Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track in Siem Reap
Siem Reap, Cambodia

Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track

Outty Ranking 63 5.0 · 16 traveler reviews10 hoursFrom $299

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63/100

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Is Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track worth booking?

Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track is a 10-hour experience in Siem Reap, Cambodia, from $299 per person. It scores 63 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice, based on a 5/5 rating across 16 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
63 / 100
Rating
5/5 (16)
Duration
10 hours
From
$299 per person

Explore the exquisite Preah Vihear area on this full-day tour from Siem Reap, where you will not only see the " Paradise temple " as Preah Vihear is known but stop at a country market and even see the tomb of the infamou

What you get

  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • Driver Guide

About this experience

Explore the exquisite Preah Vihear area on this full-day tour from Siem Reap, where you will not only see the " Paradise temple " as Preah Vihear is known but stop at a country market and even see the tomb of the infamous Pol Pot. This private, customizable tour begins in the morning at 7:00 am in front of your hotel where you'll meet your local English speaking driver with experience Preah Vihear adventure by air-conditioned and comfortable minivan, sedan, or minibus. Preah Vihear is 240km & very far from the crowds of Angkor Wat, so you can enjoy the calm of the countryside & scenes of rural Cambodian life, stopping at Anlong Veng market, and/or Pol Pot cemetery.  At Preah Vihear, we climb to the top by pickup truck where you have a couple of hours to take in the scenic views and magnificence of the temple. Enjoy a local lunch on the mountain top or below near the car park. Finish your day either at your hotel, nightspot, or Thailand border crossing.

What's included

Included

  • Private tour
  • Bottled water
  • Driver Guide

Not included

  • Truck to mountain top US$25 per truck return
  • Food and drinks
  • Lunch about US$10 per person
  • Entrance fees US$10 per person
  • Entrance fees

What you'll see and do

  1. Preah Vihear Temple

    Preah Vihear is one of the most beautiful located along with Cambodia - Thailand border, Preah Vihear been listed as a world heritage sights in 2008 which was a conflict between the Cambodian and Thai army fight for territory and temple. The war start in 2008 and ended in 2011 after Cambodia won at ICJ. Preah Vihear was built by 3 kings and it takes over 300 years to built, Yasovarman I ( 889-910 ) in 893, Suryavarman I ( 1002-1049 ) and finally complete by King Suryavarman II ( 1113-1150 ) which known as the King who built Angkor Wat, located on top of Dang Rek mountain 550 meters high. The main purpose of the temple is the mountain temple which is the symbolism of sacred mountain “Meru” where is the abode of all the gods of Hindu. From Siem Reap, we drive across many local villages, plantations, and a lot of local activities along the way. It takes around 3 hours each way.

    120 minutes here · Admission not included

Where it starts and ends

Hotel pickup

Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.

Options you can book

  • Toyota Hiace ( minivan )

    Toyota Hiace Pickup included

  • Lexus SUV

    Lexus SUV 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
ANGKOR CAB-OFF BEATEN TRUCK

Know before you go

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please choose one of the O'Smach options - if that's your final destination

Photos

Panha & mini-vanLocal truck transport their rice to their homeLocal vendors transport their own handicrafts to sale around the country.Local truck transport their pottery to sale to the local villagers around Cambodia.The monk returned from their meditation in the jungle. A very rare picture I captured on my way back from Preah Vihear temple.Local vendors transport their own handicrafts to sale around the country.

What travelers are saying

Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 16 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

The guide

7 mentions

Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

Knowledge and storytelling

5 mentions

Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

Photo opportunities

4 mentions

The views and photo stops come up again and again.

Organization

3 mentions

Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

Small groups

3 mentions

The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

Physical effort

2 mentions

Expect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.

Traveler reviews

16 verified traveler reviews for Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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guslopez · February 2024

Book this Preah Vihear tour and other private tours offered by Panha for an exceptional experience in Cambodia!

Panha is amazing! I highly recommend him for tours based out of Siem Reap. He is super knowledgeable, speaks excellent English, is very friendly, flexible with travel plans and pickup, and has a comfortable vehicle with lots of space. We booked Panha’s Preah Vihear tour because it was highly recommended. We wanted to see this place as its one of the most significant temples in Cambodia and a UNESCO World Heritage site, yet few visitors to Siem Reap ever make the journey. It’s an ancient Hindu temple dedicated to Shiva completed in the 12th century atop a mountain and along Cambodia’s borders with Thailand and Laos. This temple has an interesting history including military battles with Thailand only a decade and a half ago over ownership of the temple! And unlike the major temples of Angkor, it is not crowded. On the way back, Panha surprised us with a stop at Koh Ker, a massive temple in the form of a 7-tiered pyramid. And Koh Ker is one of the few pyramids in Cambodia you can actually climb, which we did. It’s not a difficult climb like some of the temples in Angkor since it has platforms for the different tiers. We also checked out another temple near Koh Ker, with trees from the jungle growing out of the temple, that we had all to ourselves with no other visitors! We enjoyed our day trip to Preah Vihear with Panha so much that we asked him to do an additional half-day trip the following day where we visited Bantea Srei and Beng Mealea. Bantea Srei is a 10th century Hindu temple in Siem Reap with detailed carvings in red sandstone. Beng Mealea was one of my favorite temples in all of Cambodia as its a ruined temple engulfed by the jungle. You visit the site along a raised platform that follows the interior. With the large trees growing up and around the whole temple, it is almost entirely in the shade. Truly breathtaking! We want to thank Panha for guiding us to these extraordinary places and creating such a memorable experience for our visit to Cambodia! Do reach out to Panha (Angkor Cab) if you want to enjoy private tours to some amazing places near Siem Reap!

