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Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Experience with Sunset

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Experience with Sunset

You will be picked up from your hotel at between 8:00 a.m to 8:30 am and head directly to purchase the Angkor pass. Afterward, we head to one of Cambodia's jewels, the impressive Angkor Thom, which was the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. At the South Gate, we can see the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, which appears in the Tomb Raider movie. Next visit is Bayon temple, in Buddhist style and adorned with hundreds of faces made of stone, and also explore the Terrace of Elephants, former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Leper King, and Baphoun temple, It is considered the largest Hindu temple in Angkor Thom city. Then, we drive to Ta Prohm temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant cooked by local chief and then visit the most authentic village"Phum Preah Dak" where you can learn how the local people make palm cake and palm sugar. In the afternoon, start to visit to the fascinating Angkor Wat, the largest sacred building on the planet and an icon of the Khmer civilization. It was built by King Suyavarman and is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It contains hundreds of decorations that cover the walls and the longest bas-relief in the world. It is surrounded by a giant moat, and its five towers are part of the Cambodian flag, and from the top you can see the impressive and dense jungle. Climb up mountain of the Phnom Bakheng for sunset and then transfer you back to your hotel.

Angkor Wat Tour by Tuk-Tuk with English Speaking Driver

Angkor Wat Tour by Tuk-Tuk with English Speaking Driver

Get picked up from your hotel lobby to start your private full day tour to explore the Angkor temple complex, the largest religious monument in the world. You'll drive to Angkor archaeological park and head straight to the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, home to several incredible spots. Start at the impressive south gate before heading to Bayon and its 216 giant smiling faces carved into stone. Afterwards you'll visit 11th century Baphoun, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of Leper King, Phimenanakas, and the Royal Enclosure. In the afternoon, you'll go on to explore Ta Prohm temple, built in the late-12th century by King Jayavarman VII. Its mystery captures the imaginations of visitors, with parts seemingly swallowed by giant roots of the ancient trees that overshadow it. The tuk tuk driver will pick you up from your accommodation, wait for you in front of each of the temples and drop you off back to your accommodation.

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Day Tour and Sunset

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Day Tour and Sunset

You will be picked up from your hotel at between 8:00 a.m to 8:30 am and head directly to purchase the Angkor pass. Afterward, we head to one of Cambodia's jewels, the impressive Angkor Thom, which was the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. At the South Gate, we can see the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, which appears in the Tomb Raider movie. Next visit is Bayon temple, in Buddhist style and adorned with hundreds of faces made of stone, and also explore the Terrace of Elephants, former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Leper King, and Baphoun temple, It is considered the largest Hindu temple in Angkor Thom city. Then, we drive to Ta Prohm temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant cooked by local chief and then visit the most authentic village"Phum Preah Dak" where you can learn how the local people make palm cake and palm sugar. In the afternoon, start to visit to the fascinating Angkor Wat, the largest sacred building on the planet and an icon of the Khmer civilization. It was built by King Suyavarman and is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It contains hundreds of decorations that cover the walls and the longest bas-relief in the world. It is surrounded by a giant moat, and its five towers are part of the Cambodian flag, and from the top you can see the impressive and dense jungle. Climb up mountain of the Phnom Bakheng for sunset and then transfer you back to your hotel.

