Beng Melea & Koh Ker Temples Small-Group Tour
Description
Full day excursion from Siem Reap to the hidden treasure of Angkor where less crowded great Khmer temples of Beng Melea which is swallowed by jungle and Koh Ker with a peaceful environment following by birds singing along the visit. Koh Ker was built 1,000 years a go by the King from Angkor.
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Itinerary
This morning we drive to Beng Mealea and Koh Ker begins with a pick-up from your hotel in Siem Reap. Your driver guide will take you through lush Khmer countryside to the remote Beng Mealea temple. Explore the 11th-century ruins emerging from the tangled overgrowth of Cambodian jungle at Beng Mealea, then enjoy a picnic lunch in the grounds. After taking in the ancient beauty of the temple, drive 1-hour onwards to Koh Ker, north-east of Siem Reap.
Discover the ancient Koh Ker temples, once known as Chok Gargyar. This was the Khmer capital under Jayavarman, before the capital was moved to Angkor Wat in 944 A.D. At Koh Ker, explore the 30 major structures of the mysterious site and walk through the ruins of sacred buildings and religious sculptures. Some of the giant sculptures from Koh Ker now make-up the collection at the grand National Museum in Phnom Penh. After your full-day visiting Cambodia's lost temples and mystical jungles, you'll be driven back to your hotel in Siem Reap.
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What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
This is group tour and it departs at 8:30 am, so pickup time is between 7:30 am and 8:30 am, so kindly ready from 7:30 am and ready to go as soon as your tour guide arrives.
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Important Information
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Group size is variable according o the booking of the day
Reviews(6)
We went around Koke Ruins and Bemmeria on our way back to the airport. It took quite a long time along the way, but they talked about various things other than ruins and were only interested in Cambodia. And when we get back from the ruins, we have cold towels and water service, which we'll use again if we get the chance.
Knowledgeable, friendly guide and driver on a tour that’s well worth the extra journey - some fascinating temples without all the tourists!
We had a wonderful time on this tour . We highly recommend it . It is a long drive , but you get a real appreciation of the Cambodian countryside. It really did leave an impression on us - such a beautiful country. The tour took us to unrestored temples - and you get a strong impression of the power of nature and its ability to reclaim human structures. Our guide Nak Chum took so much care to explain the historical context of each temple and relic. We learned so much from our time with Nak - and recommend him to others who really want to get a deeper historical perspective of Khmer history. A great tour to take after Angkor .
One of the best days travelling ever! The weather was perfect and the scenery out of this world. I was the only person visiting the sites so felt like I was getting the royal treatment. Choub the Guide was knowledgeable and friendly - always ready to share more information about Koh Ker and Beng Melea. He is also quite the good photographer too :) My driver, Borey was attentive and always had a cold water on hand. He handled the 'dancing roads' like a pro. An amazing day with two great guys. Would definitely recommend booking with them.
Thank you very much for a great tour. We visited Koh Kher and Beng Melea Temples. Our giude - Reem was very good and knowledgeable, he told us interesting stories about temples. The trip to sites was good, car was comfortable and cool. I recommend this tour to everymone who likes ancient temples,
I love the scene of Beng Mela.... it's really a beautiful place. Thanks Phearom for his professional guide~
