Angkor Wat Day Tour from Siem Reap | Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm

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Dress Code Modest attire is required. Shoulders and knees must be covered when visiting temple sites. Walking Level Light to moderate walking on uneven temple grounds, with regular rest breaks. Accessibility Not fully wheelchair accessible due to stairs, narrow passages, and uneven terrain at temple sites. What to Bring Comfortable walking shoes Sun protection (hat, sunscreen) Refillable water bottle Camera or smartphone

Q: Frequently Asked Questions

Is one day enough to see Angkor Wat? One day is sufficient to experience Angkor’s most important temples—Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm—when the itinerary is well planned and guided. Is this Angkor day tour suitable for seniors? Yes. The tour includes vehicle transfers, shaded walking routes, and rest periods, with light to moderate walking. Does the tour include sunrise or sunset at Angkor Wat? No. This is a daytime sightseeing tour combined with an evening cultural performance. Is the Angkor Pass included? Yes, the price includes a separate one-day Angkor entrance ticket. Does the tour include shopping stops? No. The itinerary is designed without commission-based shopping stops. What happens in case of rain? The tour operates as planned. Adjustments are made when necessary to ensure comfort and safety.

This full-day Angkor Wat & Temple Complex Tour offers a clear, well-paced introduction to Cambodia’s most important UNESCO World Heritage site.

Following a logical historical route—from Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm to the iconic Angkor Wat—the tour is led by a licensed local guide approved by the APSARA Authority. Designed for first-time visitors, it focuses on understanding Angkor’s history and symbolism without rushing through sites or following a checklist-style itinerary.

Who This Tour Is For

Want to visit Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm in one well-organized day
Prefer historical explanation and cultural context over rushed sightseeing
Value small-group travel with personal attention
Are visiting Angkor for the first time and want a comprehensive overview
Enjoy combining heritage exploration with local cuisine and cultural performance

Explore the historic South Gate of Angkor Thom, a landmark near Siem Reap, Cambodia.

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Availability
Daily
Departure
Siem Reap
Transfer
Hotel Pick-up & Drop-off
Guide
English‑speaking
Group size
Max 12 Guests
Admission
Fully Included
Meals
Set-menu lunch & buffet dinner with Khmer dance show
Cancellation
Free & Easy

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This Angkor full-day tour follows a carefully structured route through the former Khmer Empire.

The morning covers Angkor Thom and Ta Prohm, highlighting imperial city planning and jungle-covered temples. After lunch, the afternoon is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the spiritual and architectural heart of Angkor.

The itinerary balances guided walking, shaded rest periods, and short vehicle transfers, making it suitable for most travelers with light to moderate mobility levels.

Highlights

Explore Angkor Thom, the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire
Visit Ta Prohm, famous for temple ruins intertwined with giant tree roots
Discover Angkor Wat, one of the largest religious monuments in the world
Learn Khmer history, symbolism, and architecture from a licensed local guide
Enjoy a buffet dinner with a traditional Khmer dance performance

Morning :

Imperial Capital & Jungle Temples

08:00 – 08:30 | Hotel Pick-up Pick-up from hotels in Siem Reap city center. Exact pick-up time may vary slightly depending on hotel location and traffic conditions.

08:45 | Angkor Thom Enter the ancient capital of the Khmer Empire through its monumental gates. Visit the main highlights within Angkor Thom, including:

Bayon Temple with its iconic stone faces
Baphuon Temple
Terrace of the Elephants
Terrace of the Leper King

Your guide provides clear historical context, explaining how Angkor Thom functioned as a political, religious, and ceremonial center at the height of the empire.

10:45 | Ta Prohm Temple Explore the atmospheric ruins of Ta Prohm, left partially unrestored to illustrate the powerful relationship between jungle growth and temple preservation. Learn about modern conservation efforts and the challenges of maintaining Angkor’s monuments.

Afternoon :

Angkor Wat & Cultural Experience

12:30 | Lunch at a Local Restaurant Enjoy a set-menu lunch at a locally operated restaurant near the Angkor complex, offering time to rest and recharge before the afternoon visit.

13:45 | Angkor Wat Visit Angkor Wat, the crown jewel of Khmer architecture and a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk through its galleries and bas-reliefs while learning about Hindu cosmology, later Buddhist influence, and the symbolic design of the temple mountain representing Mount Meru.

Your guide helps interpret the carvings and layout, making Angkor Wat accessible even for visitors without prior historical knowledge.

17:30 | Buffet Dinner & Khmer Traditional Dance Show Conclude the day with a buffet dinner and a traditional Khmer dance performance at a local restaurant, featuring classical Cambodian music and storytelling through stylized movement and costume.

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Return Transfer

19:00 – 19:30 | Return to Hotel After the dinner show, return transfer to your hotel in Siem Reap city center.

By the end of the day, you will have gained a clear understanding of Angkor’s historical evolution, architectural significance, and cultural legacy—without feeling rushed or overwhelmed.

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Dress Code
Modest attire is required. Shoulders and knees must be covered when visiting temple sites.

Walking Level
Light to moderate walking on uneven temple grounds, with regular rest breaks.

Accessibility
Not fully wheelchair accessible due to stairs, narrow passages, and uneven terrain at temple sites.

What to Bring

Comfortable walking shoes
Sun protection (hat, sunscreen)
Refillable water bottle
Camera or smartphone

Frequently Asked Questions

Is one day enough to see Angkor Wat?
One day is sufficient to experience Angkor’s most important temples—Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Ta Prohm—when the itinerary is well planned and guided.
Is this Angkor day tour suitable for seniors?
Yes. The tour includes vehicle transfers, shaded walking routes, and rest periods, with light to moderate walking.
Does the tour include sunrise or sunset at Angkor Wat?
No. This is a daytime sightseeing tour combined with an evening cultural performance.
Is the Angkor Pass included?
Yes, the price includes a separate one-day Angkor entrance ticket.
Does the tour include shopping stops?
No. The itinerary is designed without commission-based shopping stops.
What happens in case of rain?
The tour operates as planned. Adjustments are made when necessary to ensure comfort and safety.

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Angkor Wat Day Tour from Siem Reap | Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm

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