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 at 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 will head northeast by bus to one of the most important archaeological parks. The journey is approximately 56 miles (90 km) long, leading to the former capital of the Khmer empire: Koh Ker. This site, the second largest temple complex in Cambodia, covers over 50 square miles (80 sq m) and contains more than 180 temples, with only a few accessible to visitors.

Among these are the 10th-century temples, including Prasat Prang, a seven-tiered pyramid that is 203 feet (62 m) wide and 118 feet (36 m) high. You will also visit Prasat Thom, Prasat Krahom, and Prasat Krachap, which are less frequented by tourists.

The next stop is Beng Mealea Temple, a Hindu sanctuary whose history is obscured by time, much like its walls. Access to the ancient ruins is via a wooden walkway, allowing you to admire the remaining stone carvings from Hindu mythology.

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