Kbal Spean And Banteay Srei Tour

Three places in one day * Kbal Spean: Hiking up hill for 1.5km to see 9th century riverbed carvings of 1000 Shiva Linga and other main Hindu Lords * Banteay Srei temple: It's believed that this temple was built by women because the sandstone was used to build this temple is pink color, small in size and decoration is very intricate. * Banteay Samre temple: One of the most preserved late 12 century temple and the peaceful temple in Angkor site.

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This is a private tour for you and your group only. The tour is very flexible to adjust your traveling time and we guarantee there is NO hidden cost. We use our good experience tour guide to take care of your journey.

Kbal Spean or the River of 1000 Lingams has an intricately carved riverbed deep in the foothills of the Cambodian jungle. It is a unique feeling when visiting Kbal Spean because this secret place is hiding in the forest. We will need to go trekking to reach the site while enjoy the view of nature and wildlife. After lunch, we continue our tour to Banteay Srei, the gemstone of Angkor. The temple was built by red sandstone blocks which is the unique of Banteay Srei. Finally, we will visit Banteay Samre, a 12th century temple which share the similarity of Angkor Wat.

Take a full day to discover the 1000 lingas at Kbal Spean and the amazing Banteay Srei temple plus up to two other temples. Enjoy comfortable transportation from and to your accommodation and on the tour. If you chose an option with a guide, he will explain the history and culture. We will start our tour at the small and charming Pre Rup temple. Then, we'll go to Kbal Spean which is known as the river of 1000 lingas. Banteay Srei is the next spot and we'll explore this beautiful pink stone temple. If time permit, we can visit Preah Khan temple, known as the holy city of victory.

Marvel at the stone rock relief carvings on the river bed and banks at Kbal Spean. Admire the intricate beauty of Banteay Srei temple and two other outlying temples of the Angkor Park. Travel via air-conditioned vehicles leaving you more energy for discovery.

Venture beyond the main temples of Angkor and experience a mix of nature, history, and culture on this private full-day tour. Begin with a scenic trek through the jungle to Kbal Spean, known for its ancient riverbed carvings, then explore the exquisite Banteay Srei Temple, visit the Cambodia Landmine Museum, and end your day at the peaceful Banteay Samre Temple. ✅ Kbal Spean (River of 1000 Lingas): Hike through lush forest to reach a sacred river where linga carvings and bas-reliefs lie beneath flowing water, believed to bless the land. ✅ Banteay Srei Temple: Marvel at the detailed pink sandstone carvings of this 10th-century temple, often called the “Jewel of Khmer Art.” ✅ Cambodia Landmine Museum: Learn about Cambodia’s modern history and the ongoing efforts to remove landmines and support survivors. ✅ Banteay Samre Temple: Explore this serene and less-visited temple, known for its elegant design and well-preserved structure.

Kbal Spean: Located in the lush forests of the Kulen Hills, approximately 50 kilometers northeast of Siem Reap, Kbal Spean is a unique archaeological site often referred to as the "River of a Thousand Lingas." This remarkable site features intricate carvings and sculptures etched into the riverbed and banks, depicting Hindu deities, animals, and symbols. Banteay Srei is renowned for its detailed and elaborate carvings that cover the walls, lintels, and pediments of the temple. These carvings depict scenes from Hindu mythology, including stories from the Ramayana and Mahabharata, as well as intricate floral and geometric patterns. The craftsmanship is considered some of the finest in Khmer art. Banteay Samre showcases the Angkor Wat architectural style, with a central sanctuary surrounded 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.

To those who like to explore Angkorian temples for the next following days after visiting Angkor Wat, this private tour would be an ideal for you to go beyond. Definitely, experience hiking up/down Kbal Spean hill toward the riverbed of 1000 lingas, the series of stone rock relief carvings and admired by a small waterfall (wet season only) before resuming witness incredibly carved Banteay Srei with its unrivaled details.

We designed this day tour for visitors who look for a tour to see 3 famous remote sites in one day. 1. Banteay Srey temple, is known as woman temple. The special charm of this temple lies in its remarkable state of preservation, small size and excellence of decoration. 2. Cheerful hiking up mountain to see the carvings of Hindu Lords on sandstone riverbed. 3. Beng Mealea, this stunning temple has been left to ruins, still jungle took over and remote location away from Siem Reap town. However, after setting eyes on the temple, you’ll understand why it’s worth the trip.

