1-Day Koh Ker and Lingapura Temple Tour with Prasat Thom Views

1 Day Round trip from Cambodia Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the Koh Ker temple group, another ancient capital of the Khmer Empire
02 Climb the pyramid-like Prasat Thom for breathtaking views of the surrounding region
03 Travel through picturesque countryside and rural villages en route to Lingapura
04 See the Kulen Mountain range and Dangrek Mountain on a clear day
05 Discover a former Khmer capital linked to King Jayavarman IV between 928-941 C.E.

Travel through picturesque countryside and rural villages about 102 km northeast to the Koh Ker temple group, known as Lingapura, another ancient capital of the Khmer Empire. Scattered across a large area, its most prominent monument is the pyramid-like Prasat Thom, which can now be climbed via a recently repaired wooden staircase for breathtaking views of the surrounding region. On a clear day, you can see the Kulen Mountain range to the southwest and Dangrek Mountain to the north. Koh Ker was the Khmer Empire's capital for a brief period between 928-941 C.E. under King Jayavarman IV, and lies centrally between Preah Vihear, Angkor, and Sambor Prei Kuk.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Phnom Kulen

Languages Cambodian, English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Koh Ker Group and Lingapura Exploration

Pick up at 8:00 AM and meet your tour guide in the hotel lobby.
Travel through picturesque countryside and rural villages approximately 102 km to the northeast to the Koh Ker temple group - another ancient capital of the Khmer Empire. Scattered over a large area, the most prominent temple of this group by far is the pyramid-like Prasat Thom. On a clear day, one can see the Kulen Mountain range in the southwest and Dangrek Mountain in the north, marking the border with Thailand.

Head back to the hotel for overnight.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Cambodia 1 city · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
Driver/guide
Professional guide
Private tour
Transport by private vehicle
Toll roads
Car parking
Cold water and wipes
Gasoline
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

What's Not Included

Temple pass/entrance fee.
Meals.
Accommodation.

What to bring

Some cash
Hand sanitizing gel
Sunscreen
Mosquito repellent
Hat
Sunglasses
Power bank and charger
Daily medicine
Camera or phone

Know before you go

To enhance your experience and to preserve Angkor for generations to come, we kindly urge you to observe the following points:

Dress Code: Revealing clothes such as shorts and skirts above the knees and bare shoulders are prohibited in sacred places. Respectful dress is strongly encouraged in Angkor.
Monuments: Touching carvings, sitting on fragile structures, leaning on temple structures, moving or taking archaeological artifacts, and graffiti are strictly prohibited. Backpacks, umbrellas with sharp tips, tripods, and high heels are discouraged inside the temples.
Sacred Sites: As Angkor is a sacred site, loud conversation, noise, and other inappropriate behaviour in Cambodian culture are considered offensive and may disturb other visitors. Please keep calm and be respectful.
Restricted Areas: For your own safety and for the conservation of Angkor, please comply with all signs on the site and be mindful of your steps at all times. Do not climb on loose stones.
Smoking and Littering: As a member of the World Health Organization, Angkor has been a smoke-free site since 2012. Smoking cigarettes disturbs others, and cigarettes can start bush fires. To protect the environment, please do not smoke or litter.
Candy or Money to Children: Buying items or giving candy or money to children encourages them not to attend school, but to beg. If you wish to help the children, please consider donating to a recognized charity.
Monks: Monks are revered and respected. If you want to take pictures, please ask for permission first. Women should not touch, stand, or sit too close to monks.