Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour
Traveler rating
4.8/5
Based on 44 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour worth booking?
Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour is a 13-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $50 per person. It scores 75 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 44 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 75 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (44)
- Duration
- 13 hours
- From
- $50 per person
Watch sunrise over Angkor Wat, then spend the day exploring Angkor Thom, Bayon, Preah Khan, Ta Nei and Ta Prohm by open-air tuk tuk, with an Angkor pass included. Few sights match the sun rising behind Angkor Wat's five towers, and this full day tour builds an entire day of temple exploration around that moment. After sunrise and breakfast, head back into Angkor via the South Gate to Angkor Thom, the walled 10 square kilometre city once more opulent than most European capitals of its era. Continue to the Bayon, its towers carved with more than 200 gently smiling faces, then to Preah Khan, the 'Sacred Sword', a 56 hectare monastic complex built by Jayavarman VII. The quieter Ta Nei and Ta Keo temples near the Eastern Baray follow before finishing at Ta Prohm, built as a shrine to Jayavarman VII's mother and left wrapped in jungle roots. Your tuk tuk waits at the Eastern Gate for the return journey to Siem Reap. A full, open-air day covering Angkor's essential sunrise-to-sunset circuit.
What you get
About this experience
Watch sunrise over Angkor Wat, then spend the day exploring Angkor Thom, Bayon, Preah Khan, Ta Nei and Ta Prohm by open-air tuk tuk, with an Angkor pass included. Few sights match the sun rising behind Angkor Wat's five towers, and this full day tour builds an entire day of temple exploration around that moment. After sunrise and breakfast, head back into Angkor via the South Gate to Angkor Thom, the walled 10 square kilometre city once more opulent than most European capitals of its era. Continue to the Bayon, its towers carved with more than 200 gently smiling faces, then to Preah Khan, the 'Sacred Sword', a 56 hectare monastic complex built by Jayavarman VII. The quieter Ta Nei and Ta Keo temples near the Eastern Baray follow before finishing at Ta Prohm, built as a shrine to Jayavarman VII's mother and left wrapped in jungle roots. Your tuk tuk waits at the Eastern Gate for the return journey to Siem Reap. A full, open-air day covering Angkor's essential sunrise-to-sunset circuit.
What's included
Included
- 1 Day Angkor pass
- Transportation by open-air tuk tuk with professional driver.
- A full-day tour 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 locations
- Travel insurance coverage for customers (highly recommendable)
What you'll see and do
Angkor Wat
Your guide and tuk tuk drive welcome you in the early morning at your booked hotel in Siem Reap and head to the main gate of the Angkor temples and make your early morning stop to see the sunrise. Arguably the largest religious building in the world, with a volume of stone equalling that of the Cheops pyramid in Egypt, it is unlike all the other Khmer temples in that it faces west. Its symmetrical towers are stylized on the modern Cambodian flag. Conceived by Suryavarman II, Angkor Wat took an estimated 30 years to build.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Angkor Thom
You return to your hotel for breakfast, and we move back into the Angkor temples to admire some of the other inspirational temple ruins that define Angkor and make it a proud member of the UNESCO World Heritage Site list. Via the South Gate, we visit Angkor Thom. The Great City of Angkor Thom is one of the central points within the whole Angkor Complex, which was probably more opulent than most European cities in the late 12th century. This ten square kilometres city is enclosed by an eight-meter high wall and encircled by a hundred-meter long moat said to have been inhabited by fierce crocodiles.
60 minutes here · Admission included
Bayon Temple
We continue to the Bayon and the Preah Khan Temple before lunch. The Bayon is a 12th-century masterpiece that lies at the very centre of Angkor Thom City and is an archaeological wonder of symmetry and grandeur. The exterior gallery walls have extensive bas-reliefs but the main features are the towers, each with 3 or 4 gently smiling faces, over 200 in total.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Preah Khan Temple
Continue to Preah Khan, "The Sacred Sword", an extensive monastic complex covering over 56 hectares built by the Khmer King Jayavarman VII as a monastery and teaching complex.
30 minutes here · Admission included
Ta Nei Temple
Your three-wheeled motorized vehicle takes us to the Ta Nei Temple and the Tao Keo temple near the Eastern Baray. Both are lesser-known, yet as interesting as all the other temple ruins.
