Cambodia · Archaeology

2-Day Angkor Temple and Floating Village Tour from Siem Reap

2 Days Round trip from Krong Siem Reap Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Angkor Thom's south gate, Baphun Temple, and the Grand Palace location
02 Discover Taprohm, the jungle temple where Tomb Raider was filmed
03 Admire Bayon's iconic face towers and carvings of daily life and wars against the Champa
04 Immerse yourself in life at a floating village within a UNESCO-designated biosphere
05 See local attractions such as the market, Artisans of Angkor, or enjoy a pottery class

Embark on an enriching 2-day tour through Angkor Archaeological Park, with an extensive morning exploration of Wat, a visit to Taprohm's jungle temple where Tomb Raider was filmed, and time to admire the intricately carved Bayon temple within the expansive Angkor Thom city. The experience continues with authentic local encounters at the floating village, home to thousands of families for centuries and part of a UNESCO-designated biosphere. Along the way, discover key landmarks such as the south gate, Baphun Temple, and the Grand Palace location, with opportunities to see local artisans and enjoy a pottery class.

Next, continue to Taprohm, the jungle temple where Tomb Raider was filmed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Angkor Wat, Taprohm, and Angkor Thom Temples

This tour allows visitors to experience three major temples in the archaeological park, starting with a morning visit to Wat, which takes about three hours to explore.
Next, continue to Taprohm, the jungle temple where Tomb Raider was filmed.
Conclude the first day at Angkor Thom city, where numerous temples occupy the central 9 square kilometre area. The most impressive is the iconic Bayon, featuring multiple face towers and fascinating carvings depicting daily life and historical wars against the Champa enemy. Visit the south gate of the city, the famous Bayon, Baphun Temple, and the location of the Grand Palace in the afternoon.

Day 02

Floating Village and Local Cultural Experiences

On the second day, immerse yourself in local life at the floating village, home to thousands of families for centuries. This ecological site was designated a UNESCO biosphere in 1998.
Enjoy a local lunch in the afternoon.
See attractions such as the market, visit the artisans of Angkor, or enjoy a pottery class.

Where this trip takes you

Bayon, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, floating village

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Krong Siem Reap 1 city · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

A local licensed tour guide who speaks English
Private air-conditioned transportation (Toyota, mini-van, SUV)
Mineral water and towels served during the tour

What's Not Included

Meals
Entrance fee to the area of the visit
Any personal expenses

What to bring

Wear long sleeves and long pants to enter the temples.
Use sun protection for your skin.
Make sure your battery is fully charged.

Know before you go

Children should be accompanied by an adult.
This tour is suitable for all ages.
The tour is private and flexible.
We try to avoid the crowds and get the best angle shots. Enjoy the three major temples in Angkor Park. This is a great tour experience during your stay in Siem Reap.

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