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Embark on a Angkor Wat Temple day trip outside of Siem Reap where many treasures, insights, and stories are waiting. Let a local host show you around and experience this cultural attraction from a local perspective. Give yourself the gift of a Angkor Wat Temple day trip with a local - it’s a must-do!

Destination

Siem Reap, Cambodia

Category

Day Trips

Duration

7 hours

Transport mode

Tuk Tuk

Available languages

English, Español

Included

• Private Guide
• Transportation by a local tuk tuk
• Guest pick up and drop off
• All Withlocals Tours are Carbon Neutral
• Pick-up Included

Excluded

• Enrance to attractions
• Lunch

What you can expect

Choose your local

Get to know these 5 passionate locals, each bringing unique perspectives and talents. Choose your favorite, check their availability, and book to create an unforgettable adventure tailored to you.

This is the plan

Check out the plan below to see what you'll get up to with your local host. Feel free to personalize this offer with the host of your choice.

1. Meeting point

   You will be picked up anywhere in Siem Reap. Your local host will contact you regarding the exact pickup point.

2. Itinerary

   This is what our experience could look like, but it’s not set in stone! Once you book, you can chat directly with your host to make small tweaks to suit your preferences.

3. The Journey Begins!

   Meet your host and get ready to hit the road. Whether it is by car or public transportation, your host will be there by your side to make the journey a more pleasant and enjoyable experience

4. Angkor Wat Temple

   Let your local host show you around and find must-sees, hidden gems, history, cultural treasures, and more! Your host will make sure to provide you with all the answers and insights you might have along the way

5. Like a Local

   The best part about this private day trip is that you get to experience Carved galleries, and, Angkor Wat from a different perspective - away from the big tourist groups, audio guides, and through the knowledge of a local!

6. Ask Away!

   Your day trip is 100% private, meaning that it’s only you and your local host. Take advantage of this opportunity and get all the answers and insights to your questions as you embark on your Angkor Wat Temple day trip

7. Make it yours

   Want to tweak the itinerary? Book directly & chat afterwards with your host to adjust highlights, skip stops, or make small changes to fit your preferences.

   Book risk-free: Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund.

   Need something special? Personalize your experience for more time, alternative locations or a completely tailored plan.

Flexible cancellation policy

• Feel confident booking

  Cancel within 24 hours for a full refund. Even up to 7 days before your experience, you’ll receive a refund, minus the service fee.

• Change of plans?

  Reschedule your experience to a date and time that works best for you.

• Loved by travelers worldwide

  Simple and flexible – your plans, your way.

Reviews from guests

Emil🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Long)

5 June 2025

We had hired Long for this day as a guide for a visit to Angkor Wat, the Bayon Temple and the Ta Prohm (Tomb Raider temple). Long is a very dedicated guide who knows a lot about the history of these temples. He speaks clear and calm English. Tuktuk driver and unlimited cold water were available. In addition, Long is also a good photographer. He knows all the beautiful spots to take nice pictures. We can highly recommend Long.The Ultimate guide for Angkor Wat

Daniel🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Oun)

24 May 2025

Oun gave us a great and insightful small circuit tour of the temples! Great balance of historical insights, lovely pictures taken of us and fun humor along the way. Would highly recommend to anyone to deepen the experience of visiting Angkor Wat! Highly enjoyable and insightful tour

Karl🇮🇪 Ireland

(About local Oun)

19 May 2025

We had a great time with Oun. He is full of information and shared lots of knowledge about the three temples we visited. We were very satisfied as we learned lots. Oun has great English and is fun to be with. The 6 hour day flew by. The tuk tuk driver was great, he drove safely and was ready with cold water and towels after each temple to help us cool down between journeys. Overall, if you are interested in learning about Angkor Wat, the other temples, cambodias history and culture, this is an easy choice. Great Day

Ivo

(About local Oun)

7 May 2025

Oun was a perfect host and I enjoyed every minute of my visit to Angkor Wat and selected temples. Very knowledgeable and Oun's English is perfect. Always again!Great day at Angkor Wat and temples!

