Siem Reap: Angkot Wat Sunrise, Guide & Stories with Transfer
ID: GYG869783-1379242
Category:
Country: Cambodia
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Take in the ancient wonders of Angkor Wat on sunrise. Admire the temple, ruins, and history on multiple site exploration all in 1-day with an experience English speaking guide with transfer inclusive.
Embark on the natural wonders of sunrise Unesco Angkor Wat heritage site, known as largest religious temple in the world accompanied by a professional English-speaking guide, hear fascinating facts about history, culture, landmarks, anecdotes, and behind-the-scenes stories of the kingdom. Navigate the contrast between temple, apsaras, ruins, god's land, and a plethora of stories and myths in full-day guided tour experience.
Commencing our adventurous, exhilarating & thrilling journey from your hotel doorstep with inclusive pickup to witness the captivating sunrise at Angkor Wat, where striking landscapes await. After the pickup, enjoy a tranquil 40-minute drive through the early morning, with a quick stop at the Angkor office to purchase admission passes for those who do not have any tickets. Then proceed to the sunrise viewpoints, wander through Angkor Wat for a once-in-a-lifetime experience and select the ideal locations for your photographs. Once finished, explore the deeper interior of the great temple at Angkor, ancient ruins and temples that have captivated visitors for centuries with a guide, from its corridors, chambers to the upper terraces for viewpoints, providing a glimpse into what life was like during the ancient Khmer period.
The journey continues to Tonle Om Gate, one of the five ancient god gates dated back to the 12th century against vast open land, where you will enter the realm of the gods before passing through the historic Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple, which is adorned with 216 gigantic faces or smiling face towers. Additional stops include Terrace of the Elephant, among others. As the tour advance, there are occasional breaks for rest, restrooms, refreshments, food break if necessary.
Continue the expedition to Ta Prohm, known as the "Tomb Raider Temple", characterised by its overgrown jungle trees and vines, with numerous sections of the temple in a state of decay, adorned by the breathtaking tree root scenery. Approach Ta Prohm while circumventing the large crowds that enter from alternative routes.
As the tour is crowd-dependent, some places may vary or adjust early to avoid crowds. This relaxed journey invites you to take in the spectacular quick day trip sunrise for those on budget on a 8 hour tour, return in the afternoon around 12-1pm with memories last for a lifetime.
Highlights
- Witness stunning vistas of Angkor Wat, One of the Seven Wonders of the World
- Explore the enigma of mysteries temples such as Bayon, Angkor Thom & Ta Prohm
- Hear fascinating facts about history, culture, & behind-the-scenes stories
- An English guide to ensure attention & richer understanding of each highlight
- Embark on a stress-free journey with an affordable, air-conditioned transfer
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please be ready at the hotel lobby 15 minute before the schedule pickup time.
It is essential to cover your knees and shoulders when visiting temples or have a large scarf for those with short skirt in some holy sites.
Please be advised of the activities of this tour includes guided walking and occasionally ascending steps.
Admission to Angkor Archaeological Park is available to purchase onsite or online https://www.angkorenterprise.gov.kh
For a less expensive option, bring a packed lunch or buy a a meal at nearby restaurant.
This is a shared tour.
Multiple tours may run at the same time.
This activity operates in most weather conditions.
This tour duration includes pickup and drop-off.
This tour is operated in air conditioned minibus/minivan.
Please keep your valid admission pass at all times, each temple will check.
Please bring some cash for your personal expense.
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 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 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.