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Siem Reap: Kulen Mountain with Beng Mealea and Banteay Srei Tour
(30) Reviews
Siem Reap Province
Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Experience the best of Cambodia in one unforgettable day, blending art, history, adventure, and culture. Discover Banteay Srei, the “Citadel of Beauty,” renowned for its intricate pink sandstone carvings—the finest in Khmer art. Journey to sacred Kulen Mountain, the birthplace of the Angkor Empire, where you’ll explore the River of a Thousand Lingas, see a giant reclining Buddha, receive a traditional monk water blessing, and enjoy refreshing waterfalls with a scenic picnic. Venture into Beng Mealea, a mysterious jungle temple left in its natural state, offering a true explorer’s experience among ancient ruins and towering roots. Along the way, connect with local life at Preah Dak village, t...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cool water and cool towels during the excursion
All admission tickets
Transportation with Experienced Driver
Professional English speaking tour guide
Receiving a monk’s water blessing
Picnic lunch (there is vegetarian option if requested in advance)
Siem Reap: Kulen Mountain with Beng Mealea and Banteay Srei Tour
(30) Reviews
Siem Reap Province
About
Experience the best of Cambodia in one unforgettable day, blending art, history, adventure, and culture. Discover Banteay Srei, the “Citadel of Beauty,” renowned for its intricate pink sandstone carvings—the finest in Khmer art. Journey to sacred Kulen Mountain, the birthplace of the Angkor Empire, where you’ll explore the River of a Thousand Lingas, see a giant reclining Buddha, receive a traditional monk water blessing, and enjoy refreshing waterfalls with a scenic picnic. Venture into Beng Mealea, a mysterious jungle temple left in its natural state, offering a true explorer’s experience among ancient ruins and towering roots. Along the way, connect with local life at Preah Dak village, t...
Highlights
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
10 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Cool water and cool towels during the excursion
All admission tickets
Transportation with Experienced Driver
Professional English speaking tour guide
Receiving a monk’s water blessing
Picnic lunch (there is vegetarian option if requested in advance)
Hotel pick-up and drop off
Soft drinks
Itinerary
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Preah Dak
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM - Early departure gets us to Banteay Srei practically alone. But first, we meet contemporary Cambodia.
8:30 AM - Local artisans demonstrate traditional palm cake making using techniques passed down through generations. You'll smell caramelizing sap before seeing the process—sweet, smoky aromas as they stir massive woks over wood fires. Timing determines everything: too early lacks sweetness, too late crystallizes wrong.
This supports local livelihoods directly. You'll taste the results: chewy, coconut-infused cakes in banana leaves, perfect with morning coffee.
20 minutes
2
Banteay Srei
Enjoy a guided tour to explore the famous Banteay Srei, a unique temple distinguished by its stunning carvings, which are among the finest in Cambodia.
1 hour
3
Poeng Ta Kho (amazing Cliff)
Ascend to the top of Kulen Mountain and take in spectacular views at the cliff of Poeng Ta Kho.
30 minutes
4
Preah Ang Thom pagoda
Visit the largest reclining Buddha sculpture on the top of Kulen Mountain
45 minutes
5
1000 Lingas
Witness the River of Thousand Linga, which was constructed in 802 AD.
30 minutes
6
Phnom Kulen Waterfall
enjoy a picnic at a nearby waterfall, where you can savor grilled chicken with seasonal fruits and swim in the refreshing waters.
1 hour and 30 minutes
7
Beng Mealea
Next, head deep into the rainforest to explore Beng Mealea, a mysterious 12th-century temple from the Angkor Wat period, overgrown with 300 years of vegetation, trees, lianas, and mosses. Finally, we will visit Beng Mealea Temple, which remains largely untouched and cloaked in vegetation, featuring hidden Hindu motifs, Buddhist elements, and magnificent sandstone structures. Covering over 100 square miles (260 square kilometers), Beng Mealea is one of the most mysterious and captivating ruins in the Angkor region.
1 hour
8
Siem Reap
Once the day’s exploration concludes, you will be returned to your hotel in the evening.