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Siem Reap to Saigon
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16 days
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A socially-conscious 16 day epic cycle across Cambodia and Vietnam taking in the glorious sights and visiting local NGOs along the way. Get on a bicycle, off the beaten track and explore the contrast in countries between Cambodia and Vietnam. With an adventure beginning in Siem Reap, Cambodia, and finishing in Saigon, Vietnam, you can truly explore and uncover the mysteries of these two incredible countries. Get ready to cycle almost 700km across Cambodia and Vietnam. From ancient Angkor Wat to the mighty Mekong Delta, you will be taken on a journey that will push your physical limits, challenge your ethical values and completely open your mind. You are about to go on a journey that may well change your life. And the lives of others.
- CategoryMulti-Activity
- TypeFully Guided
- Duration16 days
- Culture LevelAdventurous
- Skill Level2 - Novice
- Activity Level3 - Active
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainMixed
- Distance435 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance43.5 miles
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Quick Stats
- Duration16 days
- Main DestinationAngkor Wat and Siem Reap
- Distance435 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance43.5 miles
- Elevation2 - Moderate
- TerrainMixed
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Itinerary Details
- Day 1Siem Reap: Arrival day and welcome dinner
Arrive in the vibrant heart of Siem Reap, where a cosmopolitan lifestyle has flourished since Cambodia opened its doors to the world. After being picked up from the airport and taken to the hotel, take some time to relax or explore the city at your own pace. In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a cozy, NGO-supported restaurant. This dining experience not only offers a delicious meal but also supports a training program empowering marginalized youth. Savor an array of traditional local dishes for an authentic taste of Cambodia.
- Accommodation in Siem Reap
- Dinner
- Day 2Siem Reap: Sunrise cycling around the temples of Angkor
Your day starts early at 4:30 AM as you hop on your bike for the first time, but the effort is well worth it. Watching the sunrise over Angkor Wat is a bucket list moment you'll never forget. From there, you'll explore other, perhaps even more awe-inspiring, temples in the area throughout the morning. In the early afternoon, you'll visit your first NGO of the trip, where you'll meet remarkable individuals who have devoted their lives to making a difference. Listen to their inspiring stories and gain deeper insight into the real challenges facing the country.
- 18.6 miles
- Accommodation in Siem Reap
- Breakfast
- Day 3Battambang: River riding, local villages and coffee stops
You will ride out of Siem Reap to the boat port (20km/12.4mi). Traveling across the wetlands and navigating your way around Tonle Sap river is an experience you will never forget. The road soon turns to single track as you get more and more remote. You will farewell the support van and venture on into the rural and barren lands of Cambodia. Few villages exist out here, supporting themselves through sustainable fishing methods. After around a 4hr boat ride, it’s another 20-30km (12.4-18.6mi) to Battambang, depending on the river levels. Battambang is great for shopping, with colonial style streets and hidden secrets where bric-a-brac abounds. Dinner is in another social enterprise based restaurant, Jann Bai, that is often hailed as the best dinner in Cambodia!
Riding today is between 40-50km (25-31mi).
- 24.9 - 31.1 miles
- Accommodation in Battambang
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 4Pursat: Battambang to Banan by bike
After an early breakfast, you’ll make your way along the dusty red back roads to the nearby local attraction of Banan Temple. You’ll cycle back to the town of Battambang to explore a little more and grab lunch at leisure. You’ll get to the town of Pursat by early afternoon and into your hotel to enjoy the swimming pool and on site massage spa. You’ll get a great experience from an amazing NGO, Sustainable Cambodia. A full presentation by the executives in their office and a tour of their facilities. See the difference the NGO makes first hand. Be inspired by the real difference made by real people.
- 31.1 miles
- Accommodation in Pursat
- Breakfast
- Day 5Cycling into Phnom Penh, riverside villages and Tonle Sap
You will start cycling 75km (46mi) out from Phnom Penh, and ride all the way up to the front door of the hotel. The back roads bring in some of the most spectacular scenery as you pass through villages living on Tonle Sap lake. The ride takes in great coffee stops, endless photo opportunities and a couple of ferries.
- 46.6 miles
- Accommodation in Phnom Penh
- Breakfast and Lunch
- Day 6Friends International, S-21 and Khmer BBQ
You’ll start the day by meeting the incredible people at Friends International and learn about the wonderful work they do within the community. This is a great insight into REAL local everyday issues, from real local everyday heroes. You'll then venture towards the Russian market and move to Tuol Sleng, also known as S-21 Genocide Museum. This devastating chapter of the Khmer Rouge and Cambodian history is emotionally challenging but strongly recommended. There is some free time in the afternoon to process your day, whilst you’ll meet again for a local Khmer BBQ dinner tonight.
