3-Day Siem Reap Ancient Temple Tour: Angkor Wat, Koh Ker & Beyond

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

Day 1
Roluos Group & Banteay Srei (Lady Temple)
5 stops
1
Preah Ko
You will be picked up at your hotel and transferred to visit Preah Ko temple. Built in 879 AD, Preah Ko is the oldest temple of the Roluos group, dedicated by King Indravarman I to honor his ancestors and predecessor, Jayavarman II. Admire the exceptionally preserved stucco carvings and intricate sandstones adorning its six brick towers, offering a rare glimpse into early Khmer artistic mastery.
30 minutes • Admission ticket not included
2
Lolei
Discover Lolei, the last of the major 9th-century Roluos temples. Unique for its historical island setting inside an ancient reservoir, the site now houses an active Buddhist pagoda alongside its historic brick towers and sandstone carvings.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
3
Prasat Bakong
Built in 881 AD by King Indravarman I, Bakong stands as the very first grand mountain temple of the Angkorian era. Dedicated to the Hindu deity Shiva, this magnificent site features a striking five-tiered sandstone pyramid surrounded by a vast ancient moat, representing sacred Mount Meru.
1 hour • Admission ticket free
4
Banteay Srei
Step into a masterpiece of 10th-century Khmer craftmanship at Banteay Srei. Renowned for its miniature scale and extraordinary pink sandstone relief carvings depicting Hindu mythology, this legendary sanctuary is considered the absolute pinnacle of ancient Angkorian stone carving art.
1 minute • Admission ticket included
5
Banteay Samre
Discover Banteay Samre, one of the best-preserved architectural masterpieces in the Angkor region. Meticulously restored using the process of "anastylosis" (reassembling original fallen stones), this 12th-century Hindu temple features remarkable relief carvings, quiet courtyard galleries, and a soaring central tower similar in style to Angkor Wat.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
Day 2
Highlights of Angkor: Angkor Wat, Bayon & Ta Prohm
6 stops
6
Angkor Thom South Gate
Pass through the iconic South Gate of Angkor Thom, flanked by a dramatic stone causeway lined with 54 gods and 54 demons holding a sacred naga serpent. Atop the ancient gateway, marvel at the monumental tower featuring four imposing stone faces representing Avalokiteshvara facing the cardinal directions.
15 minutes • Admission ticket included
7
Bayon Temple
Explore the mesmerizing Bayon Temple, celebrated for its 54 stone towers adorned with over 200 serene, smiling faces of Avalokiteshvara. As you walk through its galleries, admire the exceptionally detailed bas-reliefs depicting ancient Khmer life—from bustling local markets, fishing, and cockfighting festivals to historical battles and grand royal processions.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
8
Baphuon Temple
Step onto the iconic elevated causeway of Baphuon, an ambitious 11th-century temple-mountain dedicated to Shiva. Standing at the heart of Angkor Thom, this impressive monument showcases classic three-tiered Khmer pyramid architecture and offers sweeping views from its top level.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
9
Phimeanakas
Step into the historic Royal Palace grounds to explore Phimeanakas, a grand three-level sandstone pyramid dating back to the late 10th and early 11th centuries. Dedicated to Hindu deities, this compact temple-mountain is steeped in Khmer royal legend and offers impressive vantage points over the surrounding ancient palace ruins.
30 minutes • Admission ticket included
10
Ta Prohm Temple
Experience Ta Prohm, the renowned jungle-clad temple where ancient stone galleries and soaring tree roots merge into a dramatic living landscape. Famous as the backdrop for Tomb Raider, it stands as one of Angkor's most iconic and enchanting ruins.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
11
Angkor Wat
Explore the world-famous Angkor Wat, the pinnacle of Khmer architecture and the ultimate centerpiece of your trip. Discover its magnificent central towers, steep galleried courtyards, and world-renowned bas-reliefs depicting epic Hindu mythology. For a peaceful perspective away from the crowds, take a tranquil stroll along the outer laterite walls and inner moat to enjoy serene views of the surrounding countryside.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Day 3
Beng Mealea, Koh Ker Pyramid & Kompong Khleang Floating Village
3 stops
12
Prasat Beng Mealea
Experience a true Indiana Jones-style discovery at Beng Mealea. Built as a Hindu temple using the same blueprint as Angkor Wat, this majestic ruin lay forgotten in the jungle for centuries. Today, you can explore its sprawling corridors, stone archways, and nature-reclaimed galleries away from the primary tourist crowds.
1 hour • Admission ticket included
13
Koh Ker Temple
Step off the beaten path at Koh Ker, a former imperial capital established in 928 AD by King Jayavarman IV. Explore its sprawling archaeological complex, dominated by Prasat Thom—a unique 36-meter-high sandstone pyramid-temple offering incredible views and a dramatic contrast to typical Khmer architecture.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
14
Tonle Sap Lake
Discover Kompong Khleang, a captivating stilted village on the vast waters of Tonle Sap Lake. Take a scenic boat excursion through floating communities and towering stilted homes to gain deep insight into everyday life on Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake.
2 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Specialized infant seats are available
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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