1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village
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Is 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village worth booking?
1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village is a 6-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $18 per person. It scores 66 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 66 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (3)
- Duration
- 6 hours
- From
- $18 per person
Bakong's uniqueness lies in its status as the first temple-mountain of the Khmer Empire, serving as the prototype for later structures like Angkor Wat. It is notable for its five-tiered sandstone pyramid, symbolic repres
What you get
- Air Conditioned Vehicle
- Pick Up & Drop Off
- Cold Drinking Water
- English Speaking Tour Guide
About this experience
Bakong's uniqueness lies in its status as the first temple-mountain of the Khmer Empire, serving as the prototype for later structures like Angkor Wat. It is notable for its five-tiered sandstone pyramid, symbolic representation of Mount Meru with its moats and enclosing walls, and the earliest known example of a Naga causeway in Khmer architecture. Additionally, its large, preserved stone guardian statues of elephants and lions on the lower levels are distinctive features. Floating villages is their entire community infrastructure built on water, including homes, schools, and shops, with the entire village moving and adapting its structure to the changing water levels of the seasons. This includes two main types of structures: those that float directly on the water and those that are built on stilts that rise high above the ground during the dry season.
What's included
Included
- Air Conditioned Vehicle
- Pick Up & Drop Off
- Cold Drinking Water
- English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
- Admission fees
What you'll see and do
Lolei
Lolei is the northernmost temple of the Roluos group of three late 9th century Hindu temples at Angkor, Cambodia, the others members of which are Preah Ko and the Bakong.
60 minutes here · Admission not included
Preah Ko
Preah Ko was the first temple to be built in the ancient and now defunct city of Hariharalaya, some 15 kilometers south-east of the main group of temples at Angkor, Cambodia.
60 minutes here
Prasat Bakong
Bakong is the first Khmer temple mountain of sandstone constructed by rulers of the Khmer Empire at Angkor near modern Siem Reap in Cambodia. This temple was built in 881 AD by the king Indravarman I.
120 minutes here
Kampong Phluk Floating Village
The most popular sightseeing for locals and international visitors after finishing temples tours is to visit a floating village. Tonle Sap Lake is the largest lake in South East Asia, covering five Cambodian provinces. Most inhabitants around Tonle Sap are fisherman who also farm in the dry season. Cambodian floating villages are different to Vietnam, Thailand and Myanmar, because in Cambodia they are built high off the ground on tall posts.
180 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Bakong Temples Group & Floating Village
In details: You'll visit Bakong Temples Group & Floating Villages & Tonle Sap Late & Mangrove tress and learn about local people. Duration: 8 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy & Backroad: We'll drive through local villages, where you'll experience everyday Cambodian life on the way to the temples. Transport : Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes: English Speaking Tour Guide & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Floating Village & Sunset
In details: You'll visit Tonle Sap Lake, Khmer Traditional Floating Houses, Buddhist Pagoda, Mangrove Tress and wacth sunset on Tonle Sap Duration: 8 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy & Backroad: We'll drive through local villages, where you'll experience everyday Cambodian life on the way to the rice fields Transport: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes: English Speaking Tour Guide & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Bakong Cycling Hidden Trails
In detials: You'll visit main Bakong, Preah Ko, Lolei, Prei Monti, Kuk Trang temples also visit vilages to see the cultures and farms. Duration: 8 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy & Backroads : We'll cycling through many local villages and around Bankong many people farming in rice fields. Mountain Bike & Car: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes : Speaking Tour Guide & Mountain Bike & Helmet & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Banteay Srei & Kulen Mountian
In details: You'll visit beauty pink stone call Banteay Srei and beautiful waterfall Phmon Kulen as the popular tourist spot. Duration: 10 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy & Backroad: We'll drive through local villages, where you'll experience everyday Cambodian life on the way to the temples. Transport: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes: English Speaking Tour Guide & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Beng Mealea Cycling Tour
In details: You'll visit main Boeng Mealea, Kong Phluk,Toap Chey Thom, Spean Ta Oung (Brigde),Trung Lolok,Daun Chan & Chrei Tem Temples Duration: 10 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Beng Mealea 1 x Meal: This tour includes lunch prepared by a local family.Your visit supports their income and helps children continue their study. Easy & Backroads: We'll explore the unique of Boeng Mealea temples group. We'll meet many Khmer traditional cultures,farm & animals. Mountain Bike & Car : We'll pick you up from hotel & drive to Beng Mealea Cycling Tour. Our tour will start at Beng Mealea Checkpoint. Includes : Speaking Tour Guide & Mountain Bike & Helmet & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Bakong Temple Tour
