8:30am We depart from your hotel with private transportation to the Angkor Archaeological Park. First, we travel to Angkor Thom, which was the last capital of the Angkorian Empire; built by Angkor's greatest king, Jayavarman VII. The major attraction of Angkor Thom is the Bayon Temple, where you can come and marvel at the wise smiling faces. We visit the Terrace of the Elephants. It was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the King’s grand audience hall. Terrace of the Leper King is another of Angkor’s mysteries; the walls are deeply carved with seated deities. We continue to Ta Prohm, this jungle clad temple offers a strange beauty as the stone works intertwine with jungle vines. For many this temple will be well known as it was featured in Angelina Jolie’s Tomb Raider. 12:00pm We break for your own lunch there will be recommend by your professional and friendly guide, where you will have the a local traditional serve as you can relax and refresh with a cold coconut and our tour leader will be happy to answer any questions you have about your experiences from this morning. 1:00pm This afternoon we continue to the World Heritage listed site – Angkor Wat. We take our time to truly immense ourselves in this historical monument. Angkor Wat was built around the first half of 12th century by King Suryavarman II, the temple's balance, composition and beauty make it one of the finest monuments in the world. The shear size of this monument makes it very overwhelming it towers over the landscape and is breathtaking especially at dawn. 4:30pm In the end of afternoon will be watch sunset at Pre Rup is a Hindu temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of Khmer king Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or early 962. This temple is very popular among the tourists for its sunset views. 6:00pm Our tour comes to an end and our guide and driver will transfer you back to your hotel.
Address | Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia. |
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Category | Tours |