6 Days - Explore Around Siem Reap And Its Uniqueness

After breakfast at the hotel, today we will experience a full-day bike tour to Angkor archaeological park from Siem Reap. We will explore the majestic Angkor Temples complex, which is the “7th Wonders of the World” and the world’s largest temple with excellent masterpieces of carvings, sculptures, and perfect structure. We will continue visiting the South Gate of Angkor Thom City Complex and see the magnificent Bayon temple which is one of the most recognizable images connected to classic Khmer art and architecture. Afterward, we will explore Prohm Temple, another fabulous temple covered by dense tropical forest. Its state of ruin is a state of beauty, which is investigated with delight and left with regret. Ta Prohm is also a place where the famous Hollywood movie Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie was filmed. Then, we will return back to the hotel and overnight. 

After breakfast at the hotel, today we will explore Chong Kneas Floating Village of Tonle Sap Lake. On the way, we will stop and visit the beautiful tranquil seasonal lotus field. Tonle Sap Lake is one of the largest fresh-water lakes in SouthEast Asia. We will explore the real traditions and the lively nature of the local people living in floating houses. We will enjoy the spectacular sunset on Cambodia’s Natural Wonder with a slight refreshment for your enjoyment. Transfer back to Siem Reap and overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast at the hotel, our guide will meet you and begin your exciting cycling tour to the destination located around 30 km from the Siem Reap Town. On the way, we will stop at a typical local market that provides food and a wide variety of vegetables and fruits for daily use by the local people. And then, we will continue cycling to the amazing man-made water reservoir which began construction in the 11the Century. The reservoir means Baray in the Khmer language. In West Baray, we will explore the lifestyle of Cambodian people living in the countryside and jungle, and you will have the opportunity to converse with some villagers in the countryside. And then we will ride back to the hotel and overnight in Siem Reap.

After breakfast at the hotel, our guide will meet you and drive to the Kulen Mountain (known as the mountain of the lychees) and it is located 58kms from Siem Reap town to the north of the province. Kulen Mountain is considered a holy mountain in Cambodia, of special religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists who come to the mountain in pilgrimage. It also has major symbolic importance for Cambodians as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire. We will also visit the most remarkable sacred 1000 Lingas river which is the symbol of Hindu god Shiva and visit Preah Ang Thom pagoda with its giant reclining Buddha. After that, we will continue to visit the waterfall. There are 2 main waterfalls on Kulen Mountain and the size of the waterfalls varies according to the seasons and the rain. Then we will enjoy and then take the nice photos of the Nicest Waterfall in Cambodia.  Afternoon we will return back to Siem Reap town and on the way, we will visit local village names Banteay Srey Village to see villagers make natural palm sugar and other daily usage products. In the evening, we will join to see the Phare Performance by Cambodian young artists. Phare is one of Cambodia’s most innovative social enterprise models. Phare is more than just a circus, Phare performers use theater, music, dance, and modern circus arts to tell uniquely Cambodian stories; historical, folk, and modern. The young circus artists will astonish you with their energy, emotion, enthusiasm, and talent. Moreover, your Phare ticket will leave a positive impact on the communities and support local acrobats and young & talented artists. Return back to the hotel for overnight.