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Siem Reap Temples Tour
5-Days of Adventure and Secret Ancient Wonders
Experience Hidden Jungle Temples, Sacred Rivers and VIP Cambodian Circus - All-Inclusive Temple Lover's Dream Tour
Ready for a Siem Reap temples tour that goes beyond the typical tourist trail? This 5-day adventure takes you to secret temples where jungle roots swallow ancient stones, sacred rivers carved with holy symbols, and mysterious faces that watch from towering walls.
Climb jungle-covered towers, dodge crowds, and spot ancient carvings that most tourists miss — all in just 5 days.
Siem Reap Temples Tour Overview
This Siem Reap Temples Tour takes you beyond the crowds to secret temples, jungle waterfalls, and ancient carvings most tourists never see. You’ll watch sunrise at Angkor Wat, climb through mysterious ruins, and support local communities while creating memories that last forever.
Experience Cambodia's Ancient Wonders Like Never Before
Siem Reap Temples Tour: The Highlights
Most people visit Siem Reap and only see the famous temples. But what if you could walk where few tourists go? This Siem Reap Temples Tour opens doors to Cambodia’s best-kept secrets.
Your journey starts before dawn at Angkor Wat tour spots where silence still rules. The Siem Reap Temples Angkor complex holds thousands of years of history. While crowds sleep, you’ll witness golden sunrises painting ancient stones.
But here’s where it gets interesting. After the sunrise crowds arrive, you disappear into forgotten corners. Hidden paths lead to temple day tour Siem Reap experiences that feel like stepping into an adventure movie.
Siem Reap Temples Tour Highlights and What makes this tour special:
- Beat the crowds – Visit major temples before tourists arrive
- Secret temple access – Walk paths most people never find
- Jungle adventures – Hike to waterfalls surrounded by ancient carvings
- Expert local guides – Learn stories that guidebooks don’t tell
- Cultural connections – Support communities through responsible tourism
- Photography opportunities – Capture shots without crowds in every frame
- Comfortable stays – Rest in quality hotels between adventure days
Your Siem Reap guided tour includes temples that range from world-famous to completely unknown. Each day brings new surprises.
Siem Reap Temples Angkor - Places You'll Visit
This Cambodia temple tour covers both famous sites and secret spots:
Each location offers something different. From UNESCO temples Cambodia to rural village experiences, variety keeps every day fresh.
Day 1 Locations:
- Siem Reap National Museum
- Hotel check-in and orientation
Day 2 Temple Circuit:
- Angkor Wat (sunrise viewing)
- Ta Keo Temple (climbing experience)
- Angkor Thom (sunset spots)
- Bayon Temple (famous face carvings)
Day 3 Adventure Sites:
- Kbal Spean (River of a Thousand Lingas)
- Banteay Srei temple (intricate pink sandstone)
- Ta Prohm temple (jungle-covered ruins)
- Banteay Kdei (peaceful monastery)
Day 4 Remote Temples:
- Beng Mealea (mysterious jungle temple)
- Rolous Group temples (ancient capital ruins)
- Phare Circus (evening cultural show)
Complete Siem Reap Temples Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival and Cultural Introduction
Your private Angkor tour starts the moment you land. An airport helper meets you right inside the terminal. They handle your visa paperwork while you collect bags.
The drive from airport to city takes about an hour. Rice fields and palm trees line the road. Your hotel sits in Siem Reap’s quiet area, away from tourist noise.
After settling in, visit the National Museum. Ancient artifacts tell Cambodia’s story through sculptures and carvings. This sets the stage for temple visits ahead.
Meals: None included
Stay: The Aviary Hotel – Kingfisher Deluxe Room
Day 2: Sunrise Magic and Angkor Thom Sunset
Wake up at 4:30 AM for the Angkor sunrise tour. Dark roads lead to Angkor Wat, where you’ll watch the sun paint temple towers gold. Pack breakfast keeps energy up during morning exploration.
Here’s the secret part. While tour buses arrive, you take hidden roads to lesser-known temples. These ancient temples Siem Reap spots stay quiet all day. Climb Ta Keo Temple for amazing views without crowds.
Walk along Angkor Thom walls where no tourists go. The East Gate shows Bayon faces with nobody else around. It feels like you own the place.
Afternoon rest beats the heat. Evening brings Angkor Thom exploration and sunset viewing from special spots your guide knows.
Meals: Breakfast
Stay: The Aviary Hotel – Kingfisher Deluxe Room
Day 3: Jungle Hike and Banteay Srei Temple Beauty
Today’s adventure starts with a two-hour jungle hike. Kbal Spean trails wind through thick forest to reach the “River of a Thousand Lingas.”
