Cambodia · Monuments

Full-Day Angkor Wat Temple Tour in Siem Reap with Angkor Thom

1 Day Round trip from Angkor Thom Angkor Archeological Park Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Angkor Thom, the biggest city in the Khmer Empire
02 See the carved faces of the 12th-century South Gate
03 Visit Bayon Temple, a richly decorated Khmer Buddhist temple
04 Discover Ta Prohm and the iconic Angkor Wat complex

See the main temples of the Angkor Wat complex and learn about the ancient history of the Angkor period, Buddhism, and Hinduism. Major attractions include Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, the Terrace of the Leper King, the Terrace of the Elephants, Baphuon Temple, the Royal Palace, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Wat. Discover the archaeological wonders of these remarkable sites and enjoy sightseeing at different locations on this full-day tour in Siem Reap.

See the main temples of the Angkor Wat complex and learn about the ancient history of the Angkor period, Buddhism, and Hinduism.

From the itinerary

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 Thom, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Wat

Morning:

Visit Angkor Thom, the biggest city in the Khmer Empire.
- South Gate: a city gate dating to the 12th century, with carved faces and stone figures lining the causeway.
- Bayon Temple: a richly decorated Khmer Buddhist temple at Angkor in Cambodia.
- Terrace of the Leper King: the main statue depicts the Hindu god Yama, the god of death.
- Terrace of the Elephants: this terrace was used by Angkor's king Jayavarman VII as a platform to view his victorious returning army.
- Baphuon Temple: the temple is dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva.
- Royal Palace: excavations have revealed findings from the 10th century at this site.

Afternoon: