Angkor Wat Small-Group Exploration
From$18
6 hours – 7 hours
Siem Reap, Cambodia
About this activity
Join a small-group tour to explore Angkor Wat's temples, including Bayon and Ta Prohm, with an expert guide in 6-7 hours.
Highlights
- Explore Angkor Wat's intricate architecture
- Visit Bayon Temple's iconic stone faces
- Discover Ta Prohm's jungle-clad ruins
- Experience the grandeur of Angkor Thom
- Learn about Khmer history from expert guides
Full description
Dive into Cambodia's rich history with a small-group tour of Angkor Wat's most iconic temples. Led by an expert guide, you'll uncover the mysteries of Angkor Wat's intricate architecture, marvel at the stone faces of Bayon Temple, and wander through the jungle-clad ruins of Ta Prohm. This 6-7 hour adventure offers hotel pickup and drop-off, ensuring a seamless experience. Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Angkor Thom and gain insights into the Khmer Empire's legacy. Perfect for history enthusiasts and culture seekers alike, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through Cambodia's ancient wonders.
Included / Excluded
- Expert local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Angkor Wat is a temple complex at Angkor, Cambodia, built for the king Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation – first Hindu, dedicated to the god Vishnu, then Buddhist. It is the world's largest religious building. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It is designed to represent Mount Meru, home of the devas in Hindu mythology: within a moat and an outer wall 3.6 kilometers (2.2 mi) long are three rectangular galleries, each raised above the next. At the center of the temple stands a quincunx of towers. Unlike most Angkorian temples, Angkor Wat is oriented to the west; scholars are divided as to the significance of this. The temple is admired for the grandeur and harmony of the architecture, its extensive bas-reliefs and for the numerous guardian spirits adorning its walls.
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NO
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Angkor Thom Capital city of the Khmer empire built at the end of the 12th century NameAngkor Thom Datelate 12th century KingJayavarman VII Location North of Angkor Wat, between West Baray and East Baray Near byAngkor Wat, Preah Khan, Phnom Bakheng Angkor Thom is an almost square city surrounded by 8 meter high walls a little over 12 kilometers long with five impressive gopura gates providing access to the city. The city’s name translates to “large city” or “great city”. King Jayavarman VII made Angkor Thom the new capital of the Khmer Kingdom after driving out the Chams , who destroyed the old capital Yasodharapura. He fortified the city by building a high wall around it, in turn enclosed by a 100 meter wide moat.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman's capital, Angkor Thom. A peculiarity of the Bayon is the absence of an enclosing wall. It is, though, protected by the wall surrounding the city of Angkor Thom. The basic plan of the Bayon is a simple one comprising three levels (1-3). The first and second levels are square galleries featuring bas-reliefs. A circular Central Sanctuary dominates the third level. Despite this seemingly simple plan, the arrangement of the Bayon is complex, with a maze of galleries, passages and steps connected in a way that make the levels practically indistinguishable and creates dim lighting, narrow walkways, and low ceilings. The temples decorated with more than 200 smiling faces on its tower.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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Ta Prohm's state of ruin is a state of beauty, which is investigated with delight and left with regret. Ta Prohm is locating southwest of the East Mebon and east of Angkor Thom. Its outer enclosure is near the corner of Banteay Kdei. It can be accessed by enter the monument from the west and leave from the east entrance. Tip: Ta Prohm is especially serene and beautiful in the early morning. A torch and a compass are useful for visiting this temple at all times. It was built about mid-12th century to early 13th century (1186) by the King Jayavarman VII, dedicated to the mother of the king (Buddhist) replica to Bayon style of art. Ta Prohm is among the largest of the monuments in the Angkor complex, the in scrimption gives an idea of the size of the temple. The complex included 260 statues of gods, 39 towers with pinnacles and 566 groups of residences. Ta Prohm comprises a series of long low buildings standing on one level, which are enclosed by rectangular laterite wall (600 by 1,000 meters, 1,959 by 3,281 feet). Only traces of the wall are still visible. The center of the monument is reached by a series of towers connected with passages. This arrangement forms a ' sort of sacred way into the heart of the monument’; three-square galleries enclose the area.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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This tour concludes with return transfer to your hotel or any requested drop off point within the city center.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
- Photography is allowed; however, tripods may be restricted.
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
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Good to know
- Long pants or knee-length skirts/dresses are required for visiting the temples
- Variable group size depends on number of bookings each day
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Normally our guide will stop at a local restaurant in the national park for lunch during lunch time and it can be more expensive than restaurants in town, but it is only best choice on this tour.
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Informative and enjoyable Angkor Wat tour
Really enjoyed our day trip to Angkor Wat tour. Our tour guide Burong was well experienced and very knowledgeable and explained everything in very good English. Our driver was very attentive and ensured we had cool drinking water throughout the day. The little detail of handing out cold flannel each time we came back to the car was very much appreciated in the heat. We felt very well looked after.
vanitah2015Apr 20, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Wonderful morning exploring the sites
Had the opportunity to see and learn about Angkor Wat and the neighboring sites. Nak was an excellent guide. Spoke great English, was very knowledgeable and gave me enough time to see all I wanted. Highly recommend him and this tour.
doughS940RHApr 18, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Very nice tour
It was very good. Our tour guide whose name was Nak as well as our driver were very friendly and knowledgeable. All in all we were very happy and pleased with the experience.
ttajrobeApr 14, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Recommended.
Good experience. Roem is a knowledgeable guide.
beachinTravelsMar 12, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Great!
Fabulous. Friendly, prompt, safe. I ended up booking last minute and got a private tour. Guide is very informative and friendly- like going with a friend. Highly recommend
sarahkO9983ITFeb 3, 2026TRIPADVISOR
Additional information
Long pants or knee-length skirts/dresses are required for visiting the temples
Variable group size depends on number of bookings each day
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Normally our guide will stop at a local restaurant in the national park for lunch during lunch time and it can be more expensive than restaurants in town, but it is only best choice on this tour.