The 15 Temple Sunset Tours in Cambodia That Earn Their Price

1.Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12,109 reviews · from $18Our pick

Start before dawn and explore Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Kdei with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Mr. T, David, Sen, and Chanthy are known for clear stories and humor. The small-group tour runs about eight hours, with hotel pickup, cold water, and a maximum of 13 people. Admission costs extra.

“Great tour with very knowledgeable guide Mr. Rith, who also makes the tour very enjoyable with his great humour. You see a lot of temples in one day and stop for a tasty lunch as well. I can only recommend”

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2.Angkor Wat: Small-Group Sunrise or Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9,444 reviews · 8 - 9 hours · from $15

Start before dawn for Angkor Wat’s sunrise, then explore Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Kdei with an English-speaking guide. Guides such as Sen, David, Rith, and Mr T explain Khmer history and local life, while drivers provide air-conditioning, cold water, and towels. Shared and private options are available.

“Very recommended sunrise tour with Sen (our guide) and Michael Jackson (our driver). They really took care of us from the start in the early morning and enriched our experience. Sen is a great guide, he will share all his knowledge about the temples, the Khmer culture and religions. He will make you laugh and take great pictures at the best spots!”

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3.Angkor Wat 2-Day Tour with Sunrise and Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 4,429 reviews · 2 days · from $34

Spend two long but rewarding days exploring Angkor’s major temples with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned minibus, bottled water, and an English-speaking guide. Day one begins at 4:30am with Angkor Wat sunrise, Ta Prohm, Bayon, Ta Keo, and Angkor Thom’s South Gate. Day two visits quieter temples and ends around 7pm with sunset.

“Nick was a great guide for the sunrise tour! Our guide for the sunset was great as well. They had so much knowledge to share and were very welcoming to us learning more about the country, culture, and history. The transport was convenient and everything was a good value for the price. Sunrise was magical at Angkor Wat and I loved the way the tour was organized so we were a little bit away from the other tour groups at main sights. Would definitely recommend to others!”

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4.Full-Day Angkor Wat Guided Tour with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,803 reviews · 9 - 10 hours · from $15

Spend 9 to 10 hours exploring five major Angkor temples with an English-speaking guide such as Nick, Vone, or Sayon. Walk through Angkor Wat, Bayon, Angkor Thom, and tree-covered Ta Prohm, then watch sunset from Phnom Bakheng. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, water, and cool towels are included. The $37 temple pass is extra.

“Nick was very informative and cheerful, allowed plenty of time to see the temples at our own speed with no time pressure,”

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5.Angkor Wat Sunset Small Group Tour with Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,059 reviews · from $20

Explore Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom in a small group with guides such as Chenda, Ra, or King Kong. Hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, water, cold towels, and lunch by Srah Srang are included. The day runs long, with lots of walking and an optional uphill sunset stop at Phnom Bakheng.

“Great trip, great guide. Mr Kim is a very learned guide with a good sense of humor. It was well balanced.”

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6.Angkor Wat Sunrise or Sunset Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,123 reviews · 8 - 10 hours · from $13Cheapest good one

Start with a 4am hotel pickup and watch sunrise at Angkor Wat before the heat builds. An English-speaking guide such as Vone, Sok, Nick, or Ho Heang leads a small group through five temples, explaining carvings, Khmer history, Buddhist worship, and local life. The air-conditioned minibus, cold water, and cool towels make this long day easier.

“Had a great time on the tour with Sam Vone!! Very funny and also very informed. Learned a lot about Cambodian history and current events. Would recommend to any friends visiting Cambodia.”

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7.Full-Day Guided Sunset Tour of Angkor Wat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,507 reviews · from $19

Spend about eight hours visiting Angkor Wat, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, Bayon, and Phnom Bakheng from Siem Reap. Guides such as David and Rith explain Khmer history, religion, and temple design, while an air-conditioned vehicle, cold water, and towels make the hot day easier. The entrance ticket and meals cost extra.

“Great tour. Covered the main sites and didn’t feel too rushed, plus a nice sunset to end the day. David was a great tour guide - informative and high energy. Good responses to questions as well. The driver Mr Bond was also great - offered cold water & cold hand towels every time we got back on the minibus.”

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8.Full Day Angkor Wat Temple Experience with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,490 reviews · 10 hours · from $25

Spend 10 hours exploring Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Wat with an English-speaking guide such as Mony, Raman, Sam, or Seila. Expect air-conditioned transport, lunch, cold towels, photo help, and a sunset climb at Phnom Bakheng. The tour suits first-time visitors who want the major temples in one well-planned day.

“What an excelled overwhelming day with so many amazing things on the itinerary. And with August and our lovely driver we were well looked after. From caring knowledgeable August patiently interpreting the sites we were seeing to wet towels and cold water given us by the driver at every stop. Van seemed brand new, air conditioned and clean. Thank you both for a memorable day.”

