Koh Ker Discovery

Koh Ker Explorer

Known as Lingapura during the Khmer Empire, Koh Ker served as the state capital for Kings Jayavarman IV and Harshavarman II between 928-944 AD. Deep in the forest, the former capital consists of 180 sanctuaries. Around  30 can be visited today, including the impressive 7-tier pyramid temple of Prasat Prang, which served as Jayavarman’s state temple. Apart from Prasat Prang, there are several other outstanding ruins, including the giant lingas and the magnificent elephant temple. Koh Ker lies approximatly 120km northeast of Siem Reap in Preah Vihear province. Khmer Ways offers this tour as a overnight trip, as on a one day customers will not have the chance to visit most of the temples due to time pressure.

There is the option to stop at Beng Mealea Temple on the way, but customers need to have an Angkor Pass ticket (either 1 day left on a multiple day pass, or by purchasing a 1 day ticket before the tour) to be able to enter.

Day 1:

Departure from Siem Reap at 8.30 am.

After leaving Siem Reap, we will ride hidden trails and winding tracks through rice fields and bamboo shrouded villages. Our unique route selection keeps you off the roads to the highest degree possible. It is a fairly easy and very scenic ride.

Optional stop at Beng Mealea Temple.

The afternoon will be spent visiting several smaller temples and climbing the impressive 7-tier pyramid for beautiful views over the surrounding areas.

Dinner and accommodation in Koh Ker.

Day 2:

After breakfast, we set out to discover more of the surrounding temples and nature.  We will have lunch and a last look around the temples before heading back to Siem Reap. On the way, we will stop at some very unique rock carvings (only Khmer Ways customers and a few other tourists get the chance to visit, as the way in is rough and can only be tackled by moto or motorbike). Return will be between 5:00 to 6:oo pm.

Included

  • Guide, Moto, fuel, helmet
  • Entrance fee to Koh Ker
  • Accommodation (only basic accommodation available)
  • All drinking water, cold drinks (alcoholic beverages excluded)
  • Snacks, 1x breakfast, 2x lunch, 1x dinner
  • Pick up & drop off at your hotel

Price: $180 per Person / $160 per Person for bookings of 2 or more

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