Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor

Intrepid Travel · 3 days
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor
3 Days
From AUD $1070
Trip Type
Activity Level
Light

Rating

Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor

Cambodia's Secrets of Angkor

Intrepid Travel · 3 days
Duration

3 days

Tour Type

Accommodations

Comfortable

Physical Rating

Light

Guide Language

English

Experience Overview

Uncover the secrets of Cambodia’s mystical Angkor Wat region during three full days of exploration on a five-day Short Break Adventure.

Highlights

  • See the iconic temple complex of Angkor Wat on a dedicated Short Break Adventure – as one of the world’s greatest religious and archaeological sites, Angkor Wat deserves and demands special attention.
  • Explore the lands surrounding Angkor Wat and gain insight into the Cambodian way of life.
  • Take a city tour of Siem Reap with a local guide who knows all the best spots, ancient history facts and local secrets.
  • Discover a way of life dictated by the rhythm of water in the fascinating floating villages of Tonle Sap Lake.
  • Visit the beautiful Ta Prohm temple, which was made famous by the film Tomb Raider, then maybe get your fill of street food with a free night.

Trip Details

Duration

3 days

Transportation

Boat,Private vehicle,Tuk-Tuk (Cambodia Remork)

Tour Type

Guide Language

English

Starts

Angkor Wat / Siem Reap , Cambodia

Finishes

Tonle Sap / Siem Reap, Cambodia

Accommodations

Comfortable

Travel Style

Physical Rating

Light

Itinerary

1
Day 1: Angkor Wat / Siem Reap
Sua s'dei! Welcome to Cambodia. Your Short Break Adventure will begin straight away with a pickup from your hotel at 8 am. You’ll head out on a day tour of Siem Reap, starting with a visit to Angkor Wat temple – easily the most famous and best-preserved of all temples within the Angkor complex. Spend some time wandering this incredible site, then tuck into a Khmer-style lunch at a local restaurant. After, continue to Angkor Thom – with its 54 towers decorated with more than 200 enigmatic smiling faces. Visit the beautiful Ta Prohm temple, which was made famous by the film Tomb Raider. Tonight is free to relax or explore at your own pace. You might like to hit the night markets for some cheap and delicious street food or maybe indulge in a traditional massage.

Included Activities:

  • Siem Reap - Three Day Angkor Pass

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
2
Day 2: Banteay Srei / Siem Reap
Join a friendly local guide this morning some serious temple-hopping, nature appreciation and an in-depth look at local life in Siem Reap. Visit the Banteay Srei Butterfly Centre, where you’ll learn all about the lifecycle of butterflies. The netted tropical enclosure here contains thousands of beautiful, free-flying butterflies and is the largest of its kind in Southeast Asia, and all revenue is re-invested to the local community to help alleviate poverty. Explore the Cambodian Landmine Museum, which was established in 1997 by ex-child soldier Aki Ra. The museum aims to educate visitors on the importance of clearing landmines in Cambodia and supports at-risk Khmer children. Next is the Banteay Srei Temple, then you’ll stop for lunch. Meet the sugar palm community at Preah Dak Village – the biggest sugar palm producer in Siem Reap. Here, you’ll learn how this organic sugar is produced and taste one of their sweet treats. You'll then head back to the Angkor complex to see a few more of the gorgeous temples, ending with Preah Khan Temple – one of the largest complexes at Angkor.

