Banteay Srei temple And kbal spean Tour


          Bonteay Srei and kbal spean in one day ..!


This itinerary covers Banteay Srei and Kbal Spean, two amazing sites located outside the main Angkor area.




1. Banteay Srei – “The Citadel of Women”

• Distance: ~37 km from Siem Reap (~45–60 min by tuk-tuk ).

• Time Needed: 1–1.5 hours to explore.

• Opening Hours: 6:00AM – 6:30 PM.

• Highlights:

• Famous for its intricate pink sandstone carvings—some of the best in Angkor.

• Dedicated to the Hindu god Shiva, built in the 10th century.

• Smaller than Angkor temples but extremely detailed. 

2. Kbal Spean – “The River of a Thousand Lingas”

• Distance: ~50 km from Siem Reap (~15 km from Banteay Srei).

• Time Needed: 2–3 hours (including the hike).

• Opening Hours: 6:00 AM – 6:30pm  Info


• 1.5 km uphill jungle trek (about 30–45 minutes each way).

• Moderate difficulty, with some steep and rocky sections.

• Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.

• Highlights:

• Ancient Hindu carvings of lingas (phallic symbols of Shiva), Vishnu, and other deities carved into the riverbed.

• Small waterfall (best in the rainy season, June–October).




Suggested Itinerary for the Day


7:30 AM – Depart from Siem Reap.

8:30 AM – 10:00 AM – Explore Banteay Srei.

10:00 AM – 10:30 AM – Travel to Kbal Spean.

10:30 AM – 12:30 PM – Hike and explore Kbal Spean.

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM – Lunch at a nearby restaurant.

1:30 PM – 3:00 PM – Return to Siem Reap (optional stop at Banteay Samre or Cambodia Landmine Museum).




Additional Tips

• Entrance Fee: Both sites are included in the Angkor Pass.

• Best Time to Visit: Morning is best for cooler weather, and the waterfall at Kbal Spean is best in the rainy season (June–Oct).

• What to Bring: Good walking shoes, sun protection, water, and a light rain jacket if visiting in the wet season .                    


   
Kbal spean 

Kbal Spean 

Bonteay Srei (Pink Temple ) 

Bonteay Srei Temple 

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