How far is the new Siem Reap airport from the city?

The new Siem Reap–Angkor International (SAI) is about 45–50 km from the city, roughly 45 minutes. A private transfer with Siphan is $45, with name board at arrivals.

Do I need to pay in advance for a private driver in Siem Reap?

No. No deposit, no credit card. Confirm by WhatsApp and pay at end of each day in USD cash or KHQR.

Can Siphan do the Angkor Wat sunrise tour?

Yes. Sunrise is around 5:30am. Pickup at 5:00am. Cold water in the car. The sunrise tour is $50, back by noon.

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Q: Is Grab available from SAI airport?

Very few Grab drivers go to SAI. It's 50km out. You'll likely wait 45+ minutes. A pre-booked private transfer at $45 is faster and waiting with your name on a sign.

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No negotiation. No surprises. Every price below is what you pay, in USD, cash or KHQR, at the end of the day.

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Airport Transfer

The new airport is 45 km out. I'll be waiting at arrivals with your name on a board.

from $45 one way

Best Seller

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Angkor Wat Day Tour

Full day. Small circuit, grand circuit, or sunrise. I know which temples are quiet at 7am.

$45–$55 from

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Custom & Multi-Day

Battambang, Phnom Penh, Tonle Sap, Phnom Kulen. Tell me what you want to see.

$50 from

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Service	Details	Price	Tour page	Book
Airport Transfer Best Seller	SAI to hotel · 1–3 pax · name board · cold water	$45	See tour →	Book →
Airport Transfer (4–7 pax)	Same H1 · families & groups · extra luggage	$55	See tour →	Book →
Angkor Wat Small Circuit Best Seller	Angkor Wat · Bayon · Ta Prohm · Baphuon	$45	See tour →	Book →
Angkor Wat Grand Circuit Best Seller	Full day · all main temples · flexible pace	$55	See tour →	Book →
Sunrise + Angkor Wat Tour Best Seller	5:00 am pickup · temples at dawn · back by noon	$50	See tour →	Book →
Banteay Srei + Beng Mealea	Jungle temple · pink sandstone carvings	$70	See tour →	Book →
Kampong Phluk	Nearby Tonlé Sap · stilt village · flooded forest canoe · boat fees at dock	from $40	See tour →	Book →
Kampong Khleang	Far Tonlé Sap · most authentic · 10,000 residents · boat fees at dock	from $50	See tour →	Book →
Phnom Kulen	Sacred mountain · waterfall · 1000 Lingas river	$70	See tour →	Book →
Siem Reap to Phnom Penh	Intercity · 5–6 hrs · door to door	$140	See tour →	Book →
Siem Reap to Battambang	Intercity · 3 hrs	$100	See tour →	Book →
Siem Reap to Poipet	Thai border crossing · 2.5 hrs	$100	See tour →	Book →

Multi-day booking: 3 days or more, airport transfer included free. Tour prices are for the car, not per person. Airport transfers are priced by group size: $45 for 1–3 passengers, $55 for 4–7. KHQR accepted from any Cambodian bank, Alipay+, WeChat Pay. Angkor pass not included. I'll walk you through how to buy it.

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Airport Transfer

1–3 pax · name board · cold water

$45 one way

Airport Transfer

4–7 pax · families & groups

$55 one way

Angkor Small Circuit

Angkor Wat · Bayon · Ta Prohm

$45 full day

Angkor Grand Circuit

All main temples · flexible pace

$55 full day

Sunrise Tour

5:00 am pickup · back by noon

$50 5am start

Banteay Srei

+ Beng Mealea · pink sandstone

$70 full day

Kampong Phluk

Nearby Tonlé Sap · half day · flooded forest

from $40 per car

Kampong Khleang

Far Tonlé Sap · full afternoon · most authentic

from $50 per car

Phnom Kulen

Sacred mountain · waterfall

$70 full day

Intercity / Custom

Phnom Penh · Battambang · border

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Siphan Phat — Private Driver Siem Reap, 2026

Siphan PhatSiem Reap · Since 2014

Interior — leather seats, panoramic roof, AC

Hyundai H1 · AC · Up to 7 seats

About the driver

Born here.
Driving here.
Your guide.

