Private Banteay Chhmar, Banteay Toap & Ang Trapaeng Thma Guided Tour
Description
Visit the natural wetlands reserve of Ang Trapeang Thma and see numerous species of bird. Maybe stop for a bite and admire the beauty, or have a swim or a boat ride. Continue to the temple of Banteay Toap and absorb the history and culture. Then move on the the little known Banteay Chhmar complex, with its satellite shrines and reservoir (baray). It comprises one of the most important and least understood archaeological complexes from Cambodia's Angkor period.
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Itinerary
The tour starts at 5:00am. We pickup guests from their hotel. Guests can bring a packed breakfast to eat along the way or we can stop at a restaurant along the way. The same goes for lunch.
After a 104km drive, we arrive at Ang Trapaeng Thma reserve, which is a 129 sq km of protected forest in northwestern Cambodia. This unique wetland ecosystem was set aside to protect the rare eastern sarus crane but is the home of over 200 bird species. Things to do there, include swimming, boat ride, eating and watching the birds.
70km more driving brings us to Banteay Toap temple. Banteay Toap (pronounced Tor-op) 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.
After another 30 minutes driving we reach Banteay Chhmar temple complex. Banteay Chhmar along with its satellite shrines and reservoir (baray), comprises one of the most important and least understood archaeological complexes from Cambodia's Angkor period. It is the 4th largest temple dating from the Angkorian period after Preah Khan (in Kampong Svay), Angkor Thom and Angkor Wat being the largest temple. There are nine satellite temples making up the temple complex.
Settle back in comfort and enjoy the 3 hour drive back to town, arriving back around 5pm.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Ensure you inform us of your hotel details. You should be ready at 7:00am in the hotel lobby. If you have not been picked up by 7:30am, ask your receptionist to call us. Note: if you booked within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up.
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Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- It's a good idea to bring sun-protection and insect repellent
- Due to uneven surfaces, tour is not advised for people with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Dress code is smart and casual. But please respect the ancient religious grounds. Shoulders should be covered, Wear trousers or knee-length pants or skirts. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Please do NOT climb on the ancient monuments
Reviews(2)
I really enjoyed this tour very much because as along the way to temple,I can see many views as local people living views of a nice field.Banteay Chmar is very big temple and second one is Banteay Tap is second biggest temple.I would recommend ed for people who want to see should book through Asia voyage temple is highest responsible.
Thanks
Very nice temple nearby Thailand bored.it is a big temple that not so many people know about.I recommended people to see them and a big bridge.
Thanks you so much.
