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Where to Go Private: the 15 Best Private Temple Tours Worldwide

139 tours  ·  from $5 a head

A guide to yourself buys you the order of the temples and the pace between them, which matters more here than almost anywhere. The 15 below compare what a private day costs against the group version, city by city.

Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour - Starting the day from your hotel
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Ubud: Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

1.Waterfalls, Water Temple & Rice Terraces Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,484 reviews · 10 hours · from $29Our pick

You’ll travel by private car with an English-speaking driver-guide such as Atta, Ageng, or I Wayan Top, visiting Tirta Empul, Tukad Cepung, Kanto Lampo, Tibumana, and Tegalalang. The pace can shift with weather, crowds, and your interests, making this a flexible day rather than a rigid group excursion.

“I wayan Top was very nice and kind! Everything was excellent and we enjoyed the trip! He was driving very safely and everything on schedule. He gave us free time to enjoy and many advices and tips!”

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Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up - Hotel pickup and the eight-person van
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Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up

2.Montserrat Monastery Small Group or Private Tour Hotel pick-up

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,144 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $114

Ride from Barcelona to Montserrat in a small group of up to eight with guides such as Ramon, Javi, Alba, and Alejandro. Visit the basilica and Black Madonna, walk the serrated mountain, then choose the Sant Joan funicular or museum before returning to your hotel.

“Marcel is a very knowledgeable guide, and professional. We would recommend him to anyone in the future .”

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Full-Day Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap - Angkor Wat takes the first three hours
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Full-Day Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

3.Full-Day Angkor Wat Sunrise Private Tour with Guide from Siem Reap

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,920 reviews · from $60

Start around 4:30 a.m. for sunrise at Angkor Wat, then explore Bayon, Ta Prohm, and Banteay Kdei with a private English-speaking guide. Guides such as Se, Sopha, Sa, Curly, and Samuth are praised for temple knowledge, photos, and flexible pacing. Transport, water, and cold towels are included.

“Wonderful tour with our excellent guide Mare. He is extremely knowledgeable, his English is great, he was able to take us to special places for our comfort and photos, and we loved his personality. We learned so much from Mare about the 4 temples we visited. We highly recommend this tour and Mare as its guide!”

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Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Private Tuk-Tuk Tour - Sunrise at Angkor Wat rewards the early alarm
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Siem Reap: Angkor Wat Private Tuk-Tuk Tour

4.Angkor Wat Private Tuk-Tuk Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,222 reviews · 8 - 9 hours

Spend 8 to 9 hours visiting Angkor Wat, Bayon, Ta Prohm, Banteay Kdei, and Ta Keo by private tuk-tuk. Drivers such as Mean, Jack, Polo, Phalla, and To Hor are praised for punctual service, clear English, cold water, photo help, and flexible routes. Temple entry and inside guides cost extra.

“Jack, the guide/driver was brilliant. Highly recommend Jack, kind, reliable to the second, fun and a wonderful representation of Cambodian gracious service. He also took us to his sister’s restaurant for brunch, 5 stars. Thank you Jack we had the best day EVER RICHARD & ALISON GILTINAN”

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Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available) - Reaching Fushimi Inari from the upper side
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Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)

5.Fushimi Inari Hidden Hiking Tour (Private Option Available)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,750 reviews · from $63

Follow a certified MagicalTrip guide from Tofukuji through forest trails, bamboo, small shrines, and the upper paths of Fushimi Inari. The 3-hour, small-group hike approaches the famous torii gates from the quieter side. Guides such as Naru, Hina, Yuko, and Matt add history, photos, and flexible pacing.

“Great tour with EMI. She met us at the designated place, took us the opposite direction of the trip (starting at the end and finishing at the beginning) we avoided all the busy crowds that were building by the time our tour ended. Definitely gRead more”

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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour - Mary’s House and the quieter side of the visit
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Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

6.Ephesus Temple of Artemis and House of Mary Private Half Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,573 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $15

Meet your private guide at Kusadasi Cruise Port for a 4 to 5 hour visit to Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and Mary’s House. Guides such as Mel, Seyhan, Füsun, and Bugra tailor the pace, explain the sites in clear English, and include lunch plus a Turkish carpet demonstration.

“This is a must do tour and I would highly recommend Mel as a guide. We had a fantastic afternoon with Mel catering to our needs and wants and ensuring that we had a comfortable tour. Her knowledge of the area and great sense of humour really made the day. We were picked up from the terminal on time, found our minivan and headed off. We did everything we wanted including a special quick detour to see the beautiful sunset. Ephesus is an absolute must-see; don’t miss it! So glad we had Mel as a tour guide; she has a wonderfully warm and fun personality.”

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Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai - Wat Rong Khun, Chiang Rai’s White Temple
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Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai

7.Chiang Rai Temples: Private Tour from Chiang Mai

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,267 reviews · from $144

Leave Chiang Mai at 7 a.m. for a private, full-day trip to Chiang Rai with guides such as O, Yut, Tong, and Poon. Visit the White, Blue, and Huay Pla Kang temples plus Wat Sang Kaew Photiyarn, with lunch, entrance fees, water, and hotel pickup included.

“Phoon our driver was great! He kept us up to date on all the history of each location and takes some amazing photos so have no fear ladies! He allowed us to move at our pace and nothing felt rushed. We actually ended the day a little early to fight traffic as the lantern festival was going on and this way he could get rest and we could have some downtime as well. We also dodged tourists so some of these sites felt private when visiting. Great experience overall and would highly recommend taking this tour!”

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Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay

8.Private Uluwatu Temple and Kecak Fire Dance Evening Tour in Jimbaran Bay

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,199 reviews · from $27

This five-hour private tour pairs Uluwatu Temple’s sea-cliff sunset with a one-hour Kecak fire dance and optional Jimbaran seafood dinner. Your English-speaking driver-guide, such as Ketut, Putu, Leo, or Pedro, handles transport, tickets, sarongs, temple navigation, and monkey warnings.

