Battambang Day Trip from Siem Reap-Bamboo Train, Bats Cave and Sunset (13h)

Overview

Escape the bustle of Siem Reap on a private or small-group day trip to Battambang, a relaxed provincial town about three hours away. Visit highlights like the Angkorian-era Ek Phnom Temple, a rice paper-making factory, Psa Nat market, and colonial-era buildings. Ride the bamboo train through scenic countryside, and end the day at Phnom Sompov, watching millions of bats fly out of a cave at sunset. Includes return transfer back to your hotel in Siem Reap.

Highlight

  • Thrill as you ride a real-life bamboo train on your return from Phnom Banan
  • Learn more about Battambang from your guide as they join you in walking the city
  • No need to carry loose change: all entrance fees are covered on your tour
  • Transport to and from your hotel in Siem Reap or Phnom Penh is provided

Price Per Person in USD

1 Pax
197$

Per Person

2 Pax
119$

Per Person

3 Pax
99$

Per Person

4 Pax
89$

Per Person

5 Pax
79$

Per Person

6 Pax
79$

Per Person

7 Pax
79$

Per Person

8 Pax Plus
79$

Per Person

  • Duration 13h
  • Experienced Tour Guide English
  • Instant Confirmation
  • Free Cancellation Cancel up to 48 hours in advance
  • Mobile Voucher Accepted

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Escape the bustle of Siem Reap with a private or small-group day tour to Battambang, a charming provincial capital located about three hours away. As Cambodia’s second largest town, Battambang offers a laid-back, authentic atmosphere that remains largely untouched by mass tourism. During your visit, you’ll explore the city’s highlights, including the ancient Ek Phnom Temple from the Angkorian era, a traditional rice paper-making factory, and Psa Nat, the vibrant local market. You’ll also admire the colonial architecture of the old Governor’s residence. A ride on the famous bamboo train will take you through the picturesque countryside and rural villages, and the day ends at Phnom Sompov, where you can sit back and watch millions of bats emerge from a cave at sunset, a truly unforgettable sight. Includes return transfer back to your hotel in Siem Reap.

What's Included

  • An experienced English-speaking guide throughout the trip
  • Private AC car or minivan from start to end
  • Bamboo train ride
  • All entrance fees and tickets are included
  • Cold bottled water during tours
  • Hotel pickup and drop off

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurances
  • Foods & drinks unless specified
  • Expenditure of a personal nature
  • Tipping/gratuities (recommended)

Pickup Time

7AM

Pickup Point

Pick up from your hotel in Siem Reap

Guest Reviews

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44 reviews

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Abdul Shabbir

Taichung, Taiwan

Battambang day trip with Vantha

We had a wonderful time with Vantha! We had an authentic experience of Battambang and loved the experience. We especially enjoyed riding the bamboo train and watching the bats come out of the caves.
Written Feb 17, 2026

E G

Singapore

Battambang and Beyond

An awesome tour! Great road trip, with sights along the way. Comfortable vehicle. Rom was an excellent driver and Bunrong was a great guide. Lots of information and experiences along the way. I highly recommend this excursion!
Written Jan 31, 2026

Tamara C

Fantastic trip!

San & Phirom were phenomenal! My dad and I had a private tour around Battambang! Everything was so well timed and we never felt too rushed or bored. Top notch service and if you’re lucky to get them be ready for a full day of adventures!
Written Jan 28, 2026

ianc951

Awesome full day out.

Experienced a fantastic day out in Battambang and beyond. What a beautiful day we had, great weather all whilst being treated like close family by our wonderfully generous guides Phirom and San. The tour offers some unique and fun moments and a deeper dive into the Khmer culture. Highly recommend.
Written Jan 28, 2026

Michelle T

Hong Kong, China

Great trip to Battambang

This was an interesting full-day trip. The guide, Mr Bun Rong, was very good with information and tended to our every need. The driver, Mr Mom, was punctual and drove safely and well. We enjoyed the day.
Written Jan 01, 2026

Terry G

Minster on Sea

A great day out in Batambang thanks to Vantha.

My wife and I had the greatest day. Vantha our guide and the driver made sure we had the best trip. The itinerary was good and Vanthas expert knowledge of Cambodian history, mythology and culture made the day truly memorable. We couldn’t have been looked after any better!!
Written Dec 16, 2025

Tom G

Amazing day

I had an absolutely lovely time with Burong seeing all of the sites in Battambang. Burong was extremely knowledgeable and patiently answered all of my questions. I highly recommend using Burong for a thorough and enjoyable experience in Battambang
Written Nov 29, 2025

P M

Don’t leave Cambodia without doing this trip!

A must do trip! Excellent full day tour with experienced driver Phiron, and guide Sam. Sam was VERY knowledgable about every thing! Encouraged us to ask questions and answered every one in good detail. Both were very friendly , courteous , lprofessional and fun. Enjoyed everything with the Bats being my favourite.
Written Nov 21, 2025

Doz J

Malmesbury, UK

A great day out to Battambang!

What a great day out! San and Mr Thnou (guide and driver), met us at our hotel and took us in a great and varied day in and around Battambang. We had some lovely sticky rice from bamboo tubes enroute, then stopped off to see rice paper being made and having some delicious spring rolls (fried and non fried). A temple visit before visiting a local market and museum was quickly followed by a lovely lunch in a local cafe where the food was excellent. The bamboo train ride was great fun and all this was followed by the amazing sight of seeing millions of bats leaving their cave at dusk (they were still leaving after 20 minutes!). The service and knowledge provided by San was of the very best quality and the drivers support with plenty of cold water and refreshing towels every time we got back on the lovely bus was very much welcomed. Whilst not advertised as part of the trip, just watching the local Cambodian way of life on the route was also a positive. Definitely suggest you take this trip.
Written Nov 17, 2025

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