Begin your day early as your licensed English-speaking tour guide and private driver pick you up from your hotel at 4:30 AM for a journey to the heart of Cambodia’s cultural heritage, Angkor Archaeological Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1992.
Sunrise at Angkor Wat
Arrive at Angkor Wat just in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise behind its iconic towers a truly unforgettable moment. After sunrise, continue your guided exploration of Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world, rich in symbolism, detailed carvings, and spiritual significance. Return to your hotel for breakfast.
Morning Exploration: Angkor Thom & Jungle Temples
After breakfast, resume your adventure:
- South Gate of Angkor Thom: Admire the grand entrance flanked by gods and demons.
- Bayon Temple: Famous for its mysterious smiling stone faces.
- Baphuon & Phimeanakas: Ancient temples once part of the royal palace complex.
- Terrace of the Elephants & Terrace of the Leper King: Intricately carved ceremonial platforms.
- Ta Nei: A peaceful, lesser-known jungle temple.
- Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider Temple): Embrace the haunting beauty of nature intertwined with ruins; made famous by the film Tomb Raider.
Lunch Break: Enjoy a break and lunch at a local restaurant.
Afternoon Visit: Final Highlights
- Banteay Kdei: A charming monastic complex still wrapped in jungle atmosphere.
- Prasat Kravan: A smaller temple known for its rare brick carvings of Vishnu.
Return to Hotel: After a full day of discovery, return to your hotel in Siem Reap, filled with memories of Cambodia’s ancient wonders.