Top Siem Reap Day Trips - page 3

Travel like a local through the countryside around Siem Reap on this intimate bike tour with vehicle support—including door-to-door round-trip transfers. Pedal around 20 miles (32 kilometers) through the countryside, mainly on the flat, with a guide and a group no larger than eight, then explore the floating villages of Kompong Phluk on a sunset Tonlé Sap cruise. Along the way, enjoy lunch and snacks, with ample hydration.

Gain hands on experience in the art of Cambodian cuisine during a 3-hour cooking lesson with a local chef. In the morning or afternoon, travel round-trip by tuk-tuk from your hotel to a rural village outside Siem Reap. You’ll take part in an interactive workshop with a small group of food lovers and enjoy your 3-course meal afterward.

Head out of Siem Reap on a private tour that visits the River of a Thousand Lingas and Phnom Kulen waterfalls. Walk along a trail to view ancient Khmer carvings at the river (Kbal Spean), then later cool off at the scenic waterfall pools. Your private guide helps you to understand and navigate these natural sites, and maintains a flexible schedule for extra time at places of interest.

Explore a floating village in Tonle Sap Lake on a full-day, private trip to Kompong Khleang. You’ll cruise the Kleang River past traditional lakeside communities, watch for some of Tonle Sap’s vast array of bird species, and learn about daily life in the village itself. Using a private river boat to tour the lake, you’ll enjoy a personalized, unrushed cultural experience without the fixed itinerary of group tours.

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.

Go beyond the main temples of Angkor Archeological Site on a full-day, private excursion to Beng Mealea and Koh Kor Temple, two spectacular ancient sites with a fraction of Angkor’s crowds. Traveling from Siem Reap to Beng Mealea in a private, climate-controlled vehicle ensures a comfortable day of sightseeing, and you’ll have the flexibility to set your own pace, with plenty of time to see the things that interest you most.

Instead of purchasing souvenirs, this hands-on workshop connects you with a local artist and lets you create a unique hand-crafted souvenir under their guidance. Join this pottery workshop in Siem Reap and learn how to make your own ceramics using traditional Khmer tools and techniques. Get hands-on and shape your clay on the pottery wheel, add your choice of “kbach” (ornamentation).

Explore the incredible Angkor temples with this full day private tour. Led by a professional English speaking driver, learn about the region's history and culture. Adjust the itinerary according to your interests and preferences, including local villages or authentic cuisine. Tour highlights include Bayon Temple or the Ta Prohm Temple that acted as a set for the Hollywood movie, 'Tomb Raider.

Save the hassle of visiting the ticket office by buying your 1-, 3-, or 7-day Angkor Archaeological Park pass in advance. Rather than waiting in line to purchase your pass on the day—particularly inconvenient if you’re heading to Angkor Wat for sunrise—your pass is delivered to your hotel the night before your visit, meaning you can go directly to temples such as Ta Prohm and Banteay Samre without wasting time.

Visit and see all 7 must-see temples with our private guided tour. We offer this tour for all travelers who are looking for a way to see the temples with our experienced guide and driver, but also to see just the most important and must-see temples, as there are many temples in the complex, and you might wonder which temples to visit. We have these temples selected for you, and you will love them.

Ride in a private vehicle from Siem Reap to the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park on this full-day tour. Wander the temple complex with your own personal guide who shares scholarly insight on the awe-inspiring site dating back to the Khmer Empire. View Angkor Thom, the Bayon, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat, finishing with a sunset viewing at Pre Rup Temple.

Combine the natural and the spiritual without worrying about transport on this small-group guided tour to Phnom Kulen National Park, an important pilgrimage site. Hike in the jungle, swim in a waterfall, admire the carvings at Kbal Spean (the River of 1,000 Lingas), and climb to the mountaintop to see a reclining Buddha. Your tour is capped at just 14 travelers and includes entrance fees and hotel transfers.

Discover highlights of Battambang on this fun and varied day trip. Travel to the countryside and visit a rice paddy and local village among picturesque landscape. See Ek Phnom Temple and soak in the bustling atmosphere of a local market at Psa Nat. Enjoy a ride on the iconic Bamboo Train and discover a fishing village. When dusk falls, visit Sompoa Mountain to see the abundance of native bats.

