2 Days Tour in Siem Reap including Lunch, Dinner & Apsara Show

The most appealing part of this tour is the mix of local Cambodia and famous temples. You move from a boat ride through Kampong Phluk and a stop at Rolous Market to Angkor Wat at sunrise, then on to Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Srei. I especially like the floating-hut lunch and the evening Apsara performance, two details that make this more than a temple checklist.

I also like the private transport and personal attention. The company can pick you up at your hotel, and past guests have praised the friendly care, useful explanations, safe driving, and excellent photos taken by the guides. The main caution is the pace: a 5 AM start, several major temples, a distant temple, and scheduled meals make this a full two days rather than a leisurely escape.

Key points to know before booking

• Kampong Phluk by boat and kayak: Start with a water-based visit to a floating village, plus Rolous Market.
• Angkor Wat at sunrise: The second day begins with a 5 AM hotel pickup and temple entry.
• Banteay Srei included: See the delicate pink sandstone carvings beyond the main Angkor circuit.
• Meals and culture are built in: The package includes two lunches, two dinners, snacks, water, and an Apsara Show.
• Private tour format: Only your group participates, with private transportation throughout.
• Angkor admission costs extra: Allow $37 per adult for the Angkor pass, which is not included in the $210 price.

A two-day plan that mixes temples with daily life

This is a busy, well-rounded introduction to Siem Reap. You get the major Angkor temples, but the schedule also makes room for a floating village, a local market, a village food stop, and traditional dance.

That balance matters. If you spend two days only among monumental ruins, Cambodia can start to feel like one long stone corridor. Kampong Phluk and Preah Dak give you a look at local life and food, while dinner with an Apsara performance adds a cultural evening rather than another temple visit.

The tour costs $210 per person, before the Angkor pass. That is not the cheapest way to see Siem Reap, but the price includes private transportation, boat tickets, community entrance fees, water, snacks, two lunches, two dinners, and the show. For a private two-day arrangement, the value is strongest if you want the planning handled for you and prefer not to arrange separate rides, meals, and village visits.

Morning boats and local food at Kampong Phluk

Day one begins at 8 AM with hotel pickup. The first stop is Rolous Market, linked with an ancient city that predates Angkor Wat. This gives you a useful early contrast: local commerce first, monumental archaeology later.

From there, you continue to Kampong Phluk Floating Village. The village is explored by boat and, depending on conditions, kayak. The water route is the point here. You are not simply looking at photographs of houses on stilts. You get a closer sense of how water shapes transport and daily life in this part of Cambodia.

The exact kayak arrangement depends on conditions, so you should not book this expecting a guaranteed paddling session. The boat tickets and community entrance fees are included, which keeps the day simple once you are collected from your hotel.

The first stop takes about four hours, including the market and village visit. That is enough time to make the water excursion meaningful without using the entire day. Bring sun protection and a hat, since the itinerary places you outside for much of the morning. Water and snacks are supplied, another small convenience during a warm, active day.

An afternoon reset before the sunset stop

After the village excursion, you have time for a refreshing shower before the late-afternoon outing. That break is important. A morning on the water followed by a full temple day can be tiring, so the chance to return to your hotel gives you a useful reset.

The itinerary lists Phnom Bakheng as the second stop, but the description refers to a sunset view at Phnom Krom. Those are different sites, so I would confirm the exact sunset location with the tour company before the day begins. The schedule allows about two hours for the sunset stop and dinner.

This is one of the tour’s less precise points. The supplied details are clear about a late-afternoon view and dinner, but not about the final viewpoint. Ask about the location, walking distance, and timing so you know what kind of evening to expect.

Angkor Wat at 5 AM

Day two starts early, with a 5 AM pickup in a minivan. The goal is sunrise at Angkor Wat, followed by time inside the temple.

This early start is worth taking seriously. You need to be ready before dawn, and the first stop is not a casual morning visit. Still, sunrise gives Angkor Wat a special sense of scale. The temple’s towers and galleries become the focus of the day before the heat and crowds build.

The Angkor pass is not included. The stated cost is $37 per adult, and this is a required extra for the temple portion of the tour. The pass cost should be added to the advertised $210 when you compare this package with other options.

Two hours are allocated to Angkor Wat. That is enough for a guided introduction and a look inside the temple, but it is not unlimited time for every gallery and detail. If you enjoy slow photography or want to examine carvings at length, you may find the schedule brisk.

The guide’s role matters here. Several past guests praised the explanations about Cambodian history, the care shown during the day, and the way the guides helped with photographs. No guide names are provided, so you should not expect a specific named guide unless the company confirms one after booking.

Bayon’s stone faces and Ta Prohm’s tree roots

From Angkor Wat, the route continues to Bayon Temple. Built during the reign of King Jayavarman VII between the late 12th and early 13th centuries, Bayon is famous for its large carved faces.

One hour is planned here. That is a sensible length for a first visit, especially with a guide pointing out the main features. Bayon can feel confusing at first, with towers and narrow passages packed closely together. A good explanation helps you understand what you are seeing instead of simply walking through a maze of gray stone.

Ta Prohm follows, also with about one hour. Many people know it as the Tomb Raider temple, but the real appeal is the meeting of trees and ruins. Large roots grow over and through the old structure, creating the setting most visitors hope to see.

