Angkor et Kulen

7:30 AM – Departure from Siem Reap Meet our guide and driver at your hotel reception. The guide will tailor this day's visits to suit your time and preferences. Hike through the lush rainforest of Phnom Kulen National Park on this excursion from Siem Reap. Walk to Preah Ang Thom Temple, admire the Valley of a Thousand Lingams, and bathe under a waterfall. What to see and do? 🔹 Arrival and start of the hike • Gradual climb through the lush jungle. • Your guide will explain the flora, fauna, and history of the site. 🔹 Discovery of the River of a Thousand Lingams • Explore this sacred site where sculptures of Hindu deities are carved into the riverbed. • Time for photos and a moment of contemplation. 🔹 Visit the Reclining Buddha of Preah Ang Thom • Climb to the temple, home to a giant reclining Buddha statue carved into the rock. • Panoramic view of the surrounding jungle. 🔹 Local Lunch Break • Lunch at a local restaurant (Khmer specialties: Amok, Lok Lak, noodle soup). To be seen on site with your guide! • Free time to rest or explore the surrounding area. 🔹 Hike to Phnom Kulen Waterfall • Descent to the famous sacred waterfall, a place for swimming and relaxation. • Opportunity to bathe in its refreshing waters. 🔹 Return to the park entrance • Hike through the jungle with new perspectives on the site. • Stops along the way to observe rock formations and hidden viewpoints. On the way back, continue your journey to the magnificent Banteay Srei Temple, the Citadel of Women, famous for its exceptionally fine pink sandstone sculptures. If time permits, you can also explore Banteay Samre Temple, a lesser-known architectural gem. Overnight stay in Siem Reap