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Private Tour by Tuk Tuk

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Private Tour by Tuk Tuk

You will be picked up at the lobby of hotel. Then, transfer to visit Angkor Wat, first a Hindu, then subsequently a Buddhist, temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura,( present-day Angkor), the capital of the Khmer Empire, as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. Breaking from the Shaivism tradition of previous kings, Angkor Wat was instead dedicated to Vishnu. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. After that, you will go to visit Angkor Thom with the wall rising eight meters high, the laterite wall measures 3x3km and guards many treasures inside, protected by a moat still flooded today. You will enter the ancient city through its South Gate. In the very centre lies the temple of Bayon – silent witnesses of time, the 216 enigmatic faces gaze over the horizon and one can only wonder what they have seen throughout the ages. Your guide will point out the best angles for photography here and give explanation of the many intricate carvings on the walls of the galleries. You will then continue to Baphuon with its long causeway and an impressive giant Reclining Buddha, a jigsaw puzzle only put back together in 2011 following a 37 year-long disruption caused by the war. Phimeanakas is hiding in the shaded jungle and offers a decent over-the-tree-tops view to those who conquer the steep steps to the top. Continuing along the Esplanade of the Royal Palace more commonly known as the Terrace of the Elephants you will wind up your exploration in the shaded area of the picturesque Preah Palilay. Break for lunch. Afternoon, you will visit Thommanon temple, one of a pair of Hindu temples built during the reign of Suryavarman II at Angkor, Cambodia. The name of the temple is derived from the Pali words "Dhamma", which means 'Buddhist Teachings' and "Nanda", which means 'supreme wisdom'. Then, visit Chau Say Tevoda, a temple at Angkor, Cambodia. It is just east of Angkor Thom, directly south of Thommanon across the Victory Way. Built in the mid-12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat period. It is dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu with unique types of female sculptures of devatas enshrined in it. Our next stop, Ta Prohm, gained its 21st Century fame from the movie Tomb Raider featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. Today, with Lara long gone, this temple is on the itinerary of most visitors and rightfully so. Many corners of Ta Prohm showcase an intricate relationship between the roots of Spung tree (Tetrameles Nudiflora) and ancient stones covered in moss. Truly a photographer's paradise, don't miss the opportunity to capture your own explorer's moments. Drive back to hotel and drop off.

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Tour with Sunset

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Tour with Sunset

Begin with an early pickup from your hotel at 9am an air-conditioned vehicle, and travel to the main entrance of the south gate to admire the stunning this ancient and mysterious complex. You will need a temple pass (1 or 3 days), which you can purchase online or have your guide take you to the ticket office before the tour begins. With occasional food and rest breaks, visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, and Tah Prohm. Walk around and inside each temple, with information from your guide, so you will understand what you see. After your entry fee, it only makes sense to pay a little more for a registered guide, so that you're not simply looking at the stones. The small group is never more than 13 people, so you will be in good company with other explorers. Get a feel for the 12th-century Khmer empire and stand amongst the magnificent monuments of Angkor Wat, the largest religious structure in the world; educate yourself in a most enjoyable way. Know the rich history from one of the most enduring architectural achievements ever. Admire the stone figures that greet you at the southern gates of Angkor Thom and stroll towards the Bayon Temple to see the etchings of smiling faces at its central peak. Visit the Terrace of the Leper King and the Terrace of the Elephants. At Tah Prohm, soak up the atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings. After a full day of exploring Angkor's highlights, climb the steps to the temple mountain of Phnom Bakheng, the state temple of the first Khmer capital in the region, to watch the sunset. Then, make the return journey to Siem Reap and be dropped off at your hotel.

Siem Reap: Angkor Temples Tour by a Private Tuk Tuk

Siem Reap: Angkor Temples Tour by a Private Tuk Tuk

Experience the Angkor Temples by tuk-tuk on a private tour from Siem Reap. See the Angkor Wat, the Bayon Temple, and Ta Prohm. Be picked up from your hotel and transfer to visit Angkor Wat, a Hindu and Buddhist temple complex in Cambodia. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura, the capital of the Khmer Empire, as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture and has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. After that, visit Angkor Thom with the wall rising eight meters high. The laterite wall measures 3x3km and guards many treasures inside, protected by a moat still flooded today. Enter the ancient city through its South Gate. In the very center lies the temple of Bayon. Continue to Baphuon with its long causeway and an impressive giant Reclining Buddha. Phimeanakas is hiding in the shaded jungle and offers a decent over-the-tree-tops view to those who conquer the steep steps to the top. Continuing along the Esplanade of the Royal Palace, more commonly known as the Terrace of the Elephants, wind up your exploration in the shaded area of the picturesque Preah Palilay. Break for lunch. In the afternoon, visit Thommanon temple, one of a pair of Hindu temples built during the reign of Suryavarman II at Angkor, Cambodia. The name of the temple is derived from the Pali words "Dhamma", which means 'Buddhist Teachings' and "Nanda", which means 'supreme wisdom'. Then, visit Chau Say Tevoda, a temple at Angkor, Cambodia. It is just east of Angkor Thom, directly south of Thommanon across the Victory Way. Built in the mid-12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat period. It is dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu with unique types of female sculptures of devatas enshrined in it. Your next stop is Ta Prohm, which gained its 21st Century fame from the movie Tomb Raider featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. Today, with Lara long gone, this temple is on the itinerary of most visitors and rightfully so. Many corners of Ta Prohm showcase an intricate relationship between the roots of Spung tree (Tetrameles Nudiflora) and ancient stones covered in moss. Truly a photographer's paradise, don't miss the opportunity to capture your own explorer's moments. Drive back to your hotel and be dropped off.

