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Finding an evening activity in Siem Reap that feels meaningful—rather than just another tourist show—can be difficult, especially if you want something that reflects real Cambodian culture. A Phare Circus performance solves that problem by offering an authentic, high-quality experience created and performed by local artists, while also supporting a nonprofit organization that helps vulnerable communities. Relax and enjoy a moving, visually striking performance that combines storytelling, music, and circus arts into one unforgettable night.

Exceptionally Rare Craft: Lotus silk is one of Earth's rarest textiles. We're among the last guardians of this 1,000-year-old Khmer technique nearly lost to history. UNESCO Award-Winning: Excellence recipient (2012) for preserving textile heritage on the verge of extinction and reviving traditional methods. Luxury Fashion Source: Exclusive supplier to international luxury houses. The same lotus fibers you'll touch are exported to create textiles valued at $400-$7,500. Complete Circular Economy: 100% lotus utilization. One plant becomes textiles, jewelry, paper, tea, and cosmetics—absolute zero waste innovation. Hands-On Creation: Actually CREATE three heirloom pieces (paper, yarn, bracelet) using ancient techniques. Take home what you make. Sacred Symbolism: The lotus is Buddhism's most revered flower representing purity and transformation. Authentic Social Enterprise: Supporting 150 women artisans through genuine cultural preservation, not performative tourism.

Many tourists struggle to visit this iconic fishing township - built on stilts above a seasonal body of water, it’s not the easiest place to get to.  This tour heads inside the floating village; feel the connection between village culture, maritime wildlife and the surrounding mangrove forests. Take this trip to see a unique way of living.

There’s no better route into any culture than cuisine. Discover Khmer food with a local in their home on this intimate, small-group cooking class. After pickup by tuk-tuk, shop for ingredients at the local market, then prepare and enjoy a 4-course meal including delights such as hot and sour “tom yam” soup and fish in banana leaf. Choose between three different class times, all capped at just six travelers.

Kampong Phluk floating village is a visual feast, but tricky to reach. Skip the hassle of negotiating with tuk-tuk drivers and boatmen and enjoy the ease of an organized experience with these tour packages. As well as your floating village cruise, visit a local market and Siem Reap city highlights, including gardens, shrines, and artisan crafts. Upgrade for a small-group tour or indulge in the freedom of a private tour.

Discover the incredible Kompoing Khleang floating village as well as Tonle Sap lake. Learn about local life on the enormous floating village, with a visit to a local market. Visit the UNESCO biosphere reserve of Tonle Sap lake and learn about the lake as Cambodia’s lifeblood. Sample tasty sticky rice and visit a local bakery along the way. Taste Khmer snacks at a local market and visit a Buddha statue.

Kayaking through the Tonle Sap Lake’s mangrove forest, floating villages, and open lake waters. Learn about villagers who live in floating houses. Travel by powered large canoe-type boats through the north-western part of Tonle Sap Lake.

Delve into Cambodia’s rich history with a half-day journey exploring the ancient temples of the Roluos Group, including the impressive Bakong and Preah Ko temples. Enjoy a scenic drive to the floating village of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake, where you’ll cruise through stilted homes and experience local culture. Savor traditional Khmer dishes during a lunch break, and, depending on the season, paddle through tranquil mangrove forests to witness unique wildlife. This private tour offers flexibility, cultural insights, and exclusive access to hidden gems. - Explore the historic Roluos Group temples: Bakong, Preah Ko, and Lolei - Cruise through the floating village of Kampong Phluk on a wooden boat - Enjoy a traditional Khmer lunch at a local restaurant - Private tour with an English-speaking driver for personalized insights

Learn to cook some Khmer classic dishes like chicken curry and beef loc lac in this small group cooking class in Siem Reap. Your professional teacher will guide your group through the instructions on how to make each dish, explaining the ingredients and technique for each one. You’ll all sit down to eat your dinner or lunch, and then decide which dishes you’ll make at home with your provided digital recipe book.

Discover Koh Tao, a secluded paradise island in the Gulf of Thailand. Explore the undersea world with the aquatic life and ascend to a picturesque vantage point to see Koh Nang Yuan's magnificent beaches. We will take you to Koh Nang Yuan with its pristine white sand beaches. and clear water where you can snorkel. Additionally, you can go up and take photos at the famous viewpoint of Koh Nang Yuan that you can't miss when you get here. Continue to Koh Tao for lunch. After that. go snorkeling and take in the breathtaking underwater scenery of Koh Tao. Our uniqueness is that our tours are limited to 16 seats only. Delivering a class experience VIP throughout the trip

Experience the magic of Tonle Sap Lake at twilight on this romantic 4-hour dinner cruise from Siem Reap, including hotel pick-up. First, enjoy a small boat cruise around the floating village, lotus fields and crocodile farms of Chong Khneas. Then, board the Taras floating restaurant for a delicious buffet dinner and enjoy unlimited cocktails as you watch the sunset over the lake.

