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2-Day Angkor Guided Experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker Day Trip: Private Driver and 1-Way Airport Transfer
Turn your arrival or departure day into a temple day. Watch the sun rise over Angkor Wat with a licensed guide, ride a private car out to two jungle temples most tours skip, and let your airport transfer take care of itself.
2-Day Angkor Guided Experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker Day Trip: Private Driver and 1-Way Airport Transfer
Two days. More than Five temples. One transfer you never think about. Pick your day one, and we will meet you at sunrise or at arrivals.
This 2-day Angkor guided experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker packs two big temple days into one short trip and throws in a one-way Siem Reap airport transfer. Day one, a licensed guide shows you sunrise at Angkor Wat, the faces of Bayon, and the tree-root halls of Ta Prohm. Day two, your private driver runs you far out to the seven-tier pyramid at Koh Ker and the fallen galleries of Beng Mealea. You pick the order. Airport first, or temples first.
Most visits to Siem Reap burn a whole day on the road. You land, you check in, and the temples wait until tomorrow. Or the trip ends with a slow morning and a dead afternoon before the flight. This 2-day Angkor guided experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker turns that lost time into sightseeing time.
Day one gives you the classic park with a guide. You stand in the dark at the reflecting pool, the sky turns pink behind the towers, and then it is Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm before lunch. Day two hands the wheel to a private driver. You roll past rice fields to Koh Ker, a 10th century capital with a sandstone pyramid you can climb, then to Beng Mealea, a temple the jungle still owns. One of these two days also carries your airport transfer. Landing early? Start with the driver day straight from the airport. Flying out late? Finish with it, and roll up to the terminal from the temple gates.
What makes this 2-day Angkor guided experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker different
- It uses your worst days. Arrival and departure days usually produce nothing. Here, one of them becomes a full temple day, transfer included.
- One booking, two formats. A guided day for the main park, a driver-only day for the far temples. Each part gets the setup that suits it.
- The order is yours. The two days can run back to back or on any two dates of your trip, in either direction.
Highlights
- Sunrise at Angkor Wat with a licensed, English-speaking guide, pickup at 4:30 AM.
- Angkor Thom done properly: the near 200 stone faces of Bayon, Baphuon, the Terrace of the Elephants, and the Terrace of the Leper King.
- Ta Prohm, the tomb raider temple, where tree roots grip the old galleries.
- Koh Ker and Prasat Thom, a seven-tier sandstone pyramid you climb for a view over the forest.
- Beng Mealea, an unrestored wreck of fallen stone and root, crossed by a wooden boardwalk.
- Private driver and air-conditioned vehicle for the long day out.
- One-way SAI airport transfer built into the driver day, pickup or drop-off.
- Swap option: trade the sunrise day for a sunset day with a Preah Dak village visit, on request before booking.
Where you will go
The 2-day Angkor guided experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker covers this ground:
- Angkor Wat at dawn, then its inner sanctuaries with your guide.
- Angkor Thom: Bayon, Baphuon, the Terrace of the Elephants, the Terrace of the Leper King.
- Ta Prohm before the midday heat.
- Koh Ker, about 120 km from Siem Reap, the short-lived 10th century Khmer capital.
- Beng Mealea, about 65 km from Koh Ker, on the way back.
- Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI), for the transfer leg of the driver day.
Itinerary
Choose the order that fits your flights
Your two temple days can run back to back or on any two dates during your stay. The Angkor day includes a licensed, English-speaking guide, while the Beng Mealea and Koh Ker day includes a private driver. Your one-way airport transfer takes place on the driver day.
Choose the arrangement that works best for your trip:
- Temples first, airport last: Begin with the guided Angkor sunrise day and return to your hotel afterward. On your second tour day, explore Koh Ker and Beng Mealea with your private driver, then continue to Siem Reap Angkor International Airport (SAI) for your departure.
- Airport first, temples next: Meet your private driver at SAI on arrival, visit Koh Ker and Beng Mealea, then finish at your Siem Reap hotel. Enjoy the guided Angkor sunrise day on your other chosen date.
Tell us your preferred order and flight details in the checkout notes. We will confirm whether your arrival or departure time allows enough time for the countryside temples without rushing.
