Along the way, you can visit the bustling city of Can Tho and explore the famous floating markets of the Mekong Delta. Continue your journey towards Ho Chi Minh City, where you can delve into the history and culture of Vietnam. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Cu Chi Tunnels, the War Remnants Museum, and the vibrant Ben Thanh Market.

It's important to plan your cycling tour carefully, ensuring you have the necessary visas and travel documents for both Cambodia and Vietnam. Research the best routes, road conditions, and weather patterns in advance. Pack essential gear, including a reliable bike, safety equipment, and sufficient supplies for the journey.

Cycling from Siem Reap to Ho Chi Minh City is an extraordinary adventure that will allow you to experience the beauty, history, and cultural richness of both Cambodia and Vietnam. So, hop on your bike, embrace the rhythm of the road, and let this cycling tour be a memorable journey through Southeast Asia!

Day 1 : Siem Reap Arrival ( D )

You will arrive and stay in the heart of the cosmopolitan lifestyle that has been thrust on Siem Reap since the country has opened up to the outside world. After you are picked up from the airport and taken to the hotel, take some time to relax or explore the city before meeting for a welcome dinner. Dinner is at one of Siem Reap’s best restaurants, Marum. It’s part of the Friends International social enterprise projects, providing vocational training for marginalized youth.

Accommodation : Tanei Boutique Villa, Siem Reap

Day 2 : Sunrise cycling to Angkok Wat Teample ( B , L )

Sunrise is from 4.30am as you hit the bikes for the first time, but it is so worth it. Sunrise over Angkor Wat is a bucket list achievement for good reason. From here you’ll venture on to other, and arguably more impressive, temples in the area for the remainder of the morning. In the early afternoon you’ll have the chance to visit your first NGO of the trip. You will spend time with these incredibly inspirational people that have dedicated their lives to helping others. Hear their stories and understand what the real issues of the country are.

Accommodation : Tanei Boutique Villa, Siem Reap

Cycling distance  :18.6 miles

Day 3 : Siem Reap  - Battambang ( B , L  )

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).

Accommodation : Holiday Hotel., Battambang

Cycling distance  :25 miles

Day 4 : Battambang - Banan ( B , L  )

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.

Accommodation : KM Hotel, Pursat

Cycling distance  : 31 miles

Day 5 : Cycling In To Phnom Penh ( B , L )

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. For dinner, it’s a feast of tarantula’s and crickets at the famous Romdeng restaurant, a social enterprise restaurant from the friends International team.

Accommodation : Mito Hotel, Phnom Penh

Cycling distance  : 47 miles

Day 6 : Phnom Penh City Tour ( B ,L  )

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 and feast on a selection of local meats and vegetables, cooked at the group table on a communal BBQ.

Accommodation : Mito Hotel, Phnom Penh

Cycling distance  : 0 miles

Day 7 : Phom Penh - Kampot ( B , L )

Your cycling day takes you south of Phnom Penh to Chisaur Mountain Temple in rural Cambodia. You will casually cycle through remote villages and waterways, via narrow dirt tracks. This temple, at the top of a 130m (426ft)  'mountain' was built in the 11th century, about 200 years prior to Angkor Wat. You’ll have a late lunch at the base of the mountain and then jump in the van to get into Kampot for the early evening for you to explore the culinary delights of coastal Kampot at your leisure.

Accommodation : Vibola Guesthouse or similar, Kampot

Cycling distance  : 41 miles

Day 8 : Kampot Cycling To Borkor Mountain ( B , L )

Start the day with an (optional) mammoth Bokor Mountain cycle challenge! It’s 40km (24.8mi) 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! Whilst at the top, you can take some time to explore the French ghost town of Bokor Hill Station in Preah Monivong National Park. If you feel like taking some time off the bike, Kampot is a great town to caffeinate, people watch and relax.