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Full Day Tour and Sunset

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Full Day Tour and Sunset

Start your day with a hotel pickup. Travel to Angkor Thom, the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. See the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, featured in the Tomb Raider movie. Explore the Bayon Temple, decorated with hundreds of stone faces, and visit the Terrace of Elephants, the former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, the Terrace of the Leper King, and Baphuon Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the town of Angkor Thom. Next, drive to Ta Prohm Temple, which is left in its original state and overgrown with trees and roots, also featured in Tomb Raider. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the authentic village of Phum Preah Dak, where you can learn how the locals make palm cake and palm sugar. In the afternoon, visit the fascinating Angkor Wat, the largest sacred building in the world and an icon of Khmer civilization. Enjoy views of the dense jungle. Finish your day by climbing Phnom Bakheng to watch the sunset before being transferred back to your hotel.

Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm Day Trip with Sunset

Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm Day Trip with Sunset

Join a group to make a new friend and learn history, culture, and civilization of Cambodia during your stay in Siem Reap. Embark on an Angkor Wat Temple day trip out of Siem Reap where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Angkor Wat Temple day trip with a local - it’s a must-do. Meet your guide and driver at your hotel in Siem Reap and head to Angkor Thom, which includes the South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Bapoun, Pimean Akas, Terrace of Elephant, and Terrace of Leper King. Continue to Ta Prohm temple and break for lunch. In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat, a Hindu, and subsequently a Buddhist temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura (present-day Angkor), the capital of the Khmer Empire, as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. Breaking from the Shaivism tradition of previous kings, Angkor Wat was instead dedicated to Vishnu. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. Go up the Bakheng Mountain for sunset. Return to the town and be dropped off at your hotel.

Small-Group Explore Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour with Guide

Small-Group Explore Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour with Guide

Watch the sunrise at Angkor wat and enjoy the local breakfast You'll be picked up from your hotel lobby before sunrise at 4:40 am and continue to the watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat temple and explore it's building before the crowds arrive and get some amazing pictures. Then have short break in the village for breakfast with local food & dessert that you can enjoy of taste authentic breakfast known as Num Banhchok ( Cambodian noodle soup) with traditional desserts like palm cake and steam rice dumplings that prepared by local family host in an support to the local community through tourism. Witnes the largest brick Hindu Temple of Angkor Areas-Pre Rup and Pink Temple After that, we drive to the intricately carved and well-preserved temple of Banteay Srei – the detailed reliefs on this smaller sandstone structure are regarded as the finest and most skillfully crafted in the kingdom of Cambodia and then climb up the temple of Pre Rup, known as is the biggest brick structure of the Angkorian Era to view over the surrounding rice fields of the Eastern Baray is beautiful, although some lofty trees have rather obscured it these days. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Explore the junlge templs in Angkor Wat Areas- Ta Prohm Tem ( Tom Rider) Then, we drive to Ta Prohm temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie. Visit the last Captial of Khmer Empire-Angkor Thom In the early afternoon, we continue to one of Cambodia's jewels, the impressive Angkor Thom, which was the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. At the South Gate, we can see the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, which appears in the Tomb Raider movie. Next visit is Bayon temple, in Buddhist style and adorned with hundreds of faces made of stone, and also explore the Terrace of Elephants, former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Leper King, and Baphoun temple, It is considered the largest Hindu temple in Angkor Thom city.Transfer you back to your hotel.

