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Full-day tour in Siem Reap, taking in Pre Rup Temple – Ancient Khmer Mountain Temple, Banteay Srei – Citadel of Women and Local Cambodian Lunch Break. Run by Journey Cambodia, booked direct rather than through a reseller.
Highlights
- Banteay Srei – Citadel of Women
- Local Cambodian Lunch Break
- Preah Khan – Atmospheric Jungle Temple
- Sunset at Phnom Bakheng
- Runs 8 hours
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Angkor Sunrise 1- or 2-Day Guided Temples Tour: Key Facts
| Price | From $25 per person |
|---|---|
| Duration | 1-2 days |
| Group size | Up to 8 people |
| Languages | English |
| Tour type | Guided Tour |
| Booking | Direct with the local operator — no OTA markup |
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Angkor Sunrise 1- or 2-Day Guided Temples Tour
Full description
This is an 8-hour experience from Siem Reap, built around Banteay Srei – Citadel of Women, Local Cambodian Lunch Break and Preah Khan – Atmospheric Jungle Temple. It is run by Journey Cambodia, an operator we book with directly rather than through a reseller, which is why we can hold your place with them before we treat your booking as final.
Sunrise at Angkor Wat is watched from the edge of the northern reflecting pool, where the five towers come up black against the sky and then double in the water. The ticket office opens at 04:30 and Angkor Wat lets people in from 05:00, which is why tours leave Siem Reap around 04:30 for a twenty-minute drive; the sky colours before the sun clears the towers, so arriving at first light is already late for the best of it. Dry season from November to March gives the cleanest skies, while the rains bring cloud that can either kill the sunrise or make it. The pool edge fills early, the southern pool is usually quieter, and a guide who knows which side to stand on is the difference between a photograph and a wall of raised phones.
The price covers Hotel pickup and drop-off, guide, Bottled water and a cool towel and Air-conditioned vehicle. It does not cover 2-3 day temples pass and Meals, so budget for those separately. Everything included is listed in full on this page; if something is not on that list, assume it is not in the price.
Tour Itinerary
The schedule below is a suggested plan and can be adjusted to suit your preferences.
Pre Rup Temple – Ancient Khmer Mountain Temple
Begin your Angkor temple tour with a visit to Pre Rup, an impressive 10th-century Hindu temple mountain built during the reign of King Rajendravarman II. Explore its distinctive brick, laterite, and sandstone architecture while your local g
Banteay Srei – Citadel of Women
Discover Banteay Srei, one of the most beautifully carved temples in Cambodia. Famous for its pink sandstone and exceptionally detailed reliefs, this smaller Angkor temple is considered one of the finest examples of Khmer craftsmanship. Adm
Local Cambodian Lunch Break
Take a relaxing lunch break at a local restaurant after visiting Banteay Srei. Enjoy a freshly prepared Cambodian meal and experience local flavors while taking time to rest and recharge before continuing your afternoon exploration of the G
Neak Pean – Temple on an Ancient Island
Visit Neak Pean, a unique Buddhist temple built on a circular island within the ancient Jayatataka Baray. Cross the wooden walkway surrounded by water and discover this peaceful sanctuary, once associated with sacred and healing waters. You
Preah Khan – Atmospheric Jungle Temple
Explore Preah Khan, a fascinating temple complex built by King Jayavarman VII in honor of his father. Wander through ancient galleries, corridors, courtyards, and carved doorways where tree roots intertwine with the ruins. With its atmosphe
Sunset at Phnom Bakheng
End your first day with a memorable sunset at Phnom Bakheng, one of the most popular viewpoints in the Angkor Archaeological Park. Climb the hill or follow the designated path to enjoy panoramic views over the surrounding jungle and ancient
Angkor Wat Sunrise & Temple Exploration
Start before dawn with an unforgettable Angkor Wat sunrise. Watch the first light appear behind the iconic temple before entering the magnificent complex. Spend around two hours exploring its galleries, central chambers, upper terraces, and
Detailed Itinerary
Pre Rup Temple – Ancient Khmer Mountain Temple
Banteay Srei – Citadel of Women
Local Cambodian Lunch Break
Neak Pean – Temple on an Ancient Island
Preah Khan – Atmospheric Jungle Temple
Sunset at Phnom Bakheng
Angkor Wat Sunrise & Temple Exploration
Breakfast Near Srah Srong
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- English-speaking guide
- Bottled water and a cool towel
- Air-conditioned vehicle
Excludes
- 2-3 day temples pass (62 USD/person for all temples)
- Meals
Important information
Meeting point
The operator confirms the exact meeting point and time once your booking is confirmed, and you will have it well before the day. If you would rather know before you book, message us on WhatsApp and we will ask them for you.