Get an early start to see the top attractions of the Angkor Archaeological Park and watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat. You’ll also visit important temples including Bayon, Ta Prohm, Bantey Srei, and Beng Mealea—all part of Cambodia’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. Avoid the crowds and heat by beginning in the early morning, and travel in comfort from Siem Reap with your own private guide and driver.

Visit some of the lesser visited temples on this private tour of Beng Mealea, Banteay Srei, and Rolous Group from Siem Reap. You’ll be collected from your hotel, then driven to the temples where you can explore and learn all about them, and see what makes them stand out. Cold water is provided, but snacks and meals are at your own expense.

If you've ever wanted to be a jungle explorer, discovering lost worlds and crumbling temples uncovered from layers of nature and time, seize the opportunity on this day trip to Beng Melea Temple, a Unesco World Heritage Site and one of the most significant archaeological marvels of South-east Asia. Few visitors traverse the moss and tree roots to see this lesser-known 12th-century temple, making your journey all the more intrepid.

Discover the most secret mount in Cambodia, Phnom Kulen National Park and explore the beautiful landscapes at the peak of Kulen Mountain such as natural waterfalls and largest reclining Buddha in Cambodia and holy river names as River of One Thousand Shiva Lingas and a great lake in South East Asia.

Visit Banteay Srei, Kulen Mountain, and Beng Mealean on this one day private trip from Siem Reap. You and your group will get collected from your hotel, and your driver will take care of all the logistics. You can relax and enjoy visiting the Ladies Temple, made of pink sandstone and hear the history. Then relax at Kulen waterfalls. After lunch (at your own expense), you’ll visit Beng Mealea, covered by jungle vines.

Discover the most secret Cambodia’s mountain and learn about the history and culture of our local expert guide. The Lost City of Kulen Mountain is a lovely adventure tour that will bring you back to the ancient Khmer Empire in the year 802 AD. The trip will take you through rural Cambodian villages to see the locals in the daily lives and nice scenery such as rice paddy-field before heading to the visit spots include a giant Reclining Buddha, Thousands of Lingas, Holy Waterfall and temples.

Escape the busy streets of Siem Reap with a private or small-group day tour to Battambang, just three hours away. As Cambodia's second-largest city, Battambang offers an authentic, laid-back atmosphere with fewer tourists. Explore key attractions such as the ancient Ek Phnom Temple, a traditional rice paper-making factory, and Psa Nat market. Admire colonial architecture at the Governor’s residence and take a thrilling ride on the famous bamboo train through scenic countryside and villages. End your journey at Phnom Sampeau, where you can witness millions of bats soaring from the cave at sunset.

The natural wonders and ancient Buddhist temples of Kulen Mountain lie just a 1.5-hour drive north of Siem Reap. On this full-day tour, spend the morning exploring the Phnom Kulen National Park, where you can admire the River of a Thousand Lingas and take a swim beneath a waterfall. After lunch (not included), learn more about Cambodia’s dark history as you visit the Siem Reap War Museum and the Killing Fields.

Discover the captivating wonders of Cambodia as you delve into its magnificent temples, stunning scenery, and vibrant culture. Begin mapping out your adventure now and immerse yourself in the mesmerizing allure of this extraordinary destination. With the assistance of English-speaking tour guides, you can explore Cambodia's awe-inspiring temples, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culture more deeply. These guides have in-depth knowledge of the area and can take you off the beaten path, away from the crowds, and into the heart of the country.

Kompong Phluk is a floating village located in the middle of Cambodia's largest lake, Tonle Sap. The term “floating” is a bit misleading: the houses are actually built on very tall stilts around 8 meters high. During the rainy season, the lake rises and covers the stilts, giving the illusion that the homes are floating in the water. We learned that these types of villages are built in the middle of the lake to make it easier for fishermen and rice farmers to gather during harvest season.This tour will take you into an enriching cultural immersion of Tonle Sap Lake called Kampong Phluk Village. Learn more about the ecological and economic significance of Tonle Sap Lake to the Cambodians. Catch a glimpse of the uncommon village life and on return will visit The Artisan School and drop at the Old Market free for shopping before taking you back to your hotel.

Day tours to the Angkor Archeological Complex often rush through the two circuits on offer, which means that you don’t have the time to truly appreciate the history around you. Make the most of the sights on this private tour to the complex, spread out over two days. On the first day, enjoy the temples and ruins on the Small Circuit, including Ta Prohm and Ta Nei. Start the second day with sunrise views of Angkor Wat before exploring the temples on the Big Circuit.