Walk in the footsteps of tenth-century Khmer kings at Koh Ker, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then step amongst the almost-forgotten ruins of Beng Mealea.

The majority of travellers to Siem Reap come to explore the ancient temples of Angkor. A great way to relax after several days of temple exploration is with a round of golf under the sun on an international-standard golf course.

The Tonle Sap Lake is the largest freshwater lake in South-East Asia. This huge body of water stretches for 250 km – making it seem like an inland sea.

Cambodia’s capital has seen its fair share of turbulence in the past under the rulings of the Khmer Rouge; large parts of Phnom Penh were severely damaged, and parts of the city have been undergoing major reconstruction work.

Both hidden behind curtains of green or reaching for the skies, passing the canopy of its jungle landscape, the protected ruins of Angkor unveil something majestic, unbeknownst to those who have not set foot within its parameters.

In true Cambodian fashion, we are embedding the fun transportation element with the historical magnificence of what is peaking on many bucket lists when Angkor is on your travel itinerary.

In search of a more leisurely way to see what lies beyond the Angkor temples? Siem Reap’s landscape, dotted with reminders of the great Kingdom that once was seen as the centre of the universe, has long been overshadowed by the popularity of its temple grandeur…and for reasons unknown.

Just like the vastness of the Angkor empire, Tonle Sap certainly does not stat behind when seeking hidden corners, unique views, and trying to catch some of the documented sights and sounds of fascinating Siem Reap.

An eventful day at the Angkor temples does not have to end at your hotel or heading over to Siem Reap’s Pub Street for a bite to eat and a drink.

Surrounding Siem Reap are often temple ruins, left aside to focus on the landmarks that make Angkor such an attraction. These off-the-chart ruins have played a crucial part in the development of the Khmer Empire.