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ANGKOR WAT EXTENSION

Day 13: February 28 Saigon to Siem Reap: Arrive Saigon airport from Dalat & connect flight Saigon to Siem Reap on VN811@11:40 – 12:40. On arrival, transfer to hotel. After check-in and lunch (on own), an easy tour in the town area, close temple (tours flexible based on your request): visit the Roluos Group. The monuments of Roluos, which served as the capital of Indravarman I (reigned 877-89), are among the earliest large, permanent temples built by the Khmers and mark the beginning of Khmer classical art. Preah Ko erected by Indravarman I in the late 9th century dedicated by the King to his ancestors in 880. Bakong the largest and most interesting of the Roluos group temples, with his active Buddhist monastery just to the north of the east entrance. Lolei built on an islet in the center of a large reservoir (now rice fields) by Yasovarman I, the founder to the first city at Angkor. Overnight at Tara Angkor, Deluxe Rooms. http://www.taraangkorhotel.com

Day 14: March 1 - Siem Reap (B,D): This morning, free relax on your own until transfer to visit  Banteay Samre, one of the most complete complexes at Angkor due to restoration using the method of “anastylosis”. The name Samre refers to an ethnic group of mountain people, who inhabited the region at the base of Phnom Kulen and were probably related to the Khmers. No inscriptions have been found for this temple, but the style of most of the architecture is of the classic art of the middle period similar to Angkor Wat.  The proportions of Banteay Samre are splendid. A unique feature is an interior moat with laterite paving, which when filled with water must have given an ethereal atmosphere to the temple.

In the afternoon, continue your temple tour.  See the unique interior brick sculptures Prasat Kravan, the Srah Srang reservoir (known as "The Royal Baths" was once used for ritual bathing), Banteay Kdei (surrounded by 4 concentric walls), and Eastern Mebon (guarded at its corner by stone figures of harnessed elephants, some of which are still in a reasonable state of preservation). This evening, enjoy Apsara Dance show with dinner. Overnight at the same hotel in Siem Reap.

Day 15: March 2 - Siem Reap (B): In the morning, visit the South Gate (with its huge statues depicting the churning of the ocean of milk), the ancient capital of Angkor Thom (12th century) and then take elephant around 15 – 20 minute to Bayon temple, you will enjoy beautiful natural view along the road. Visit Bayon Temple (unique for its 54 towers decorated with over 200 smiling faces of Avolokitesvara), the Royal Enclosure, Phimeanakas, the Elephants Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King.  

Afternoon, half day Tuk Tuk to 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. Sunset at Angkor Wat. O/n at your hotel.  

Day 16 March 3 - Siem Reap to Bangkok (B): Transfer to the archaeological site for the sunrise from the Phnom Bakheng, one of two hills dominating the plain of Angkor, from where you will have a spectacular view of the Western Baray and Angkor Wat.

Or sunrise at Srah Srang. Return to the hotel for breakfast.

Morning, transfer to Banteay Srei temple (10th century), regarded as the jewel in the crown of Classical Khmer Art. Continue to Ta Prohm, one of the area’s most beautiful temples. Ta Prohm has been relatively untouched since it was discovered and retains much of its mystery.

In the afternoon, you continue your temple visits to Preah Khan. Built by the King Jayavarman VII, Preah Khan is, like Ta Prohm, a place of towered enclosures and shoulder hugging corridors. Unlike Ta Prohm, however, the temple of Preah Khan is in a reasonable state of preservation and ongoing restoration efforts should maintain and even improve this situation. Neak Pean, a fountain built in the middle of a pool (representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake), Ta Som and Banteay Samre, built in the third quarter of the 12th century. It consists of a central temple with four wings preceded by a hall and accompanied by two libraries, the southern example remarkably well preserved. Two concentric walls enclose the ensemble. Transfer back to Siem Reap Airport for departure flight back to Bangkok on PG914@15:25 – 16:40. End services.

This tour is also available after the Dalat Extension with dates adjusted.

Cost based private tours (without flights): $800 per person, dual occupancy. Single supplement $250.

FLIGHTS
Saigon to Siem Reap / Siem Reap to Bangkok: $600 per person economy class.

INCLUDED::

  • Accommodation base on twin/double sharing room with breakfast (4 star hotel)
  • Temple entrance fee 4 days as mentioned
  • Elephant ride
  • English speaking guide
  • Full land transportation by private air-con van with driver
  • Meals (1 Dinner) at Apsara Theater Restaurant
  • Cool drinking during on board
  • Tuk Tuk riding

NOT INCLUDED:

  • Cambodian Visa $30
  • Other meals which are not mentioned in the program
  • International air tickets
  • Personal expense & other service which not mention itinerary

For further information and booking contact:
George DeSerres, CW4, Ret.
georgedese@comcast.net
540-220-9266 Cell, 540-937-4686 Office

ANGKOR WAT EXTENSION
DALAT EXTENSION
FOR INFORMATION AND BOOKING:
George DeSerres, CW4, Ret
georgedese@comcast.net
540-220-9266 cell
800-248-1690 office
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