Koh Ker & Beng Mealea Full-Day Temple Adventure

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1. 7:30 AM – Hotel Pick-up Your experienced local guide and driver will pick you up from your hotel in Siem Reap. Travel through the beautiful Cambodian countryside, passing traditional villages, rice fields, sugar palm trees, and local markets while learning about rural life and Khmer culture. 9:00 AM – Beng Mealea Temple Arrive at the spectacular Beng Mealea Temple, a 12th-century masterpiece built during the reign of King Suryavarman II. Often called the "Jungle Temple," Beng Mealea remains largely unrestored, with giant tree roots, moss-covered sandstone blocks, and collapsed galleries creating a true archaeological adventure. Walk along wooden pathways as your guide explains the temple's history, architecture, and hidden details. 11:30 AM – Scenic Drive to Koh Ker Continue your journey through remote countryside to Koh Ker, the former capital of the Khmer Empire in the 10th century. Enjoy the peaceful scenery and gain insight into Cambodia's rural communities along the way.

   4 h

2. 1:30 PM – Koh Ker Archaeological Park Explore one of Cambodia's most impressive archaeological sites. Prasat Thom – Climb the remarkable seven-tier pyramid temple for panoramic views of the surrounding forest. Prasat Pram – Admire five brick towers beautifully embraced by giant strangler fig roots. Prasat Krahom (Red Temple) – Discover intricate sandstone carvings and the remains of one of Koh Ker's most important temples. Other Ancient Shrines – Visit several smaller temples scattered throughout the archaeological park, each revealing the unique architecture and history of the former royal capital. Throughout your visit, your guide will share fascinating stories about King Jayavarman IV, the rise of Koh Ker as the Khmer capital, and the distinctive architectural style that sets it apart from Angkor. Relax on the drive back to Siem Reap while enjoying more views of Cambodia's countryside.

   3 h

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

How it compares in Siem Reap

• Its from-price is 10% below the median of the 353 day trips we list in Siem Reap.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Siem Reap

Siem Reap is the riverside town beside Angkor, Cambodia's vast complex of Khmer temples, with night markets, river walks and a relaxed centre.

Angkor Wat, often called the largest religious monument in the world, rises above its moat in a silhouette of lotus-bud towers that is breathtaking at sunrise. Nearby, the walled city of Angkor Thom holds the Bayon, with its more than two hundred serene stone faces, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Baphuon, while Ta Prohm is gripped by the roots of giant silk-cotton and strangler fig trees.

Top-ranked sights in Siem Reap: Angkor Thom, Tonlé Sap, Kampong Phluk.

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