Angkor Wat Highlights and Sunrise Guided Tour from Siem Reap
Description
Early start and spend the most beautiful morning at Angkor Wat with amazing sunrise view. Avoid the crowd as possible this 8 hours visit the most beautiful temples in Angkor complex including Angkor Wat, Southgate of Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple - see beautifully crafted central towers covered in more than 200 enormous faces and exploring the maze-like interior of Ta Prohm Temple. Join this top-rated small group tour with an air-conditioned vehicle to explore the major temples during the cooler part of the day.
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Itinerary
We begin with a pre-dawn departure (4.30 to 4.40 am depending on the time of year) from your hotel for sunrise outside Angkor Wat. Enter the great temple in darkness from the little-visited eastern side, and creep along hoary cloistered corridors past the longest stretch of bas-relief carvings in the world. Soak up the atmosphere of dawn at Angkor Wat, from the edge of one of the ancient library pools. We then explore the interior of the great temple, spending a thorough two hours discovering the corridors, central chambers and upper terraces of this truly great temple. Your expert local guide will decipher the myriad of stories behind the bas-relief carvings, and give you an insight into life during the height of the Khmer empire. We end our tour at Angkor with breakfast outside the temple (take away, from your hotel), and a short rest.
We end our touring at Angkor with breakfast at Khmer local resturant (breakfast is not included), and a short rest.
One of the most atmospheric of all temples in Angkor. Once home to 2,740 monks, Ta Prohm today looks much as it did in the early 1850s, when French explorer Henri Mouhot ‘rediscovered’ this crumbling site. After exploring the maze-like interior of Ta Prohm, return to your hotel after a long but fulfilling day, which will leave you with a lifetime of memories of one of the wonders of the world.
Pass by the famous Terrace of the Leper King, and the Terrace of Elephant.
Angkor Thom is the majestic site once served as the Khmer Empire's glistening capital city. Take a moment to consider its grandiosity before venturing inside the city. Arriving at the temple at Bayon, appreciate its beautifully crafted central towers covered in more than 200 enormous faces.
This majestic site once served as the Khmer Empire's glistening capital city. Take a moment to consider its grandiosity before venturing inside the city.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Enjoy hassle-free pickup from your Siem Reap hotel at 4:30 am (timing may vary slightly by location). If your hotel isn’t listed, simply mention it in your booking—we’ll take care of you.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress Code: Respectful dress with cover your shoulders and knees is required (shoulders cover by scarf not allow).
- Breakfast: If your hotel room is included breakfast, we recommend to request the breakfast pack and you will enjoy after sunrise at Angkor Wat.
- Temples entrance fee also accept visa cards and available to purchase on the day of the tour just before sunrise
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Minimum age is 8 years to participate on this tour (younger than 8 years old are not allow)
Reviews(3,245)
Angkor Wat at sunrise is very impressive. We were picked up from the hotel and taken back. Air-conditioned bus. Drinks available. The cooling towels were very good. Overall, it was a fantastic trip. The guide is highly recommended.
Dear Holger, Thank you so much for this wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the sunrise at Angkor Wat so much and that you were completely satisfied with our service – from the pick-up to the air-conditioned bus and the cool towels. We will pass on your kind words directly to your guide. He will certainly be very pleased.We hope you had an unforgettable time in Siem Reap and would be delighted to welcome you back again sometime. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
What an absolutely amazing experience and a fun and knowledgeable guide. It was very humbling to see and touch something 900 years old… my guide was amazing taking photographs for me so that I don’t only have selfies to show for it… I could not recommend this tour any more highly
Dear Matt, Thank you so much for your incredible review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing and memorable experience with us. Your high recommendation means the world to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Siem Reap for another adventure in the future. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
I had an absolutely wonderful experience with Journey Cambodia. From the moment I was picked up, both Sok Chea and Sambath made me feel welcome and well taken care of. Sok Chea is a remarkable guide. He was patient, knowledgeable and took the time to explain the history and deeper meaning behind everything we visited. He brought the temples and Cambodia’s story to life in a way I would never have experienced on my own. Sambath was equally impressive. Always smiling, proactive with water and cold towels, and genuinely friendly throughout the day. The whole experience exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Journey Cambodia and this tour to anyone visiting Siem Reap. Do yourself a favor and book with them directly.
Dear Mike, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that your experience with Journey Cambodia exceeded your expectations. Sok Chea and Sambath are incredible assets to our team, and I will be sure to pass along your kind words to them. Sok Chea takes great pride in bringing Cambodia’s rich history to life, and Sambath always strives to ensure our guests stay comfortable and refreshed. Knowing that they made you feel so welcome and well taken care of means the world to us. Thank you for highly recommending us and for encouraging others to book directly. We hope to welcome you back to Siem Reap in the future. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
TRULY HAD AN AMAZING TIME. Bun was an awesome tour guide. Her was so calm, clear, and knowledgeable. Vichit was also a great driver. He was always ready for us with cold waters and cool towels :) We were with a small group of 5 (2 of us plus 3 more) and we had lots of fun learning exploring and getting to know each other. The temples were stunning and it was truly a one and a lifetime experience. I couldn't recommend Bun and Vichit enough!!
