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Siem Reap Cultural Explorer Tour extension

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Siem Reap Cultural discovery

Whether you are finishing a cross country tour with us or about to start one, this explorer tour of Siem Reap and the Angkor Temples is an action packed 48 hours that allows you to see the best that this exciting town has to offer, without being exhausted by the experience. Optimal time management and seamless transitions allow you to just get on with it and enjoy your time with us.

Enjoy an extra 2-nights and days exploring Siem Reap or Tonle Sap Lake, before or after your two wheeled adventure of rural Cambodia and SE Asia.

Highlights

  • Siem Reap Evening Street Food Tour by Tuktuk: Explore local flavors and culture through an enchanting tuktuk ride.

  • Choose Your Adventure: Opt for a visit to the Tonle Sap Lake and floating village with lunch at a local house, or embark on a full-day cycling tour to explore the ancient temples.

  • Optional Experiences: Enhance your journey with a captivating Circus Show or a tour of Siem Reap’s Social Enterprises, discovering the community’s meaningful initiatives.

Activities

Ride / Walk

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

3 Days / 2 Nights

Price From

US$620

Day to Day itinerary

Day 1

Meals: D

Arrival and Siem Reap Evening Street Eat Tour

Upon your arrival in Siem Reap, we’ll be there to warmly welcome you and provide a comfortable transfer to your hotel. Once you’ve had the chance to settle in, get ready for an exciting evening of culinary exploration in Siem Reap.

Your journey begins with a unique mode of transportation – the “Remork” or “Tuk Tuk.” It’s an exhilarating gastronomic adventure where you’ll immerse yourself in the heart of the city’s culinary culture. Start your foodie adventure at a bustling local market where you’ll be greeted by a colorful array of fresh produce. Enjoy the delicious flavors of grilled meats and savory noodles, all accompanied by your choice of ice-cold local beers.

As the evening progresses, you’ll find yourself in the lively atmosphere of the night market. Here, you can savor a variety of Khmer delights while mingling with the locals. Picture yourself sitting on a tiny stool, indulging in yellow pancakes, spicy grilled beef, or exotic local desserts. For the more adventurous foodies, there’s even an opportunity to push your culinary boundaries with crispy crickets or tender frog legs.

To conclude this unforgettable evening, you’ll have the chance to relish the flavors of a sumptuous dinner paired with a tasting of Khmer rice wine at a renowned restaurant owned by a visionary Cambodian chef. This chef is deeply passionate about showcasing the diversity and innovation of Cambodian cuisine.

The choice is entirely yours – continue the festivities into the night or return to your hotel, carrying with you memories of a truly immersive and delicious experience. This immersive tour provides a gateway to an authentic Cambodian experience, connecting you with the rich cultural heritage and charm of Cambodia’s villages.

Day 2

Meals: BL

Choose Your Adventure

After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, you have the freedom to choose between two unique and exciting experiences for your day.

Option 1: Kompong Khleang Floating Village at Tonle Sap Morning Tour + Lunch at the Local House in Kampong Khleang

Travel approximately an hour out of Siem Reap to Kompong Khleang, a remarkable village built high on stilts. This village is home to around 6,000 people who primarily earn their living through fishing on the Tonle Sap Lake. Depending on the season, the village offers a very different view, making it interesting to visit year-round. During the monsoon season, the streets are filled with water, creating navigable canals that you’ll explore by boat. The best time to visit is between October and January when the area is at its photographic best. In the dry season from March to April, the houses reveal themselves, perched on wooden stilts up to 10 meters high.

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Option 2: Angkor Thom City, Ta Prohm, Angkor Wat Temples Private Tour

This morning, embark on a journey to explore the monumental magnificence of Angkor Thom, the last capital of the great Khmer Empire. You’ll visit the sprawling Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King, and the enchanting Bayon. The Bayon, in particular, is a 12th-century masterpiece located at the heart of Angkor Thom City. It’s an archaeological wonder known for its symmetry and grandeur. The exterior gallery walls feature extensive bas-reliefs, but the main attraction is the numerous towers, each adorned with gently smiling faces. The Bayon is surrounded by over 200 of these smiling faces, creating an atmosphere of godliness and majesty.

