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Angkor Wat Helicopter Tour with Khmer Lunch

From$899
6 hours – 7 hours
Siem Reap, Cambodia

About this activity

Experience Angkor Wat from the sky with a helicopter tour, guided exploration of the temple, and a traditional Khmer lunch.

Highlights

  • Aerial views of Angkor Wat
  • Explore ancient temple complex
  • Learn about Khmer history
  • Enjoy traditional Khmer cuisine
  • Experience a thrilling helicopter ride

Full description

Soar above the majestic Angkor Wat on a thrilling helicopter ride, offering panoramic views of Cambodia's most iconic temple. Upon landing, embark on a guided tour through the ancient temple complex, delving into its rich history and architectural marvels. After the tour, savor a delectable traditional Khmer lunch, immersing yourself in the local culture. This unique experience combines adventure, history, and cuisine, providing a comprehensive and unforgettable journey through one of the world's most revered UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Included / Excluded

  • Helicopter ride over Angkor Wat
  • Guided tour of Angkor Wat
  • Traditional Khmer lunch
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

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Today, your guide start to pickup from your hotel at 8 am and transfer to the Siem Reap Military Airport to experience the beauty of Angkor Wat and other temples in the national park as you cruise high above during a thrilling helicopter ride over this UNESCO World Heritage listed site. You’ll get an aerial view during the 20-minute shared flight over this archaeological park, then see the ruins up close in this helicopter flight for having an introduction of Angkor.

Duration: 20 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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After flight, we will start an overland tour to Angkor Wat was built between 1113-1150 AD. and dedicated to Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation. It's the best preserved of all the temples. Its layout and its scale are simply breathtaking, the wall surrounding the enclosure measures 1,000 by 800 meters and the moat, said to represent the oceans of the world is 200 meters wide. Angkor Wat is an architectural allegory of the mythical Mount Meru in the center of the world (Himalaya). This amazing temple homes the longest continuous bas relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls.

Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: YES
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We also explore the Angkor Thom complex. Its vast walls, some 6m wide, 8m high and 13km in length contain many monuments. Inside the walls the king, his relatives and officials, military officers and priests took residence, the rest of the people lived outside of the great enclosure, between the two artificial lakes. Our visit will begin with the South Gate, a beautiful introduction to Angkor Thom with well-restored statues of Asuras (demons) and gods lining the bridge. Inside the complex, we will first visit the Bayon with 200 endless smiling faces. This temple mountain situated in the center of Angkor Thom City where sets the Bayon apart from many other Angkor monuments and we will continue to the Elephant Terrace, which owes its name to its outstanding depiction of these animals and the Terrace of Leper King, which presents a magnificent sculpture, popularly known as the leper king

Duration: 1h 20mAdmission: YES
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We continue the tour to Ta Phrom was a monastery built by the king Jayavarman VII as a residence for his mother as well as a school. Ta Phrom has been controversially left to the destructive power of the jungle by French archaeologists to demonstrate the awesome power of nature. It has been largely consumed by the jungle and as you will climb through the dilapidated stone structures you will see many giant trees growing out of the top of the temple itself. At every turn you will expect to see Indiana Jones (Lara Croft) step out from behind a fallen pillar around you.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES
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This tour concludes with return transfer to your hotel or any requested drop off point within the city center.

Duration: 25 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

Important information

Know before you book

  • Confirm the availability of the tour on your preferred date and time.
  • Check the weather forecast for the day of the tour, as flights may be subject to weather conditions.
  • Be aware of the tour's cancellation policy and any associated fees.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable clothing and sturdy footwear suitable for walking and the helicopter ride.
  • Bring a valid ID or passport for identification purposes.
  • Ensure you have a camera to capture the breathtaking aerial views and temple details.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Good to know

  • ACCEPTANCE OF PILOT AND CREW INSTRUCTIONS
  • Children must be accompanied during the flight by parent, guardian or a person responsible for them
  • Children under 3 years old - traveling on adult's lap free of charge
  • Helicopter flight take place in acceptable weather conditions. Should the weather change adversely before the flight, or maybe likely to change during the course of the flight, we reserve the right to terminate the flight and return to base or land at the nearest convenient
  • INSURANCE
  • OPERATIONAL LIMITATIONS
  • Passengers must, at all times, obey the specific instructions of the pilot or crew since these, inevitably, concern flight safety or the general enjoyment of the flight for all passengers. The pilot has absolute authority and responsibility for the flight and will refuse to flight any person who appears unfit to flight or maybe likely to be a risk to the safety or enjoyment of the flight by other passengers.
  • Sometimes, there may be occasions beyond our control which result in flight being postponed or cancelled. In this circumstances we will refund the flight fees.
  • WEATHER CONDITION
  • We carry the appropriate regulatory insurance in respect of any liability we may incur for loss or damage to property or death or injury of any person arising out of an during the course of our flight and general business operations. We will gladly further details upon request.
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Very versatile Guide-Mr. Sokvichet chin

Mr. Sokvichet chin is an out standing guide. He is very proficient with the archeological understanding. He is also an amazing photographer. He took some amazing shots at the locations which are not very evident for the travelers. He is very flexible and very pleasant to travel with. He is very good with proactively anticipating the customers needs. He goes above and beyond. I strongly recommend him to my fellow travelers.

Eapen GDec 31, 2017TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

ACCEPTANCE OF PILOT AND CREW INSTRUCTIONS Children must be accompanied during the flight by parent, guardian or a person responsible for them Children under 3 years old - traveling on adult's lap free of charge Helicopter flight take place in acceptable weather conditions. Should the weather change adversely before the flight, or maybe likely to change during the course of the flight, we reserve the right to terminate the flight and return to base or land at the nearest convenient INSURANCE OPERATIONAL LIMITATIONS Passengers must, at all times, obey the specific instructions of the pilot or crew since these, inevitably, concern flight safety or the general enjoyment of the flight for all passengers. The pilot has absolute authority and responsibility for the flight and will refuse to flight any person who appears unfit to flight or maybe likely to be a risk to the safety or enjoyment of the flight by other passengers. Sometimes, there may be occasions beyond our control which result in flight being postponed or cancelled. In this circumstances we will refund the flight fees. WEATHER CONDITION We carry the appropriate regulatory insurance in respect of any liability we may incur for loss or damage to property or death or injury of any person arising out of an during the course of our flight and general business operations. We will gladly further details upon request. location.
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