Phnom Kulen Waterfalls and Banteay Srei Tour

Greatly combined Phnom Kulen waterfall with Banteay Srei at the end of the journey. The guided tour offers fantastic walking tour to see the holy shrine atop the mountain where the biggest reclining Buddha statue stays, reveal Hindu cult of 1000 lingas, observe the mystery of sacred pool and swim under beautiful waterfall before heading to visit the finest red-pink Banteay Srei temple which was intricately carved in details.

Tour code: #zucchini
City/region: Siem Reap
Tour type: private, adventure, historical
Duration: 6-7 hours
Hassle: free, flexible
Available: daily (best period: November to February)
Advance booking: required
Tour required: valid Angkor ticket

Detailed Itinerary

Our experienced tour guide and driver will be greeting you at 8.00am at your hotel’s lobby, heading to purchase Phnom Kulen ticket (included) before we drive out of the hassle Siem Reap city to visit one of Cambodia’s national parks – popularly known as “Phnom Kulen” where you meet famous, beautiful waterfall. Phnom Kulen (Lychee Mountain) is regarded as the holy mountain for religious significance to Hindus and Buddhists. The journey provides nice views of rice paddies, countryside dotting with palm trees and cattle before strolling at Preah Dak market to witness daily life of people selling their vegetables, meat etc. Once we arrived at Phnom Kulen, enjoy the walking tour to see the giant reclining Buddha statue on the hilltop along with breathtaking, spectacular views and learn from your tour guide about historical site. Resume walking within the jungle to witness religious Hindu of the riverbed of 1000 linga carvings, next we move to observe the sacred ground-pool before we head to relax near the waterfall. From then, it is your own free time for cooling down, swimming and enjoying local lunch and fresh coconut juice nearby (own account).

Late afternoon, we head to unlock the intricately carved, beautiful red-pink sandstone temple of Banteay Srei – considered to be a Jewel of Khmer art which features elaborate decorations and its finest details. These factors have made the temple extremely popular with tourists, and have led to its being widely praised as a “precious gem”. On the way back, we have a short visit at palm sugar village and other various local handicrafts. Return to your hotel and end of service.

Note: On the way back, we stop for a visit at the Cambodian Landmine Museum ($5/pax for entrance fee – not included in the tour price) or witness the serenity of 12th century Banteay Samre temple if you still have time.

Tour Prices are quoted in US dollar per person

1 Pax: $120.00
2 Pax: $70.00
3 Pax: $60.00
4 Pax: $50.00
5 Pax: $45.00
6 Pax: $40.00

Tour Included
- Experienced local English-speaking guide
- Pick up & drop off at your hotel in Siem Reap
- Traveling in air conditioning car/minivan
- Phnom Kulen ticket
- Snacks at Preah Dak village
- Tour activities and sightseeing per program
- Mineral bottled water & fresh wet tissues

Tour NOT Included
- Accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Landmine Museum
- Angkor ticket ($37/pax)
- Meals, drinks and services are not mentioned
- Gratitude/tipping to guide and driver

Additional Information
How much is Angkor ticket, how does one get it and how is it used?

The Angkor ticket can be purchased at the toll booth en route to Angkor Archaeological Park. There is always queue, payment is made in cash and they will take photo for you. Once you get the pass, make sure you keep it with you safely (or use name tag) because you have to show your pass to authority guards at the entrance of each temple. Buying Angkor ticket online is also available and convenient, you should prepare a photo ready to upload when you’re processing your ticket on the official website: https://www.angkorenterprise.gov.kh/

A). 1-day pass is USD 37
B). 3-day pass is USD 62 (Valid within 10 days)
C). 7-day pass is USD 72 (Valid within 30 days)

Temple hours: The Angkor Wat complex opens at 5:00am and closes at 6:00pm. Banteay Srei closes at 5:00pm and Kbal Spean closes at 3:00pm, so plan your itinerary carefully.

Our local experienced English speaking guide

Our local tour guide is the most important part of the entire trip. He/she is the one who makes your day well worth a visit and will do his/her best to ensure you leaving Cambodia with a great experience and unforgettable. More importantly, we patiently commit and carefully reserve one of our top tour guides that has more than 10 years experienced in taking care of clients to see beautiful Cambodia as well as sharing lovely Cambodia’s culture and history, and he/she has friendly attitude, informative, knowledgeable, and advisable.

Transportation

Due to the distance, air conditioning vehicles are the best option, cool and comfortable while Tuk Tuk is not available for this trip.

*Payment: The booking is not required a deposit in advance. You will be paying in full amount (US dollar cash) on the touring day when our team picks you up at your hotel’s lobby. However, we require you to respectfully take responsibility to inform us at least 48 hours prior to the tour departure if you wish to cancel the booking.

*Dressing Code

Strong footwear is strongly recommended for this trip and dressing should cover your shoulders and below your knees, should bring along insect repellent, extra clothes/towels, flip-flop (you’re going to get wet) and make sure your camera is fully charged a day before.