Flexible Private Tour
Personalized Experience
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Professional, Friendly & Knowledgeable Guides
The Best of Angkor Heritage
We assist with great photos
Flexible Private Tour
Professional, Friendly & Knowledgeable Guides
Quality Service: Safe & Trustworthy
Personalized Experience
The Best of Angkor Heritage
We assist with great photos
Tour Description:
Highlights of Angkor Wat Private Two-Day Tour incl. Kbal Spean or Koulen Mountain Nationalpark
Our Angkor Wat two-day tour will give you a deep insight into the cultural sites and history of the Angkor Archaeological Park. In addition to the temples you will visit in a one-day tour (Angkor Thom, Ta Prohm Jungle Temple and the famous Angkor Wat) we will take you to the more distant temples and cultural sites of Angkor Park. These include Banteay Srey, Kbal Spean and Banteay Samre. We offer an individually tailored tour.
The description will guide you through our recommended Angkor Two-Day Tour, the “Highlights of Angkor Two-Day Tour”. If you have special wishes e.g. late pick-up, lunch at a local restaurant or you would like to plan the least crowded route for Angkor with us, please let us know.
Pricing for the Highlights of Angkor Two-Day Tour
| Transport / Group Size | Daily Price | Total Price |
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| Day 1 Tuktuk Day 2 Car 1-3 | ~147 USD | 295 USD |
| Car 1-3 | ~167 USD | 335 USD |
| Van 4-8 | ~215 USD | 429 USD |
Prices apply per group/vehicle
Gallery of the Angkor Wat two-day tour
| Duration | Day 1: from about 5:00 am (sunrise) to 4:00 pm | Day 2: from about 10:00 am to about 7:00 pm (times vary depending on walking speed and travel preferences) | |||||||
| Bring | Comfortable clothing, sturdy shoes, hat and sunscreen. | |||||||
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Tour Details
Day 1 of the Angkor Two-Day Tour
On the first day you will see the most famous temples, which will give you a first unforgettable impression of the Khmer empire. The architectural variety combined with different landscapes, make each cultural site unique. The stone figures and paintings give an insight into the size and cultural diversity of the Khmer Empire. The plan for the first day looks as following:
Start after breakfast or for sunrise over Angkor Wat
Pick-up at your hotel: Choose your pick-up time after breakfast or an early departure between 4:30 and 05:00 to experience the unforgettable sunrise in front of Angkor Wat, colorfully reflecting the world-famous temple complex in the water ponds in front. The entire archaeological site covers over 400 km² / 154 sq miles and was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1992.
Return to hotel for breakfast (optional for the sunrise option): After witnessing the stunning colors of the sunrise reflecting in the lakes in front of the unique architectural structures of Angkor Wat, you can decide whether to return to your hotel for breakfast or have our guide recommend a restaurant or local food stall within Angkor Park.
Explore Angkor Thom - former capital of the Khmer Empire
Angkor Thom – South Entrance
After breakfast, our driver will take the group to the South Gate of Angkor Thom. It is the most beautiful and best-preserved of the five entrances to Angkor Thom, the largest complex in the Angkor Park. The royal city of Angkor Thom was built from the late 12th to the early 13th century and includes several famous and unique landmarks.
Bayon Temple: This is the main temple of King Jayavarman VII. It is famous for its 37 towers adorned with sculptural decorations and the impressive stone faces, which is why it is also called the “Temple of the Smiling Faces.”
Elephant Terrace: As the name suggests, this site consists of three platforms surrounded by elephants carved in stone, depicting an elephant hunt. The intricate details are simply captivating.
Angkor Thom in Angkor Park
Terrace of the Leprosy King: It is considered one of the most beautiful Khmer artworks. The name comes from King Yasovarman I, who built the first city of Angkor and died of leprosy. The relief is very detailed and extremely well preserved.
Pyramind Temple of Phimeanakas: The royal temple is one of the smallest temples of Angkor. At the top of the 12-meter-high pyramid you have a great view of the entire archaeological site of Angkor Thom.
