Private Angkor Wat Sunrise Tour from Siem Reap
Description
Sunrise over Angkor Wat is the ultimate Siem Reap experience, and we take care of every detail so you can simply enjoy the journey. Skip the hassle of transport, timing, and planning as you explore the essential highlights of the Angkor kingdom in one unforgettable day. Please note: the Angkor Pass is at your own expense. • Enjoy a fully private, expertly guided tour tailored to your pace • Capture breathtaking sunrise photos over the world’s largest religious monument • Benefit from personalized insights and attention from your private guide • Relax with seamless hotel pickup and drop-off for a stress-free experience
Tour Options
Itinerary
Hotel Pick-Up & Departure: Your tour guide will pick you up at the hotel reception at 05:00 AM. From there, you will head directly to the Angkor Archaeological Park. Start your unforgettable journey with an early morning pickup from your hotel in Siem Reap. As you travel in the cool morning air, excitement builds for the breathtaking sunrise over Angkor Wat.
Sunrise at Angkor Wat: Arrive at the majestic Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world. Find the perfect spot by the reflective pools and watch as the first golden rays of sunlight illuminate the temple’s intricate carvings and towering spires. This magical moment will leave you in awe, offering a glimpse into the spiritual essence of Cambodia’s ancient Khmer Empire. Take a short break to enjoy a delicious breakfast (optional) at a nearby restaurant before continuing your adventure. After a short break for breakfast, step inside the grand temple of Angkor Wat. Your guide will reveal the history and hidden stories behind its magnificent bas-reliefs, towering galleries, and sacred sanctuaries. Learn about the temple’s deep connection to Hindu and Buddhist traditions while marveling at its symmetrical perfection.
The Jungle Temple: Venture into the mystical ruins of Ta Prohm, where nature and history intertwine. This temple, famously known as the “Tomb Raider Temple,” is covered in giant tree roots that have merged with the ancient stones, creating an enchanting and surreal atmosphere. Walk through the crumbling corridors and admire the temple’s unique beauty, untouched by time.
The Victory Gate & Royal Terraces: Enter the walled city of Angkor Thom through the Victory Gate, where massive stone carvings of gods and demons stand guard. Walk along the Terrace of the Leper King and the Elephant Terrace, once used for grand royal ceremonies and military parades. These intricately carved platforms offer stunning views of the ancient Khmer empire’s grandeur.
The Grand Pyramid Temple: Climb the steep steps of Baphuon, an impressive three-tiered temple mountain. Once one of the most spectacular structures in Angkor, it offers panoramic views of the surrounding jungle and temple ruins.
The Temple of Smiling Faces: End your journey at the mesmerizing Bayon Temple, famous for its 54 towers adorned with 216 giant, serene stone faces. These mysterious smiles, believed to represent both King Jayavarman VII and the Bodhisattva of Compassion, create a peaceful yet awe-inspiring atmosphere.
After your beautiful day exploring the temples with our team, the guide will take you back to the hotel.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Please provide the name of your hotel and a contact phone number when booking, or send us by email. We will pick you up from your hotel at 5:00 AM.
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Entrance Ticket (not included): The Angkor Archaeological Park entrance ticket must be purchased separately at the gate — USD 37/person (1-day). Children under 12 enter free, a passport must be shown as proof.
- Children: Kids under 12 join the tour free of charge (no entrance ticket required).
- Transportation: 1–2 people travel by tuk-tuk; 3 or more people travel by A/C van or bus.
- Dress Code: All temples: Shoulders and knees must be covered. Scarves are acceptable.
Reviews(110)
Alex was our guide (Spanish Tour) and he was AMAZING. His Spanish was excellent and he gave us sooooo much information (in a good and dynamic way). He also explained many details of all the visited temples, which helped understanding the traditions and culture of those times. We would have just loved getting at Angkor ealier than we did to actually see the sunrise. When we booked the tour, we were hoping to see the pinkish/orangish colored sky that you imagine when booking a sunrise tour. However, those colors were visible when we left our hotel. By the time we got to the actual temple it was already day light. We could still take beautiful pictures of the sun coming up behind the temple (in the already blue sky). But we would have loved having the whole experience (providing this was a sunrise tour). Still, we had a great time and would 100% recommend this tour to anyone travelling to Cambodia.
