Journey Back in Time - Mystical Angkor. 5Days 4Nights Travel Itinerary in Siem Reap, Cambodia (Small Circle)
Monday, 1 June 2015
5days 4nights trip,
Angkor Thom South Gate,
Angkor Village Apsara Theatre,
Angkor Wat,
Art Center Night Market,
Banteay Kdei,
Baphuon,
Bayon Temple,
blog,
Cambodia,
Siem Reap,
small circle tour,
Ta Prohm
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Siem Reap - our 4th trip of the year! The last time Chengy visited this place was back in 2010 and, developed a little crush. This round, we made the trip with Chengy’s colleagues.
Initially, the trip was supposed to be a trip with Camel solely because he wanted to step foot onto Angkor Wat, a UNESCO world heritage site long ago and at the same time we managed to purchase the great deal of AirAsiaGo promos at a very last minute.
Day 1: 22 May 2015
Penang International Airport (PEN) → Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2
(KLIA 2)
◊ Capsule by Container Hotel at KLIA 2 (3 hr stay)
Day 2: 23 May 2015
Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (KLIA 2) → Siem Reap International Airport (REP)
Small Circle
Morning: Angkor Thom South Gate (Bayon Temple, Baphuon, Phimeanakas) - Terrace of
the Elephants - Terrace of the Leper King - Chaosay Tevoda – Thomanon - Ta Keo
Afternoon: Ta Prohm - Banteay Kdei - Srah Srang – Preah Palilay –
Tep Pranam – Prasat Suor Prat
L/D: Krousar Khmer Restaurant / Angkor Village Apsara Theatre Khmer Set Dinner
Day 3: 24 May 2015
CAMBODIA (SIEM REAP) Big Circle
Morning: Angkor Wat (Sunrise) – Return to Hotel for morning breakfast - Preah Khan Temple - Neak Pean Temple
Afternoon: Ta Som Temple - East Mebon - Pre Rup Temple - Phnom Bakheng (for sunset viewing)
B/L/D: Continental Breakfast at Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel / Angkor Flower
Restaurant / Triangle BBQ Bar Restaurant (Pub Street)
Day 4: 25 May 2015
CAMBODIA (SIEM REAP)
Outside Circle
Morning: Banteay Samre - Banteay Srey - Beang Mealea
Afternoon: Kompong Phluk (Tonle Sap Lake)
B/L/D: Continental Breakfast at Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel / Red Piano Restaurant / Blue Pumpkin Restaurant (Pub Street)
Day 5: 26 May 2015
Siem Reap International Airport (REP) → Kuala Lumpur International Airport 2 (KLIA 2) → Penang International Airport (PEN)
B: Continental Breakfast at Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel
So, we arrived Siem Reap on 23 May 2015. The hotel tuk-tuk driver picked us at the airport and transferred us back to the hotel. Pros Bou, our local driver waited us at the hotel lobby. We hired Pros Bou, our local driver / tour guide beforehand though e-mail. Since we were too early to check-in and our rooms hadn’t ready yet, Pros Bou brought us to the control gate area located in the north part of Siem Reap to purchase our entry pass before move on to our first destination.
With an entrance fee of US$40 for a 3-day pass, we explored the history of the Khmer Empire as well as an in-depth look at the monuments and monarchs of the Angkorian period at our own leisure.
Enigmatic Faces. The many faces of Bayon at Angkor Thom |
I won't forget these (smiling, serene, serious, wild, creepy) faces |
Us with the row of Gods lining the path to Angkor Thom's South Gate |
Smiling stone face at the South Gate heading towards Angkor Thom |
Smiling Quietly @ Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom |
Enigmatic Faces. The many faces of Bayon at Angkor Thom |
Enigmatic Faces. The many faces of Bayon at Angkor Thom |
Bas-reliefs depicting scenes of battle in Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom |
The five-tiered Baphuon Temple |
Stairs leading to the top of Phimeanakas |
Figure from Terrace of the Leper King |
Figure from Terrace of the Leper King |
Elephant figures at Terrace of the Elephants |
Later in the afternoon, Pros Bou brought us to a nearby restaurant for lunch at Krousar Khmer Restaurant. We had pork fried rice & mango shake at which cost us around US$6.50/meal/pax. We had our first-hand experience of mango shake for the first time! **falling in love** After lunch, we moved on to Chaosay Tevoda, Thomanon, Ta Keo, Ta Prohm, Banteay Kdei and Srah Srang (River).
