Cambodia · Archaeology

Private Two Day Adventure to Koh Ker & Preah Khan Kompung Svay

2 Days Round trip from Pickup service provided in Krong Siem Reap. Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Visit the jungle temple of Beng Mealea
  • 02 Explore the remote temple group of Koh Ker and Prasat Thom
  • 03 Enjoy countryside views and rural village scenery
  • 04 Stay overnight in a village homestay with dinner included
  • 05 Experience local community life in rural Cambodia
  • 06 Discover Preah Khan Kampong Svay, one of the less-visited Angkorian sites
  • 07 Visit Sambor Prei Kuk, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • 08 Travel privately with guide and transportation included

Explore some of Cambodia’s most remote and remarkable temple sites on this private two-day journey from Siem Reap. Travel through the countryside to Beng Mealea and Koh Ker, where jungle-clad ruins, ancient Khmer history, and sweeping views create a memorable archaeological adventure.

The experience continues with an overnight village homestay, offering a closer look at local life in rural Cambodia, including dinner and simple traditional accommodation. On day two, visit the vast religious complex of Preah Khan Kampong Svay and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sambor Prei Kuk, known for its early Khmer brick temples set in semi-cleared jungle.

This mid 12th century temple features mixture of Buddhism and Hinduism attributes and is particularly mesmerising in the wet season.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Days
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access No
Cities Siem Reap, Beng Mealea, Phnom Kulen
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Day 01: Beng Mealea & Koh Ke Group

Today we will go to visit Jungle Temple Beng Mealea & Remote Area of Koh Ke Group.

Beng Mealea-Jungle Temple

You will travel through picturesque countryside and rural villages approximately 60km in the north-east direction to the jungle clad temple of Beng Mealea. Once in a complete state of disrepair resembling a giant jigsaw puzzle, Beng Mealea has recently been made more accessible with the addition of a wooden walkway throughout the structure assuring safe access and slight elevation, thus a better view. This mid 12th century temple features mixture of Buddhism and Hinduism attributes and is particularly mesmerising in the wet season. 

Koh Ke Group

You will continue 50km north-east 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. A wooden staircase has been repaired recently and it is now again possible to climb up and enjoy the breathtaking view of the surrounding region. On a clear day one can see the Kulen Mountain range in the south-west direction and Dangrek Mountain in the north marking the border with Thailand.

Village walk Tour & Homestay Overnight included Dinner

When we arrive in village, we walk though village to see all activities and lives of community. Some of traditional houses have been changed into modern ones. Overnight in homestay in the village. Your dinner will be served at homestay. Homestay could be a real home of villagers who are living overthere. You will get reality of Countryside lives in Cambodia. What you will be provided for overnight stay is fan, room share and mosquito net. For toilets, they could be Asian style without running water. They are not so comfortable as hotels in the town but you will definitely be fresh and released with green environment and lifestyle.

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Day 02

Day 02: Preah khan Temple & Sambo Preikuk UNESCO World Heritage Site

After we finish breakfast ( inclusion ), we start visiting Preh Khan kompung Svay Temple & World Heritage Site Sambo Preikuk.

Preah Khan Kampong Svay- hiding temples in the remote area

The archeological complex of Preah Khan Kampong Svay or Prasat Bakan or Bakan Svay Rolay is located 100 km east of Angkor, in Preah Vihear province, Cambodia. It stands as the largest single religious complex ever built during Angkorian Era, as its exterior enclosure is about 5 km square, even if the isolated location makes it one of less visited Angkorian sites.

Sambo Preikuk Group-UNESCO World Heritage Site

This tour is ideal for those not bothered by longer drives in order to gain another perspective on temple touring. It's essential to leave Siem Reap early in the morning as getting to Sambor Prei Kuk takes approximately two and half hours. Consisting of dozens of impressive brick prasats in semi-cleared jungle, many ruins display excellent examples of early Khmer art. This pre-Angkorian complex is an important destination for the serious temple visitor. Back to Siem Reap. 

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Pickup service provided in Krong Siem Reap. 3 cities · 2 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Breakfast
  • Dinner
  • Private Tour Guide
  • Private Transportation
  • One night at homestay
  • hotel pick up & drop off
  • Travel Insurance

What's Not Included

  • Temple Tickets: USD 15 per person
  • Food & Drinks not mentioned in the itinerary

Know before you go

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Not stroller accessible
  • Not suitable for pets
  • No public transportation nearby
  • Infants must not sit on laps
  • Infant seats unavailable
  • Not recommended for people with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
  • We are going to pick up you at the lobby of hotel where you are staying. Please give us the address and name of hotel.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Pickup service provided in Krong Siem Reap.
Tour start
Pickup service provided in Krong Siem Reap.
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 2 days finish where they began, in Pickup service provided in Krong Siem Reap..

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