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Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour
Sunrise, Jungle Roots, and a Village Most Visitors Never Hear About: The Calmest Morning in Angkor
Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour
Six ancient Khmer temples. One private guide. Zero rushing. This is the full-day Siem Reap temple tour that visitors wish they'd booked before they ever set foot in Cambodia.
The Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour fits three very different stops into one relaxed morning. It starts on the wide terrace of Srah Srang, an ancient royal bathing pool where the eastern horizon stays open and the crowds stay thin.
From there you walk into Ta Prohm while the roots and stone are still cool and the big groups are still parked at Angkor Wat. A hot Khmer breakfast by the water comes next, and the morning ends in Preah Dak village, where locals prepare Bamboo and Palm leaves into the traditional Khmer village home roofing by hand.
That is the Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour in one breath, and it is the Srah Srang Sunrise Tour built for people who love temples but hate queues. Water, roots, breakfast, weavers, back by 11:30 am.
Highlights
- Sunrise from an open lakeside terrace instead of a wall of camera phones
- Ta Prohm’s famous tree roots with room to breathe and time to shoot
- A real Khmer breakfast and strong iced coffee at a family run stall
- A quiet dirt road loop through Preah Dak, away from the main highway
- A live palm leaf weaving demonstration inside a local home
- Hotel drop off by 11:30 am, so your afternoon stays free
- A guide who handles tickets, timing and routes while you handle the camera
Full Itinerary: Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour
- 4:45 to 5:00 am, Hotel pick up. Your driver meets you in the lobby while the town still sleeps. Confirm your room number with reception the night before so nobody hunts for you in the dark.
- 5:00 to 5:30 am, Drive to Srah Srang. The 10 km ride out to the park is cool and quiet. Have your Angkor Pass ready at the gate.
- 5:30 to 6:30 am, Sunrise at Srah Srang. In late September the sun comes up at about 5:53 am, straight across the water from the terrace. The pool opens at 5:00 am, so you arrive with time to spare. Pick your spot in the middle of the cruciform platform and watch the sky do its thing. Sunrise times for Siem Reap
- 6:30 to 8:30 am, Ta Prohm. Two hours inside the jungle temple while the light slants low. Walk the main circuit slowly, and linger at the doorway where the roots form a natural frame. Stone stays slick after rain, so mind your step.
- 8:30 to 9:30 am, Khmer breakfast and coffee. Back to the stall cluster near Preah Dak for coffee and fruit, cooked by the families who work this shore every morning.
- 9:30 to 11:00 am, Preah Dak Village. Your guide turns off the main road onto a smaller local lane into the quieter part of the village. You walk past stilt houses and paddies, then sit with a weaving family as sugar palm leaves become baskets in front of you. Buying a piece on the spot puts money straight in the weaver’s hands.
- 11:00 to 11:30 am, Return to Siem Reap. Out through the park gate and back to your hotel before midday, with the whole afternoon still yours.
Srah Srang Sunrise With Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour Pricing
Catch sunrise over an ancient royal bathing pool, walk through Ta Prohm before the crowds arrive, and meet the palm leaf roof makers of Preah Dak village on this private morning tour from Siem Reap. Pricing is based on the total number of travelers in your private group, with the total tour price and approximate price per person shown below.
| Group size | Tour price per group | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveler | $165.00 | $165.00 |
| 2 travelers | $170.00 | $85.00 |
| 3 travelers | $225.00 | $75.00 |
| 4 travelers | $280.00 | $70.00 |
| 5 travelers | $325.00 | $65.00 |
| 6 travelers | $360.00 | $60.00 |
| 7 travelers | $385.00 | $55.00 |
| 8 travelers | $400.00 | $50.00 |
| 9 travelers | $360.00 | $40.00 |
| 10 travelers | $300.00 | $30.00 |
Please note: Prices are based on the total number of travelers in your private group. The Angkor Pass is not included in the tour price. For groups larger than 10 travelers, please contact us for a custom quotation.
Pickup and Drop Off
- Pick up runs from 4:45 to 5:00 am at your hotel in Siem Reap. The driver holds a sign with your name at the lobby, so look for it rather than wandering outside.
