Afternoon Angkor Wat Private Tour with Sunset

Four temple stops and a sunset from a 79-meter hill

A private afternoon tour of Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and Bayon temples with a local English-speaking guide, hotel pickup and air-conditioned transport. You walk through Angkor Wat's three levels and towers, see Ta Prohm's tree-covered stones, explore Bayon's famous carved faces, then climb Phnom Bakheng Mountain for sunset views across the entire archaeological park.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each2 stops

1. Angkor Wat2h
2. Bayon1h

Explore Angkor temples and sunset

• Visit Angkor Wat temple inside and outside
• Tour Ta Prohm temple with tree cover
• Explore Bayon temple with famous faces
• See Angkor Thom city and South Gate
• Watch sunset at Phnom Bakheng Mountain

The experience

You start from your hotel and drive to Angkor Wat, the 12th-century temple built by King Suryavarman II. The guide walks you through the outside and inside of the temple, explaining its three levels and five main towers: the structure that became Cambodia's national symbol and appears on the country's flag. From there you move to Ta Prohm, the tree temple, where massive roots have grown over and through the stones, then to Bayon Temple, known for its carved stone faces covering the structure. You also pass through the South Gate of Angkor Thom City, which has five gates and stretches three kilometres on each side.

The tour ends at Phnom Bakheng Mountain, a 79-meter hill about 1.5 kilometres northwest of Angkor Wat. Built in the 9th century by King Yasovarman I, it sits at the centre of the archaeological park and offers panoramic views across the entire complex. You watch the sunset from the top, where five sandstone sanctuaries and the remains of 108 small towers frame the light. The mountain is the oldest temple in the park and one of Cambodia's most visited sites for this reason alone.

The tour runs 5 to 7 hours depending on your pace and how long you linger at each stop. You travel in an air-conditioned car or minivan (the size depends on your group), with a local guide who speaks English, drinking water and cold towels provided. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included. Wear comfortable walking shoes and clothes that cover your knees and shoulders when entering the temples. Temple entry tickets are not included and must be purchased separately.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned car or minivan transport.
• hotel pickup and drop-off.
• local English-speaking guide.
• drinking water and cold towels throughout the tour.

Options for this experience

10 options

Tuk tuk tourGuide in English · 12 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 14:00Angkor tour: visits Angkor Wat temple, Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm Temple. Lasts 6 hours, by Rermork (tuk tuk); pickup is included

Car tour for 1 to 3 peopleGuide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:30Temple day tour lasting 6 hours in a Toyota or Starex; pickup is included

Tour including an airport transfer to SAIGuide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 07:30, the last at 12:30Tour with SAI airport transfer: includes a one-way airport pick-up, a professional English-speaking guide and a car. Lasts 1 day; pickup is included

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Tour with a German-speaking guideGuide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:30Lasts 5 hours, in a car or minivan; includes pickup

Tour with a French-speaking guideGuide in English · 7 departure times: the first at 09:00, the last at 13:30Lasts 5 hours, in a car or minivan; includes pickup

Tour with a Spanish-speaking guideGuide in English · 9 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:30Lasts 5 hours, in a car or minivan; includes pickup

Minivan tour for 4 to 6 peopleGuide in English · 13 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00Angkor temple tour: visits Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm temples. Lasts 6 hours, in a Starex; pickup is included

Tour by minivan for 6 to 10 peopleGuide in English · 7 departure times: the first at 11:00, the last at 14:00Angkor tour: visits Angkor Wat Temple, Bayon Temple and Ta Prohm Temple. Lasts 6 hours, in a Starex; pickup is included

Tour by bicycleGuide in English · 10 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 14:00Angkor tour: the tour takes in visits to Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm temples. Lasts 6 hours, by bike. Cycle: share your height and weight with us so we can arrange the right bike size for you. Pickup is included

Airport transfer covering 2 directionsGuide in English · 14 departure times: the first at 00:30, the last at 13:30Within 2 ways airport transfer: includes round-trip airport transfers (pick-up and drop-off), a professional English-speaking guide and a car. Lasts 1 day, in a car or minivan; pickup is included

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Information

Lasts 5h–7h, runs every day, 18 start times, from US$ 59 per person, with a live guide in English, as a private tour and with free cancellation up to 24 h before.

Days and timesEvery day18 departure times: 00:30, 01:30, 02:30, 07:00, 07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 13:00, 13:30 and 14:00Another time? ›

GroupPrivate

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Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Book up to4h before

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Under 12: can't be booked

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

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Is this one for you?Book this private option if you want to choose your own vehicle type (bicycle, tuk-tuk, or car), and set your own pace through the temples without waiting for a group.

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Top questions

What is Angkor Wat and why is it on Cambodia's flag?

Angkor Wat is a 12th-century temple built by King Suryavarman II with three levels and five main towers. It became the national symbol of Cambodia because it represents the soul of the country, and the government placed it on the nation's flag to honour its cultural significance.

What makes Ta Prohm Temple different from the other stops?

Ta Prohm is known as the tree temple because massive tree roots have grown over and through the stone structure, creating a distinctive appearance where nature and architecture are intertwined. It stands out visually from the other temples on the tour.

How high is Phnom Bakheng Mountain and what will I see from the top?

Phnom Bakheng Mountain is a 79-meter-tall hill located 1.5 kilometres northwest of Angkor Wat. From the top, you get panoramic views across the entire Angkor Archaeological Park, making it one of the most popular sunset viewing spots in Cambodia.

What is Angkor Thom City and what will I see there?

Angkor Thom City is an ancient walled city that stretches three kilometres on each side and has five gates: the South Gate, the Ghost Gate (Gate of the Dead), the Victory Gate, the North Gate and the Killing Gate. You stop at the South Gate and explore the Elephant Terrace during the tour.

Do I need to book temple tickets in advance, or are they included?

Temple tickets are not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately when you arrive. Your guide will help you with the process, but you pay for entry at the site.

What should I wear and bring on this tour?

Wear comfortable walking shoes because you'll be on your feet at multiple temple sites. You must cover your knees and shoulders when entering the temples, so bring clothing that meets this requirement. The tour provides drinking water and cold towels, and you travel in air-conditioned transport, so you don't need to bring much else.