4-Day Excursion of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Koh Ker, Beng Mealea, Tonle Sap and Kulen Mountain Waterfalls
by Asean Angkor Guide
Overview
This 4-day excursion begins with a departure from Siem Reap at 8:00 am to the remote archaeological site of Koh Ker, located about 120 kilometers north. Visitors will explore Prasat Thom, Prasat Pram, Prasat Linga, and Prasat Neak Kmao temples, notable for their pyramid shape and numerous shrines. Next, the tour continues to Beng Mealea temple, situated in the jungle, where visitors spend about one hour exploring the site. On the return to Siem Reap, there is a visit to the pre-Angkorian temples Bakong and Preah Kor, which require an Angkor pass for entry. The second day starts at 8:30 am with a visit to Angkor Thom, including Bayon temple, Baphoun temple, the Royal Palace area, Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, and the South Gate. After a lunch break at a local restaurant within Angkor park, the tour proceeds to Angkor Wat temple for further exploration. The day ends with a climb to the top of Kulen Mountain to watch the sunset before returning to Siem Reap. On the third day, departure is at 8:00 am to Kulen National Park, passing through rural villages where visitors can observe local life and landscapes such as rice paddies and traditional houses. The tour stops at a Palm Sugar Village to see how sugar is made. At Phnom Kulen hilltop, visitors see the largest waterfalls, the reclining Buddha sculpture, and the River of a Thousand Lingas, an ancient carved riverbed. After lunch, the tour visits Banteay Srei temple, known for its red sandstone carvings. Later, a boat ride on Tonle Sap lake takes visitors to the floating village of Kampong Phluk, where life on the water and the flooded mangrove forest can be observed. The tour also includes a visit to a Buddhist monastery on an artificial island before returning to the hotel. On the final day, the group is picked up early at 4:40 am with a packed breakfast to watch sunrise at Angkor Wat. After breakfast, visits continue to Ta Prohm temple, known as the Tomb Raider temple, followed by Pre Rup temple, East Mebon temple, Ta Som temple with its tree-covered gate, Neak Pean temple, and finally Preah Khan temple, dedicated to a king's father. The tour includes a private air-conditioned vehicle, a professional English-speaking guide and driver, bottled water, and towels. Local breakfast is provided only on Day 4. Admission fees and passes for Tonle Sap lake boat ride, Koh Ker, Kulen Mountain, Beng Mealea, and other sites are not included.
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Itinerary
Koh Ker temples
Departing at 8:00 am from the hotel, the tour drives approximately 120 kilometers north of Siem Reap to the Koh Ker archaeological site. This remote complex includes the pyramid-shaped Prasat Thom temple with seven tiers and multiple shrines. Visitors also see Prasat Pram, Prasat Linga, and Prasat Neak Kmao temples, accompanied by the guide.
120 min
Beng Mealea temple
Explore the atmospheric jungle temple of Beng Mealea with ample time to walk through its ruins and surroundings.
60 min
Bakong and Preah Kor temples
On the return to Siem Reap, visit the pre-Angkorian Bakong and Preah Kor temples. These require a valid Angkor pass for entry.
60 min
Angkor Thom temples
Starting at 8:30 am from the hotel, visit the temples within Angkor Thom, including Bayon temple, Baphoun temple, the Royal Palace area, Terrace of the Elephants, Terrace of the Leper King, and the South Gate.
120 min
Angkor Wat temple
After lunch at a local restaurant inside Angkor park, continue with a detailed visit of Angkor Wat temple guided by the professional tour leader.
2 min
Kulen Mountain sunset climb
Climb to the top of Kulen Mountain to view the sunset before returning to Siem Reap city.
60 min
Kulen Mountain National Park and Palm Sugar Village
Depart at 8:00 am to purchase Kulen Mountain tickets and travel through rural villages. Stop at Palm Sugar Village to observe traditional sugar-making. At Phnom Kulen hilltop, visit the largest waterfalls, reclining Buddha sculpture, and the River of a Thousand Lingas built in 802 AD.
180 min
Banteay Srei temple
After lunch, visit the red sandstone temple Banteay Srei, also known as the Citadel of Women.
45 min
Tonle Sap floating village boat trip
Take a local boat from the ferry to Kampong Phluk floating village, observing daily life of families living on stilts and the flooded mangrove forest inhabited by crab-eating macaques and about 3,000 residents. Visit a Buddhist monastery on an artificial island before returning to the hotel.
60 min
Angkor Wat sunrise tour
Early morning pickup at 4:40 am after requesting a takeaway breakfast from the hotel, to view sunrise at Angkor Wat temple.
45 min
Ta Prohm temple
Visit Ta Prohm temple early to avoid crowds; this site is also known as the Tomb Raider temple.
60 min
Pre Rup temple
See Pre Rup temple, historically used as a royal crematorium.
30 min
East Mebon temple
Visit East Mebon, a 10th-century brick temple located within the Angkor complex.
30 min
Ta Som temple
Explore Ta Som, a Buddhist temple known for a tree growing on its gate.
20 min
Neak Pean temple
Visit Neak Pean, a small temple located on an island within a reservoir.
30 min
Preah Khan temple
Before returning to the hotel, visit Preah Khan temple, built in dedication to the king's father.
60 min
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Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
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