Itinerary
Get ready for the adventure of a lifetime! Our 19-day Vietnam – Cambodia - Thailand bicycle tours offer active travelers an incredible way to experience three fascinating countries in Southeast Asia. Your journey begins in the rice bowls of Vietnam, the Mekong Delta.
This is an amazing trip for travelers who want to get away from it all, interact with friendly people, admire stunning rice fields, and take in some truly breathtaking scenery.
Get ready for an incredible 19-day journey from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Angkor, Siem Reap, and Bangkok! Our amazing bicycle trip will take us through the heart of the Mekong Delta, starting in My Tho and ending in Vinh Long. Along the way, we'll explore the rich culture, stunning scenery, and unique local flavors of each destination. Get ready to embark on an unforgettable adventure!
Get ready for an amazing experience! You'll embark on a boat trip through some of the most charming and rustic villages, where you'll have the unique opportunity to understand their daily lives. Then, we'll transfer to Can Tho, the western capital of the Mekong Delta! Can Tho is one of the fifth biggest and most exciting cities in Vietnam! It's famous for so much more than just catfish, rice, and other agricultural products!
You simply have to experience the incredible Cai Rang Floating Market! The incredible Cai Rang Floating Market opens every morning, offering travelers the chance to experience the best scenery and atmosphere around! You'll love joining this market! It's a fantastic way to experience the incredible diversity of products and cultural activities on offer.
We're off! We're pedalling on paved roads and beaten paths through stunning rice paddies and rustic villages, and we're heading to the vibrant floating market and the lush, scenic beauty of Cambodia. Cycling through the "Killing Field" is a truly unforgettable experience! You'll have the chance to learn about Cambodia's dark chapter of history in a unique way.
We're off! We're pedaling and spinning on paved roads and beaten paths through stunning rice paddies and rustic villages, vibrant floating markets, and lush, scenic Cambodia. And now for something really special! We're going to cycle through the Killing Field to learn about the dark chapter of Cambodia's history.
And now for something truly spectacular! Our cycling trip continues on a single track and shaded by giant trees through the incredible Mother of All Temples, Angkor Wat. This temple is the largest religious building in the world! It's a perfect fusion of symbolism and symmetry, and it's a source of pride and strength for all Khmers.
Built in the 12th century by King Suryavarman II, this is the most famous temple at Angkor—and it's absolutely incredible! As we embark on our tour, we'll be uncovering the secrets of the bas-reliefs that bring to life the fascinating tales from Hindu mythology and the incredible history of the Khmer empire.
This incredible piece of art is almost one kilometre long and is a strong contender for the title of the world's longest unbroken piece of art! And now for the best part!
We're going to the upper levels of the inner sanctuary. The final steps to the upper terrace of Angkor are quite steep, but they're well worth it! This is where pilgrims would stoop on their pilgrimage to encounter the gods. At last, we reach the pinnacle, the sacred heart of Angkor Wat! Then, late morning, we continue on to visit Angkor Thom, an immense walled city that was the magnificent masterpiece of King Jayavarman VII.
We begin our visit at the incredible Terrace of the Leper King. We continue along the incredible Terrace of Elephants, originally used as a viewing gallery for the king to preside over parades, performances, and traditional sports. At the southern end lies the Baphuon, one of the most beautiful temples at Angkor, dating back to the 11th century.
And then, at last, we come to the enigmatic and enchanting temple of the Bayon. Its 54 towers are each topped off with the four faces of Avalokiteshvara (Buddha of Compassion). What a climax! And now, our last stage cycling trip is crossing the border to Thai Land, where we look forward to an emerald, sandy beach.
Day 1: Ho chi minh Arrival
Welcome to Vietnam! Upon arrival at Tan San Nhat International Airport, our friendly guide and driver will greet you with a warm welcome and whisk you away to your hotel, situated right in the heart of vibrant Ho Chi Minh City. Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, formerly known as Saigon and nicknamed the "Pearl of the Far East"! Saigon, the largest and busiest of Vietnam's cities, is undoubtedly one of the most evocative place names in all of Asia! Ho Chi Minh City is the most Western in atmosphere of Vietnam's cities!
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Summary:
Activities:Transfer and meeting group
Accommodations: The Northern hotel****
Meals:L/D
Cycling distance: Transferring
Day 02: Ho Chi Minh – Ben Tre – Tra Vinh
After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, it's time to set off on a new cycling day! Leave the hustle and bustle of the city behind as our shuttle bus takes you on an exciting journey to the southwestern region of Saigon. Get ready for an unforgettable experience! Once we arrive at the cycling point, we get to check out our bikes and learn the code of riding!
We set off on our first cycling day on a beautiful, smooth road, passing charming villages, a dozen canals, and endless rice paddy fields. You'll have the chance to stop along the way to chat with local people or visit a school, clinic, or temple. And you'll get to have lunch in a local restaurant! After lunch, the fun really begins! Our fantastic guide will take you on a wonderful ride on a narrow route that is finished from schools. Our guides are also excited to tell you about the amazing education system in the Mekong Delta's countryside. You'll get to spend your first night in the charming town of Tra Vinh!
Summary:
Activities: Transferring and Cycling
Accommodation: Coco Riverside Ecolodge
Meals:/L/D
Cycling Distance: 55 Km
Day 03: Tra Vinh – Tieu Can - Cau Ke - Can Tho
Start your day off right with a hearty breakfast at the hotel! Then, embark on a new cycling adventure through endless rice paddy fields. You'll get to experience firsthand why Vietnam is the second largest exporter of rice after Thailand! Then, get ready for the highlight of your trip! You'll ride past traditional villages of Khmer, where you'll see that most people here still keep their own traditional way of living style. You'll be thrilled to see that thatch houses are still very much a part of Khmer communities in Vietnam! We'll make a quick stop at some vibrant Khmer Buddhist temples, where our bike guides will enlighten you on the fascinating differences between the two branches of Buddhism. One is the vibrant Mahayana, and the other is the serene Theravada. The fun doesn't stop there! In the afternoon, you'll continue your bike adventure with an exploration of tropical fruit orchards. You'll also have the chance to mingle with other cyclists as you bike around the islands, sampling delicious pomelo, longan, and orange fruits along the way. The afternoon is yours to enjoy! You can spend it cycling to the outskirts of Can Tho city via a bendy, small river on a ferry. Then, it's just a short 30-minute transfer to the hotel for beers and relaxation!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and Transferring
Accommodtions: Van Phat Riverside Hotel
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Meals:B/L/D
Cycling Distance: 50 Km- 80 Km
Day 04: Can Tho – Sa Dec - Cao Lanh city
Get up bright and early to join in on the fun! Take a morning boat trip to observe the highlight floating market of Cai Rang. This is a truly bustling and hustling market in Can Tho! It's a truly incredible sight to behold! Boats from every corner of the waterways arrive to exchange their tropical products. This is an incredible opportunity to experience the daily life of the Mekong Delta people first-hand!
Next, get ready for an amazing cycling adventure! You'll be setting off from your hotel to explore the incredible low-level plain of Dong Thap, where you'll see stunning houses on stilts all the way to Cao Lanh. You'll have an hour on a boat to see fish farms and floating villages along the Bassac River. Get ready for an amazing experience as you cycle through small rural communities of Muslims! We'll even stop at a monastery and share the country road with local scooters going to work and kids biking to school! Get ready for an incredible journey as you pedal through tranquil, off-the-beaten-path rural villages. You'll be amazed as you pass houses built on stilts using local materials. You'll get to stay in Cao Lanh, a city that's off the beaten path and full of surprises!
Summary:
Activities: Boat Trip and Cycling
Accommodation: Nguyen Minh Hotel/ Sao Mai Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 45 – 70 Km
Day 05: Cao Lanh - Chau Doc
Get ready to embark on an incredible journey today! You'll be exploring the most breathtaking countryside, passing by lush mango orchards, charming villages, and vibrant local markets. You'll love spending your free time pedalling to and stopping at the incredible Monastery, which was built 120 years ago by the French. This is the first monastery building site in Indochina, established in 1874. Then, spend 30 minutes exploring the area on foot to admire the beautiful colonial buildings. Get back on your bike and continue your journey to discover more of the area's hidden gems all the way to Chau Doc, a border town full of surprises!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Victoria Chau Doc/ Chau Pho Hotel.
