angkor wat - Coral Expeditions

angkor wat
> 3 NIGHT EXTENSION TOUR TO SIEM REAP
Protected by UNESCO and royal decree, Angkor is one of the
most important archaeological sites in the world. At the heart
of the Khmer kingdom, sits Angkor Wat, the City of Temples,
the largest religious monument in the world built by Khmer
King Suryavarman and designed to architecturally mirror
the cosmos, harmonising earth with heaven. These ancient,
enduring ruins surrounded by moats, covered by jungle,
adorned by carvings and astonishing in their significance to
the pyramids of Giza are a must to see for every traveller.
EXPEDITION HIGHLIGHTS
>> Introduction to the wonders of Khmer history and art with a visit to the National Museum
>> Dine on locally sourced, exquisite traditional Khmer cuisine overlooking the Angkor riverside
>> Visit Angkor Wat, see the stone carvings, bas-reliefs and Aspara dancers decorating the temple
>> Travel on a local Remork (motorised rickshaw) to Angkor Thom and the Terrace of Elephants
>> Dedicated to Shiva, Banteay Srei temple is the jewel in the crown of Angkorian art
>> Eat for Support at the Marum Restaurant providing vocational training for former street children
ITINERARY
Day 1: Siem Reap
Make your own arrangements to fly to Siem Reap International
Airport > meet your expert Cambodian guide > depending on
flight time, start your introductory to Khmer history with a
visit to the National Museum > transfer to accommodation >
dress for welcome dinner at Malis riverside restaurant to try
traditional Khmer cuisine prepared by award winning, master
chef Luu Meng.
Overnight at Shinta Mani Resort or similar, dinner
Day 2: Angkor Wat
Set out to explore the mysterious temples of Angkor Wat, the
main temple symbolising Mt Meru, the home of the gods >
enjoy lunch in a traditional wooden house, once home of the
governor > board a local remork to visit the ancient capital,
Angor Thom > see the Terrace of Elephants, the 200 smiling
faces and the Gods and Demons tug of war at Bayon > stroll
Preah Khan, the temple of the sacred sword > evening at
leisure to wander the night markets
Overnight Shinta Mani Resort or similar, breakfast and lunch,
dinner at leisure
COST
Day 3: Siem Reap and Angkor
AUD $1,320 per person based on twin share – single
supplement AUD $835
An early rise to see the spectacular sunrise over the temples
> visit the women’s citadel, Banteay Srei temple, dedicated
to Shiva > explore Ta Prohm, the renown ‘Tomb Raider’ jungle
temple > Eat for a Cause farewell dinner at the Marum ‘Tree of
Life’ restaurant providing hospitality training for former street
children
INCLUDES
Meet and greet at Siem Reap International airport, 3 nights
4 star accommodation, temple entrance fees, 3 breakfasts, 2
lunches, 2 dinners, local expert guide, air-conditioned vehicle
and local remork
NOT INCLUDED
Flights to Siem Reap International Airport, visas, personal
insurance
Please note: Tours are operated by a third party. Availability of all
services is guaranteed upon confirmation of reservation. Small
deviations in the tour program are sometimes necessary, depending
on weather, road conditions, flight schedules and room availability.
Overnight Shinta Mani Resort or similar, breakfast and dinner
Day 4: Siem Reap and Angkor
After breakfast and depending on your departure time, your
three day temple pass allows you to visit additional temples
at leisure > your guide can arrange a Khmer cooking class, a
trip to the Tonle Sap Lake or high tea at Raffles d’ Angkor >
transfer to airport for your onward journey
Transfer to airport, breakfast
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