Mark

(About local Oun)

2 May 2025

Oun was a fantastic guide who ensured that we had a great day at the 3 big temples in Siem Reap. He was knowledgeable and informative throughout the day, despite starting at 5am. We learnt not just about the temples but also about Cambodian life, Buddha, and Hindu gods.A guide who really knows his subject

Louise🇳🇿 New Zealand

(About local Long)

28 April 2025

Long was a great guide, providing a heap of information but also ensuring enough breaks were had amongst the heat.Great day out

xxxxxx

(About local DORN)

26 April 2025

Dorn helped me very pro-actively to organize my visit!! Thanks to Dorn, the trip (for which I had just enough time) was perfect.Great host to Anghor Wat area

Jeffrey🇺🇸 United States

(About local Oun)

17 April 2025

Our guide, Oun insisted that we rise early to get to Angkor Wat for sunrise. We’re so glad we did. This is a magical place with an unbelievable story to tell. Our guide was knowledgeable and willing to tailor the tour to our needs. Awesome day with a great guide!

David🇫🇷 France

(About local DORN)

16 April 2025

Dorn est un guide très attentionné, toujours souriant et avec beaucoup de faits très intéressants et précis sur les lieux. Il est toujours à l’écoute et sait partager l’histoire de son pays et de Siem Reap. Je recommande très vivement Dorn. Une journée passionnante avec Dorn

Emma🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Long)

16 April 2025

We did a sunrise tour with Long, and we were not disappointed. It was the first day of Khmer New Year and we saw all the local dignitaries getting ready to welcome the king to Angkor Wat. What a once in a lifetime experience for us and our two kids aged 10 and 8. Long was very knowledgeable about Cambodian history and told us some amazing stories about Buddhism and Hinduism. Our kids really enjoyed those stories, as did we! A wonderful Khmer New Year tour

Венелина

(About local Long)

4 April 2025

The trip with Long to the temples was great! Usually these kind of trips a bit boring, but he managed to make it interesting. He took us to a great spot for sunrise photos and after that explained thoroughly everything about Angkor Wat. His English is great, even our 11 year old understood. Long is very well educated on the history of the Khmer empire and about Hinduism and budism. What was a very pleasant surprise were his skills with the phone camera, he made great photos of us! I would fully recommend to anyone wanting to learn about the history or just wants to have a pleasant conversation!Better than expected

Emily

(About local Oun)

4 April 2025

Oun was fantastic as our guide through Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm and several other temples. It was extremely hot, my kids (10 and 12) were tired and hot, but he made it interesting and hit the highlights for us. He’s also a great photographer and took some beautiful pictures of us to remember our time there. His restaurant recommendations in town were delicious! Great guide, friendly and knowledgeable

William

(About local Oun)

3 April 2025

We had Oun for 2 days. He’s a a great guide with excellent command of all the history surrounding Angkor What, Ta Prohm and the various temples in Angkor Thom We appreciated how he tailored the tour to our needs. More importantly he took what is some complex history and made it much more understandable for us A great experience all aroundGreat tour of Angkor Wat…and others!

Shelia🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Oun)

30 March 2025

We had an unforgettable sunrise private tour of Angkor Wat with our guide, Oun, on March 28, 2025. Right from the start, Oun set the tone for an incredible day, taking us by tuk-tuk to the perfect sunrise spot where the temple’s reflection glowed in the pond—a breathtaking photo moment. His deep knowledge of Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples was remarkable, weaving together the history and significance of each site in a way that truly brought them to life. Oun’s enthusiasm shone through in everything he did. He expertly scheduled our visits to the surrounding temples, timing them to avoid the crowds, which made the experience feel so much more personal and relaxed. Zipping between sites in the tuk-tuk was a fun adventure in itself! He also took some phenomenal photos of us with his camera, preserving memories we’ll treasure forever. As a bonus, Oun introduced us to the quirky local treat of eating ants—a bold and memorable twist. With his friendly energy and thoughtful planning, Oun made this tour exceptional. If you’re heading to Angkor Wat, his sunrise tour is an absolute must!Unforgettable day

Charles🇺🇸 United States

(About local Oun)

