Battambang Escape

Slowly making its way on to the tourist map, Battambang is a charming riverside town where travelers can experience authentic Cambodian lifestyle. Discover all that this sleepy town has to offer with our Battambang Escape tour from Siem Reap - a journey of culture, nature and adventure.

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Duration: 3 days/2 nights

Tour Code: MCSS07

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Siem Reap - Angkor - Battambang - Siem Reap

• Day 1 - Siem Reap Arival

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Dinner

  Arrive in Siem Reap and transfer to a hotel. Siem Reap is the base for exploring the fabled temples of Angkor, the ancient capital of the Khmer empire. On arrival, begin a tour to the temples that includes the early-Angkor era temples of the Rolous Group – Preah Ko, Ba Kong and Lo Lei. In the afternoon, continue going to the South Gate of Angkor Thom, the famous Bayon, the Terrace of Elephants and Terrace of the Leper King. Return to hotel after watching the sun set at Phnom Bakheng. Stay overnight in Siem Reap.

  Day 2 - Angkor Wat

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  After breakfast, spend the morning on an extensive tour of the magnificent 12th century Angkor Wat; Ta Prohm Temple, embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. In the afternoon, go to Battambang which is a charming riverside town full of French-colonial architecture. Even though Battambang is Cambodia's second largest city, you will find that the atmosphere is very laid-back and a big change from the capital city. Stay overnight in Battambang.

  Day 3 - Battambang

  Place Transport: Car
  Meals: Breakfast - Lunch

  Spend today exploring Battambang's countryside, a real taste of the natural beauty and traditional lifestyle common in rural Cambodia. Travel out to Phnom Sampeau, once home to notorious killing caves, but now a tranquil place for viewing the surrounding landscapes. Continue through fruit plantations to the hilltop temple of Wat Banan followed by an exciting ride on the local bamboo train. This afternoon, continue through the countryside to visit cottage industries like rice paper production, weaving centers and even a fish paste factory. Return to town this evening for a fantastic local dinner at the town's best restaurant. Stay overnight in Battambang.

  Day 4 - Siem Reap Depature

  Place Transport: Car->Airplane
  Meals: Breakfast

  This morning, you are free to relax at the hotel or to discover Battambang on your own until transfer to Siem Reap for your flight.

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - 03 Nights Accommodation in deluxe twin / double room view with daily breakfast.

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  - Meals (as specified in the itinerary) in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.

  - Dinners, except as specified above.

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses.

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  Additional Information

  Importance note

  - The itinerary is just a sample of our Cambodia tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

  What to bring?

  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...

  How to start?

  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country.

   - You can get Cambodia Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport).