Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour
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5.0/5
Based on 1 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour worth booking?
Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour is a 4.5-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $12 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (1)
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- From
- $12 per person
Part of the magnificence of Angkor is filled in an amazing half-day to the Angkor Thom, one of the highlights of the whole complex. Enter Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, aboard an open-air tuk tuk, or remork, the classic way to get around Siem Reap without a window in sight. Passing through the South Gate, the tour heads first to the Bayon, the 12th century temple at the very centre of Angkor Thom, known for the more than 200 serene stone faces carved across its 54 towers. From there, walk the short distance to the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King, once part of the royal enclosure, before a stop at the Baphuon, where a dress code applies as it remains a revered royal site. Your tuk tuk driver waits nearby throughout, ready to bring you back to your hotel once you've taken in the atmosphere of this once-mighty capital. An open-air, half day introduction to Angkor Thom's centrepiece temples.
What you get
About this experience
Part of the magnificence of Angkor is filled in an amazing half-day to the Angkor Thom, one of the highlights of the whole complex. Enter Angkor Thom, the last capital of the Khmer Empire, aboard an open-air tuk tuk, or remork, the classic way to get around Siem Reap without a window in sight. Passing through the South Gate, the tour heads first to the Bayon, the 12th century temple at the very centre of Angkor Thom, known for the more than 200 serene stone faces carved across its 54 towers. From there, walk the short distance to the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King, once part of the royal enclosure, before a stop at the Baphuon, where a dress code applies as it remains a revered royal site. Your tuk tuk driver waits nearby throughout, ready to bring you back to your hotel once you've taken in the atmosphere of this once-mighty capital. An open-air, half day introduction to Angkor Thom's centrepiece temples.
What's included
Included
- All applicable taxes and service charges
- Entrance fees for the Angkor Archaeological Site for one day
- Transportation by local Tuk Tuk (maximum 2 persons per Tuk Tuk) with professional driver.
- Private half day tours with a professional English-speaking guide
Not included
- Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees
- Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off locationT
- Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
What you'll see and do
Angkor Thom South Gate
This half-day tour will visit some of Angkor’s most well-known temple ruins, and we will use a traditional Remork (Cambodian motorized tuk-tuk) to venture into centuries of history. Your guide and Remork driver will wait for you at your hotel, and we head straight to the main entrance of the Angkor temples. Entry into the expansive realms of the Jayavarman kings of old requires an entrance pass (included in the touring option). After this, we enter the heart of the Angkor temples and drive via the South Gate of Angkor Thom to admire the beauty and learn all there is to know.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Angkor Thom
Angkor Thom is the last capital of the Khmers, with its Elephant Terrace, the Terrace of the Leper King and the stunning Bayon temple. This 12th-century masterpiece lies at the very centre of Angkor Thom and is an archaeological wonder of symmetry and grandeur. The exterior gallery walls have extensive bas-reliefs, but the highlights are its 218 faces.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Bayon Temple
Part of the Angkor Thom is one of Angkor' most distinctive monuments, the Bayon. Known for its 200-plus faces, silent but with the famous half-smile playing on their lips, this former temple is an unmissable stop. Erected by Jayavarman VII, The Bayon (literally “Great City”) is located in the geographical heart of Angkor Thom. The fifty four-tower temple is quite a remarkable sight: it forms a three-tiered pyramid with 54 towers, each dominated by over 4-metres high, mysterious faces facing out to the south, north, east and west. The Bayon is easily the most popular sight after Angkor Wat, and no visit is complete without a trip to see this unique temple.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Phimeanakas
Phimeanakas Temple within the Royal Palace enclosure (pending renovation work) Baphuon Temple, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King belong to the whole complex and are within easy walking distance of each other. After seeing some of the amazing details put into these temples that have withstood the test of time, our Remork driver brings you back to your hotel in Siem Reap.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
Options you can book
Private Morning Tour
Private Morning Tour Pickup included
Private Afternoon Tour
Private Afternoon Tour 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
- Asian Trails LTD
Know before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is operated on full private basis with English-speaking guide. Other languages are on request / subject to availability and supplementary charges may apply.
