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The 15 Best Battambang Tours & Day Trips

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One afternoon in Battambang can carry the bamboo train, the killing caves, the bat cave and a sunset, in that order. These 15 sort the combinations by price, transport and how late they finish.

Battambang: Tuk-Tuk, Bamboo Train, Killing/Bat Caves, Sunset - Battambang by tuk-tuk: markets, buildings, and local stories
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Battambang: Tuk-Tuk, Bamboo Train, Killing/Bat Caves, Sunset

1.Tuk-Tuk, Bamboo Train, Killing/Bat Caves, Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,436 reviews · 5 - 12 hours · from $9Our pick

Spend about seven hours with an English-speaking guide such as Samol, Somol, or David, touring Battambang by tuk-tuk. Visit markets, villages, fruit farms, rice fields, the bamboo train, Phnom Sampov, the Killing Cave, and the Bat Cave. Lunch and the $5 bamboo train ticket cost extra.

“Fantastic tour with Samol, such and engaged and knowledgeable tour guide who provided us with local insights. So much was packed into this tour and I enjoyed every moment of it. The time management was spot on and each stop felt considered and well explained. A great experience”

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Battambang Tuk Tuk tour: Bambootrain, Killing & Bat Caves,Sunset - Riding through villages and Battambang Province
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Battambang Tuk Tuk tour: Bambootrain, Killing & Bat Caves,Sunset

2.Battambang Tuk Tuk tour: Bambootrain, Killing & Bat Caves,Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 799 reviews · from $15Top rated

Spend about seven hours exploring Battambang by tuk-tuk with guides such as Samol, Soon, or Spicy. Visit villages, rice fields, Phnom Sampeau, the Killing Cave, and the Bamboo Train, then watch millions of bats leave their cave at dusk. Lunch and the $5 train ticket cost extra.

“I loved the tour especially because of the amazing tour guide Sam. He speaks such good English and has so much really interesting Informations all the time. He makes the tour real fun and he is such a lovely guy. I learned a lot and had a really good day. Would do it again next time I‘m in Battambang!”

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Afternoon tour by tuk tuk to bamboo train,bat cave,killing cave,countryside. - French buildings before the countryside
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Afternoon tour by tuk tuk to bamboo train,bat cave,killing cave,countryside.

3.Afternoon tour by tuk tuk to bamboo train,bat cave,killing cave,countryside.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 344 reviews · from $15

Join local guides such as Bun or Tha for a six-hour afternoon tuk-tuk tour through Battambang’s countryside. Visit French colonial buildings, village farms, Kampong Pil Pagoda, the original bamboo train, Phnom Sampeau’s Killing Cave, and the bat flight at sunset.

“Bun was a fantastic tour guide and tuk tuk driver for our afternoon tour to ride the Bamboo train and visit killer mountain and the bat caves. He was great with communicating before the tour and made our afternoon fun and memorable by stRead more”

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Local Livelihood Half Day Bike Tour in Battambang - The 22-kilometer ride through rural communities
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Local Livelihood Half Day Bike Tour in Battambang

4.Local Livelihood Half Day Bike Tour in Battambang

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 287 reviews · from $30

Start at 7:30am near Psar Nath with a local guide such as Savith for a 22km ride through Battambang’s countryside. Visit families making rice paper, dried bananas, bamboo sticky rice, and rice wine, with bikes, helmets, water, snacks, and family compensation included.

“I love Bike tours and this tour was a great experience. Savith was so nice and sweet. I saw different local activities (Rice paper, Bamboo sticky Rice, Rice wine, banana snacks) and tried so many local treats. It was a very unique journey to discover the countyside. Thanks so much”

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Explore Battambang full day tour by Tuk Tuk (start from 9am-6:30pm) - Starting in Battambang’s markets and colonial streets
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Explore Battambang full day tour by Tuk Tuk (start from 9am-6:30pm)

5.Explore Battambang full day tour by Tuk Tuk (start from 9am-6:30pm)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 240 reviews · from $20

Spend about 9 hours and 45 minutes exploring Battambang by tuk tuk, with possible guides Tha or Bun. Visit markets, villages, temples, the original Bamboo Train, Phnom Sampeau, and the Bat Cave. Snacks and water are included, while lunch and the $5 Bamboo Train ticket cost extra.

