Escape from the busy Siem Reap visiting the nearby Banteay Menchay province, visit lesser known remote temples. Banteay Chhmar, XIIIth century architectural marvel and nearby historical places, discover life in the Cambodian countryside, enjoy a night in a local homestay.
Difficulty
Easy, adapted to children from 10 years old
Guides available
English, French and Spanish (or other upon request)
Program of this day trip
Day 1 :
7am : Departure by private car to the province of Banteay Menchaey to discover forgotten and unknown temples in a preserved environment.
Upon your arrival, welcome by a member of the community and settle in at the homestay, hosted by a local inhabitant.
Guided tour of the Bantaey Chhmar temple, a 13th century gem.
Local lunch at the community center.
In the afternoon, tour of the village in a Koyon (local tractor) until sunset.
Private dinner in the timeless setting of Banteay Chhmar temple with traditional music nearby.
Overnight : homestay.

Day 2 :
The next morning, after breakfast, accompanied by a guide, bike tour to 2 other mysterious nearby temples.
Lunch near the baray (large body of water from the Angkorian period).
Departure to visit the Soieries du Mékong workshops , a social enterprise specialized in silk weaving (except weekends and public holidays).
Return to Siem Reap in the afternoon by private car.
Pricing
Participants | 1 | 2-3 | 4-5 | 6-7 | 8-9 |
With English speaking guide | 295 $ | 240 $ | 180 $ | 150 $ | 135 $ |
*Fare in US Dollars and per guest.
Included :
- English speaking guide
- Private transport
- Entrance ticket(s)
- Meals: lunch and dinner on Day 1, breakfast and lunch on Day 2
- Water bottle
- Refreshing towels
Not included :
- Beverages (except otherwise)
- Travel insurance (mandatory)
- Any personal expenses and tips