Siem Reap Trip Overview
Capturing that quintessential shot of Angkor Wat at sunrise will take some effort. Looking for the best place for sunrise in Angkor Wat? This tour is the best spot to stand and photograph Angkor Wat at sunrise and visit other main temples in Angkor Archeological Park such as Bayon, Royal Enclosure, and Ta Prohm temples.
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* Duration: 8 hours
* Starts: Siem Reap, Cambodia
* Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Siem Reap, Siem Reap Province, Cambodia
Capturing that quintessential shot of Angkor Wat at sunrise will take some effort. Looking for the best place for sunrise in Angkor Wat? This tour is the best spot to stand and photograph Angkor Wat at sunrise and visit other main temples in Angkor Archeological Park such as Bayon, Royal Enclosure, and Ta Prohm temples.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Angkor Wat, Sangkat Nokor Thum, Siem Reap Cambodia
Wake before sunrise this morning and make the 15-minute journey with your guide to Angkor Wat, Your guide will take you to a serene viewpoint where you can experience the dramatic sunrise as the first rays of the day kiss the magnificent temple good morning. It is certainly one of the most unique places in the world for sunrise but be forewarned, you won’t be alone!
Visit Angkor Wat, a legendary UNESCO World Heritage Site. Said by some to symbolize the soul of the Khmer people, the magnificent temple was built during the reign of King Suryavaman II in the early 12th century. Historians believe that many of the fascinating bas reliefs and stone carvings immortalize many of the mighty king’s wars. Images of Apsara dancers decorate the five famous towers which replicate the universe according to Hindu mythology.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Angkor Thom, Angkor Wat, Siem Reap 17259 Cambodia
Visit to Angkor Thom, the ancient royal city of Khmer Empire with its centre piece; the Bayon temple. As you approach, you will notice the enigmatic faces of former King Jayavarman VII looking into every direction. Your guide will take you to the Terrace of the Elephants, which served as a platform from where the King could welcome back his victorious army and the Terrace of the Leper King, which holds detailed carvings winding along a narrow passage way that leads to the Baphuon complex. If time permits, continue to visit other temples in the area.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Ta Prohm, National Road #6 Angkor Archaeological Park, Siem Reap 17252 Cambodia
Visit to the picturesque Ta Prohm. This beautiful temple is overgrown with fig trees, giving a haunting yet exotic atmosphere. The magnificent roots of the trees have merged over the centuries with the temple’s huge stone blocks, emphasizing a ‘forgotten city’ feeling.
Duration: 55 minutes
