Cambodia · Archaeology

1-Day Battambang Tour with Phnom Banan and Phnom Sampeou

1 Day Round trip from Krong Battambang Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Visit the 11th-century Angkorian ruins on Phnom Banan
02 Ride the bamboo train through Battambang's surrounding countryside
03 Explore Phnom Sampeou with Wat Sampeou and the Killing Caves
04 Witness Asian wrinkle-lipped bats emerging from the bat cave at dusk

Marvel at hilltop temples, idyllic villages, and old caves on the outskirts of Battambang. This full-day experience combines the 11th-century Angkorian ruins of Phnom Banan, a ride on the bamboo train through the countryside, and a visit to Phnom Sampeou limestone mountain with its pagoda, Killing Caves, and bat cave. Along the way, discover local communities and rice fields for a deeper glimpse of rural Cambodia.

Go up to Phnom Banan, a mountain-top site with 11th-century Angkorian ruins consisting of five temple structures.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Battambang, Siem Reap

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Battambang, Phnom Banan, and Phnom Sampeou Discovery

Travel to Battambang city with your Siem Reap tour guide and visit the local community and rice fields on your way to the city.
Go up to Phnom Banan, a mountain-top site with 11th-century Angkorian ruins consisting of five temple structures. At the base of the mountain, see an active pagoda that is more than 150 years old.
Proceed to experience the bamboo train (Norrie) ride and take in the surrounding countryside.
Savour an authentic lunch at a local restaurant.
Visit Phnom Sampeou limestone mountain with Wat Sampeou and the Killing Caves, a Khmer Rouge execution site.
Go to the bat cave to witness Asian wrinkle-lipped bats coming out of the cave before going for dinner.