Sunset Wonders-Grand Circuit and Banteay Srei

ITINERARIES

Duration: Full Day

Best for: Adventures and history enthusiasts

Departure: Siem Reap

@ 7:30 AM-Hotel Pickup

• Meet your guide and driver at your hotel and set off in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle.
• Enjoy a scenic drive through the countryside on the way to Banteay Srei.

@ 8:30 AM-Visit Banteay Srei Temple (The pink Temple)

• Discover the “Jewel of Khmer Art” a 10^th-century temple carved from pink sandstone.
• Admire intricate carvings of Hindu legends and graceful female deities (devatas)
• Learn why this small temple holds some of the finest stonework in Angkor.

@ 10:00 AM-Return toward Angkor Park-Optional stop at local village

• Optional short stop to see palm sugar production or local handicrafts along the road.

@ 11:00 AM-Visit Preah Khan Temple

• Explore this large and mysterious temple with tree roots, long corridors, and spiritual energy.
• Once a royal city and Buddhist university.

@ 12:30 PM-Lunch Break (at local restaurant near Neak Pean)

• Enjoy the authentic Khmer cuisine in a peaceful garden setting (own expense)

@ 1:30 PM-Visit Neak Pean Temple

• A unique water temple built on a artificial island, believed to have healing power.
• Surrounded by a peaceful reservoir.

@ 2:15 PM-Visit Ta Som Temple

• A hidden gem, famous for the giant tree growing over the eastern gate.
• Peaceful, less crowded, and atmospheric.

@ 3:00 PM-Visit East Mebon

• East Mebon: know for elephant statues and views over the dry baray.

3:30 PM-Visit Pre Rup Temple

• A large brick temple-mountain popular for late afternoon light.

@ 4:15 PM-Arrive at Phnom Bakheng for Sunset

• Hike to the top of Phnom Bakheng (15-20 min uphill walk)
• Limited daily visitor quota applies ( arrive early for access)
• Enjoy panoramic views of Angkor Wat in the distance and the jungle below as the sun sets.

@ 6:30 Return to Hotel

What's included?

+ Professional English-speaking tour guide.

+ Transportation (A/C vehicle)

+ Drinking water & cool towel

- Temple pass not included ( US$ 37 for one day)

What to bring

+ Comfortable walking shoes

+ Sun protection  (hat, sunscreen)

+ Modest clothing for temple visit

+ Camera to capture the memories