Discovery of the untouched temple of Banteay Chhmar

A private tour to visit Angkor temple including Small Circuit, South Gate of Angkor Thom, Banteay Srei, Grand Circuit, War Museum, Floating Village, Banteay Chhmar, Banteay Toap, Battambang, National Museum, Royal Palace, Wat Phnom, Independence Monument with a personal guide.

Day 1: Arrival and Small Circuit
Arrive in the morning – meet with guide for transfer to hotel. Afternoon start tour to Small Circuit including Prasat Kravan (Cardamon sanctuary), Banteay Kdei, Srah Srang (Royal Bath), Ta Prohm (Jungle Temple), Takeo, Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda. Overnight Siem Reap.

Day 2: South Gate of Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat
Early morning, view sunrise at Angkor Wat. Transfer to hotel for breakfast. The same morning, tour to South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Baphoun, Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Afternoon visit the World Seventh Wonder of Angkor Wat and view sunset at Phnom Bakheng Hill. Overnight Siem Reap.

Day 3: Banteay Srei and Grand Circuit
Morning visit to Banteay Srei (Citadel of the women) and Banteay Samre. Afternoon visit Grand Circuit including Pre Rup (Change the body), East Mebon, Ta Som, Neak Pean, Preah Khan and Baksei Chamkrong. Overnight Siem Reap.

Day 4: Apopo Landmine Museum and floating village
Morning visit Apopo Landmine Museum and Les Artisans d’Angkor – Chantiers Ecole where visitors can observe students learning traditional carving and finishing techniques and visit Siem Reap Market. Afternoon tour to floating village and boat trip on Tonle Sap Great Lake. Overnight Siem Reap. {B}

Day 5: Kulen Mountain and Beng Melea
Morning full day tour to Holy mountain of Phnom Kulen visit Liga carving, a legacy of the God-kings who ruled Cambodia in the ninth century, One of the eight water sources, Sleeping Buddha, and the Waterfall of Phnom Kulen. Afternoon visit Beng Melea, the largely temple overrun by vegetation and very lightly visited by the tourists, giving it an adventurous, ‘lost temple’ feel. It built in early 11th century by the King Suryavarman II. Return back to Siem Reap. Overnight Siem Reap.

Day 6: Siem Reap – Banteay Chhmar – Banteay Toap – Battambang
After breakfast at hotel, drive to the northwest to Banteay Mean Chey province – Sisophon (105km/2.45hrs) and continuing to visit Banteay Chhmar temple (60km/1.13hrs), one of the capitals of Jayavarman II. It was rebuilt by Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his sons and four generals who were killed in battle repelling a Cham invasion in 1177. The sandstone structure, built in the 11th century and dedicated to the deity Avalokiteshvara, suffered significant damage during repeated Thai invasions, although many of its huge bas-reliefs, which are said to be comparable of those of the Bayon and Angkor Wat, still remain. Proceeding to Banteay Torp temple and having pinic lunch on site before returning to Sisophon and Battambang province (120km/2.15hrs). Arrive in Battambang and check in at hotel. Overnight in Battambang.

Day 7: Wat Ek Phnom, Phnom Sampeau, Killing Field & Phnom Banon
Morning, we visit the Provincial Museum and drive along the picturesque Sangker River to visit Wat Ek Phnom (11th century – Suryavaman I). Then, proceeding to visit Phnom Sampeau and killing field/cave. Afternoon, we visit Phnom Banon, with its five sandstone towers on the top of a hill and enjoy a magnificent view of the surrounding plains. Ride Lorry (Bamboo Train) until return to Battambang for a walk through the town to discover its beautiful Colonial architecture and along the Sangke River. Overnight in Battambang.

Day 8: Battambang – Phnom Penh
Drive to Phnom Penh (291kms/4hrs). Upon arrival check in the hotel. Afternoon half-day City Tour, National Museum of Khmer Arts, Silver Pagoda on the same ground of Royal Palace, River Front Park and renowned Wat Phnom Hill. Overnight Phnom Penh.

Day 9: Genocidal museum
Morning visit Toul Sleng Museum, and Cheung Ek Killing field. Afternoon city orientation tour including, Phnom Penh Municipality Hall, National Library, National Bank, Independence Monument and shopping at New Central Market. Overnight Phnom Penh.

Day 10: Departure
Transfer to the airport for departure. {B} End of service

Tour Prices

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Discovery of the untouched temple of Banteay Chhmar

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Tour inclusive of:

Hotel accommodation with breakfast (Based on Twin sharing)
Ground transport with air-con vehicle
Tours with English speaking guide
Boat rental fee for tour per applicable program
Admission fees to tour sites throughout

Tour exclusive of:

Cambodia visa fee currently US$20 / pax payable upon arrival
Domestic Air ticket PNH-REP or V.V
International Air tickets
Domestic and International Insurance Surcharge
International airport tax departure PNH: US$25. REP US$25
Meals and drink

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