2-Day Angkor Wat Circuit: Comprehensive Exploration of Banteay Srei and Tombs
5.0
317 Ratings
Experience a comprehensive 2-day exploration of the Angkor Wat Circuit, including visits to Banteay Srei and Tombs. Discover the magnificent temples, captivating history, and stunning landscapes of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Duration: 2 days
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights

Special Angkor Wat Small Circuit with Sunset

Angkor Wat - After your breakfast our guide will meet and pick you up in the lobby at 8:00am at your accommodation (Hotel or Guest House) and we will take you to buy temples pass along the way to temples then we’ll visit the world famous Angkor Wat temple.

Ta Prohm - It really is amazing! Afterward continue to Ta Promh on the small circuit road. This temple is one with a lot of gigantic tree roots over the temple and is the place where Hollywood made the movie “Tomb Raider”.

After busy couple hours in the morning between 12:00pm-1:00pm we’ll have lunch at a local restaurant nearby take around 45 minutes-1 hour ( Meals : food can be cost rank from 5USD per dish which depend on the food you order form menu ). After lunch then we go to the next temples.

Ta Nei Temple - Ta Nei is small & quite temples with less restoration yet. It is a very good for those who want to avoid crowds. The temple is surrounded by my big trees.

The Victory Gate - At first we will stop by visit the Victory gate on the east side of Angkor Thom. After quick stop visit & taking photos then we continue to Bayon temple.

Bayon Temple - Bayon temple is in the centre of Angkor Thom city with 49 towers in which every tower has 4 faces, so that means there are 196 faces of Budhhistsatva Avalokestesvara and we walk to the next temple.

Baphuon Temple - The nearby temple is called Baphoun which is a Hindu temple built before Angkor Wat in 11st Century. The big Reclining Buddha behind it was built in 16th Century & we continue to Royal Enclosure Wall.

Phimeanakas - Phimeanakas is the pyramid Hindu temple built in 10 Century and located in the center of the old Royal Palace of Angkor Thom so we can visit Phimeanakas altogether with ancient Royal Enclosure Wall.

Terrace of the Elephants - Terrace of the Elephants is the platform was ever used by many kings to view victorious returning army and it has many pictures of elephants carving on the wall of the platform.

Terrace of the Leper King - The Terrace of the Leper King is another platform located nearby on the north side of Terrace of Elephants.

Phnom Bakheng - Last one we go to climb up the hill Phnom Bakheng for waiting to see sunset view but in case if you don’t want to be waiting for sunset then you can skip sunset.

Note: Due to the limited number of tourists allowed at the peak on Phnom Bakheng , if it is busy we will take you to climb up Phnom Bakheng a bit earlier and you can take a bit longer waiting for sunset ( Note : Waiting & see sunset will take 1.45 hours - 2 hours )

What's Included
  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Comfortable air-conditioned transportation
  • Refreshments including cool water and towels
What's Not Included
  • Accommodation ( Hotel/Guest House )
  • Temples pass : 62USD/person ( Children under 12 years free )
  • Meals (B/L/D) - Food can be cost rank from 5USD per/dish depend on the food you order from menu.
Additional Information

On the inaugural day, we’ll explore Angkor Wat, the world’s largest religious monument. Following this, we’ll head to Ta Prohm, famously known as the ‘Tomb Raider temple,’ characterized by its gigantic tree roots enveloping the temple.

Post lunch, we’ll tour Ta Nei temple before proceeding to the South Gate of Angkor Thom, a notable photo spot in the Angkor Park. Our journey will then take us to Bayon, the temple bearing 216 serene faces, nestled in the heart of Angkor Thom. As part of our exploration in Angkor Thom, we’ll pay visits to Baphuon, the Terrace of Elephants, and the Leper King. To conclude the day, we’ll ascend to the top of Phnom Bakhen mountain for a breathtaking sunset view.

For the second day, we’ll start with a stunning sunrise view at Angkor Wat and explore significant temples in the Big Circuit, namely Preah Khan - the Sword temple, Neak Pean, Ta Som, East Mebon, and Pre Rup temple.