Ancient Khmers carved thousands of symbols into riverbed stones. Water flowing over these carvings became holy water for rice fields. The jungle setting makes this Siem Reap cultural tour experience feel magical.
Banteay Srei temple comes next. Pink sandstone carvings show incredible detail work. Local lunch at a family restaurant gives you real Cambodian flavors.
Return through Ta Prohm temple, where giant trees grow through ancient walls. This temple photography tour spot offers endless creative shots.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Stay: The Aviary Hotel – Kingfisher Deluxe Room
Day 4 and 5: Remote Beng Mealea and Cultural Evening - Departure
Leave paved roads behind for Beng Mealea adventure. This mysterious temple sits 1.5 hours from town through rice fields and villages. The grand circuit tour experience shows rural Cambodia life.
Beng Mealea ruins spread through jungle like a lost city. Stones tumble everywhere while trees reclaim ancient walls. Your guide helps picture how it looked 800 years ago.
Rolous Group temples come next. These Cambodia heritage sites represent early Angkorian architecture. Lunch at a local spot supports village families.
Evening entertainment comes from Phare Circus. Young Cambodian artists perform amazing acrobatics and storytelling. Your VIP seats put you right in the action.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Stay: The Aviary Hotel – Kingfisher Deluxe Room
Day 5: Departure
Private transfer takes you to the airport with time to spare. Your Siem Reap itinerary ends, but memories stay forever.
Meals: Breakfast
Accommodation Provided During this Tour
Your Comfortable Home Base in Siem Reap
After long days walking through ancient temples, you need a place to rest and recharge. We picked The Aviary Hotel because it gives you comfort without breaking the bank.
The Aviary Hotel sits in a quiet area of Siem Reap.
- Your room comes with air conditioning and a comfy bed.
- The hotel has a nice pool where you can cool off after hot temple days.
- Gardens surround the building with tropical plants and flowers.
- Staff members are friendly and speak English well.
- Free WiFi works in all rooms and common areas.
- The hotel restaurant serves good local food.
- It’s close to town but far enough away to stay peaceful.
What's Included in Your Cambodia Tour Packages
Duration: 5 days, 4 nights. Group Size: Small groups or private tours. Difficulty: Easy to moderate (some hiking involved). Best Time: November to May (dry season). Age Range: Suitable for ages 12 and up. Languages: English-speaking guides. Transportation: Air-conditioned vehicles with driver
Accommodation
- 4 nights at The Aviary Hotel (Kingfisher Deluxe Room)
- Daily breakfast included
- Airport transfers both ways
Transportation
- Air-conditioned car or van with professional driver
- All transfers between temples and sites
- Fuel and parking fees covered
Meals
- Daily breakfast at hotel
- 2 lunches at local restaurants
- Bottled water throughout tour
Activities
- All temple admission fees
- Siem Reap historical sites entry tickets
- Phare Circus VIP seats
- Museum entrance fees
Southeast Asia Journeys Travel Planning
Important Tour Information
Protecting Our Environment
Southeast Asia Journeys works hard to reduce plastic waste. We team up with local partners to cut down on single-use plastic. Hotels and restaurants on our tours are part of this effort.
You can help too. Bring a water bottle that filters water and can be used many times. Fill it up at your hotel room tap. Use drinking fountains and water stations. Each time you refill instead of buying plastic bottles, you help our planet.
Visa Requirements
Most places we visit need visas. Rules change often, so check with embassies or visa companies for the latest news. Visit https://www.evisa.gov.kh/ for more details about Cambodia visas.
Your passport should be good for at least 6 months after your tour ends. This keeps you safe from travel problems.
Weather in Cambodia
Cambodia stays warm all year. The dry season runs from November to May. Cool weather comes first, then hot and sticky weather from March to May. Rain falls between June and October.
Daytime temps will be 30-35 degrees. Pack hats and sunscreen for every day!
Travel Insurance
You must have insurance that covers emergency flights home if you get sick. Some regular insurance plans don’t cover all our tour activities. The places we visit might need special coverage too.
Buy a plan that covers your whole trip. Check our Insurance section for more help.
Booking Your Trip
Pay 30% of your tour cost to book your spot. Southeast Asia Journeys will hold your place once we get this payment.
What You Pay Extra For
Southeast Asia Journeys believes in clear pricing. No surprise costs hide in our tours. These items cost extra:
Visas and Travel Insurance: Visa needs depend on your country and tour. Travel insurance is required for all trips.
Tips for Guides: Tips are your choice. We give tip suggestions in your pre-trip papers.
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