Private Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour

Highlight

Your Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour includes these amazing stops:

  1. Ta Prohm Temple – Giant trees grow through ancient stone walls here. This is where they filmed Tomb Raider scenes.
  2. Victory Gate – Drive through this ancient entrance to Angkor Thom city.
  3. Bayon Temple – 216 carved stone faces stare at you from every direction. Each face is different.
  4. South Gate Bridge – Cross the famous bridge with warrior statues on both sides.
  5. Angkor Wat – The biggest religious building in the world. Perfect sunset views at 6:26 PM.

Intinerary

Skip the Tourist Rush – See 3 Famous Temples in One Perfect Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour

Our Private Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour gets you better sunset shots while other tourists fight morning crowds – 3 temples, 6 hours, zero stress!

Beat 90% of visitors who waste time in crowds – Get sunset photos everyone wants (starts at 1 PM!)

Most people think morning is best for temple visits. Wrong! Our Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour gets you to three famous temples with perfect sunset timing while other tourists fight morning crowds.

You’ll see the Tomb Raider temple, 216 stone faces at Bayon, and world-famous Angkor Wat in just six hours. We pick you up at the airport and handle everything so you get amazing photos without the stress.

Best choice for first-time visitors who want the most important temples in one perfect afternoon.

Overview

The Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour is a 6-hour guided temple experience in Cambodia’s Angkor Archaeological Park, starting at 1 PM and ending with sunset views at the world’s largest religious building. It includes visits to three major temples: Ta Prohm (the Tomb Raider filming location), Bayon Temple with 216 stone faces, and the famous Angkor Wat complex.

Perfect for first-time visitors and photographers, this tour avoids morning crowds while capturing golden hour lighting. Key features include:

  • Private English-speaking guide with local temple knowledge
  • Air-conditioned transport between all three temple sites
  • Perfect sunset timing at 6:26 PM from the best viewing spots
  • Free airport pickup for same-day arrivals in Siem Reap

This tour works great for travelers with limited time who want to see Cambodia’s most important temples in one afternoon with amazing photo opportunities.

What You Will Do

This Private Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour combines walking with comfortable transport. We drive between temples in air-conditioned vehicles. At each temple, you walk on ancient stone paths.

At Ta Prohm: You’ll walk through doorways where tree roots create natural picture frames. Take photos in the exact spots where Angelina Jolie filmed her scenes.

At Bayon: Climb stone steps to meet the carved kings face-to-face. Try to count how many stone faces you can spot (hint: there are over 200).

At Angkor Wat: Cross the long bridge over the water around the temple. Climb steep stairs to upper levels. Watch the sun disappear behind the famous towers.

Your guide tells stories about each carving. Learn why kings built these temples 800 years ago. Find out what daily life was like back then.

Private Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour Itinerary

Morning: We pick you up at the airport and take you to your hotel for quick check-in

1:00 PM – Leave your hotel for the Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour

1:20-2:50 PM – Visit Ta Prohm where ancient trees create natural art

3:00-3:50 PM – Enter through Victory Gate, see Bayon Temple highlights

4:00 PM – Cross the famous South Gate Bridge to reach Angkor Wat

4:30-6:00 PM – Walk around Angkor Wat and take photos

6:00-6:45 PM – Watch the perfect sunset from the best viewing spot

7:00-7:30 PM – Ride back to your hotel

Private Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour Key Details

  • Location: Angkor Archaeological Park
  • Tour Type: Private tour just for your group
  • Duration: 6 hours (plus airport pickup time)
  • Start Time: 1:00 PM
  • End Time: 7:30 PM back at your hotel
  • Best For: First-time visitors who want to see the most important temples
  • Guide: English-speaking local guide
  • Transport: Air-conditioned vehicle with driver
  • Days: Available every day of the week

Perfect for Your First Day

Landing in Siem Reap in the morning? This Private Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour works perfectly. Most tourists make the same mistake – they try to see everything at once. They get tired. They miss the best photo times. They stand in long lines.

Our afternoon timing beats the crowds. You see three temples in the right order. Your guide knows the best photo spots. Everything flows smoothly from one temple to the next.

Kids love the jungle temple adventure at Ta Prohm. Adults enjoy learning about the history and architecture. Everyone remembers the sunset forever.

The Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour saves you time and stress. We handle all the planning. You just show up and enjoy. Back at your hotel after sunset with amazing photos and memories.

Ready to turn your first day in Siem Reap into your best day? Book your Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour now and skip the tourist mistakes everyone else makes.

Includes & Excludes

Your Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour price includes:

✓ Free airport pickup and hotel drop-off

✓ Air-conditioned vehicle for all transport

✓ Professional English-speaking guide

✓ Cold water bottles all day

✓ All taxes and service fees

✓ Hotel pickup and drop-off in Siem Reap

  • Angkor Park entrance fee ($37 USD)
  • Your travel insurance
  • Lunch
  • Personal shopping
  • Tips (optional but nice)

Important Info

Additional Info:

  • Dress code: casual but shoulders and knees must be covered inside temples
  • Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
  • For your ventures outside we recommend you leave your airline tickets, passport, and the bulk of your cash/ travellers cheques at your hotel for safekeeping.  Just take enough valuables to cover your temple entrance and meal
  • No wheelchair accessible
  • Private options are also available. Please contact us if you need more information.

Terms & Conditions

Journey Cambodia’s Terms & Conditions 


Cancel Policy:

  • Full refunds are available for cancellations made up to 24 hours in advance.
  • Cancellations within 24 hours or no-shows will not be refunded.
  • Any amendments must be communicated at least 24 hours in advance.
  • Refunds will be processed within 7 business days.

 

From

$49

Our Angkor Wat Afternoon Tour gets you to three world-famous temples before the crowds arrive. You’ll see the jungle temple from Tomb Raider. Walk past 200 stone faces watching your every move. Then watch the sun set behind the most famous temple in the world – all in one perfect afternoon.

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