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Get an early start to see the top attractions of the Angkor Archaeological Park and watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat. You’ll also visit important temples including Bayon, Ta Prohm, Bantey Srei, and Beng Mealea—all part of Cambodia’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. Avoid the crowds and heat by beginning in the early morning, and travel in comfort from Siem Reap with your own private guide and driver.

Take the guesswork out of navigating the world’s largest temple complex on this private guided tour of Angkor Wat. Enjoy convenient pickup from your Siem Reap hotel and travel around by tuk tuk to several of the top temples in the complex, Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, Tai Nei Temple, and Ta Phrom Temple, with a local guide to provide commentary.

Uncover the truths of Cambodia’s dark history with a half-day tour of the Tuol Sleng Museum and Cheung Ek Killing Fields from Phnom Penh. Learn about the atrocities committed by the Khmer Rouge and the Pol Pot regime as you walk the halls of Toul Sleng, the former S-21 Prison, then pay a moving visit to the mass graveyard of Cheung Ek, the ‘Killing Fields’.

This is the ultimate tour of the most haunting and spectacular temples in Cambodia. While Angkor Wat deservedly steals the limelight as the most famous sunrise in the world and the largest religious monument, Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei, and Angkor Thom (with the stunning Bayon Temple at its center) are equally humbling and beautiful. On this guided private tour, you’ll visit these sites at your own pace in the comfort of an air-conditioned minivan (or with the wind in your hair in a tuk-tuk, if you prefer!). Our guides are some of the best—personable, knowledgeable, passionate, and friendly. With chilled water provided throughout and the option to customize the route and start time, this is the finest way to experience the most incredible temple sites on Earth!

Rather than exploring Angkor Archaeological Park in a large group, opt for a personalized experience of the UNESCO World Heritage Site on a small-group tour that provides a perfect introduction for first-time visitors. You’ll travel between the dispersed Bayon, Ta Prohm, Angkor Wat, and Angkor Thom with ease, and enjoy the convenience of hotel pickup and drop-off.

Angkor Wat never ceases to amaze whatever time you visit, but there’s something mystical about seeing it backlit by the golden dawn sky. After snapping envy-inducing photos, follow your guide inside and be amazed by how remarkably preserved these centuries-old structures are. You will visit some of this 400-acre (1.6 square-kilometre) complex’s most popular temples including Ta Prohm, made famous by the movie The Tomb Raider, the Elephant Terrace and Bayon Temple.

Roam the Cambodian countryside with this full day tuk-tuk tour. Led by qualified tour guides, travel through the rural areas of Battambang to experience the culture and lifestyle of the Khmer people. Learn about the Pol Pot regime and visit bat caves while climbing the mountain Phnom Sampeau. Meet locals and ride on the historic bamboo train while admiring the gorgeous scenary.

Enjoy a scenic tuk-tuk ride through the Cambodian countryside of Kampot, passing traditional villages along the way. Stop at the ancient cave known as a prehistoric site for the visit and a short caving. Visit the biggest salt field in Kampot, Secret Lake, and explore one of Kampot’s organic pepper farms_La Plantation, the larger farm for a Self-Guided or Guided-Tour.

Experience Angkor the cool, flexible way — in your private Tuk-Tuk with Geko and his local team. With 20+ years on the Angkor roads, we know the crowd-beating timing, shaded shortcuts, and best photo angles at Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm. Start at sunrise for that iconic silhouette or choose a later departure for a slower pace. Stay fresh with unlimited bottled water and cold towels, and enjoy door-to-door hotel pickup & drop-off. Perfect for couples, friends and families (child seat on request). • Private Tuk-Tuk, paced to you • Smart “beat-the-crowds” route & timing • Best picture spots at Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm • Cold towels & unlimited water included • Easy hotel pickup & drop-off • Family-friendly; rain ponchos available

Escape the tourist trail for a scenic sojourn in the Cambodian countryside on this easy 4.5-hour bike excursion from Siem Reap. Wind your way down dirt tracks and hidden trails on an 18-mile (30-km) circuit through rural villages, rice paddies and sugar plantations. Stop along the way to meet the locals, sample typical Cambodian snacks (included) and witness traditional crafts like basket weaving. This small-group tour is limited to 14 people for a personalized experience.

Explore a floating village in Tonle Sap Lake on a full-day, private trip to Kompong Khleang. You’ll cruise the Kleang River past traditional lakeside communities, watch for some of Tonle Sap’s vast array of bird species, and learn about daily life in the village itself. Using a private river boat to tour the lake, you’ll enjoy a personalized, unrushed cultural experience without the fixed itinerary of group tours.

