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Kulen Mountain, Beng Mealea and Ancient Quarry Private Tour
Product code 257096P35
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From USD 85
Dates
Apr 18, 2025 to Dec 31, 2028
Start times
9:00 AM, 8:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM
Travelers
Infant ages 0-5, Child ages 6-11, Youth ages 12-17, Adult ages 18-99
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Koulen Mountain, Beng Mealea & Ancient Quarry Private Tour, Koulen, Beng Mealea & tickets
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Duration
7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Phnom Penh
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Kulen Mountain, Beng Mealea and Ancient Quarry Private Tour





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Duration
7 hours
Ticket type
Mobile Only
Languages
English
Confirmation
Instant
Pickup
Pickup details available
Time zone
Asia/Phnom Penh
Why Travelers Love This
Drive north through the countryside to Kulen Mountain. First, visit the Ta Kho Cliff. Next, visit the Buddhist Pagoda, and observe people praying. Wander through the temple and climb up to view the Giant Reclining Buddha statue. Spend 15 minutes trekking through the village to the waterfall. There, you may want to swim and relax. Move to the River of a Thousand Siva Lingas, spend 30 minutes walking along the riverbank, and view hundreds of Siva Lingas carved into the sandstone riverbed. Then, take a 1-hour drive to explore the fascinating Beng Mealea temple. With your expert guide, enter the temple from the West Gate, walk through the jungle path to the central temple, and creep around the sanctuary to view the trees overgrown on the towers and galleries. Venture deep into the central and up to the upper terraces of this truly great temple. If time permits, the guide will take you to the ancient quarry.
Overview
Drive north through the countryside to Kulen Mountain. First, visit the Ta Kho Cliff. Next, visit the Buddhist Pagoda, and observe people praying. Wander through the temple and climb up to view the Giant Reclining Buddha statue. Spend 15 minutes trekking through the village to the waterfall. There, you may want to swim and relax. Move to the River of a Thousand Siva Lingas, spend 30 minutes walking along the riverbank, and view hundreds of Siva Lingas carved into the sandstone riverbed. Then, take a 1-hour drive to explore the fascinating Beng Mealea temple. With your expert guide, enter the temple from the West Gate, walk through the jungle path to the central temple, and creep around the sanctuary to view the trees overgrown on the towers and galleries. Venture deep into the central and up to the upper terraces of this truly great temple. If time permits, the guide will take you to the ancient quarry.
What's Included
Included
Bottle of drinking water
Air conditioned Vehicle
English Speaking Tour Guide
Not included
Meals
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup details
Itinerary
Stop 1
30 minutesAdmission included
Stop 1
The “Amazing Cliff” viewpoint on Phnom Kulen certainly lives up to its name. The alien landscape formed by the smooth orange rock formations contrasts strongly with the green of the surrounding jungle
Stop 2
40 minutesAdmission included
Stop 2
Visit the River of 1000 Lingas, you will see hundreds of lingas carved into the sandstone river-bed. It is said that King JayavaramanII bathed in these waters and believed that the waters were holy.
Stop 3
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 3
Phnom Kulen has major symbolic importance for Cambodia as the birthplace of the ancient Khmer Empire, for it was at Phnom Kulen that King Jayavarma II proclaimed independence from Java in 802 AD. Half an hour drive to the summit of the Koulen Mountain. Visit the 16th century Buddist Temple (Phra Ang Tho), and it was here that King Jayavaraman II declared independence from Java in 802AD
Stop 4
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 4
Kulen water Falls, located in Phnom Kulen National Park in Cambodia, Surrounded by lush greenery, the waterfall cascades into a clear pool, It’s also a sacred site, often visited for its spiritual significance. The serene atmosphere and scenic beauty make Kulen Falls a great spot for nature lovers
Stop 5
1 hourAdmission included
Stop 5
Visit the most interesting temple outside the Angkor area, King Suryavarman II’s the 11th century Beng Mealea temple – a prototype for the more famous Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea Temple stands almost forgotten in the jungle and getting to the site is quite an adventure in itself. It was isolated during Cambodia’s civil war. It is the largest temple outside the main Angkor complex and in places it is remarkably intact, but in other places it is utterly destroyed; tree roots envelop many of the temple walls and doorways. The atmosphere here is eerie but a welcome contrast to the more visited temples closer to Angkor Wat. Beng Mealea shares many characteristics with Angkor Wat, but on a smaller scale. It has three encircling galleries, the same four gates and entrances, and a pair of interior libraries. It differs from Angkor Wat in having only one central tower instead of the famous five towers of Angkor Wat
Stop 6
40 minutesAdmission included
Stop 6
The Place where Khmer people cut the stone to build Angkor Wat. You will see hundreds piece of stones was cut and left there since in the 12th century. The Tour Guide will explain you how the Stone is cut and how ancient people transported them to build Angkor Wat.
Additional Info
Public Transportation Nearby
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infant Seats Available
Specialized infant seats are available
Physical Easy
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Policy type
Standard
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Refund eligibility
100% refundable 1+ days before
Refund eligibility
0% refundable 0-1 days before
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