Siem Reap - Battambang Round Trip

Itinerary Details

Day 1 - Siem Reap - Airport transfer

Upon arriving Siem Reap Airport, you will be welcomed by our tour guide and will assist you to your hotel for checking in and the rest of the day you are free at leisure.
Overnight in Siem Reap

Day 2 - Siem Reap - Explore Angkor complex the Unesco world heritage site

Explore Angkor complex the Unesco world heritage site
Early set out to explore the ancient ruin by driving through the jungle of Angkor national park with the first stop at Ta Phrom temple also known as Tomb Raider from which the Tomb Raider was filmed there. The temple was constructed during the reign of Jayavaraman 7th and commemorated to his father in 1186 AD. Ta Phrom is the most picturesque temple with many large trees overgrown hanging its roots through the cracks and gaps of the building. This site was once the resident of over twelve thousand people included high ranking monks, official and assistants. We continue to Angkor Thom city which was the largest and the last capital city under the ruler Jayavarman 7th. The city itself is enclosed by the laterite wall 12 square kms in perimeters and surrounded by moat that would probably inhabitted by crocodiles to protect the city. There are five entry gates with causeways flanked by statues of 54 gods and 54 demons holding Naga whereas the the gate itself are topped with the gigantic living Buddha faces. Keep cycling inward until you get to the leper king terrace and elephant terrace then continue to Bayon, the main temple in this city. This 12th century master piece is well-known for it grandeur towers decorated with enigmatic faces of Lokesvara and other gods. The temple once was housed a 3.6 meter tall seated Buddha statue. We then explore Angkor Wat which the is the 8th Wonder of the world.
Enter the finest and largest temple from the causeway through the moat until you get to an edge of one of the ancient library pools which is the best spot for taking the photo of the building and its stunning reflection on the water before hopping into the interior of the main Temple, creeping along apart of hoary cloistered corridors then crawling up a steep stair after viewing some of the magnificent bas reliefs stretching along the galleries. And hearing your local expert deciphered the myriad of myths and stories behind it. After exploring this main structure, we head back to town for our little late lunch.
The rest of the day is free at leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap

Day 3 - Siem Reap - Banteay Srei the Citadel of Women

Set out a bit early start to get to Banteay Srei another ruin built in 967 ad Shiva temple which was rediscovered by French, Captain Marec in 1914 and the site was cleared in 1924. The first restoration work was implemented in 1931 to 1936, implied another restoration in 1952 to 1972 and the last one 2002 to 2008. Banteay Srei meant Citadel of women which is the jewel of Khmer art made from the reddish and pinkish sandstone with so many intricately carvings and reliefs made this one unique among the Khmer architecture. Some statues are on display at the national museum in Phnom Penh.
After, we move on to Beng Mealea by driving along the foot of Kulen mountain where the Khmer empire began. It was built as Hindu temple and would probably was completed by Jayavarman 7th    in late 12th century. Its primary material is sandstone where the quarry site is only several kilometers away and the building itself is largely unrestored with many trees, vines and some thick brush thriving amidst its collapsing tower, courtyards and walkways of which many of its stones lying in a huge heap.
After early dinner we enjoy the circus show which is fun and has no animal involve. It is a kind of mixed music, dancing, joggling, contortion…etc. The Circus is known as Phar Ponleou Selpak, is an NGO based in Battambang was founded in 1994 by a refugee with a mission to provide artistic straining to poor young Cambodians. This Organization also provides formal education from elementary to Senior high school for underprivileged children. Over 1000 students are empowered every year through their schools and programs such as: performing, visual and applied art leisure classes and vocational training aid children and young adults to develop their activities, communication and concentration skills and to access a sustainable artistic career whist preserving and promoting Cambodian art and culture. Overnight in Siem Reap

Day 4 - Siem Reap - Stilted House Village Tour

We drive to Kampong Pluk which is located about an hour and thirty minutes away on the Shore of the Tonle Sap lake, the largest fresh water lake in southeast Asia with it tremendously size changing depends on the season as normally it swells up to five times during the wet season. Upon arriving the dock, we take the local comfortable boat through the lake flood plain and the flooded forests, over the paddy field and into the villages and Buddhist temple. Most of people there earn the living by fishing, farming and hosting tourists. Kampong Pluk is home to more than 1000 families, many of whom have been living there for generations. Visiting this community you definitely will experience the real Cambodia and gain insight into daily life of the locals. In the afternoon is free at leisure. Overnight in Siem Reap

Day 5 - Siem Reap to Battambang

Today we depart early for Battambang stopping the National silk farm where you will have opportunity to learn how silk are produced.
After another stop for rest room then we head straight to Battambang
Battambang is the second largest city in Cambodia, the most fertile province in the country and also known as the rice bowl in Cambodia which most of our rice are produced here. The city itself was established since 11th century and today almost 80% of the town buildings are from the colonial time. Battanbang is located by the Sangke River, a quiet and small river that winds its way through.
Overnight in Battambang

Day 6 - Explore Battambang 

Today we begin our tour to the bamboo train station for experiencing the ride. Bamboo train is being used as a form of transportation for the locals, then head to the fish paste market and rice paper village. After lunch break with some rest, we continue to Phnom Sampov hill where there are some beautiful shrines up there and also a killing cave where many thousands of people were killed by dropping into the cave alive. Phnom Sampov literally means Ship Hill due to its distinctive shape is one of the few hills standing out in this otherwise pancake alike-flat plain. You will get a panoramic view over the paddy field and sugar palm trees. Since it is home of a notorious killing cave, the cruel reminders of Cambodia in recent past dark age and peaceful shrines for monks and nuns doing meditation in present day, this serenity and very humility represented in a same place made this interesting visit. Walk back down to enjoy watching the wrinkled lip bats flying out of their cave to search for insects or rice hoppers. 

Overnight in Battambang

Day 7 - Venture Back to Siem Reap 

End of the tour service

SPECIAL INFORMATION :

  On arrival Cambodia Airport you are required to presence:

• Full Covid-19 Vaccination Card ( certificate )
• Health Declaration of Traveler
• Travel Insurance

Note :

• Duration 7 days
• Free cancellation a month prior the tour start
• Tour price is based on the number of people in your booking not on the size of the group.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Please provide a specific dietary requirement at the time of booking
• Not accessible for wheelchair guest

Our Services Include :

• Touring with national escort and all admissions/entrance fees
• Local guides services at some spots
•  Accommodation on twin sharing basis and meals as stated in the itinerary
• 7 Breakfasts + 7 Lunches +1 Dinner
• Sightseeing tour shared transfers, boats and A/C Vehicle
• Parking and toll road fees
• Local taxes
• Purified cold bottled drinking water

Our services do not include :

• Cambodian Visa and visa fee
• Personal Travel Insurance (compulsory)
• Departure tax and departure transfers
• International flights, airport tax & excess baggage charges
• All optional tours and all activities during free time
• All personal expenditures: Shopping, laundry, drinks, phone calls, etc.
• Other meals not mentioned in the itinerary
• Gratuities/tipping (recommended

Tips :

• Please, dress appropriately during visiting the temples
• Hat, sun screen and insect repellent.
• Our official currency is Cambodian Riel but USD $10 note up is widely accepted through out Cambodia except the old or torn notes.
• Please, bring along your phone or camera and its chargers.
• Drink enough water
• Please do not touch or pat any animals you encounter during the tour
• Please give NOTHING to the begging children cause that will encourage them to carry on their begging.
• Do not litter
• Smoking and eating inside the temples prohibited