Preah Vihear Province, Cambodia
Visit the former capital of the Khmer Empire. Climb the 36-meter pyramid and explore ruined temples surrounded by deep jungle.
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Compare transport and day trips from Siem Reap.
Top ratedOn this 4-Day Excursion of Angkor, you'll learn about the most important sites of the 12th-century Angkor World Heritage Site, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom city,...
Most bookedA full day (upto 10 hours) tour of the remote, mystical and rarely visited temples of Koh Ker and Beng Mealea by shared minibus. Up to 10 individuals and couples etc may...
Best valueYou will depart from your hotel in Siem Reap in a private air conditioned car to explore the jungle temple (Beng Mealea) and Koh Ker. You drive to Koh Ker in 2 hours and...
Explore
Over two dozen accessible monuments spread across the ancient city.
Koh Ker became a UNESCO site in September 2023.
It contains over 180 ancient monuments.
Plan your visit
Plan for 2 to 3 hours at the site. The drive from Siem Reap takes 2.5 hours each way.
Visit between November and February. The weather is cooler and drier for walking and climbing.
Hire a private car or join a guided day tour. Minivans and SUVs are the most comfortable options.
Adult tickets cost $15 USD. Bring extra cash for local food stalls and restroom facilities.
Koh Ker served as the capital of the Khmer Empire from 928 to 944 AD under King Jayavarman IV. It spans 81 square kilometers and contains over 180 ancient monuments. The site is known for Prasat Thom, a 36-meter tall, seven-tiered sandstone pyramid.
Because the park is 120 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap, it sees fewer visitors than the main Angkor complex. Read our Koh Ker vs Angkor guide to see how the two sites compare.
Only about two dozen temples are currently accessible. You must stay on marked paths because surrounding jungle areas are not fully demined.
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88 reviews of the 4-day angkor & koh ker on Viator
Our guide Sean and our driver Thy gave us a great tour of Ankor Wat and the surrounding area. We did the 4 day tour which covered all the major temples plus the waterfall. They did their best to make sure we were well taken care of and answered any questions we had. Highly recommended
I joined the 4-day tour led by August and it exceeded all my expectations! He was incredibly knowledgeable and provided us deep insights into Cambodia’s culture, history and religions. He also helped us to capture amazing photos at every stops. I highly recommend taking a tour with August for an unforgettable experience!
Best driver goes to Saray for my trip to Kor Ken and of course not forgetting my guide, Mr PHYROM. Loving their company for this trip. Saray is so attentive to our needs and discomfort so he is always preparing cold water and wet towels to receive us is when we are back from our temples Mr PHYROM is very detailed on the history on the temples we visit and of course our best photographer also. No regret
Nara was an excellent guide who was helpful and informative. I would definitely recommend this tour if you want to explore Siem Reap and would like the break-down of all the history behind all the Prasats!
Very good experience, nice guide and driver, Sam and Lucky are so good. I love siem reap.
The good and friendly tour guide Mr. Sam and driver Mr. Lucky made the trip wonderful and the trip is amazing and worthy.
Absolutely spectacular sites with a well educated and experienced guide. Great English and genuinely cares about his country - showed all the highlights and gave great historical information.
Guide knew exactly how to pace this outing so we could maximize the experience without being overwhelmed. By recommending which temples to focus on, we had plenty of time to appreciate the structures, history, and take pictures. Our party had plenty of time to climb the pyramid temple and admire the surrounding area.
Did the full day personal tour with Tann. So informative and so much fun. Full day. Highly recommended.
Travel tips
Koh Ker ticketsGet your tickets and entry rules for Koh Ker.Read 
Transport OptionsHow to travel the 120km from Siem Reap to Koh Ker.Read 
Koh Ker vs AngkorCompare Koh Ker's remote pyramid to the classic temples of Angkor.Read 
Dress & Packing GuideLearn what to wear and exactly what to pack for a day trip to Koh Ker.Read 
1-Day ItineraryPlan a combined day trip to Koh Ker and Beng Mealea from Siem Reap.Read Pyramid Climb SafetyDetails on safely climbing the 36-meter pyramid at Koh Ker.Read No. Koh Ker is not included in the standard Angkor Pass. You must buy a separate standalone ticket at the site.
The ticket costs $15 USD for adults. Children under 12 years old can enter for free if they present a valid passport. Read more on our Tickets page.
Yes. A modern wooden staircase allows visitors to safely climb to the top of the 36-meter Prasat Thom pyramid. Read our Pyramid Climb Safety guide for details.
The site is 120 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap. It requires a 2.5-hour drive each way by private taxi or tour vehicle.
Yes. It offers an atmospheric alternative to the main Angkor temples. You will see a unique seven-tiered pyramid and experience far fewer crowds.
The archaeological park contains over 180 ancient monuments. However, only about two dozen monuments are currently accessible to visitors.
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