3 Days in Siem Reap: Angkor Wat and the Temples of Angkor

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πŸ“ Siem Reap, CambodiaπŸ—“ 3 daysπŸ‘₯ History fans and photographers

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3Days
10Stops
3Meal tips
About Β£40-80 a day, mid-range, flights excludedBudget

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Three days with the temples of Angkor: sunrise at Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm, and a quieter day at Banteay Srei. A three-day pass is available. Dress modestly with covered shoulders and knees. Hot all year.

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Experience the breathtaking view of Angkor Wat with its serene reflection at sunset in Cambodia.
1

Angkor Wat

05:00

Sunrise at Angkor Wat

Watch the sun rise behind the temple, from the reflecting pond.

πŸ“ Angkor⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· ~$37
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πŸ’‘ Arrive early to get a spot.
09:00

Breakfast and return

Eat at a cafΓ© outside the gates.

πŸ“ Angkor⏱ 1 hourπŸ’· ~$5
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10:00

Angkor Wat interior

Climb the central tower.

πŸ“ Angkor⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· Included
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πŸ’‘ Closed to the top at certain times.
16:00

Pub Street

Evening dinner and drinks.

πŸ“ Siem Reap⏱ 2 hoursπŸ’· ~$10
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🍽 Where to eat

dinnerFish amokKhmer Β· $$
Majestic Angkor Wat temple reflecting in calm waters at sunrise, showcasing ancient architecture.
2

Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm

08:00

Bayon Temple

Over 200 smiling stone faces.

πŸ“ Angkor Thom⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Included
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10:30

Terrace of the Elephants

Carved terrace.

πŸ“ Angkor Thom⏱ 45 minπŸ’· Included
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13:00

Ta Prohm

Temple overgrown with huge tree roots.

πŸ“ Angkor⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Included
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πŸ’‘ Used in Tomb Raider.

🍽 Where to eat

lunchLunchKhmer Β· $
🎟 Book ahead for day 2Tickets and tours: Bayon Temple
Stunning view of the ancient Bayon Temple, part of Cambodia's Angkor Wat complex, showcasing its historical architecture.
3

Banteay Srei and countryside

08:00

Banteay Srei

Pink sandstone with fine carvings.

πŸ“ Banteay Srei⏱ 1.5 hoursπŸ’· Included
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πŸ’‘ Early to avoid tour buses.
11:00

Cambodia Landmine Museum

A small museum.

πŸ“ Banteay Srei⏱ 1 hourπŸ’· ~$5
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15:00

Tonle Sap lake

Floating villages.

πŸ“ Tonle Sap⏱ 3 hoursπŸ’· ~$25
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πŸ’‘ Choose an ethical operator.

🍽 Where to eat

dinnerDinnerKhmer Β· $$
🎟 Book ahead for day 3Tickets and tours: Banteay Srei

Good to know

✈️ Getting thereSiem Reap Angkor International Airport has taxis to town.
πŸš† Getting aroundHire a tuk-tuk for the day (~$15-20).
πŸ’· CurrencyUS dollar ($) widely used; Cambodian riel for small change.
πŸ—£ LanguageKhmer. English is widely spoken.

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