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Departure: Early morning
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Return: Afternoon
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Remarks: Basic level of fitness
required, walking on uneven terrain, sturdy shoes recommended
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Sites you will visit: Angkor
Thom, South Gate, Bayon, Baphuon, Phimeanakas, Terrace of the Elephants,
Terrace of the Leper King, Ta Prohm, Angkor Wat, Phnom Bakheng OR Chhong Kneas
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Highlights: Architecture,
history, nature, people, sunset views / life on water
This full day
tour comprises the “best of” from the ancient walled city of Angkor Thom
with addition of some other iconic temples. Departing the hotel early will ensure a cool start to the
day. You will enter the ancient city through its South Gate. In the very
centre lies the temple of Bayon – silent witnesses of time, the 216
enigmatic faces gaze over the horizon and one can only wonder what they have
seen throughout the ages. Your guide
will point out the best angles for photography here and give explanation of the
many intricate carvings on the walls of the galleries. You will then continue
to Baphuon with its long causeway and an impressive giant Reclining
Buddha, a jigsaw puzzle only put back together in 2011 following a 37 year-long
disruption caused by the war. Phimeanakas is hiding in the shaded jungle
and offers a decent over-the-tree-tops view to those who conquer the steep
steps to the top. Continuing further, you can admire the Esplanade of the Royal
Palace more commonly known as the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King.
Having gained
its 21st century fame from the Tomb Raider movie, the charming and
iconic Ta Prohm features on most visitors' itineraries and rightfully
so. Here nature takes over ancient man made structures and golden Spung tree
(Tetrameles Nudiflora) roots wrap themselves around mossy stones in a tight
embrace.
You will travel
back to town for you to enjoy lunch at the hotel and rest during the hottest
part of the day.
Your afternoon
adventure will commence at the largest religious monument ever built – Angkor
Wat. One can simply spend hours wandering in awe at the grandeur of this
temple, its many levels and intricate carvings adorning the many galleries. The
stories told by your guide will bring ancient Angkor times back to life.
- Sunset atop of Phnom Bakheng
with stunning vistas and tips of the five lotus-like Angkor Wat towers visible
in the south-east direction.
Price: USD 45
per person
Minimum: 2
pax with Remork
Price included:
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English Speaking Tour Guide
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Transportation
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Boat fee
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dinner
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Drinking Water
Price excluded:
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Temple Pass
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Ticket pass
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Accommodation