30 March 2025

Oun toured Angkor Wat, Baphuon, Ta Prohm and two lesser known temples in Angkor Thom with us. He was thoughtful and tailored the content well for my wife and me, as well as for our two girls. The logistics worked perfectly too. We visited in a tuk tuk that had been specially built and driven by his brother. Overall, a first-class experience and would highly recommend to other travelers. Going without another group meant we could adjust the pace according to everyone’s interest levels which was a big plus. Oun grew up in the area, and his dad worked as a security guard at one of the Angkor Thom temples. Very good English too. Great energy, knowledge and English

Unknown

(About local Oun)

28 March 2025

We had a full day of learning with Oun. He arrived early to meet us at our Hotel. He was knowledgeable about the history of Angkor and Cambodia. He answered all of our questions and we learned a lot of history about the area from him. He had plenty of cold water and towels for us as the day was HOT! We would recommend him to anyone interested in visiting Angkor Wat! Fantastic Angkor Wat Tour

Hugh

(About local Oun)

25 March 2025

A very enjoyable visit to Angkor Wat thanks to our knowledgeable guide, Oun, who looked after us superbly throughout the day.Angkor Wat

Vincent

(About local Pok)

25 March 2025

Pok is a true local, having been born only hundreds of meters from the Angkor Wat Temple and its complex. Throughout the day and 3 major temples he demonstrated to us his deep knowledge of the temples, their histories, the myths pictured within it and their significance to the Khmer people. He has facts upon facts upon facts and his knowledge of dates especially is astounding. Pok is also a very warm and friendly host with an infectious laugh who exemplifies the Khmer hospitality. We felt looked after at all times and were grateful for his company throughout the day. We're grateful to have met Pok and had a real local talk us through Angkor Wat.The Wonders of Angkor Wat with Pok

Zimeng

(About local Long)

24 March 2025

We had an unbelievable tour of Angkor Wat with Long, who provided in-depth, nuanced, thoughtful discourse about the history, religion, culture, and architecture of the area. He has such robust and abundant knowledge that he eloquently shares in his secondary language, and we felt no language barriers despite asking advanced questions and inquiring about minute details. Long is also secretly a professional photographer and took breath-taking, stunning photos of us that is worthy of a framed album. He created such a memorable experience for us that will be the highlight of our travels for years to come. Thank you so much Long!!Magical experience with Long

Lisa🇺🇸 United States

(About local Oun)

24 March 2025

Our tour with Oun in Siem Reap at Angkor Wat was amazing. His English is great. Oun’s knowledge and history of the area is superb. He knew areas to avoid crowds as well as to take excellent pictures. We highly recommend him. Thank you for this highlight of our trip to Siem Reap!Excellent Tour

Emmanuel🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Long)

19 March 2025

We had an incredible experience with our guide, Long. He is extremely knowledgeable and has a remarkable ability to explain complex history—especially about kings and religions—in a simple and engaging way. Thanks to him, we gained a deep appreciation for Angkor Wat and all the other stunning temples we visited. His enthusiasm and expertise made our tour unforgettable. If you’re looking for a top-notch guide, we highly recommend Long! His English is perfect!Exceptional Tour with Long

Murphy

(About local Long)

14 March 2025

Long gave a really good tour of the temples at Angkor. He was able to communicate all of the key information about the Temples and could answer all of my questions. I did not feel rushed at any time and we took plenty of stops to admire the view before continuing. The driver was always ready to pick us up to take us to the next location. Long was able to show me what life was like in the Angkorian period using additional images to help explain what I was seeing. I highly recommend Long for anyone interested in the history of the Angkor temples. Well planned and knowledgeable tour

Heidi

(About local Pok)

12 March 2025

Pok was an excellent guide in our tour of the Angkor Wat temples. He is very passionate about history and told us in detail the Khmer Empire's history. He showed us around the main 3 temple complex and highlighted many details we would have missed. He kept repeating us the names and the stories, so by the end we truly learnt them. He was also very kind and spontaneously took many beautiful pictures of us. He just had a smile on his face. We did the tour in March and it was really hot all-day-long, so the refreshing water bottle and towels saves us from frying in the heat.Kept us smiling

Defne🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Long)