2-Day Angkor Wat With Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Tour

2-Day Angkor Wat With Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Tour

Discover Angkor Wat on a guided private 2-day trip from Siem Reap. Marvel at the immense Angkor Wat Temple, explore Angkor Thom, and ride through scenic rice fields. Day 1 Get picked up from your Siem Reap accommodation in the morning and head to the biggest religious temple from the 12th century, Angkor Wat. After a few hours of exploring, continue to the temples on the small circle. Stop to admire Ta Promh's giant tree roots, where the movie Tomb Raider was filmed. After visiting the temples, stop to purchase lunch at a local restaurant. Once you've eaten, continue to Ta Nei and Angkor Thom. Start from the Victory or Death Gate before heading into the center to see Bayon's 49 smiling towers. Continue walking to the Hindu Baphoun temple nearby. Behind this temple, marvel at the immense Reclining Buddha. Next, stroll through the city to see the Royal Enclosure Wall, Phimeanakas, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace, and Palilay. Finish the day with a beautiful view of the sunset from the hill of Phnom Bakheng. Day 2 Begin your day bright and early to see the sunrise at Angkor Wat. After sunrise, return to your hotel for breakfast or stop at a restaurant (not included). Once you've eaten, begin your adventure to see the temples on the Big Circle including Prah Khan, Neak Poan, Ta Saom, East Mebon, and Pre Rup. After seeing the temples, stop for a lunch break at a local restaurant (not included) before driving out into the villages and rice-paddy fields. Stop at Banteay Srei Temple, also known as Ladies Temple. Admire its pink sandstone before heading to the Banteay Kdei Temple.

Phimeanakas: Our most recommended tours and activities

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Experience with Sunset

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Experience with Sunset

You will be picked up from your hotel at between 8:00 a.m to 8:30 am and head directly to purchase the Angkor pass. Afterward, we head to one of Cambodia's jewels, the impressive Angkor Thom, which was the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. At the South Gate, we can see the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, which appears in the Tomb Raider movie. Next visit is Bayon temple, in Buddhist style and adorned with hundreds of faces made of stone, and also explore the Terrace of Elephants, former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Leper King, and Baphoun temple, It is considered the largest Hindu temple in Angkor Thom city. Then, we drive to Ta Prohm temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant cooked by local chief and then visit the most authentic village"Phum Preah Dak" where you can learn how the local people make palm cake and palm sugar. In the afternoon, start to visit to the fascinating Angkor Wat, the largest sacred building on the planet and an icon of the Khmer civilization. It was built by King Suyavarman and is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It contains hundreds of decorations that cover the walls and the longest bas-relief in the world. It is surrounded by a giant moat, and its five towers are part of the Cambodian flag, and from the top you can see the impressive and dense jungle. Climb up mountain of the Phnom Bakheng for sunset and then transfer you back to your hotel.

Angkor Wat Tour by Tuk-Tuk with English Speaking Driver

Angkor Wat Tour by Tuk-Tuk with English Speaking Driver

Get picked up from your hotel lobby to start your private full day tour to explore the Angkor temple complex, the largest religious monument in the world. You'll drive to Angkor archaeological park and head straight to the ancient capital of Angkor Thom, home to several incredible spots. Start at the impressive south gate before heading to Bayon and its 216 giant smiling faces carved into stone. Afterwards you'll visit 11th century Baphoun, the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of Leper King, Phimenanakas, and the Royal Enclosure. In the afternoon, you'll go on to explore Ta Prohm temple, built in the late-12th century by King Jayavarman VII. Its mystery captures the imaginations of visitors, with parts seemingly swallowed by giant roots of the ancient trees that overshadow it. The tuk tuk driver will pick you up from your accommodation, wait for you in front of each of the temples and drop you off back to your accommodation.

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Day Tour and Sunset

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Day Tour and Sunset

You will be picked up from your hotel at between 8:00 a.m to 8:30 am and head directly to purchase the Angkor pass. Afterward, we head to one of Cambodia's jewels, the impressive Angkor Thom, which was the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. At the South Gate, we can see the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, which appears in the Tomb Raider movie. Next visit is Bayon temple, in Buddhist style and adorned with hundreds of faces made of stone, and also explore the Terrace of Elephants, former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Leper King, and Baphoun temple, It is considered the largest Hindu temple in Angkor Thom city. Then, we drive to Ta Prohm temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie. Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant cooked by local chief and then visit the most authentic village"Phum Preah Dak" where you can learn how the local people make palm cake and palm sugar. In the afternoon, start to visit to the fascinating Angkor Wat, the largest sacred building on the planet and an icon of the Khmer civilization. It was built by King Suyavarman and is dedicated to the Hindu god Vishnu. It contains hundreds of decorations that cover the walls and the longest bas-relief in the world. It is surrounded by a giant moat, and its five towers are part of the Cambodian flag, and from the top you can see the impressive and dense jungle. Climb up mountain of the Phnom Bakheng for sunset and then transfer you back to your hotel.

