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Watch live Kun-Khmer kickboxing at the TV-Stadium with the ringside seats. There are five local and international fights with two hours length. Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday Evening. Be picked up from your accommodation and arrive at the stadium in plenty of time before boxing begins. Sit ring side and be part of the electric atmosphere that is generated by both local and international fights on the card for the night. Khmer or Pradal Serey is a style of kickboxing originating in Cambodia. It dates back to the 9th century and was taught to Angkor Warriors to defend Angkor Wat. It is a free fighting style consisting of stand-up strikes and clinches. There are min types of strikes; punches, kicks, elbow and knee strikes. The clinch is used to wear down the opponent. The clinch opponents use short range kicks and elbow to dominate. Cambodian fighter tend to use more elbow strikes than other martial arts, with more victories coming from elbow strikes than any other strike.

Spend half a day exploring the rural countryside around Siem Reap with this bicycle tour. After being fitted with a bicycle and helmet, your English-speaking guide will lead you through back roads, across rice fields and farms, and into small local villages where you'll learn about how locals live, first hand.

The world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Archaeological Park in Cambodia draws crowds from around the world. Opt for a personalized experience on a small-group tour from Siem Reap—a hassle-free way to explore the archeological site. In an intimate group limited to 12, you’ll stay cool in an air-conditioned minibus and avoid looking for hard-to-find meeting points with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Travel beyond the city streets on this full-day guided tour of Sihanoukville and the surrounding countryside and coastline. Including pickup from your hotel or the port, this small-group discovery tour will take you on a cultural and historical journey through Sihanoukville, from the beautiful sandy beaches and fishing origins of the coastal city to the Khmer Rouge hideout at Kbal Chhay Waterfall, Buddhist monasteries and the labyrinthine Psar Leu—Central Market.

Siem Reap is famous for its high-octane nightlife. Make sure you visit the best of the town’s bars and clubs on a nightlife tour with a local guide—a social and high-energy experience suitable for solo travelers and groups. Rather than heading to the bars featured in guide books, you’ll drink, eat, and dance in places favored by locals. Plus, hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off are also included.

The Tonle Sap is home to the floating village Kampong Phluk and is one of the most famous Siem Reap day trips. This small-group tour provides an intimate view into life in the village and offers visitors the chance to meet and to meet and converse with residents and learn about the sustainable village and how it changes between the wet and dry seasons.

Roam the Cambodian countryside with this full day tuk-tuk tour. Led by qualified tour guides, travel through the rural areas of Battambang to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Khmer people. Learn about the Pol Pot regime and visit bat caves while climbing the mountain Phnom Sampeau. Meet locals and ride on the historic bamboo train while admiring the gorgeous scenary.

Spend the day exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the stunning Angkor Wat complex. Your personal guide will ensure you see the best parts of the massive archaeological site, sharing fascinating facts and history about the ancient temples along the way. Don’t waste time trying to navigate the complex; this all-day tour will ensure you see it all, ending at the picturesque Angkor Wat for sunset.

Avoid the challenge of navigating a fast-changing city and planning multiple stops in Phnom Penh with a private full-day tour that keeps logistics simple. Instead of arranging transport and entry tickets yourself, you move seamlessly between cultural landmarks, markets, and historical sites with a guide who provides context along the way. It’s a stress-free way to understand the city’s heritage and history in a single day.

This handy, small-group tour has been especially crafted for cruise ship passengers who have a limited amount of time in Sihanoukville. Get picked up directly from the port or your hotel, so you won’t waste any time trying to find a meeting place. Enjoy a mix of natural and cultural activities, such as monuments, markets, temples, and beaches. Learn a lot about Cambodian culture and history in a short time from your English-speaking guide.

Delve into city life beyond the temples on this gentle guided walking and sightseeing tour of Siem Reap. Explore the city’s ancient streets and old buildings—including a hidden 10th-century temple and the old royal residence—before visiting a monastery to learn about the monk lifestyle and the importance of religion and ritual in Cambodian culture. Your guide will also take you to a local market to try some delicious snacks and desserts.

See what life is like in a traditional Cambodian floating village on this convenient half-day tour to Kompong Phluk. Located on the huge Tonle Sap Lake, this village is made up of buildings on stilts. You’ll get the chance to explore the village and mangrove forest by boat. This tour is ideal for travelers staying in Siem Reap who want to experience a different part of Cambodia in a short time.

The UNESCO-listed Angkor Archeological Site is a highlight of any visit to Cambodia, with temples and sculptures that sprawl across 150 square miles (400 square km.). This full-day, small-group tour makes it possible to explore the complex in one day with a professional historian guide. In addition to visiting Angkor’s architectural highlights, take in jungle-shrouded buildings.