Pedro was a wonderful guide, he has a good command of Spanish and a lot of knowledge. He was very attentive and friendly, explained everything in detail and solved each of our doubts. He even took all the pictures we asked for haha He and the driver of the car offered us bottles of water constantly, and it was a pleasure to move between air-conditioned temples. I highly recommend doing the tour, it helps to really understand culturally, historically and spiritually what you are visiting. And seeing the sunrise over angkor wat was beautiful.
Went of the sunrise tour of Angkor Wat with our guide Buth Veasna Nad he was amazing. Knowledgeable and timely. Very warm and caring. Couldn't have asked for a better guide. Would 100% recommend
The experience would not have been the same without Mario. A friendly man, predisposed attentive and friendly. His Spanish is spectacular, he told us a lot of history and answered the thousands of questions we asked. She put on Messi’s 10 and took amazing photos of us in iconic spots of the temples, sharing all her tricks to make them look great😍
Buth Veasna provided an excellent sunrise tour to Angkor Wat. He was attentive, patient, and punctual, picking us up right on time. Throughout the day, he was very accommodating, arranging breaks when we needed them to escape the heat and planning lunch between two temple visits for added comfort and to miss the crowds. Although the hotel provided breakfast, Buth thoughtfully arranged for us to enjoy it at the restaurant near Angkor Wat, which made the experience smoother. He was very open and engaging in discussing Cambodian culture, religion, history, and politics, adding valuable context that enriched our understanding of the temples. The tour itself was fantastic, covering many highlights of the temple complex. Buth also took us to a great local community restaurant for lunch, which was a wonderful way to experience authentic local cuisine. We were lucky to have the tour just for ourselves, making it feel like a private and personalized experience. Highly recommended!
It was my first visit to Angkor Wat. Mr. Chun, our guide, is very good at Japanese and is a fun person. They told me where it looked good in photos and gave me detailed descriptions of the ruins. I was glad to be able to visit the site efficiently thanks to the guide in the hot weather. The driver also smiled and recommended cold oshibori and water for each move. Thanks to Mr. Chun and the driver, I had a great time. This tour is very recommended for your first visit to Angkor Wat.
ご丁寧なレビューをありがとうございます。😊 アンコールワットでの初めてのご訪問が素敵な思い出となり、ガイドのチュンとドライバーがお役に立てたことを大変嬉しく思います。お二人が快適に効率よく遺跡を楽しんでいただけたとのお言葉は、私たちにとって大きな励みになります。 またアンコールの地にお越しの際は、ぜひお会いできることを楽しみにしております。✨
Too bad for me because the rain was on the appointment and did not allow to see the sunrise. After the rain, some sun and the day was perfect and very well organized 😊. Thanks to Kanal who gave me a lot of details about the temples, he knows his country very well and has a very good command of French, I had a very good day
Merci infiniment pour votre retour si chaleureux. Nous sommes désolés que la pluie ait un peu contrarié votre lever du soleil, mais heureux de savoir que la journée s’est ensuite déroulée agréablement et que vous en gardez un beau souvenir. Nous transmettrons vos compliments à Kanal : il sera ravi de savoir que son partage de connaissances et son accompagnement en français vous ont permis de passer une excellente journée. Au plaisir de vous accueillir à nouveau au Cambodge pour de nouvelles découvertes ✨.
I learned a lot from the explanation of each spot carefully. It was a great experience to have so many photos taken!
素敵なレビューをありがとうございます！ 各スポットの丁寧な説明で学びの多い体験となり、写真も楽しんでいただけたようで嬉しいです。最高の思い出作りのお手伝いができて光栄です。
Very kind and do client first guide like to hear any requests. I was very impressed with your explanation in each site Thank you for your wonderful tour.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear that our guide prioritized your needs and provided clear explanations at each site. We’re thrilled that you enjoyed the tour and appreciate your feedback.
A Very Wonderful Guide If you are in Japan, please come to Polin! We should have a tour. Japanese is also very easy to understand It's turning efficiently.
素敵なレビューをありがとうございます！ 日本からのお客様にはぜひポリンをご指名いただきたいです。日本語が分かりやすく、効率よく観光スポットを回れるツアーを楽しんでいただけたようで、とても嬉しいです。
