Overview
After concluding your Battambang exploration, the return journey to Siem Reap offers a peaceful time to reflect on the day's adventures. Your private driver will ensure a stress-free trip back, navigating the 165-kilometer route as the sun begins to set over the Cambodian landscape. Whether you spent the day on the Bamboo Train or exploring colonial architecture, the 3-hour return drive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle is the perfect way to unwind. You can enjoy the changing colors of the rural countryside one last time before arriving safely back at your hotel in Siem Reap.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Air-Conditioned Car
- Local meal (lunch)
- Hotel Pickup and Drop Off
- Drinking Water and Cold Towels
- Local English Speaking Tour guide
What's Not Included
- Temple fee
- Travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Bamboo Train Battambang
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
Your journey begins with a convenient hotel pick-up, followed by a smooth and scenic drive through the heart of the Cambodian countryside. The trip typically takes about 3 hours via National Road 6 and National Road 5, covering approximately 165 kilometers of well-maintained roads. As you leave the temple town of Siem Reap behind, you will pass through charming rural villages, vast emerald rice paddies, and vibrant local markets. Traveling by private car provides the ultimate flexibility, allowing you to stop for photos or a refreshing iced coffee whenever you like. It is a comfortable, air-conditioned transition from the ancient wonders of Angkor to the colonial charm and creative spirit of Battambang.
Stop 2
The name literally means loss of stick referring to a legend of Preah Bat Dambang Kranhoung (Kranhoung Stick King). Most people called Lok Ta Dambong Kra Nhoung.
Stop 3
You will have experience with bamboo train. The track is about 8km long and runs through the Cambodian country side. You can visit local village store and you can buy them some souvenir if you want to support their economy.
Stop 4
Wat Banan is located some 25 km south of Battambang City, has been likened to a smaller version of the more imposing Angkor Wat.
Stop 5
Visit Phnom Sapeuv and watching the bats in the evening time and then come back to Siem Reap city.
Stop 6
After concluding your Battambang exploration, the return journey to Siem Reap offers a peaceful time to reflect on the day's adventures. Your private driver will ensure a stress-free trip back, navigating the 165-kilometer route as the sun begins to set over the Cambodian landscape. Whether you spent the day on the Bamboo Train or exploring colonial architecture, the 3-hour return drive in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle is the perfect way to unwind. You can enjoy the changing colors of the rural countryside one last time before arriving safely back at your hotel in Siem Reap.
Important Information
- 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
- Comfortable walking shoes are recommended.
- You are advised not to bring valuables with you on the tour.
- You must cover your knees and shoulders when entering the temples.