Day 1: Explore Ta Prohm, the quiet and sprawling monastic complex is only partially cleared of jungle over growth. Tanei, it is a jungle temple reminiscent of Ta Som and display classic Jayavarman VII artistry. Ta Keo, the first to be constructed wholly of sandstone. Victory gate of Bayon Temple, one of five gates which is guard the ancient city of Angkor Thom. Afternoon, experience the amazing temple face, Bayon, the giant stone face of Bayon, has become one of the most recognizable images connected to classic Khmer art and architecture. Baphuon, a three-tiered temple mountain built as the state temple of Udayadityavarman II dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva. Elephant Terrace, the impression of two and a half meter tall, 300-meter long terrace wall adorned with carved elephants and garudas. Palace, Terrace of the Leper King, it is a double terrace wall with deeply carved nagas, demons, and other mythological beings and the terrace was named for the status of the ‘Leper King’ that sits on top. The last visit for today before return to your hotel is Preah Palilay, picture-square sandstone and laterite tower in a cool, shaded forest setting. (Duration 8-9 hours)
Day 2: Start your day in early morning to see the beautiful sunrise at Angkor Wat, then continue to explore Angkor Wat which is visually, architecturally and artistically breathtaking. Angkor Wat is a massive three-tiered pyramid crowned by five beehive-like towers rising 65meters from ground level. Suryavarman II constructed. Breakfast at local restaurant or return to your hotel for breakfast. Afternoon, start with a visit Rolous Group. It was the site of the capital ofIndravarman I from 877 to 889 AD. The three temples of the Rolous Group, Preah Ko, Bakong and Lo Lei, differ from other early temples in thatthey are made of brick with carved plaster reliefs. (Duration 8 hours)
Day 3: Banteay Srei Temple, located twenty-five kilometers north of Angkor Wat. This temple is the fabled pink temple of women as it was made of pink sandstone and considered a tribute to the beauty of women with delicate carvings. Then visit Banteay Samre temple. Lunch at local or return to your hotel for lunch (your own account). Afternoon, head to Floating Village (Kompong Pluk), scenic and enjoyable a traditional wooden boat ride to see fisherman’s daily routine on Tonle Sap lake, one of the wonders in Southeast Asia. Visit Old Market, the most visited, offering the deepest selection of souvenirs and curious of any of the traditional markets and head to Artisan d’Angkor, it is training ground for unschooled rural youth between 18 and 2 years of age in skills that allow them to make a living from handicraft production. (Duration 8 hours)
Day 4: Morning visit Preah Khan, monastic complex, it is originally served as Buddhist monastery and school, engagingover 1000 monks. Ta Som, It is small, classic Bayon-Style monastic complex. East Mebon, it is a large temple-mountain-link ruin, rising three levels and crowned by five towers. Afternoon visit Krovan, east-facing brick toes containing unique bas-reliefs of Vishnu and Lakshmi rendered in brick the only example of brick bas-reliefs in the Angkor area. Banteay Kdei, It is a monastic complex in much the same style as Ta Prohm. It was constructed over slide the site of an earlier temple and functioned as a Buddhist monastery. Bat Chum, It is unique early Buddhist temple constructed at a time when Hinduism dominated. Continue for Sunset at Phre Rub Temple. It is an architecturally and artistically superior templemountain. It is beautifully carved false doors on upper level, as well as an excellent view of the surrounding countryside. (Duration 8-9 hours)
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Entrance fee (7D Angkor pass: USD 72/person)
