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Banteay Srei and Big Tour from Siem Reap

From$52
6 hours – 7 hours
Siem Reap, Cambodia

About this activity

Discover Cambodia's rich history and architecture on a guided tour of Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm, including the intricate Banteay Srei Temple.

Highlights

  • Explore the intricate carvings of Banteay Srei Temple
  • Visit the majestic Angkor Wat, a UNESCO World Heritage site
  • Discover the Bayon Temple's enigmatic stone faces
  • Wander through the ancient city of Angkor Thom
  • Experience the serene Ta Prohm Temple, embraced by nature

Full description

Dive into Cambodia's rich history and architecture on this comprehensive tour from Siem Reap. Begin with the intricate carvings of Banteay Srei Temple, often referred to as the 'Citadel of Women.' Then, explore the grandeur of Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument, and the enigmatic Bayon Temple with its 200+ stone faces. Wander through the ancient city of Angkor Thom, and experience the serene Ta Prohm Temple, where nature intertwines with history. This tour offers a captivating glimpse into Cambodia's ancient wonders, all with the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off, air-conditioned transportation, and an English-speaking guide.

Included / Excluded

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking tour guide
  • Bottled water
  • Meals and drinks not specified in the itinerary
  • Personal expenses

Itinerary

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Today, you will join a group tour and your guide start to pick up from a few different hotels, so the pickup time is variable between 7:40am to 8:20am, so guests are advised to wait in the hotel lobby and ready to go as soon as your guide arrives and we will stop at the National Park ticket office for you to buy entrance ticket for those who do not have one yet. 1 Day ticket per person.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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We will start this day with driving 35km north of Siem Reap to the magnificent Banteay Srei temple - the Citadel of women. This is a small Hindu temple, dating back to the 10th century, has three central towers each decorated with superbly intricate reliefs of male and female divinities, carved from pink sandstone contrasting with the main walls made of laterite. While many of Angkor temples are impressive because of their sheer size, Banteay Srei stands out by the quality of craftsmanship on pinkish sandstone. On the way back, we will drive through many local villages including Preah Dak Village. It is a famous and popular place for souvenirs such as objects and arts. Visitors can discover beautiful places and natural life mixed with souvenirs shops with most things are handmade by villagers from surrounding Angkor National Park.

Duration: 3 hoursAdmission: NO
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Afternoon, we continue to visit the East Mebon, a temple with five towers standing on small island in the middle of the artificial lake of the Easter Baray (7 km by 1.8 km), the East Mebon was formerly only accessible by boat. Today, the Baray, once a source of water for irrigation fed by the Siem Reap River, is dry and the temple stands now in a plain of rice fields.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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Our next stop will be Prasat Neak Pean, the 12th century temple. It is a small temple with a collection of five ponds representing the paradisiacal Himalayan mountain-lake Anaavatapta from Hindu mythology.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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We will also visit Preah Khan, a labyrinth of pavilions, halls and chapels in a vast area encloses by four walls before heading back to town. Preah Khan was built by King Jayavarman VII at the end of 12th century. • This tour concludes with return transfer to your hotel or any requested drop off point within the city center. • Lunch break at the local restaurants in the National Park during lunch time on own account.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO

Important information

Know before you book

  • This tour involves significant walking; ensure you're comfortable with physical activity.
  • Entrance fees to temples are included; however, donations are appreciated.
  • Be respectful of local customs and dress modestly when visiting temples.

Know before you go

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
  • Bring a hat, sunscreen, and insect repellent for sun protection.
  • Carry a camera to capture the stunning architecture and landscapes.

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

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Variable group size depends on bookings of the day
  • Long pants or knee-length skirts/dresses are required for visiting the temples
  • 1 day entrance ticket is required and it cost 37 USD (we stop at the ticket office on the pay to the park for those who do not have it yet)

Traveler reviews

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Amazing tour with Nak!!!

We did a tour with Nak and he was absolutely fantastic! He explained so many things with great detail and passion, making everything easy to understand and really interesting. On top of being extremely knowledgeable, he was also a lot of fun — the time flew by and we enjoyed every minute. Highly recommended!

albertogiarolaDec 9, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Banteay Srei

I really enjoyed my tour to Banteay Srei and the big circuit. San was a very knowledgeable guide and I learned a lot. This was my second tour with Green Era and I absolutely would use them again.

CMHtownNov 16, 2025TRIPADVISOR

Banteay Srei and Big Tour from Siem Reap

This was a great experience and I would highly recommend it. Our tour guide San was the best of all the Viator guides I have ever had and I’ve been on a many many Viators. San teaches at the local university teaching history, mythology and Asian religions, so, the best background you could ask for!

Kenneth_ROct 20, 2025VIATOR

Greenera and Nak are always on top.

Reunion with Nak after little trading with Vibol de Greenera. To see Beng Mealea (the jungle book), Bantey Srei (the beautiful pink sandstone of Malraux the rascal, Bantey Samré and Preah Khan. Very few people, dream visit conditions, especially in Beng Mealea which is really worth it despite the distance.

gloupsiNov 28, 2022TRIPADVISOR

Superb visit of temples with Nak today. He knows and tells with pleasure all the mythology! Perfect.

Very nice day well organized and with incredible visits like Beng mealea with the mythological stories of Nak and the sound of jungle birds thank you very much

Navigator49565279436Nov 28, 2022TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

Children must be accompanied by an adult Variable group size depends on bookings of the day Long pants or knee-length skirts/dresses are required for visiting the temples 1 day entrance ticket is required and it cost 37 USD (we stop at the ticket office on the pay to the park for those who do not have it yet)
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