of classical Khmer architecture situated on front of the east entry tower of the enclosing wall at the Royal palace is the Terrace of the Elephants It’s has three platforms and shows sing of having been rebuilt and added to The Terrace of the leper  king is supported by a base 80 feet long The sides are faced in sandstone and decorated with bas-reliefs which are divided into several registers  The original statue of the leper King can be found in the  courtyard of the National Museum in Phnom Penh.

  

Your day will be remarkable for your holiday in Siem Reap to enjoy the unique atmosphere “Sunset Over Angkor Thom” where you will be strongly impressed with its magic old doors and artifacts. Time for photo and listen to the guide interesting stories. Then, embark on an Angkor Gondola, a replica of a traditional Khmer boat, which is propelled with a wooden paddle by an experienced oarsman. Glide gently along the Southern Angkor Thom’s moat while admiring the sunset over Angkor Archaeological Park. Once you reach the southwest corner of the Ancient City, disembark near one of the four temples called Prasat Chrung and hike with your guide to the ruined building, constructed in the late 12th century. Walk under the shade of trees to the top of the gate, where a sunset viewpoint awaits. During your visit, you will be served Canape, free flow drinks (solfdrink, beer, red and white wine) and learn about the four small sandstone temples, which were dedicated to a bodhisattva and designed in the style of Prasat Bayon, the magnificent temple at the center of Angkor Thom. Stay late and then transfer back to the hotel where you will spend the rest of the day at your leisure.

 

Enjoy your breakfast, you will be picked up and transferred by Tuk Tuk to start up your Cambodian cooking experiences.

Cooking Class gives visitors the opportunity to learn how to prepare traditional and delicious Khmer dishes under the guidance of a genuine professional Chef. You’ll visit the local market, see the action for yourself and learn about the produce soon to become your food. Our clean, professional standard facility is located Khmer Village in a traditional style Cambodian house with beautiful gardens you can enjoy dining in once your meal is made. This is a truly unique and unforgettable experience for those who wish to do more than just see the sights.

 

Continue to experience OX CART Ride in the village. 

 

This evening you will be picked up by our English speaking Tuk Tuk driver to explore the night life tour os Siem Reap.

 

Siem Reap’s best chefs, authentic Cambodian cuisine, progressive dinner

 

- Visit 3 of most highly rated restaurants in town. Enjoy a progressive dinner with starter, main course and dessert in three different Siem Reap restaurants.

- The very best of authentic Cambodian cuisine.

- The top chefs in Siem Reap who between them have Michelin star training, worked with Anthony Bourdain, Luke Nguyen and Gordon Ramsay and hold the title of Cambodia’s only Master Chef.

- Starter, main course and dessert (at 3 different locations), the food is pre-ordered based on the signature dishes of each place.

- 3 drinks per person (one at each location), based on a choice of cocktails, wine, beer, juice or soft drinks.

- Private tuk tuk and driver for the evening. Pick up and drop off from your hotel. 

- Welcome information pack.

 

Enjoy your breakfast - Free and easy at your own leisure. Transfer to International Airport for your departure.