CAMBODIA-ANGKOR BIKING TOUR 3 DAYS 2 NIGHTS

3 Days

OVERVIEW

Angkor - one of the most important archaeological sites is a must-have spot for a travelling plan in Siem Reap of Cambodia. Stretching over some 400 km2, including forested area; Angkor Archaeological Park contains contains some of the most famous temples in the world, including the majestic Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Angkor Thom city and The Bayon Temple and etc. This Angkor Complex Biking Tour will allow to discover the beautiful temples at own pace and on own schedule and offer wonderful photographic opportunities.

HIGHLIGHT

Spend 2 days in Siem Reap on a bike and ride to explore the complex temple of Angkor Wat - the largest religious monument in the world, Ta Prohm Temple or Jungle Temple and Angkor Thom or Great city with The Bayon temple.

ITINERARY IN BRIEF

*Day 1: Siem Reap arrival

*Day 2: Siem Reap full day biking (Cycle~40km) (B/L/-)

*Day 3: Siem Reap half day biking (Cycle~25km) – Departure (B/L/-)

Included:

-Accommodation with daily breakfast in Siem Reap

-Local English speaking guides

-Private transfers and transportation on tours

-Bike ride

-All entrance fees

-Set menu meals as specified without drinks (B: Breakfast, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)

-Bottled water & cold towels on sightseeing days

-Special visits & arrangements as indicated

Excluded:

-Cambodia E-Visa

-Arrival & Departure flight

-Hotel early check in /Late check out

-Overweight luggage

-Personal expenses

-Travel insurance

-Tips & gratuities

-Other services not listed in inclusive column

Day 1: Siem Reap arrival

Upon arrival at the international airport a nd after clearing immigration and customsmeet with your guide with a welcome signboard and transfer to the hotel for check-in and overnight in Siem Reap

The ruins of the ancient city of Angkor, capital of the Khmer kingdom from 802 until 1295 AD, are among the world’s great marvels. The “City of Kings,” Angkor boasts some of the largest religious monuments ever constructed. It is a vast and mysterious complex of great laterite and sandstone blocks. Unknown to the world until French naturalist Henri Mouhot literally stumbled onto it in 1861, the area of Angkor existed for centuries only as a myth — a wondrous city (or cities, to be precise), its exact location in the Cambodian jungle unknown. After Mahout in 1861, archaeologists flocked here, only to be foiled by years of conflict that left the temples in the hands of the Khmer Rouge. Many temples were damaged and pillaged. Tourists were the subsequent invaders, from the late 1990’s. Fortunately we can still find those quiet moments in communion with this amazing man-made wonder despite the influx of visitors.

Day 2: Siem Reap full day biking to Angkor Wat and Ta Prohm (Cycle~40km) (B/L/-)

After breakfast, meet with your guide and cycle from your hotel in Siem Reap downtown along the east side of the river to Angkor Wat, following countryside trails first and then the paved roads of the Small Circuit. You will visit the most famous of all the temples on the plain of Angkor: Angkor Wat. The temple complex covers 81 hectares and is comparable in size to the Imperial Palace in Beijing. Its distinctive five towers are emblazoned on the Cambodian flag and the 12th century masterpiece is considered by art historians to be the prime example of classical Khmer art and architecture. Angkor Wat’s five towers symbolize Meru’s five peaks – the enclosed wall represents the mountains at the edge of the world and the surrounding moat, the ocean beyond. Then continue riding down to a little brick temple called ‘Prasat Kravan’ where we will enjoy lunch in a local restaurant at Srah Srang Village.

This afternoon, further our riding to explore the picturesque Ta Prohm, which has nearly disappeared into the jungle and remains overgrown, an oddly haunting and exotic scene. The magnificent roots of a tree, pushing between the huge stone blocks of the temple in a sort of embrace, evoke feelings that you will remember forever. Other sights are en-route – Victory Gate and Ghost Gate, before we return to your hotel in Siem Reap. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Day 3: Siem Reap half day biking to Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple (Cycle~25km) – Departure (B/L/-)

After breakfast, start an amazing cycling tour on the back and less used roads to Angkor Thom. Using this way we get better and more authentic scenery of the traditional houses and fascinating architecture on stills. We visit the impressive West gate where our local guide will tell the interesting tales of the history once prevailed here. Continuing to the Bayon Temple (216 faces of Buddha), The Terrace of Elephants and ending the spin at the terrace of The Leper King, before cycling back to hotel via the South gate of Angkor Thom. An intriguing tour sets the scenery from a slightly different angle. Ride back to Siem Reap downtown for having lunch at a local restaurant.

This afternoon is free until the time you will be taken to the airport for your departure flight or to next destination. End the trip in Siem Reap.