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Private Tour by Tuk Tuk

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Private Tour by Tuk Tuk

You will be picked up at the lobby of hotel. Then, transfer to visit Angkor Wat, first a Hindu, then subsequently a Buddhist, temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura,( present-day Angkor), the capital of the Khmer Empire, as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. Breaking from the Shaivism tradition of previous kings, Angkor Wat was instead dedicated to Vishnu. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. After that, you will go to visit Angkor Thom with the wall rising eight meters high, the laterite wall measures 3x3km and guards many treasures inside, protected by a moat still flooded today. You will enter the ancient city through its South Gate. In the very centre lies the temple of Bayon – silent witnesses of time, the 216 enigmatic faces gaze over the horizon and one can only wonder what they have seen throughout the ages. Your guide will point out the best angles for photography here and give explanation of the many intricate carvings on the walls of the galleries. You will then continue to Baphuon with its long causeway and an impressive giant Reclining Buddha, a jigsaw puzzle only put back together in 2011 following a 37 year-long disruption caused by the war. Phimeanakas is hiding in the shaded jungle and offers a decent over-the-tree-tops view to those who conquer the steep steps to the top. Continuing along the Esplanade of the Royal Palace more commonly known as the Terrace of the Elephants you will wind up your exploration in the shaded area of the picturesque Preah Palilay. Break for lunch. Afternoon, you will visit Thommanon temple, one of a pair of Hindu temples built during the reign of Suryavarman II at Angkor, Cambodia. The name of the temple is derived from the Pali words "Dhamma", which means 'Buddhist Teachings' and "Nanda", which means 'supreme wisdom'. Then, visit Chau Say Tevoda, a temple at Angkor, Cambodia. It is just east of Angkor Thom, directly south of Thommanon across the Victory Way. Built in the mid-12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat period. It is dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu with unique types of female sculptures of devatas enshrined in it. Our next stop, Ta Prohm, gained its 21st Century fame from the movie Tomb Raider featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. Today, with Lara long gone, this temple is on the itinerary of most visitors and rightfully so. Many corners of Ta Prohm showcase an intricate relationship between the roots of Spung tree (Tetrameles Nudiflora) and ancient stones covered in moss. Truly a photographer's paradise, don't miss the opportunity to capture your own explorer's moments. Drive back to hotel and drop off.

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Tour with Sunset

Siem Reap: Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Tour with Sunset

Begin with an early pickup from your hotel at 9am an air-conditioned vehicle, and travel to the main entrance of the south gate to admire the stunning this ancient and mysterious complex. You will need a temple pass (1 or 3 days), which you can purchase online or have your guide take you to the ticket office before the tour begins. With occasional food and rest breaks, visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, and Tah Prohm. Walk around and inside each temple, with information from your guide, so you will understand what you see. After your entry fee, it only makes sense to pay a little more for a registered guide, so that you're not simply looking at the stones. The small group is never more than 13 people, so you will be in good company with other explorers. Get a feel for the 12th-century Khmer empire and stand amongst the magnificent monuments of Angkor Wat, the largest religious structure in the world; educate yourself in a most enjoyable way. Know the rich history from one of the most enduring architectural achievements ever. Admire the stone figures that greet you at the southern gates of Angkor Thom and stroll towards the Bayon Temple to see the etchings of smiling faces at its central peak. Visit the Terrace of the Leper King and the Terrace of the Elephants. At Tah Prohm, soak up the atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings. After a full day of exploring Angkor's highlights, climb the steps to the temple mountain of Phnom Bakheng, the state temple of the first Khmer capital in the region, to watch the sunset. Then, make the return journey to Siem Reap and be dropped off at your hotel.

