Battambang Discovery: 3-Day Journey from Siem Reap
On this tour, we’ll explore the fascinating and laid back city of Battambang. On the first day, we’ll leave Siem Reap and drive to Battambang. After, we’ve arrived, we’ll head to Ek Phnom, a temple located on top of a mountain. At the top, you can see stunning views of the surrounding province and Battambang city. In the evening, we’ll take a walk along the Sangke river and visit the Battambang museum. On the second day, we’ll visit Phnom Sampov and take a bamboo train ride.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
At your hotel
[DAY 1] Overland from Siem Reap to Battambang with local guide and driver private tour
This three day tour will take you to Battambang which is Cambodia’s second largest city. But don’t let that fool you, this is hardly a city and more of a laid back provincial town famous for it’s music and fruit production. On the first day, we’ll leave Siem Reap and start the 3 or 4 hour drive to Battambang. When we arrive, we’ll go directly to visit Wat Ek Phnom which is an ancient Angkorian temple located on the top of Ek Phnom Mountain. This 11th century Hindu temple offers stunning views of the farms surrounding Battambang. We spend there around two hours.
Arrive in town and check-in to your hotel and relax
Cost of the accommodation is on your own account but we are pleased to reserve it for you if you need assistance.
Battambang city tour
In the evening, we’ll pick you up and leisurely walk along the Sange River to eye witness the French's era architecture houses, market (Psa Nath), bank, post office as well as government house that still using now a day and most of them are located along the Sange River. We'll also go to see the museum and take a stroll along the Sangke River which runs through the town till late evening. We'll take you to have dinner at a local restaurant before returning back to your hotel.
[DAY 2] Battambang tour
On the second day, We’ll first take a ride on the popular Bamboo train to see the nearby countryside scenery landscape. Greenery rice field along the road in rainy season from May to October. We then move to Phnom Bannan, is one of the best preserved temples in Battambang province. This temple was built in 11th century by king Udayadityavarman II. On the way returning to town we'll make a last stop at a local winery to test and buy some for souvenir.
Lunch break at a local restaurant (on your own account)
We'll take you to have lunch at a local restaurant before returning back to your hotel for relax.
Phnom Sampoeu and bats cave
We’ll head out to see Phnom Sampoeu, it is a natural site located along National Road 57 in Sampeou Commune, Battambang district, about 12Kilometers of Battambang city. During Khmer rouge regime, they executed thousands of people on Phnom Sampeou, and many were thrown through the roof of one of the caves and left to die in the cold and dark. Some of the bones left in the cave can be found in a cage, others are piled near the walkway. In the late evening, you’ll see the famous bat cave. As the evening approaches, 1000s of bats leave the cave to venture out into the night to feed. We'll spend there around three hours.
[DAY 3] Over land transfer from Battambang to Siem Reap
On the third day, we’ll head back to Siem Reap where we will stop at the Angkor Silk Farm. Here, you can learn about the production of fine Khmer silk. We'll be back and drop you off at your hotel around 12:00 noon.
At your hotel (Siem Reap)
Ending Point
At your hotel
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Inclusions & Exclusions
- Pick up & drop off from / at your hotel
- Experienced English speaking guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
(TOYOTA-Highlander 2002 is used for 1 to 2 passengers and Starex 2008 is used for 3 to 8 passengers. We also have other types of vehicle depends on number of passengers booking.)
- Bamboo train trip
- Cool water and towels
x Entrance Fee (allow US$6.00 per person)
x Meals
x Accommodation
x Tipping and personal expenses
x All expenses are not mentioned as above
Tour Important Information
This tour is designed for traveler who keen to know well about Cambodian culture out off Angkor complex. We also recommend that you take an umbrella or raincoat during the rainy season – May to October.
Important message from the supplier
Available a whole week
Car arrangement: TOYOTA-Highlander 2002 is used for 1 to 2 passengers and Starex 2008 is used for 3 to 8 passengers. We also have other types of vehicle depends on number of passengers booking.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
About Tour Guide Rahm K.
Welcome to the Kingdom of Wonder, Cambodia!
Our guide team “serves you from the heart and NOT from the hand” and is one of the best inbound tour operators which are specialized in tours of Cambodia, in particular in Siem Reap, the Angkor complex and other destinations around Cambodia.
We offer private tours, shared tours, and customized tours – we can arrange anything you need us to during your stay in Cambodia. With our years of experience, we have served tourists from all over the world with our passion and willing to give our guests the best stay possible in the Kingdom of Cambodia.
Cambodia has a rich history of ancient temples and they are mainly located around Siem Reap, but there are temples all over the country. Many of them are more than a thousand years old. Some temples have been listed into the World Heritage Site such as Angkor Wat, Preah Vihear, and recently “Sambor Prei Kuk” in Kampong Thom.
However, a visit to Cambodia is not only temples. You are also welcomed by friendly local people, experience the daily life on floating villages of the Tonle Sap, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia.
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