• Angkor Wat - Angkor Wat is a temple complex located in Angkor, Cambodia, constructed for King Suryavarman II in the early 12th century as his state temple and capital city. As the best-preserved temple at the site, it has continuously served as a significant religious center since its inception—initially Hindu, dedicated to the god Vishnu, and later Buddhist. It is the largest religious building in the world. The temple exemplifies the pinnacle of Khmer architectural style. It is designed to symbolize Mount Meru, the abode of the devas in Hindu mythology: within a moat and an outer wall 3.6 kilometers (2.2 mi) long are three rectangular galleries, each elevated above the previous. At the heart of the temple stands a quincunx of towers. Unlike most Angkorian temples, Angkor Wat faces west; scholars are divided on the meaning of this orientation. The temple is celebrated for the grandeur and harmony of its architecture, its extensive bas-reliefs, and the numerous guardian spirits adorning its walls.
• Angkor Thom - Angkor Thom is the capital city of the Khmer empire, constructed at the end of the 12th century.
  Name: Angkor Thom
  Date: Late 12th century
  King: Jayavarman VII

Location: North of Angkor Wat, between West Baray and East Baray
Nearby: Angkor Wat, Preah Khan, Phnom Bakheng

Angkor Thom is an almost square city encircled by 8-meter-high walls, stretching over 12 kilometers, with five impressive gopura gates providing access to the city. The city’s name translates to “large city” or “great city.”

King Jayavarman VII established Angkor Thom as the new capital of the Khmer Kingdom after expelling the Chams, who had destroyed the old capital, Yasodharapura. He fortified the city by constructing a high wall around it, which is further enclosed by a 100-meter-wide moat.

• Bayon Temple - The Bayon is a richly adorned Khmer temple located at Angkor in Cambodia. Built in the late 12th or early 13th century as the state temple of the Mahayana Buddhist King Jayavarman VII, the Bayon is situated at the center of Jayavarman’s capital, Angkor Thom.

A unique feature of the Bayon is the absence of an enclosing wall. However, it is protected by the wall surrounding the city of Angkor Thom. The basic layout of the Bayon consists of three levels (1-3). The first and second levels are square galleries featuring bas-reliefs. A circular Central Sanctuary dominates the third level. Despite this seemingly straightforward plan, the arrangement of the Bayon is intricate, with a maze of galleries, passages, and steps connected in a way that makes the levels practically indistinguishable, creating dim lighting, narrow walkways, and low ceilings. The temple is adorned with more than 200 smiling faces on its towers.

• Ta Prohm - Ta Prohm’s state of ruin is a state of beauty, explored with delight and left with a sense of regret.

Ta Prohm is located southwest of the East Mebon and east of Angkor Thom. Its outer enclosure is near the corner of Banteay Kdei. It can be accessed by entering the monument from the west and exiting from the east entrance.

Tip: Ta Prohm is especially serene and beautiful in the early morning. A torch and a compass are useful for visiting this temple at all times. It was constructed around the mid-12th century to early 13th century (1186) by King Jayavarman VII, dedicated to the king’s mother (Buddhist), and is a replica of the Bayon style of art.

Ta Prohm is among the largest monuments in the Angkor complex, with inscriptions providing an idea of the temple’s size. The complex included 260 statues of gods, 39 towers with pinnacles, and 566 groups of residences. Ta Prohm comprises a series of long, low buildings on one level, enclosed by a rectangular laterite wall (600 by 1,000 meters, 1,959 by 3,281 feet). Only traces of the wall remain visible. The center of the monument is reached by a series of towers connected with passages. This arrangement forms a ‘sort of sacred way into the heart of the monument’; three-square galleries enclose the area.

• Siem Reap - This tour concludes with a return transfer to your hotel or any requested drop-off point within the city center.

• Cold bottled water during tours
• Experienced English-speaking tour guide
• Transportation for 1-2 pax by tuk tuk, 3 pax more by a minivan
• Hotel pick-up and drop-off

• 1-Day Angkor National Park is 37$ per person
• Food and drinks (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, beer, wine, soft drinks)
• Tipping tour guide and driver
• Travel insurances

Embark on a journey to the most notable temples within the UNESCO-certified Angkor Archaeological Park on this small-scale excursion. Explore Angkor Wat, recognized as the seventh wonder of the world and the largest religious structure on the planet, delve into the complex of Angkor Thom, gaze upon The Bayon Temple adorned with 200 perpetual smiles, and marvel at the Ta Prohm temple as nature reclaims it amidst throngs of tree roots. Note that transportation from Siem Reap hotels is arranged, but entry tickets to the monument are not part of the tour package.

The tour wraps up with a return journey to your hotel or any specified location within the city’s core.

• Long pants or knee-length skirts/dresses are required for visiting the temples
• Variable group size depends on number of bookings each day
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Normally our guide will stop at a local restaurant in the national park for lunch during lunch time and it can be more expensive than restaurants in town, but it is only best choice on this tour.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.