We begin with a pre-dawn departure from your hotel for sunrise outside Angkor Wat. Soak up the atmosphere of dawn at Angkor, from the edge of one of the ancient library pools. We then explore the interior of the great temple, spending a thorough two hours discovering the corridors, central chambers and upper terraces of this truly great temple.
Continue the morning by moving on to Preah Khan temple, a ruined but highly atmospheric melange of tree roots and crumbling stone structures. At the end of the morning return to your hotel for lunch and a swim, and in the afternoon drive to Ta Nei, a late 12th Century stone temple located in Angkor. It was dedicated to the Buddha.
End your tour with set out for the jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm - one of the most atmospheric of all temples in Angkor.
Itinerary
5am - Pick-up from your hotel.
5:30am - Arrive at Angkor Wat for sunrise. Enjoy the magical atmosphere from the edge of an ancient library pool.
6:30am - Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Angkor Wat, exploring its intricate corridors, central chambers, and upper terraces.
8:30am - Continue the exploration with a visit to Preah Khan temple, a captivating blend of nature and ancient ruins.
9:30am - Return to your hotel, concluding the morning tour.
No two days are the same on this epic quest. As you wander from the Bangkok cityscapes to Siem Reap’s remote beauty, you’ll be completely immersed in South East Asia – past and present. You’ll admire the Buddhist temples, learn all about the harrowing history, become a champion Muay Thai boxer and even try your hand at quad biking. Buckle up!
Sharpen your chopstick skills & clear a month of your calendar. This is so much more than a holiday. Walk the streets of Bangkok. Explore limestone caves in Laos. Participate in Buddhist alms giving. Stay on a junk boat. (No big deal). This trip is the magical mix of everything south-east Asia has to offer!
See Cambodia from the seat of a tuk-tuk on this immersive Cambodia trip. Watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat before riding past rice fields to a sunset BBQ, exploring floating villages, learning local noodle-making and delving into Phnom Penh's powerful past. It's a journey that connects you with Cambodia's culture, people and traditions.
Street eats, sleeper trains, island time and temple sunrises — this 19-day trip through Vietnam and Cambodia is built around the experiences you’ll actually remember. Think food walks in Hanoi, kayaking through Lan Ha Bay, simple rail journeys, lantern-lit nights in Hoi An, local market stops, homestays, hands-on community experiences and time exploring Cambodia’s cities, countryside and ancient temples.
Go deep into these two great countries as you get into riverside vibes, cool waterside bars, as well as taking in jaw-dropping sunrises at the likes of un-missable Angkor Wat. Take part in an alms ceremony in Luang Prabang and hit the streets for a bike tour...each day is different, and downright amazing.
Immerse yourself in the best of Southeast Asia across four countries. Start with Bangkok's sizzling street food scene before cruising down the Mekong River through Laos and discovering the golden temples of Luang Prabang. Along the way, kayak through limestone bays, chase Kuang Si Waterfalls and soak up sunsets over rice paddies. Then finish with sunrise over the ancient temples of Angkor Wat in Siem Reap. Four countries, unforgettable experiences and plenty of free time to make every moment your own.
We explore "the hidden pearl of Asia" with a guided tour of the city stopping at sites of interest along the way, including: The spectacular Royal Palace (a classic example of royal Khmer architecture), Silver Pagoda (Emerald Buddha), newly erected statue commemorating the late King Father (Sihanouk), the pagoda at Wat Phnom, the Silver Pagoda and Independence Monument. After lunch we continue our tour of Phnom Penh by taking a sobering walk through Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21).
Here there are stark and moving reminders of Cambodia's recent tragic past. Our expert guide will explain the historical, political and social context of the bleak period of Khmer history which followed the fall of Phnom Penh in April 1975. Then continue on to Choeung Ek Memorial, one of the infamous Killing Fields, where the Khmer Rouge executed around 17,000 of the estimated 2 million Cambodians who perished under the Pol Pot regime. Finally we take you back to your hotel.
We explore the stunning Royal Palace complex, home to the Cambodian royal family and a symbol of the nation. We begin amid the beautiful royal gardens, landscaped with tropical plants and studded with gleaming spires. We enter the Throne Hall where the royal receptions are held and the Cambodian king's coronation took place.
We then pass the Napoleon III Pavilion made from iron, a gift from the French emperor in the 19th century. We continue to the Silver Pagoda, named after the 5000 silver tiles covering the floor, each weighing 1kg. Inside are some of the country's most cherished treasures, including a life-size gold Buddha studded with 9584 diamonds, the largest weighing 25 carats. There is also a delicate emerald Buddha made of baccarat crystal, which gives the temple its Khmer name of Wat Preah Keo (Temple of the Emerald Buddha).
We leave the Royal Palace and continue to Toul Sleng museum. Here there are stark and moving reminders of Cambodia's recent tragic past. Our expert guide will explain the historical, political and social context of the bleak period of Khmer history which followed the fall of Phnom Penh in April 1975. Lastly, we drop by to visit the street 240 and Russian market before we take you back to your hotel in Phnom Penh.