Response from the operator: Dear Gus, Good morning, How are you? First I would love to say a huge thanks to you for your support my business during your stay in Siem Reap Cambodia. It was a great pleasure to serve you and your wife to visit Preah Vihear temple and surrounding temples. It was an honor for me to serve you and shared experiences for both of us I had a great time in serving you. Please enjoy your stay in Cambodia on cruise and good luck. Sincerely, Panha

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320bensaidm · September 2023

Amazing 3 days visit in Siem Reap Temples Area

I met randomly Panha when landing at the airport ! It was not planned. I had a Super welcome from Panha, wonderful driver, very flexible, available and friendly to feel you welcome like at home. I booked a private tour in his confy SUV to visit his beautiful country. We went for a 3 days tour with a 3 days open ticket. Preah Vihear is located in Preah Vihear province around 240km from Siem Reap city. Preah Vihear is one of the best temple in Cambodia 🇰🇭. This temple built on the top of Dong Rek mountain 550 meters high. Visit this temple a great distance away from the tourist crowded. I enjoyed very much the scenery drive and love the temple so much. I highly recommended this temple to everyone. MERCI BEAUCOUP my friend Panha !

Response from the operator: Dear Bensaidm, Good Morning, Bensaidm how are you? I want to say thank you for your support by taking your time to write me an excellent review and thank for your kindness and support my work. I am looking forward to seeing you again in the near future. Kind regards Panha

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Navigator12236038971 · September 2023

A memorable experience

Panha was our private driver/tour guide for our whole stay in Cambodia. He speaks excellent English, is very reliable, caring and knowledgeable. Thanks to him we got to know a lot about the country, its history and everyday life. He took us to good local restaurants with typical food and had us taste various specialities. Panha would always organize the days according to our wishes. We most appreciated the wonderful boat rides and the hiking through rice fields and small farmer villages. I had especially asked to visit the circus school Phare in Battambang. Panha made it possible and I‘m grateful for that. It was a memorable experience. Thanks to Panha, the trip to Cambodia was one of my best!

Response from the operator: Dear Doris, Thanks 🙏 so much for supporting my business by reviewing an excellent rating to my service. I have had a great honor to serve you and Peter around my beautiful country Cambodia 🇰🇭. I really hope to serve you again next time. Sincerely yours, Panha

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K8385VHdavids · September 2023

Incredible experience visiting Siem Reap

Incredible experience discovering the main spots in Siem Reap. We were able to understand the culture and historical context thanks to Panha, who provided us the monuments history as well as the local point of view. He was taking care of us during the whole trip making an incredible experience during the 4 days that we were visiting Cambodia

Response from the operator: Dear David, I would love to say a huge thanks to you for your support my business during your stay in Cambodia 🇰🇭. It a great honor to serve you around my country. Please take good care. Kind regards Panha

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U5176WFalejandror · September 2023

Outstanding guidance in Siem Reap

We spend 4 days in Siem Reap and we could not have a better induction trough the city thanks to Panha. He was more than just a guide. Thanks to him, we were able to visit the main monuments (including Ankor Wat but also other ones that are not as famous as Ankor but even more magic and beautiful). Panha provide us the historical Information in order to understand the context of each monument. I would recommend him 10000%!

Response from the operator: Dear alejandror, I appreciate your review Alejandro. It was a great pleasure to serve you around Cambodia 🇰🇭. Please have a wonderful holidays after Cambodia. Kind regards Panha

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Good to know

Duration
10 hours
Free cancellation
Up to 24h before
Minimum age to book
All ages
Availability
Bookable today
Runs on
Every day
Price range
$299 to $325
Hotel pickup
Included for all travelers
Booked in 30 days
6
Verdict
Solid Choice

Why this scores 63

The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

Traveler sentiment (30% weight)96
Review evidence (18% weight)39
Booking momentum (14% weight)32
Value for money (12% weight)0
Listing quality (10% weight)100
Local standing (8% weight)55
Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track: questions travelers ask

Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Siem Reap.

How much does Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track cost?

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Prices start at $299 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 Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track take?

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Plan for about 10 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 Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track worth it?

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It holds an Outty Ranking of 63 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 16 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 Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track?

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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 Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track suitable for kids and families?

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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

How far in advance should I book Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track?

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Around 6 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 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

Where does Private Day Tour of Preah Vihear Off the Beaten track 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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