Private Tour
Buddhist Monastery with Monks Water Blessing
Overview
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Water blessings are a traditional Cambodian practice that date back to ancient times. Before taking the blessing we’ll visit the monastery where the Buddhist monk doing the chanting and learn more about Buddhism in Cambodia.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The schedule is flexible morning or noon depending on request
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Donation to the monk
Pick up from your hotel
Transportation with remork from1 - 5 pax and with mini-van for more than 5pax
Sarong/ Kroma provided
Local English Speaking Guide
Water is provided throughout the tour
Other personal expense
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
Siem Reap Province
You’ll be picked up at your Siem Reap hotel and begin your trip to the local pagoda. Water blessings are a traditional Cambodian practice that date back to ancient times. Before taking the blessing we’ll visit the monastery where the Buddhist monk doing the chanting and learn more about Buddhism in Cambodia. First begins with the monks chanting harmoniously as they wish you good luck, safe travel, and a long life. It is accompanied by a light sprinkling of water. The second is a longer ritual which involves vessels of blessed water being poured over your head while the monks chant. For this ritual, you will be provided with a sarong/ kromar to change into so that your clothing remains dry. At the end of the blessing, your wrist is adorned with red string bracelets that signify the blessing performed.
Options
THE BUDDHIST WATER BLESSING
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Shaye - United States
Shaye M,
Aug 21, 2024
- Viator
5.00My experience was wonderful! Chantha was extremely knowledgeable about the history and culture of both Siem Reap and Cambodia at large and spoke great English. He explained each step of the blessing process and its significance and then took me to the floating villages and a local street market, where he explained the importance of different foods and practices of Cambodian people. It was an overall great experience and would recommend it to anyone who wants to immerse themselves in the Cambodian culture with a true local.
Unprofessional and unprepared service
Marcela O,
Jul 20, 2024
- Viator
2.00Nobody came to pick us up at the hotel so we called the tour provider who was unaware of our tour. Driver came one hour late and took us to the monastery where they were clearly not expecting us; no temple tour, no explanation on Buddhism - blessing ceremony was done in 10 mins. Then he drove us to the lotus cafe that was closing so we couldn’t go in or try the desserts announced in tour description. He then drove us through a road and told us to look at the rice fields and then he would show us a lake; at this point we requested to go to our hotel. Good driver, very cordial, but clearly not a tour guide for this activity.
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