Terrace of the Elephants

Follow the footsteps of holy Hindu men, Buddhist rulers, and Khmer kings on a guided day trip from Siem Reap to see the highlights of the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park. 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.

You will be picked up from your hotel lobby before sunrise at between 4:30 am to 5:00 am and continue to the watch the sunrise at one of the world's cultural heritage and the largest temple in the world, Angkor Wat temple as you soak in the breathtaking sunrise. We may spend about 1-hour and 30 minutes to walk and see the whole entire building of Angkor Wat temple, and take amazing pictures before arrival crowds. Enjoy breakfast and support at a local family restaurant in Siem Reap. Experience rural life at Preah Dak village near the countryside community of Angkor temples and taste the traditional palm cake. After that, we continue to visit the jungle temple of Ta Prohm, which has been left in its original state and is partly overgrown with trees and huge roots, and then finally, go to the South Gate of Angkor Thom to marvel at the Bayon and Baphoun temples with their 54 towers and 216 faces of Buddhisatva Avalokesvara, and visit the Terrace of the Elephant and the Terrace of the Leper King known as the royal viewing platform and the stage of the king’s great audience hall. Listen as your guide explains historical facts about the temples and the Khmer empire before returning to your hotel in Siem Reap. Choose a private tour for a slightly more flexible option that can be tailored to suit your preferences.

Save yourself the hassle of walking around the temple complex and roam comfortably onboard a tuk-tuk! Be in awe of some of the most majestic temples around the area including the Bayon, Angkor Thom, and more This private exploration includes free round trip hotel transfers by tuk tuk making it a fun and worry-free experience The temples at Angkor are famous in their own rights, even if the status of Angkor Wat as the world's greatest temple means that it's the first in most people's minds. This tour takes in many of the greatest temples in the world, with a knowledgeable, passionate Khmer driver who will enrich your time among our cultural treasures. With the convenience of collection from your hotel by our motorized Tuk-Tuk and chilled water provided, this tour will create memories that last forever.

Meeting point: we will pick you up at the hotel reception between 08:30 AM and 09:00 AM. NOTE: for those who choose the option with sunrise, the pickup time is between 04:30 AM and 05:00 AM. At least 2 participants are required for this option. SMALL CIRCUIT In the morning: After breakfast, departure to visit the main temples of Angkor including: Ta Prohm, known from the film 'Tomb Raider', one of the most beautiful temples in the area, almost intact since its discovery. Angkor Thom: Victory Gate; Elephant Terrace; Terrace of the Leper King; Baphuon newly opened after years of restoration and Bayon located in the center of the city and characterized by its 54 towers and the more than 200 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara. Free time for lunch at a local restaurant. *not included Afternoon: After lunch, continue your visit to Angkor Wat temple (one of the seven wonders by UNESCO) the famous temple - best preserved of all the temples of Angkor. It is considered the largest religious monument ever built, and one of the most important archaeological treasures in the world. Back to the hotel. NOTE: for the group of 2 people, transportation would be by Tuk Tuk. 3 to 6 people in an air-conditioned van.

Meeting point: we will pick you up from the hotel reception between 08:30 AM and 09:00 AM. SMALL CIRCUIT Morning: After breakfast, departure to visit the main temples of Angkor, included: Ta Prohm known for the film "Tomb Raider", one of the most beautiful temples in the region, almost intact since its discovery, Angkor Thom: Victory Gate; Elephant Terrace; Terrace of the Leper King; Baphuon, newly opened after years of renovation, and Bayon is located in the center of Angkor Thom city, and is characterized by its 54 towers and 216 smiling faces of Avalokitesvara. Free time for lunch. (not included) Afternoon: After lunch, continuation of the visit to the Angkor Wat temple (the largest religious temple in the world), the famous temple - the best preserved of all the temples of Angkor. It is considered one of the most important archaeological treasures in the world. Back to the hotel Note: for the group of 2 people, transport will be by Tuk Tuk. From 3 to 6 people in an air-conditioned van.

Benefit from hotel pick-up and journey to the Angkor Wat temple complex to explore the history of the Khmer civilization. Discover a perfect example of classical Khmer architecture and admire the intricate bas-reliefs of the 12th-century temple. Visit the southern gate of Angkor Thom to see the 54 stone figures of gods and demons. Then, enter the fortified city to get a closer look at the richly decorated Bayon temple. Continue to the Terrace of the Leper King and Terrace of the Elephants, and then venture into the jungle of Ta Prohm after lunch.

Commence your nine-hour biking adventure with a convenient pick-up from your Siem Reap hotel, followed by a comfortable air-conditioned transfer to the Angkor Wat complex. Here you’ll witness the magical sunrise, where the sun majestically ascends behind Angkor Wat, creating a breathtaking silhouette. As the early morning crowd disperses, you'll explore Angkor Wat further. Your guide will give an insightful overview of the temple, after which a brief ride will lead you to a delightful breakfast spot just beyond the temple precinct. After breakfast, you can enjoy cycle rides along ancient ruins and lush forests. Pause at both renowned and lesser-known temples, including the iconic Bayon and Ta Prohm, and break for a traditional Khmer lunch by the serene Sra Srang reservoir. Around 2 pm we retreat from the midday sun and return to your hotel in Siem Reap, having made lasting memories of your remarkable Angkor Wat exploration.

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.

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.

Embark on a guided tour to the Angkor Wat temple complex, departing from Siem Reap. Admire the spectacular architecture of the Khmer civilization as you explore the Angkor Wat, the southern Gate of Angkor Thom, the Bayron Temple, the Terrace of Elephants, among other notable buildings. Start with pickup in the early morning from Siem Reap. Travel to the complex by bus and enjoy a day of exploring the spectacular temples of Angkor. Admire the famous Angkor Wat, which is the world’s largest sacred building and an architectural masterpiece. Built in the 12th century, the temple took 30 years to complete and represents Khmer civilization at its peak. Visit the southern gate of Angkor Thom, which is flanked by a row of 54 stone figures on each side (gods to the left and demons to the right), and the fortified city of Angkor Thom. Discover the Bayon Temple, and its beautifully crafted central towers covered with more than 200 enormous faces. Pass by the famous Terrace of the Leper King and the Terrace of the Elephants. Following lunch and a rest break, set out to see the jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm, one of the most atmospheric of all temples in Angkor. Once home to 2,740 monks, Ta Prohm today looks much as it did in the early 1850s, when French explorer Henri Mouhot rediscovered this crumbling site. After exploring the maze-like interior of Ta Prohm, travel back to your hotel where you’ll be dropped off in the mid-afternoon.