Ta Prohm (must-visit temple), also known as the Tomb Raider Temple is an example of a famous temple in Angkor where it is wrapped in centuries-old tree roots and insanely photogenic. The temple was founded in 1186 A.D. We spent over 2 hours in this Tomb Raider temple alone. To us, the carvings and sculptures here are fine and well-preserved compared to the other temples.
Later on, we continued our first day journey to Banteay Kdei, Preah Palila, Tep Pranam and Prasat Suor Prat which are all nearby. Banteay Kdei (Citadel of the Cells) is a Buddhist Temple built in the late 12th century and one of the highlights of this temple is the Hall of Dancers located in the central corridor.
After these temple visits, Pros Bou brought us to the Art Center night market for some locally designed fashions, gallery shops and art prints. We spent approx. 1.15 hr there.
Later in the evening, we headed to Angkor Village for an Apsara Theatre Dinner. The Apsara dance was beautifully curated and neatly performed with stories to tell, taking us on a journey through history and cultural heritage with delicate alignment of the fingers, special traditional sequined silk clothing, jewelry and slow dancing. You can find engravings of Apsara dancers on the walls of Angkor Wat temples too! We truly enjoyed this beautiful cultural experience but found it a little costly compared to other restaurants in downtown.
And that’s the end of day 1.
**Read more about our travel experiences @ Siem Reap:
Bas- reliefs depicting dancing apsaras at the eastern entrance |
The Crocodile Tree inside Ta Prohm |
The famous Tomb Raider Tree in Ta Prohm |
The waterfall tree that dominates the temple's masonry |
The waterfall tree that dominates the temple's masonry |
Devadas (Dancers) portrayed in Ta Prohm |
Ta Prohm (must-visit temple), also known as the Tomb Raider Temple is an example of a famous temple in Angkor where it is wrapped in centuries-old tree roots and insanely photogenic. The temple was founded in 1186 A.D. We spent over 2 hours in this Tomb Raider temple alone. To us, the carvings and sculptures here are fine and well-preserved compared to the other temples.
Later on, we continued our first day journey to Banteay Kdei, Preah Palila, Tep Pranam and Prasat Suor Prat which are all nearby. Banteay Kdei (Citadel of the Cells) is a Buddhist Temple built in the late 12th century and one of the highlights of this temple is the Hall of Dancers located in the central corridor.
Beautiful carving details in Ta Prohm |
The Devada sculpture inside Angkor Thom |
Dinosaur Carving. No one has been able to explain the presence of this mysterious carving |
Banteay Kdei- one of the highlight of this Temple is the Hall of Dancers |
The Hall of Dancers in Banteay Kdei Temple |
Arts of Siem Reap |
Beautifully curated Apsara Dance |
Beautifully curated Apsara Dance |
Beautifully curated Apsara Dance |
**Read more about our travel experiences @ Siem Reap:
Places of Interest / Suggested time spent / Entrance Ticket(s):
Places of Interest | Recommen- dation | Suggested Duration (hour/minutes) | Entrance Ticket Fee(s) in USD | |
Small Circle Tour | ||||
Angkor Thom South Gate | ✪✪✪ | 10 – 15 minutes | Included in the 3-day Angkor Pass (USD40/pax) | |
