Immersed in Rural Life

Experience rural life in Cambodia with a homestay in Banteay Srei Village. Discover local cuisine, immerse yourself in local culture and explore Angkor ruins on this one-of-a-kind tour

Get a rare glimpse of village life with an immersive Cambodia homestay in the countryside surrounding Banteay Srei. Travel from Siem Reap through enchanting rural landscapes to Preah Dak village, sampling traditional Khmer dishes and delving into local history along the way. Spend a night in a village homestay before exploring the nearby ruins of Banteay Srey – the Citadel of Women – a beautifully preserved Angkor temple dating back to the 10th century. On this short tour, you’ll enjoy a rare, first-hand glimpse at traditional village life in Cambodia. Your experience begins in Siem Reap, where you’ll be met by a private guide before embarking on the scenic drive to Banteay Srey Village, just 35 kilometers to the north. Stop at a village on the way to browse local markets, try the town’s signature noodle dish and visit a local landmine museum. By afternoon, you’ll reach your destination. Here, you’ll check into your homestay and settle in before heading out to explore your scenic surrounds. You’ll travel around the village by ox cart, meeting locals and watching day-to-day life unfold. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a home-cooked dinner of traditional Khmer dishes prepared by your host. On the second day of your Cambodia homestay tour, you’ll enjoy a guided look at the 10th-century Angkor site, the Citadel of Women aka Banteay Srei. Opt for a boat tour on the baray before exploring the site’s impressive pink sandstone bas-reliefs. By afternoon, you’ll return to Siem Reap, concluding your homestay experience.

PLACES VISITED

Siem Reap

ACTIVITIES

> Meet with members of the local community

> Experience village life first-hand

> See stunning countryside from unique perspectives

> Explore Banteay Srei temple with a local expert

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