Siem Reap Cycling to Ho Chi Minh City: 10-Day Cambodia & Vietnam Bike Tour

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Siem Reap Cycling To Ho Chi Minh City 10 Days

CODE: GDT1589

Private Tour

Duration: 8 - 12 days

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Route: Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh Vietnam - Chau Doc - Can Tho - Cambodia - Tonle Sap Lake - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Angkor Wat - Banteay Srey - Multi Country - Vietnam and Cambodia Tours

Overview

Embark on an exhilarating and profoundly immersive 10-day cycling adventure with our "Siem Reap Cycling to Ho Chi Minh City" tour, a meticulously designed expedition that seamlessly connects the ancient wonders of Cambodia with the dynamic modern energy of Southern Vietnam. Your extraordinary journey begins amidst the awe-inspiring historical grandeur of Siem Reap, Cambodia, where you'll spend initial days cycling through the magnificent Angkor Archaeological Park. This vast complex is home to the legendary Angkor Wat, the sprawling ancient city of Angkor Thom, and the enigmatic, smiling faces of Bayon Temple. You'll have ample, unhurried opportunities to explore these iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites at a leisurely pace, truly connecting with centuries of Khmer history, architectural brilliance, and spiritual legacy. This initial phase of the tour offers unparalleled insights into a glorious past, setting a profound cultural and historical tone for the adventure ahead.

From the historical heartland of Cambodia, your two-wheeled journey smoothly transitions into the fertile and picturesque landscapes of Southern Vietnam. Here, you'll delve deep into the renowned Mekong Delta, a sprawling network of rivers, canals, and lush rice paddies that defines daily life for millions. You'll pedal along narrow paths that wind through traditional fruit orchards, past vibrant floating markets (seasonal), and into charming riverside communities. This segment offers a unique and intimate glimpse into the agricultural heartland of Vietnam, with numerous opportunities to interact with friendly locals, observe traditional crafts such as candy making or mat weaving, and sample delicious tropical produce directly from the source. The gentle rhythm of life along the Mekong provides a beautiful contrast to the ancient ruins.

The adventure culminates in the dynamic, bustling metropolis of Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon), a city that pulsates with modern energy while still retaining its compelling historical charm. Here, you can explore iconic landmarks, indulge in incredible street food, and feel the vibrant pulse of contemporary Vietnam. This 10-day tour offers a perfect blend of challenging yet rewarding cycling, profound cultural immersion, and breathtaking scenic beauty, making it an ideal choice for adventurous cyclists seeking an authentic and memorable Southeast Asian experience. You'll gain a unique perspective on two fascinating nations, their shared history, diverse landscapes, and the warm hospitality of their people, all from the intimate and engaging vantage point of your bicycle.

Highlight

In-Depth Angkor Archaeological Park Exploration: Dedicate significant time to cycle within the magnificent Angkor complex in Siem Reap, Cambodia. This includes exploring iconic and awe-inspiring temples like Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, and Bayon, allowing for a comprehensive, unhurried, and profound discovery of these UNESCO World Heritage sites.
Seamless Cross-Border Cultural Journey: Experience the distinct cultural and scenic transitions as you cycle directly from the ancient grandeur of Cambodia into the vibrant and dynamic landscapes of Southern Vietnam.
Immersive Mekong Delta Cycling & Discovery: Discover the intricate waterways, lush rice paddies, and traditional villages of Vietnam's Mekong Delta by bike. You'll observe daily life, local industries (like coconut candy production), and enjoy the serene beauty of this vital region from a unique perspective.
Authentic Local Encounters & Interactions: Enjoy genuine and meaningful interactions with local communities in both Cambodia and Vietnam. This provides invaluable opportunities to learn about their traditions, witness their daily lives, and experience the renowned hospitality of Southeast Asia firsthand.
Diverse Cycling Terrains: Challenge yourself on a variety of surfaces, including well-maintained asphalt roads, scenic rural paths, charming village tracks, and dirt trails, ensuring an engaging and dynamic biking experience throughout the journey, catering to adventurous riders.
Culminate in Dynamic Ho Chi Minh City: End your exhilarating cycling adventure in Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), Vietnam's largest and most vibrant metropolis, offering a fascinating blend of historical landmarks, French colonial architecture, and a bustling modern urban pulse.
Rich Historical & Cultural Insights: Visit a multitude of significant historical sites, ancient ruins, and cultural landmarks across both countries, gaining a deeper understanding of the region's fascinating past and dynamic present.
Savor Authentic Local Cuisines: Indulge in the distinct and delicious flavors of both Cambodian and Vietnamese cuisine, from flavorful street food delights to traditional home-cooked meals, enriching your overall cultural immersion.
Fully Supported Tour for Comfort & Safety: Travel with ultimate confidence and comfort, benefiting from comprehensive inclusions such as a dedicated support vehicle for assistance, experienced English-speaking local cycling guides, high-quality mountain bikes and equipment, comfortable accommodation, most meals, and all necessary entrance fees, ensuring a seamless, safe, and enjoyable cycling experience.

