Beng Mealea and Koh Ker Full-Day Tour: Explore Ancient Cambodian Temples

Embark on a full-day tour to Beng Mealea and Koh Ker, two impressive ancient sites near Angkor Archaeological Site. Explore at your own pace and discover the hidden gems of Cambodia’s rich history.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Beng Mealea - Stop at Beng Mealea, 40 km east of Angkor Wat, Cambodia.

Travel around 66 kilometers from Siem Reap Center. The temple complex has never been restored, and it is a fraction of the size of Angkor Wat’s visitor population.Take some time to relax and unwind on the large, open grounds that surround the temple.
Travelers can have a nice time wandering around the temple in the morning while it is mostly quiet.

If you are into photography, this also implies that you can capture some amazing shots if you go.

  • Koh Ker Temple - Stop at: Koh Ker Temple, RN64, 2 km south of the Koh Ker site entrance, and Srayang, 100 km north of Siem Reap, Cambodia.

Koh Ker Lost Archeological Site can be found 120 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap.
Koh Ker most likely served as Jayavarman IV’s state temple when it was the capital of the whole empire (928–944 AD).

The Khmer monarch, Jayavarman IV, moved the capital to Chok Gargyar, which has since become Koh Ker.

  • Svay Leu - Travel time for round trip is 3 hours, you can enjoy the scenery and the life of the people living along the roads that we pass through.
What's Included
  • English Speaking Tour guide
  • Cold Towels and Cold Water
  • Pick up time 7:30am and Drop off around 6pm
What's Not Included
  • Entrance fee for temple $37
  • Entrance fee Koh Ker $15
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Visit three remarkable historical landmarks beyond the primary temples at the Angkor Archaeological Park: Beng Mealea, and Koh Ker.\n\nCommute in a comfortable, air-conditioned minivan from Siem Reap to Beng Mealea and Koh Ker, perfect for a leisurely day exploring. The journey is designed for flexibility, giving you the opportunity to linger at the places that captivate you the most. You’ll begin your exploration from the north, aligning with the center of the principal shrine, which gradually comes into view. The path circumnavigates the northeastern part of the site’s secondary perimeter, eventually bringing you to the eastern stretch of the raised pathway, just shy of the ruins of the second gopura.

Location
Beng Mealea
40 km east of Angkor Wat
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Tour47168772314
Jul 23, 2024
Best day trip - I had the best experience with tour. Both the Guide and driver were so polite and nice the whole trip. They picked me up on time from my hotel though the pick up location was a little away. Also the guide knew a lot about the history of the temples and was able to answer all my questions. They also took me to some more temples on our way back which were not part of our itinerary.
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Nayanika_i
Jul 2, 2024
Beautiful and more private! - A definite must! The guides are knowledge, kind, and funny. Beng Mealea is beautiful, and the view from the top of Koh Ker temple is breathtaking! The drive is far, but worth it because there aren’t droves of tourists like there are in the Angkor Wat circuit. 100/10 highly recommend!
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May 6, 2024
The best experience - Amazing experience! The experience at the less visited Beng Mealea and Kok Kay temples was fascinating. We had free unlimited water, perfect for the hot Cambodian dry season.
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205gardenkim
Feb 27, 2024
Off the beaten path. - This is not to be missed if you've come to see Siem Reap to see temples. All the temples of the main Angkor complex are great of course. But I think you're missing out if you don't take the time to venture beyond them. These temples were quiet and still in a much more natural state. You could really take in the beauty of each place. My guide Mr Heak was an absolute gem. He never rushed me and had an incredible knowledge of each site we visited. He made each place come to life. His grasp of cambodian history is masterful. We went by car and our driver was excellent, a perfect gentleman, always at the door for me and ready with an ice cold water after each stop. Do yourself a favor and just book it!!!
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Eleanor_p
Oct 14, 2023
Great trip - Fantastic trip, Mr Seng Heak was an amazing guide, very knowledgable about the temples and local area. Would recommend visiting.
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Anthonyt387
Jun 16, 2023
A Must Do - Fascinating tour! Enjoyed the contrast to Angkor Wat and the more restored temples I visited the day before. The guide, Mr. Seng Heak and the driver (never got his name) were always interested in how they could make the tour a great experience. I was well taken care of. Koh ker is the highlight, reminiscent of pyramids in central & South America. As I mentioned, the sites on this tour are less restored, more ruined, and in the jungle than Angkor wat and temples closer to Siem Reap. For me, this gave them a charm and uniqueness. It makes for a good contrast and 2nd day after Angkor Wat, Bantei Srai, etc. I'm so glad I found this tour and company. Good way to spend my last day in Cambodia. Loved the private tour. Highly recommend.
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Jonathan
Mar 19, 2023
Best experience - We spent time to see koh ker and Beng mealea.beside Angkor wat,We would recommended people to far away temple for understanding culture, agricultural and loving life.
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