Itinerary

1. Day 1: Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat & Sunset

   • 8:00 AM – Tour Begins
     • Your guide will meet you in your hotel lobby after breakfast to assist with temple ticket purchases.
   • Morning Exploration
     • Angkor Thom (The Big City):
       • Visit the South Gate, featuring Buddha's smiling face and its beautiful water reflections.
       • Discover the Bayon Temple (Smile Temple), a Buddhist masterpiece built by King Jayavarman VII.
       • Explore the Baphuon, an earlier Hindu temple, and the Royal Palace area.
       • Walk along the Elephant and Leper King Terraces and admire their intricate carvings.
       • Visit Ta Nie, a hidden gem surrounded by forest.
       • End the morning at Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple), where giant trees entwine with ancient ruins.
   • 12:00 PM – Lunch Break
     • Enjoy a meal at a local restaurant near the temples (meal not included).
   • Afternoon Adventure
     • Visit the world-renowned Angkor Wat, the crown jewel of Khmer architecture and one of the Seven Wonders of the World.
     • Take your time to explore the galleries, bas-reliefs, and central sanctuary.
   • 5:00 PM – Sunset at Phnom Bakheng
     • Climb Bakheng Mountain to witness a breathtaking sunset view over the Angkor complex.
   • 6:30 PM – Return to Hotel

2. Day 2: Sunrise, Banteay Srei & Floating Village

   • 4:30 AM – Angkor Wat Sunrise
     • Depart early to catch the mesmerising sunrise at Angkor Wat with its perfect reflection in the moat.
   • 7:00 AM – Breakfast
     • Return to your hotel for breakfast and a short rest.
   • Morning Exploration
     • Visit Banteay Srei (Pink Ladies Temple):
       • Admire its exquisite pink sandstone carvings, dedicated to Shiva.
     • Continue to Banteay Samre, a beautifully restored Hindu temple.
     • Explore Pre Rup, a mountain temple with stunning views, historically used for cremations.
   • 12:00 PM – Lunch Break
     • Relax and dine at a local restaurant near the temples.
   • Afternoon Excursion
     • Head to Kampong Phluk Floating Village on Tonle Sap Lake:
       • Take a private boat ride through the floating village and observe traditional stilt houses.
       • Experience local fishermen's daily life and explore the lush mangrove forests.
   • 3:30 PM – Return to Hotel