Banteay Srei & 5 Temples Tour: Small Group with English Guide

Walk through six temples in a single day, guided through the carvings and layouts that make each one distinct.

A full-day shared tour visiting Banteay Srei, Preah Khan, East Mebon, Pre Rup, Ta Som and Neak Pean temples with an English-speaking guide certified by the Apsara Authority. The minibus holds up to 10 guests and includes hotel pickup between 7:40am and 8:10am, with drop-off at 4pm. Lunch is not included, though cafes operate near the temples. Bring a packed meal to avoid higher prices. The dress code requires knees and shoulders covered for entry to all temples.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Banteay Srei2h
2. Preah Khan1h
3. Pre Rup1h
4. Ta Som Temple1h
5. Neak Pean1h

Visit Banteay Srei and 5 temples

• Visit Banteay Srei Temple
• Visit Preah Khan Temple
• Visit East Mebon Temple
• Visit Pre Rup Temple
• Visit Ta Som Temple
• Visit Neak Pean Temple

The experience

The tour starts with hotel pickup in the early morning and moves through six temples across seven to eight hours. Your guide is trained and certified by the Apsara Authority, which manages the temple complex, so the commentary goes beyond what a self-guided walk would offer. The minibus is air-conditioned and stocked with cold towels and bottled water, which matters on a full day of walking between sites.

Banteay Srei is the anchor stop: a smaller temple than Angkor Wat but famous for the precision of its carved sandstone and the detail of its narrative reliefs. From there the route moves to Preah Khan, a sprawling 12th-century monastery with galleries and courtyards still partly reclaimed by tree roots, then to East Mebon and Pre Rup, both built on artificial islands in what was once a vast reservoir. Ta Som and Neak Pean close the day. The sequence is designed to fit six temples into the afternoon without rushing. The guide controls the pace and decides how long to spend at each stop based on the group's interest.

You can bring lunch from town or eat at the cafes near the temples, though the operator notes those are pricier. The dress code is enforced at entry: knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women, and sleeveless tops or shorts will get you turned away. Plan accordingly, especially if you're arriving from a beach town where lighter clothes are the norm.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup between 7:40am and 8:10am with drop-off at 4pm.
• air-conditioned minibus transport.
• cold towels and bottled water on the bus.
• English-speaking guide certified by the Apsara Authority.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 07:40

Book up to4h before

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

GroupUp to 12

Live guideEnglish and Thai

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

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

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Siem Reap Shuttle

Is this one for you?Book this if you want a guide who explains temple history and architecture in English while you explore five sites in one day: the small group (up to 10 people) lets you ask questions without slowing the pace.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Thai.

What's the difference between Banteay Srei and the other temples on this tour?

Banteay Srei is smaller and more intricately carved than the larger temple complexes like Preah Khan and Pre Rup, and it's the primary focus of the day: the other five temples round out the itinerary so you see a range of styles and periods in a single tour.

Do I need to buy temple entry tickets separately, or are they included?

Temple entry is not included in the tour price and must be purchased separately. Your guide will help with that process when you arrive at the first site.

Can I bring my own lunch, or do I have to eat at the temple cafes?

You can bring a packed lunch from town, which is cheaper than eating at the cafes near the temples. The operator recommends this if you want to control your cost and timing.

What time does the tour end, and will I have time to do anything else that afternoon?

Drop-off is at 4pm, so the tour finishes in the early afternoon: enough time to return to town and rest or visit a market before dinner, but not enough for a second major activity.

Is there a dress code I need to follow to enter the temples?

Yes, knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women, and no sleeveless tops or shorts are allowed. The dress code is enforced at entry, so plan your clothing accordingly.

How many people typically go on this tour, and will I be with a large group?

The minibus holds up to 10 guests, so it's a small shared group rather than a large coach tour. The size keeps the pace manageable and the guide can answer questions without losing people.