16 Aug 2023
This was a fantastic half day tour in which we learnt a lot about rural life in Cambodia.
We were a group of 16, and the local guides were really excellent in their explanations and in their care for our safety on the bikes. I was initially a bit nervous about jumping on a bike and cycling around Battambang as the traffic is very busy and unpredictable, but the guides were really helpful and stopped traffic when needed for the whole group to be able to cross busy roads together.
Not only was the scenery fantastic, and touring via bike made us feel like part of the environment rather than just passing through on a bus or even a tuk-tuk, we were extremely grateful for the hospitality and welcome given by all the families that we visited. It was a privilege for them to share an insight into their lives with us and we left with a much better understanding of the everyday lives of the Cambodian people.
This tour was a real highlight of our visit to Cambodia and I would recommend it as a must-do activity for anyone visiting Battambang.