“Pedro was an amazing guide! We learned a lot on our visit to the temple, and he took wonderful photos! We had a great time and enjoyed the kecak dance!”

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Private Tour: Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine - The Guadalupe Basilica and Mexican devotion
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Private Tour: Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine

9.Private Tour: Teotihuacan and Guadalupe Shrine

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 938 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $189

Travel by private vehicle from central Mexico City with an English-speaking guide such as Carlos, Ramon, or Veronica. See Tlatelolco, the Guadalupe Basilica, and Teotihuacan’s pyramids, with optional lunch and door-to-door service.

“We have just finished a truly fantastic day out on the tour led by Veronica (our guide) and Arturo (our driver). Lovely people and Veronica was extremely knowledgeable, we learned lots at our own pace and we could see how much she enjoyed sharing information about Mexican culture from ancient times through to the modern day. We highly recommend this tour and our guides! Personally we would avoid the lunch stop if booking again though.”

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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour - Wat Phra Kaew is the spiritual center of the visit
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Bangkok: Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour

10.Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 855 reviews · 5 hours · from $143

Spend five hours with an English-speaking guide and private vehicle at Bangkok’s Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Temple, with optional Wat Pho and Wat Arun visits. Guides such as Kay, Pui, Penny, and Tum Tum are praised for clear explanations, flexible pacing, photo help, and practical Bangkok tips.

“Penny was amazing! Everything was great! Very knowledgeable and attentive!”

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Angkor Wat Private Day Tour from Siem Reap - Angkor Wat: scale, symmetry, and the longest bas relief
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Angkor Wat Private Day Tour from Siem Reap

11.Angkor Wat Private Day Tour from Siem Reap

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 834 reviews · from $49

Start from your Siem Reap hotel and explore Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, the Elephant Terrace, and Ta Prohm with a private English-speaking guide. Expect about six to seven hours, tuk tuk or minivan transport, cold water, plenty of walking, and a separate $37 park ticket.

“A lovely private sunrise tour of Angkor, Bayon & Ta Prohm. Our guide & driver looked after us so well. We had an absolutely splendid day. The 4:30 AM start was certainly early, but it was the best decision we made—we visited three temples with barely anyone else about before the main crowds arrived. Sunrise at Angkor Wat was unforgettable, and we loved exploring Ta Prohm (the “Tomb Raider” temple). Seeing the ancient royal city of Angkor Thom, especially the incredible faces of the Bayon Temple, in the quiet morning light was a real highlight. Our guide, Choub, was simply fantastic—full of stories about the temples, history, and culture, all…”

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Bali: Full-Day Private or Shared Uluwatu Highlights Tour - Water Blow at Nusa Dua: dramatic when the sea cooperates
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Bali: Full-Day Private or Shared Uluwatu Highlights Tour

12.Full-Day Private or Shared Uluwatu Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 784 reviews · 2 - 9 hours · from $23

Visit South Bali’s Water Blow, GWK Cultural Park, Melasti Beach, and Uluwatu Temple before the sunset Kecak fire dance. English-speaking guides such as Jolly, Agung, and Komang are available, with private or shared options, hotel pickup, and optional lunch, photos, dinner, or spa stops.

“Jolly was a amazing tour guide . He made the whole experience a fun and safe one . I would recommend him for all my tours . Thank you jolly , so nice to meet you 🙏🌴❤️”

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Full Day Tour of Luxor West Bank Temples and Tombs (Private) - Hatshepsut’s Temple and its rising terraces
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Full Day Tour of Luxor West Bank Temples and Tombs (Private)

13.Full Day Tour of Luxor West Bank Temples and Tombs (Private)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 722 reviews · from $20

Spend 7 to 10 hours exploring Luxor’s West Bank in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an Egyptologist guide. Visit the Valleys of the Kings and Queens, Deir el-Medina, Hatshepsut Temple, Medinet Habu, and the Colossi of Memnon. Hotel pickup, bottled water, and optional lunch are available.

“perfect experience full day tour with our wonderfull guide Emad, I recommend every bit of this visit”

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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port - Walking the marble streets with a private guide
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Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

14.Ephesus and Temple of Artemis Private Tour from Kusadasi Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 672 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $14Best value

Meet your private guide at Kusadasi cruise port for Ephesus, the Temple of Artemis, and a Turkish lunch. Guides such as Fatih, Seyhan, Eren, Alp, and Bihter tailor the visit well for families, history fans, and cruise passengers. Allow for shopping and craft demonstrations along the way.

“We had an excellent tour with Seyhan. He was extremely knowledgeable and shared what he knew with enthusiasm for his country. We certainly got more than we expected for the price to see the Ephesus ruins and the Temple of Artemis, learn about rug making and have a lovely Turkish lunch. Highly recommend this service”

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Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour - Swimming at Lake Vouliagmeni
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Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour

15.Lake Vouliagmeni Thermal Spa And Temple Of Poseidon Private Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 578 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $171

Travel privately from Athens to Lake Vouliagmeni and Cape Sounion in six to seven hours. Swim in mineral-rich water, enjoy a Greek culinary gift, stop for seafood, and explore the Temple of Poseidon with drivers such as George, Theo, Melina, or Jason.

“Our services with Theo was nothing less than spectacular. He was super friendly, knowledgeable, attentive to our special dietary needs and showed the utmost care as a host, driver and tour guide. So glad to have met him. He became one of the highlights of our time in Athens Greece. Book this tour. (;”

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Angkor Wat Private Tuk-Tuk Tour (sunrise Option) & more - Angkor Wat: allow time for the main event
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