Siem Reap Private Full Day Angkor Wat Tour with Sunset or Sunrise

Meeting Point: Our guide will meet you in your hotel lobby at 8:30 AM. From there, you’ll head together to the ticket booth to purchase your temple pass, or you can also choose to buy it online in advance.

Note: The Angkor Archaeological Park entrance ticket is not included in the tour price.

Angkor Thom – South Gate:
After you purchase your temple pass, your tour begins at the magnificent South Gate of Angkor Thom. This impressive entrance features giant smiling stone faces and marks the gateway to the ancient walled city.

Bayon Temple – The Temple of Smiling Faces:
Continue your journey through Angkor Thom with a visit to the remarkable Bayon Temple, located at the very heart of the ancient city. Famous for its towering structures adorned with more than 200 serene, smiling faces, Bayon is one of Cambodia’s most iconic and photogenic temples. Its intricate bas-reliefs and mystical atmosphere make it an unforgettable highlight of the tour.

Baphuon – The Temple Mountain:
Continue to the impressive Baphuon Temple, a towering pyramid-style monument once referred to as the “Tower of Bronze.” Built in the 11th century and originally dedicated to Shiva, Baphuon is one of the most important temple-mountains of the Angkor period. Its steep terraces and grand scale offer an excellent glimpse into early Khmer engineering and religious architecture.

Terrace of the Elephants – Royal Viewing Platform:
Stroll along the impressive Terrace of the Elephants, a 350-meter-long ceremonial platform once used by King Jayavarman VII to watch royal parades and public celebrations. The terrace is richly adorned with detailed carvings of elephants, garudas, and mythical creatures, offering a vivid glimpse into the grandeur of ancient Khmer ceremonies.

Terrace of the Leper King – A Mysterious Legacy:
A short walk from the Terrace of the Elephants, you’ll find the Terrace of the Leper King. Named after a moss-covered statue, it is thought to represent either Yama, the god of death, or a Khmer king who suffered from leprosy.

Ta Prohm – The Jungle Temple:
Step into a cinematic scene at Ta Prohm, one of Angkor’s most atmospheric and iconic temples. Famously featured in Tomb Raider, this 12th-century Buddhist monastery has been left largely in its natural state, with massive silk-cotton and strangler fig trees intertwining with the crumbling stone structures, creating a dramatic “lost in the jungle” atmosphere.

Lunch (not included). Enjoy a Cambodian meal at a nearby restaurant recommended by your guide.

Angkor Wat – The Crown Jewel of Cambodia:
Continue your tour with a visit to Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world and the iconic centerpiece of the Angkor complex. Built in the early 12th century as a Hindu temple dedicated to Vishnu, it later became a revered Buddhist site — a spiritual and architectural masterpiece that continues to captivate visitors today.

Phnom Bakheng – Sunset Over Angkor:
Conclude your day with a magical experience at Phnom Bakheng, a hilltop temple offering one of the most breathtaking sunset views in Angkor. Built in the late 9th century as a Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva, it once served as the state temple of King Yasovarman I.

Back to Your Hotel in Siem Reap: after a day filled with discovery, your guide and driver will take you back to your hotel in Siem Reap, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing end to your temple adventure.