• Angkor Wat - The tour begins with a drive to the less crowded East Gate of Angkor Wat, where visitors can enjoy the temple in the beautiful morning light. The tour will also include a visit to the renowned West Gate at the end, allowing for a second, shorter exploration of the world’s largest temple.
• Prasat Kravan - The next stop is Prasat Kravan, a small temple featuring five aligned towers. It is notable for its large brick carvings, unlike other Angkor carvings made from sandstone.
• Prasat Bat Chum - Bat Chum is a small temple with three Prasat towers on a shared platform. It holds historical significance due to inscriptions indicating Buddhism’s early presence in Angkor, predating the Buddhist King Jayavarman VII. It is a unique site, not often visited by tourists.
• Srah Srang - The terrace with animal sculptures at Srah Srang is quite scenic. Unlike Barays, Srahs are artificially deepened basins. Srah Srang, a smaller but intricate basin, was likely used for ceremonies. It was initiated by a Buddhist prime minister in the 10th century and rebuilt by a Buddhist king in the late 12th century.
• Banteay Kdei - Banteay Kdei, the smaller counterpart to the famous jungle temple Ta Prohm, is still a large complex. Its flat temple has a labyrinthine layout, but visitors need not worry about getting lost.

After visiting Banteay Kdei, there will be a lunch break at the nearby Srah Srang reservoir, offering a selection of excellent restaurants.

Alternatively, visitors can return to town for lunch, but this detour would incur additional driver costs and extend the tour to over 9 to 10 hours.

• Ta Prohm Temple - Ta Prohm is the renowned jungle temple of Cambodia, enveloped by massive strangler figs. It is a vast temple complex, inviting thorough exploration.
• Ta Nei Temple - Ta Nei remains hidden in the jungle, accessible only by gravel roads, making it a less frequented site. Its ruins offer an “Indiana Jones” experience and feature exquisite relief art.
• Ta Keo - Ta Keo, a former state temple, is an artificial mountain with a stepped pyramid design. The stairs to the top platform, where five Prasats are located, are notably steep.
• Spean Thma - Enjoy a photo stop at Spean Thma, a stone bridge from the late Angkor period, constructed using stones from earlier temples. The riverbed has since shifted eastward.
• Chau Say Tevoda - Chau Say Tevoda is a charming medium-sized temple with an impressive eastern processional route and numerous pediment carvings depicting mythological themes.
• Thommanon - Thommanon, the sister temple of Chau Say Tevoda, dates back to the Angkor Wat period. Its towers share the same architectural style as Angkor Wat.
• The Victory Gate - The Victory Gate is the second eastern gate of Angkor Thom and is one of the best-preserved city gates. Climbing the wall offers a stunning view of the southern giant face of the gate, beautifully framed by trees.
• Bayon Temple - At the iconic Bayon Temple in the heart of Angkor Thom, there will be a brief photo stop during the “Small Tour.”
• Angkor Thom South Gate - Take time to appreciate the iconic South Gate of Angkor Thom, with its face tower and railings formed by rows of giant statues depicting demons and gods, a must-see in Angkor.

In line with our animal welfare policy, we do not offer elephant rides at Angkor Thom.

• Angkor Wat - Late afternoon is ideal for photographing the towers of Angkor Wat reflected in the temple ponds and moats. Visitors will have another half-hour at this famous temple, already explored in the morning.

A stationary balloon ride is also available, offering a bird’s-eye view of Angkor Wat. Late afternoon is perfect for photography here as well.

• Wat Thmey (Killing Fields) - Wat Thmey features a small memorial stupa for Khmer Rouge victims and photo boards displaying images of those who perished. The open grounds also include a large prayer hall.
• Siem Reap - Drop-off will be at the hotel or any preferred location in the vibrant town center of Siem Reap, known for its lively markets.

• English-speaking driver
• In-vehicle air conditioning

• Angkor Ticket (valid for all temples; 1 day: 37.-US$ per person)
• Lunch

Enjoy a private tour with an English-speaking driver in an air-conditioned vehicle, as you explore each temple independently, while your driver patiently waits in the parking lot.

The highlights of the aptly named ‘Small Tour’ include Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom. We aim to make this tour unique by tweaking the standard Small Tour in two ways: First, Angkor Wat will be visited twice – an initial two-hour visit and a short 30-minute visit at the close of the tour, ensuring you witness the magnificence of the complex in the best lighting. Second, you get to explore two additional ‘hidden gem’ sites, including a fascinating ‘lost temple in the jungle’.

A lunch break will be scheduled at Srah Srang reservoir, home to multiple quality restaurants. Alternately, the driver can transport you to a different location, subject to your agreement on compensating the additional miles covered.

Please note, to access each temple an Angkor Ticket is required which isn’t included in the tour price: 1 day: $37 per person. However, most guests favor the multi-day tickets.

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