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Escaping the Crowds-Banteay Samre, Beng Mealea, and Bakong

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

  • Escape the main tourist crowds and enjoy the countryside drives, local villages, and peaceful explorationn.
  • Wanders through Banteay Samre, a finely preserved 12th-century temple carvings and peaceful atmosphere.
  • Experience the mystical Beng Mealea, a sprawling jungle-covered temple with collapse galleries, giant tree roots.
  • Explore a grand pyramid of Bakong the earliest state temple of Angkor.

From:
US$150

ITINERARIES

Duration: Full Day

Best for: Adventures and history enthusiasts

Departure: Siem Reap

@ 8:00 am- Depart from Siem Reap and heading toward Banteay Samre temple, about 25 minutes drive.

@ 8:30 am- Explore Banteay Samre Temple, the elegant disign know as " Little Angkor Wat" and ideal lighting for photogaphy of it's carvings. Then travel to Beng Mealea Temple and explore deeper into the jungle and countryside of Cambodia. Stop briefly for local coffee or palm juice along the way if desire.

@ 10:30 am-  Discover Beng Mealea Temple (Jungle Temple). Wander through moss-covered ruin wrapped in tree roots. Feel the mystery of this hidden temple once lost to the jungle. 

@ 12:00 am- Lunch in the countryside restaurant. Enjoy authentic Khmer dishes near Roluos group area. 

@ 14:00 pm- Visit Roluos Temple group. Explore Bakong, Preah Ko, and Lolei-the earliest capital of the Khmer Empire. Quiet, spiritual, and full of history.

15:30 pm- Return to Siem Reap. Arrive by 16:00 pm, perfect for a coffee or spa session. 

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

 

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