Banteay Chhmar Temple & Silk Farm Private Day Trip from Siem Reap
Why we love it?
The Banteay Chhmar Temple & Silk Farm Private Day Trip from Siem Reap offers an immersive experience into Cambodia's rich cultural heritage. Over the course of 8 hours and 30 minutes, travelers will explore the majestic ruins of Banteay Chhmar and Banteay Toap temples, known for their intricate carvings and historical significance. This tour is well-suited for history enthusiasts and those interested in traditional crafts, as it also includes a visit to the Angkor Silk Farm, where visitors can learn about the silk-making process. What sets this tour apart is the combination of ancient temple exploration and insights into local craftsmanship, all facilitated by a professional English-speaking guide.
Inclusions
- Pick up & Drop off at your Hotel ( please provide us your hotel name for pick up )
- Professional English Speaking License Tour Guide
- All entrance fees for tours sites
- All private transfer by air conditioning vehicle
- Services charge and current government VAT tax
Exclusions
- All other accounts are not mentioned in the above inclusion
- Tipping for tour guide and driver
Itinerary
Banteay Chhmar Temple
Banteay Chhmar was one of the most extensive architectural undertakings Jayavarman VII built in a politically sensitive region in the final years of his reign. The architecture shows signs of haste in its construction, as do his other temples, and it appears to have been left unfinished. There are clear indications that new architectural forms were still being developed at the site in the course of building. The iconography expresses both Buddhist and Hinduist beliefs, as well as the supremacy of the king, themes that are also represented in his other temples. However the representations of individual deities and their juxtapositions are in many cases unique to Banteay Chhmar.
Banteay Toap Temple
Banteay Toap Temple is a fascinating and interesting temple site. The name is thought to mean ‘Fortress of the Army’ and it was built during the same period as the Banteay Chhmar temple complex. It is believed to have been built as a tribute to the Khmer army for their defeat of the Cham army leading to Khmer control of the region.
Angkor Silk Farm
All stages of the production process can be seen here, from the cultivation of mulberry trees to the nurturing of silkworms to the dyeing and weaving of silk.
West Baray Views Point
A giant reservoir constructed during the Khmer Empire, measuring 8km long by 2.1km wide. Its purpose at the time it was constructed is still not clear, and the original hypothesis, that it was used for irrigation, no longer holds much water.
Svay Romiet Pagoda
The Svay Romiet Pagoda is located directly on the banks of the West Baray. They always go to the pagoda on their ancestor's anniversary or someone's birthday. This is the way to showing high respect even on days that are not the Pchum Ben festival. The festival educates younger people on how they should give respect to their relatives.
Please Note
- We offer free pick up and drop off from hotel located in Siem Reap. If your hotel is not listed please provide us your hotel name for tour pick up
- Special note: for Italian/French/German/Spanish/Russian/Chinese/ speaking guides are available upon request but The surcharge will be applied
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 2 days before start
Non-refundable after 2 days before start
