Preah Vihear Temple
Preah Vihear Temple
4.5
7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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7:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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6:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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chuckymustdie
Australia642 contributions
Mar 2020
We hired a private driver to take us here from Siem Reap. Totally worth it. You walk along the ancient road to the first temple, then the road continues on to the next temple and so on and so on…The vista opens up and the ruins get more impressive as you continue on. You finally finish at the top of the cliff overlooking the Thailand plateau far below. So impressive, it’s overwhelming. It was at the start of the Covid-19 pandemic when we were here and the place was deserted. There were 3 other tourists the whole time. Couldn’t believe we had this world heritage site almost to ourselves, what a bonus. Well worth the effort to come here and make sure you bring lots of water as there is only one shop at the top to buy water and it is hard work in the Cambodian heat.
Written 11 April 2020
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And_Ros
171 contributions
Dec 2019
Preah Vihear has the most spectacular view of all the temples of Angkor. From the top you can see Thailand. Take a full day to visit this one, Koh Ker and Beng Mealea, it's really worth the visit. You can rent a car from Siam Reap for about 100 USD. It's not my favourite since I prefer much more the temples that are in a jungle environment but still it's a great temple and much less crowded (avoid the weekends though)
Written 3 January 2020
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Adrian H
Houston, TX482 contributions
Jan 2020
Finally managed to find time for a road trip to Preah Vihear with our friends (Cambodian Tour Guides). An incredible place with only a few tourists, our early morning visit and the huge size of this ancient complex made us feel like the only visitors.
Highly recommended.
Highly recommended.
Written 19 January 2020
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Natat N
4 contributions
Dec 2023 • Business
The Preah Vihear Temple it about 220Km From Siem Reap. It takes at least 2 and half to 3 hours to be there if take by Car or Van. When you arrive there you have hire motor or truck to go up to the mountain. Moto cost 5$ and truck 25$
Written 21 January 2024
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tangojohnDallas
Dallas, TX1,205 contributions
Sept 2024 • Couples
I have made 10 trips to Siem Reap and this was my first trip to Preah Vihear. We hired my tuk tuk driver's sister to drive us. Upon arrival fog covered the mountain making it really eerie. Going up to the top we could not see more than about 20 feet in front of us but as we reached the summit the fog lifted, and the sky became clear. We were incredibly lucky. On the way down we could see clearly Thailand and could see things related to the border problems that are thankfully over now.
We left on this adventure around 6 am and did not return to our Siem Reap hotel until around 6 pm. It was a long day, but we felt it was definitely worthwhile.
We left on this adventure around 6 am and did not return to our Siem Reap hotel until around 6 pm. It was a long day, but we felt it was definitely worthwhile.
Written 8 October 2024
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Siem Reap Private Taxi
Siem Reap Province, Cambodia16 contributions
Oct 2024 • Friends
The beautiful Preah Vihear temple, One day tour from Siem Reap taxi to Preah Vihear temple with friendly driver Mr John from Siem Reap Private Taxi and we have a great time. now! it's good time to visit Preah Vihear temple, highly recommend.
Written 9 November 2024
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Siem Reap, Cambodia737 contributions
Mar 2019 • Business
It is peaceful and beautiful temple, it is on the top of mountain and close to Thailand border of Cambodia site , it is not so many tourist s to visit there because it Abit far way from Angkor temple but it is very beautiful and peaceful that can see two different site country as Cambodia and Thailand.
Written 22 March 2019
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capron
Zurich, Switzerland24 contributions
Apr 2013 • Couples
We booked a trip over angkor-temple-guides com. San Park is a very friendly and funny guide who speaks English very well. The trip costs 135 USD incl. Beng Mealea and Koh Ker.
He picked us up at 6:30. On the way to PV temple we had breakfast in a local restaurant. About noon we visited PV temple. The view is absolutely fantastic and we were the only foreign tourists. On the way back we had lunch in another local restaurant. San ordered great food for us and we had time to chat with him about life in Cambodia. After that we visited Koh Ker (which was nice especially because we were the only tourists) and then Beng Mealea. This temple is still in the hands of the nature and even more beauftiful than the famous Tomb Raider temple (Ta Phrom) in Angkor. Beng Mealea is much more touristy than the other two temples but definitely worth a visit even if you do not go to PV or Koh Ker temple. Around 6 we arrived back in Siem Reap.