Dear Gina, Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a wonderful review.We are incredibly proud of our team, and I will be sure to pass along your kind words to Bun and Vichit. Bun will be delighted to know her calm, knowledgeable guidance made such an impact, and Vichit will be happy to hear that his cold waters and cool towels were the perfect refresher after your temple walks. We hope to welcome you back for another amazing adventure in the future. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
Sok Chea was a phenomenal tour guide and made our trip. Would enthusiastically recommend!
Dear Jake, Thank you so much for the enthusiastic recommendation! We are absolutely thrilled to hear that Sok Chea made your trip so memorable. Providing phenomenal experiences is exactly what we strive for, and I will be sure to pass your kind words along to him. We hope to welcome you back for another adventure in the future. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
Pal was very knowledgeable and friendly. Dara, our driver, was always waiting with a cold towel and icey water after each temple. They were both so friendly and happy to go at the speed we wanted. The temples were all stunning and we had a wonderful time, highly recommend:-)
Dear Beth, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We are thrilled to hear that you had such a fantastic time exploring the stunning temples. I will be sure to pass along your kind words to Pal and Dara they will be absolutely delighted to know their knowledge, hospitality, and those cold towels and icy waters made your days extra comfortable. We always strive to let our guests set their own perfect pace, so it’s wonderful to hear that you felt well taken care of. Thank you again for highly recommending us. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable adventure in the future! Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
I’m a solo traveler and booked the sunrise tour with Journey Cambodia, and it was one of the best experiences of my trip to Cambodia. Everything was very well organized from start to finish. Watching the sunrise at Angkor Wat was absolutely unforgettable. My guide, Mr. Pal Saroun, was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about Cambodian history and culture. He explained every temple in detail and made the whole tour interesting and enjoyable. I learned so much during the trip, and he also helped take great photos along the way. A big thanks as well to our driver, Mr. Dara, who was very professional and kind. He always welcomed us back with cold water and a cool vehicle after each stop, which was greatly appreciated in the hot weather. The whole experience felt comfortable, fun, and personal. I highly recommend Journey Cambodia to anyone visiting Siem Reap and wanting an amazing sunrise tour experience. Thank you again for such a memorable day!
Dear Value Customer, Thank you so much for choosing Journey Cambodia for your sunrise tour and for taking the time to share such a beautiful review. I will be sure to pass along your kind words to Mr. Pal Saroun and Mr. Dara. Saroun will be delighted to know his passion for our history and his photography skills made your day so special. And Dara will be happy to hear that his cold water and cool vehicle provided the perfect escape from the heat. We hope to welcome you back to Siem Reap someday! Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
What a wonderful sunrise tour. Started with a prompt collection in a lovely air conditioned bus driven by Dara who constantly supplied us with bottles of ice cold water and cold cloths. Sac was our first guide and he was super knowledgable and shared his childhood lifestyle with us ❤️ Angkor Wat was everything and more . Just beautiful and Sac got us to the most perfect spot to watch the sunrise. Sadly he had to leave us and get your guide swiftly replaced him with Sarudn who was equally as knowledgeable and friendly. We saw a few temples and loved the stories that came with the tour. Well worth the visit The feeling of calm, kindness and gentleness all the way through is what struck us immensely. Beautiful people
Dear Mark, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are delighted that you felt the 'calm, kindness, and gentleness' that we strive to share with every guest. It’s wonderful to hear that Dara kept you refreshed and that Sak found that perfect sunrise spot for you—his personal stories truly add a special touch. We’re also glad the transition to Saruon was seamless and that you enjoyed the rest of your temple journey. We will be sure to share your lovely feedback with the whole team. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
Sok Chea was an amazing tour guide!!! We had the best time, super informative and fun. We were looked after and given space to explore in our own time. Amazing photos from today and Sok Chea is a great photographer!!
Dear Romy, Thank you so much for your kind words! We are thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing time and felt well-balanced between learning and exploring. Sok Chea is indeed a fantastic guide and photographer, and we will be sure to share your compliments with him. we would love to welcome you back again in the future. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
Sok Chea was an incredible tour guide. We had a great time and learnt so much about the temples and Cambodian history. Sok Chea was very funny and a pleasure to be with. We would highly recommend this tour.
Dear Dom, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We are thrilled to hear that you had such an insightful and enjoyable time exploring the temples with us. Sok Chea is indeed a treasure to our team, and we will be sure to pass along your kind words about his humor and expertise. We hope the history of Cambodia stays with you for a long time. Warmest Regards, Phalla Chhou (Mr.Paul) Operations Assistant Tel & WhatsApp:+85512334657 E-mail:info@journeycambodia.com