Cruise Tonle Sap Lake to Kompong Phluk on a half-day tour from Siem Reap, and explore the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. See communities that thrive at the edge of the water, pass floating schools and markets, and visit a local home to get a glimpse of daily life and culture. This half-day Kompong Phluk tour includes all activities, as well as pickup and drop-off at Siem Reap hotels, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

Visit a floating village at the edge of Tonle Sap Lake on a tour from Siem Reap, and explore a landscape of rice paddies, mangrove forests, and aquaculture. You’ll travel across the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia, where homes are built on slender stilts at the edge of the water, then see the floating village with an experienced guide. This Tonle Sap Lake tour includes round-trip transport in a climate-controlled vehicle, the boat cruise, and all entrance fees.

After seeing the mighty Angkor Wat, take a day trip from Siem Reap to explore some of the region’s other magnificent temples. Visit the Hindu temple Pre Rup temple; admire the grand Banteay Srei temple, the ‘Citadel of Women’; and learn more about the ancient Khmer empire as you tour the Ta Som and East Mebon temples.

With two full days to explore Angkor Archeological Site, you can cover Angkor’s most dramatic highlights, including Banteay Srei, a magnificent and little-visited temple set deep in the countryside. Traveling in a climate-controlled vehicle is a great way to keep cool between the sweltering sites, and the tour includes sunrise at Angkor Wat, a classic experience made smoother by pre-arranging your early morning transport.

This sunset cruise across Tonlé Sap Lake is a great way to see more of Cambodia’s natural landscape long after you’ve exhausted yourself sightseeing in Siem Reap. Put your feet up on this cruise boat and sail to an isolated part of this massive freshwater lake; enjoy complimentary Cambodian beer, soft drinks and canapes as the sun sets over the lake. On the way there, sail past Chong Kneas Floating Village and get a glimpse of life outside of Cambodia’s bustling cities.

Cycle through Siem Reap and the surrounding Angkor countryside and see the temples bathed in a warm, golden light. Explore Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Angkor jungle trails at dusk, and learn more about this temple complex’s rich history. Later, take a tranquil dragon boat ride on the moat of Angkor Thom, enjoying local delicacies and refreshing cold beverages available on board, including soft drinks and some beers. This is the perfect way to enjoy an unforgettable sunset tour.

Explore the natural wonders and ancient treasures of the Phnom Kulen National Park on this full-day tour from Siem Reap. Discover ancient Khmer ruins, receive a blessing at the sacred River of a Thousand Lingas, visit the famous Reclining Buddha, and take a swim beneath the Kulen Waterfall.

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.

Whole communities thrive at the edges of Tonlé Sap, South-East Asia's largest freshwater lake. Expect to learn how Khmer people have begun to live in houses built on stilts and hear how the locals live and interact within this unique ecosystem during this half-day tour. Your professional guide is the key to understanding Kompong Phluk and reveals highlights of the floating villages that are difficult to access on your own.

A great way to combine sightseeing, travel, history, and relaxation, this one-way boat transfer from Siem Reap to Battambang is perfect for those who want to maximize a travel day and enjoy a slower and more traditional mode of transportation than buses and taxis. A great way to watch life go by, the boat trip meanders along the river, passing local villages and mangroves, before ending in the heart of Battambang.

Embark on a private journey that blends the natural wonders of Tonle Sap Lake with the vibrant heartbeat of Siem Reap city life. - Floating Village Adventure: Discover the unique way of life at a floating village on the mighty Tonle Sap Lake. Cruise through a community where homes, schools, and shops float gently on water. Learn about the local fishing culture and how people adapt to the rhythm of the rising and falling lake. - Bustling Alleyways & Traditional Markets: Wander the hidden alleyways of Siem Reap’s local markets a sensory experience filled with the sights, sounds, and scents of authentic Cambodian life. Perfect for street photography and spontaneous discoveries. - Tuk-Tuk Travel – Local Style: Hop aboard a tuk-tuk and cruise through the streets of Siem Reap like a local. It’s more than just transportation, it’s part of the adventure!

Discover the highlights of Siem Reap on this private 2-day guided tour with hotel pickup. Including a sunrise visit to Angkor Wat, a boat trip to Kompong Khleang Floating Village, and a guided tour of the ancient jungle temple Beng Melea. Perfect for private groups of up to 12, this 2-day adventure includes visits to Ta Prohm and Bayon as well as Angkor Wat.