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The Least Traveled Paths - Preah Vihear Day Trip

This full day trip explores the incredible Preah Vihear temple, which staddles the Cambodian and Thai border. As you journey from Siem Reap to Preah Vihear province you pass through typical Cambodian countryside allowing a chance to learn more about the way of life in these farming villages. We explore the incredible monument and learn both about the temples ancient and more recent history.

Preah Vihear
7.00am	We depart from Siem Reap at 7am in a private vehicle for the journey to Preah Vihear. This trip takes around 3 hours and travels through the Cambodian countryside. Along the way you will see farmers tending the fields, buffalo and village life. The countryside offers great opportunities for capturing some village life photos and stops along the way to take pictures are possible.
10.00am	Arrive at Preah Vihear.
	We stop just short of the temple at a Buddhist Pagoda providing the opportunity to visit the Pagoda and learn about the monks way of life. We then travel by foot to Preah Vihear which sits at the top of the Dangrek Mountains.
	Preah Vihear is known as the Temple Mountain which was built at the beginning of the 10th century as a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. The temple had further works added to it by the following three kings. The temple today is still a Hindu site, but Buddhist Monks pray at the temple to the Gods.
	The temple area consists of three stories surronded by two galleries. Your guide will lead you through the temple area explaining the sites ancient and recent history. The temple was declared a Word Heritage UNESCO site in 2008.
Lunch 12.30pm	Enjoy a picnic lunch in shaded area near the temple
1.30pm	Depart for the trip back to Siem Reap. On the way back we stop at Analong Veng the last stronghold of the Khmer Rouge. Analong Veng was home to some of the Democratic Kampuchea (DK) leaders including Ta Mok and Pol Pot. This location serves a good spot to spend a little time learning about Cambodias tragic recent history. We visit Ta Mok's house and Pol Pot's infamous grave site.
5.00pm	Return to Siem Reap town

Preah Vihear Day Trip

•Prices are for a private trip
•These rates are based on an English speaking guide
•Rates include all transport, water and a picnic lunch
•Children 11 years and under are 50%
•Children 4 years and below are free
•If your group is larger than 5 people please email us for the best rate