For travelers who intend to spend a day visit and to cover most of the major temples, you might want to consider using our suggested itineraries of Angkor Archaeological Park. The itineraries are classified into two types – cycling and tuk-tuk tours, as illustrated in the map, which are cheaper options comparing to car taxi or bus tour.

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For 1-day cycling tour, you have to rent a bicycle the night before the tour. The price of bicycle rental is around USD 2 to 3 per day. Start your cycling from Siem Reap at 4 am in order to reach the Angkor Archaeological Park before its visiting hour at 5 am. Purchase your USD 20 ticket pass at the main entrance on the road to Angkor Wat. Cycle toward the Angkor Wat and park your bicycle. Pay 500 Riel to the guardian of your bicycle.

As for 1-day tuk-tuk tour, make an arrangement with a tuk-tuk driver the night before the tour. Ask him to pick you up at 4am for a day trip to Angkor Archaeological Park. The price of hiring a tuk-tuk driver is about USD 10 to 13 for this route. Purchase your USD 20 ticket pass at the main entrance on the road to Angkor Wat. Ask the tuk-tuk driver to stop at Angkor Wat.

After contemplating the sunrise and its architecture from Angkor Wat, you can follow the cycling or tuk-tuk route respectively to continue your expedition of other temples.

There are many food stalls inside the Angkor Archaeological Park where you can stop by for savory dish craving.

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