Sun Rise at Angkor Wat Small Group Day Tour from Siem Reap

Starting before dawn, you’ll be picked up from your hotel and visit Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, South Gate, Bayon, and Angkor Thom.

Starting before dawn (4.30 to 5.00 am depending on the time of year) for Sun Rise at Angkor Wat. Angkor Wat is the largest religious monument in the world. It was built by the Khmer King Suryavarman II in the
12th century. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it is the only one to have remained a significant religious center since its foundation. The temple is at the top of the high classical style of Khmer architecture. It has become a symbol of Cambodia, appearing on its national flag, and it is the country’s prime attraction for visitors. Angkor Wat is the best place to watch the Sun Rise. We will enter the great temple in darkness from the little-visited eastern side. We continue our journey on foot and creep through the jungle path to the north ancient library pool where we will wait for the Sun Rise. Listening to the explanations of your expert guide, then spend time venturing into the central chambers of the temple, where your local guide will reveal the history, myths and stories depicted on the stone bas-reliefs (the longest stretch of bas-relief carvings in the world) then you will venture deep into the central chambers of this truly great temple. Your knowledgeable guide will ensure that your visit to Angkor Wat leaves you with a rich understanding of the history and purpose of the great temple, and also of the mighty Angkorian civilisation. We pause for breakfast before visiting The South Gate. The South Gate is one of the Five gates of Angkor Thom (the Ancient Capital City of the Khmer Empire). The gate flanked by a row of 54 stone figures on each side was the entrance to the fortified city of Angkor Thom. At the height of its greatness, Angkor Thom had a population of more than one million people and was larger in size than the city of London. The Bayon is a richly decorated Khmer temple at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the13th century, the Bayon stands at the centre of Jayavarman’s capital City of Khmer Empire. The Bayon’s most distinctive feature is the multitude of serene and smiling stone faces on the many towers which jut out from the upper terrace and cluster around its central peak. You’ll see its beautifully crafted central towers, covered in more than 200 enormous faces. The temple has two sets of bas-reliefs, which present a combination of mythological, historical and mundane scenes. The outer wall of the outer gallery features a series of bas-reliefs depicting historical events and scenes from the everyday life of the Angkorian Khmer. The inner gallery bas-reliefs depict the mythological events. We move to the 11th century Baphuon temple, it is a three-tiered temple mountain built as the state temple. The temple adjoins the southern enclosure of the Royal Palace. Its appearance apparently impressed Temür Khan’s late 13th-century envoy Chou Ta-kuan during his visit from 1296 to 1297, who said Bayon was the Tower of Gold and Baphuon was ‘the Tower of Bronze…a truly astonishing spectacle, with more than ten chambers at its base. We creep to Vimeanakas (celestial temple) built at the end of the 10th century in the shape of a three-tier pyramid as a temple. On top of the pyramid, there was a tower, while on the edge of the top platform there are galleries. Phimeanakas is located inside the walled enclosure of the former Royal Palace of Khmer Empire. Late morning we visit the 350 m-long Terrace of Elephants which was used as a giant reviewing stand for public ceremonies and served as a base for the king’s grand audience. Some local Khmer residents call it “the Ancient Khmer Stadium”. It was built in the early of 13th century, and we visit the famous Terrace of the Leper King. The U-shaped structure is thought by some to have been used as a royal cremation site. It was built in the early of 13th century. Afternoon we visit the jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider temple)– one of the most atmospheric of all temples in Angkor. Ta Prohm was built in the 13th century. Unlike most Angkorian temples, Ta Prohm is in much the same condition in which it was found, the photogenic and atmospheric combination of trees growing out of the ruins and the jungle surroundings have made it one of Angkor’s most popular temples with visitors. UNESCO inscribed Ta Prohm on the World Heritage List in 1992. Today, it is one of the most visited complexes in Cambodia’s Angkor region. Ta Prohm was a religious temple located in the center of the Ancient Khmer University during the 12th and the 13th century. Finish exploring the temple, and return to your hotel after a long but fulfilling day. Your local guide will help you to avoid the crowds and escape the heat. You will enjoy the photo opportunities and meeting the local people. This is an amazing and mixed-activity trip “All in One Journey” and will keep you entertained, and provide you with new experiences, and a great insight into the culture and history of Cambodia.

• These prices are for the private tour.
• The payment can be settled on the spot

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• English speaking guide
• Air conditioned vehicle
• Sightseeing as listed above
• Free hotel pick up and drop off
• Bottled of water

This is a private tour, everything is flexible to your need!

• You will be met and welcomed by our guide and driver in your hotel Lobby at 4.45 am to begin the Tour.
• Your Tour Guide will send you a Link to purchase a Temple entrance e-ticket days in advance.
• Please wear flat shoes that are comfortable for walking.
• The US dollar cash is accepted everywhere in Cambodia.
• To enter some sacred places of the temples, you have to wear clothes that cover your knees and shoulders.
• Child policy: Children under 12 years old are not required to purchase an entrance ticket. A passport needs to be shown as proof.

Cancellation policy:

• Free Cancellation up to 48 hours in advance