Following your exploration of Angkor Thom, your journey continues to Ta Prohm, a temple left largely in its natural state since its rediscovery by French explorers. Surrounded by the jungle, Ta Prohm’s stone hallways are overgrown with the roots and limbs of massive banyan trees, which envelop the stone like tentacles. It’s one of the largest temples at Angkor and was dedicated in 1186.

After your morning adventures, savor a delightful lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, you’ll visit Angkor Wat, arguably the largest religious building in the world, with a volume of stone equaling that of the Cheops pyramid in Egypt. It stands out from other Khmer temples because it faces west and is inspired by 12th-century Hinduism. Its symmetrical towers are stylized on the modern Cambodian flag. Built under the direction of King Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat took an estimated 30 years to construct and is believed to have been a funeral temple for the king. The temple is remarkably well-preserved and features intricate bas-reliefs that tell various stories. One of the most celebrated bas-reliefs is the “Churning of the Sea of Milk,” located on the east wing.

Optional Activity: Circus Show

In the evening, you have the option to enjoy a circus show at 8:00 PM. Experience an evening under the big top in downtown Siem Reap with a show at Phare, the Cambodian Circus. This show is run by the NGO of the same name, which supports the future of Khmer youth with art and performance training. The show combines elements of high-flying acts, tightrope walking, juggling, contortion, music, and theatrical circus arts in an energetic showcase of Cambodian culture. It’s not only an evening of cultural discovery but also an opportunity to support a good cause.

Day 3

Meal: B

Check-Out and Optional Social Enterprises Tour

After a delightful breakfast, it’s time to check out and bid farewell to Siem Reap.

Optional Activity: Embracing Siem Reap’s Social Enterprises Tour

If you’re interested, you have the option to embark on a captivating half-day tour that explores non-profit organizations and social enterprises working to make Cambodia a better place. The tour starts at HeroRats, a social enterprise that uses trained rats to detect landmines and diseases like tuberculosis. Learn about these incredible animals, the charity, and its life-saving work. Next, visit Theam’s House Gallery, an elegant house museum and atelier that displays Cambodian artists’ paintings and sculptures. It also features a tranquil garden created by Master Cambodian Artist Lim Muy Theam.

The tour continues to a local restaurant where you can sample traditional Cambodian noodles and tasty desserts. The final stop is the Royal Independence Garden, where you can admire the architecture of the French colonial hotel, observe hundreds of fruit bats in the trees, and visit the sacred temple within the grounds. You’ll have the opportunity to offer a lotus flower at the shrine to request a blessing for you and your loved ones. The tour concludes with a unique Khmer cocktail at a traditional wooden house, where you’ll savor distinctive ingredients and enjoy cool seating decor, including sofas, swinging chairs, and rice sacks.

Tour inclusions

What’s Included

  • Comfortable Accommodation
  • Arrival and departure transfers with English-speaking Guide.
  • 2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch & 1 Dinner
  • Entrance fee as per program
  • Host & Guide

What’s not

  • International flights, flights to/from Siem Reap. Ask as for a flight quote.
  • Travel insurance
  • Items of personal nature
  • Tips
  • Extra meals & drinks
  • Spa treatment
  • Early hotel check-in or late check-out

Package options

This tour extension comes with comfortable accommodation, fun activities and all meals outlined in the itinerary included in the package. The tour package is priced at US$620 p.p twin share, and there is a surcharge of $460 for solo travelers.

Shinta Mani Angkor Siem Reap hotel

Shinta Mani Angkor, Siem Reap

Located in Siem Reap’s tranquil French Quater, Shinta Mani hotel brings a healthy dose of style to your stay in temple town. Centrally positioned you’re just a stone’s throw from the riverside, Royal Residence & gardens, and a short walk to Siem Reap’s commercial and entertainment hub.

How to book an extension?

This package is available as an extra when booking one of our applicable tours.

If your multi-day tour is starting or ending in Siem Reap:
When completing your booking details please select “Add more details” to see all the available options.

If your multi-day tour is not starting or ending in Siem Reap:
Please contact our team for the booking. We can also quote and arrange flights within Asia to/from Siem Reap.

Please note: If you are traveling solo, you must also select the “Single Supplement” applicable to your chosen package.

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