The Pre-Angkor Temples near Phnom Penh

11 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

Pre-Angkor has had just an influence in the creation when Angkor itself rose from the grounds up. Phnom Penh is an ideal starting point to explore Cambodia’s most precious representation of this era in the form of Tonle Bati, Phnom Da and Phnom Chisor.
• Get amazing 360-degree views on top Phnom Chisor
• Explore the fabulous site of Ta Phrom and Tonle Bati
• Wander through the pre-Angkorian ruins at Phnom Chisor
• Gain an insight in the sheer size of the Angkor empire
• Return transfers from and to your hotel are included

What's Included

Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle with professional driver
Lunch at a local restaurant (food only)
All applicable taxes and service charges
A Full-day tour with a professional English-speaking guide.
All entrance fees for visits as mentioned in the description.
Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities
Supplements for transfers for customers arriving or departing outside the general area
Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Hotel pickup is available from most centrally located Phnom Penh hotel, Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions.

Itinerary

Duration: 11 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Tonle Bati

    Depart Phnom Pen early in the morning and follow the main roads in southern direction. The first stop is made at Tonle Bati, a small lake and home to the 12th Century temple of Ta Prohm. Ta Prohm was built by Jayavarman VII the same king who built Bayon in Angkor Thom City. Although small in size it is a beautiful temple with some well-preserved Apsara bas reliefs and other carvings. The temple is surrounded by trees and native flowers and is close to Tonle Bati, which is a favourite weekend picnic place for Cambodians, especially from Phnom Penh.

    1 hour Admission ticket included
  • 2

    During this morning venture, continue to Takeo where you will have lunch at a local restaurant.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    After a break, you will take the boat to Phnom Da hill, a dilapidated temple constructed on a small mountain. It was built in the 6th century by the King Rut Trak Varman. A French historian, Mi Bri No said that the temple is made of laterite stone and is considered one of the most historical places in Cambodia. Lunch is included en route at a local restaurant.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 4

    On the way back to Phnom Penh, take a visit to Phnom Chisor (Chisor Mountain) home to some nicely preserved 10th - 11th-century Angkorian era ruins. This Hinduism temple was constructed under King Suryavarman I during a period when the Khmer Empire was nearing its apex. The 503 steps to the temple on top of the hill make for a vigorous climb, but the quality of the ruins and the unmissable view of the countryside make it the effort worthwhile. Return to Phnom Penh in the late afternoon and expect to be back in the hotel around 6 pm.

    2 hours Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply
  • Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside Phnom Penh. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside this area such as Koh Dach, Tonle Bati, and Oudong, any of the river and cruise ferry terminals and Phnom Penh International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to join this excursion outside one of these regions
  • To avoid any issues pertaining obtaining an arrival visa at the airport, please ensure that your passport contains at least two empty pages. Failure to do so may result in not gaining entrance into the Kingdom of Cambodia
  • To respect local customs and respecting the religious sites and temples on this tour, it is customary for guests to take off their shoes before allowed entrance. Your guide will inform you in advance for which of these sites this is applicable
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