Private Sambor Preikuk & Spean Praptos Guided Tour
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.
Options
Private MiniBus(Upto 8 Guests)
Private MiniBus(Upto 8 Guests)
Pickup included
What's included in Private Sambor Preikuk & Spean Praptos Guided Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Asia Voyage TourPass-by Only
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.
Spean Praptos
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.
Sambor Prei Kuk
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.
Inclusions
- Professional English-speaking guide
- Cold towels
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Bottled water
- Private transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- 12 hour tour of Sambor Prei Kuk and Spean Praptos
- Food and Drinks
- Temple entrance fees (USD10 per temple per person)
- Gratuities
- 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
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
Choose to be picked up from a list of locations
Please arrive at the pick up point 15 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
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.
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Ticket Redemption
• Be sure that you give us your hotel details • Be sure to be ready for pickup at 5:00am • Be sure to dress appropriately • Be sure to bring your camera • Be sure to bring cash for your tickets
