Trek Angkor Temples 2010 Summer Promotin

Siem Reap - Phnom Bok Camp - Banteay Srey Camp - Angkor - Siem Reap
5-day tour with 3-day trek
Trekking grade: Moderate
Group size: 12 persons
From US$ 456 per person

2010 summer Promotion :
Validity: 1May – 30Sep, 2010
Enjoy great adventures in Cambodia with ATA Blazing Hot Summer Promotion.
- Free-of-charge Visa-on-arrival fee for any package tour
- 01 Foot massage in Siem Riep or Phnom Penh for any Trekking & Biking tour
- Welcome Dinner in Siem Riep or Phnom Penh for group from 6 persons
- 5% discount on any pre or post trip to Vietnam or Laos


A spectacular new trek exploring impressive temple ruins “off the beaten track” of the main Angkor Temple complex. Visit the earliest permanent temples built by the Khmers. Stumble upon relics and remains of Cambodia's recent past. Trekking through forests and villages and even swimming in waterfalls.


Day 1: Arrival Siem Reap

You arrive in Siem Reap, the gateway the World Heritage Site of Cambodia - Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is located 7 km south of Siem Reap. Meet our guide at the airport and transfer to the hotel for check-in.

The afternoon you are free to explore the markets and Pagoda’s around town and get a better look what Cambodian life is all about. Dinner in local restaurant with Khmer cuisine. We will have a tour briefing before dinner. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Summary
Transfer airport – hotel: 20 mins
Meal: Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Siem Riep

Day 2: Siem Reap – Phnom Bok Camp

After our breakfast we depart for a long and interesting trek to Rolous group. Rolous is a temple group that date back in the 8th century. The three main temples are Lolei, Preah Ko and Bakong.

After our exploration we head to Wat Lohok which we will explore and where we will enjoy a break and a snack. The continuing trek leads us through small rural villages and over sand paths to our final destination of the day; Phnom Bok Camp. Our camp is set up for you already and you have some time to catch a breath before we take of for a climb up 640 steps to the ruin of Phnom Bok. On top of Phnom Bok we will enjoy sunset and a magnificent view over the plains below. Dinner and overnight at campsite.

Summary
Trekking: 30 km, easy terrain
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 3: Phnom Bok – Banteay Srey Camp

After breakfast at campsite we head to Banteay Srey, the best preserved temple in Cambodia, which offers stunning base relief and other stone carvings. The temple is only small in size but of huge significance in understanding the Angkorian Era.
Lunch on the way. After lunch we continue to Wat Lor. The road to these temples passes pretty countryside and it’s a true relaxing experience.

Our catering team awaits you at camp and supplies you with some excellent food. The friendly and curious locals will not stay away too long. Dinner and overnight at the campsite.

Summary
Trekking: 30 km, easy terrain
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 4: Banteay Srey Camp – Angkor Wat – Siem Reap

After breakfast at camp we transfer a bit to the starting point of our trek towards Angkor Wat, one of the most impressive religious monuments in the world and represents the Khmer heritage. It’s stunning base relief, massive towers and huge entrance way will simply awe you in every sense.
It’s a very special and relaxing day as you will explore some of Angkor’s most beautiful temples by foot while others are sitting in comfortable air conditioned busses, you will explore Angkor and find yourself “discovering” new temples in the jungle around every corner.

You will visit the former capital Angkor Thom (Bayon, Terrace of the Elephants) and Ta Prohm. Ta Prohm is famous for its massive overgrown trees. It was used as set for the movie Tomb Raider. Late afternoon we cycle to Banteay Kdey and explore this massive complex before we head back to Siem Reap for refreshing ourselves and dinner. Overnight in Siem Reap.

Summary
Trekking: 30 km, easy terrain
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Camping

Day 5: Siem Reap – Home

After breakfast you are free to explore the town of Siem Reap and shopping for souvenirs at the local market known as Psa Chas (Old Market). Transfer to the airport for flight back home. Trip ends.

Summary
Transfer Siem Riep – Airport: 20 mins
Meal: Breakfast