Killing Fields Siem Reap

Experience the most notable sites of Cambodia with this 2 day tour of both Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat Archeological Park in Siem Reap. The tour can start in either place, Phnom Penh OR Siem Reap and includes one way travel between cities. If you would like to travel back to your start location, this can be done for an extra fee of $70. This outline is the tour starting in Phnom Penh on day one and ending in Siem Reap on day two but can be swapped to Angkor Wat on day one, travel to and stay overnight in Phnom Penh ready to start day two. Your pickup location will identify which location you would like to start, or just communicate to the tour provider after booking. Day One: Start with pick-up from your hotel in Phnom Penh, either check out and put your luggage directly in the car or return to your hotel briefly prior to leaving for Siem Reap to pick it up. Commence the day in Phnom Penh by learning about the darker history of the Khmer Rouge at the Genocide Museum (S21) followed by a visit to the Killing Fields. Have lunch before visiting a number of notable highlights back in the city centre. Learn how Phnom Penh got its name at Wat Phnom, take an optional visit to the most important temple in Phnom Penh, Wat Ounalom and walk the city park strip to see the impressive Independence Monument and King Sihanouk Statue before heading out of Phnom Penh to Siem Reap. Stay overnight in Siem Reap ready to commence day 2. Day Two: Start Day two early at approximately 5am for sunrise at Angkor Wat or take a more relaxed approach and start a little later. Purchase the Angkor Park Pass on the way in the morning, no matter the time, and be at Angkor Wat for sunrise if you choose this option. Take as much time as you need exploring Angkor Wat, followed by Angkor Thom City, Bayon Temple, Terrace of the Elephants and Leper King, Ta Phrom Temple (Tomb Raider Temple) and Banteay Kdei, all within the Angkor Park Archeological Complex. Be returned back to your hotel in Siem Reap on conclusion.

You will pick up from your hotel to our bike shop and then set up with a bicycle by the guide. Listen to a brief tour introduction before setting out, and take a quick ride through the backstreets of Siem Reap. Your first stop is a unique and genuine thing to do in Siem Reap. You will have the opportunity to learn how to use a pottery wheel and Khmer carving tools to create Cambodian ceramics. You will be guided by a professional local artist who will demonstrate how to make beautiful Cambodian pieces. We will then visit the Wat Thmey Killing Field Memorial, which serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed in Cambodia from 1975 to 1979. During your tour, your guide will provide you with information on the history of the Khmer Rouge regime. We will have a break for coffee or coconut before visiting the Theam’s Gallery, the most unexpected hidden gem in Siem Reap. There, you will explore the elegant house museum displaying Cambodian artist’s paintings and sculptures, plus a tranquil garden. Continue our ride to the Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm Shrines. The small enclosed temple is located next to The Royal Independence Gardens where the shrine is also situated. Get ready to dive into the captivating history of Siem Reap! Afterward, we will bike through Pub Street lane to Phsar Chas, the oldest Khmer market in Siem Reap, where we can experience the local way of life. You can expect to get back around 12:30 pm.

Your first stop, you will ride on the back of Vespa through Pub Street lane to Phsar Chas, the oldest Khmer market in Siem Reap, where we can experience the local way of life and taste some local fresh fruits also desserts. Next, we stop at the Khmer Ceramics & Fine Arts Centre is a unique and genuine thing to do in Siem Reap. You will have the opportunity to learn how to use a pottery wheel and Khmer carving tools to create Cambodian ceramics. You will be guided by a professional local artist who will demonstrate how to make beautiful Cambodian pieces. Then, we will visit the Wat Thmey Killing Field Memorial, which serves as a reminder of the atrocities committed in Cambodia from 1975 to 1979. During your tour, your guide will provide you with information on the history of the Khmer Rouge regime. Afterward, you will have a break for coffee or coconut before visiting Theam’s Gallery, the most unexpected hidden gem in Siem Reap. There, you will explore the elegant house museum displaying Cambodian artist’s paintings and sculptures, plus a tranquil garden. We will continue to visit Preah Ang Chek Preah Ang Chorm Shrines. The small enclosed temple is located next to The Royal Independence Gardens where the shrine is also situated. Get ready to dive into the captivating history of Siem Reap. You can expect to get back around 12:30 pm.

Step into the enchanting streets of Siem Reap on our guided Segway tour. Glide effortlessly past the city's most iconic landmarks, soaking in its rich history and vibrant culture. Led by our knowledgeable guide, you'll uncover hidden treasures and hear fascinating anecdotes that bring Siem Reap's past to life. Learn about the city's ancient temples, bustling markets, and vibrant neighborhoods as you explore its dynamic streetscape. From the Royal Residence to the serene Wat Preah Enkosey Monastery, our tour takes you on a journey through Siem Reap's past and present. Enjoy a tasting of local coffee at Moto Coffee and send a postcard from the Siem Reap post office before cruising through the bustling old market and Pub Street area. Join us for an intimate and unique Segway experience that offers a fresh perspective of Siem Reap's beauty and heritage!

Begin your day with the serene ambiance of this historic temple. Explore its architecture and learn about its significance. Next, you head to Artisans Angkor, a semi-public company originally created to help young Cambodian people find work near their home village in Siem Reap province. This is a fantastic place to witness traditional Cambodian craftsmanship, including silk weaving and stone carving. Continue your visit to Angkor Green Gardens and enjoy the natural beauty and perhaps have a relaxing stroll in these lush gardens. Next, you will visit The War Museum Cambodia. Civil War Museum, Siem Reap is one of the popular tourist attractions in Siem Reap. Visit this sightseeing spot to get a better insight into the history of the region. Continue to Wat Thmey (Killing Fields). At the pagoda Wat Thmey in Siem Reap you will find a small memorial sputa which contains the skulls and bones of victims killed during the regime of the Khmer Rouge during 1975–1979. After lunch at your own cost you will proceed to visit Psar Chas to the Old Market. Bustling with energy and activity, Siem Reap’s Old Market is teeming with souvenir shops, pubs, bars, and restaurants catering to backpackers and tourists. Next you will visit Wat Bo Temple. Wat Bo is one of the oldest pagodas in Siem Reap, Cambodia and has a number of well-preserved wall paintings from the 19th century. At approximately 17:00, you'll arrive back at your hotel in Siem Reap city area where the tour will end.