Siem Reap: Battambang Day Trip with French Tour Guide
ID: GYG1056765-1624618
Category:
Country: Cambodia
Duration:
1 days
Description
Explore Battambang on a day trip from Siem Reap. Ride the Bamboo Train, visit ancient temples, and witness the bat cave sunset at Phnom Sampov.
Begin your journey with hotel pickup in Siem Reap, followed by a scenic 3–4 hour drive (164 km) to Battambang. Upon arrival, kick off your adventure with a ride on the famous Bamboo Train, a fun and unique experience that takes you through the countryside to Ta Prohm Krong Koh.
Next, visit the ancient Wat Ek Phnom, an 11th-century temple surrounded by rural charm. Continue into Battambang city to explore the lively local market, where you can see daily life and shop for local goods.
After a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant, head to Wat Banan, a 12th-century hilltop temple offering panoramic views. End your day at Phnom Sampov, where you’ll witness the unforgettable bat cave sunset as thousands of bats soar into the sky. After sunset, return comfortably to Siem Reap.
Highlights
- Feel the thrill of riding the famous Bamboo Train through the countryside
- Explore the ancient Wat Ek Phnom, an 11th-century temple in Battambang
- Visit Wat Banan, a 12th-century hilltop temple with panoramic views
- Witness the unforgettable bat cave sunset at Phnom Sampov
- Enjoy a relaxing lunch at a local restaurant in Battambang
Guiding languages
INCLUDED
- Hotel pickup in Siem Reap
- Scenic drive to Battambang
- Bamboo Train ride
- Visit to Wat Ek Phnom
- Visit to Battambang local market
- Lunch at a local restaurant
- Visit to Wat Banan
- Visit to Phnom Sampov
- Return to Siem Reap
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