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HOTELS
Economy 2*+ Hotels
Superior 3* Hotels
First Class 4* Hotels
Deluxe 5* Hotels
Luxury 5*++ Hotels

Notes:
*All prices are based on per adult, in Double/Twin sharing
Surcharge will be applied for single traveler or single room request

Important Notes:
HOTELS, PROGRAMS & SCHEDULES SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE

GUIDE/LEADER:
English speaking guide. French , Germany , Spanish, Italian, Russian speaking guide can be arranged with on request.

Things to be prepared:
1. Hat
2. Small backpack
3. Shoes and shorts for cycling
4. Sunglasses
5. Gloves

Your Perfect Cycling Adventure, Crafted Just for You Across Asia

At Golden Trail Travel, we believe every journey should be as unique as the traveler. As Asia's premier bike tour operator, we specialize in creating bespoke cycling experiences that perfectly match your desires and budget, wherever your wanderlust takes you.

Our dedicated team—comprising experienced biking guides, skilled mechanics, reliable drivers, insightful tour consultants, and passionate bicycle specialists—is committed to ensuring your adventure is seamless, safe, and truly unforgettable.

Whether you're exploring solo, enjoying a family getaway, or embarking on a group expedition, we're here to design a trip that's exclusively yours. The itineraries you see are just a starting point; consider them a canvas upon which we'll paint your ideal Asian biking tour. We invite you to share your ideas, tell us your preferences, and let us know your budget. We'll meticulously customize an existing itinerary or craft a brand-new program from the ground up, adding or excluding elements until it's absolutely perfect for you.

Ready to start planning your dream biking adventure across Asia? Share your requirements with us today, and let's create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Day 1: Siem Reap-Angkor Complex (25km by bicycle)

Depart from the hotel or pick up from the airport. Transfer to the main road and cycle through the Angkor pass checkpoint. Cycling through the shady road with a little pumping because of the few potholes. There you will begin to see Kravan temple, Banteay Kdei, and stop at the famous Ta Phrom, embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. Visit Ta Phrom (45 minutes-1 hour). It was built in the 12th century by the famous King Jayavarvan VII indicated to his mother. While clearing back the forest archaeologists decided to leave the vegetation of Ta Phrom in place to serve as a reminder of how the original discoverers found it and the other Angkor temples. Many of the trees have grown around and through the remains and soar high above the temples. Continue the cycling through a small circuit passing Ta Keo temple, Chao Say Tevoda, and Tommanon before reaching Angkor Thom city. There you will see, the Terrace of Leper King, the Terrace of Elephant, Baphoun, and Phimean Akas. Stop at Bayon temple and start the visit (45 minutes-1 hour). Angkor Thom was built by Cambodia’s great king, Jayavarman VII. Overnight in Siem Reap. Summary : Accommodation: Siem Reap Hotel Meals: lunch and welcome dinner. Cycling distance: 25 km

Day 2: Banteay Srei and River of Thousand Lingas (90km)

Depart from the hotel on the main road. Arrive at Angkor Wat and turn left to the west. Continue to cycle 2km before turning right to the rural road. The road is good for cycling as you can avoid the busy traffic but you can see rice fields, a village, and a pagoda. Arrive in Banteay Srei before lunch. Visit (45 minutes) Banteay Srei temple known as the women's citadel (built in 967 A.D dedicated to Brahma). While some temples are impressive because of their sheer size, Banteay Srei stands alone in the quality of its construction and decoration. Its pink sandstone walls are decorated with what some consider the best carving of all, and are still in an excellent state of preservation. Continue biking to visit Kbal Spean, the River of Thousands Lingas, lying under the river bed, people believe it brings fertility and blessing to the Angkor area as the river flows to Siem Reap. Walk 1,200meters to visit the Lingas and enjoy lunch and the waterfall. On the way back, cycle on the main road to visit the Landmine Museum of Mr. Akira. Mr. Ra is dedicated to clearing the Cambodian countryside of landmines laid during the years of conflict and relies entirely on visitors’ donations to fund his work. Overnight in Siem Reap. Summary : Accommodation: Siem Reap Hotel Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 90 km

Day 3: Rolous Group & Tonle Sap Lake (50km)

Depart from the hotel, crossing the bridge at Old Market to cycle 15km toward Rolous Group. The first 2km, is on the tarmac road toward the bus station. Then, passing the rice field and the village. Rolous Group was the first capital of the Angkor Empire during 800 A.D. Visit the Pre-Angkorian temples including Preak Ko, Bakong, and Lo Lei. Afternoon, cycling to Tonle Sap Lake. Turn left at the crocodile farm crossing the bridge. Then cycle on a small road along the river through villages, pagodas, and schools. This road is good for cycling to avoid busy traffic. After cycling 8km, turn right across the bridge to the main road as there is no further access on the small road. Continue cycling toward the hill about 3km (July-December) where the boat stop. (Note: January-June, the water is low and the boat will stop further 3km). Board the boat to visit the floating village, floating school, and fishing farm. After a 1-hour boat drive. Return the Siem Reap on the main road to avoid cycling on the same road. Summary : Accommodation: Siem Reap Hotel Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 50 km