Bayon Temple | ✪✪✪✪ | 2 hour | ||
Baphuon | ✪✪✪✪ | 30 minutes | ||
Phimeanakas | ✪✪ | 15 minutes | ||
Terrace of the Elephants | ✪✪ | 10 - 15 minutes | ||
Terrace of the Leper King | ✪✪ | 10 - 15 minutes | ||
Chaosay Tevoda | ✪✪✪ | 2 hour | ||
Thomanon | ✪✪✪ | 15 minutes | ||
Ta Keo | ✪✪ | 45 minutes | ||
Ta Prohm | ✪✪✪✪ | 2 hour | ||
Banteay Kdei | ✪✪✪ | 30 minutes | ||
Srah Srang | ✪✪✪ | 10 – 15 minutes | ||
**Angkor Wat (Sunset) at Phnom Bakheng | ✪✪✪ | 1 - 2 hour | ||
Preah Palilay | ✪✪✪ | 10 – 15 minutes | ||
Tep Pranam | ✪ | 10 – 15 minutes | ||
Prasat Suor Prat | ✪ | 15 minutes | ||
Big Circle Tour | ||||
Angkor Wat (Sunrise) **wake up early! | ✪✪✪✪ | 1 - 2 hour | Included in the 3-day Angkor Pass (USD40/pax) | |
Preah Khan Temple | ✪✪✪✪ | 1 - 2 hour | ||
Neak Pean Temple | ✪✪ | 45 minutes | ||
Ta Som Temple | ✪✪✪ | 45 minutes | ||
East Mebon | ✪✪✪ | 15 – 30 minutes | ||
Pre Rup Temple | ✪✪✪ | 1 hour | ||
Prasat Kravan | ✪ | 30 minutes | ||
Outside Circle Tour | ||||
Banteay Samre | ✪✪✪✪ | 15 – 20 minutes | 3-day Angkor Pass (USD40/pax) | |
Banteay Srey | ✪✪✪✪ | 20 – 30 minutes | ||
Beang Mealea | ✪✪✪ | 1 – 1.5 hour | USD5/pax | |
Kompong Phluk (Tonle Sap Lake) | ✪✪✪ | 1 - 2 hour | USD15 / pax for boat ride to Kampong Phluk |
** Phnom Bakheng Temple (for sunset view) – proper attire (no shorts, no shirts without sleeve)
Air Itinerary Details:
AirAsia: Penang – Kuala Lumpur (KLIA2) – Siem Reap / Siem Reap – Kuala Lumpur (KLIA2) – Penang
From To Flight Date Dep Arr
Penang KLIA 2 AK6121 22 May 2320 0020
KLIA 2 Siem Reap AirAsia 542 23 May 0650 0750
Siem Reap KLIA 2 AirAsia 543 26 May 0835 1135
KLIA 2 Penang AK6114 26 May 1435 1530
Travel Package (AirAsiaGo – inclusive of return tickets and hotel):
◊Two return tickets from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) → Siem Reap (REP)
◊Deluxe Room for 2 person at Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel (inclusive daily breakfast)
Total Fares:RM730 nett (inclusive of taxes & other charges) = RM365nett/person
Accommodation(s):
Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel
Address: Krom 7, Phoum Sala Kanseng, Khum Svay Dangkum, Siem Reap
Website: http://malikadangkor.com/
e-mail: book@malikadangkor.com
Telephone: 855 (063) 767 789
Fax: 855 (063) 761 405
Room Type: Deluxe Room (inclusive of (i) daily continental breakfast, (ii) free wireless
internet, (iii) free one-way airport transfer
Local Transportation:
Car / Tuk Tuk Driver(s): Pros Bou
Telephone: (+855) 12 733075, (+855) 93 733075
WeChat ID: boup936
LINE ID: prosbou
Facebook: Siem Reap tour & sightseeing
e-mail: prostuktuk@gmail.com
Rate: USD135/6 person(s) = USD22.5/pax. Inclusive of wet tissue, petrol, daily cool drinking water, headset , return airport pick-up service
Types of package(s):
◊ Tour via Tuk tuk: USD12 (small circle), USD15 (big circle), USD70 (outside circle via van)
◊ Tour via air-conditioned van USD30 (small circle), USD35 (big circle), USD70 (outside circle)
Entrance Pass/Fee(s): Market(s): | What to see / buy: |
Angkor Night Market | Jewelry, cloths, accessories, paintings, souvenirs and decorative items, etc. |
Angkor Old Market | Jewelry, cloths, accessories, paintings, souvenirs and decorative items, etc. |
