Private Angkor Temple Tour: A Day Exploring World's Largest Religious Complex via Tuk Tuk

Embark on a private Angkor Temple tour and explore the world’s largest religious complex via Tuk Tuk. Avoid the crowds, discover hidden gems, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Cambodia.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Angkor Wat - Angkor Wat is the largest religious monument in the world. It was built early in the 12th century. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious centre since its foundation. We will enter the great temple from the little-visited eastern side. We continue our journey on foot and creep through a jungle path to the North ancient library pool. Listen to the explanations of your expert guide, then spend time venturing into the central chambers of the temple, where your local guide will reveal the history, myths and stories depicted on the stone bas-reliefs (the longest stretch of bas-relief carvings in the world) then you will venture deep into the central chambers of this truly great temple. Your knowledgeable guide will ensure that your visit to Angkor Wat leaves you with a rich understanding of the history and purpose of the great temple, and also of the mighty Angkorian civilisation.

  • Angkor Thom South Gate - The South Gate is one of the five gates of Angkor Thom (the Ancient Capital City of the Khmer Empire). The gate flanked by a row of 54 stone figures on each side was the entrance to the fortified city of Angkor Thom. At the height of its greatness, Angkor Thom had a population of more than one million people and was larger in size than the city of London. It is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Angkor Wat area.

  • Bayon Temple - The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the 13th century as the state temple of King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman’s capital. The Bayon’s most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and smiling stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. You’ll see its beautifully crafted central towers, covered in more than 200 enormous faces. The temple has two sets of bas-reliefs, which present a combination of mythological, historical and mundane scenes. The outer wall of the outer gallery features a series of bas-reliefs depicting historical events and scenes from the everyday life of the Angkorian Khmer. The inner gallery bas-reliefs depict mythological events.

  • Baphuon Temple - Baphuon is located in Angkor Thom, northwest of the Bayon. Built in the mid-11th century, it is a three-tiered temple mountain built as the state temple. The temple adjoins the southern enclosure of the Royal Palace and measures 120 metres east-west by 100 metres north-south at its base and stands 34 meters tall without its tower, which would have made it roughly 50 meters tall. Its appearance apparently impressed Temür Khan’s late of the 13th century envoy Chou Ta-kuan during his visit from 1296 to 1297, who said Bayon was the Tower of Gold and Baphuon was ‘the Tower of Bronze…a truly astonishing spectacle, with more than ten chambers at its base.

  • Angkor Thom - Hidden Gem:
    Your guide will take to you a place that most tourists have never seen it. Travel is the only thing you buy that makes you richer.

  • Phimeanakas - Phimeanakas (celestial temple) or Vimeanakas built at the end of the 10th century, during the reign of Rajendravarman (from 941-968), then completed by Suryavarman I in the shape of the three tier pyramids as a Hindu temple. On top of the pyramid there was a tower, while on the edge of the top platform there are galleries. Phimeanakas is located inside the walled enclosure of the Royal Palace of Angkor Thom.

  • Terrace of the Leper King - The famous Terrace of the Leper King. The U-shaped structure is thought by some to have been used as a royal cremation site. It was built in the 13th century under King Jayavarman VII, though its modern name derives from a 15th-century sculpture discovered at the site. The statue depicts the Hindu god Yama, the god of death.

  • Terrace of the Elephants - The 350 m long Terrace of Elephants was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king’s grand audience. Some local Khmer residents call it “the Ancient Khmer Stadium”. It was built in the 13th century under King Jayavarman VII.

  • Angkor Thom - Secret stop:
    A majestic place that set the tone for the day’s adventure. Don’t listen to what they say, go to see. All journeys have secret destinations of which the travelers are unaware.

  • Ta Prohm Temple - The jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm (Tomb raider temple)– is one of the most atmospheric of all temples in Angkor. Ta Prohm was built in the 13th century. Unlike most Angkorian temples, Ta Prohm is in much the same condition in which it was found, the photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings have made it one of Angkor’s most popular temples with visitors. UNESCO inscribed Ta Prohm on the World Heritage List in 1992. Today, it is one of the most visited complexes in Cambodia’s Angkor region. Ta Prohm was a religious temple located in the center of the Ancient Khmer University during the 12th and 13th centuries.