Know before you go
- Free cancellation available up to 24 hours before the activity starts
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Traveler Reviews
It was a great tour! Our tour guide Sam was very fluent in English, and as a person who grew up in this area, he gave us such a unique insight!
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unforgettable two-day Angkor tour with Bun and Seyha My partner and I spent two incredible days exploring Angkor, and the experience exceeded all expectations. Our wonderful guide, Bun, welcomed us into his “family” and looked after everyone throughout the tour. His knowledge of Cambodian history and Khmer culture was exceptional, and his clear, engaging explanations brought the temples to life. The sunrise at Angkor Wat was spectacular. We were also amazed by how different each temple was, from towering stone faces to jungle-covered ruins. The intricate carvings and bas-reliefs were bre
The tour guide was the best, very passionate and knowledgeable; he also took amazing pictures!
Great experience overall, definitely recommend it!
Mr Sokpee and driver, sorry I forgot his name, were very attentive. Mr Sokpee was very informative, the driver always have cold towels and water when we returned back to the bus. Mr Sokpee was very patient especially as there was 1 traveler who was always late returning to the bus.
Our guide Pal Saruon was extremely knowledgeable about everything! He was fun, friendly and informative. The different temples were amazing to see. our driver Virak was professional and he had cold towels and cold water ready for us constantly. it was very hot, so the ample supply of water and the air conditioned van were much appreciated! I would highly recommend this trip! Both the sunset and sunrise were great too.
Pal Sauron and naro our driver were excellent . We did the two day tour with them and were worried we might feel templed out but each one was different and they made the tour fun. Pal knew all the best spots to take photos and was friendly and informative I would highly recommend this two day tour
Mr Nang “Lucky” was super knowledgeable and passionate about his country and people. Both Lucky and our driver took care of us very well. The temples themselves were incredible. You cannot take a bad photo in this place and Lucky was amazing with his own photography expertise! Thanks for an incredible couple of days.
We took the 2 day guided tour and it was probably one of the best tours we ever had (and I don’t say that lightly, we do a lot of tours!) - it’s not only because of things we saw but in huge part thanks to Sak who was our guide. He provided us with a lot of knowledge that wasn’t just read from a book, you can clearly tell he’s super passionate about his job and seeks info from many different sources. We got a lot of context that’s invaluable to understanding not only how Khmer people look at their history and heritage but many other things as well. On top of that, he knows a lot of different a
Very beautiful temples. Vehicle had AC and they provided plenty of cold water and towels. Guide Saruon Pal was very knowledgeable
Saruon was a great and knowledgeable guide. Syha out driver was great and really helpful too. Great group of people and quite an enjoyable experience. Would recommend!
A well reputable tour company. I did the two day tour of Angkor Wat. Bun the tour guide was very knowledgable about the local area and the temples we visited. Safety was high on his agenda always ensure the group was safe especially on uneven and steep surfaces and always reminding us to keep hydrated. Naro our bus driver was also great, transported us around for 2 days safely and ensuring we were always hydrated handing us bottles of water as we left and returned to the bus after every temple. All of our group loved the cold towels Naro was waiting with after our return to the bus during the