“This is a very good tour to explore the local life. Our guide Tha is very knowledgeable and speaks very good English. He took us to many authentic places and explained all the details. We covered everything to see in Battambang in one day and had a great time!”

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Battambang: Bamboo Train, Bat Cave, Killing Cave by Tuk Tuk - Starting in Battambang with statues, bridges, and temples
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Battambang: Bamboo Train, Bat Cave, Killing Cave by Tuk Tuk

6.Bamboo Train, Bat Cave, Killing Cave by Tuk Tuk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 182 reviews · 7 hours

Spend seven hours with a local English-speaking guide such as David or Kim, traveling by tuk-tuk through Battambang’s villages, bridges, temples, bamboo railway, and Phnom Sampeau. Expect local snacks, optional rat barbecue, a sobering Killing Cave visit, and a spectacular bat flight at dusk.

“Amazing tour and guide. The main attractions along the tour were amazing, but it was the small stops along the way - where we went in and tried fruit and noodles, where we crossed swinging bridges and watched blacksmiths at work, these were what made us feel that we had got way more than just our money’s worth.”

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Full Day tour .City tour.Countryside.Bamboo Train.Secret Bat Cave - The bamboo train is worth considering, but it costs extra
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Full Day tour .City tour.Countryside.Bamboo Train.Secret Bat Cave

7.Full Day tour .City tour.Countryside.Bamboo Train.Secret Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 178 reviews · from $18

Spend 8 to 9 hours seeing Battambang with a local guide such as Kim or Jack. Visit French-era buildings, villages, rice fields, the optional bamboo train, and a quiet bat cave for sunset and millions of bats. Private transport is included, while the train costs $5 extra.

“One of our best days in Asia. Visiting the ‘secret bat cave’ was something special. The ‘un-touristy’ of tours - we loved it.”

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Battambang: Cooking Class and Market Touring - Starting with a market trip at 9:30 AM
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Battambang: Cooking Class and Market Touring

8.Cooking Class and Market Touring

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 80 reviews · 4 hours · from $25

Start with a 9:30 AM tuk-tuk pickup, then explore a Battambang market with an English-speaking guide before cooking two savory Khmer dishes and one dessert in a local home. Vegetarian cooking is available. Eat your three-course meal, then ride back to your hotel.

“It was too hot to do a walking tour! Otherwise our guide, KA, was great.”

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A Day TukTuk Handicrafts Bambootrain Killing&BatCaves,Sunset - Seeing how rice feeds Battambang
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A Day TukTuk Handicrafts Bambootrain Killing&BatCaves,Sunset

9.A Day TukTuk Handicrafts Bambootrain Killing&BatCaves,Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 78 reviews · 11 - 12 hours · from $24

Join an English-speaking guide such as Samol for an 11 to 12-hour tuk-tuk tour through Battambang town and countryside. Visit rice noodle, rice paper, bamboo sticky rice, and rice wine makers, ride the original bamboo train, learn Khmer Rouge history, and watch bats pour from Phnom Sampov at sunset.

“Review of a Guided Tour of Battambang Great communication throughout from Samol aka “Small but Spicey”. He picked us up on time in his TukTuk “Wendy”. We went to a see traditional rice noodle manufacture, had some bamboo sticky rice saw rice paper made &had fresh/fried spring rolls. Went to genocide memorial temple Wat samrong knong and Ek phnom Temples. Samol was very informative and explained each of the process. After midday, we set off again with more guests on Wendy. Samol gave a history lesson of Battambang as well as Cambodia. He took photos and was very entertaining. After a walk along a suspension bridge, we had the highlight…”

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Afternoon Tour: Bamboo Train, Killing Cave &Bat Cave - Fruit plantations and village roads
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Afternoon Tour: Bamboo Train, Killing Cave &Bat Cave

10.Afternoon Tour: Bamboo Train, Killing Cave &Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 7 hours · from $9

Join an English-speaking tuk-tuk guide such as Vatthana, Sam, or David for a seven-hour afternoon around Battambang. Visit the symbolic shrine, village plantations, suspension bridge, bamboo train, Phnom Sampov’s killing caves, and the bat cave. Pickup and drop-off are included around town.

