Cycling Vietnam & Cambodia

Overview

A guided bike tour from Saigon to Angkor Wat across the Mekong Delta. This cycling journey follows timeless routes, riding quiet backroads through Vietnam’s 'Rice Bowl', where floating markets still brim with fruit and families turn coconuts into candy by hand. Crossing the border, you’ll arrive at Angkor, a city of stone towers and jungle temples, and watch the sunrise over the ancient gates. As you ride along these old waterways, you’ll pass merchants, farmers, and villages that keep local traditions alive, discovering Southeast Asia’s living culture and beauty one mile at a time. Accommodations include comfortable hotels in city centers and local boutique properties. Each one is chosen for its location and easy access to local sights and dining. Bicycles include Trek Marlin 7, or similar (Alpha Silver Aluminum alloy frame, Bontrager Verse Short seat, SRAM SX Eagle 12-speed rear derailleur, Shimano MT200 hydraulic disc brakes, Maxxis Ardent tires) or Giant Fathom Electric Mountain Bike, or similar (ALUXX Aluminium frame, SyncDrive Sport 70Nm motor, 80 - 100km range, RideControl One ANT+ controller, RideControl Dash display, EnergyPak Smart 500 battery, Shimano Deore rear derailleur, Tektro HD-M280 hydraulic disc brakes, Maxxis Rekon 29x2.4″ tires). Includes accommodations for 11 nights, all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners as detailed in the itinerary (B, L, D), high-quality mountain bike and helmet, support vehicle for luggage, gear, and on-route assistance, experienced English-speaking cycle guides and mechanics, entrance fees and boat trips as noted, speedboat ticket from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh, and water, snacks, soft drinks, and fresh fruit on ride days. The route uses mostly quiet, paved roads and rural paths, with only short sections on hard-packed dirt or concrete village tracks. Terrain is mostly flat through the Mekong Delta and Tonle Sap areas, with gentle hills near the highlands and Angkor. Daily rides average 37–50 miles with moderate climbs. An e-bike makes longer days and small hills easy, and a support van is always available if needed. Southern Vietnam and Cambodia have a warm, tropical climate year-round, with average highs between 75–90°F (24–32°C). The dry season (November–April) brings clear skies and lower humidity. The green season (May–October) has short, refreshing rains that keep the countryside lush. Traveling to Vietnam and Cambodia requires some preparation. To enter Vietnam, you need a passport valid for at least six months beyond your planned departure and at least two blank pages. Most travelers use Vietnam’s electronic visa (e-visa) system. For Cambodia, you will purchase a visa on arrival when you enter by boat. Bring a passport photo and valid cash in good condition for the visa fee.

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Accommodation & Services

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What's Included