Angkor Wat Small Circuit Tour Small – Group and Guide tours

There are two circuits of the Angkor Temples. The Small Circuit visits the most famous and historically significant temples; the Grand Circuit visits other temples which are less important, but no less impressive.

The 18-kilometre Small Circuit is marked in red on the map below along with all the major sights. We have also suggested walking routes through the main temples and recommended parking spots.

The most iconic of the Angkor temples, Angkor Wat is the largest religious building in the world and the Khmer Empire’s greatest legacy. It’s the showpiece of the empire’s devotion to religion and the best example of their architectural skill.
Angkor Wat is a powerful symbol of Cambodian culture and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Angkor Thom was one of the most impressive cities of the Angkor period, and evidence of their extensive urban planning.

This ancient city covers an area of 9 square kilometres surrounded by four walls 3 kilometres in length. Each wall has a gate which provides access to the complex over a moat. The most impressive gate is the South Gate, which is how you enter Angkor Thom on the small circuit.

At the centre of the complex is Bayon, an extensively decorated temple with 216 gigantic smiling faces. Surrounding it are numerous other sites, which are best seen by walking between them.

We highly recommend stopping at Bayon Temple on the small circuit. The surrounding temples are also well worth strolling around.

Exit Bayon Temple northwards and when you see another temple on your left follow the thin stone causeway to Baphuon.

Climb to the summit for wonderful views over the forest, before descending and winding your way through the trees to Phimeanakas, a Hindu temple surrounded by a pretty moat.

Continue through the trees to small but pretty Preah Palilay

then return to the main path and head past the Terrace of the Leper King to the Terrace of the Elephants.

The Small Circuit now exits Angkor Thom via the Eastern Gate. Ruined and less restored than the South Gate it’s an easy quick stop.

The road then passes between two small temples. Thommanon and Chau Say Tevoda. They have interesting carved pediments, but most people quickly skip by. Next is Spean Thmor, an ancient bridge that has seen better days and not worth stopping at.
The highlight of the area is Ta Keo. One of the first temples built entirely from sandstone, it is a monumental, stepped pyramid topped with five massive towers. Even if you don’t climb the stairs to the summit, it’s well worth stopping and grabbing a photo from the base.

Ta Prohm is the Tomb Raider Temple with ancient walls crumbling under the constriction of the jungle.
The complex is a maze of corridors, vaults, and closed courtyards. Many are piled up with boulders tossed aside by the advancement of the jungle. Bas-relief adorns many of the walls and porches, enhanced by the flickering shadow of huge encroaching trees.

It’s a magical place and an essential stop on the Small Circuit.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

• Private Group : 3 Pax Up
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  Minivan: Private Tour
  Pickup included
• Tuk Tuk ( Remorque)
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  Tuk Tuk ( Remorque)
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• Angkor Cycling Tour
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  Bicycle : Soak up by bicycle the ancient majesty of Angkor, seat of the Khmer Empire between the 9th and 15th centuries.
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• SUV Car and Tour Guide
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  SUV Car
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• Local English guide tour guide
• All local applicable taxes
• Local Water during Tour

• Angkor Wat Ticket 37$/person
• Travel Insurance
• Appreciation Tip
• Soft Drinks & Drinks at your own account

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• This Tour is Provided by Buffalo Journey Cambodia.
• Tour Timezone & Starts at Asia/Phnom_Penh.
• Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
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• Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
• Maximum 10 Travelers is accepted for booking.