After the guide collects guests from their hotel, the journey begins from the lively city of Siem Reap to the Angkor Wat Temples.

Old and New Angkor Wat

What the world knows as Angkor Wat is actually a collection of numerous temples that were part of this ancient Kingdom. The tour starts with the most renowned “old” and “new” Angkor Wat temples. Upon first sight, these temples, one of the Wonders of the World, impress with their immense scale and beauty. Time is taken to explore these two expansive temples, admiring their stunning architecture, statues, and carvings.

South Gate - Bayon Temple - Elephant Temple - Leper King

After morning tea, the exploration of the ancient Kingdom continues with the majestic South Gate and Bayon Temple, famous for its stone carvings. Before lunch, the tour visits the Royal Terraces, which include the Terrace of the Elephants to the South and the Terrace of the Leper King to the North, forming the Eastern boundary of the ancient Royal Palace grounds.

These terraces face the parade grounds where processions, parades, and other events were held. The King would observe these events from the Elephant terrace, which also served as an audience hall for listening to the citizens’ complaints and issues.

Lunch

Guests will enjoy a traditional Khmer lunch at a local restaurant and relax before continuing to explore more of this vast and beautiful ancient Kingdom.

Ta Prohm

Ta Prohm, one of the most famous temples in Angkor, is known for the enormous trees and massive roots growing out of its walls. This jungle temple was featured in the adventure movie “The Tomb Raider,” with several scenes filmed at Ta Prohm.

Ta Prohm remains largely as it was when discovered, with Henri Marchal, curator and conservator of the EFEO, conducting basic clearing work in 1920. Only essential work to prevent further deterioration and collapse was done. The stunning jungle setting and the temple’s original state have made it one of the most visited Angkor temples.

Rolous Group

To conclude the day, the tour travels to the “Roluos Group” of temples, some of the earliest permanent structures built by the Khmer. These temples mark the beginning of the classical period of Khmer civilization, dating from the late 9th century. Some were entirely constructed with bricks, while others used laterite or sandstone.

The group consists of three major temples: Bakong, Lolei, and Preah Ko, along with the small Prasat Prei Monti. At both Bakong and Lolei, there are contemporary Buddhist monasteries where visitors can observe monks in their daily routines.

Points of Interest

• Green Cultural Travel

• Hotel pick-up and drop-off
• Air conditioned vehicle during tours
• Experienced English Speaking Guide
• Bottled water
• Tea and coffee
• Set menu lunch at the local restaurant

• Gratuities

Take in the ancient kingdom of Angkor Wat in this one day private guided tour. Considered one of the wonders of the world, the beauty and sheer scale of this majestic series of temples will leave you breathless. We include a visit to the Rolous group of monuments which are some of the earliest known Khmer structures. Including a traditional lunch, your private guide will take you on a day you will remember forever.

• Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 or more paying adults and is 50% of the adult two person price
• Children must be accompanied by an adult

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