Cycle Indochina & Angkor

14 days - from $1750

Cycling in Cambodia, Thailand & VietnamRide between Bangkok, Saigon and the Mekong DeltaVisit the ancient temples of Angkor Wat
This journey takes us across three countries in South East Asia with contrasting histories and subtly different cultures. From the busy streets of Bangkok we head straight for the rolling limestone hills of Thailand's largest National Park, Khao Yai.We continue cycling in Cambodia, passing through shimmering paddy fields to Angkor, the magnificent temple complex at the centre of the former Khmer Empire and one of the world's great historic sites. We reach Phnom Penh, where we encounter stark reminders of Cambodia's more recent past.Arriving in Vietnam, we enter the Mekong Delta, a criss-crossed patchwork of rice paddies and waterways, the so-called 'rice bowl of Vietnam'. We complete our bike holiday in the vibrant city of Saigon where the frenetic pace contrasts with some of the rural areas we have cycled through.

Itinerary:

Day 1 Start Bangkok; transfer to Khao Yai N.P.; short ride. 2 Day ride on jungle roads/trails near Khao Yai. 3 Cycle to Sa Keaw. 4 Ride to Aranyaprathet. 5 Into Cambodia and transfer/ride to Siem Reap. 6-7 Two full days to explore the temple complex of Angkor by bus and bike, including Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, the Bayon and Banteay Srei. 8 Drive to Phnom Penh, stopping at Skuon. 9 Morning sightseeing including Royal Palace, Wat Phnom, Tuol Sleng Museum and the 'Killing Fields'; afternoon free. 10 Transfer to Takeo then cycle to Vietnam border and Chau Doc. 11 Drive/cycle through the Mekong Delta to Vinh Long; catch ferry to homestay. 12 Transfer to Cai Be for floating market; scenic cycle along Mekong riverbank; transfer to Saigon. 13 Free day. 14 End Saigon.

Mode of travel: Average daily distance: 51km (32 miles) No. of days cycling: 10 Vehicle support: 95% Terrain and route: road quality is good tarmac in Thailand and Cambodia. Some easy dirt roads in Vietnam. Conditions will be hot but there are few hills. Traffic levels in South East Asia are higher near the larger towns, so you should be comfortable riding occasionally in traffic. Though many of the roads are in good condition you should expect potholes and poor road conditions on some sections.
Group size: Normally 7 to 18, plus local leaders and local staff.
Accommodation: 10 nights comfortable hotels, 2 nights standard hotels, all with en suite facilities, 1 basic guesthouse on Binh Hoa Phuoc Island to experience some 'Mekong Delta' hospitality, sleeping communally with shared bathroom.
Food: All breakfasts and 1 dinner included.
Optional Single Supplement: from $350.00
Trip Reference: MOC
Reverse Itinerary: trips that run in reverse are specified with an 'R' in the dates and prices table below.
Notes: Local Bike Hire: Trek mountain bikes with front suspension GBP115 paid on booking
Trip Reference: MOC