Angkor Wat 2‑Day Tour: Grand and Small Circuit
Experience the temples of Angkor in full with this 2‑day tour, ideal for those who want to see both the main temples of the Small Circuit and hidden gems like Banteay Srey and Preah Khan. Riding with your private English‑speaking driver, you'll discover the magic of Khmer architecture at an unhurried pace.
2‑Day Angkor Tour Itinerary
📅 Day 1: The Heart of Angkor (Small Circuit)
Breakfast at your hotel, departure at 8:30 am. Day one covers the most iconic temples of the Small Circuit:
Angkor Wat
An in‑depth exploration of its galleries, bas‑reliefs, and central towers.
Angkor Thom
Enter through the South Gate toward the Bayon and its stone faces, plus Baphuon, Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terrace, and the Terrace of the Leper King.
Lunch Break
Free time for lunch (not included); your driver can recommend good local restaurants near the route.
Ta Prohm
The famous temple entwined with tree roots, known for its appearance in "Tomb Raider."
Banteay Kdei and Sras Srang
We close day one at the stone elephant terrace of Banteay Kdei and the ancient royal pool of Sras Srang.
📅 Day 2: Hidden Treasures and the Grand Circuit
Breakfast at your hotel, departure at 8:30 am toward the Grand Circuit — the lesser‑known but equally stunning part of your 2‑day Angkor tour:
Preah Khan
A forest temple with a mystical atmosphere and endless galleries, perfect for photography.
Neak Pean
A circular island in the middle of a pond, once an ancient hospital of the Khmer empire.
Ta Som
A small gem with a giant tree wrapped around its entrance gate.
Banteay Srey
The "Temple of the Woman," carved from pink sandstone and featuring some of the most detailed inscriptions in all of Angkor — a must‑see on this 2‑day tour.
Lunch Break
Free time for lunch in the rural area near Banteay Srey (not included).
Banteay Samre and Pre Rup
We finish with Banteay Samre, an intimate and authentic temple surrounded by fields, and Pre Rup, a crematorium temple with spectacular views — ideal for sunset.