Your Guided Angkor Sunrise Day
Hotel pickup is at 4:30 AM, giving you an early start for sunrise at Angkor Wat. Your guide leads you to the reflecting pool, where you can watch the sky brighten behind the temple towers. Once the sun rises, continue into the temple to explore its galleries, carvings, and inner courtyards, with your guide explaining the stories behind what you see.
Arrange a takeaway breakfast with your hotel before the tour so you can eat during a break outside the temple. Afterward, continue to Angkor Thom, the former royal city, where your guide connects its temples and terraces into a clearer picture of life at Angkor.
Stops within Angkor Thom include:
- Bayon: Walk among the face towers and explore the detailed carvings with your guide.
- Baphuon: Visit this imposing temple within the former royal city.
- Terrace of the Elephants: Follow the carved terrace that once overlooked the royal square.
- Terrace of the Leper King: Discover its sculpted walls and hear the stories associated with the site.
Pause for lunch near Ta Prohm, at your own expense, before exploring its root-covered galleries. Here, trees grow around doorways and over stone walls, creating a striking contrast with the more open spaces of Angkor Wat.
After Ta Prohm, return to your hotel for an expected drop-off between 1:00 and 2:00 PM. Cold drinks and cold towels are available in the vehicle on this guided day.
Prefer a Later Start? Request the Sunset Option
You can request the Angkor Wat Sunset Tour with Authentic Village Experience instead of the sunrise itinerary. This alternative starts with hotel pickup at 8:00 AM, includes Khmer coffee and fresh palm cake in Preah Dak village, and finishes with sunset at Angkor Wat.
The village portion also includes a classroom visit, subject to confirmation. Expected hotel drop-off is between 6:30 and 7:00 PM.
Request this change in your checkout notes or contact us before booking. We will confirm availability and any price difference before finalizing the swap.
Your Koh Ker and Beng Mealea Private Driver Day
This day takes you beyond the main Angkor park to two contrasting temple sites. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle, with time to explore each stop independently. A licensed guide is not included on this day, but you can request one as an optional add-on before booking.
Your starting point depends on your chosen arrangement:
- Arriving at SAI: Your driver meets you at arrivals with a name sign. After collecting your luggage, begin the temple route and finish at your Siem Reap hotel.
- Departing from SAI: Your driver collects you from your hotel, takes you to the temples, and continues to the airport afterward. The departure schedule will be planned around your flight.
First Stop: Koh Ker
Head toward Koh Ker, the farthest temple stop on the route. The drive takes you through the countryside, past villages, farmland, and stretches of forest.
At the site, explore Prasat Thom, the seven-tier sandstone pyramid that forms the centerpiece of the visit. If access and conditions allow, climb the staircase for views across the surrounding forest. You can also explore nearby towers and shrines before continuing.
Your driver will explain where to meet afterward and agree on enough time for your visit.
Next Stop: Beng Mealea
Continue to Beng Mealea for a different temple experience. Instead of a towering pyramid, you will find fallen galleries, scattered sandstone blocks, and trees growing through the ruins.
Follow the designated walkways through the site, stopping to take in the doorways, courtyards, and root-covered stonework. Explore at your own pace, keeping to the marked visitor route.
There will be an opportunity to stop for lunch during the day, at your own expense. The timing can be adjusted around your temple visits and airport transfer.
Finish at Your Hotel or the Airport
After Beng Mealea, continue to your Siem Reap hotel or SAI, depending on your selected transfer direction. On departure days, your driver will work to the agreed schedule so the temple visits leave sufficient time for airport check-in.
Arrange Your Temple Tickets Before You Travel
The Angkor Pass, Koh Ker ticket, and Beng Mealea ticket can all be purchased online before the tour through Angkor Enterprise’s official website.
- Choose the appropriate visit date for each temple day.
- Have your tickets ready for inspection at the entrances.
- Entrance fees are separate from the tour price.