12 March 2025

Long was my guide for a sunrise visit to Angkor Wat as well as to Bayon and Ta Prohm. Him and our wonderful tuk tuk driver were already waiting for me for the early pick up at 5:30 am and I had a great opportunity to see the sunrise at Angkor Wat. Long was very knowledgeable about all the temple complexes and also answered all my questions about Cambodia and its history during our stops. As I was traveling alone, he also made sure and kindly took photos of me for an unforgettable visit. I would highly recommend Long to anyone who is visiting Angkor Wat (he also has a separate food tour in Siem Reap which I also highly recommend!!). A Wonderful Visit to Angkor Wat

Maggie

(About local Oun)

11 March 2025

I booked with Oun for the Angkor Wat day tour because he had such positive reviews. After spending the whole day, with him I can confirm that the reviews are all 100% spot on. Oun speaks English very very well, has a plethora of cultural and historical knowledge to share, kept a great pace, and has a great sense of humor. He was extremely friendly and immediately easy get along with. I highly recommend booking with him if you're planning on visiting Angkor Wat because you will get so much more out of the mind boggling experience with him guiding you, rather than if you were to go alone or with someone else. Angkor Wat is a must see, and Oun will further enrich the adventure, making it an unforgettable experience! 10/10!Best tour guide ever!

Deborah

(About local Oun)

8 March 2025

Oun was an exceptional guide at the ruins of Seim Reap. He was knowledgeable and able to communicate the information about the temples, the history, and the culture of the people. Great tour. I absolutely recommend him. Great Tour

Federico🇮🇹 Italy

(About local Oun)

8 March 2025

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing the Ultimate Angkor Wat Tour, led by the incredible Oun. From start to finish, Oun made the entire experience unforgettable. His extensive knowledge of the temples, history, and local culture was evident in every explanation, making the tour both educational and engaging. He took the time to ensure I understood the significance of each temple I visited and was always happy to answer our questions with patience and enthusiasm. What really stood out was Oun's warm and friendly demeanor. He made sure I was comfortable, offering helpful tips, water bottles and recommendations throughout the day. The tour itself was expertly planned, allowing me to explore Angkor Wat, Bayon, and other stunning temples at a comfortable pace, avoiding the crowds when possible. At some point, he even stopped to a temple where I was completely alone, giving me time to explore those stunning ancient ruins! Oun's passion for the history and heritage of the area was contagious, and he truly enhanced our experience by sharing personal stories and insights that you wouldn't find in a guidebook. He also speak perfect English, being a english teacher himself! I highly recommend this tour and especially Oun as a guide. His expertise, kindness, and enthusiasm made this one of the most memorable travel experiences I've had. If you're planning to visit Angkor Wat, Oun is the guide you want by your side!Best Guide in Siem Reap

Mitja

(About local Oun)

8 March 2025

The tour is well designed, showing the main sights in a reasonable time. At 35+ degrees (as it was on the day we did it) it would be hard to see more. Oun was knowledgsble and spoke good English. He pointed out some good photo opportunities, which I appreciated. Water snd cold towels were provided after each stop, which was very thoughtful. The only niggle I have is that I missed a structured description of the history of the place.Good guidance through spectacular sights

Reto🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Pok)

7 March 2025

We had great day with Pok. He is very knowledgeable, passionate about the history of his country and simply great fun to spend time with. He was also concerned about our preferences and was very flexible. We highly recommend him. Thanks for a great day in Siem Reap, Pok!An unforgettable experience

Kristina🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Oun)

2 March 2025

Wir sind mit unserem Baby gereist und oun hat total viel Ruecksicht genommen. Er hat uns zu den Tempeln super viele interessante Fakten erzählt und die Tour so gestaltet, dass sie für uns perfekt war. Super toller tag mit Oun

Jennifer 🇺🇸 United States

(About local Long)

