3 nights, 4 days
Angkor 4-Day Itinerary (3 Nights)
A 4-day route through Angkor grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.
Distances are straight-line, so actual transit times will differ. Feel free to reorder the stops. · Updated August 15, 2026
The whole route at a glance
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DAY 1
Around Angkor Wat · Temples & religious sites·Heritage & monuments
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MorningAngkor Wat
Temples & religious sites
Angkor Wat is the best-preserved temple among the Angkor ruins in Siem Reap, Cambodia, built in the 12th century during the Khmer Empire. Its intricate architecture blending Hindu and Buddhist culture has made it a world-famous destination.
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After lunchYasodharapura
Heritage & monuments · 0 km from the previous stop
Also known as Angkor, Yasodharapura was the capital of the Khmer Empire, founded by Yasovarman I in the late 9th century. Visitors can explore the remnants of this ancient capital centered around Phnom Bakheng temple.
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AfternoonBaksei Chamkrong
Temples & religious sites · 1.7 km from the previous stop
A Hindu temple on the left side of the road leading to the south gate of Angkor Thom. It was dedicated to the god Shiva and once housed a statue of Shiva made of gold.
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EveningPhnom Bakheng
Heritage & monuments · 0.3 km from the previous stop
Phnom Bakheng is a mountain-shaped Hindu temple at the Angkor archaeological site, dedicated to the god Shiva. It is a historic temple believed to have been built during the reign of King Yasovarman in the late 9th century.
DAY 2
Around Angkor Thom · Heritage & monuments·Temples & religious sites
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MorningAngkor Thom
Heritage & monuments
The remains of the last capital of the Khmer Empire, located within the Angkor archaeological site in Siem Reap, Cambodia. Walking through the grand ruins built by Jayavarman VII in the 12th century, visitors can feel the presence of the ancient dynasty.
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After lunchBayon
Temples & religious sites · 0.2 km from the previous stop
The Bayon is a Khmer Empire temple at the center of Angkor Thom, built on the order of Jayavarman VII and once regarded as the empire's foremost temple. Its form, altered under successive kings, lets visitors sense the layered history of the Angkor ruins.
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AfternoonTerrace of the Elephants
Heritage & monuments · 0.5 km from the previous stop
This site forms part of Angkor Thom, the walled city within the Angkor Archaeological Park. It pairs well with a visit to Angkor Thom's other monuments.
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EveningBaphuon
Temples & religious sites · 0.4 km from the previous stop
An 11th-century temple within Angkor Thom, northwest of the Bayon. This three-tiered temple mountain was dedicated to Shiva and built as the state temple under Udayadityavarman II.
DAY 3
Around Ta Prohm · Heritage & monuments·Temples & religious sites
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MorningTa Prohm
Heritage & monuments
Ta Prohm is a temple within the Angkor complex, built as a Buddhist temple in the late 12th century and later converted to Hindu worship. It was founded by the Khmer king Jayavarman VII.
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After lunchBanteay Kdei
Temples & religious sites · 1.1 km from the previous stop
A Buddhist temple in the Angkor complex, located southeast of Ta Prohm and east of Angkor Thom. Built under Jayavarman VII from the mid-12th to early 13th century, it features double enclosure walls and towers set within galleries.
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AfternoonTa Keo
Temples & religious sites · 2.4 km from the previous stop
Ta Keo is a temple in the Angkor Archaeological Park, known as the first Khmer temple built entirely of sandstone. Visitors can get a close look at its imposing tiered, pyramid-like structure.
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EveningChau Say Tevoda
Temples & religious sites · 0.5 km from the previous stop
A 12th-century Hindu temple in Cambodia's Angkor complex, dedicated to the gods Shiva and Vishnu. It's a great spot to get a close look at finely carved reliefs of goddesses.
DAY 4
Around Preah Khan · Heritage & monuments
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MorningPreah Khan
Heritage & monuments
Preah Khan is one of the Angkor ruins in Cambodia, located northeast of Angkor Thom. Both Buddhist and Hindu styles remain here, and it is also known for the story behind its name, which means "Sacred Sword."
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After lunchThommanon
Heritage & monuments · 1.8 km from the previous stop
A Hindu temple in the Angkor complex built during the reign of Suryavarman II, dedicated to the gods Shiva and Vishnu. Standing east of the Victory Gate of Angkor Thom and north of Chau Say Tevoda, it has a small, elegant presence.
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AfternoonPrasat Suor Prat
Heritage & monuments · 1.8 km from the previous stop
Twelve laterite and sandstone towers lined up north to south, east of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom. Standing in front of the Elephant Terrace and the Terrace of the Leper King, they flank the road leading to the Victory Gate.
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EveningTerrace of the Leper King
Heritage & monuments · 0.2 km from the previous stop
A site located at the northwest corner of the Royal Square of Angkor Thom in Cambodia. It's a good stop to include when touring the Angkor temple complex.
Where to stay for this itinerary
Around Angkor Wat, the anchor of day one. Staying here keeps your first day's travel shortest.
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Palm Village
3.4 km · Siem Reap
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Pavillion Indochine
3.5 km · Siem Reap
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Shining Angkor Boutique Hotel
3.6 km · Siem Reap
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Siddhartha Boutique Hotel
3.8 km · Pandora Suite D'Angkor
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GZ Eden Privilege Resort & Spa
3.8 km
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Wheel Garden Residence
3.9 km
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