Angkor Wat Private Day Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Angkor Wat's majestic temples
- Visit Bayon Temple's iconic faces
- Discover Ta Prohm's jungle-clad ruins
- Experience Angkor Thom's ancient city
- Enjoy a private, personalized tour
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- English-speaking guide
- Meals and drinks
Itinerary
The guide will pick up you at 8 am from your hotel and we will start this day with exploring the temples of UNESCO listed Angkor National Park, the World Heritage site and it's the World Largest Religious Monument. Pay the entrance fee on your own account at the ticket office where we will stop for you to buy one and make your way with the guide to the first stop at Angkor Wat to visit the largest and most impressive of all Angkor temples, considered among one of the 7th Wonders of the World.
Angkor Wat was built between 1113-1150 AD and dedicated to Vishnu, the Hindu god of preservation. It's the best preserved of all the temples. Its layout and its scale are simply breathtaking, the wall surrounding the enclosure measures 1,000 by 800 meters and the moat, said to represent the oceans of the world is 200 meters wide. Angkor Wat is an architectural allegory of the mythical Mount Meru in the center of the world (Himalaya). This amazing temple homes the longest continuous bas relief in the world, which runs along the outer gallery walls.
We also explore the Angkor Thom complex. Its vast walls, some 6m wide, 8m high and 13km in length contain many monuments. Inside the walls the king, his relatives and officials, military officers and priests took residence, the rest of the people lived outside of the great enclosure, between the two artificial lakes. Our visit will begin with the South Gate, a beautiful introduction to Angkor Thom with well-restored statues of Asuras (demons) and gods lining the bridge.
Inside the complex, we will first visit the Bayon with 200 endless smiling faces. This temple mountain situated in the center of Angkor Thom City where sets the Bayon apart from many other Angkor monuments
and we will continue to the Elephant Terrace, which owes its name to its outstanding depiction of these animals and the Terrace of Leper King, which presents a magnificent sculpture, popularly known as the leper king.
In Ta Prohm, get enchanted with the sight of the ruins taken over by tree roots, a demonstration of the awesome power of nature. Learn how the controversial site was left by French archaeologists to the destructive power of the jungle. Return to your hotel after tour.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is conducted in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off are included; provide your accommodation details upon booking.
- Meals and drinks are not included; plan accordingly.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a refillable water bottle to stay hydrated.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Only pants or knee-length skirts/dresses are permitted
- Good walking shoes
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide available with additional surcharge, so please advise if other languages is required depends on availability
Traveler reviews
Best Angkor Wat Tour!
We had Nak as our guide and he was fantastic! He is such an interesting man and was incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. He is a former Buddhist monk and can explain all of the complex principles in a very easy to understand way for a Westerner who knows very little about Eastern religions. To appreciate Angkor Wat, you need a guide like Nak. Nak picked us up at the hotel on time, had a driver ready, and made the tour very easy. All you need to do is relax and have fun. There are a lot of options out there for tours, but Nak’s tour is the best of the best. Do yourself a favor and book this tour.
Siem Reap
Amazing experience touring Siem Reap with Nak. He is so knowledgeable and made our trip unforgettable. Thank you so much!
The best of times
San picked us up at the hotel and he explained the tour while we drove in a Tuktuk to the entrance for Angkor Wat. He knows so much about this region and the history of the temples. He told us so much great stories and gave us the time to explore ourselves but whenever we would have a question he immediately took the time to answer and he did his utmost best to give us an amazing experience. Nothing but love for San and I hope we’ll meet him again on another visit to Angkor Wat.
Our family had a wonderful experience exploring Angkor Wat with Nak as our private tour guide.
Our family had a wonderful experience exploring Angkor Wat with Nak as our private tour guide. From the beginning, the tour was well organised, comfortable, and flexible, allowing us to explore the temples at our own pace rather than feeling rushed as part of a large group. Nak was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about Cambodia's history. He explained the stories, symbolism, and historical significance of each site in a way that was easy to understand and genuinely fascinating. We left with a much deeper appreciation of the incredible heritage and culture behind Angkor Wat. The only aspect that could be improved was the lunch stop. The restaurant chosen was significantly more expensive than many excellent local options in Siem Reap. For future visitors, I would recommend asking to choose your own lunch venue, as there are plenty of fantastic restaurants that offer great food at much better value. Overall, this was an excellent private tour. The comfort, flexibility, and quality of Nak's guiding made it a memorable experience for our family, and I would happily recommend him to anyone wanting an informative and enjoyable visit to Angkor Wat.
Nothing but the best!! Outstanding service and awesome historical story to come with it. Thank you Sophy and Savey!
Sophy was an outstanding guide, and Savy an excellent driver. Their knowledge, professionalism, and friendliness made our temple tour unforgettable. Highly recommended to anyone visiting Cambodia!