Siem Reap Art Center Night Market | Jewelry, cloths, accessories, paintings, souvenirs and decorative items, etc. |
Angkor Pub Street | Bistros, cafes, pubs, restaurants, souvenir shops and street vendors |
Air Itinerary Details:
AirAsia: Penang – Kuala Lumpur (KLIA2) – Siem Reap / Siem Reap – Kuala Lumpur (KLIA2) – Penang
From To Flight Date Dep Arr
Penang KLIA 2 AK6121 22 May 2320 0020
KLIA 2 Siem Reap AirAsia 542 23 May 0650 0750
Siem Reap KLIA 2 AirAsia 543 26 May 0835 1135
KLIA 2 Penang AK6114 26 May 1435 1530
Travel Package (AirAsiaGo – inclusive of return tickets and hotel):
◊Two return tickets from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) → Siem Reap (REP)
◊Deluxe Room for 2 person at Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel (inclusive daily breakfast)
Total Fares:RM730 nett (inclusive of taxes & other charges) = RM365nett/person
Accommodation(s):
Malika d'Angkor Boutique Hotel
Address: Krom 7, Phoum Sala Kanseng, Khum Svay Dangkum, Siem Reap
Website: http://malikadangkor.com/
e-mail: book@malikadangkor.com
Telephone: 855 (063) 767 789
Fax: 855 (063) 761 405
Room Type: Deluxe Room (inclusive of (i) daily continental breakfast, (ii) free wireless
internet, (iii) free one-way airport transfer
Local Transportation:
Car / Tuk Tuk Driver(s): Pros Bou
Telephone: (+855) 12 733075, (+855) 93 733075
WeChat ID: boup936
LINE ID: prosbou
Facebook: Siem Reap tour & sightseeing
e-mail: prostuktuk@gmail.com
Rate: USD135/6 person(s) = USD22.5/pax. Inclusive of wet tissue, petrol, daily cool drinking water, headset , return airport pick-up service
Types of package(s):
◊ Tour via Tuk tuk: USD12 (small circle), USD15 (big circle), USD70 (outside circle via van)
◊ Tour via air-conditioned van USD30 (small circle), USD35 (big circle), USD70 (outside circle)
Angkor Pass (entrance ticket to all the Angkor temples and monuments in the Siem Reap area)
Click here for more information.
Fee(s):USD40 / 3-days visit per one week validity (photo required)
USD20 / 1 day validity (photo required)
Angkor Village Apsara Theatre Dinner
Menu: Khmer Set
Price: US$27/pax
Time: 19h30 to 21h30
Address: Angkor Village Resort, Phum Traeng, Siem Reap , Kingdom of Cambodia
Tel: 855-63-963561
Fax: 855-63-963363
Mobile: 855-89-555263
Skype: mithuna.tep
e-mail: welcome@angkorvillage.com (Ms. Mithuna TEP)
Website: www.angkorvillage.com
“Travel teaches toleration” – Benjamin Disraeli
Click here for more information.
Fee(s):USD40 / 3-days visit per one week validity (photo required)
USD20 / 1 day validity (photo required)
Angkor Village Apsara Theatre Dinner
Menu: Khmer Set
Price: US$27/pax
Time: 19h30 to 21h30
Address: Angkor Village Resort, Phum Traeng, Siem Reap , Kingdom of Cambodia
Tel: 855-63-963561
Fax: 855-63-963363
Mobile: 855-89-555263
Skype: mithuna.tep
e-mail: welcome@angkorvillage.com (Ms. Mithuna TEP)
Website: www.angkorvillage.com
“Travel teaches toleration” – Benjamin Disraeli
Note: All entrance / transportation fees and accommodation rates/charges listed on this post are based on our (chengywong.blogspot.com) travel dates (2015) and therefore subject to change(s). ©chengywong.blogspot.com is not responsible for content on external web sites.
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