• Battambang Province - The tour begins in the morning at 9:00 am. I can pick you up from your hotel. After a brief introduction, we will start by exploring the city, visiting French colonial buildings, Wat Dom Rey Sor, Lok Ta Dombong Kranhung, the local market, and more.
• Wat Samrong Knong - Here, we will visit an ancient Buddhist temple built over 300 years ago, which was used as a prison during the Pol Pot regime. I will spend some time explaining the Pol Pot regime and the role of religion. You will also have the opportunity to see The Well of Shadows (killing field), where the remains of victims from the Pol Pot regime are displayed. Thousands of people were killed here. Afterward, we will spend a few hours experiencing the daily life of local villagers, including making bamboo sticky rice, which you can sample as a snack. We will then travel along a small village road to see how locals make rice paper for spring rolls and sample it as well. Next, we will visit the fish paste market (Cambodian cheese) for a short walk and then see how dried bananas are made and taste them.
• Bamboo Train Battambang - On our way to the bamboo train, we will pass through small villages, fruit farms, a local pagoda, and a suspension bridge. At the original bamboo train station, a ride on the bamboo train costs $5 per person, offering views of small villages and the countryside. Please continue reading for our next destination.
• Battambang Bat Caves - At Phnom Sampov mountain, you can either hike or take a motorbike up to see the killing cave, a large cannon, a gun, a monastery, and a stupa. The view from the top is one of the most beautiful in Battambang! After visiting the killing caves, we will wait about 5-10 minutes for millions of bats to emerge from their cave. I will share the history of Pol Pot, the killing caves, and the mountain. After the bat cave, I will drop you off at your hotel.

• Local guide
• Water and snacks
• Sampling local delicacies: bamboo sticky rice, spring rolls, dry banana
• Admission to the Killing Cave and Bats Cave
• Contribution to a local family
• Bicycle and tuk-tuk transportation with driver/guide

• Personal expenses
• Lunch
• Bamboo train tickets (5$ per person )

We offer an exclusive excursion designed to immerse visitors in authentic local perspectives. Accompanied by a congenial, certified, and knowledgeable guide, you’ll traverse the rural landscapes and noteworthy sites near Battambang for an unparalleled encounter with Cambodian daily life. We’re honored to manage your reservation and aspire to ensure your visit is unforgettable!

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