Included Activities:

  • Siem Reap - Tour of Banteay Srei and Preah Khan Temples
  • Siem Reap - Landmine museum
  • Siem Reap - Banteay Srei Butterfly Centre
  • Siem Reap - Three Day Angkor Pass

Accommodation:

  • Hotel (Number of Nights: 1)
3
Day 3: Tonle Sap / Siem Reap
Discover more local secrets as you explore by remork (Cambodian tuk tuk) on a half day tour today. Leaving Siem Reap, travel through the countryside to Tonle Sap Lake – one of the world’s most productive bodies of fresh water. Each year, millions of fish come to spawn in the seasonally flooded forest surrounding the lake, attracting a water birds and people who have settled in villages along the shores. This ecosystem was classified as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO in 1997. Take a boat trip around the lake to see floating villages and get a taste for life ruled by monsoonal rains and water-based agriculture. Take the back roads back to town and witness seasonal agricultural activities like cricket catching, rice planting and harvesting, smoking fish, fish paste (prohoc making), and duck farming. Stop at a local village to pick up Khmer snacks and visit a Buddhist monastery. Your adventure then comes to an end back in in Siem Reap at about 1 pm. No accommodation is included tonight, so if you’d like to extend your stay, just get in touch with your booking agent.

Included Activities:

  • Siem Reap - Chong Kneas Floating Village boat trip
  • Siem Reap - Three Day Angkor Pass
Exclusions
  • Flights to and from origin and destinations
  • Airport transfers (arrival and departure)
  • Anything else not explicitly listed in tour inclusions
  • Recommended gratuities/tipping
  • Optional activities/tours
  • Personal expenses
  • Travel insurance
  • Visas, meals and beverages not stated in the list of inclusions.
Important Information
Meals

When meals are not included, your tour leader (where available) will be happy to help with restaurant recommendations, bookings, and directions. Please let us know if you have any dietary needs or preferences. We willdo our best to accommodate these, though we cannot guarantee that every request can be met.

Luggage

You are responsible for your personal belongings throughout the tour. You will need to carry your own bags between the vehicle and your hotel room. Drivers will assist with loading and unloading luggage from the vehicle.

Mobility

Travellers requiring wheelchair access should contact our sales and service team, who can make enquiries on your behalf.

Fitness Level

This tour requires an Average level of fitness. Activities are paced gently and include leisure time. You may be expected to join guided walks of up to one hour, navigate short stairways and mild inclines, and manage your own luggage. You should also be able to board and exit all transport without assistance.

Travellers are expected to be self-sufficient and capable of handling all aspects of their journey. Please discuss your circumstances and support needs with your booking agent to confirm this trip is suitable.

If you are unsure, we recommend consulting your doctor before booking or travelling. (Note: I assume each tour has a different description depending on level of fitness required).

Sightseeing

If a planned site visit is unavailable due to changes in operating hours or holiday closures, the itinerary may be altered, or a comparable activity will be substituted where possible and subject to availability.

Visas

Visa conditions can change. Once you receive your travel documents, check with the relevant embassy, consulate, or immigration office of your destination for the latest information.

  • It is your responsibility to ensure you have the correct and valid travel documents and to comply with all entry requirements.
  • Non-Australian citizens must also confirm visa and identification requirements with the appropriate consulate or visa agency.
  • Certain occupations (for example, journalists, government officials, or those working in charities) may face additional restrictions when applying for visas, which could affect the type of application required.
Departure Dates & Surcharges: See checkout for live dates and availability.
AUD $1,070
(Tour only)
Per Person Twin Share

Duration: 3 days

Trip Type:

Activity Level: Light

Uncover the secrets of Cambodia’s mystical Angkor Wat region during three full days of exploration on a five-day Short Break Adventure.

Price based on per person in Double Room for departure 25 Sep 2025

Tour Operator

Intrepid Travel is a global adventure travel company, dedicated to providing sustainable, experience-rich travel opportunities. They’ve been the leader in ethical, small-group travel since 1989 - taking people around the world for more than 30 years. They’re the world’s largest travel B Corporation - dedicated to being the best travel company for the world. In 2002, they established The Intrepid Foundation so their travellers could make a lasting impact on the communities they had visited. Although Intrepid Travel absorbs all administrative costs of The Intrepid Foundation, they are separate legal entities, allowing The Intrepid Foundation to grow independently. Intrepid Travel is made up of a collection of tour operator brands and 28 destination management companies all united by one vision: To change the way we all see the world.

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