My name is Siphan. I was born in Siem Reap. I've been driving visitors through the Angkor temples since 2014. Started with a tuk-tuk for two years, then moved to a private car. Nine years as a private car driver.

I know which temples are quiet at 7am, which ones get crowded by 9, and where to eat lunch that isn't a tourist trap. This is my city. I'm glad to show it to you.

I'm not an app. You get me, the same face, the same car, every day of your stay. If you want to change the plan, just tell me. I adapt.

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Private driver vs. Grab in Siem Reap

Named identity

You know who's picking you up. My name is on the board. My face is on this site. That matters at 5am with luggage.

Fixed prices

No surge pricing. No negotiation. What you see is what you pay. Grab can't match a full-day temple tour from $45.

Language

English and Khmer. I understand what you're asking and can explain what you're looking at.

Continuity

Same driver, first day to last. I know what you like by day two. No reintroductions. No app roulette.

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What guests say

Real guests, real trips. Their words, not a script.

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Four days through Angkor with Siphan. He knew exactly which temples to reach before the buses arrived. Hidden courtyards, quiet spots, no crowds. On the last morning I had Bayon almost to myself. Price was exactly what he said. Would not use anyone else.

Sabrina M.Switzerland · Facebook

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I contacted Siphan from Phnom Penh by WhatsApp. He replied fast and even helped me find a hotel. When I arrived by bus he was already at the station waiting. Next days we did Angkor. Fantastic. Totally recommended.

Marlene M.Germany · Verified guest

★★★★★

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We booked Siphan for Phnom Kulen. Super friendly and honest. The price was exactly what was agreed. If I go back to Siem Reap I will use him again without question.

KhadoGermany · Verified guest

★★★★★

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New airport is 50 km out. Siphan was waiting with a sign, loaded the bags, explained the city on the drive in. We booked him every day after that. Best transport decision of the trip.

Tom & FionaUnited Kingdom · Google

★★★★★

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At our hotel at 5am for sunrise. Cold water already in the car. He knew exactly where to stand, when the light hits, which gate to go through first. We had Angkor Wat almost to ourselves.

James & RachelAustralia · TripAdvisor

★★★★★

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Siphan was on time, honest, and knows the temples better than most guides. He knows which sites to avoid at peak hours. Prices are exactly what he quotes.

Claire D.France · Google

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Frequent questions

Do I need to pay in advance?+

No. No deposit, no credit card, no booking fee. I confirm by WhatsApp, you pay at the end of each day. Cash USD or KHQR accepted from any Cambodian bank, Alipay+, WeChat Pay.

How far is the new airport?+

The new Siem Reap–Angkor International (SAI) is about 45–50 km from the city, roughly 45 minutes. Full SAI airport guide → Grab and tuk-tuks rarely go that far. A private transfer is faster and I'll be waiting at arrivals. $45 for up to 3 passengers, $55 for groups of 4–7.

Do I need a guide for Angkor?+

Not required. I give you context in the car: history, what's important, best spots for photos. A licensed guide can be arranged at an extra cost if you want deeper commentary inside the temples.

What's included in the day tour?+

The car, the driver, cold bottled water, and cold towels at every stop. Angkor pass is separate, about $37/day. Lunch at your choice. I know the good spots that aren't tourist traps.

Can you pick me up for sunrise?+

Yes. Sunrise at Angkor Wat is around 5:30am. I pick up at 5:00am. Cold water ready. The sunrise tour is $50, back by noon if you want the afternoon free.

Is Grab available from SAI airport?+

Technically yes, but very few Grab drivers go to SAI. It's 50km out. You'll likely wait 45+ minutes. A pre-booked private transfer is faster, reliable, and waiting with your name on a sign. From $45.

Do you do multi-city trips?+

Yes. Siem Reap to Phnom Penh ($140), Battambang ($100), and the Thai border at Poipet ($100). Message me with your dates and I'll plan it.

How do I leave a review?+

Google or TripAdvisor, both help a lot. At the end of our last day I'll send you the direct link on WhatsApp. Two minutes and it means everything to a small business.

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