“The guide was excellent and the trip was well thought out and fun. we had a,lovely day ! Thank you”

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Battambang: Bamboo Train, Bat Cave and Killing Cave Tour - Battambang’s colonial center and local symbols
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Battambang: Bamboo Train, Bat Cave and Killing Cave Tour

11.Bamboo Train, Bat Cave and Killing Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 58 reviews · 6 hours · from $12

Spend six hours with an English-speaking tuk-tuk guide exploring Battambang’s colonial buildings, river villages, suspension bridge, Bamboo Train, Killing Cave, and bat cave. Guides such as Bun, Rotha, and Tha add history, local life, and plant knowledge. The train costs an extra $5 per person.

“Excellent guide. Bun was extremely knowledgeable and had excellent English skills. He showed us around the sights of Battambang before heading to the bridge, and the train. The bamboo train is an extra $5 each but we'll worth it. The day ends with the killing cave and the bat cave.”

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Afternoon Tour BambooTrain & Bat Cave - Leaving Battambang by private tuk tuk
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Afternoon Tour BambooTrain & Bat Cave

12.Afternoon Tour BambooTrain & Bat Cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · from $15

Join Pao in a private tuk tuk from Battambang for a six-hour afternoon circuit through rice fields, villages, and countryside. Ride the newly established bamboo train, visit the killing cave and bat cave, and finish with sunset around 5:30 PM. English and Thai guiding is available.

“Tour à faire absolument ! Pao est un guide génial, il est à l’écoute, très bienveillant, il parle bien anglais et explique beaucoup de choses sur l’histoire de son pays. Il vous fait découvrir la campagne de Battambang et vous pouvez en apprendre + sur le quotidien des locaux dans les villages. J’ai adoré ce tour, l’une des meilleures expériences au Cambodge !”

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A Day TukTuk Bambootrain, Banan, Killing & Bat Caves, Sunset - Starting in Battambang with Ta Dambong Kranhoung
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A Day TukTuk Bambootrain, Banan, Killing & Bat Caves, Sunset

13.A Day TukTuk Bambootrain, Banan, Killing & Bat Caves, Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 48 reviews · 11 hours · from $14

Join guides such as Samol, Jay, or Uk Bon Thai for an 11-hour tuk-tuk trip through Battambang. Visit Banan Temple, ride the original bamboo train, learn about Khmer Rouge history at Phnom Sampov, and watch millions of bats leave their cave at sunset.

“Our Battambang tour was nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment we set out, we were immersed in the rich culture, history, and natural beauty of this charming city. The tour was exceptionally well-organized, allowing us to explore the unique aspects of Battambang at a relaxed yet engaging pace. One of the highlights was the opportunity to interact with locals, providing an authentic glimpse into the daily lives of the people who call this place home. The bamboo train ride was a delightful experience, offering stunning views of the countryside and a fun, bumpy adventure that we’ll never forget. The guide was knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the region, which…”

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AfternoonTour.Bamboo train.killing cave with Secret bat cave - Starting with Battambang by tuk-tuk
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AfternoonTour.Bamboo train.killing cave with Secret bat cave

14.AfternoonTour.Bamboo train.killing cave with Secret bat cave

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · from $15

Spend about six hours with Kim Tours Battambang on a small-group tuk-tuk trip through Battambang and its countryside. Visit historic sites, ride the original Bamboo Train, cross a suspension bridge, see fruit and mushroom farms, and finish at a secret bat cave for sunset. Mr Kim may guide the outing.

“A good introduction to the local area with relevant history. Filled a full afternoon into the evening. We were intrigued before arriving in Battambang about the Bamboo Train and Bat Cave and both were a unique experience. Be prepared to Read more”

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A day tour through Battambang/Local area and landmarks - Rice fields, lotus farms, and local fruit
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A day tour through Battambang/Local area and landmarks

15.A day tour through Battambang/Local area and landmarks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 39 reviews · 2 - 10 hours · from $8Best value

Spend two to ten hours exploring Battambang with local guide Pao, or possibly Sam depending on your booking. Ride the Bamboo Train, taste local fruit and rat barbecue, visit rice and lotus farms, learn about Khmer Rouge history, and watch millions of bats leave their cave at sunset.

“If you’re visiting Battambang, I highly recommend choosing Pao as your guide. He’s honest, genuinely passionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. Pao’s deep connection to the area made our trip unforgettable, with his personalized approach and insight into the local culture. He truly cares about making your experience special, and you can tell he loves what he does. If you want an authentic and memorable tour, Pao is absolutely the guide to choose 100% worth it!”

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