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1 day(s)
Private
1-6 people
easy
This is a genuinely astounding sight and worthwhile the early start! You might anticipate the basic viewing function by the lotus pond and see Angkor Wat and its reflection. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Angkor Wat Temple day trip with a local - it’s a must-do!
Reasons to book this experience
• We pick up you at the lobby of hotel at 4:30AM
• Fresh morning and the silhouette of the largest religious monument ever built slowly emerges in front of you as darkness gives way to the first rays of dawn
• New exploration of three major temples-Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and Taprohm
• Experiencing Khmer history, culture and civilization in details.
• Explanation about causes and reasons of each monument.
• Local safety regulations orientation
• Private English Speaking Tour Guide
• 100% Private Tour with the number of people you book.
• Private transportation
• Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
Duration
1 day(s)
Max Group Size
1-6 people
Tour Code
86694P39
Departure Type
guaranteed
Tour Category
Culture & Historical
Guiding Method
Fully guided
Operated In
Age Requirement
0 - 0

Krong Siem Reap
04:30
Krong Siem Reap
13:31
You will be
picked up at the lobby of hotel where you are staying at 4:30AM. Then, you will
be transferred to Angkor Wat to get an experience of the silhouette of the
largest religious monument ever built slowly emerges in front of you as
darkness gives way to the first rays of dawn.... This is a truly spectacular
sight and well worth the early start today! You may wish to assume the classic
viewing position by the lotus pond and see Angkor Wat and its reflection
or find yourself a different vantage point to appreciate and photograph this
mesmerising temple. When the colours of sunrise begin to fade you will explore
the inner parts of Angkor Wat, learn about its history and the fascinating stories
behind the intricate carvings adorning the walls of the temple galleries.
After that, you
will go to visit Angkor Thom with the wall rising eight meters high, the
laterite wall measures 3x3km and guards many treasures inside, protected by a
moat still flooded today. You will enter the ancient city through its South
Gate. In the very centre lies the temple of Bayon – silent witnesses
of time, the 216 enigmatic faces gaze over the horizon and one can only wonder
what they have seen throughout the ages. Your guide will point out the best
angles for photography here and give explanation of the many intricate carvings
on the walls of the galleries. You will then continue to Baphuon with
its long causeway and an impressive giant Reclining Buddha, a jigsaw puzzle
only put back together in 2011 following a 37 year-long disruption caused by
the war. Phimeanakas is hiding in the shaded jungle and offers a decent
over-the-tree-tops view to those who conquer the steep steps to the top.
Continuing along the Esplanade of the Royal Palace more commonly known as the Terrace
of the Elephants you will wind up your exploration in the shaded area of
the picturesque Preah Palilay. Break for lunch.
Afternoon, Your day will start by briefly pausing at Srah Srang, the
King's Baths – a large reservoir still containing water today. From here it's
only a short walk to the sprawling labyrinth of the Buddhist temple Banteay
Kdei. Our next stop, Ta Prohm, gained its 21st Century
fame from the movie Tomb Raider featuring Angelina Jolie as Lara Croft. Today,
with Lara long gone, this temple is on the itinerary of most visitors and
rightfully so. Many corners of Ta Prohm showcase an intricate relationship
between the roots of Spung tree (Tetrameles Nudiflora) and ancient stones
covered in moss. Truly a photographer's paradise, don't miss the opportunity to
capture your own explorer's moments.
Drive back to
hotel and drop off. End of Service.
English Speaking Tour Guide
Insurance Transportation
Private Transportation with A/C
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Private Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
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Private Driver with license
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Professional guide with license
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Private tour & Travel Insurance
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Toll Roads
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Car Parking
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Cold Waters
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Gasoline
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Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
On your own
What
you bring during the trip
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Some Cash
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Hand Sanitizing Gel
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Sun Cream
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Mosquito Repellent
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Hat
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Sunglasses
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Power bank & Charger
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Daily Medicine
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Camera or Phone
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Dress covering your knees and
shoulder
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Shoes or Flip-flops are fine.