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 50 - 80 km
Day 06: Cruise & Cycle from Chau Doc to Ha Tien
Get ready for an incredible experience at the amazing riverside market in Chau Doc! It's a vibrant hub of activity, a kaleidoscope of sounds, colors, and smells. The boat continues through fascinating fish farm villages to an incredible ethnic Cham village with its famous Mubarak Mosque. You'll even get to see women weaving using traditional methods! Bike along delightful roads, passing lush green rice fields and fascinating limestone formations, and keep your eyes peeled for the incredible Khmer-influenced pagodas as you draw ever closer to Cambodia! By late afternoon, you'll arrive in Ha Tien, where you can check into your hotel and relax after a day of adventure!
Summary:
Activities: Crusing and Cycling to Hotel
Accommodation: Green Island Hotel****
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 50 -90 km
Day 07: Bid Farewell to Vietnam, Say Hello to Cambodia
Once we'd recharged our energy at the hotel, we set off on our amazing bike ride to the border crossing between Vietnam and Cambodia! Once you've completed the customs formalities, it's time to meet your amazing Cambodian cycling crew! Get ready for an amazing cycling adventure along quiet coastal dirt roads, passing through incredible salt flats and small villages. Your first stop will be the gorgeous coastal resort of Kep, where you'll have lunch. Afterwards, it's time for the grand finale! You'll bike the final 35 kilometers (22 miles) to Kampot, where you'll check into your hotel.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Kampot Riverside Resort/ Sunset Villa
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 50 -90 km
Day 08: Cycle from Kampot to Takeo
Get ready for an amazing adventure! Leave Kampot and embark on an incredible journey by bike through the breathtaking limestone karst scenery. Get ready to be blown away by the incredible scenery! You'll be treated to some truly breathtaking villages, including some fascinating ethnic Cham settlements, and endless rice fields that will take your breath away. Upon arrival in Takeo, you will check into your hotel and then have the rest of the day to enjoy at your leisure! You'll love strolling along the waterfront promenade in the late afternoon, taking in the gorgeous sunset!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Alice Villa.
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 90 km
Day 09: Cycle Takeo to Phnom Penh
Get up nice and early to catch the most amazing, unspoilt natural sights! As you leave Takeo, you'll be spinning north, passing through more endless rice paddies. After a little while, you'll turn off the main road to visit Tonle Bati, a riverside location where you'll have time to explore the small, yet absolutely gorgeous Angkorian temples of Ta Prohm and Yeay Peau. Then, you'll avoid the "main" road as much as possible, and upon reaching the outskirts of Phnom Penh, you'll stop off at the "Killing Fields," an unforgettable experience! This is an incredible place! It's where Khmer Rouge prisoners were forcibly marched from the Toul Sleng prison in the city center and then executed. It's now a memorial site located in a beautiful, tranquil setting. After some time to reflect, you have the option of negotiating the rush-hour traffic into the heart of Phnom Penh, Cambodia's vibrant capital city, or you can choose to take the support vehicle.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from hotel -Hotel
Accommodation: Duong Chan Hotel/ Anik Palace
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 75 km
Day 10: Phnom Penh City Cyclo Tour
It's time for a change! Today it is someone else's turn to do the cycling! Now it's time to rest your legs while you enjoy a fun cyclo tour of Phnom Penh! Get ready for a truly unique experience as you explore the city via this traditional mode of transport! You'll also have the chance to stop at the National Museum, which offers a charming setting for a comprehensive collection of Khmer artifacts. Next, you'll get to visit the nearby Royal Palace and the neighboring Silver Pagoda! Then, your cyclo driver will take you to a local restaurant for lunch! Afterwards, it's back in the cyclos for another thrilling ride through Phnom Penh to the Toul Sleng Genocide Museum, the infamous Khmer Rouge prison. Next stop: the incredible Russian Market, an absolute must for souvenir shopping! Later, you'll be taken back to your hotel, where you're free to enjoy the rest of your evening as you wish!