The film connection may bring you here, but the temple itself deserves more attention than a quick photo. Look at the way the vegetation and masonry compete for space. At the same time, one hour is short, so you will need to stay with the guide’s route rather than wander freely through every section.

Together, Bayon and Ta Prohm give you two different views of Angkor. Bayon is about carved stone and royal design. Ta Prohm is about age, weather, and the force of nature. The pairing works well, though the morning will feel active after the sunrise start.

A sweet stop in Preah Dak

The next stop is Preah Dak, a village known for Khmer noodles, roasted pig, palm cake, and other desserts. The planned visit lasts about 30 minutes and includes a palm cake.

This is a small stop, but I like its place in the schedule. After several temple visits, a local snack gives you a change of subject and texture. It also lets you see a food-producing village rather than spending every hour inside a historic site.

Do not treat this as a full meal replacement. Lunch comes later, and the listed stop is short. Think of it as a taste of local food and a brief pause before the longer ride to Banteay Srei.

Banteay Srei and lunch on a floating hut

Banteay Srei is farther from the main Angkor group, but the trip is justified by its detailed pink sandstone carvings. The temple is smaller in scale than Angkor Wat, yet the decorative work is a major reason to include it.

The itinerary allows about two hours for Banteay Srei and lunch. That gives you time to appreciate the carvings without treating the temple as a quick roadside stop. You should expect additional driving compared with a tour that stays only around the central Angkor temples.

Lunch is served on a floating hut restaurant. The setting adds something to the meal, especially after a morning of temples and village food. Two lunches are listed among the inclusions, so check with the operator for the exact meal schedule and how the meals are divided across the two days.

The food arrangements are useful for anyone who does not want to stop and negotiate restaurants during a packed sightseeing day. They also make the price easier to assess. You are paying for more than rides between temples, though the final value depends on how much you enjoy guided meals and fixed timing.

Dinner and an Apsara performance

The final scheduled stop is Amazon Angkor Restaurant, where a Western and Asian buffet is served during an Apsara dance show. Apsara dance is a traditional Khmer performance, and the evening offers a clear introduction to Cambodian arts.

The show lasts about two hours. This is a comfortable way to end a demanding day because you can eat while watching rather than adding another walking stop. The buffet also gives you choices, which is useful after an early start and a long day outdoors.

The performance is designed for visitors, so it is not the same as encountering dance in a small local setting. Still, it gives you an accessible introduction to a central part of Khmer culture. If you want one evening activity included in your Siem Reap plan, this is practical and easy.

Dinner is included, as are two dinners in the tour’s listed inclusions. Confirm the exact meal schedule when you book, since the itinerary describes dinner after the sunset outing and the buffet dinner at Amazon Angkor.

Private transport and the human touch

This is a private tour, so only your group participates. That gives you more control than a large coach trip, even though the listed schedule remains fairly fixed.

The private format is especially useful for the 5 AM departure and the hotel pickup. You are not responsible for finding a meeting point in the dark. The company also offers mobile tickets and confirmation at booking, and the tour is listed as available near public transportation.

The strongest praise attached to this experience concerns the staff’s friendliness, safety, care, and willingness to help. Guides have also taken photographs for their groups, which is useful at sunrise and at the temples. If photos matter to you, ask the guide early in the tour about help with pictures and preferred stops.

Most people can participate, according to the supplied information. Even so, this is an active schedule with early starts, outdoor heat, boat travel, temple walking, and a longer outing to Banteay Srei. You should be comfortable with that rhythm before booking.

Who should book this two-day Siem Reap tour?

I would choose this tour if you want the major Angkor sites but also want Cambodia beyond the temple circuit. It suits first-time visitors, couples, families, and small private groups that prefer a guide, transport, meals, and cultural activities arranged in one package.

It is also a good choice if you value personal service. The feedback highlights attentive guides, safe care, good photographs, and pride in showing Cambodia to visitors. Those details can make a big difference when you are managing early pickups and unfamiliar roads.

I would hesitate if you want long, unplanned temple visits, a slow pace, or complete control over restaurants. The 5 AM start is demanding, the schedule covers a lot of ground, and the Angkor pass is an added cost. I would also confirm the Phnom Bakheng and Phnom Krom wording before paying.

For $210 per person, the tour offers solid convenience and a broad look at Siem Reap, especially with private transport, food, boat tickets, and the Apsara Show included. Add the $37 adult Angkor pass, then decide if the organized format matches your travel style. If it does, this is a practical way to fit temples, village life, local food, and Khmer dance into two full days.

FAQ

How long is the tour?

The tour lasts approximately two days.

Where does the tour take place?

It begins in Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia, with hotel pickup offered.

What time does the first day begin?

Day one begins with an 8 AM hotel pickup.

What time does the second day begin?

Day two begins with a 5 AM hotel pickup for the Angkor Wat sunrise visit.

Is the tour private?

Yes. Only your group participates in the private tour.

Is the Angkor pass included?

No. The Angkor pass costs $37 per adult and is not included.

Are boat tickets included?

Yes. Community entrance fees and boat tickets are included.

Are meals included?

Yes. The listed inclusions contain two lunches and two dinners.

Is the Apsara Show included?

Yes. The Apsara performance and buffet at Amazon Angkor Restaurant are included.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time for a full refund. Changes or cancellations made less than 24 hours before the start time are not accepted for a refund.