Angkor Small & Grand Circuits

Based in Siem Reap, explore the Angkor Small Circuit, Grand Circuit, and Banteay Srei—ideal for first-timers on a short holiday.

Stay in Siem Reap for the entire trip and explore the Small Circuit, Grand Circuit, and Banteay Srei in order by tuk-tuk or chartered car. You can return to the city at noon each day to escape the heat. The pace is moderate, covering core ruins such as Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm. Outlying sites like Beng Mealea and Phnom Kulen are omitted to save time for the main temple groups, making it perfect for first-time visitors with limited time.

Nov–Feb is cool and dry. Mar–May is extremely hot; it is advisable to return to the city for a rest at noon.

Day by day

Day 1 · Arrive in Siem Reap & Explore Old Town

Siem Reap（Angkor National Museum、Pub Street & Night Market）

The airport is about a 1-hour drive from the city center. After checking in, explore the city on foot or by tuk-tuk.

Stay: Wat Bo Village & Siem Reap River Bank

Day 2 · Angkor Wat Sunrise & Small Circuit

Siem Reap（Angkor Wat、Bayon Temple / Angkor Thom、Baphuon、Terrace of the Elephants & Terrace of the Leper King、Ta Prohm）

Charter a tuk-tuk or car for a full-day tour. Depart around 5:00 AM; travel time between temples is only about 10–20 minutes.

Angkor passes must be purchased in advance. Shoulders and knees must be covered to enter the main sanctuary.

Stay: Wat Bo Village & Siem Reap River Bank

Day 3 · Grand Circuit Temples Day Trip

Siem Reap（Preah Khan、Neak Pean、Ta Som、East Mebon、Pre Rup）

Charter a tuk-tuk or car to loop along the Grand Circuit, covering about 30 km. You can return to the city at noon to rest.

Stay: Wat Bo Village & Siem Reap River Bank

Day 4 · Banteay Srei Half-Day & Departure

Siem Reap（Banteay Srei、Banteay Samré）

Charter a car to Banteay Srei in the morning (about 1 hour). Return to the city after noon to collect your luggage and head to the airport.

Banteay Srei is relatively far. It is best to schedule your departure flight for the evening or later.

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