- Accommodation in Phnom Penh
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Day 7Chisaur Temple
- Day 8The Bokor Mountain Cycle Challenge
Start the day with an (optional) mammoth Bokor Mountain cycle challenge! It’s 30km to get to the top. The first 10km (6.2mi) is flat, then it just keeps on going up, and up, and up! If cycling uphill doesn’t rock your world, the tour operator can bring your bike in the van and you can cycle down! If you feel like taking some time off the bike, Kampot is a great town to caffeinate, people watch and relax.
- 37.3 miles
- Accommodation in Kampot
- Day 9Salt Fields, CLS and Khmer cooking class
- Day 10Salt lakes, pepper farms, live crab markets and white beaches
Today you will cross over the border into Vietnam, but not before discovering the wonderful province of Kep. Located just before the border, this town is famous for it’s fresh seafood, particularly crab. You’ll spend a couple of hours exploring the famous pepper plantations and salt lakes on the way.
Navigating through the back roads, you’ll make your way around the National Park and to the border crossing into Ha Tien, Vietnam. From Ha Tien, you’ll jump in the van and head to Rach Gia for a feast of local seafood and Banh Xeo.
- 40.4 miles
- Accommodation in Rach Gia
- Dinner
- Day 11Cycling the Mekong Delta
Can Tho is where the Mekong Delta truly comes to life! You’ll ride through scenic back roads, cutting through rice paddies and farmland, reaching the city by late afternoon. The cycling route ends about 20km outside the city, but if your energy and daylight allow, you have the option to ride all the way in. Alternatively, you can hop into the van. With over a million residents and a bustling tourist scene, Can Tho buzzes with a unique vibrancy. Take some time to relax and explore this incredible city. For dinner, settle on a patch of grass at the night market and indulge in a tasting feast of delectable street food!
- 49.7 - 62.1 miles
- Accommodation in Can Tho
- Breakfast
- Day 12Sunrises, floating markets, noodle factories and cocoa farms
You’ll spend the morning at the floating markets, experiencing the authentic daily hustle as locals trade, sell, and buy goods—not a staged performance, but real life in action. Afterward, you’ll visit a noodle factory, where you can try your hand at making your own noodles, followed by a stop at cocoa farms just before lunch. The afternoon is yours to unwind—relax, enjoy a massage, and immerse yourself in the local culture!
- Accommodation in Can Tho
- Breakfast
- Day 13More Mekong cycling and a local homestay
You’ll spend the day leisurely exploring the tranquil oasis of the Mekong Delta. From the coconut candy factories of Ben Tre to the serene canals and floating markets of My Tho, it’s all about relaxation and discovery. Using Ben Tre as your base, you’ll steer clear of the crowds in My Tho and immerse yourself in the charm of this unique region. The full-day ride from Can Tho takes you through the intricate maze of the Delta, arriving in Ben Tre around 5 PM. Here, you’ll unwind with a local family in their home (with private rooms) and even join an impromptu cooking class to prepare and enjoy delicious local dishes!
- 52.8 - 62.1 miles
- Accommodation in Ben Tre
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Day 14Cycling into Saigon
You’ll start early to beat the heat and dodge as much traffic as possible. First stop: a coconut candy factory, where you can learn about this sweet local treat, either arriving by van or bike. Cycling into Saigon for the final ride of your tour is a one-of-a-kind experience. Ho Chi Minh City offers a glimpse of what the world might look like if cars didn’t dominate, with entire lanes and roads dedicated to two-wheelers. The last 15km of cycling is optional, so if the traffic feels intimidating, you can hop into the van—about half the group usually does. Your hotel is centrally located, just a short walk from the Street Food Market, where you’ll enjoy dinner and live music to end the day.
- 49.7 - 62.1 miles
- Accommodation in Saigon
- Breakfast
- Day 15Mekong Quilts and KOTO
You’ll visit the final NGO of the trip, Mekong Plus. Operating in both Cambodia and Vietnam, this grassroots organization focuses on providing a hand up, not a handout. Their social enterprise trains beneficiaries to create quilts, handicrafts, and bamboo bicycles. Mekong Plus takes a holistic approach, offering education scholarships, vocational training, microfinance programs, and social enterprise opportunities. The rest of the day is yours to explore at your own pace. Ho Chi Minh City offers a vibrant mix of local markets, grand shopping centers, museums, and attractions to discover. In the evening, we’ll gather for dinner to share stories and photos and decide together how the donation money will be allocated.
- Accommodation in Saigon
- Breakfast and Dinner
- Day 16Departure Day