Saigon To Angkor Wat Bike Ride - 11 Days / 10 Nights
Exotissimo Travel was established in 1993 in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. We are now one of the longest established inbound tour operators in Indochina, Myanmar and Thailand and one of the best known.
 |
Staff Picks |
 |
Traveler's Reviews |
 |
I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed our trip with you from Houey Say to Luang Prabang. Thank you for your ... |
Rosemary Ward (Romey)
 |
Our Newsletter |
 |
Exo's Blog |
Saigon To Angkor Wat Bike Ride - 11 Days / 10 Nights
Day 1 - Ho Chi Minh City Arrival (L,D)
|
Upon arrival in to Ho Chi Minh City, you will be met at the airport in transferred to your hotel. After a trip briefing and bike fitting, enjoy a welcome dinner at one of the city's best restaurants.
Day 2 - Ho Chi Minh City - My Tho - Tra Vinh (B,L,D)Transfer by road to My Tho, the gateway to the Mekong Delta and the start of your cycling journey. Travel through the heart of the delta along narrow paths, past fields of sugar cane, fruit plantations, and lush green paddy fields. Enjoy watching the activities of the locals and soaking in the atmosphere as you pedal along the waterways to Tra Vihn. (Today's journey is 52km of cycling) |
Day 3 - Tra Vinh - Can Tho (B,L,D)
|
Peaceful roads lined with Khmer temples and river scenery take you from Tra Vinh to Can Tho. Stop along the way to rest your legs and visit peaceful temples, observe the local farmers, and visit a local school to spend time with the students journey is flat and picturesque through this part of the delta. (Today's journey is 82km of cycling)
Day 4 - Can Tho - Long Xuyen (B,L,D)This morning, travel through bustling markets on the way to Phong Dien and be amazed at the contrast in activity from the previous day. Vendors and craftsmen go about their business busily during the morning hours and cycling amongst the action is a great way to experience the local life. Loop back to Can Tho for lunch and continue riding to the town of Long Xuyen. (Today's journey is 95km of cycling) |
Day 5 - Long Xuyen - Chau Doc (B,L,D)
|
Your last day of cycling in Vietnam's Mekong Delta takes you through different scenery as you head southwest toward Cambodia. The roads have a slight undulation and mountains begin to appear in the far distance. As you approach the town of Chau Doc, veer off toward Sam Mountain where a steep climb will reward you with spectacular views of the surrounding countryside. Coast back down the mountain and return to Chau Doc in time for dinner. (Today's journey is 75 km of cycling)
Day 6 - Chau Doc - Phnom Penh (B,L,D)Travel along the Mekong and Bassaac Rivers by boat as you depart Vietnam and head to Cambodia's capital. Arrive in to Phnom Penh in time for lunch near the riverfront and soak in the town's colonial atmosphere and buzzing local life. In the afternoon, visit Tuol Sleng Prison and the Killing Fields to learn about Cambodia's turbulent past under the Khmer Rouge regime. |
Day 7 - Phnom Penh - Kampong Chhnang (B,L,D)
|
Depart Phnom Penh on your bike and head toward Oudong, the former capital of Cambodia, passing magnificent scenery and friendly locals. Climb to the top of Phnom Oudong for sweeping views of the countryside before pedaling on tarmac roads towards Kampong Chhnang. This quiet, riverside town is known for producing some of the country's best pottery. (Today's cycling distance is 91km)
Day 8 - Kampong Chhnang - Battambang (B,L,D)The morning's ride takes us along dirt roads through sugar palm trees and endless paddy fields, with small green hills in the background. The local children will come out to greet us as we pedal through the village watching the potters and other artisans at work. After a picnic at a local family's house, we continue along highway 5 to Battambang either by bike or by car. (Today's cycling distance is 100 km) |
Day 9 - Battambang Cycling (B,L,D)
|
Although Battambang is one of Cambodia's largest towns, you certainly won't notice it as you cycle through the stunning rural scenery. A combination of tarmac and hardened dirt roads lead out to temples like Phnom Banan and Phnom Sampeau, both of which offer great viewpoints of the surrounding area. Once an area of strong Khmer Rouge activity, we will also stop at a memorial to honour the victims of this tragic era. (Today's cycling distance is 45km)
Day 10 - Battambang - Siem Reap (B,L,D)Today we drive to Siem Reap, home of the temples of Angkor, built by the might Khmer empire from the 9th-14th centuries. After lunch, pedal out the Angkor Wat, the largest Hindu monument in the world, where you will explore the endless corridors, looming towers, and intricate carvings of this wondrous temple. (Today's cycling distance is 20km) |
Day 11 - Angkor Wat - Siem Reap - Departure (B,L)
|
For an amazing start to the morning, there is the option to return to Angkor Wat to watch the sun rise, then, hop on your bike for your last, and perhaps most memorable day of cycling. Travel through the Angkor Archeological Park on two wheels, stopping to visit the jungle covered Ta Phrom, the enigmatic towers of Bayon, the walled city of Angkor Thom and many other fascinating ruins all the while learning about their history from your knowledgeable guide. After a full day's exploration, return to your hotel for late check-out and a transfer to the Siem Reap airport for your onward flight. (Today's cycling distance is 25km)Extend This Tour With...
After a marvelous experience of site seeing and enlightenment at Cambodia’s historical cities and sites, why not take a breather at the country’s beach resort with our Sihanoukville Beach Break package? This Cambodian tour allows you to relax any way you see fit, with a host of beach activities we can arrange for you, or if you so choose, do nothing at all!
Suitable for all ages, our Camping & Kayaking in Phang Nga Bay is an ideal way to add a touch of adventure to a southern Thailand tour. Under the guidance of paddling experts, kayak your way through limestone caverns, sea lagoons, and to remote islands off the coast of Phuket and spend a night camping on the beach. This unique South Thailand tour is easy enough for all fitness levels and is an ideal tour for families, couples, or small groups.
View Similar Tours
Travel on two wheels from the southern islands of Laos into the temple-rich countryside of Cambodia. Get up close and personal with the locals, their culture, and the beautiful scenery as you cycle along quiet country roads and through small villages. Learn about sustainable tourism projects happening in the region and stay at several eco-lodges on this remarkable journey.
In our Sapa To The Sea Vietnam tour, trek through the northwest region of Vietnam and witness stunning scenery and hilltribe life. Start from Lao Cai and trek through rice paddies, mountain passes, and refreshing waterfalls and meet the H'mong and the Dao hilltribes in their villages. Your trek continues on with stops at Yen Tu Mountain and Tuan Chau Island ends on a relaxing note with a cruise aboard a traditional Vietnamese junk on Halong Bay.