What's Included
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Private Tuk Tuk ride
  • Complimentary bottled water
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Not Included
  • Temple entrance ticket (USD37.00 per person which covers all temples in this day tour. Child is FOC)
Additional Information

This is a private tour, everything is flexible to your needs. With your expert guide, you’ll spend the whole day exploring the awesome temples of Angkor. Angkor Wat is the world’s largest religious complex. Visit the South Gate of Angkor Thom, Bayon, covered in more than 200 enormous faces. Visit Baphuon, Vimeanakas, it’s located inside the walled enclosure of the Former Royal Palace of Khmer Empire, then explore the famous Terrace of Elephants and the Terrace of Leper King. In the afternoon we visit the jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider temple) – one of the most atmospheric sites of all temples in Angkor. Enjoy your lunch with cold drinks in a local restaurant at the 12th-century temple complex.

• Enjoy photo opportunities
• Avoid the crowds and escape the heat.
• Listen tour guide explanations and share the experiences.

  • Your Tour Guide will send you a Link to purchase the temple entrance e-ticket days in advance.
  • To enter some temples, you have to wear clothes that cover your knees and shoulders. Casual clothes or any others are fine.
  • Please wear flat shoes that are comfortable for walking.
Location
Angkor Wat
Sangkat Nokor Thum,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Hipp13
Dec 15, 2023
Unforgettable Temple Tour in Siem Reap! - “It was an absolute pleasure meeting our guide in Siem Reap! Today’s temple tour was nothing short of magical. Here’s a rundown of the incredible sites we explored: 1. Angkor Wat Temple: A masterpiece that left us in awe of its grandeur and intricate details. 2. Ta Prohm Temple (Tomb Raider): Embraced by nature, the ancient ruins tell a captivating story. 3. The Victoria Gate of Angkor Thom: A majestic entrance that set the tone for the day’s adventure. 4. Terrace of the Leper King: Admired from a Tuk Tuk, the view was captivating and added a unique perspective. 5. Terrace of Elephant: A stunning architectural feat with a rich history. 6. Former Royal Palace and Phimeanakas Temple: Transported us back in time with its regal charm. 7. Baphuon Temple: An archaeological gem that showcased the Khmer craftsmanship. 8. Bayon (Four-faced Temple): Mesmerizing faces carved in stone, each telling a different story. 9. South Gate of Angkor Thom: A grand exit, leaving us with lasting memories. Our guide was not just knowledgeable but also passionate, adding a personal touch to the experience. The well-organized tour allowed us to savor each moment. We highly recommend this tour to fellow travelers seeking a blend of history, culture, and adventure. Grateful for such a memorable day! 🙏 #SiemReapAdventure #TempleTour #FiveStarExperience”
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Kat_erina_knt
Sep 23, 2023
Great experience - We booked a private tour and we loved it! Our guide was great, made the whole experience memorable, and he also helped us get the most great amazing showing us all the best views! Really recommend it!
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Roving18866
Jun 22, 2023
You gotta do this! - Couldn't have asked for a better experience. I highly recommend. My wife accidentally lost her wallet, and they helped us get it back! It took an extra hour, but they took us to the police where it had already been turned in! It left us behind schedule spending that extra hour. I felt sure we would miss out on part of the tour as a result, but no. The tour was resumed without being rushed, and even after spending an extra hour , every effort was made to happily show us everything. They would even offer to turn around if we passed a street vendor offering something we had never tried after all that. The sweet rice in bamboo is good. ;) Highest recommendation possible!
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Anthornyc
Mar 29, 2021
Great introduction to the temples of Angkor. - Our guide Mr Ran was very good knowledge of temples and history excellent! He made the history interesting without going to much! Driver was great no problem at all.
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C9351unausfam
Jun 4, 2020
Great family experience - I enjoyed seeing Angkor Wat and the guide made it enjoyable for my whole family. My children really enjoyed exploring the Bayon and Ta Prohm. Travelling in a tuk tuk was a lot of fun. Being in the open air helped cool us down when it was hot outside. The guide Phath was informative and funny and really helped us to understand the history of the area. We were there just between Christmas and New Year and Siem Reap was very busy. I'm told it's quieter with less people outside that time, so it might be better to visit in a quieter period.
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