Battambang Tour from Siem Reap - Bamboo Train, Killing Cave and Sunset

Battambang Tour from Siem Reap - Bamboo Train, Killing Cave and Sunset

  • Duration Full Day
  • Travel Location Battambang
  • Tour Style Day Trip Tours
  • Destination Included

    Siem Reap - Battambang

Tour Highlights

Battambang is one of Cambodia’s most under rated destinations. Located 3 hours to the south of Siem Reap, this is a stunning countryside destination in an area known as the ‘rice bowl’ of the country. You will travel from Siem Reap to Battambang in a private air-conditioned car or van and then switch to a tuk tuk for your day tour. 
Your day tour will begin with a village visit, driving a little off-road to see the fishing village, local plantations and including a ride on the Bamboo Train. From here your guide will take you on to Wat Banan temple, climbing all 365 stairs to reach the temple plateau, followed by a stop at the infamous Killing Caves. 
Your last stop for the day is Phnom Sampeav, famed for its bat caves. Your guide will take you to his secret mountain spot where you will have a short climb to the top. As the sun sets, watch the millions of bats fly out for their evening meal before returning to Siem Reap.

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What to Expect

Itinerary
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Stop At: Bamboo Train Battambang

Take a ride on the traditional Bamboo Train, a bamboo platform laid over 2 sets of wheels on a single track. In the old days this was used to transport goods between Battambang and Phnom Penh and was a typical mode of transport for farmers and villagers. Today, it takes you through the beautiful countryside to a little village you can explore on foot before returning to your starting point. 
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Wat Banan Temple, Battambang, Battambang Province

Climb the 365 stairs to marvel at Wat Banan, an Angkor era temple which sits on top of a hill close to the Sanker river. Banan is seldom frequented by tourists and outside of Cambodian holidays it is likely that you may be the only visitor.
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: The Killing Cave

The Killing Caves of Phnom Sampeau (also known as Phnom Sampov) are a place of beauty, turned tragedy, turned beauty once more. Take a truck up the steep incline to the starting point and descend into the cave with your guide, who will brings the tragic history of this place to life. Stop along the way to experience the stunning views across the valley below. 
Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Phnom Sampeau, Battambang, Battambang Province

Scale the side of a mountain leading to the 'secret bat cave' just before sunset where you will sit atop the mountain waiting for the millions of bats located inside the cave to awake. Marvel as this seemingly never-ending stream of fruit bats fly out of the cave and off into the countryside for their evening meal. 
Duration: 1 hour

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Tour Includes

  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Entry Fees
  • Entry/Admission - Bamboo Train Battambang
  • Entry/Admission - Wat Banan Temple
  • Entry/Admission - The Killing Cave
  • Entry/Admission - Phnom Sampeau

Tour Excludes

  • Gratuities
  • Personal Expenses
  • Tips
 

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