Siem Reap: Angkor Wat & Tonel Sap Floating Village Tour Floating village tour (2:30pm -6:00pm)
ID: GYG1340122-O-2050129
Category:
Country: Cambodia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Experience the best of Siem Reap in 1 day: combination of ancient Khmer wonders and Tonel Sap Floating villages. Watch sunrise at Angkor Wat, visit the Bayon, Ta Prohm with professional English guide.
Part 1: Angkor Sunrise & Ancient Temples (Morning)
Your day begins with an early morning pickup between 4:20 AM and 4:50 AM from your hotel. Travel to the ancient Angkor Park to witness a magical sunrise over the iconic towers of Angkor Wat. Afterward, satisfy your breakfast cravings with a delicious Cambodian meal at a local restaurant within the complex (at your own expense).
Next, explore the fascinating beauty of Bayon Temple, located at the center of Angkor Thom, famous for its 54 towers topped with the four faces of Avalokiteshvara. Continue to the world-famous Ta Prohm Temple, the jungle-framed ruins featured in the 2001 Tomb Raider movie, where massive tree roots swallow ancient stone walls.
Midday Break: Return to Hotel (12:30 PM - 1:40 PM)
After the temple tour, you will be driven back to your hotel in town around 12:30 PM. Take this time to relax in the air conditioning, have lunch, freshen up, and recharge your batteries during the hottest hours of the day.
Part 2: Tonle Sap Lake & Floating Village Tour (Afternoon)
Get picked up again between 1:40 PM and 2:10 PM for your afternoon adventure. Begin by visiting the local Rulous Market to see villagers selling home-grown vegetables, or stop by a local pagoda to learn about regional religious traditions.
Next, board a comfortable boat trip to explore the astounding floating villages. Marvel at the unique stilted houses standing between 8 and 10 meters high. Sail past the local floating school, farm, and even the community hospital, gaining a rare insight into how locals have beautifully adapted to life on the water with a smile. You will be transferred back to your hotel at the end of the tour.
Highlights
- Witness a magical golden sunrise over the towers of Angkor Wat
- Learn rich Khmer history with a professional licensed English guide
- Enjoy a comfortable midday break back at your hotel to relax
- Explore Bayon's giant stone faces and the Tomb Raider temple
- Cruise past astounding 10-meter stilted houses on Tonle Sap
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Transportation: Hotel pickup and drop-off in Siem Reap (Shared air-conditioned vehicle for both morning and afternoon sessions).
- Guide: Professional, licensed English-speaking local guide.
- Boat Ride: Traditional boat trip at the floating village / Tonle Sap Lake.
- Cold bottled water during the tour.
NOT INCLUDED
- Angkor Pass: Temple entrance ticket (must be purchased at the official ticket counter).
- Food & Drinks: Breakfast, lunch, and personal expenses.
- Gratuities: Tips for the guide and driver (optional).
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
