Top Siem Reap Day Trips

Cruise Tonle Sap Lake to Kompong Phluk on a half-day tour from Siem Reap, and explore the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia. See communities that thrive at the edge of the water, pass floating schools and markets, and visit a local home to get a glimpse of daily life and culture. This half-day Kompong Phluk tour includes all activities, as well as pickup and drop-off at Siem Reap hotels, and both morning and afternoon departures are available.

After seeing the mighty Angkor Wat, take a day trip from Siem Reap to explore some of the region’s other magnificent temples. Visit the Hindu temple Pre Rup temple; admire the grand Banteay Srei temple, the ‘Citadel of Women’; and learn more about the ancient Khmer empire as you tour the Ta Som and East Mebon temples.

Founded in the 11th century, Battambang makes an ideal day trip from Siem Reap—but organizing transportation to explore the sites independently takes up valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, visit Battambang with round-trip transportation from your Siem Reap hotel included, and see the sites with ease by tuk tuk. Along the way, your guide shares insight into must-see sites like the infamous Killing Caves and Wat Banan temple.

Exploring the UNESCO-listed Angkor Temples is a must for visitors to Siem Reap and this small-group tour ensures a more personalized experience. Stand in awe before the legendary temple of Angkor Wat, admire the sculpted façade of Bayon temple, and discover the atmospheric jungle temple of Ta Prohm.

Visit the sacred peak of Kulen Mountain and explore the natural landscapes of the surrounding Phnom Kulen National Park on this full-day tour from Siem Reap. Take in the views from the mountaintop, admire the 16th-century reclining Buddha statue, and hike to Kulen Waterfall.

See the Reclining Buddha statue and waterfalls at Phnom Kulen, and visit the River of a Thousand Lingas on this full-day tour from Siem Reap. Your guide shows you river boulders with intricate carvings made during the Khmer Empire, and natural pools at Phnom Kulen Waterfalls where you can swim. On the way there, view life in rural Cambodia and escape the crowds of Siem Reap.

Enjoy a full-day bicycle tour to see Angkor’s major temples and experience the lush Cambodian countryside around Siem Reap. Your experienced local guide shows you highlights of the Angkor Archaeological Park including the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Angkor Wat, Bayon and Ta Prohm Temples, in addition to some lesser-known sights along the route. Get the chance to experience this breathtaking landscape on a small-group tour with a maximum of 14 participants, ensuring personalized attention from your guide. Bonus: this tour includes refreshments and a delicious lunch.

WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THIS TOUR Pick up and Drop off from Siem Reap (3 hours each way) Local Guide and Driver are included Rice Paddy and local village along the way Visit Ek Phnom Temple Visit Local Market at Psa Nat French Building Along Battambang River Lunch is Included Ride the Famous Bamboo Train (Norry) Visit Fishing Village and the Vegetable Farming area. Visit Phmon Sompoa (Sompoa Mountain) and sit back and relax to watch millions of Bats leave the cave and the beautiful sunset. All Tickets to the site is included This is a complete 100% Private Tour for just your group (Not a join Tours).

Explore the natural wonders and ancient treasures of the Phnom Kulen National Park on this full-day tour from Siem Reap. Discover ancient Khmer ruins, receive a blessing at the sacred River of a Thousand Lingas, visit the famous Reclining Buddha, and take a swim beneath the Kulen Waterfall.

There’s no better time to see Angkor Wat temple complex than at sunrise, when the archeological site is at its most magical. However, getting to the landmark in time isn’t always easy. Explore the UNESCO World Heritage Site with ease on a full-day tour from Siem Reap, limited to a maximum of 15 people for an intimate atmosphere. With a guide, you’ll watch the sunrise, explore the site, and learn things about the temples you may otherwise have missed.

Whole communities thrive at the edges of Tonlé Sap, South-East Asia's largest freshwater lake. Expect to learn how Khmer people have begun to live in houses built on stilts and hear how the locals live and interact within this unique ecosystem during this half-day tour. Your professional guide is the key to understanding Kompong Phluk and reveals highlights of the floating villages that are difficult to access on your own.

The world-famous Angkor Temples aren’t the only archeological wonders worth visiting in Siem Reap and this full-day tour takes in some of the region’s lesser known treasures. Marvel at the magnificent pink temple of Banteay Srei, shop for traditional handicrafts in Preah Dak Village, and explore the temples of Prasat Neak Pean, East Mebon, and Preah Khan.

