Angkor Wonders in a Day: Temples, History & Hidden Beauty

Tour Highlights

• Sunrise at Angkor Wat (Optional)

Begin your day early with the breathtaking sunrise over Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious monument. Enjoy a guided tour exploring its remarkable architecture, intricate carvings, and rich history. (Pick-up time will be arranged according to sunrise schedule.)

• South Gate of Angkor Thom

Enter the ancient walled city through its impressive South Gate, flanked by majestic statues of gods and demons along the stone causeway.

• Bayon Temple (Angkor Thom City)

Explore the iconic Bayon Temple, famous for its serene smiling stone faces and detailed bas-reliefs depicting everyday life and historical events of the Khmer Empire.

• Baphuon Temple

Visit the grand Baphuon Temple, a pyramid-style structure once described as a “towering bronze mountain,” offering stunning views and a remarkable restoration story.

• Phimeanakas Temple

Discover Phimeanakas, the royal pyramid temple within the ancient palace grounds, known for its unique design and historical significance.

• Terrace of the Elephants

Stroll along the Terrace of the Elephants, a grand platform used by the Khmer kings for public ceremonies, adorned with beautifully carved elephant reliefs.

• Ta Prohm Temple (Jungle Temple)

Experience the mystical atmosphere of Ta Prohm, where giant trees and tangled roots intertwine with ancient stone walls—an unforgettable example of nature reclaiming history.

• Preah Khan Temple – The Sacred Sword Temple

Built in the 12th century by King Jayavarman VII, Preah Khan once served as a royal city and Buddhist monastery. Surrounded by moats and jungle, it features intricate carvings, long corridors, and ancient trees growing through the temple’s stones—a perfect symbol of harmony between nature and spirituality.

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Tour Inclusions

• Professional English-speaking tour guide and driver

• Angkor Temple Pass (1-Day Ticket)

• Lunch at a local restaurant

• Guided visit to all listed temples

• Complimentary cool drinking water throughout the tour

• Refreshing wet towels for added comfort

• Safe and reliable private transportation