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Cruising in faraway destinations such as Southeast Asia encourages consideration to pre- and post-cruise options. These opening acts and encores to the main event range from basic hotel stays to more spectacular, engaging adventures.
This is the largest religious monument in the world and is rapidly ascending to the top of must-see lists. Construction began as far back as the 12th century and was originally conceived as a Hindu temple, gradually transforming into a Buddhist temple. The logistics of such an operation are mind blowing, consuming the labor of thousands. According to inscriptions, the construction of Angkor Wat involved 300,000 workers and 6,000 elephants.
Establishing itself as such a fascinating site comes with the baggage of tourist crowds, but using a private guide offers the advantage of secret entrances, remote temples and the knowledge of when to visit specific temples to avoid the crowds. High season runs from September to January and although the heat rises considerably in off-season, prices and lower tourist density is well worth it.
Several river cruise companies include Siem Reap as a port of call, but in the dry season, river navigation becomes a problem, so it may be necessary to add this destination as a pre- or post-option. Whatever plans you make, be sure to include a minimum of two or three nights in Siem Reap.
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