Cambodia · Religious & Spiritual

1-Day Angkor Wat Temple Tour with Preah Khan and Neak Pean

1 Day Round trip from Krong Siem Reap Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument
02 Learn about ancient funeral rituals at Pre Rup Temple
03 Visit East Mebon and Neak Pean, both built on artificial islands
04 See Ta Som, one of the smaller temples in the Angkor complex
05 Discover Preah Khan Temple, built to commemorate victory over the Chams

Explore Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument, on a full-day journey through some of the Angkor complex's most fascinating temples. Learn about ancient funeral rituals at Pre Rup, visit East Mebon and Neak Pean on their artificial island settings, and see Ta Som, one of the smaller temples in the complex. The tour concludes at Preah Khan Temple, built on the site of King Jayavarman VII's victory over the Chams in 1191.

Explore Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument, on a full-day journey through some of the Angkor complex's most fascinating temples.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Siem Reap

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Angkor Wat and the Temples of the Angkor Complex

Take a short ride to the Angkor Wat temple complex.
Explore Pre Rup Temple, which was built by King Rajendravarman II in the 10th century. The temple's name translates to "turn the body," and it is believed that funerals were held there.
Make your way to East Mebon Temple. This temple was built on a small artificial island in the middle of the Eastern Baray and was only accessible by boat during the Khmer Empire. The lake has since dried up, and the temple is now accessible on foot.
Continue to Ta Som Temple. It is one of the smaller temples in the Angkor complex, consisting of a single tower monument surrounded by three walls.
After lunch, head to Neak Pean Temple. This temple is also built on an artificial island in the middle of Jayatataka Baray. The name of the temple means "The Entwined Serpents," and it was originally built for medical purposes. It is widely believed that bathing in the pools surrounding the temple can cure diseases and ailments.
Finish the tour with a visit to Preah Khan Temple. It was constructed on the site of King Jayavarman VII's victory over the Chams, who invaded in 1191, and its name means "The Holy City of Victory" or "Royal Sword."