Take a full day to discover the 1000 lingas at Kbal Spean and the amazing Banteay Srei temple plus up to two other temples. Enjoy comfortable transportation from and to your accommodation and on the tour. If you chose an option with a guide, he will explain the history and culture. We will start our tour at the small and charming Pre Rup temple. Then, we'll go to Kbal Spean which is known as the river of 1000 lingas. Banteay Srei is the next spot and we'll explore this beautiful pink stone temple. If time permit, we can visit Preah Khan temple, known as the holy city of victory.

This tour will start at 8:00 after you have had breakfast and we’ll start the journey to Kbal Spean. Along the way, we’ll stop at Dom Dek market so that you can explore a local market and see how the locals do their grocery shopping! We’ll then continue our journey to visit Kbal Spean – also known as the River of a 100 Lingas. We’ll enjoy the views of the surrounding forests and river before stopping for lunch. After lunch, we’ll go to Banteay Srei temple which is also known as the “Jewel of Angkor” due to it’s unparalleled beauty. On the way back to Siem Reap, we’ll stop at the Cambodian Landmine Museum.

Discover Kbal Spean is located about 12km from Banteay Srei and, in terms of a day-trip, its natural beauty compliments the man-made splendour of Banteay Srei. Kbal Spean was the refuge of 11th – 13th century religious hermits and over the centuries they carved lingas stands, animals and sacral friezes into the surrounding rocks and riverbeds. Banteay Srey Temples one of the most pink sandstone Call Woman temples

These sites are far from Siem Reap City. We combined them to give An opportunity to visitors learn history, believes, culture and Daly life in one day. We don’t think other offer this type of tour.

You are going to visit the river is located on a 150m stretch of the Steung Kbal Spean River which is around 25km from the main group of temples near Angkor Wat. There are also other Hindu mythological motifs including carvings of Hanuman, Lakshmi, Rama, Vishnu, Shiva, and Brahma. You will stop for lunch meal, and then you will start the tour with a short journey to Banteay Srei which is a beautiful temple located about 37km outside of Siem Reap town. You'll also have the opportunity to stop at a local community along the way and I will help you to experience the daily life of the locals living there. You can test some palm wine and palm sugar (depending on the season) and try other local products as well. Finally, we return back to Siem Reap town.

In the morning after breakfast, in the hotel explore Bantey Srei, The Gem of Yajnavaraha. By the 10 century, Khmer architects had made so much progress that they were ready to review their past and indulge in deliberate, sophisticated archaism this temple is often called the jewel of Khmer art. Bantey Srei walls made with unusual pinks color sand stones are densely covered with some of the beautiful deep and instigate carving give it a fairyland ambiance. After visit side of the temple we will continue to Kbal Spean, It’s a 42 km trip north of Siem Reap. 30 minutes uphill trail though the tropical forest you will discover Carved on the stones of Kbal Spean river bed, the deities emerge from the water, symbolizing the liquid primordial chaos that incorporates all form of life. It is an enchanting spot and a walk in the jungle Reveals little by little, once eyes have grown accustomed to the surrounding, the vestiges of a faith…

*Local Tour Guide Services* *Explain about Cambodian Culture, life style and local way of life* *informative, Innovation and creative* *Responsible, flexible, friendly, knowledgeable, open and helpful*

This tour includes several sites that many travelers to Cambodia miss because they are off the beaten path. While Angkor Wat steals the limelight, there are many other incredible temples in the Angkor region that are spectacular and impressive in their own right. The stunning carvings along the river at Kbal Spean will leave you in awe, and Banteay Srei is one of the best examples of what the Angkor temples originally looked like when they were built. Beng Mealea, in particular, has been nearly completely reclaimed by the jungle, creating a site of haunting beauty that travelers often have to themselves during their visit. With pick-up at your accommodation and drop-off included, as well as an expert Khmer guide, an air-conditioned minibus, and chilled water, this is the perfect way to experience these lesser-visited sites. As this is a private tour, we’ll be happy to accommodate your preferred start time and tweak the itinerary as needed.

We are offered a unique private tour to exotic sites such as Kbal Spean, Banteay Srei and Banteay Sam Re to make your trip to Siem Reap Cambodia a wonderful trip one.

On this tour, you'll go to see the Lady Temple – Banteay Srei. We'll also visit Kbal Spean and the Landmine Museum. This popular tour will take you out of Siem Reap town and into Banteay Srei district. Discover the fascinating and educational Landmine Museum in Siem Reap, where you can learn about Cambodia's history with landmines and the ongoing efforts for their removal. Gain insight into the resilience of the Cambodian people and witness the inspiring stories of survivors. A must-visit for those interested in history, humanitarian efforts, and making a difference.