Accommodation : Vibola Guesthouse or similar, Kampot

Cycling distance  : 37 miles

Day 9 : Kampot - NGO ( B , L )

Start the day with an (optional) mammoth Bokor Mountain cycle challenge! It’s 40km (24.8mi) 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! Whilst at the top, you can take some time to explore the French ghost town of Bokor Hill Station in Preah Monivong National Park. If you feel like taking some time off the bike, Kampot is a great town to caffeinate, people watch and relax.

Accommodation : Vibola Guesthouse or similar, Kampot

Cycling distance  : 6 miles

Day 10 : Kampot Crossing Border To Rach Gia ( Vietnam ) ( B , L )

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. Arrive Rach Gia after crossing the border. From Ha Tien, you’ll jump in the van and head to Rach Gia for a feast of local seafood and Banh Xeo.

Accommodation : Dai Luong in Rach Gia

Cycling distance  : 41 miles

Day 11 : Rach Gia - Can Tho ( B , L )

Can Tho is where the Mekong Delta really comes into it’s own! To get there you will cut through the back roads of rice paddies and farm land, arriving in the city by late afternoon. With a population of over a million and a thriving tourist trade, Can Tho has a vibrancy about it like none other. The ride finishes about 20km (12.4mi) out of the city, but if your legs and daylight permit, there’s an option to continue all the way in, making today's ride 100km (62mi) if you dare!

In the evening you can relax and explore this amazing city. For dinner, you’ll pull up a patch of grass at the night market and treat yourself to a degustation of delightful street food!

Accommodation : Ninh Kieu in Can Tho

Cycling distance  : 50 miles

Day 12 : Can Tho Tour ( B , L )

This morning you'll have a fantastic boat tour and catch the floating markets for sunrise. You'll enjoy having your breakfast brought to you on the water! Following that, you’ll visit the noodle factory where you’ll have a chance to make your own noodles and the cocoa farms just before lunch.

Another free afternoon today where you can choose to sit and relax, grab a massage or take a wander through the market.

Accommodation : Ninh Kieu in Can Tho

Cycling distance  : 0 miles

Day 13 : Can Tho - Ben Tre ( B , L , D )

This morning you'll have a fantastic boat tour and catch the floating markets for sunrise. You'll enjoy having your breakfast brought to you on the water! Following that, you’ll visit the noodle factory where you’ll have a chance to make your own noodles and the cocoa farms just before lunch.

Another free afternoon today where you can choose to sit and relax, grab a massage or take a wander through the market.

Accommodation : Homestay

Cycling distance  : 53 miles

Day 14 : Ben Tre - Saigon ( Ho Chi Minh City ) ( B , L )

You’ll start early to beat the heat and some traffic. Cycling into Saigon for the last cycle day of the tour is an incredible experience. Ho Chi Minh is what the world would look like if cars weren’t invented. With whole lanes and roads dedicated to two wheels, it is the city of the future as the population grows. The last 12 km (7.5mi) will be where you can rest up and transit into the city center itself via the support van. Your boutique hotel is in the heart of the city, just a short stroll from the Street Food Market for dinner and a live band.

Accommodation : Tripwriter, Saigon

Cycling distance  : 49 miles

Day 15 : Ho Chi Minh City Tour ( B , L )

At 8.00 am : Our Guide and car will meet you at your hotel in HCM city center and start the tour to explore HCM city. The first place to visit in the tour will be the Reunification Palace, which was the former residence of the President of South Vietnam until end of the war in April 1975 . After Reunification Palace, you can walk to see some French colonial structures including Notre Dame Cathedral, the Old Central Post Office. Continue on to Chinatown, Thien Hau pagodas, which is dedicated to the Goddess of the Sea. Explore the highlights of this fascinating area, beginning with intricate friezes, carved tableau and impressive incense coils make for some great photos. Then observe street life through the narrow streets to Binh Tay market that sells everything from clothes to dried squid.

Accommodation : Tripwriter, Saigon

Cycling distance  : 0 miles

Day 16 : Ho Chi Minh City - Departure ( B )

Congratulations! You’ve cycled across two countries, covered almost 700km (434mi) in the saddle and more than scratched the surface as to what these fantastic countries are about. You’ll enjoy a final breakfast together before you're on your way home. Departure airport transfer.

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