45 minutes here · Admission included
Ta Prohm
Finally, the Ta Prohm was built by Jayavarman VII as a shrine to his mother and is another must-see. While clearing back the forest, it was decided to leave them in place to serve as a reminder of how the original discovers found it and other temples. Your tuk tuk waits at the Eastern Gate and brings you back in comfort back to your overnight address where you will arrive at around 6 pm.
90 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers.
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 9 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Asian Trails LTD
Know before you go
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- 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 join this excursion outside one of these regions
- We will do all possible to comply with any dietary requirements during this excursion; it may not always be possible to confirm your wishes in advance based on the choice of local restaurant
- Guests are advised that some walking is required during this excursion; we always ensure that we take the most comfortable ways from the entrance of the sight to the sight itself
- 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
- 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; 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
- In the event of no-show or change of accommodation without prior consent and confirmation from us within 24 hours may result in the applicable cancellation charges as outlined in the terms and conditions.
- Lunch is excluded on this full-day (own arrangement).
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 44 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Photo opportunities
4 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Pace and timing
2 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
44 verified traveler reviews for Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
See Angkor Wat at sunrise
Definitely worth being ready at 5:00 a.m. for this tour. The sunrise is spectacular. Make sure to stand on the left side of the main walkway (closest to the market selling souvenirs). This way you will see the sun come up between the towers of Angkor Wat. If you can, climb the stairs to the upper level. It’s on the backside of the temple. You will be rewarded with the chance to step into the inner portion of the building.
Response from the operator: Hello Andrew! Thank you for this excellent advice! Getting up at 5am is definitely worth it for this spectacle. Your tip about the left side of the main walkway is precious, many visitors miss the best angle! And accessing the upper level is indeed that little extra that makes all the difference. Thanks for choosing Asian Trails!
via Viator
Great trip to see the temples of Angkor Wat
Beautiful sights. Our guide, Nob, was exceptional. Very personable and was a wealth of knowledge. We learned so much about not just the temples but also the history of the civilization and Hinduism and Buddhism.
Response from the operator: Hello! Thank you! Nob will be delighted! He has that contagious passion for Khmer history. Angkor at sunrise with his explanations completely transforms the visit! Glad he enriched your discovery. Thanks for choosing Asian Trails! The Asian Trails Cambodia team
via Viator
Great tour guide!
Loved the history and how knowledgeable the guide was. Wonderful experience. Very enjoyable day. Thank you
via Viator
A Wonderful Day
We were picked up on time and our guide was excellent. We saw a beautiful sunrise then had breakfast at a small cafe opposite Angkor Watt before entering into the historical area. Our guide was charming and very knowledgable. We came away from Angkor Watt better informed and much more appreciative of this wonder of the world
Response from the operator: Dear Jean_B We really appreciate this great review of our version of seeing Angkor slightly differently. Your enthusiasm for taking this tour, and exceeding expectations even waking up before the sun has risen, is clearly seen. We of course will bring this message of appreciation over to our guide, the tuk tuk drivers and all concerned who have made it possible in giving you an extraordinary day out and about in Siem Reap. With kind regards Asian Trails Cambodia
via Viator
Full day tour of Angkor Wat
We had a wonderful informative tour with our guide Maow. We learned a lot about the history of this fantastic temple or should I say city of temples and took some amazing photos from sunrise to the early afternoon. I would recommend this company to others looking for an informative English-speaking guide.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 13 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $50 to $154
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 15
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.
How much does Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour cost?
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Prices start at $50 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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour take?
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Plan for about 13 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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 75 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 44 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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple 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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 13-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour?
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Around 15 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 13-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour?
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Included: 1 Day Angkor pass; Transportation by open-air tuk tuk with professional driver; and A full-day tour 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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour include hotel pickup?
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Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 138 listed pickup locations in and around Siem Reap.
What languages is Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple 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 Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple 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.
Is Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple 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 do travelers say about Angkor Wat Sunrise Full Day Tuk Tuk Temple Tour?
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Across 44 reviews averaging 4.8 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, photo opportunities. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works. One thing to know: Several reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
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