3-Day Battambang Tour from Siem Reap with Bat Cave and Bamboo Train

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Explore the laid-back town of Battambang
• 02 Visit the ancient Angkorian temple of Wat Ek Phnom
• 03 Witness thousands of bats emerging from Phnom Sampov's famous bat cave
• 04 Ride Battambang's popular Bamboo train
• 05 Stop at the Angkor Silk Farm to learn about fine Khmer silk production

Explore the fascinating, laid-back town of Battambang on a 3-day journey from Siem Reap. Visit the ancient Angkorian temple of Wat Ek Phnom, enjoy views over the surrounding countryside, stroll along the Sangke River, and see the Battambang museum. Continue to Phnom Sampov to witness the famous bat cave and ride the popular Bamboo train before returning to Siem Reap with a stop at the Angkor Silk Farm to learn about fine Khmer silk production.

As evening approaches, thousands of bats leave the cave and venture out into the night to feed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

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

1

Day 01

Siem Reap to Battambang and Wat Ek Phnom

• This 3-day tour takes you to Battambang, Cambodia's second-largest city. But don't let that fool you - it is hardly a city and feels more like a laid-back provincial town, famous for its music and fruit production.
• On the first day, you'll leave Siem Reap and begin the 3- to 4-hour drive to Battambang.
• Upon arrival, you'll go directly to visit Wat Ek Phnom, an ancient Angkorian temple located on top of Ek Phnom Mountain. This 11th-century Hindu temple offers stunning views of the farms surrounding Battambang.
• In the evening, you'll visit the museum and take a stroll along the Sangke River, which runs through the town.

2

Day 02

Phnom Sampov, Bat Cave, and Bamboo Train

• On the second day, you'll head out to see Phnom Sampoeu, where you'll visit the famous bat cave.
• As evening approaches, thousands of bats leave the cave and venture out into the night to feed.
• You'll also take a ride on the popular Bamboo train.

3

Day 03

Return to Siem Reap via Angkor Silk Farm

• On the third day, you'll head back to Siem Reap, stopping at the Angkor Silk Farm along the way.
• Here, you can learn about the production of fine Khmer silk.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
• Experienced English-speaking guide
• Air-conditioned vehicle
• Bamboo train trip
• Cool water and towels

What's Not Included

• Entrance fee (allow US$10.00 per person)
• Meals
• Accommodation
• Tipping and personal expenses
• All expenses not mentioned above

What to bring

• Camera
• Suitable walking shoes
• Mosquito repellent lotion

Know before you go

• Ask your hotel to prepare a breakfast box. If your hotel breakfast is included, this is usually provided at no extra cost.
• You must cover your shoulders and knees when entering the temples.
• You must always keep your entrance ticket with you.
• Entrance tickets are non-transferable.
• We also recommend that you take an umbrella or raincoat during the rainy season - May to October.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, Khum, Preah Sihanouk Avenue, Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

Tour start

Krong Siem Reap, Cambodia

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.