Koh Ker Temples Day Trip

Visit one of Cambodia's largest ancient temple complexes. Your tour guide will reveal the hidden secrets of the crumbling shrines as you explore the overgrown jungle around Koh Ker and Beng Mealea.

Koh Ker Temples Day Trip Itinerary

After being picked up from your hotel in Siem Reap between 7:40 am and 8:10 am, you'll travel northeast by bus into one of the key archaeological parks in Cambodia.

After an approximately 56 mile (90 km) drive, you'll arrive at the former capital of the Khmer empire: Koh Ker. This is the second largest temple complex in Cambodia, covering over 50 square miles (80 sq m) and featuring more than 180 temples, with only a few accessible to visitors due to the dense jungle.

Among the notable 10th century temples is Prasat Prang, a seven-tiered pyramid with a width of 203 feet (62 m) and a height of 118 feet (36 m). You will also visit Prasat Thom, Prasat Krahom, and Prasat Krachap, which are less frequented by tourists.

Next, you'll visit Beng Mealea Temple, a Hindu sanctuary whose history is obscured, much like its crumbling walls under dense foliage. Access the ruins via a wooden walkway to admire the remaining exquisite stone carvings depicting Hindu mythology.

After exploring the temple ruins, you'll enjoy a meal at a local restaurant. You will return to your hotel in Siem Reap around 7 pm.