6D5N Leisure Phnom Penh-Siem Reap

Embark on a discovery tour of Phnom Penh starting at 8:00 am, where your driver and guide will meet you. Begin with a profound visit to the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly a school turned detention center during the Khmer Rouge era. Next, head to the Choeung Ek Killing Fields, another significant yet somber site that offers crucial insights into Cambodia's recent history.

The afternoon brings a lighter experience as you explore the Russian Market, Cambodia’s largest marketplace, where you can find everything from carvings and jewelry to clothing and souvenirs. Enjoy a delicious Khmer lunch at a local restaurant.

After lunch, visit Wat Phnom, a picturesque hilltop temple with beautifully landscaped gardens. Continue to the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, renowned for its 5,000 silver tiles and its impressive collection of Buddha statues in various materials. The final stop of the day is the National Museum, which boasts the world’s most extensive collection of ancient Khmer artifacts ranging from the 4th to the 13th centuries. Conclude the day with a return to your hotel.

At 8:00 am, you'll be picked up from your hotel in Phnom Penh for a transfer to Siem Reap by vehicle. The journey includes two notable stops.

The first stop is about 55 km from the capital, in the village of Skuon, famously known as Spider Town. This vibrant market village has gained notoriety for its tradition of hunting and eating tarantulas. Originating during the Khmer Rouge era when food was scarce, tarantulas remain a local delicacy. You’ll have the opportunity to explore the market, observe various ways the spiders are prepared, and perhaps sample them if you're up for it!

Following a lunch featuring Khmer cuisine, continue your drive to Siem Reap. En route, you'll visit Sambor Prei Kuk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2017. Located in Kampong Thom Province, this archaeological site dates back to the Pre-Angkorean period and features distinctive architectural elements such as prasats, octagonal towers, shiva lingams, yonis, ponds, reservoirs, and lion sculptures. Upon arrival in Siem Reap, check into your hotel and conclude your day.

At 8:00 AM, we will collect you from your accommodation to begin today’s tour. Our first stop is the South Gate, where you'll marvel at the impressive statues illustrating the churning of the ocean of milk. We'll then visit Angkor Thom, the ancient capital constructed in the late 12th century, followed by the Bayon Temple, renowned for its 54 towers adorned with more than 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara. Recently reopened after extensive restoration, the Baphuon Temple resembles an artificial mountain.

Next, we'll explore the Royal Enclosure, the Elephants Terrace, and the Terrace of the Leper King. Our journey continues to the famous Ta Prohm Temple, known for its appearance in the Tomb Raider film, though originally built between the late 12th and early 13th centuries.

For lunch, enjoy a Khmer feast at a local restaurant. Afterward, we proceed to the magnificent Angkor Wat Temple, the most revered temple in Angkor Park and the world's largest religious monument. Inside, you'll discover awe-inspiring stone carvings and bas-reliefs depicting fascinating stories. Your guide will provide detailed explanations of these exquisite artworks and ensure you have ample time to explore both the inner and outer grounds of the temple.

At the conclusion of our tour, we will return you to your hotel.

Your day of historical and contemporary exploration starts with a pickup from your hotel at 8:30 AM. The morning itinerary includes visits to two standout temples: Banteay Samre and Banteay Srei. Banteay Samre, constructed under the reigns of Suryavarman II and Yasovarman II in the early 12th century, is a Hindu temple designed in the Angkor Wat style. Afterward, we’ll head to Banteay Srei, renowned for its stunning beauty. Built predominantly from red sandstone, this temple's pink hue highlights some of the most intricate carvings.

Following our temple visits, enjoy a lunch break at a local restaurant.

In the afternoon, we journey to Tonle Sap Lake, where you'll explore various aspects of life in the floating village, including crocodile farms, fishing farms, traditional medicine shops, boat workshops, spirit houses, and floating schools. Our final stop is Artisans D’Angkor, a local artisan workshop dedicated to preserving Cambodian arts and crafts. Here, you’ll see demonstrations of wood and stone carving, lacquering, gilding, and silk painting techniques.

Take some time for a stroll or to pick up any final souvenirs before checking out at noon. Your driver will arrive to help with your luggage and transport you to the airport for your departure flight.