Siem Reap Half-day: Angkor Wat & Ta Prohm Non-Touristy Hours Focus Only on Angkor Wat Golden Hours

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ID: GYG1135203-1746372
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Country: Cambodia

Duration: 02:30 hours


Description

Explore Angkor Wat & Ta Prohm, prioritizing comfort and the beauty of the late afternoon light. Start at 2:30 PM, specifically designed to bypass the intense midday heat and the largest crowds.
First Visit: Ta Prohm (The Jungle Temple)
We start at Ta Prohm, known as the "Tomb Raider Temple," where massive fig and Spung trees have merged with the stonework. Visiting in the mid-afternoon means significantly fewer visitors, allowing for a more intimate and atmospheric experience among the collapsing, root-entwined hallways. The filtering light creates dramatic shadows, perfect for photography.

Second Visit: Angkor Wat (The Golden Hour Finale)
As the sun descends, we move to Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument. This timing is essential as the light of the "Golden Hour" illuminates the western façade and bas-reliefs with a stunning, warm, amber glow. The tour culminates at the famous reflection pond, offering the perfect viewpoint to watch the sunset silhouette the temple's magnificent towers.

The Golden Hour Tour is the ideal choice for those who want to avoid the high heat and heavy traffic of morning tours, capturing the temples in their most majestic and peaceful state.

Highlights

  • Tour Focus: Less crowded experience due to a strategic late start (2:30 PM).
  • Ta Prohm: Explore the famous, atmospheric Tomb Raider film location.
  • Angkor Wat: Bas-reliefs glowing under the warm, golden hour light.
  • Get insights into history and cultures from an expert guide
  • Prioritizing your pace and interest

Guiding languages

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Sacred Sites: Angkor Wat and other major temples are active religious sites. A strict, conservative dress code is enforced, particularly at the highest levels of Angkor Wat.
• Requirements: Both men and women must cover their shoulders and knees.
INCLUDED
  • Professional, knowledgeable, English-speaking local guide
  • Private Air-conditioned car or comfortable Tuk-Tuk
  • Hotel Pickup and Drop-off
  • Bottled Water and Cold Towels
NOT INCLUDED
  • Meals/Food: Any snacks or meals are not included.
  • Drinks (Other than water): Any soft drinks, coffee, or alcoholic beverages.
  • Gratuities/Tips: Tips for the guide and driver
  • Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, shopping, or any other private expenses.

When should I book?

To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.


Cancellations

This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.