Top Siem Reap Day Trips - page 13

Avoid the tourist crowds of Angkor temple. Explore the true color of the country. Viewing the most beautiful waterfall and amazing temples, landscape throughout the countryside. Enjoyed the temples and nature, birds singing at Beng Mealea temple which made this tour unique and unforgettable.

The silhouette of the largest religious monument ever built slowly emerges in front of you as darkness gives way to the first rays of dawn.... This is a truly spectacular sight and well worth the early start today! What you will experience today is:Carvings, architecture, history, roots and trees, giant enigmatic faces and forest. The Site you will go: Angkor Wat, Angkor Wat Moat, Ta Prohm, South Gate, Bayon, Baphuon, Phimeanakas, Terrace of the Elephants and Preah Palilay.

Enjoy a full-day tour in Siem Reap to visit some of the most amazing destinations including Angkor Silk Farm, Artisans Angkor, Cambodian Cultural Village, War Museum Cambodia, Wat Thmey (Killing Fields), Psar Chaa, and more. You’ll hear fascinating commentary from your guide at each location, and all entrance fees are included. Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off make for a hassle-free outing.

Put on your walking shoes and discover the Cambodian jungle! Hidden from the beaten track lies Kbal Spean with the “River of Thousand Lingas” and an impressive waterfall in rainy season. To get to the top of Kbal Spean and appreciate the intricately carved stone river bed you have to conquer a fairly steep incline, but fear not – the path is well worn and the biggest obstacles and boulders are overcome by series of well maintained wooden staircases, yet at least medium level of fitness is required for this 3km jungle walk. On your way back you will visit a small temple of Banteay Srei well known for its beautiful delicate carvings in warm pink sandstone. This late 10th century structure is fairly compact and very different from other Angkorian temples. To round off your day you may also visit Banteay Samre – a larger temple which is often overlooked by tourists and looks gorgeous in late afternoon light. Travelling back to Siem Reap and drop off at hotel.

This experience is more than just sightseeing — travelers will connect with authentic Cambodian local life through cycling, local markets, Buddhist culture, countryside landscapes, traditional rattan basket weaving, and hands-on cultural activities. Guests will meet local people, learn forgotten traditions, and even try weaving a rattan basket by hand with local artisans. The tour also explores peaceful villages away from crowded tourist areas, offering a deeper understanding of Cambodia’s daily life, craftsmanship, and community spirit through meaningful local interactions.

If you want to escape the busloads of tourists at the most popular sites, this tour to Koh Ker and Beng Mealea is an ideal day trip for you. The temples here are overgrown with plants and tree roots, so you will feel like quite a jungle explorer. This day tour is an easy way to explore the undeveloped countryside of northern Cambodia, which can be challenging to reach if traveling independently.