1 March 2025

Long is the man! He is VERY knowledgeable about Angkor Wat and the surrounding temples. He told us the history of the different temples and was patient when we asked questions. Since he is a former school teacher, you can really tell he has a passion for teaching. In the morning, Long met us at our hotel on time and knew the best spot for seeing the sunrise at Angkor Wat. Throughout the tour, he took great pics of us in scenic spots and his tuk tuk driver always had cold water available. He was a pleasure to talk to when traveling between temples and we learned about Cambodia and its more recent history. He gave us many good restaurants to try and even a recommendation for a private driver to Phnom Penh. Overall, we highly recommend Long for your next tour in Siem Reap!Great Tour Experience with Long

René🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Long)

28 February 2025

We had a great day with Long at the Angkor Wat temples and during the sunrise tour. He gave us new insights into the temples by explaining the history and importance and was very kind and considerate along the way. Long knew all the great spots to take photos and offered to make plenty of them. He also gave great insight into modern day Cambodia and how the locals live by talking about his own experiences. Communication was easy through WhatsApp and he was on time on both days we were going on a trip with him. The tuktuk was also great, they always had cold water waiting for us whenever we left the temples (it was needed, it was very hot). I would definitely recommend going on a trip with Long! :) Lovely days at the temples with Long

Angela

(About local Long)

26 February 2025

Long was really friendly and welcoming. Started early with a tuk tuk ride to Angkor Wat - day was cloudy so we didn’t see the sun rise but the visit was excellent. Long was super knowledgable and welcoming and we learned so much history from our visits to all three temples. Definitely recommend.Super interesting day visiting temples

Amrita

(About local Long)

25 February 2025

We had the best experience of Angkor Wat solely because of our tour guide, Long. He is extremely knowledgeable of the history and culture of not only Angkor Wat but also Siem Reap. He was very accommodating with our schedule and made sure we were able to see all the temples we requested and more. He took us to all the best picture spots and even took better pictures of us than we did! I would highly recommend EVERYONE visiting Angkor Wat/ Siem Reap to use Long as their tour guide. Hands down the best experience of Angkor Wat! Best tour guide

Diane🇺🇸 United States

(About local John (English & Español))

21 February 2025

John shared his extensive knowledge with us exploring the major temples of Angkor Wat. He is also a great picture taker, angling our way into the best photo spots and taking lots of pictures for us. After about 5-6 hours of exploring, we were hot and tired. John kindly asked us if we wanted more small temples or to go directly to the last major temple. We opted to go to the major temple but I know John would have been happy to continue showing us around longer. Would definitely recommend John for a day at Angkor Wat.Great day with John

Josephine

(About local Oun)

20 February 2025

It was well worth getting a private guide for the Angkor Wat experience. Oun was prompt, attentive and knowledgeable and we very much enjoyed his company. He managed to avoid the worst of the tour groups and we saw so much more of the area than expected. The lunch venue was very busy but so efficient that we were served a delicious meal within 10 minutes. An exhausting day as it was extremely hot with a lot of walking and steep steps. The iced towels and water in the tuk-tuk were a godsend. Thank you Oun

Elizabeth🇦🇺 Australia

(About local Oun)

14 February 2025

Oun is a friendly, happy and knowledgeable guide. He picked us up at our hotel and we traveled safely in a very comfortable tuk tuk to the temples. Oun knew the ways to avoid the crowds and where to find shade and great photo opportunities. Cool towels and bottled water made a hot day very bearable. We were never rushed and he spent extra time which made for a terrific day. Can recommend him highly.. a great guy , thanks Oun🙏 Full day at Angkor Wat

Santhosh🇸🇬 Singapore

(About local Long)

14 February 2025

Long was patient and flexible with our timings. He exudes genuine warmth and was able to talk through the history and charm of each site we visited. Highly recommended. You will not get a better person. Best tour guide in Siem Reap

jacqueline

(About local Long)

13 February 2025

The tour was just perfect. Long was super friendly and responded to all of our requests. We only booked the day before and everything worked out great. We also had a very nice driver. Long also gave us lots of tips about Siem Reap and Cambodia. He made our trip very special. We can recommend him 100%Einfach nur perfekt.

Bradley

(About local Oun)

13 February 2025

Stephanie

(About local Long)

13 February 2025

Long ist ein sehr freundlicher und kompetenter Guide! Er weiß über die Geschichte, den Ort, die Kultur,Religion und vieles mehr bescheid und kann sehr gut Englisch sprechen. Er war pünktlich, hilfbereit und hat schön Fotos gemacht. Vielen Dank! Super Guide!

