Explore Siem Reap: Private 5-Day Angkor Temple Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Angkor Wat Sunrise, Bayon & Tomb Raider Temple Tour
6 stops
1
Angkor Wat
Begin your morning with a 4:30 AM hotel pickup and head straight to Angkor Wat to catch the first light of day. Find a spot by the iconic lotus pond to capture the temple’s reflection as the dawn sky shifts colors, or choose your own vantage point for photos. Once the sunrise fades, venture inside the grand galleries to discover the ancient history and detailed stone carvings that bring the Angkor Empire to life.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
2
Angkor Thom
Cross the South Gate bridge of Angkor Thom, guarded by famous stone statues of gods and demons holding the sacred Naga serpent. Arrive at Bayon Temple to admire its 54 towers adorned with iconic smiling faces. Afterward, stroll past Baphuon and the peaceful pools of Phimeanakas to reach the Elephant Terrace, the ancient royal audience hall.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
3
Thommanon
Discover Thommanon, an elegantly preserved 12th-century Hindu temple built during the reign of King Suryavarman II. Standing as one of a matching architectural pair, its name originates from the Pali words Dhamma ("Buddhist Teachings") and Nanda ("supreme wisdom"). Explore its remarkably intact stone carvings and admire the fine craftsmanship that reflects the classic Angkor Wat era.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
4
Chau Say Tevoda
Situated just east of Angkor Thom and directly across Victory Way from Thommanon, Chau Say Tevoda is a mid-12th-century Hindu temple built during the peak Angkor Wat style. Dedicated to Shiva and Vishnu, it is renowned for its well-preserved architecture and exceptionally detailed, unique carvings of devatas (female divine spirits).
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
5
Ta Prohm
Famous worldwide as the setting for Lara Croft: Tomb Raider, Ta Prohm is one of Angkor’s most iconic and atmospheric temples. Here, giant roots of massive Spung trees (Tetrameles nudiflora) weave through moss-covered stone walls and ancient corridors. It’s a photographer’s paradise where nature and history blend seamlessly, offering unforgettable explorer-style photo opportunities.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
6
Srah Srang
Visit Srah Srang, known as the "Royal Baths"—a vast 10th-century reservoir that still holds peaceful waters today. After taking in the lakeside views, take a short walk to Banteay Kdei, a sprawling, labyrinthine Buddhist temple filled with serene stone carvings, tree-lined courtyards, and quiet corridors.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 2
Grand Circuit Highlights & Forest Temples
7 stops
7
Preah Khan
Enjoy hotel pickup before transferring to Preah Khan, a magnificent 12th-century temple where towering tree roots dramatically embrace stone corridors—giving Ta Prohm serious competition for atmosphere. Guided by your expert, navigate its vast maze of intricate wall carvings and discover Angkor’s only two-story stone structure, a unique architectural highlight set atop high columns.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
8
Neak Pean
Constructed in roughly the same period as Preah Khan, Neak Pean offers a different view altogether. Located in the centre of the Northern Baray, this temple is essentially an island and most impressive to view in the wet season. The long raised wooden causeway leading to the temple is surrounded by water and submerged tree trunks lend the scene a ghostly appearance.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
9
Ta Som
Head east from Neak Pean to explore Ta Som, a charming late 12th-century Buddhist temple built by King Jayavarman VII in honor of his father, King Dharanindravarman II. Though smaller in scale, it features serene stone towers and a famous eastern gopura (gate) framed by the roots of a giant sacred fig tree—a highlight for photo enthusiasts.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
10
Eastern Mebon
Visit East Mebon, a 10th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva and built in tribute to King Rajendravarman’s parents. Originally accessible only by boat at the center of an artificial lake, it now features impressive stone elephant statues at its corners and grand carved tower sanctuaries.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
11
Pre Rup