Siem Reap: Angkor Temples Tour by a Private Tuk Tuk

Siem Reap: Angkor Temples Tour by a Private Tuk Tuk

Experience the Angkor Temples by tuk-tuk on a private tour from Siem Reap. See the Angkor Wat, the Bayon Temple, and Ta Prohm. Be picked up from your hotel and transfer to visit Angkor Wat, a Hindu and Buddhist temple complex in Cambodia. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura, the capital of the Khmer Empire, as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture and has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. After that, visit Angkor Thom with the wall rising eight meters high. The laterite wall measures 3x3km and guards many treasures inside, protected by a moat still flooded today. Enter the ancient city through its South Gate. In the very center lies the temple of Bayon. Continue to Baphuon with its long causeway and an impressive giant Reclining Buddha. Phimeanakas is hiding in the shaded jungle and offers a decent over-the-tree-tops view to those who conquer the steep steps to the top. Continuing along the Esplanade of the Royal Palace, more commonly known as the Terrace of the Elephants, wind up your exploration in the shaded area of the picturesque Preah Palilay. Break for lunch. In the afternoon, visit Thommanon temple, one of a pair of Hindu temples built during the reign of Suryavarman II at Angkor, Cambodia. The name of the temple is derived from the Pali words "Dhamma", which means 'Buddhist Teachings' and "Nanda", which means 'supreme wisdom'. Then, visit Chau Say Tevoda, a temple at Angkor, Cambodia. It is just east of Angkor Thom, directly south of Thommanon across the Victory Way. Built in the mid-12th century, it is a Hindu temple in the Angkor Wat period. It is dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu with unique types of female sculptures of devatas enshrined in it. Your next stop is Ta Prohm, which gained its 21st Century fame from the movie Tomb Raider featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. Today, with Lara long gone, this temple is on the itinerary of most visitors and rightfully so. Many corners of Ta Prohm showcase an intricate relationship between the roots of Spung tree (Tetrameles Nudiflora) and ancient stones covered in moss. Truly a photographer's paradise, don't miss the opportunity to capture your own explorer's moments. Drive back to your hotel and be dropped off.

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Full Day Tour and Sunset

Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Small-Group Full Day Tour and Sunset

Start your day with a hotel pickup. Travel to Angkor Thom, the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. See the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, featured in the Tomb Raider movie. Explore the Bayon Temple, decorated with hundreds of stone faces, and visit the Terrace of Elephants, the former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, the Terrace of the Leper King, and Baphuon Temple, the largest Hindu temple in the town of Angkor Thom. Next, drive to Ta Prohm Temple, which is left in its original state and overgrown with trees and roots, also featured in Tomb Raider. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and visit the authentic village of Phum Preah Dak, where you can learn how the locals make palm cake and palm sugar. In the afternoon, visit the fascinating Angkor Wat, the largest sacred building in the world and an icon of Khmer civilization. Enjoy views of the dense jungle. Finish your day by climbing Phnom Bakheng to watch the sunset before being transferred back to your hotel.

Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm Day Trip with Sunset

Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm Day Trip with Sunset

Join a group to make a new friend and learn history, culture, and civilization of Cambodia during your stay in Siem Reap. Embark on an Angkor Wat Temple day trip out of Siem Reap where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Angkor Wat Temple day trip with a local - it’s a must-do. Meet your guide and driver at your hotel in Siem Reap and head to Angkor Thom, which includes the South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, Bapoun, Pimean Akas, Terrace of Elephant, and Terrace of Leper King. Continue to Ta Prohm temple and break for lunch. In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat, a Hindu, and subsequently a Buddhist temple complex in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world. The temple was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century in Yasodharapura (present-day Angkor), the capital of the Khmer Empire, as his state temple and eventual mausoleum. Breaking from the Shaivism tradition of previous kings, Angkor Wat was instead dedicated to Vishnu. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag. Go up the Bakheng Mountain for sunset. Return to the town and be dropped off at your hotel.

Small-Group Explore Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour with Guide

Small-Group Explore Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour with Guide

Watch the sunrise at Angkor wat and enjoy the local breakfast You'll be picked up from your hotel lobby before sunrise at 4:40 am and continue to the watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat temple and explore it's building before the crowds arrive and get some amazing pictures. Then have short break in the village for breakfast with local food & dessert that you can enjoy of taste authentic breakfast known as Num Banhchok ( Cambodian noodle soup) with traditional desserts like palm cake and steam rice dumplings that prepared by local family host in an support to the local community through tourism. Witnes the largest brick Hindu Temple of Angkor Areas-Pre Rup and Pink Temple After that, we drive to the intricately carved and well-preserved temple of Banteay Srei – the detailed reliefs on this smaller sandstone structure are regarded as the finest and most skillfully crafted in the kingdom of Cambodia and then climb up the temple of Pre Rup, known as is the biggest brick structure of the Angkorian Era to view over the surrounding rice fields of the Eastern Baray is beautiful, although some lofty trees have rather obscured it these days. Stop for lunch at a local restaurant. Explore the junlge templs in Angkor Wat Areas- Ta Prohm Tem ( Tom Rider) Then, we drive to Ta Prohm temple, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots. It was also used as a backdrop for the film Tomb Raider starring Angelina Jolie. Visit the last Captial of Khmer Empire-Angkor Thom In the early afternoon, we continue to one of Cambodia's jewels, the impressive Angkor Thom, which was the fortified "Great Royal City" built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII. At the South Gate, we can see the imposing statue of Avalokiteshvara, which appears in the Tomb Raider movie. Next visit is Bayon temple, in Buddhist style and adorned with hundreds of faces made of stone, and also explore the Terrace of Elephants, former Royal Palace, Phimeanakas, Terrace of Leper King, and Baphoun temple, It is considered the largest Hindu temple in Angkor Thom city.Transfer you back to your hotel.

