Explore Kbal Spean’s river carvings and Banteay Srei’s intricate temple art on this immersive trekking tour. Discover Khmer history and mythology.
Explore Kbal Spean’s river carvings and Banteay Srei’s intricate temple art on this immersive trekking tour. Discover Khmer history and mythology.
- Kbal Spean - Hiking Adventure: To access Kbal Spean, visitors embark on a picturesque and moderately challenging hike through the jungle, covering approximately 1.5 kilometers (around 1 mile). The trail meanders through lush vegetation, providing chances to observe wildlife and appreciate the area’s natural beauty. The hike itself adds an…
- Kbal Spean - Hiking Adventure: To access Kbal Spean, visitors embark on a picturesque and moderately challenging hike through the jungle, covering approximately 1.5 kilometers (around 1 mile). The trail meanders through lush vegetation, providing chances to observe wildlife and appreciate the area’s natural beauty. The hike itself adds an adventurous element to the visit.
- Banteay Srei - Banteay Srei Temple: Referred to as the “Citadel of Women” or the “Citadel of Beauty,” Banteay Srei is a 10th-century Cambodian temple dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva. Situated about 25 kilometers northeast of the main Angkor complex, Banteay Srei is renowned for its intricate carvings and well-preserved pink sandstone architecture, making it one of Cambodia’s most exquisite temples.
- Banteay Samre - Banteay Samre Temple: Positioned approximately 18 kilometers east of Siem Reap, Banteay Samre is a remarkable yet often overlooked temple within the Angkor complex. Constructed in the early 12th century during the reign of King Suryavarman II, the same ruler who commissioned Angkor Wat, Banteay Samre showcases classic Angkorian architecture and offers a more serene experience compared to the more frequented sites.
- Pre Rup - Pre Rup is a Hindu temple at Angkor, Cambodia, built as the state temple of Khmer king Rajendravarman and dedicated in 961 or early 962. It is a temple mountain constructed from a combination of brick, laterite, and sandstone. The temple’s name is relatively modern, meaning “turn the body.”
- Banteay Kdei - Banteay Kdei, also known as the “Citadel of Monks’ Cells,” is a Buddhist temple in Angkor, Cambodia. It is located southeast of Ta Prohm and east of Angkor Thom.

- Bottled water
- Free pickup and drop off at your hotel
- English Speaking Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Bottled water
- Free pickup and drop off at your hotel
- English Speaking Guide
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- Meals
- Angkor Pass fee: $37
- Personal expense and tipping
- Meals
- Angkor Pass fee: $37
- Personal expense and tipping
Kbal Spean: Nestled in the verdant forests of the Kulen Hills, about 50 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap, Kbal Spean is an extraordinary archaeological site often dubbed the “River of a Thousand Lingas.” This fascinating location boasts intricate carvings and sculptures engraved into the riverbed and banks, showcasing Hindu deities, animals, and…
Kbal Spean: Nestled in the verdant forests of the Kulen Hills, about 50 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap, Kbal Spean is an extraordinary archaeological site often dubbed the “River of a Thousand Lingas.” This fascinating location boasts intricate carvings and sculptures engraved into the riverbed and banks, showcasing Hindu deities, animals, and symbols. Banteay Srei is famous for its detailed and elaborate carvings that adorn the walls, lintels, and pediments of the temple. These carvings illustrate scenes from Hindu mythology, including tales from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as complex floral and geometric designs. The craftsmanship is regarded as some of the finest in Khmer art. Banteay Samre features the Angkor Wat architectural style, with a central sanctuary encircled by gopuras (entrance towers), libraries, and a series of concentric galleries. The temple’s layout and design are reminiscent of Angkor Wat, but on a smaller scale.
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