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Escape the typical temple routes and venture into Cambodia’s sacred highlands and water communities. This private 1-day expedition combines the mist-shrouded holy peak of Phnom Kulen—the birthplace of the Khmer Empire—with Kompong Khleang, one of the most authentic and less-visited stilted villages on Tonle Sap Lake.
Why book this experience:
• Phnom Kulen Holy Mountain: Discover the giant Reclining Buddha at Preah Ang Thom, witness sacred Hindu carvings etched into the riverbed at the River of a Thousand Lingas, and cool off with a swim at the Kulen Waterfall.
• Kompong Khleang Stilted Village: Experience life on Southeast Asia’s largest lake. Marvel at houses perched up to 10 meters on wooden stilts during the dry season, or sail through flooded streets during the monsoon.
• 100% Private & Flexible Travel: Benefit from personalized attention from your local guide, custom departure times, and door-to-door transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle with chilled water.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We are going to pick up you at the lobby of hotel where you are staying. Please give us the name and address of hotel.
Itinerary
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1Phnom Kulen National Park
Phnom Kulen National Park: The Sacred Birthplace of the Khmer Empire Venture into the lush, emerald hills of Phnom Kulen, widely revered as the sacred birthplace and spiritual heart of the ancient Khmer Empire. It was here in 802 AD that King Jayavarman II famously declared Cambodia's independence from Java, establishing the powerful Angkorian civilization. This comprehensive mountain sanctuary tour offers an extraordinary blend of nature and history. Explore the mystical River of a Thousand Lingas (Kbal Spean), where hundreds of ancient Hindu carvings lie submerged beneath shallow, flowing streams. Marvel at the breathtaking Preah Ang Thom Pagoda, home to a massive, awe-inspiring reclining Buddha carved directly into a giant sandstone boulder. Finish your journey by cooling off and relaxing beside the cascading waters of the multi-tiered Phnom Kulen Waterfalls, making this the ultimate combination of cultural discovery and natural beauty.
5 hours • Admission ticket not included -
2Kompong Khleang
Venture off the standard tourist path to explore Kompong Khleang, the most authentic, massive, and awe-inspiring stilted community on the Tonle Sap Lake. Far grander and less commercialized than other floating villages, Kompong Khleang is a self-sustaining aquatic town where homes, schools, markets, and pagodas stand on colossal wooden stilts soaring up to 10 meters high to adapt to the dramatic seasonal water fluctuations. Glide through the winding water channels on a private local boat, witness everyday life unfold on the water, and gain a profound, respectful glimpse into the resilient lifestyle of families who have thrived for generations in Cambodia's vibrant wetland heartland.
2 hours • Admission ticket not included
Additional info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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