Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm & Bakheng Sunset Private Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Angkor Wat

  You will be picked up at the lobby of your hotel. Then, you will be transferred to Angkor Wat and learn about its history and the fascinating stories behind the intricate carvings adorning the walls of the temple galleries.

  2 hours • Admission ticket not included
• 2
  Banteay Kdei

  Banteay Kdei Temple is a serene, sprawling Buddhist monastic complex. Built with a softer, lower-grade sandstone than neighboring temples, much of its outer structure has weathered over centuries into a picturesque semi-ruin. Unlike the bustling paths of Angkor Wat or Ta Prohm, Banteay Kdei offers a quiet, contemplative experience filled with shaded passageways and moss-covered stones.

  20 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  Srah Srang

  Pause at Srah Srang, the ancient "King's Baths," a grand 12th-century royal reservoir measuring over 700 meters across. Step onto the multi-tiered sandstone landing terrace—guarded by stone lions and multi-headed Naga serpents—to admire peaceful, mirror-like views across the water. Historically used by Khmer kings for ceremonial baths, Srah Srang offers a tranquil atmosphere.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Ta Prohm

  Our next stop, Ta Prohm, gained its 21st Century fame from the movie Tomb Raider featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. Today, with Lara long gone, this temple is on the itinerary of most visitors and rightfully so. Many corners of Ta Prohm showcase an intricate relationship between the roots of Spung tree (Tetrameles Nudiflora) and ancient stones covered in moss. Truly a photographer's paradise, don't miss the opportunity to capture your own explorer's moments.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5
  Terrace of the Leper King

  Explore the mystery of the Terrace of the Leper King, a 12th-century royal platform famous for its atmospheric passageways and pristine stone carvings. Located in the heart of Angkor Thom, this elevated terrace takes its name from an enigmatic statue believed to represent the Hindu god of death. Walk through the narrow, double-walled stone trench to discover hidden corridors lined with seven tiers of exceptionally preserved deep-relief carvings depicting mythological underworld deities, celestial maidens, and multi-headed Nagas.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 6
  Terrace of the Elephants

  Stand where Khmer royalty once gathered at the Terrace of the Elephants, a monumental 300-meter sandstone platform overlooking the ancient Royal Square of Angkor Thom. Built by King Jayavarman VII as a grand viewing stage for royal processions and military parades, the terrace takes its name from the near life-sized carvings of elephants stretching across its walls. Stroll along the platform to admire detailed stone reliefs of mahouts, mythical Garudas, and three-headed lotus-gathering elephants that highlight the grand architectural heritage of the Khmer Empire.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 7
  Phimeanakas

  Hidden within the shaded jungle of the ancient Royal Palace enclosure stands Phimeanakas, the 10th-century "Celestial Palace" of the Khmer kings. Constructed as a steep, three-tiered laterite pyramid, this private royal sanctuary was once topped with a golden tower rich in myth and history. Discover the famous legend of the King and the nine-headed Naga serpent spirit, explore the surrounding shaded grounds, and view the ancient stone-lined royal bathing ponds located within the royal complex.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 8

  Walk along the dramatic elevated sandstone causeway to discover Baphuon Temple, an 11th-century "temple mountain" dedicated to Lord Shiva. Rising as a magnificent three-tiered pyramid within the heart of Angkor Thom, Baphuon features steep stairways, grand stone gopuras (entrance pavilions), and intricate wall reliefs. On its western side, marvel at the extraordinary 70-meter Reclining Buddha built into the temple wall during the 16th century, representing one of the most remarkable architectural restorations in ancient history.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 9
  Bayon Temple

  In the very center of Angkor Thom lies Bayon Temple—silent witnesses of time, where 216 enigmatic stone faces gaze across the horizon from multi-tiered towers. As you explore this architectural maze, discover intricate wall bas-reliefs depicting ancient Khmer market life and historical battles, while your guide highlights the premier angles for capturing photos among the serene stone faces.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 10
  Angkor Thom South Gate

  This is a majestic South Gate, the best-preserved entrance to King Jayavarman VII’s 12th-century capital. Cross the grand stone bridge flanked by 108 guardian statues—gods on one side and demons on the other—holding the giant serpent body in a depiction of the sacred Churning of the Ocean of Milk. Beneath the towering 23-meter gate featuring four serenely smiling stone faces, capture iconic photos.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 11
  Phnom Bakheng

  Ascend Phnom Bakheng, a 9th-century hilltop temple mountain built by King Yasovarman I to anchor the first capital of the Khmer Empire. Climb the stone steps through shaded jungle paths to reach the five-tiered sandstone pyramid representing Mount Meru. Surrounded by 108 historic towers, stand on the summit terrace to enjoy panoramic views over the vast forest canopy and catch a golden sunset over the landscape of Angkor Park.

  1 hour • Admission ticket included

Additional info

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

Tags