You could spend days exploring the vast temple complex of Angkor, but this private tour lets you take in the highlights in one day. Watch the sunrise over Angkor Wat, marvel at the grand gates of Angkor Thom, and visit the jungle temple of Ta Prohm. Also included is Bayon temple and Bantey Srei.

Head off-the-beaten-track and visit the floating village of Kompong Khleang on this 4-hour small-group tour from Siem Reap, including hotel pick-up. Get an insight into rural life as you visit the local markets and plantations by minivan, then cruise around the floating villages, flooded forest and stilted houses of Tonle Sap Lake. Finally, tuck into a lunch of typical Cambodian cuisine (included) at a local restaurant. 

If you’ve only got limited time in Siem Reap, tick off the best of Angkor Archeological Park on a full-day tour that reveals historical information integral to understanding the UNESCO-listed temple complex. Hassle-free hotel pickup and drop-off mean you won’t have to worry about finding a meeting point early in the morning, while air-conditioned transport between each temple means you’ll stay cool throughout the day.

The world-famous UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor Archaeological Park in Cambodia draws crowds from around the world. Opt for a personalized experience of the landmark on a small-group tour from Siem Reap—a hassle-free way to explore the archeological site. In an intimate group limited to 10, you’ll stay cool in an air-conditioned minibus and avoid looking for hard-to-find meeting points with hotel pickup and drop-off.

Take a break from Siem Reap on this day trip to the surrounding countryside. Hop on a bike and head out of town, stopping to watch the action at a fish market. You’ll also take a boat to floating villages, eat a Cambodian lunch with locals, and visit an island pagoda. Enjoy included hotel pickup and drop-off, and take advantage of the small group size by asking plenty of questions.

Explore Angkor’s magnificent art and architecture on a full-day, small-group tour that takes in some highlights of the main site, then continues into the countryside to a temple that many visitors overlook, but whose carvings are among Angkor's most intricate. The itinerary includes Pre Rup, Neak Peak, Banteay Srei, and Preah Khan, and all transport is by climate-controlled vehicle—ideal for cooling off between temple visits. Temple entrance fees are at your expense.

Feeling since the beginning of tour from Siem Reap to this waterfall. Fresh and cold and this was a great tour! to be learned a lot and the tour guide was very knowledgeable. Lots of lovely scenery up in the mountains and the waterfalls were amazing. Definitely worth the day to explore.

Trace the history of the mighty Khmer Empire with a visit to the holy mountain of Phnom Kulen on this full-day tour from Siem Reap. After a scenic drive through rice fields and rural villages, set out on a hike around the mountain, following lush jungle trails. Stop along the way to explore the ruins of ancient temples and pagodas, see long-abandoned sandstone quarries and admire the famous Linga river carvings. Finally, cool off with a swim beneath a waterfall before heading to a local restaurant for a well-deserved lunch.

Get a glimpse of local life as you cruise past the floating villages and markets around Tonle Sap lake on this 6-hour tour from Siem Reap. Experience life on the water as you cruise along the Khleang River in a flat-bottomed boat, pass through the flooded forest, and stop at a floating school to meet the school kids, then tuck into a delicious Khmer-style lunch at a local restaurant.

With this Special Tour, you'll spend a day exploring 4 reclusive spots in the outer jungle of Angkor Wat that are less known and remained reclusive ruins. Beng Mealea, for example, hasn't been fully restored, so you'll get a true taste of the original Angkor Wat heritage. You'll avoid wasting time finding temples, because our drivers know the route well, which gives you more time sightseeing. Believe me, it will be hot all day with direct sunlight, so we provide 5-star service that relieves you with ice bottle water and icy cooling towels, bringing you full energy to explore the next temple. This is guaranteed to be the best touring service you can find.

Experience the magic of sunrise over Angkor Wat with this early riser tour. After watching the sunrise, set out to explore the Angkor Temples by bike, allowing you to escape the crowds and admire the scenery as you follow traffic-free trails around the ruins. Take in highlights including Bayon, Preah Khan, Ta Prohm, and Angkor Thom, and enjoy a tasty Cambodian-style breakfast and lunch by the temples.

Built between AD 1113 and 1150, Angkor Wat symbolizes the spirit of Cambodia. Visit this epic site and more, as English-speaking hosts guide you through some of Cambodia’s most spectacular temples and palaces. With half your tour fee going back to disadvantaged communities in the area, you also support the locals while sharing in their ancient culture.