Martin

(About local Oun)

11 February 2025

Wir sind rundum zufrieden und hatten eine super nette Zeit mit Uon. Die Planung hat Uon flexibel verändert so dass wir weitestgehend wenig andere Touristen gesehen haben und wir waren auch sehr gut mit Wasser versorgt. Uon hat uns sehr gute Tips für schöne Fotos gegeben und viele Informationen zur Blütezeit der Khmer gegeben und seine Begeisterung war ansteckend. Grossartige Tour zu den Tempeln

Claudio🇨🇭 Switzerland

(About local Long)

10 February 2025

Long provided us a confortable, safe and rich experience in the khmer culture. It has been a great experience

Patricia

(About local Oun)

9 February 2025

We had a fantastic day exploring Angkor Wat with Oun. He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much about the history of the temples, Cambodian culture, and even his own life. His insights made our visit much more meaningful. Despite the heat and a long day of walking, he kept our daughter engaged by pointing out wildlife around the temples and telling interesting stories. He was patient, fun to talk to, and made sure we all had a great time. He also took some wonderful pictures of us, which we really appreciate! If you're looking for a guide who is informative, friendly, fun, and great with families, we highly recommend him. Our visit to Angkor Wat wouldn’t have been the same without him!Amazing temples, wonderful host!

theresa.johnson🇩🇪 Germany

(About local Ngoun)

8 February 2025

Lux demonstrated excellent knowledge about Cambodia, which is the main reason for the three-star rating. His expertise on the country's history and culture was evident throughout the tour. However, several aspects of the experience were disappointing: 1. Pacing & Guidance style: The tour felt rushed, with Lux constantly hurrying us along. This made it difficult to fully appreciate the sights and take in the atmosphere. Lux often walked ahead of the group, which made it challenging to hear explanations or ask questions. A more inclusive approach would have been preferable. 2. Tour duration: Despite paying for a private tour, Lux cut the experience short by two hours. This was particularly frustrating as there were numerous interesting temples within easy reach that we could have explored. 3. Value for money: Given the premium price paid for a private tour, the overall experience fell short of expectations. While Lux's knowledge was commendable, the tour's execution left much to be desired. For future visitors, I would recommend seeking a guide who balances expertise with better time management and a more attentive approach to their clients' needs.Yay and nay and the same time

Marijke🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local Long)

6 February 2025

We had a fantastic day with Long. He is super kind, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable about history, the temples, the food culture, and his homeland. We did both the Angkor Wat tour and the food tour with him. Highly recommended to spend a day with Long!Best guide ever

Charlène

(About local Pok)

5 February 2025

We had a great tour of Angkor Wat with Pok on a sunny hot day. So much information, we learned a lot. Pok was able to answer to all our questions. He also took very nice pictures of us. The tuk tuk was comfortable and clean. Thank you Pok!Fantastic

Richard🇬🇧 United Kingdom

(About local Long)

2 February 2025

We had a great trip with Long. He is very knowledgeable and we were able to get so much more out of the visit than we could have possibly achieved on our own. He showed us a rich variety of temples, each of which was stunning in their own way. Kind, friendly and accommodating, we could not have wished for a better guide.Temple tour with Long

Arez🇳🇱 Netherlands

(About local John (English & Español))

1 February 2025

We had an amazing experience with John as our private tour guide for Angkor Wat. He was calm, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable, sharing insightful details while guiding us to hidden spots away from the crowds. His experience truly made our visit special. Highly recommended!Great experience thanks to John.

Jasmin

(About local Long)

1 February 2025

I have never been so happy to write a review. Booking a tour with Long was a brilliant choice. He is extremely passionate and excellent at detailing all these interesting facts that we would have otherwise overlooked. His English is very good and he is excellent at telling stories. As we walked by other larger tour groups I was very glad that we booked a more intimate experience with Long. He is extremely friendly and caring and I would recommend him to anyone travelling to Siem Reap! Thank you for our day Long we will remember it for a long time. Best decision ever!