5-Day Siem Reap Tour in Depth

Are 5 days in Siem Reap too much? Definitely not. A 3-day trip is just enough for Angkor Wat Complex, but Siem Reap offers much more than great temples.

This 5-day Siem Reap private tour is excellent for travelers to explore Angkor Wat Complex, hike Kbal Spean, learn about people's lives on Tonle Sap Lake, and appreciate Khmer Cuisine, Apsara dance show.

We offer you a trip plan with great travel ideas and amazing value. But with us, your interests decide how the journey goes. Feel free to advise us of your preferences to make the trip your own.

• Days:5±
• Best For: First-timers and Discovery-seekers
• Depart ure date: Up to you
• Sample Price:From US$769 each (2 per room)*
• Flights: International on request

*The price is based on a private tour for 2 people.

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Planning our trip We have spend that last eight months planning a trip to Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. Alisa Lia was creative & patient helping us customize our tour to include the sites and adventures we were excited to see. Hard waiting for the trip to start. More Jamie Danner, Oct 2023

My experience in Thai All of this was well organized by the local office. The holiday was wonderful. Our guide, Mr. Longdy（ Siem Reap）were exceptional. He shared his extensive knowledge of the many wonderful places we visited, and were flexible to take us to additional places along the way based on discussions. Thank you so much .shared their extensive knowledge of the many wonderful places we visited, and were flexible to take us to additional places along the way based on discussions. More kelli, Jul 2023

Seamless Planning From the day I submitted an inquiry request, I instantly received a response from Monica asking my preferences for my trip. She has been attentive and responsive to our every needs and we very much appreciate it. Looking forward to our trip in November but many thanks to Monica for making this experience to seamless thus far. More Sana Samhouri, Jul 2023

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Tour Highlights

Here are the awesome attractions, the most must-do activities selected by Asia Highlights (AH Hand-Picked), and exclusive cultural experiences offered by Asia Highlights (Only With AH) included in this tour:

Explore the authentic UNESCO site Angkor Wat in detail.

Appreciate an amazing sunset from Bakheng temple.

Venture into the verdant Kbal Spean jungle and discover its spectacularly carved riverbed.

Interact with the rustic villagers living on Tonle Sap Lake.

Enjoy the Khmer people's fabulous Massage, Cuisine, and Apsara Dance Show.

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Suggested Itinerary for Inspiration

The itinerary serves as a mere example of a personalized tour, designed exclusively for you.
Your preferences will shape the authentic journey. We are fully prepared to craft an tailor-made tour that fulfills your desires.

Day 1

Siem Reap Arrival | First Bite of Angkor Wat Complex

• Welcome to the exotic city of Siem Reap.
• Your private guide and driver will escort you to the cozy hotel.
• Enjoy a first bite of the Angkor Wat Complex in the afternoon. Pay a visit to Prasat Kravan, Ta Prohm, Royal Bath of Srah Srang, and Banteay Kdei temple.
• Witness a breathtaking sunset from Bakheng temple.

The Jungle Tree Roots Embracing the Ta Prohm Temple

Day 2

Unveil Angkor Wat | Start With a Sunrise

• Enjoy the speechless experience of watching a sunrise at Angkor Wat and visit this UNESCO site afterward.
• Get back to hotel for breakfast and a short break.
• Discover more about the Essential parts of Angkor Thom via Angkor Thom South Gate, Bayon Temple, Baphoun, the Terrace of Temple Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King.
• Be entertained by the traditional Apsara Show with dinner at night.

The Amazing Sunrise at Angkor Wat

Day 3

Siem Reap Natural Beauty | Kbal Spean, Exquisite Bantey Srei

• Venture into the Kbal Spean jungle, hike along the river and discover the "Thousands Lingams" carvings on the riverbeds.
• Explore the unique pinkish sandstone temple—Banteay Srei.
• Learn about deminer Aki Ra and landmine removal at Cambodia Museum of Landmine.
• Enjoy Khmer Cuisine Dinner in HEAVEN, a charitable restaurant.

Bantey Srei—unique pinkish sandstone temple

Day 4

Siem Reap Life | Kompong Khleang Floating Village

• Visit one of the less-touristy floating villages— Kompong Khleang. Witness life on the Tonle Sap lake, such as schools, shops, and pagodas. Discover more of Tonle Sap lake life besides fishing.
• Experience the pleasure of a 1-hour Khmer massage in Krousar Thmey- a charitable foundation that provides jobs to those people who are visually impaired.
• learn more about People's life through the Tonle Sap Lake Exhibition, Krousar Thmey (New Family) Exhibition, and Seeing in the Dark.

Kompong Khleang—Less-touristy Floating Village

Day 5

Siem Reap In Summary | Angkor National Museum| Departure

• Go over Angkor history through precious relics in Angkor National Museum.
• Revel in some slow shopping at Psar Chaa(Old Market) offering silverware, silk, wood carvings, stone carvings, Buddhas, paintings, rubbings, notes and coins, T-shirts, and table mats.
• Enjoy a mouth-watering lunch in Marum Restaurant--a charitable restaurant, and its nice atmosphere provided by a delightful wooden house with a spacious garden.
• Head to the airport for your flight home or onwards.

Angkor National Museum

Ideas for Making This Trip Uniquely Yours

Special experiences can be added to brighten a honeymoon trip, a family vacation, a birthday, or satisfy personal interests.

Beng Mealea Ruins Explore For couples

Khmer Cooking Class For foodies

Discover the Forgotten Temple Preah Vihear For discovery-seekers

Quad Adventure in the Countryside For families or adventurers

Hand-Picked Hotels

We select hotels with style and local features. Let us know your preferences and we'll find your ideal hotel.

Comfortable hotel with a great pool

A deluxe resort with wonderful staff

Family-friendly resort with central located

Angelina Jolie's choice of luxury and service