2-Day Angkor Wat With Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Tour

2-Day Angkor Wat With Small, Big Circuit & Banteay Srei Tour

Discover Angkor Wat on a guided private 2-day trip from Siem Reap. Marvel at the immense Angkor Wat Temple, explore Angkor Thom, and ride through scenic rice fields. Day 1 Get picked up from your Siem Reap accommodation in the morning and head to the biggest religious temple from the 12th century, Angkor Wat. After a few hours of exploring, continue to the temples on the small circle. Stop to admire Ta Promh's giant tree roots, where the movie Tomb Raider was filmed. After visiting the temples, stop to purchase lunch at a local restaurant. Once you've eaten, continue to Ta Nei and Angkor Thom. Start from the Victory or Death Gate before heading into the center to see Bayon's 49 smiling towers. Continue walking to the Hindu Baphoun temple nearby. Behind this temple, marvel at the immense Reclining Buddha. Next, stroll through the city to see the Royal Enclosure Wall, Phimeanakas, Elephant Terrace, Leper King Terrace, and Palilay. Finish the day with a beautiful view of the sunset from the hill of Phnom Bakheng. Day 2 Begin your day bright and early to see the sunrise at Angkor Wat. After sunrise, return to your hotel for breakfast or stop at a restaurant (not included). Once you've eaten, begin your adventure to see the temples on the Big Circle including Prah Khan, Neak Poan, Ta Saom, East Mebon, and Pre Rup. After seeing the temples, stop for a lunch break at a local restaurant (not included) before driving out into the villages and rice-paddy fields. Stop at Banteay Srei Temple, also known as Ladies Temple. Admire its pink sandstone before heading to the Banteay Kdei Temple.

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Overall rating

4.8
(41 reviews)

Sam was a great guide with lots of knowledge and good English. We visited a nice range of sites in an order that worked well. There were opportunities to walk around the temples on your own and meet-up at meeting points. The company might want to think about using a different restaurant. The food was average and the service was poor. The soft drinks were very expensive. The sunset was a lot of trouble for what it was. If this company offer a trip without the sunset, I would opt for that. The coach was very comfortable and a nice design. Cold water was always available. So glad I did this tour.

The trip to and around Angkor Temples was as interesting for us as were the temples themselves. This was thanks to our Tuk Tuk driver Sokha Cam who is a friendly and informative guide to the area. He was also very thoughtful to us as we are a slightly older couple and he was attentive to ensuring we were comfortable. We were taken to three of the major temples and a fantastic restaurant. This gave us a great overview of the area. Sokha Cam the recommended an evening show and dinner which we greatly enjoyed. Thanks Sokha Cam for a memorable day.

We had a wonderful day with our guide, Mr. August. Not only did we learn a lot, and see a lot, but we laughed along the way. I highly recommend this cultural experience. It was timed perfectly, and we saw everything we wanted to see and then some. Our guide pointed us to the best spots for pictures, and even took our photos for us. Our guide and driver made sure we had sufficient water and time to cool off. Book this tour for an outstanding day seeing the temples. (Note: wear your walking shoes and be prepared to climb!)

Very good tour, value for money, smooth pickup at hotel and drop off! Good restaurant for lunch We were 2 adults and 2 kids and we had an amazing day, our Tour Guide Mr. Sam did an amazing job and took well care of us… he was very friendly, spoke fluent English, and took us to the best photo sites! Thank you for a super great day Mr. Sam! Alex

The walk was very pleasant, as the day was not hot and the moments outdoors were permeated with paths in the shade or inside temples. Furthermore, the guide Mony was very knowledgeable and knew how to explain the history and curiosities of Angkor Wat and the other temples. He and the driver were always attentive to our well-being.