Explore the ancient Buddhist monuments, hidden caves, and beautiful waterfalls of Phnom Kulen National Park on this full-day tour. Enjoy trekking along the sacred River of a Thousand Lingas, take in the views from Kulen Mountain, and dip into a plunge pool. Along the way, stop to visit the Angkor-era temple of Beng Mealea, tucked away in the heart of the jungle.

Visit the top temples in the Angkor Archaeological Park with your own private guide for a personalized experience of Cambodia’s famous UNESCO World Heritage Site. Tour the grounds of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm with your guide there to provide commentary about the sites and help you navigate the rugged terrain. Your private tour includes entrance fees, lunch, and hotel pickup and drop-off from Siem Reap.

Make the most of your visit to the intricate and culturally rich Angkor Wat with this private, 2-day tour. Your guide picks you up each day and drops you off at your hotel each evening, and you have private transport between the different temples each day too. Hear about the history of each spot, learning about art and architecture. Highlights are watching sunset and sunrise over the temples, so make sure your cameras are ready.

This fully customizable tour of the UNESCO-listed Angkor Archaeological Park includes stops at Angkor Wat, Banteay Srey, Ta Prohm, and the city of Angkor Thom. A personal guide and driver accompany you from Siem Reap and make sure you see the best temples to suit your interests. Your guide provides a full-day itinerary with a focus on quality over quantity.

Explore the wonders of Angkor on this 2-day private guided tour, starting with iconic temples like Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm, and ending with a stunning sunset view from Phnom Bakheng. On the second day, enjoy a sunrise at Angkor Wat, visit the intricately carved Banteay Srei, and take a boat trip to the floating villages of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake. This tour offers a mix of famous landmarks, hidden gems, and authentic local experiences, including a traditional Cambodian breakfast.

Stray from the beaten path in order to gain local insight in Battambang’s countryside on a bike tour. Traveling by bike means you won’t have to worry about getting stuck in traffic jams and finding a parking space, while exploring with a guide means you’ll discover cultural information that you won’t find in the guide books. You’ll meet families and learn about their daily routine and sample seasonal fruits and coconut water along the way.

Located in the lush countryside between Kampot and Kep in southeastern Cambodia, La Plantation specializes in preserving the centuries-old traditions of Kampot pepper in Cambodia. This tour includes a guided tour of the farm, a pepper and spice tasting session with recipe suggestions, and a delicious Khmer lunch

Get an unforgettable adventure on a Vespa and ride to one of the most panoramic landscapes, through floating villages, and far away from the regular tourist route to some hidden and fascinating stops! You will spend the afternoon on Tonle Sap Lake and catch a glimpse of this fascinating way of life for many locals at Chong Khneas floating village. The tour concluded with a breathtaking view of the sunset over the Tonle Sap lake, one of nature’s most spectacular and awe-inspiring sights. It is a perfect way to end an incredible day, capping off your experience in Cambodia with a lasting memory.

Swap the bustling streets of Cambodia’s vibrant capital city for the tranquility of the countryside on this bicycle tour from Phnom Penh. Follow your guide through lush farmland and rice paddies to local villages for a taste of life in the countryside and the chance to try your hand at crafts like silk weaving. After your cycling tour, you’ll enjoy lunch with local farmers before hopping on a ferry across the Mekong and heading back to the city.

Explore Siem Reap at your own pace with this full-day car charter, chauffeured by a personal driver. Enjoy the freedom of creating your own sightseeing itinerary to the Angkor Archaeological Park, museums, local villages and other sights. Price is per vehicle, with a maximum of four passengers, and parking fees are taken care of. Mineral water, cold towel and round-trip hotel transport included. Upgrade for a sunrise viewing or to include accompaniment by a private guide.

Explore the Kampot countryside and Kep, Cambodia’s crab capital, on this full-day private tour by tuk-tuk. Visit key points including Phnom Chhngok Cave Temple, Brateak Krola Lake with its dark history, and Kampot Salt Fields using traditional methods. Finish with dinner at Kep crab market and watch the sunset at the beach.

The UNESCO-listed Angkor Temple complex is the largest of its kind in the world and it’s impossible to see it all in just one day. With this tour, spread your sightseeing over two days and take your time exploring. Marvel at Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, and Bayon Temple; watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat; then visit the remote Beng Mealea temple and the floating villages of Tonle Sap lake.

Watch the sun rise over the majestic 11th-century temple of Angkor Wat on this full-day temple-hopping tour of Siem Reap’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor complex. After your early morning pickup, your local guide will take you to Angkor Wat for sunrise, before visiting Angkor Thom, Bayon, the Terrace of the Elephants, and Ta Prohm—where the roots of ancient trees weave around intricately carved bas reliefs (Angkor entry fee not included).