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Discover the rarely visited remains of the Sambor Prei Kuk complex and the ancient bridge at Spean Praptos.
Sambor Prei Kuk was once the second capital of the Chenla Kingdom (late 6th to 9th century), then known as Isanapura. The buildings are characteristic of the Pre-Angkorean period with a simple external plan. The principal material is brick, but sandstone is also used for certain structures. Architectural features include numerous prasats, octagonal towers, shiva lingams and yonis, ponds and reservoirs, and lion sculptures. Sambor Prei Kuk is located amidst mature sub-tropical forests with limited undergrowth.
Spean Praptos was once the longest corbeled stone-arch bridge in the world. The bridge was built in the 12th century during the reign of King Jayavarman VII. It is one of the few Khmer empire era bridges to have survived to the modern day.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Hotel pick-up is offered for this tour. Ensure you inform us of your hotel details. You should be ready at 7:00am in the hotel lobby. If you have not been picked up by 7:30am, ask your receptionist to call us. Note: if you booked within 24 hours of the tour/activity departure time, we cannot guarantee hotel pick-up.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
The tour starts at 5:00am. We pickup guests from their hotel. Guests can bring a packed breakfast to eat along the way or we can stop at a restaurant along the way. The same goes for lunch.
Admission ticket free -
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An hours drive down route #6, on the way to Phnom Penh, brings us to Spean Praptos. Also known as Kampong Kdei Bridge, it was once the longest corbeled stone-arch bridge in the world, with more than twenty narrow arches spanning 285 ft (87m). The bridge was built in the 12th century during the reign of King Jayavarman VII. It is one of the few Khmer empire era bridges to have survived to the modern day.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
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Continuing the 167 km drive from Siem Reap to Kompong Thom province, we arrive at Sambor Prei Kuk (about another 2.5 hours later). The now ruined complex dates back to the Pre-Angkorian Chenla Kingdom (late 6th to 9th century). The temples were built as a central royal sanctuary the second capital of the Khmer Empire. They were built in the 7th Century by King Isanvarman I, then known as Isanapura.
5 hours • Admission ticket not included -
(Pass by)
Settle down for a long drive back to town, arriving at around 5pm.
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It's a good idea to bring sun-protection and insect repellent
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Additional info
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It's a good idea to bring sun-protection and insect repellent
- Due to uneven surfaces, tour is not advised for people with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Dress code is smart and casual. But please respect the ancient religious grounds. Shoulders should be covered, Wear trousers or knee-length pants or skirts. Wear comfortable walking shoes.
- Please do NOT climb on the ancient monuments
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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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.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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