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9.Angkor Wat full Day ‘Small Group with sunset & Tour Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,369 reviews · from $14

Spend 8 to 10 hours exploring Angkor Wat and five major temple sites from Siem Reap in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Buth, Kosal, Sari, Vone, and Nick explain the carvings, help with photos, and adjust the pace. Water is provided, but park admission, lunch, and drinks are extra.

“Sam was a great tour guide. Knowledgeable and accommodating to the pace of the group and taking his time to explain and answer questions.”

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10.2 Days Exclusive Temple Highlights with Sunset and Sunrise Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,157 reviews · from $49

Spend two full days exploring Angkor’s major temples and quieter corners with an English-speaking guide such as Pal, Chhay, Sokpee, or Saruon Pal. You’ll see Banteay Srei, Preah Khan, Ta Prohm, Angkor Thom, and Angkor Wat at sunrise, with air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup when selected, water, and cool towels.

“Wondrous 1.5-day touring Angkor Wat. Visited many different temples. Our guide, Sok, was knowledgeable and very patient. We participated in a small group tour. There were only 6 of us. I highly recommend Journey tours. The bus was super clean, the drive, Keal, cautious navigating the roads.”

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11.2-Day Temple Highlights Sunrise and Sunset Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 445 reviews · 2 days · from $46

Spend two days exploring Angkor with an English-speaking guide such as Pi, Sak, Chhay, Pal, or Bun. Visit Angkor Wat, Banteay Srei, Ta Prohm, Bayon, and lesser-seen temples, with sunrise on day two, sunset on day one, hotel transfers, cold water, and cooling towels.

“This was quite possibly the most thorough tour I've ever been on. Pal was a well of knowledge and had so much information to give us while keeping it fun. Thank you for the wonderful experience”

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12.Angkor Wat Small Group Tour and Sunset with Lunch Included

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · from $26

Spend about 10 hours visiting Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, Bayon, Baphuon, and Angkor Thom with an English-speaking guide and air-conditioned transport. Enjoy a local lunch, palm sugar village stop, cold water, and towels. Guides such as Dara, Mony, Sam, and Phanne are praised for clear history, humor, and excellent photo tips.

“Absolutely fantastic tour, from the beginning till the end every seconds we had a wonderful time. Mr David (our tour guide) is an amazing person, he never let us feel off the guard even a single second throughout the day. His knowledge about all sites within the Park, his hospitality, attentiveness & sense of humour hard to put into words. And of course our driver so down to earth, caring, always smiling. For me this is one of tour I will remember for my lifetime. Thank so much for making our tour so much memorable. I highly recommend if you’re in search for great experience in the Angkar Archaeological Park.”

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13.1-Day Amazing Angkor Wat Tour with Sunset & All Interesting Major Temples

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 308 reviews · from $67

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Angkor Wat and major temples with a licensed English-speaking guide and private air-conditioned transport. The route includes Ta Prohm, Bayon, Baphuon, Phimeanakas, the terraces, Preah Palilay, and Phnom Bakheng. Guides such as Jimmy, Vanna, and Thean are praised for clear history, temple details, and helpful photography.

“Vanna was our tour guide today. Our driver was That. They picked us up at our Airbnb. The car was very nice, air conditioning, and they had lots of water for us. We started at Angkor Wat and visited many other temples during our tourRead more”

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14.Best Temples Day Tour in Siem Reap with Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 304 reviews · from $22

Spend about 10 hours touring Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, Ta Prohm, Srah Srang, and Pre Rup with an English-speaking guide. Hotel pickup, bottled water, cold towels, and return transport are included. Expect a maximum of 15 people, a $37 temple pass paid separately, and lunch at your own cost.

“Chhay was a great guide! He provided lots of interesting historical, cultural and religious information about the temples and Cambodia. He had great recommendations and was committed to everyone getting great photos all day. Despite ouRead more”

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15.Angkor Wat: Full-Day Guided Sunset Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 303 reviews · 8 hours · from $16

Spend eight hours exploring Angkor Wat, Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, Bayon, and Phnom Bakheng with an English-speaking guide such as Rith, David, or Mare. Expect hotel pickup, air-conditioned transport, cold water, cold towels, lunch at your own cost, and a sunset finish. Private groups are available.

“We had a fantastic day which was made by our tour guide Mr Rith. He was so friendly, warm and kind. We also laughed so much with him today. His English is excellent! He explained the history of not only Angkor Watt, but the whole of Cambodia and lots of detail about the Hindi and Buddhist religions. We learned so much from him. We had a really nice lunch and ice cream mid way through the day. The driver was so nice, having cold water for us at each stop and wet face towels too. We got tired towards the end of the trip and Mr Rith let us stop…”

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