Come afternoon, we’ll experience the charm of Banteay Srei, also referred to as the Ladies Temple. Constructed with exquisite pink sandstone, it is often regarded as the ‘jewel of Angkor.’

Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
5.0
(317 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Xlk2024
May 4, 2024
Great experience touring temples with detailed commentary and first class service! - We were led by our tour guide, Sam, and driver, San, for a 2 day tour around the small and big circuits. Overall great experience with Sam being very detailed in his commentary of the history behind the temples, sharing interesting tidbits of info and being able to answer any questions we have proficiently. Sam was also very attentive to details and set about making the tour more enjoyable. He customised the tour to better suit the heatwave we were experiencing in May at that time, going first to Angkor Wat in the morning when it was cooler so we could look around the main attraction in comfort, before visiting the other temples in the afternoon. He proactively suggested photo spots and poses, and helped take pictures for us. Sam, the driver, also provided excellent service, ensuring we always had access to cold water and towels every time we were back in the car, and that we didn't have to wait for long when we were exiting the current temple to board the car for the next leg of the journey. Would highly recommend Happy Angkor Tour if you want a highly detailed tour with a professional tour guide and driver!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Fanjw007
May 4, 2024
Great Temple "Run" adventure made perfect bu the dynamic duo of Mr Sam and Mr San - For anyone still on the fence about the 1 or 2 day temples tour, take the 2-days tour! One day is simply not enough to experience all the majestic beauty that the ancient Khmer civilisation has to offer. And we had the best experience ever - led by our tour guide Mr Sam and driver Mr San, we were ushered around the vast expanse of the park in the comfort on an Air Conditioned SUV; a godsend in the 42°C weather of May 2024 (when most of Southeast Asia was experiencing one of the harshest heat waves on record). Mr Sam never fretted about the heat and kept up a constant flow of information about the architecture, carvings, religion, and Cambodia in general - great for casual tourists like us who "don't know what we don't know". So it was amazing having a knowledgeable tour guide like Mr Sam who was very detailed in his explanations, and when we did have more questions he was able to answer them! Bonus points for the wisecrack jokes keeping us entertained. And double bonus points as he knew all the good photo spots and helped us take quite a number of fun shots. He was also instrumental in us getting front row seats to the Angkor Wat sunrise. Mr San was an excellent navigator. He took us safely around the park, piloting the SUV smoothly for us passengers to feel relaxed in the car. And when we came back from exploring the temples, he always had ice-cold water and fresh towels (ice-cold too) waiting for us, an absolute lifesaver! He also found the neatest places to park the car under shade so that the sun would never heat it up too much and so we always returned to a cool car. An unforgettable adventure definitely! And one that I am most delighted to have taken with Happy Angkor Your - especially with Mr Sam and Mr San around to make the experience all the more perfect! (:
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Pei_s
May 1, 2024
Warm Hospitality of Cambodia - Most touched by the gentle and friendly nature of our guide Sroeb Mao and driver So Phattra from Happy Angkor Tour that made the 2 days comfortable and enjoyable. We saw many temples.
Review provided by Viator
Nazzer_2013
Apr 27, 2024
Good private tour - Trip was 2 days we had private tour so a custom made itinerary. Tour guide Jimmy was knowledgeable, punctual and always able to answer any questions. Driver San drove safely, always provided cold water and cold towel upon return from a site visit. Lunch stops were good too. Overall good experience.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Raulcarlos84
Apr 20, 2024
Sam and San exceeded our expectations - Sam and San were beyond out expectations. Sam our guide was extremely resourceful, patient while explaining the details, carvings, sculptures and history un each temple. He took us to each temple while bring patience AND took us to diferente angeles to be able to admire the details and perspectives from multiple sites. San our driver was extremely helpful. Excellent driving, and "the devil is in the details": always opening the door, providing cold water AND fresh/cool towels that were highly needed, we visited when the city was above 100 F at noon. We has the opportunity to visita 4 cities before Siem Reap with Sam and San being the best duo.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Rendelros
