Step back in time to the earliest period of the Khmer Empire with a visit to the Rolous Group, one of the first major capital cities of Angkor. Located just outside Siem Reap, this historic temple cluster marks the beginning of classical Khmer architecture and offers a peaceful, less crowded experience. Explore ancient brick temples, early stone carvings, and sacred ruins that reveal the foundations of Angkor’s great civilization.
8:00 AM – Hotel Pickup
Meet your local guide at your hotel and begin your journey to the countryside of Siem Reap.
Temples you’ll see:
Preah Ko Temple
Visit one of the oldest temples of the Roluos Group, built in the late 9th century. Admire its beautiful brick towers, ancient carvings, and learn about the early Khmer civilization.
Bakong Temple
Explore the first great temple mountain of the Khmer Empire. Walk around this impressive pyramid-style temple and discover its historical importance as the center of the ancient city.
Lolei Temple
Visit this charming temple built on an island of an ancient reservoir. Learn about its unique inscriptions and the stories behind its construction.
Local Village & Countryside Experience
Enjoy a relaxing drive through local villages, rice fields, and experience the peaceful daily life of Cambodian communities.
Return to Hotel
Finish your Roluos Group discovery tour and return to your hotel.
Explore the birthplace of the Angkor civilization and uncover the origins of Khmer architecture on this peaceful journey to the historic Rolous Group.
Discover one of Cambodia’s most spectacular UNESCO World Heritage sites — Preah Vihear Temple, dramatically located on top of a 525-meter cliff along the Cambodia–Thailand border. This remote temple offers breathtaking views, powerful Khmer history, and one of the most unforgettable landscapes in the country.
Venture beyond the main temples and discover the hidden treasures of Angkor’s Grand Circuit. This journey takes you through magnificent temple complexes, peaceful jungle surroundings, and impressive ancient monuments that showcase the architectural brilliance of the Khmer Empire. Accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide, you’ll uncover fascinating stories, rich history, and remarkable craftsmanship while exploring some of Angkor’s most captivating sites.
Experience the unique way of life on Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake. Journey to Kampong Plouk, one of the most authentic floating communities on the Tonle Sap Lake, where local families live in towering stilt houses adapted to the lake’s dramatic seasonal changes. Cruise through the village by boat, explore the enchanting flooded mangrove forest during the wet season, and witness the daily lives of local fishermen. For afternoon departures, enjoy a breathtaking sunset over the vast waters of Tonle Sap before returning to Siem Reap