Lunch break in Angkor Park
You can decide where you want lunch and whether you prefer local food or international cuisine. Grilled seafood, a Khmer curry or a steak with chips, it’s your choice. We also offer prearranged lunch options, a luxury lunch experience or a local menu. You can book the lunch option during the checkout process.
Ta Nei Temple - off the beaten track
This small temple is located about 4.5 km/ 2.7 mi from Angkor Wat and is not one of the main tourist areas of Angkor, because bigger tour buses do not reach the place. Therefore it is not so crowded and there is enough room to explore the temple of King Jayavarman VII with our guide.
Jungle Temple Ta Prohm, famous from the movies Tomb Raider & Indiana Jones
Ta Prohm: The Jungle Temple of Angkor
Before you visit the most famous temple complex called Angkor Wat, our driver will take you to Ta Prohm. The “Jungle Temple”, which was built by Jayavarman VII in honor of his mother. The temple was almost swallowed by the jungle. The impressive Bayon architecture merges with the tropical forest. The unforgettable scenery was made famous by the movie “Lara Croft: Tomb Raider” starring Angelina Jolie as well as the Indiana Jones movies. It is an unforgettable sight as nature incorporates a former civilization. Definitively a highlight of the first day of your trip in Angkor.
Angkor Wat
The Pagodas of Angkor WatA short drive will take you to Angkor Wat, the most famous temple in historic Angkor Park. Angkor Wat with its pagoda was once the center of the mighty Khmer kingdom. You can climb the steep steps up to the tower and have a magnificent view over the World Heritage Site of Angkor. Your guide will tell you exciting stories of the Khmer Empire and its kings of long ago. One thing is certain, you will not get bored. Maybe your feet will get a bit tired, but the UNESCO World Heritage Site is worth the effort.
Optionally: Sunset
Sunset at Srah Srang Water ReservoirDrop-off at the hotel
After a day immersed in the wonders of Angkor’s temples, our driver will bring you back to your hotel feeling relaxed and inspired.
Day 2 of the Angkor Two-Day Tour
On day two we explore the remote wonders of Angkor and the Khmer Empire. These are up to 60km/37mi from Siem Reap and are not clustered in a nearby complex, as is the case with the temples on Day 1 of the tour. They are scattered in Kulen National Park beyond the main tourist routes making your second day a unique experience, making a big difference compared to visiting yet another similar temple in the main Angkor complex:
Start after breakfast or for sunrise over Angkor Wat
Start your adventure to the remote sights of Angkor after breakfast. Your guide will pick you up between 07:30 and 08:30am. If you haven’t had the chance to experience the sunrise on the first day of the tour and you are keen to get up early for a start between 04:30 and 05:00am, you have the option to view the intriguing red and yellow colors painting the sky during an amazing sunrise over the pagodas of Angkor.
Option A: Forest River of Kbal Spean with Hindu riverbed carvings
Kbal Spean: The River of a Thousand LingasOption B recommended: Sacred Kulen Mountain Nationalpark & Waterfalls
Kulen Waterfall, a natural highlight of Phnom Kulen Mountain.Banteay Srey- The pink sandstone lady temple of the ornaments
Banteay Srey Pink Lady Temple of the ornamentsBanteay Samre - Citadel of the Samré
East of the main area of Angkor is Banteay Samre. The temple shows Buddhist and Hindu reliefs. Banteay Samre is not part of the usual tourist route for Angkor and thus little crowded. Especially this remoteness makes it worth seeing, even if the restoration was neglected here a bit. The processional path is decorated with guard figures. Driving through fields and villages is an extra that comes with this sight, giving your the local experience.
Optionally: Sunset
Drop-off at the hotel
After discovering the remote wonders of Angkor and the Khmer Empire your two day tour comes to an end, full of amazing memories to last for a lifetime. Our guide and driver will bring you to your hotel after this unique two day experience.