In detail: You'll visit Bakong, Preah Ko, Lo Lai, Prei Manti Temples group and Buddhist Pagodas. Duration: 8 hours: We'll drive through local villages, where you'll experience everyday Cambodian life on the way to the temples. Easy & Backroad: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Transport: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes: English Speaking Tour Guide & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Banteay Srei & Beng Mealea
In details: You'll visit Prasat Banteay Srey & Boeng Mealea. Boeng Mealea is the second tomb raider and the most quiet place you'd visit. Duration: 10 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy & Backroad: We'll drive through local villages, where you'll experience everyday Cambodian life on the way to the temples. Transport: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes: English Speaking Tour Guide & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Angkor Cylcing Hidden Trails
In details: You'll cycling inside of Angkor Park and visit Angkor Wat, Bayon, Chau Say, Ta Nei and Ta Promh (Tomb Riader). Duration: 8 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy & Backroad: We'll cycling through local villages, where you'll experience everyday Cambodian life on the way to the temples. Mountain Bike & Car : We'll pick you up from hotel & drive to old checking point and start tour there. Includes: Speaking Tour Guide & Mountain Bike & Helmet & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Angkor Wat Small Tour
In details: You'll visit Angkor Wat, South Gate of Bayon, Bayon, Death of Gate, Chau Say, Ta Nei, Ta Prom (Tomb Riader) temples. Duration: 8 hours: All tour activities are flexible and can be customized to suit your preferences, ensuring a worry-free experience. Easy : We'll pick you up from hotel & drive to Angkor Wat Small Tour. Transport: Air-Conditioned Car or Minivan – Hotel pickup and transportation to all destinations included in the itinerary. Includes: English Speaking Tour Guide & Cold Drinking Water & Pick Up & Drop Off. Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Easy Angkor Trip
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
2 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Good for families
1 mentionReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Village tour
We really enjoyed today’s tour. It is more important to us to see how the people in the country really live. We visited a school for grade school children that were learning English. To get to this village we took a boat ride along the river and saw the lives of those who live along the waterways. It will open your mind to the way the people live and the drastic need for education.
Response from the operator: We're delighted you had an unforgettable experience with Mr Oun Kosorl! His passion for Angkor Wat temples is indeed contagious. Thank you for your high recommendation and kind words.
via Tripadvisor
So interesting!
Mr. K. Was charming and insightful on the history of Siem Riep and the Various Temples. It was hard to see the apparent difficult life of the floating village people but they seemed happy themselves. We were unlucky in that the weather wasn’t great on Tonle Sap lake but it’s probably lovely on a sunny day! Well done Mr. K. And good luck with your guiding for the future.
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your reviewing and we hope to see you one day. Pls have nice day.
via Tripadvisor
Beautiful and extraordinary
We were taken by Mr K to the village and we were not in any way disappointed. Mr K’s knowledge and charm are both insightful and informative. Do not miss the opportunity if going to this and going with him!
Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your reviewing and we hope to see you one day. Pls have nice day. Best Regard Mr K
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- 6+
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $18 to $175
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 66
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.
How much does 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village cost?
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Prices start at $18 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Siem Reap usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village take?
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Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Siem Reap is not rushed.
Is 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 66 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Siem Reap, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village suitable for kids and families?
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The operator sets a minimum age of 6. Older children generally do well here, and families should factor in the 6-hour running time when deciding.
How far in advance should I book 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Siem Reap can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Siem Reap and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does 1 Day Private Tour Bakong Temples & Floating Village start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Siem Reap within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Siem Reap?
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On Outty we rank every Siem Reap experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Small-Group and Guide tours, Angkor Wat full Day 'Small Group with sunset & Tour Guide, Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Siem Reap?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Siem Reap?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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