Day Trips & Excursions in Siem Reap

Cambodia's rich history is an essential part of any trip. On this tour, which avoids the large crowds at Angkor Wat, you'll enjoy an opportunity to see Khmer art and architecture from the 10th to 12th centuries, including rock relief carvings along the banks of the Siem Reap River that many tourists miss. Taking a private tour means you'll have plenty of time to ask your guide about the history and meaning of the carvings.

The temples at the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park have almost a thousand years of history, so a guided tour is a good way to learn as much as possible about the temples' art and architecture. On this shared tour, your APSARA authorised guide takes you to the highlights of the three main temples.

Thousands of fishing families live along the Tonle Sap, South-East Asia's largest freshwater lake. On this private tour, you'll learn how Tonle Sap sustains the region's fishers and farmers, and how locals live and work in the floating villages that dot the lake edge. You'll see the locals work, but also how they relax and celebrate with a visit to Siem Reap's cultural village and a traditional Khmer dance performance over dinner.

Get a glimpse of local life as you cruise past the floating villages and markets around Tonle Sap lake on this 6-hour tour from Siem Reap. Experience life on the water as you cruise along the Khleang River in a flat-bottomed boat, pass through the flooded forest, and stop at a floating school to meet the school kids, then tuck into a delicious Khmer-style lunch at a local restaurant.

Visit Kompong Phluk village, Take boat trip to visit the Greatest Lake Tonle Sap, See houses on stilts, Beautiful forest, Pagoda and daily life of fisherman.

There's no better time to see Angkor Wat temple complex than at sunrise, when the archeological site is at its most magical. However, getting to the landmark in time isn't always easy. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with ease on a full-day tour from Siem Reap, limited to a maximum of 15 people for an intimate atmosphere. With a guide, you'll watch the sunrise, explore the site, and learn things about the temples you may otherwise have missed.

Experience traditional life in Cambodia on this half-day cruise from Siem Reap and visit the flooded forest and floating village of Kompong Phluk. Along the way, paddle past lush rice paddies, stilted houses, and floating markets; watch local fishermen at work; and admire the view across Tonle Sap Lake.

The UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat is the star attraction of Cambodia and the magnificent temple complex is even more atmospheric at sunrise. This full-day small-group tour from Siem Reap makes an early start to avoid the crowds and visits highlights including Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm, and Bayon temple. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Explore Beng Mealea Temple and Kampong Khleang on a full-day Jeep tour. You’ll motor off-road along a rugged route into the Cambodian countryside to the 12th-century temple complex and learn about its Suryavarman architecture. Then set off with your guide toward Tonle Sap Lake to visit the floating village, reached by boat during the wet season. Lunch and round-trip hotel transport are provided.

Visit the temples of Angkor and Tonle Sap Lake on a 1.5-day tour from Siem Riep, and enjoy the flexibility of a private driver/guide as you explore two UNESCO-listed destinations. Spend the first, full day in the Angkor temple complex, from the sprawling Angkor Wat to the jungle-wrapped ruins of Ta Prohm. On the second day of the tour, cruise to a floating village on a morning excursion to Tonle Sap Lake, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve lined with traditional fishing communities. This 1.5-day tour includes all transport by climate-controlled vehicle.

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An Expedition to a remote temple is a great way to see a bit of "real" Cambodia away from touristic areas.   Cambodia is a getaway to an exotic land, Explore and familiarize the Cambodia culture and its living. Tonle Sap is a home to one of the most abundant and rich inland water ecosystems in Asia, including large numbers of critically endangered bird species. Floating communities of fishers live on the lake, for a captivating intuition into another, unfortunate way of life.There is a whole community here besides homes, there's school, police post, fire station, church and a few restaurants as well.

Ride in a private vehicle from Siem Reap to the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park on this full-day tour. Wander the temple complex with your own personal guide who shares scholarly insight on the awe-inspiring site dating back to the Khmer Empire. View Angkor Thom, the Bayon, Ta Prohm and Angkor Wat, finishing with a sunset viewing at Pre Rup Temple.

An Expedition to a remote temple is a great way to see a bit of "real" Cambodia away from touristic areas.    Cambodia is a getaway to an exotic land, Explore and familiarize the Cambodia culture and its living. Tonle Sap is a home to one of the most abundant and rich inland water ecosystems in Asia, including large numbers of critically endangered bird species.Floating communities of fishers live on the lake, for a captivating intuition into another, unfortunate way of life.There is a whole community here besides homes, there's school, police post, fire station, church and a few restaurants as well.

View the sunrise with Angkor Wat as your scenic backdrop on this full-day tour of the Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Depart in the early morning by tuk-tuk from Siem Reap and explore architectural masterpieces dating back to the 12th century. Visit the city of Angkor Thom, the Bayon, Preah Khan Temple and Ta Prohm, as well as lesser-known temples, pavilions, courtyards and reflecting ponds in the Angkor complex.

Head off the beaten track outside Siem Reap and explore the 'jungle temple' of Beng Mealea with an insightful guide. This 12th-century complex is less popular than well-known Angkor, but it offers visitors a no less fascinating look. Learn about the Suryavarman architecture before a stop at Kompong Khleang village and a restaurant lunch. Round-trip hotel transport is provided by minivan.

If you've only got limited time in Cambodia's capital, maximize every minute on a full-day sightseeing tour that reveals the highlights of Phnom Penh and provides a comprehensive introduction for first-time visitors. In a small group limited to 12, you'll travel between the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Royal Palace, and more without getting lost or having to navigate public transport.

Exploring the UNESCO-listed Angkor Temples is a must for visitors to Siem Reap and this small-group tour ensures a more personalized experience. Stand in awe before the legendary temple of Angkor Wat, admire the sculpted façade of Bayon temple, and discover the atmospheric jungle temple of Ta Prohm.

Get a glimpse of life in a traditional Cambodian floating village on this full-day tour by bus, bike and boat from Siem Reap. Cycle through the countryside, take a scenic cruise through a flooded forest and explore the floating village of Kompong Khleang on the Tonl e Sap lake. Along the way, visit a floating school, browse the local fish market and admire the waterside pagodas, then tuck into a typical Khmer lunch (included). This small-group tour is limited to 12, ensuring an authentic local experience.

A private day trip to explore more ways of people life at rural area of Kompong Khleang, the large fishing/floating community that living on stilted houses and house-boat including unique Tonle Sap, The Great Lake and more excursion to explore overgrown untouched of Beng Mealea so-called Indiana Jones Temple.