Explore Pre Rup, a 10th-century Hindu temple-mountain built as King Rajendravarman’s state temple. Constructed using a striking mix of brick, laterite, and sandstone, this grand pyramid site features grand staircases, intricate stone carvings, and panoramic views across the park.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
12
Banteay Samre
Situated just 400 meters east of the East Baray, Banteay Samré is a beautifully preserved 12th-century Hindu temple built during the reigns of Suryavarman II and Yasovarman II. Constructed in the iconic Angkor Wat architectural style, it features impressive inner enclosure walls, grand carved pediments, and peaceful, uncrowded courtyards.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
13
Phnom Bok Temple
Phnom Bok is the 212-meter-high hill with brick-built temples from around the same period built by Yasovarman I, who reigned 889–910 AD.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 3
Kbal Spean Jungle Hike & Banteay Srei Pink Sandstone Temple
2 stops
14
Kbal Spean
Hike through lush jungle trails to reach Kbal Spean, the famed "River of a Thousand Lingas." Conquer a scenic 3 km trek along a well-maintained path and wooden staircases to discover intricate stone carvings etched into the ancient riverbed. Afterward, enjoy a relaxing local lunch break to unwind during the warmest part of the afternoon.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
15
Banteay Srei
Explore Banteay Srei, famous for its remarkably detailed bas-reliefs sculpted into warm pink sandstone. Unlike the massive stone monuments of Angkor, this late 10th-century temple is smaller in scale but unparalleled in artistry. Afterwards, stop by a local village to learn about traditional palm sugar making.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
Day 4
Beng Mealea Mysterious Jungle Temple & Roluos Group Expedition
3 stops
16
Prasat Beng Mealea
Journey to Beng Mealea, an intriguing mid-12th-century jungle temple showcasing a rare blend of Hindu and Buddhist art. Navigating this vast ruin is easy and safe thanks to elevated wooden boardwalks, which offer incredible vantage points over the moss-covered stones and tangled vegetation—a sight that is especially breathtaking during the lush wet season.
2 hours • Admission ticket free
17
Roluos Temples
Drive through picturesque Cambodian countryside back toward Siem Reap, stopping to explore the late 9th-century Roluos Temple Group—the ancient first capital of the Khmer Empire. Accompanied by your guide, discover key sites including Preah Ko, the intricate four-towered Lolei, and the majestic Bakong, an imposing pyramid-style temple-mountain encircled by a water-filled moat.
3 hours • Admission ticket free
18
Prasat Prei Monti
Discover Prei Monti, a tranquil 9th-century Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva. Nestled peacefully in the heart of a local rural village, this lesser-visited site offers a quiet, authentic look at early Hariharalaya-era architecture away from the main crowds.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free
Day 5
Tonle Sap Lake Cruise, Artisans Angkor & Cultural City Tour
4 stops
19
Chong Kneas Floating Village
Board a traditional wooden boat to cruise across Tonle Sap, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake. Visit Chong Kneas, the region's largest floating community, where three distinct ethnic groups live in harmony with the lake's seasonal water levels. Experience life on the water as you navigate past floating houses, schools, and markets along the shore.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
20
Prasat Phnom Krom
Ascend Phnom Krom, a hilltop 9th-century temple complex offering sweeping panoramic views over Tonle Sap Lake and the surrounding countryside. From this elevated vantage point, observe the daily rhythms of local fishing and farming villages stretching across the horizon below.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
21
Wat Bo Temple
Wat Bo is one of the oldest Buddhist monastery in Siem Reap. The temple has few visitors but nonetheless is worth visiting for its beautiful wall.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
22
Artisans Angkor
The Artisans d'Angkor workshop where skilled artists produce gorgeous pieces of lacquer, stone carvings and silver plating and seeing them at work shows the positive direction of the path Cambodia finds itself on today. If you don't find your souvenirs and gifts here then perhaps the Old Market will have what you are looking for. Browse and use your bartering skills to bring home your memories of Siem Reap.
1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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