Why Wat Bo Matters

Wat Bo is more than a temple; it serves as a spiritual, educational, and cultural center for the local community. It protects and passes down mural painting, religious art, and ritual traditions, while remaining a living space where religion, culture, and daily life come together.

Through this experience, visitors can better understand how Buddhism, artistic expression, and community life are deeply connected in Cambodia today, reflecting the country’s living heritage and continuing cultural identity.

What You Will Experience

During this approximately 2-hour guided cultural walk, you will explore:

• The meaning behind the murals and symbols

• The role of monks and monasteries in Cambodian society

• How religion, education, and culture coexist in daily life

• The history and continuing importance of Wat Bo

• The main temple and its mural paintings

• The monastery grounds, stupas, and crematorium area

• The monks’ school and learning spaces

• Important buildings and community spaces within the pagoda

• Daily life inside an active Buddhist monastery

Along the way, your guide will explain:

There is also time for:

Duration & Pace

• Duration: Approximately 2 hours

• Pace: Relaxed, calm, and educational

• Designed to be immersive, not rushed

• The SSFA is active from 8:00–11:00 AM for arts training

• In the afternoon, students study general education subjects

• For this reason, the tour is available in the morning only

Two Ways to Experience the Tour

Choose how you want to experience the living arts journey.

Group Tour

For individual travelers or small parties who want to join a scheduled tour

• Shared experience with other visitors

• More affordable per person

• Fixed starting times

Group Tour Schedule:

• 8:00–10:00

• 10:00–12:00

• 13:30–15:30

• 15:30–17:30

Please arrive 10–15 minutes early.

Private Tour

For couples, families, friends, or organizations who want their own guide

• Private guide, private pace

• More flexible and personalized

• Suitable for couples, families, companies, and school groups

Private Tour Schedule: Flexible starting time, by arrangement.

Large Groups

For schools, universities, companies, or groups of 10+ people, please contact us in advance so we can arrange:

• Proper number of guides

• Good timing

• Respectful coordination with the monastery

Tour Pricing (Wat Bo Cultural Tour)

All prices are in USD. A deposit is required to confirm any booking.
The remaining balance can be made in cash on the day of the tour.

Group Tour

• 5–10 people: $12 / person

• 11–20 people: $10 / person

• 21+ people: Price on request

Private Tour

Private tours have flexible start times and allow a more personalized experience.

For schools, universities, or organizations:

Educational / Institutional Groups

Group tours are designed to start at fixed times for proper coordination and guide availability.

• 1 person: $50 total

• 2 people: $30 / person

• 3 people: $25 / person

• 4 people: $20 / person

• Custom quotation based on group size and special requests

• Please contact CEC to arrange proper scheduling

Dress Code

As this is a working Buddhist monastery:

• Shoulders and knees should be covered

• No transparent or very short clothing

• Please dress respectfully

Booking & Payment Policy

• Deposit required to confirm booking

• Remaining balance can be paid in cash (in an envelope)

• Late cancellations may result in loss of deposit

• Booking ensures guide and group coordination

Practical Information

• Location: Wat Bo Monastery, Siem Reap

• Available: Every day

• This is an active religious site — respectful behavior and dress are required.

Why Book with CEC?

Cultural Experiences Cambodia (CEC) works closely with artists, educators, and cultural institutions to create respectful, meaningful, and educational experiences.

By joining this tour, you are not only visiting a place —
you are supporting the living culture and heritage of Cambodia.

Tour Times:

• Group tours: Run at fixed daily time slots (see above)

• Private tours: Flexible starting time by arrangement

Book Your Wat Bo Cultural Tour

Thank you for your interest in the Wat Bo Cultural Tour.
Please fill in this form to request your booking. We will confirm availability and deposit instructions within 24 hours.

Phone

+855 12 583 891

Email

info@ceccambodia.com

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