- Return transfers for this excursion apply only / are inclusive for customers staying in and inside Siem Reap. Transfers outside these areas, including any accommodation outside this area such as Tonle Sap, Koh Ker, Banteay Srei and Siem Reap International Airport are excluded. Supplements apply for customers who want to
- To avoid any issues pertaining obtaining an arrival visa at the airport, please ensure that your passport contains at least two empty pages. Failure to do so may result in not gaining entrance into the Kingdom of Cambodia.
- Some of the Angkor sights temples and palaces (such as the Baphuon) uphold a very strict dress code: it is essential that you dress appropriately during this excursion by wearing clothes that cover shoulders and fall below the knees. Customers wearing shirts with obscene and disrespectful prints and pictures and brightly-coloured clothing may be refused entrance.
- The Bakan will be closed on the Buddhist Sabbath Days, the Buddhist religious days, for four days a month in accordance with the Lunar Calendar.
- The Bakan tower is allowed only 100 persons once, so visitors have to line up if you wish to climb the tower.
- We always will make efforts to confirm the exact pick-up time upon reservation. For any operational issues in which are not able to confirm the exact pick-up time in advance, we reserve the right to inform you the day before the departure of the tour.
- Please note pickup and drop-off services may not be confirmed for customers staying at private residences, apartment complexes, or other non-registered tourism accommodations. Customers may be asked to meet at a nearby hotel for pick-up and drop off.
- Natural elements of any kind have a destructive effect on electronic equipment. It the customer’s own responsibility to ensure that any camera, mobile telephone or other device is properly wrapped and protected against these elements. We cannot be held responsible in any way for negligence and/or not following suggestions for any damage related to this.
- Please ensure that you bring sunglasses, a hat /cap and sunblock with a high SPF factor when traveling with us on this tour – even when it is cloudy, the sunrays still have an immense power.
- It is the responsibility of the customer to provide us with the correct hotel information, should pick-up and drop-off services be included in the package. Any changes in accommodation outside 24 hours will be handled accordingly: changes within 24 hours may be on request.
- Ongoing renovation and restauration work may see parts of the Angkor Thom temples covered up without prior notice. We regret we cannot confirm in advance when certain aspects of the renovation projects will see completion.
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great Tour
Our guide was excellent. Hie English was easy to understand, great sense of humor, and most importantly, he really brought Cambodian history alive for us! Highly recommend.
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you for this great feedback! Delighted our guide brought Cambodian history to life with such passion and humor. That's exactly what we love to hear! Thanks for choosing Asian Trails!
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Good to know
- Duration
- 4.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $12 to $71
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Asian Trails LTD, who run 116 experiences we rank across 24 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 50.1.
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Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.
How much does Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour cost?
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Prices start at $12 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 Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour take?
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Plan for about 4.5 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 Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 1 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 Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour?
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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 Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour?
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Around 0 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 4.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour 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 Kampong Phluk Floating Village Tour by Boat, Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap, Angkor Wat Sunrise & 3 Main Temples – Small Group. 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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What is included in Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour?
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Included: All applicable taxes and service charges; Entrance fees for the Angkor Archaeological Site for one day; Transportation by local Tuk Tuk (maximum 2 persons per Tuk Tuk) with professional driver; and Private half day tours with a professional English-speaking guide. Not included: Personal expenses such as meals, drinks, tips and gratuities, shopping, portage fees; Transfers from any airport or resorts located outside the general pick-up and drop-off loc; and Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Does Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 332 listed pickup locations in and around Siem Reap. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.
What languages is Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour offered in?
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It runs in English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
What happens to Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Siem Reap. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What booking options are available for Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple Half Day Tuk Tuk Tour?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including Private Morning Tour, Private Afternoon Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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