Our bicycle tour of Cambodia is an incredible way to see Cambodia. Starting and finishing in Bangkok, we drive to the border at Aranyapratet before starting a ride through the length of Cambodia. As well as discovering the fascinating cities of Battambang, Siem Reap and Phnom Penh we take time to explore the temple complexes of Angkor. Riding south through the countryside, we explore Takeo, Kampot, and the deserted casino at Bokor. After relaxing on the beach in Sihanoukville, we take a boat to Koh Khong before crossing the border into Thailand and transferring back to Bangkok
Highlight:
Sisophon - Battambang - Siem Reap - Phnom Penh - Takeo - Kampot - Koh kong
Tour Price Includes:
- All hotels (twin share or dorm ) and meals specified
- Cycle support by a/c vehicles
- All entrances to museums and sites mentioned including 3 day temple pass
- All water and snacks whilst riding
- Cambodian English speaking guide
- English speaking SpiceRoads Tour Leader (for 6 pax or more)
- All meals mentioned
Tour Price Excludes:
- International Flights
- Departure Tax
- Visa Fees
- Bike hire or spares
- Alcoholic, and other beverages in the evenings
- Tips for guides.
- Personal travel insurance
- Any services not mentioned in itinerary
Accommodation:
Hotels.
TOUR SUMMARY
Our bicycle tour of Cambodia is an incredible way to see Cambodia. Starting and finishing in Bangkok, we drive to the border at Aranyapratet before starting a ride through the length of Cambodia. As well as discovering the fascinating cities of Battambang, Siem Reap and Phnom Penh we take time to explore the temple complexes of Angkor. Riding south through the countryside, we explore Takeo, Kampot, and the deserted casino at Bokor. After relaxing on the beach in Sihanoukville, we take a boat to Koh Khong before crossing the border into Thailand and transferring back to Bangkok
RIDING PROFILE
We ride approximately 650 km mostly on asphalt roads in various states of repair. Most of the rides are on flat terrain through interesting countryside. There is very little traffic outside of Phnom Penh and Sihanoukville and most of the time we share the roads with ox carts and other cyclists. The trip is point-to-point, apart from the loops ridden at Angkor, and fully supported by supported by a well-equipped air-conditioned support bus.
Detail Itinerary
Day 1: Bangkok - Sisophon 40 km [L,D]
Arrive or meet in Siem Reap on morning flight and transfer to hotel. Afternoon ride to Angkor, Angkor Thom, the South Gate, the Bayon, Baphoun, the Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King. After picnic lunch cycle to Banteay Kdei, Ta Prohm, Ta Keo and back to Siem Reap. Return by car to see at sunset from Phnom Bakheng.
Day 2: Sisophon - Battambang 80 km [B,L,D]
Ride south to Battambang crossing streams and bridges.
Day 3: Battambang - Siem Reap [B, L, D]
Ride to Tonle Sap Lake. Take short cruise through floating villages. Lunch at floating village. On the return ride, stop at workshops of Artisans d’Angkor (wood and stone carving). AND/OR visit Landmine Museum of Mr.
Day 4: Siem Reap 42 km [B,L]
Ride "Grand Circuit" visiting Angkor Wat in the morning then Angkor Thom, Ta Prom and a host of lesser temples.
Day 5: Siem Reap 75 km [B,L,D]
Ride to rarely visited temples that loops back to Siem Reap via Phnom Koulen Mountains and Bantey Serei. Lunch at a local restaurant near Bantey Serei. Follow quiet dirt roads away from tourists passing many rural communities. Dinner at the New Foreign Correspondents Club (FCC).
Day 6: Siem Reap - Phnom Penh [B,L,D]
Transfer to the Vietnamese floating village before catching the afternoon boat to Phnom Penh across Tonle Sap and along the Tonle River. Ride to our hotel in the centre of town. Afternoon is at leisure.
Day 7: Phnom Penh 35km [B]
Early risers can cycle with the guides for a tour taking in Toel Sleng and the Killing Fields. The afternoon and evening are free to explore town
Day 8: Phnom Penh - Takeo 75 km [B,L,D]
Ride along side Mekong River into Cambodia's rural heartland. Visit Tonle Bati, an Angkor period temple. Cycle to arrive Takeo.
Day 9: Takeo - Kampot 95 km [B,L,D]
Head north to Takeo province. Ride along country back roads eventually reaching Kompot.
Day 10: Kampot 95 km [B,L,D]
Two options for guest: The Bokor Challenge: a 40 km hill climb up Bokor Mountain (25 km of climbing), explore a French hill station and ride downhill through jungle roads to Kompot. Or leisurely ride to Kep-sur-mer, a flat 50 km loop.
Day 11: Kampot - Sihanoukville 96 km [B,L,D]
Ride along the coast passing fishing villages and rice fields. After 60 km, hit main road and cycle south to Sihanoukville. Lunch on the beach
Day 12: Sihanoukville - [B]
Two options: chill out at beach in Sihanoukville or take bike and explore town and countryside. Dinner is choice of guest.
Day 13: Sihanoukville - Koh Kong [B,D]
Free morning to enjoy Ochiteal beach. Take boat to Koh Kong in the afternoon. In the evening we have a farewell dinner in a local restaurant in Koh Kong.
Day 14: Koh Kong [B,L] - Bangkok
Final ride is across bridge to Thailand. Cross border in the morning transfer to Bangkok. Arrive Bangkok around 6.00 pm.
* B - Breakfast; L - Lunch; D - Dinner
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