It is a long trip and day but we would definitely recommend these temples and especially San Park as a driver.
Thank you San for the great time!
He picked us up at 6:30. On the way to PV temple we had breakfast in a local restaurant. About noon we visited PV temple. The view is absolutely fantastic and we were the only foreign tourists. On the way back we had lunch in another local restaurant. San ordered great food for us and we had time to chat with him about life in Cambodia. After that we visited Koh Ker (which was nice especially because we were the only tourists) and then Beng Mealea. This temple is still in the hands of the nature and even more beauftiful than the famous Tomb Raider temple (Ta Phrom) in Angkor. Beng Mealea is much more touristy than the other two temples but definitely worth a visit even if you do not go to PV or Koh Ker temple. Around 6 we arrived back in Siem Reap.
It is a long trip and day but we would definitely recommend these temples and especially San Park as a driver.
Thank you San for the great time!
Written 12 July 2013
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Angkor Best Driver
Siem Reap, Cambodia731 contributions
Nov 2016 • Business
I just want to recommend to visit pasat preah vihear temple , you have got choich to visit prasat vihear temple by easy from siem reap province
+ First way you can start from siem reap croos Anlong Veng districe ( Udormean Meanchay province the road still condition
+ Second ways your Can start from siem reap croosed Soutnikum district / Svay Lure district / Kulen district in preah vihear province , the road very good condition
How to do ?
please forget your passport
preah vihear ticket 10$/pax
motor bilk ticket 5$ one mortor
4X4 Car truck ticket 25$ per Car ( 6pax tourist )
+ First way you can start from siem reap croos Anlong Veng districe ( Udormean Meanchay province the road still condition
+ Second ways your Can start from siem reap croosed Soutnikum district / Svay Lure district / Kulen district in preah vihear province , the road very good condition
How to do ?
please forget your passport
preah vihear ticket 10$/pax
motor bilk ticket 5$ one mortor
4X4 Car truck ticket 25$ per Car ( 6pax tourist )
Written 24 December 2016
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Mary S
North America14 contributions
Dec 2012 • Friends
I have wanted to see the temple Preah Vihear in northern Cambodia for many years. On a recent visit to Siem Reap, I got my wish. I was able to hire the services of San Park, a very knowledgable guide who works out of Siem Reap. It is a day-long trip and well worth the cost. While the temple is not as large or imposing as Angkor Wat, it is older, andthe stunning location of Preah Vihear makes the visit just as memorable. San Park knows well the history of the temple and the area, and speaks excellent English. I recommend him strongly. He has a website: www.angkor-temple-guides.com
and his email is: sanpark.angkor@googlemail.com You can also reach him by phone: +855-12-788-354
and his email is: sanpark.angkor@googlemail.com You can also reach him by phone: +855-12-788-354
Written 20 February 2013
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Sunil M
Singapore
Hello, planning for overland crossing from Thailand, Ubon Ratchethani to Kantharalak and than Preach Vihear, Cambodia. Is overland borders between Thailand and Cambodia are open? Thanks
Written 25 August 2022
Kenn, I read your review. I am travelling to Siem Reap in November and want to visit Preah Vihear. How much does it cost for the driver for the day? How long did you spend at the site of the temples? Any other advise?
Thank you,
Dave Wittkamp
Cincinnati, OHIO
Written 2 November 2019
Hi Dave
I spent a half day in the temples.The driver should charge around 150 USD for a private car. The more you bargain the better it gets. It is a worth visiting site which is not crowded mostly and the natural form of the monuments is preserved properly. I would suggest leaving Siem Reap early morning and return back by late afternoon. I think the total trip should cost you around 200 USD for two persons as there is entry ticket for foreigners and you may need to hire a pickup from the ticket counter to hike up the hill which is also 25 USD.
Enjoy ur trip.
Written 8 November 2019
Hi there
I wondered if you could tell me how much the tour cost to Preah Vihear Temple and actually how long the drive is as there are some who say just over 2 hours, and others 4 hours o/w. We are looking at going early November and wanted a recommendation of guide/operator and cost.