At least two million Cambodians were killed under the Khmer Rouge. Learn more about the regime’s brutal genocide programme with a guided tour of the Choeung Ek Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng, where political prisoners were held and interrogated. Your guide will help you translate the exhibits and answer any questions you have.

Discover the mesmerizing beauty of Angkor Wat at sunrise, delve into the history of the Khmer Empire, and explore some of the most popular temples on this full-day private tour of the Angkor Archaeological Park. A great way to maximize your time in Siem Reap, your guide will help you skip the crowds and share the stories and secrets of the temples, including Ta Prohm, Bayon, and Angkor Thom (Angkor entry not included).

The best time to see Angkor Wat for the first time is undoubtedly at sunrise. Experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site at its most magical during a private sunrise tour that ensures you make it to the temple in time. Your guide provides insider knowledge about the culture and history of the area, and transports you between attractions in air-conditioned comfort.

Spend the day in nature without the hassle of arranging transfers or route planning on this small-group trip to Phnom Kulen National Park. See how palm sugar is made at a village then hike to waterfalls, a reclining Buddha sculpture, and 1000 Lingas, a series of ancient riverbed carvings, with a picnic lunch of grilled chicken and beer en route.

Choose Your Preferred Tour Option Select the tour option that best matches your interests, preferred experience, and available time: • Angkor Wat Sunrise by Tuk-Tuk Witness a breathtaking sunrise at Angkor Wat before exploring the most important temples along the Angkor Small Circuit. • Full-Day Angkor Temples Tour Enjoy a classic full-day tuk-tuk tour through Angkor Archaeological Park, including Angkor Wat and other remarkable temples. • Angkor Temples and Banteay Srei by Tuk-Tuk Explore the highlights of Angkor and visit Banteay Srei, the exquisite pink-sandstone temple renowned for its intricate carvings. • Angkor Tour with Tour Guide Enhance your experience with a professional English-speaking tour guide who will share the history, culture and stories of the Khmer Empire. • Angkor Wat Sunset Tour by Tuk-Tuk Explore the magnificent Angkor Wat and end your journey with a memorable sunset experience at Angkor Wat.

The UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat is the star attraction of Cambodia and the magnificent temple complex is even more atmospheric at sunrise. This full-day small-group tour from Siem Reap makes an early start to avoid the crowds and visits highlights including Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, and Bayon temple (entrance fees at your expense). Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Visit the remote temples of Koh Ker and Beng Mealea via minibus on this small-group tour from Siem Reap. You'll venture off the beaten track, heading first to Beng Mealea (believed to be a prototype for Angkor Wat) and then on to Koh Ker, an abandoned forest temple dating to the 10th century.

A professional English speaking tour guide will pick you up from your hotel and drive you to the killing fields of Choeung Ek Genocide Center – 9 miles away south of Phnom Penh. The infamous killing fields have a bloody history. Once an orchard and a Chinese cemetery, the Khmer Rouge, lead by Pol Pot, turned the place into what became known as the killing fields, where they executed around 2.000 prisoners. Over three years, they massacred and buried 2.5 million people. After remembering the dead, return to Phnom Penh to visit Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21). Meaning hill of the poisonous trees, Pol Pot turned a once popular high school into a high security prison. 20,000 people were imprisoned there, many of whom were tortured for information. Today it serves as a museum and a reminder of darker days. Your guide will return you to your hotel or guesthouse. you could ask any question tour tour guide

Experience the beauty of Angkor through the eyes of a professional photographer and enjoy a fun photoshoot at the same time. A great way to create amazing memories and take home professional photos of you exploring the ancient temples in the heart of the jungle, this full-day photoshoot tour includes a sunrise trip out to the historic city to catch the best light, transport, and high-res photos (Angkor entry not included).

Benefit from the knowledge of a local guide on this full-day tour of Sihanoukville. Visit small fishing villages, sandy beaches, Buddhist temples, and Kbal Chhay Waterfall. Have time to browse at Phsar Leu Central Market, and observe daily life in rural Cambodia as you drive through the countryside. Includes guide, round-trip transportation, entrance fees, and a stop for lunch (own expense).

Discover all that Siem Reap has to offer on this three-day guided tour, which includes a sunrise visit to Angkor Wat and in-depth tour of its most popular temples, including Ta Prohm – aka the Tomb Raider temple. Visit Tonle Sap Lake where people live in traditional Khmer stilt houses or watch the acrobatics at Phare Circus, a uniquely Cambodian cultural performance (depending on the season).