Cambodia · Religious & Spiritual

2-Day Angkor Wat and Siem Reap Temple Tour with Sunrise and Sunset

2 Days Round trip from Krong Siem Reap Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Get stunning sunrise views at Angkor Wat
  • 02 Marvel at the ancient city of Angkor Thom
  • 03 Visit Bayon Temple and the Elephant and Leper King Terraces
  • 04 Explore Ta Prohm, where scenes from 'Tomb Raider' were filmed
  • 05 See the pink sandstone carvings of Banteay Srei
  • 06 Watch the sunset from Pre Rup temple

Embark on this 2-day religious tour to see the magnificent Angkor Wat and other important temples of Siem Reap. Visit the stunning Ta Prohm, Preah Khan, Banteay Srei, and Banteay Samré temples, and admire the historic capital city of Angkor Thom. From sunrise at Angkor Wat to sunset at Pre Rup, this tour showcases the ancient architecture and spiritual heritage of the Khmer empire.

From sunrise at Angkor Wat to sunset at Pre Rup, this tour showcases the ancient architecture and spiritual heritage of the Khmer empire.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Siem Reap
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Sunrise at Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm

  • In the early morning, meet your guide at 4:40 to go to Angkor Wat for sunrise views. This religious complex is regarded as one of the largest monuments in the world, with masterpiece scriptures of Hindu legends, and belongs to one of the seven finest world heritage sites on earth.

  • Continue to see the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the last city of the ancient Khmer empire.

  • Next, visit Bayon Temple, known for the faces on the four sides of its towers and its connection to Mahayana Buddhism.

  • Walk on to see the Elephant Terrace, the Leper King Terrace, and Suor Prat within the Angkor Thom complex.

  • Continue to the area outside Angkor Thom to see Ta Nei, built by Jayavarman VII. This temple was dedicated to his ancestor. This Buddhist monastery has many giant trees growing on its roof and enclosures, and you can also hear plenty of natural songs from birds and insects here.

  • Then, it will be time for lunch and rest at around 12:00 pm.

  • Head to Ta Prohm temple on the circuit road. This was where a few scenes from the Hollywood film 'Tomb Raider' were shot.

  • On the way back to the hotel, stop at Kravan for its 9th-century brick towers.

  • Return to the hotel.

2
Day 02

Preah Palilay, Preah Khan, Banteay Srei and Pre Rup

  • At 8:00, visit Preah Palilay and then head to Preah Khan temple, built by King Jayavarman VII and dedicated to his father. It is a huge monastic complex and also served as a Buddhist monastery and school, engaging over 1,000 monks.

  • Continue to see Neak Pean, a small island temple located in the middle of the last baray constructed by a Khmer king.

  • Next, stop for lunch on the way to Banteay Srei, which is made of pink carved sandstone and pink laterite, with some of the most delicate decoration.

  • After that, drive to see Banteay Samré temple. This is a less crowded temple that includes inscriptions of many Hindu images on its front sandstone lintels.

  • Proceed to see the sunset at Pre Rup temple, with its five brick towers standing about 50 meters in height.

  • Return to the hotel after all the sightseeing.

Angkor Wat sunrise, Angkor Thom terraces, Ta Prohm tree-rooted ruins, Pre Rup sunset

Where this trip takes you

Angkor Wat sunrise, Angkor Thom terraces, Ta Prohm tree-rooted ruins, Pre Rup sunset

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

  • English-speaking Siem Reap (Cambodian) tour guide

  • Car, van, or bus with air-conditioning

  • Parking fees, tolls, and petrol

  • Cool pure drinking water and towels

  • Private tour

  • Pick-up and drop-off

  • Fruit snack

What's Not Included

  • Angkor Temple Pass

  • Food and soft drinks

  • Other expenses

  • Personal travel insurance

What to bring

  • Suitable clothing that covers the shoulders and knees

  • Sunscreen

  • Anti-mosquito spray

  • Passport copy for children under 12 years old

Know before you go

  • All tourists must wear suitable clothing due to Angkor regulations: shirts covering the shoulders and pants covering the knees.

  • Children under 12 years old do not need an Angkor temple pass, but they must bring a copy of their passport.

  • Near public transportation.

  • Please bring sunscreen and anti-mosquito spray.

  • You will need to stand in front of the camera for your ticket photo at the Ticket Office.

  • Most travellers can participate.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Tour start
Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Krong Siem Reap.

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