Apr 14, 2024
Cambodia trip 2024 - Amazing 2 days temple tour with our tour guide Lonn Thou and our driver Path. Two wonderful men who really looked after us during our trip. Highly recommend these 2 men!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Pathfind6
Apr 7, 2024
An enjoyable two days at Angkor Wat - The temples of Angkor Wat and surrounding areas were excellent and I enjoyed the experience despite the 39 degree heat. Our guide Thou and driver Bungay were knowledgable and very helpful. Thou even bought some glue so that I could mend my shoes which disintegrated in the heat. The two days were both enjoyable and informative thanks to our guide and driver.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Jacod848
Apr 6, 2024
Two day temple tour. - Tour guide, Lonn, Thou was very friendly and informative. He had a good knowledge of the history behind temples. Will recommend the tour.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Nathaniel_n
Apr 1, 2024
Magnificent temples, great guide and driver! - Our time with the 2-day Angkor Wat tour with Jimmy as our tour guide in Cambodia was exactly our vision. The experience was exactly what was explained online. The experience was worth the money in every possible way, but the highlight of the tour was our guide, Jimmy. His kindness and friendliness put us at ease, setting the tone for a memorable two-day experience. Right off the bat, Jimmy's sense of humor added an extra layer of fun to our trip. His jokes and anecdotes entertained us during long drives and helped create a warm atmosphere throughout the trek. But it wasn't just his humor that made him exceptional; it was his depth of knowledge about the sites we visited. As we explored landmarks like Angkor Wat, Bayon (a now personal favorite!),Ta Prohm and ten other sites, Jimmy served as our personal encyclopedia of history and culture. His explanations of Hinduism and Buddhism, intertwined with captivating stories, enriched our understanding of Cambodia's heritage. He didn't just recite facts; he made everything more personal and magical, bringing the ancient sites to life. He also knew logistics like when to hit which locations before crowds showed up or which spots were better in the morning because of heat. Jimmy also had loads of patience and flexibility. He tailored our experience to suit our interests and pace, ensuring that we got the most out of every moment. Whether we wanted to linger at a temple to soak in more epicness or call it early because jet lag can be a bummer, he was willing to go with the flow. One of our favorite moments was when Jimmy guided us toward a very special spot in one of the temples. He mentioned how many people pass it because it’s a bit of the way or because they didn’t have the right information, but he knew we were going to love it. It ended up being a beautiful shrine to a queen that was decorated with gifts and incense. Other tourists continued to pass it without knowing it’s existence but because of Jimmy we got a special VIP memorable moment. Jimmy's talent as a photographer also elevated our experience. He knew precisely where to position us for the perfect shot. He even played around with my different Polaroid cameras knowing how special it was for me to have momentos. He did it without an ounce of doubt. Thanks to him, we have a stunning collection of photographs that capture the essence of a trip to the different monuments. We would book Jimmy for future adventures in Cambodia in a snap. His professionalism, expertise, and genuine passion for sharing the locations make him an invaluable tour guide. We will enthusiastically recommend him to all our friends who express an interest in visiting Cambodia, knowing that they will be in the best possible hands. We also have to give a shout out to Jimmy’s driver, Hi, who constantly kept us safe on the roads and hydrated with plenty of water and cold towels in the trunk of the car. Life saver, really! We feel incredibly grateful and fortunate to have had Jimmy as our guide. His wisdom, enthusiasm, and warmth enriched our journey in ways we never imagined possible. He didn't just show us the sights; he enlightened us, leaving an indelible mark on our experience. Thank you, Jimmy, for a truly unforgettable experience.
Review provided by Viator
Elaine
Mar 30, 2024
Fantastic Angkor Temple Tour - Excellent touring experience with Happy Angkor Tour. Owner Mony answered our enquiries promptly with suggestions and customized options. Punctual and good driving in comfy vehicle with Driver Det. Tour Guide Jimmy was very informative about the temples and life in Cambodia, showed us great photo "money shots" and looked after our group well. Thank you!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Select Date and Tickets
up to 15 guests
1
Adult
June 2024
Sun
Mon
Tue
Wed
Thu
Fri
Sat
Today