Day 4: Siem Reap speed boat to Phnom Penh (18km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to board speedboat to Phnom Penh (best from July to February). This boat trip takes 6 hours; the boat has a life jacket and toilet. It is one of the best boat trips to cross Tonle Sap lake, one of the biggest freshwater lakes in South-East Asia. When the boat leaves the dock, immediately you will be able to view the picturesque floating village. This community comprises Cambodian, Vietnamese, and Muslim minorities. The market, gas station, and school are also floating. They move up and down depending on the season. In the rainy season, Tonle Sap lake reaches 10,000 square Km, but in the dry season, it’s got only 5,000 square Km. Arrive in Phnom Penh port, afternoon visit Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and National Museum. Overnight in Phnom Penh. Summary : Accommodation: Phnom Penh Hotel Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 18 km

Day 5: Phnom Penh Cycle Tour (35 km)

Breakfast at the hotel. Today be guided through this bustling city to explore the main sights by bike, including Wat Phnom and Cheung Ek killing field. Phnom Penh has got more than 1 million population and the traffic has become very busy now. There is another option to visit the city by van. In the afternoon, visit the Independence Monument, Tuol Sleng Museum, and Russian Market. Overnight in Phnom Penh. Summary : Accommodation: Phnom Penh Hotel Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 35 km Summary : Accommodation: Your account. Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 50 km

Day 7: Takeo - Chau Doc (78km)

Early breakfast. Fill in water and check the visa for Vietnam one more time as the Vietnam visa has to be done in advance. Cycle 53km to Phnom Den border crossing point. Take a break in half for a water stop. After immigration, say goodbye to our Cambodian driver. Lunch at the local restaurant at the border. After lunch, cycle to discover along the Mekong Delta road into the beautiful green countryside. Along the way, you will see rice fields and water buffalos nearby the road. Arrive in Chau Doc, those with energy to spare can climb Sam Mountain for sunset! Dinner and overnight in Chau Doc. Summary : Accommodation: Chau Doc Hotel Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 78 km

Day 8: Chau Doc – Can Tho (50km+cycling)

After breakfast, we leave for the floating houses on the upper Mekong river by boat where we can see plenty of catfishes, and red snappers… breeding under right their houses. What is an amazing life! Then keep boating to visit the Cham village with about 12.000 people who those are weaving sarongs, hats…by hands as keeping their ancestral tradition. Walk to the mosques where Muslims pray and teach Cham kids in Arabic for a while. Then we start cycling along incredible country roads from Chau Doc to Bachuc along the border or re-trace back to triton (depending on road conditions). The cycling starts to gently undulate and mountains begin to loom as you ride out off Chau Doc. The presence of Thotnot trees indicates the growing proximity to Cambodia and the local people speak Vietnamese as their second language. This afternoon, you will cycle to the killing fields of Vietnam at Bachuc, where Polpot’s regime massacred over 3,000 Vietnamese in 1978. Dinner and overnight in Can Tho. Summary : Accommodation: Can Tho Hotel Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 50 km

Day 9: Cantho – Travinh (80km+cycling)

After breakfast, there will be time to explore side tracks and trails as the cycling distance today is not far. This gives a great first impression of the “heart of Mekong”. We take the first short boat trip to Vinh Long, one of the famous fruit towns in the Mekong. Then you bike along narrow country lanes, easy dirt tracks, and trails. This biking is at its most glorious-through tiny orchards, witness colorful life along the riverside, pedal pass picturesque delta homes, pause to chart with welcoming villagers, and clack across innumerable wooden bridges. Cross narrow canals on a local sampan, before finishing at the main ferry for refreshing boat trips across the expansive Co Chien River. Ride the final few km to the very pretty Khmer town of Tra Vinh. Overnight in Tra Vinh. Summary : Accommodation: Tra Vinh Homestay Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Cycling distance: 80 km

Day 10: Tra Vinh – Mytho – Ho Chi Minh (50km+ cycling)

After breakfast, start with a section of biking that cuts off road onto gravel and dirt lanes, and weaves around hamlets, across water channels, and through quiet dense vegetation. This makes for superb biking after a ferry across the graping expanse of Cochien river from Travinh, the pretty tree-lined town with a large population of ethnic Khmer. Then another section of crossing rivers and canals by numerous, ubiquitous, fascinating ferries, we bike through the route takes us through narrow roads and lanes, past banana plantations, fields of sugar cane, through the lush green landscape of the delta. The ride leads us right into the heart of the rural Mekong before arriving at Mytho – the gateway of the Mekong delta to end our cycling trip. From Mytho, we transfer a couple of hours to Ho Chi Minh City to avoid the busy traffic. TOUR ENDS. Summary : Accommodation: Your account. Meals: Breakfast, lunch Cycling distance: 50 km

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