Itinerary time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Bayon Temple Group, Banteay Srei Temple & Banteay Samre)
Bayon Temple - Morning, visit Angkor Thom. The giant stone faces of Bayon are among the most iconic images of classic Khmer art and architecture. There are 37 standing towers, most featuring four carved faces oriented toward the cardinal points.
Baphuon Temple - Baphuon Temple is a three-tiered Temple Mountain built as the state temple of Udayadityavarman II, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva.
Terrace of the Elephants - The Elephant Terrace is an impressive, two and a half meter tall, 300-meter long terrace wall adorned with carved elephants and garudas, spanning the heart of Angkor Thom.
Terrace of the Leper King - The Palace & Terrace of the Leper King is a double terrace wall with deeply carved nagas, demons, and other mythological beings. The terrace was named after the statue of the ‘Leper King’ that sits on top.
Preah Palilay - Preah Palilay is a picturesque sandstone and laterite tower in a cool, shaded forest setting. The eastern gopura displays some particularly nice Buddhist-themed carvings.
Enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant in the Angkor area.
Banteay Srei - In the afternoon, head to Banteay Srei. The temple translates to ‘citadel of women,’ a modern appellation likely referring to the delicate beauty of the carvings. Banteay Srei displays some of the finest examples of classical Khmer art.
Banteay Samre - Banteay Samre is a large, flat temple displaying Angkor Wat-style architecture and artistry. There is a legend connecting the naming of this monument with a farmer who mistakenly killed the king and then ascended the throne.
Pre Rup - Optional: Sunset at Pre Rup Temple. It is an architecturally and artistically superior temple-mountain with beautifully carved false doors on the upper level and an excellent view of the surrounding countryside.
Itinerary time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Angkor (Wat, Ta Prohm, Tanei Temple & Rolous Group Temple)
Angkor Wat - Morning, visit Angkor Wat. Cambodia’s ancient temple city is one of the wonders of the oriental world. Masterpieces of decorative details and architectural style, its awe-inspiring ruins are a testament to the spectacular achievements of Southeast Asia’s greatest civilization. It is a replica of the universe according to Hindu mythology, composed of Mount Meru, surrounded by the continents and the oceans. Its extraordinary bas-reliefs describe some Khmer epics and myths. Angkor Wat’s five famous towers rise into the sky, a geometrical arrangement of numerous galleries adorned with bas-reliefs and stone images of celestial Apsara dancers, as well as portals, chambers, and courtyards. Then, continue to Ta Prohm Temple.
Ta Prohm - Ta Prohm is a quiet, sprawling monastic complex only partially cleared of jungle overgrowth, offering some of the best “tree-in-temple” photo opportunities at Angkor Complex.
Ta Nei Temple - Ta Nei is a jungle temple reminiscent of Ta Som, displaying classic Jayavarman VII artistry. Some of the Apsara and lintel carvings can be seen there.
Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant near the Angkor area or return to the hotel for lunch.
Bakong - In the afternoon, visit Bakong Temple. It is the most impressive member of the Roluos Group, sitting at the center of the first Angkorian capital. Lolei, ruins of an island-temple built in the middle of a now dry Baray, Indratataka, the first large-scale Baray constructed by a Khmer king.
Preah Ko - Preah Ko (Sacred Bull) is one of the first major temples of the empire, located at the early Khmer capital of Hariharalaya.
Lolei - Lolei consists of ruins of an island-temple built in the middle of a now dry Baray, Indratataka, the first large-scale Baray constructed by a Khmer king.
Psar Chaa - Old Market - After finishing the Roluos Group, continue to the Old Market. The old market is the most visited, offering the deepest selection of souvenirs and curios of any traditional market. There are souvenir vendors offering silks, silverworks, carvings, statuary, art, and handcrafts. Artisan d’Angkor is a training ground for unschooled rural youth between 18 and 25 years of age, teaching them skills that allow them to make a living from handicraft production.
Itinerary time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Koh Ker Temple & Beng Mealea Temple)
Koh Ker Temple - Morning, head to Koh Ker Temple, 113 km from Siem Reap. It was constructed during a period of internecine strife within the Angkorian Kingdom and became the temporary capital of King Jayavarman IV. Then, enjoy your lunch at a local restaurant near Koh Ker Temple.
After lunch, travel through villages on the outskirts of Siem Reap to the mysterious Beng Mealea Temple.
Beng Mealea - In the afternoon, visit Beng Mealea. It is a Hindu temple located about 60 kilometers from Siem Reap town. The jungle covers over a 1-square kilometer area of the temple, which was built around the end of the 11th century before Angkor Wat. There is no inscription, and details are unknown. With very little restoration, you can walk through mysterious archaeological sites with a sense of adventure. There may be no great sculpture, but it’s a great way to immerse yourself in beautiful archaeological sites.
Pre Rup - Optional: Sunset at Pre Rup Temple. It is an architecturally and artistically superior temple-mountain with beautifully carved false doors on the upper level and an excellent view of the surrounding countryside.
- All applicable taxes and service charges included
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver
- Full-day tour accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide
- Refreshments provided with cool water and cool wet towels
- Entrance pass to the Angkor Archaeological site
- Hotel accommodation in the destination of commencement.
- Meals (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
- Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, and shopping fees.
- Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
Avoid the throngs and relish in an exclusive tour of Cambodia’s temples. This private journey plunges you into Cambodia’s venerable past, visiting destinations like the Angkor Wat Complex, Angkor Thom Group, Banteay Srei Temple, Banteay Samre, Koh Ker temple, and the Beng Mealea temple, among others.
Day1- Schedule: 8.00am – 5.00pm
Temples to explore : Morning: Angkor Thom (Bayon), Baphuon, Elephant Terrace, Palace & Terrace of leper king, Preah Palilay
Afternoon: Banteay Srie, Banteay Samre Temple.
Day2- Schedule: 8.00am – 5.00pm
Temples to explore : Morning: Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Tanie Temple.
Afternoon: Bakong, Lolei, Phreah Ko temple, Old Market & Artisan d’Angkor.
Day3- Schedule: 8.00am – 5.00pm
Temples to explore : Morning: Koh Ker Temple.
Afternoon: Beng Mealea Temple.
Dress code : Lightweight outfits covering shoulders and knees
This private tour is fully customizable. Reserve your spot and enjoy your adventure with us!
- This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply.
- Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside Siem Reap.
- The entrance pass to enter the Angkor Archaeological Site is not included during this tour. Guests are responsible to purchase the pass, ranging from one day up to seven day entry passes at the main gate into Angkor. The applicable fees are charged in US Dollars only. The entrance pass gives access to all sights in and around Angkor and should be visible at all times. Children under the age of 12 years old are free of charge
- During this full-day tour, lunch is excluded (on own payment)
- Some of the Angkor sights temples and palaces (such as the Baphuon) uphold a very strict dress code: it is essential that you dress appropriately during this excursion by wearing clothes that cover shoulders and fall below the knees
- Customers wearing shirts with obscene and disrespectful prints and pictures and brightly-coloured clothing may be refused entrance.
- We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