2-Day Guided Angkor Tour with Beng Mealea, Koh Ker & One-Way Airport Transfer Pricing
Explore the temples of Angkor at sunrise and journey further afield to the remote jungle temples of Beng Mealea and Koh Ker on this private 2-day guided tour from Siem Reap, including a one-way airport transfer to or from Siem Reap International Airport (SAI). The itinerary is flexible and the schedule can be reversed: either start with the Angkor Wat sunrise day and finish with Beng Mealea, Koh Ker and the airport drop-off, or be picked up at the airport and visit Beng Mealea and Koh Ker before your Angkor Wat sunrise day. Pricing is based on the total number of travelers in your private group, with the total group price and approximate price per person shown below.
| Group size | Tour price per group | Price per person |
|---|---|---|
| 1 traveler | $385.00 | $385.00 |
| 2 travelers | $390.00 | $195.00 |
| 3 travelers | $450.00 | $150.00 |
| 4 travelers | $520.00 | $130.00 |
| 5 travelers | $600.00 | $120.00 |
| 6 travelers | $690.00 | $115.00 |
| 7 travelers | $770.00 | $110.00 |
| 8 travelers | $840.00 | $105.00 |
| 9 travelers | $900.00 | $100.00 |
| 10 travelers | $950.00 | $95.00 |
Please note: Prices are based on the total number of travelers in your private group. Groups of up to 5 travelers travel by SUV and groups of 6 to 10 travelers by Starex or minibus. For groups larger than 10 travelers, please contact us for a custom quotation.
Pickup and Drop Off
Both days of the 2-day Angkor guided experience with Beng Mealea and Koh Ker start and end at your hotel, or at the airport when the driver day carries the transfer.
- City hotels: we collect you at the front desk and drop you back there, both days.
- Hotels outside the center: send us the address and we set a meeting point that suits you.
- SAI pickup: your driver waits in arrivals with a name sign. Send us the flight number before the day.
- SAI drop-off: we plan the drive at about 45 to 50 minutes to the terminal, so you reach check-in with room to spare.
Included
- Private licensed guide on the Angkor day, sunrise format by default.
- Private driver and air-conditioned vehicle on the Beng Mealea and Koh Ker day.
- One-way airport transfer: SAI pickup on day one, or SAI drop-off on day two.
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Siem Reap on both days.
- Cold drinks and cold towels in the vehicle on the guided day.
- Fuel, road tolls, parking, and the driver’s meals.
Tour Exclusions
- 1-day Angkor Pass, US$37. Buy it at the official counter or online from Angkor Enterprise, the only official ticket seller. Skip resellers.
- Koh Ker ticket, US$15, at the gate.
- Beng Mealea ticket, US$10, at the gate.
- Lunch and snacks on both days.
- A guide on the driver day, which is an optional add-on.
- Hotel nights in Siem Reap.
- Gratuities for the guide and driver, always optional.
Buy your temple tickets before the tour: The Angkor Pass, Koh Ker ticket, and Beng Mealea ticket can all be purchased online in advance through Angkor Enterprise’s official website. Select the correct visit date for each day of your itinerary. Entrance fees are not included in the tour price.
What to Bring
Remember also to pack these crucial items!
- Your Angkor Pass, or time to buy one at the official counter before the guided day.
- US$25 in cash for the two gate tickets on the driver day: $15 plus $10.
- A shirt that covers shoulders and bottoms that cover the knees. The dress code is checked at Angkor Wat.
- Sturdy shoes: pyramid stairs at Koh Ker, wobbly boardwalk sections at Beng Mealea.
- A sun kit: hat, sunscreen, sunglasses.
- A refillable water bottle.
- A charged phone or camera, plus a power bank for the sunrise shots.
- Your flight number, sent to us before the driver day.
Additional Information
- Flight windows: the driver day needs room. For airport pickup, a landing by about 9:00 AM works well. For airport drop-off, a departure near 7:00 PM or later is comfortable. Send us your flight times and we will say straight away if the order fits. [Confirm final cutoffs with your ops team.]
- Opening hours: Angkor Park entry runs 5:00 AM to 6:30 PM, and the Koh Ker and Beng Mealea gates run 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Both day formats fit inside those hours.
- The sunset swap must be arranged before booking online, by checkout notes, chat, or email.
- Rainy season runs about May to October and can slow the Koh Ker road. We build in buffer and check conditions with the driver before you set off.
- Ticket prices were checked against official sources in 2026 and can change. The two far temples sit outside the Angkor Pass system, so temple tickets are not included in any pass tier.
Cancellation Policy
- Full refunds are issued for cancellations made with at least 24 hours’ notice.
- Non-refundable: Cancellations made within 24 hours or no-shows will not receive a refund.
- Amendments: Changes must be communicated at least 24 hours in advance.
- Refund Processing: Refunds will be issued within 7 business days.
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