Cambodia-Siem Reap

Cambodia has a distinct tropical monsoon climate, with a clear distinction between the dry and wet seasons.

Most visitors prefer the dry season from November to April to avoid rainfall. Cambodia only experiences summer, with November to February being the most comfortable period, avoiding continuous heat. 

In this season, visitors can explore Cambodia’s historic sites and natural landscapes without the inconvenience of rain.

Day 1: Angkor Wat Tour

🔺First Destination: Angkor Wat ⏱ 2 Hours
🏰 Embrace the morning sun as you explore Angkor Wat, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The magnificent architecture and intricate carvings will leave you in awe, transporting you back to the ancient Khmer Empire. 😍

🔺Journey of Smiles: Bayon Temple ⏱ 1.5 Hours
🚶‍♂️ Walk to Bayon Temple, where the Buddha statues on the towers bear smiles, conveying warmth and peace. This is the famous Khmer Smile. 😄

🔺Mystical Place: Baphuon Temple ⏱ 1 Hour
🚶‍♀️ Continue walking to Baphuon Temple, the center of the Old Royal City, dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, filled with mystery and grandeur. 🕋

🔺Historical Witness: Angkor Thom ⏱ 1.5 Hours
🚶‍♂️ Head to Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, showcasing the nation’s values and the materialization of Buddhist cosmology. 🏛️

🔺Exploring Temples: Chau Say Tevoda & Ta Prohm ⏱ 1.5 Hours
🚶‍♀️ These two Hindu temples are within walking distance, each with unique architectural styles and historical backgrounds worth exploring. 🕍🕋

🔺Historical Relics: Sary Srah & Ta Keo ⏱ 1.5 Hours
🚶‍♂️ Move forward to the well-preserved Sary Srah Bridge and the unfinished Ta Keo Temple, feeling the vicissitudes of history. 🌉🏰

🔺Sunset Views: Ta Nei, Ta Prohm, & Bakheng Hill ⏱ 2 Hours
🚶‍♀️ Walk or take a ride to Ta Nei and Ta Prohm, and finish with a climb up Bakheng Hill for a breathtaking view of Angkor Wat and Siem Reap at sunset. 🌅🌄

Accommodation: It is recommended to choose a hotel or guesthouse near the Old Market for easy access to the night market and Pub Street. 🏨

Dining:
🍽️ Breakfast can be found near the hotel; lunch is recommended at restaurants within the attractions; dinner can be back in the city, with numerous options at Pub Street and the night market. 🍜🍛

Day 2: Temples and Palaces Exploration

🔺Sunrise Beauty: Sras Srang ⏱ 1 Hour
🌅 Start the day at Sras Srang to catch the sunrise, one of the best spots in Angkor for this breathtaking view. 🌅

🔺Ancient Temple Visit: Banteay Kdei, Prasat Krakor, & Banteay Samre ⏱ 2.5 Hours
🚶‍♂️ Walk or take a ride to these ancient temples, feeling their unique architectural styles and historical charm. 🕍🏰

🔺Red Brick Charm: Pre Rup ⏱ 1 Hour
🚶‍♀️ Continue to Pre Rup, a red-brick temple glowing warmly in the sun, offering a unique experience. 🏰

🔺Pearl in the Water: Neak Pean ⏱ 1 Hour
🚶‍♂️ Walk or take a ride to Neak Pean, a temple in the middle of a lake, beautiful like a pearl in the water. 🏰🌊

🔺Sunset Views: Preah Khan, Banteay Prei, & Bakheng Hill/Pre Rup ⏱ 2 Hours
🚶‍♀️ Visit Preah Khan and Banteay Prei, and opt to watch the sunset from Bakheng Hill or Pre Rup, ending a fulfilling day of travel. 🌅🌄

Accommodation: Again, it is advisable to stay near the Old Market. 🏨

Dining:
🍽️ Breakfast can be had nearby; lunch is suggested at restaurants within the attractions; dinner can be back in the city, with a variety of cuisines at Pub Street and the night market. 🍜🍛

Day 3: Exploring Remote Temples

🔺Delicate Temple: Banteay Samre ⏱ 1 Hour
🚶‍♂️ Start the day at Banteay Samre, whose delicate architecture and exquisite carvings reveal its former glory despite past thefts. 🏰

🔺Pearl of Splendor: Banteay Srei ⏱ 1.5 Hours
🚶‍♀️ Walk or take a ride to Banteay Srei, one of Cambodia’s three sacred temples dedicated to Shiva, a pearl among the Angkor temples. 🕍

🔺Mysterious Ruins: Beng Mealea ⏱ 2 Hours
🚶‍♂️ Continue to Beng Mealea, one of the most mysterious temples in Angkor and the first temple in the Angkor complex built entirely of sandstone. 🏰🌿

🔺Artistic Beginnings: Roluos Group ⏱ 2 Hours
🚶‍♀️ Finally, visit the Roluos Group, the beginning of Khmer art and the center of the ancient Khmer civilization Hariharalaya, filled with historical depth and artistic beauty. 🏛️🎨

Accommodation: Once again, staying near the Old Market is recommended. 🏨

Dining:
🍽️ Breakfast can be found nearby; lunch is suggested at restaurants within the attractions; dinner can include local specialties or enjoyed back in the city. 🍜🍛