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 while 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 by bus to the northeast, deep into an important archaeological park of Southeast Asia.

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

Among these 10th-century temples, Prasat Prang stands out with its seven-tiered pyramid structure, reaching a width of 203 feet (62 m) and a height of 118 feet (36 m). Additional sites include Prasat Thom, Prasat Krahom, and Prasat Krachap, which are less frequented by tourists.

Next, visit Beng Mealea Temple, a mysterious Hindu sanctuary, with its history obscured by time and natural overgrowth. Access the ruins via a wooden walkway and admire the remaining stone carvings depicting Hindu mythology.

After exploring the temple ruins, enjoy a meal at a local restaurant. The trip concludes with a return to your hotel in Siem Reap by around 7 pm.