Angkor Wat sunrise tour from Siem Reap: Three temples in one day

Watch the sunrise hit Angkor Wat, then walk through three temples in a single day

A full-day guided tour from Siem Reap covering Angkor Wat at sunrise, Angkor Thom's Bayon Temple, Ta Prohm with its massive overgrown trees, and the ornate Banteay Srei, with hotel pickup, an English-speaking guide, transport and a Khmer breakfast included. The tour runs 7 to 8 hours and returns to Siem Reap by late afternoon.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time at each

1. Angkor Wat3h
2. Ta Prohm1m
3. Banteay Srei2m

Sunrise and Temples Tour in Siem Reap

• Early morning hotel pick-up
• Watch sunrise at Angkor Wat
• Guided tour of Angkor Wat temple
• Visit South Gate of Angkor Thom
• Explore Bayon Temple
• See Terrace of Elephant and Leper King
• Discover Ta Prohm Temple
• Enjoy Khmer-style breakfast
• Optional visit to Banteay Srei Temple
• Return to Siem Reap

The experience

The day starts with an early pickup from your Siem Reap hotel, driving you to Angkor Wat in time to watch the sunrise break over the temple's silhouette. After that first light fades, a guide walks you through the bas-reliefs and galleries, explaining the architecture and the history carved into the stone. The scale of the place becomes clear once you are standing inside it, not just looking at photographs.

From there the route moves through Angkor Thom, the ancient walled city, stopping at the South Gate, the Bayon Temple with its stone faces, the Terrace of Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. Each site has its own layout and story, and the guide fills in the context as you move between them. A Khmer breakfast happens partway through the morning, giving you time to sit and take in what you have already seen.

Ta Prohm comes next, the temple where massive tree roots have grown over and through the ruins for centuries, creating a visual contrast that photographs alone do not quite capture. The optional stop at Banteay Srei, known for its intricate carved detail, rounds out the day if time allows. An air-conditioned vehicle handles all the transport between sites, and you are back at your hotel by late afternoon.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Siem Reap.
• air-conditioned vehicle for all transport between temples.
• English-speaking guide providing historical and cultural context at each site.
• water and fresh towel in the vehicle.
• Khmer breakfast during the tour.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 04:30

AgesAdult (12 to 85 years) · Child (2 to 11 years) · Infant (under 2): free

GroupUp to 16

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Asia Tours Desk

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to see all three main temple complexes in one day with a guide who knows the site: the fixed route covers Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm without backtracking, but you'll need to start before dawn.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (2 to 11 years); Infant (under 2): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the Angkor Wat sunrise tour pick me up from my hotel?

The tour includes early morning pickup from your Siem Reap hotel, timed so you arrive at Angkor Wat before sunrise. The exact pickup time depends on your hotel location and the sunrise schedule on your travel date.

What is Ta Prohm Temple like when I get there?

Ta Prohm is an ancient temple where massive tree roots have grown over and intertwined with the stone ruins over centuries, creating a striking contrast between the overgrown jungle and the carved architecture. You walk through the temple with your guide, who explains the site's history and the unusual relationship between the trees and the structure.

Does the tour include meals?

A Khmer-style breakfast is included during the tour. Lunch is not included, though the guide can suggest places to eat during the day if needed.

How many temples do I visit on this full-day tour?

The tour covers Angkor Wat at sunrise, Angkor Thom (including the Bayon Temple, South Gate, Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King), Ta Prohm, and an optional visit to Banteay Srei. That is four main temple complexes across the day.

Is entrance to the temples included in the tour price?

Temple entrance fees are not included in the tour price and are paid separately. Your guide will help you arrange this at the sites.

What is the pace like? How much walking is involved?

The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. You walk through each temple at a moderate pace with your guide, stopping to view the architecture and carvings. The air-conditioned vehicle transports you between sites, so you are not walking long distances between temples.