Phnom Kulen Mountain is another “Must See”. You’ll have to take a motorbike or a car up the mountain though, a Tuk Tuk can not make the journey up the bumpy mountainside roads. Once up the mountain you can drink from one of the most pure water springs on earth and play in a massive waterfall!
Tour Highlights:
- Journey through the Cambodian countryside
- Phnom Kulen Mountain
Tour Walkthrough:
When you arrive at Phnom Kulen, take your time to walk slowly through the local market strip and bargain with the local sellers. Once you have browsed to your heart’s content, walk up a long set of stairs towards a local pagoda. Once you have caught your breath at the top, visit a reclining Buddha made from sandstone; the biggest of its kind in Cambodia. You can take in the views of Cambodia’s lush forests and jungles whilst on top, then casually walk around the pagoda, taking in all the detail.
Next, eat lunch at a local restaurant and taste the tantalizing flavours that Cambodian food has to offer. You will want to rest before continuing your journey, so be sure to sit by the river and watch as locals picnic on the banks and have fun in the water. Once you are energised, take a walk to the waterfalls of Phnom Kulen and plunge into the refreshing water. Be sure to bring a change of clothes, as it is customary to frolic in the water fully clothed in Cambodia. Once you are ready to leave (though we doubt you will want to), head back to your tuk-tuk and sleep on the journey home.
Estimated Tour Time:
Full-day
Tour Includes:
Hotel Pickup; Transport to and from Phnom Kulen, a cold bottle of water and fresh fruit.
Tour Excludes:
Phnom Kulen entry fee ($20 USD)
Tour Cost:
Car $65
Optional to add Meng Mealea *link*
Banteay Srei
This tour out of the Angkor Archaeological Park gives you a view of real Cambodian life. Charge your camera as the scenery is gorgeous.
Tour Highlights:
- Journey through the Cambodian countryside
- Banteay Srei Temple
Tour Walkthrough: Sit back and relax on the spectacular one-hour ride through the Cambodian countryside. Once you arrive at Banteay Srei, take your time walking through the art exhibition on the history of the temple and its restoration. Stroll past the lotus pond and let your journey take you to the marvellous temple that is cut from stone of a pinkish hue. Explore the divine carvings that date back to the 10th century, and take in the beauty of this temple that was said to have been built by women. Once you are finished your tour, head to a nearby restaurant and chow down on some traditional Khmer food before your ride back to your hotel.
Estimated Tour Time: Four hours
Tour Includes:
Hotel Pickup And Drop Off, Transport To The Banteay Srei, A Fresh Cold Coconut
Tour Excludes:
Angkor Archaeological Park entry fee ($37 USD)
Meals
Suggestions:
Wear Comfortable Sandals Or Shoes Such As Keen Or Teva
$20-$50 For Meals, Extra Water, Souvenirs Etc.
Tour Cost:
Tuk Tuk $25 USD
*Add Banteay Samré $35 USD
*Add Kabal Spean $40 USD
Car $40 USD
*Add Banteay Samré $40 USD
*Add Kabal Spean $50 USD