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Battambang Highlights, Bamboo Train & Bat Cave Private Tour

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Battambang Highlights, Bamboo Train & Bat Cave Private Tour

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Battambang Highlights, Bamboo Train & Bat Cave Private Tour

Duration: 9 hours
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USD 305.22

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Highlights

Discover the charm of Battambang, Cambodia’s cultural capital and agricultural heartland, on an exclusive private day trip from Siem Reap. Renowned for its well-preserved French colonial architecture, ancient hilltop temples, and lush rural landscapes, Battambang offers a fascinating contrast to the bustling temple complexes of Angkor.
Guided by an expert local host, take an exhilarating ride through the countryside on the iconic Bamboo Train (Norry), explore the 11th-century ruins of Wat Banan with panoramic views over the rice paddies, and learn about local life with stops at agricultural plantations. End your journey at the famous Phnom Sampov Bat Caves, where millions of bats take flight into the twilight sky in a breathtaking natural spectacle. Enjoy private air-conditioned vehicle transfers, seamless hotel pickup, and a flexible itinerary tailored to your pace.

Itinerary

  • Battambang Province

    6 hoursAdmission Ticket Free
    Following morning pickup at your hotel in Siem Reap, embark on a scenic private drive to Battambang province, known as the "Rice Bowl" of Cambodia. Upon arrival, take a thrilling ride on the famous Bamboo Train, navigating rural tracks through emerald farmland. Drive through Battambang city center to admire French colonial Shophouse facades before pausing for lunch at a local restaurant. Continue through agricultural countryside, stopping at local orange orchards en route to Wat Banan, an 11th-century hilltop temple complex offering expansive 360-degree views of the province. Conclude your tour at the base of Phnom Sampov to witness the dusk flight of millions of bats leaving their cave, before relaxing on your private transfer back to your hotel in Siem Reap.
  • Battambang Central Market

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Phsar Nat (Psar Nat Market) Located in the heart of Battambang, Phsar Nat ("Meeting Market") is the city's main central market and a iconic landmark of Art Deco architecture from the French colonial era. Built in the 1930s, this vibrant local hub offers an authentic glimpse into daily Cambodian life. Stroll through bustling aisles filled with fresh produce, regional spices, street food, and local handicrafts while admiring the building's distinctive vintage facade.
  • White Elephant Pagoda (Wat Tahm-rai-saw)

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Included
    White Elephant Pagoda located in the heart of Battambang, Wat Tahm-rai-saw (commonly known as the White Elephant Pagoda) is a historic 19th-century Buddhist temple famous for its striking statues of albino elephants guarding its entryway. Built during the period of Thai administration in Battambang, this peaceful active monastery showcases a vibrant blend of classical Khmer and Thai architectural styles. Explore its beautifully decorated shrine hall, ornate stupas, and vibrant wall paintings depicting Buddha's life while experiencing authentic local religious traditions.
  • Bamboo Train Ou Srauo Laou

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Experience one of Cambodia's most iconic and unique rides aboard the famous Bamboo Train (locally known as a Norry). Consisting of a simple bamboo platform powered by a small motor on railway tracks, this open-air ride takes you gliding through emerald rice paddies and scenic farmland surrounding Battambang. Along the way, enjoy cool countryside breezes and witness local ingenuity firsthand—including the famous tradition of dismantling lighter carts when two trains meet on the single track!
  • Battambang Bat Caves

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Battambang Bat Caves located at the base of Phnom Sampov mountain, the Battambang Bat Caves are home to millions of Asian wrinkle-lipped bats. Every evening around dusk, visitors gather to witness a spectacular natural phenomenon as a continuous, ribbon-like swarm of millions of bats emerges from the cave mouth and streams across the twilight sky over the surrounding rice paddies. Driver back to Siem Reap.

What's included

INCLUDED

Private Tour Guide
hotel pick up & drop off
Private Transportation
Pure Drinking Water
Travel Insurance

NOT INCLUDED

Temple Tickets pay onsite
Bamboo Train pay onsite
Food & Drinks

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Additional information

Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Location

Provider

Tour Guide-Siem Reap

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