- Tell reception your room number the night before. Pick ups move fast in the dark, and a ten second errand at 2 pm saves a five minute hunt at 4:45 am.
- Wait in the lobby, not in your room. Drivers cannot knock on doors at most hotels, and the whole tour runs on a tight morning window.
- Set two alarms. One for waking up, one for getting up. Dawn tours have a hard start time because the sun does not wait.
- Hotels outside central Siem Reap (airport zone, lakeside resorts) may carry a small supplement. Confirm your hotel name when you book and the exact pick up time the evening before.
- Drop off lands back at your hotel at about 11:30 am, right after the village visit. No detours, no surprise stops on the way back.
Included
Your Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour price covers:
- Hotel pick up and drop off in Siem Reap
- Transport for the full morning
- English speaking guide
- Local breakfast and coffee at Preah Dak
- The village visit and roofing demonstration in Preah Dak
- All stops listed in the itinerary
Tour Exclusions
- Angkor Pass, 37 US dollars for a one day ticket, 62 for three days, 72 for seven days
- Tips for your guide and driver
- Woven crafts or snacks you buy in the village
- Meals and drinks outside the listed breakfast stop
- Travel insurance
What to Bring
Angkor Pass required for both sites: US$37 (1-day) / US$62 (3-day) / US$72 (7-day), sold by Angkor Enterprise. Buy online or at the official office; passport photo needed; checked at every gate.
Sunrise ≈ 5:53–5:54 am late September; sunset ≈ 5:58 pm. Srah Srang park hours 5:00 am–5:30 pm.
Late September = wet season: 24–32 °C, humid, chance of showers — pack a light rain layer.
Dress code: shoulders and knees covered at both temples.
The Srah Srang Sunrise with Ta Prohm and Preah Dak Village Tour runs through three settings, so pack for all three:
- Angkor Pass, printed or on your phone
- Passport or a copy, asked for at the gate
- A light long layer for the cool hour before dawn
- Water you can refill
- Insect repellent, dawn near a reservoir is peak mosquito hour
- Sun protection for the later village walk
- Small US dollar or riel notes, cards do not work at stalls or in the village
- Shoes with grip, wet stone and dirt lanes both count
- A camera or phone with night mode, it covers the whole morning
Additional Information
Dress code: Long pants or a skirt below the knee, and covered shoulders, are required at all six temples. Lightweight cotton or linen clothing is the most practical option in Siem Reap’s heat. Staff at some temple gates will turn you away if your clothing doesn’t meet the standard.
Angkor Archaeological Park pass: Included in the tour price. This is an official, photo-printed ticket issued by the Cambodian government and is checked at every temple gate. Your guide collects and manages the passes for your group.
Physical demands: The tour involves moderate walking on uneven ground and stone stairs. Pre Rup has steep steps to the summit. Most visitors of average fitness complete the full day without any trouble. This tour is not recommended for travelers with back problems, pregnant travelers, or those with serious heart conditions or medical concerns.
Children and infants: The Angkor Grand Circuit Tour is open to all ages from 0 to 99. Infant car seats are available on request — just ask when booking. Kids usually respond well to the stone elephants at East Mebon and the fig-tree gate at Ta Som. Those two stops tend to get the most genuine reactions from younger visitors.
Group privacy: This is a private tour. No other travelers are added to your booking. Your guide and vehicle are assigned exclusively to your group for the full day.
Photography tips: The Angkor Grand Circuit temples photograph well throughout the day. Neak Pean and Ta Som get good, even light in the mid-morning. Pre Rup in the late afternoon catches warm, low-angle light that turns the stone orange. If you’re planning shots at specific locations, your guide can adjust the timing slightly to help.
Accessibility: This tour is not wheelchair accessible. Stone stairs and uneven paths are present at all six temples. Infants must sit on laps during vehicle transport.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refunds are issued for cancellations made with at least 24 hours’ notice.
- Non-refundable: Cancellations made within 24 hours or no-shows will not receive a refund.
- Amendments: Changes must be communicated at least 24 hours in advance.
- Refund Processing: Refunds will be issued within 7 business days.
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