3 Days of Angkor Spirits

Begin your journey at Angkor Wat, Cambodia’s most iconic temple and one of the greatest architectural achievements of the Khmer Empire. Admire its magnificent architecture, intricate carvings, and fascinating history before continuing to the South Gate of Angkor Thom, where impressive stone faces welcome you to the ancient royal city. Next, explore Chau Say Tevoda Temple and Ta Nei Temple, peaceful ancient sanctuaries surrounded by lush greenery. Continue to Ta Prohm Temple, famous for its enormous tree roots intertwined with ancient stone walls, and finish your journey at Banteay Kdei Temple, a serene Buddhist sanctuary rich in history and spiritual atmosphere.

Next, visit a less-touristy local market to see how residents’ shop for fresh vegetables, meat, fruit, and Cambodian ingredients. Then, take part in a Khmer cooking class. Visit a local market, learn about Khmer ingredients, and prepare traditional Cambodian dishes.

Crocodile farms in Siem Reap offer visitors an opportunity to learn about crocodiles, their behavior, breeding, and their role in Cambodia’s traditional livelihoods. A visit can be an interesting addition to a cultural or countryside tour, especially for travelers interested in wildlife and local life.

This family-run crocodile farm has operated since 1983 and focuses on breeding crocodiles, including the Siamese crocodile, a critically endangered species. Visitors can learn about crocodile breeding, incubation, feeding, and daily care from the farm's owner or family members.

You will also have the opportunity to learn about traditional Khmer culture and eight martial arts call in Khmer (Tvier Pram Bey), an ancient Cambodian martial arts tradition. Discover traditional fighting techniques involving long and short weapons, including knives, swords, spears, axes, and Khmer-style swords and shields. Learn about the historical significance of these martial arts and their connections to Cambodia’s warrior traditions during the Angkorian era.

After this cultural experience, enjoy a relaxing massage provided by visually impaired massage practitioners. By choosing this experience, you can support their livelihoods, promote inclusive employment, and contribute to the local community while experiencing another meaningful aspect of Cambodian hospitality.

Explore the ancient Roluos Group, one of the earliest important temple complexes of the Khmer Empire, dating back to the 9th century. Visit Preah Ko, Bakong, and Lolei to admire their ancient brick towers, impressive temple architecture, and sacred carvings. Learn about early Khmer civilization, religious beliefs, and the architectural foundations that later shaped the magnificent temples of Angkor.

Leave the ancient temples behind and travel into the peaceful Cambodian countryside for a traditional ox-cart ride. Sit back on a wooden cart pulled by a pair of oxen and experience a slower, more traditional way of traveling through rural Cambodia.This experience also offers an opportunity to meet local villagers, learn about their daily lives, and exchange stories and experiences. By taking part in a locally organized ox-cart ride, you can help support the livelihoods of rural families and appreciate an important part of Cambodia’s traditional heritage.

Finally, During your visit, observe traditional wooden houses raised high above the ground, local fishing boats, and the everyday activities of families who depend on the lake for their livelihoods. Depending on the season and water conditions, you may also enjoy a small-boat excursion through the beautiful flooded mangrove forest.