_{OPTION-1 : Kampong Pluk Tour Tinerary} 

MORNING: At 9:00 AM, your driver will pick you up from your hotel after breakfast and depart for Kampong Phluk Fishing Village, famous for its stilt houses and flooded mangrove forest. Along the way, you will enjoy views of local villages, traditional houses, daily life of local people, small family businesses, local markets, and beautiful landscapes with rice fields.

After about one hour of driving, you will arrive at the boat dock, where you will purchase boat tickets to explore Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake. The boat tour allows you to visit the fishing village, cruise through the flooded mangrove forest, and experience the unique lifestyle of the lake community.

HIGHLIGHT: Kampong Phluk is one of the most authentic fishing villages on Tonle Sap Lake, located about 45 km southeast of Siem Reap. The village is best known for its impressive stilt houses, which rise up to 6–8 meters high to adapt to the seasonal flooding of the lake. Visiting Kampong Phluk offers a deep insight into the traditional lifestyle of local families who depend mainly on fishing and small-scale trading for their daily living. A boat trip through Kampong Phluk allows visitors to explore the floating and stilted houses, local schools, pagodas, and fishing activities. One of the most memorable experiences is cruising through the flooded mangrove forest, especially during the high-water season, where the trees create a peaceful and scenic tunnel. This mangrove forest plays an important role in protecting the ecosystem and supporting fish breeding. Kampong Phluk is less crowded than other Tonle Sap villages, making it ideal for travelers who want a quiet, natural, and culturally rich experience. The tour offers beautiful views of the lake, local wildlife, and daily village life, giving visitors a genuine understanding of how communities live in harmony with the changing water levels of Tonle Sap Lake.

The total tour duration is approximately 3–4 hours, depending on your pace and personal preference.

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2:00 PM – Depart for Siem Reap. The return trip to Siem Reap will take approximately 1 hour. 3:00 PM – Arrive Back in Siem Reap. End your day back in Siem Reap, giving you time to relax or explore the town.

_{OPTION-2 :   Kampong Pluk And Rolous Temples Group Tour Itinerary} 

MORNING: 8:30 AM – Depart from Siem Reap, after breakfast, we will pick you up from your hotel. First, we’ll assist you in purchasing your Angkor pass, and then we’ll begin our tour. Start your day early to avoid the heat. It takes approximately 1hour in total.

9:30 AM – Roluos Temple Group Tour: Discover the ancient temples of the Roluos Group, one of the earliest temple sites of the Khmer Empire:

Discover LOLEI TEMPLE – Duration: 30 minutes

Highlights: Lolei is the smallest of the Roluos Group Temples and was originally an island temple. Though smaller, it still features fine carvings and inscriptions.  The brick towers, inscriptions in ancient Khmer script, and the nearby modern monastery. The active monastery near Lolei offers insight into contemporary Buddhist practices.

Visit PREAH KO – Duration: 30 minutes

Highlights: PREAH KO is one of the three main temples of the Roluos Group, dedicated to Shiva and built in the late 9th century. It features beautifully carved sandstone structures and symbolic depictions of Hindu mythology. Intricate carvings of deities, well-preserved lintels, and the six brick towers. Be sure to check out the detailed carvings on the towers and doorways.

Explore BAKONG TEMPLE –Duration: 1 hour

Highlights: Bakong is the largest and most impressive of the Roluos Group Temples, considered the first major temple mountain of the Khmer Empire. The temple is surrounded by a moat, with multiple tiers leading to the central sanctuary.  The pyramid-shaped structure, a large moat, and stunning views from the top. Climb to the top for a panoramic view of the surroundings. It’s a great spot for photos.

AFTERNOON: Tonle Sap Lake and Kompong Phluk Floating Village Tour

11:00 AM – Departure from Rolous temple group and head towards Tonle Sap Lake, about 20mn drive.

11:20 AM – Arrive at Kampong Phluk. Enjoy a 3-hour boat tour exploring the fishing village and the flooded mangrove forest on Tonlé Sap Lake. During the tour, stop for lunch at a floating restaurant and take time to relax while enjoying scenic views of the lake.

HIGHLIGHT: Kampong Pluk is one of the largest and most authentic floating villages on Tonle Sap Lake. Board a traditional boat and begin your journey through the stilted houses and floating schools that are unique to this region – Immerse yourself in the life of the locals as you glide past fishermen working, children playing, and residents going about their daily routines on the water. Don’t miss the chance to visit the flooded mangrove forests, especially during the wet season when the water levels are high – Continue your journey along Tonle Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake. Learn about the ecological importance of the lake and how it sustains both the people and wildlife in the area. The breathtaking views of the sunset over the lake make for unforgettable memories. 

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4:30 PM – Return to Siem Reap and drop-off at your hotel. The day’s journey combines ancient history with modern-day life, offering a comprehensive insight into Cambodia’s rich cultural and natural heritage.