Angkor Thom Afternoon Tour by Tuk Tuk
ID: GYG39411-49489
Category:
Country: Cambodia
Duration:
04:00 hours
Description
Discover the Angkor temples of Siem Reap on a 6-hour afternoon by tuk-tuk. Explore the former Royal City to see the vine covered temples of Bayon and Baphuon. Marvel at the ancient Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, and more.
See the stunning temples of Angkor Thom on a half-day afternoon tour, traveling by typical tuk tuk.
Following a pick-up from your Siem Reap hotel, drive to the royal city and former capital of the Khmer Empire to walk among the ornate temples of Bayon and Baphuon. Upon arrival, enter the city through the impressive South Gate, and drive towards Bayon Temple.
At first glance the temple is nothing more than a shapeless mass of stones. Get closer, and you will see enigmatic faces carved on the temple walls, depicting scenes of Khmer life.
Continue to the Terrace of the Elephants to see where the Khmer kings viewed their victorious armies as they returned to the citadel. Next, look at the detailed carvings of the Terrace of the Leper King, winding your way along a narrow passage that leads to the 3-tiered Temple of Baphuon, dedicated to the Hindu God Shiva.
Highlights
- See the Khmer Empire citadel of Angkor Thom
- Explore the ornate reliefs of the Baphoun Temple to Shiva
- Marvel at the ruins of the Terrace of the Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King
- Learn more about the Angkor rulers of the Khmer Empire
- Drive the vine covered site of Angkor Thom by tuk tuk
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap. Please provide full hotel details
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
