Angkor Wat Tour Combodia

The mysteries of the Angkor Dynasty

One of the best ways to experience any destination is either solo or in the company of family and/or friends.  There are a number of travel companies who cater exclusively for individual or small group travel. There is a ‘set’ itinerary but there are lots of additional extras added or deviations made so that it becomes an itinerary tailormade just for you. The other great thing is that you have your own personal guide and driver.

The countries of Asia suit this type of travel and below is a sample itinerary visiting Combodia and the legendary Siem Reap home to the mystical Cambodia temples of Angkor.

Day 1: Phnom Penh

Arrive Phnom Penh . In the afternoon get a feel for Combodia’s unique art and architecture through visits to the National Museum, Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda.

Day 2: Udong/Killing Fields

Drive past fields and stilt houses to Udong, a forgotton outpost that served as Combodia’s capital from the 17th through to the mid 19th centuries; explore this sleepy town’s Buddhist stupas and shrines. Continue on to the ‘killing fields’ an area where thousands of people suffered at the hands of the Khmer Rouge.

Day 3: Siem Reap, Angkor Wat Tour

Flight to Siem Reap. A tour of the temples includes the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon, Baphoun, the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. In the afternoon visit the magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat then watch the sun set at Phnom Bakheng.

Day 4: Temples of Cambodia Ankor

Today tour the more outlying temples. After breakfast visit Banteay Srei, Kbal Spean (River of 1000 Lingas) & Banteay Samre. In the afternoon continue with Pre Rup, East Mebon, Ta Som, Neak Poan & Preah Khan.

Day 5: Depart Siem Reap

Relax in Siem Reap’s quaint cafes, bistros and art galleries until it’s time to fly out.

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