Summary:
Activities: Visting and exploring city
Accommodation: Duong Chan Hotel/ Anik Palace
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: No
Day 11: Cycle from Phnom Penh to Kampong Cham
Get ready for an amazing day of cycling in Phnom Penh! You can choose to pedal through the busy streets or travel in the support vehicle until the traffic thins out. Either way, you'll have a blast! Just 40 kilometers (25 miles) from the city, turn off the main road and get ready for a truly unforgettable experience! You'll be riding along the Mekong River, following its course through a mostly unpaved, and at times bumpy, road toward the town of Kompong Cham. You'll be one of the few foreigners in these areas, so get ready for some surprised faces as you cycle through the many traditional villages! You'll get to see people going about their daily lives, cooking, cleaning, playing, and even leading cows to the river! You'll even get to pass by a cycling school and see some incredible pagodas and monks! Watch the sun dry bright red chilies, pepper, rice, and fish right there on the side of the road! And experience the river life of the mighty Mekong, which will keep coming in and out of view. You'll find plenty of shady and scenic spots to rest and enjoy the incredible views, where friendly locals are sure to greet you with a warm "Hello!" Kompong Cham is full of amazing French-influenced buildings and trader shop fronts. And the best part is that, given its small size, the whole province is easy to explore on foot! So, after you've checked in to your hotel, you can start exploring.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and Trasferring
Accommodation: LBN Asian Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 97 Km
+ 324 – 320m
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Day 12: Cycle from Kompong Cham to Beng Mealea & Siem Reap
Get up bright and early to set off on your next adventure in Kompong Cham! Get ready for an amazing adventure! Turn off the main highway and get ready to bicycle on a road that gradually climbs through shady rubber plantations. After an incredible 75 kilometers (45 miles), you'll reach the charming small town of Prey Thom Tratrav, where you'll rejoin the main highway. From here, you'll get to travel in the support vehicle for the 150-kilometer (90-mile) drive to the market town of Dom Dek! Now for the best part! Re-mount your bikes and cycle the 30 kilometers (18 miles) to the temple remains of Beng Mealea for a truly atmospheric experience. And then, for the final stretch, hop aboard the support vehicle for a 70-kilometer (42-mile) ride to Siem Reap! Once you've checked in to your hotel and freshened up, get ready for a delicious dinner at a local restaurant!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and transferring to Hotel
Accommodation: Steung Siem Reap Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 105 km
Day 13: Explore the Angkor Temples by Bike
Get ready for an amazing day of exploring the incredible Angkor temples! Today is your day to explore the Small Circuit! You'll get to see some of the most incredible temples in all of Angkor, including the Pyramid of Takeo, the jungle-clad Ta Prohm, made famous by the Hollywood blockbuster "Tomb Raider," and Sras Srang, known as the King's Bathing Pond. You'll be awestruck by the incredible Royal City of Angkor Thom! After lunch, it's time for the highlight of the day: a bike ride to the incredible Angkor Wat, the largest religious building in the world! Then, it's back to your hotel for the rest of the day to enjoy Siem Reap's vibrant nightlife and delicious restaurants!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling to explore Angkor Impire
Accommodation: Steung Siem Reap Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 40 Km
Day 14: Cycle to Beautiful Banteay Srei Temple
Get ready for an amazing adventure! Cycle north towards the incredible Banteay Srei. Get ready to be blown away by the incredible Cambodian countryside and the warm, welcoming faces of the villagers you'll meet along the way! You'll definitely want to stop off at a couple of villages to get a closer look at the amazing wooden stilted homes and local life. When you arrive at Banteay Srei, you'll be blown away by the exquisite beauty of the intricately decorated temple, adorned with stunning floral motifs and scenes from the Ramayana. Then, you'll get to enjoy lunch at a local village nearby! After that, you'll cycle back towards Siem Reap. If you have time, you'll be thrilled to explore some of the incredible temples on the Grand Circuit! You can visit Preah Khan, one of the largest and most impressive temples at Angkor, and Neak Pean, surrounded by fountains and ponds. You'll also get to see Banteay Kdei, a truly breathtaking temple. This evening, you'll enjoy a hosted farewell dinner and an absolutely amazing Apsara dance performance!