Thanks so much
Regards
Kirstin
Written 24 October 2019
hi,
I hired a private driver, which cost me USD150 for a return trip from Siem Reap hotel to Preah Vihear, Beng Melea, and Koh Ker.
I travelled from Siem Reap to Preah Vihear first, which took 3.5 hours. The entry fee to Preah Vihear is USD10 per person. Between the ticketing office and the temple, there is local transport (own driver and car is NOT an option): a jeep - up to 6 people - for USD25, or USD5 pillion per person on a motorcycle. I chose the former.
Hope this helps.
Written 24 October 2019
Bonjour, Je pars bientôt au Cambodge. Et j'aimerais beaucoup visiter le temple de Preah Vihear.
Je voulais vos conseils. Comment visiter ce temple? Quels moyens de transport utiliser? Quel est le temps de trajet? Peut on faire la visite sur la journée? Sinon où se loger?
Quel est le moyen le moins coûteux? Connaissez vous des organismes ou des guides faisant la visite de ce temple? Merci.
Written 5 October 2019
Sorry for late reply, maybe someone else will find it useful. I will describe our experience - we stayed overnight at the Heng Sokchamrouen Guesthouse (very recommended!) in Sra Aem. We arrived to Sra Aem from Phnom Penh by GST express bus (no website, tickets bought in their office in Phnom Penh). We set off to Preah Vihesr Temple early in the morning at 7AM. Two local guys gave us lift on their motorbikes. We got the tickets ($10 per person) and decided to get to the temple by motobike ($5 per person). We spend there around two hours, got back to Sra Aem the same way we went from there - bike down the hill (the drivers waited for us) then back with two guys who gave us a lift. Our hotel's owner arranged a shared taxi for us to get to Siem Reap - $30 per two people, more than 3 hours drive. This place may be a bit difficult to reach but it is so worth it. Hope that helps.
Written 26 October 2019
How hard is the walking route up the mountain to the temple?
Written 5 August 2019
I disagree! It is a very tough walk up, but a great walk down. I think the previous person mistakenly made reference to the road that the traffic goes up -- the walking route involves an incredibly lengthy staircase with astonishing views. I'd recommend going up by vehicle and then going down the stairs, but it is probably a good idea to take a guide with you as there are mined areas on either side.
Written 6 August 2019
Hello, we would like to visit the temple on our way from Stung Treng to Siem Reap. We are planning to stop overnight in Preah Vihear City and travel to the temple in the morning. How far is it and what would be the best way? I am guessing there is no public transport? Any advice greatly appreciated.
Written 17 July 2019
Well the city of Preah Vihear is actually quite far from the temple with the same name. The town closest to the Preah Vihear Temple, where you can find a place to stay is Sra'aem.
Written 3 August 2019
Hi. How is the transportation going there??. And the cost??. I’ve read that public transportation is doable but needs 2 days at least. But through a private car!?. How much?. Tnx.
Written 25 May 2019
Where are you going from? If you are going from Siem Reap, then a return trip should cost about $100 in a private car. I'd say this is the easiest and fastest way.
Written 26 May 2019
How much is it the entrance fees for Preah Vihear? is 10USD for foreigner or local?
Written 13 June 2018
Hello
for the entrance fee of the preah vihear temple is cost $ 10 per ticket for the foreigner and it is free for the local visitor. but at the ticket counter of the preah vihear temple near the mountain, you have to rent motor bike or druck to go to the temple. for the ticket of motor rent is $ 10 and for the ticket of the druck or car cost $25 .
please enjoy your trip !
Written 26 May 2019
MarcoVerde2018
New York City, New York
Hello and thank you for your review information. May I ask what is the name of your tour guide and do you have contact information? Also, was it a private tour or were there others on your tour that you did not previously know? Thank you so much in the Vance for any help and information!
Written 14 January 2018
I came back from a trip of Siem Reap yesterday. Please search for Private Siem Reap Tour. Thy is driving a car and Mr. Row is driving a tuktuk. I think that they will offer you a travel with the best price and kindness. I certainly ask them to travel next time in Cambodia.
Written 1 January 2019
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