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Steung Siem Reap Hotel
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 80 km
Day 15: Siem Reap – Battambang
We take a well-deserved break from cycling and transfer across Tonle Sap by boat. Along the way, we'll get to see the local people going about their daily lives, and if we're lucky, we'll even spot some wildlife on the banks! As the dry season winds down, the lake levels may be too low to allow boat passage to Battambang, adding an extra layer of excitement to our journey! If that happens, no problem! We'll just hop in a van and head to Battambang. But don't worry! Once we arrive, we'll have some time to explore the city and surrounding countryside.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and Boat Trip
Accommodation: The Sanctuary Villa Battambang
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 30 Km
Day 16: Battambang - Pailin
We're off to Pailin! We're cycling directly from our hotel, so we're all set to go. This is the toughest day, but it's also the most incredible! Some sections of the road are in poor condition and bumpy (in dry season, it can get dusty), but the scenery is the most impressive as we head towards Thailand. As we get closer to Pailin, the road undulates, but there's nothing too steep or long, which is great! We cycle through absolutely stunning countryside, where we get to see farms and local villages along the way. It's truly an amazing feeling, like we're riding into uncharted territory! This used to be bandit country, but don't worry! The area is now completely safe, so you can explore it with no concerns.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Memorrial Palace
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 95 Km
Day 17: Pailin - Chantaburi
A lovely, leisurely drive on serene, picturesque roads to the border crossing. This lovely, quiet rural crossing is mainly used by local traders, which makes for a really pleasant stop while we complete all the immigration formalities. Once we've finished up here, we'll be off on our next adventure: a bike tour of Thailand! We'll be riding through the countryside until we reach the main road, where we'll transfer with a change of guides, vehicles, and bikes to the beach. And of course, we'll be stopping for lunch in Chantaburi.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling and processing the immigration formalities
Accommodation: Chanchalao Beach Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 45 Km
Day 18: Chantaburi - Laem Mae Phim
Get ready for a flat and easy ride through some of the most beautiful mangroves and shrimp farms you'll ever see! We'll also be along the coastline, so you can enjoy the incredible views. We get to spend the night at a local Thai beach! We have the whole afternoon free to go for a swim or a walk on the sand.
Summary:
Activities: Cycling from Hotel - Hotel
Accommodation: Grand Blue Resort
Meals: B/L/D
Cycling distance: 65 km
Day 19: Laem Mae Phim – Bangkok
We have the whole morning to enjoy the beach before we head back to Bangkok! We'll be arriving in the city around 3 pm! We'd love to help you extend your time in Thailand! We can plan extra days at the beach or transfer you to Bangkok for your next adventure.
Summary:
Activities: Transferring by vehicle
Accommodation: By yourself
Meals: B/L/
Cycling distance: No
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Important Notes:
We strongly recommend the purchase of travel insurance (covering emergency medical evacuation) for trips to Vietnam.
Tour cost will be valided during 45 days from date of offer. Past this date price and conditions may be readjusted.
The cost of air tickets is subject to change without prior notice by the airlines.
Reservations during peak times (Christmas, New Year, Vietnamese Lunar New Year, National Holidays) may be subject to supplementary charges.
Rooms at hotels are available only from 14:00 P.m on arrival day till 10:00 A.m on departure date. A supplement will be added if early check-in or late check-out is desired.
Please note that all the above services & tours have yet to be booked, they are proposed for your information only and we will not make any reservations before we receive your confirmation to do so. If one or some proposed service(s) is (are) not available at the moment of booking, we will try to find other possibilities/options or other similar service(s) in order to avoid changes to the program.
Meals: if you have any specific food requirements ( vegetarian, vegan, food allergies) please inform us in advance so that we can provide notice to our restaurant, tour guide, our partners so that they can server you better. If you are a food lover, Snail Adventure tours can be your culinary guide and provide you opportunity to savor tempting local food and world famous – dishes.
Tour included in:
English speaking cycling guide ( other languges upon requests)
Accommodations are based on double/ twin occupancy
Meals details in itineraries (19 breakfast, 19 lunches, 19 dinners)
Mountain Bikes with Trek or Cannondale with helmets.
A/C transfer/ and transportation
Van or bus supported during the cycling times.
Truck supported for the group size from 6 and above.
Sightseeing excursions as outlined itineraries
Bike tour pump, bike tools, spares tubes, spare bikes
First aid kit
Cold water box, small fresh towel.
Mineral water for drinking
Fruit and snack for cycling days
Tour excluded in:
International airfare
Travel insurance
Items of personal nature
Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks in meals
Mineral water beyond that supplied
Optional excursions
Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
Personal expenses such as telephone, laundry bills.
Ebike
Visa fee
Departure tax
Tip for team and guide
Visa fee in Vietnam with 25 USD for Single Entry, Laos with 35 USD and Cambodia with 25 USD per person upon arrival + 02 passport pictures
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