Mekong to Cambodia Bike Tour
Embark on an unforgettable journey through two of Southeast Asia’s most captivating countries: Vietnam and Cambodia. This immersive cycling tour takes you through the lush Mekong Delta in southern Vietnam, before crossing into Cambodia’s scenic south coast and finishing at the magnificent temples of Angkor.
Designed for travelers who enjoy exploring at a relaxed pace, this tour offers the perfect balance of activity and cultural discovery. Pedal through rice paddies, visit charming fishing villages, cruise along the Tonle Sap River, and unwind in peaceful countryside cafés. With a blend of vibrant landscapes and ancient landmarks, this is a truly enriching biking adventure.
Tour Highlights
💎 Stay in top luxury hotels in Vietnam and Cambodia.
🌆 Discover Saigon and Phnom Penh’s rich culture and history.
🚲 Cycle through quiet villages and scenic countryside.
🚤 Explore Cai Rang floating market by boat.
🌿 Visit Angkor Wat and hidden jungle temples by bike.
🍜 Taste authentic local street food and specialties.
Day 2: Saigon City Tour & Cu Chi Tunnels
• Cu Chi Tunnels Visit
Depart from your hotel and drive about 1.5 hours northwest to the famous Cu Chi Tunnels, an immense underground network used during the Vietnam War. Explore the narrow passageways, hidden trapdoors, and underground bunkers. Learn how the tunnels served as living quarters, supply routes, and even hospitals. You’ll also have a chance to crawl through a section of the tunnels (optional) and see displays of war relics.
• Saigon City Highlights
Return to Ho Chi Minh City and visit some of its most iconic landmarks:
Reunification Palace – Former residence of the South Vietnamese president.
Notre Dame Cathedral & Central Post Office – Beautiful French colonial architecture.
War Remnants Museum – Insight into Vietnam’s wartime history.
Meals: B/L | Stay: Lasiesta Saigon
Day 3: Saigon – Tra Vinh
Transfer to My Tho and cycle through the Mekong Delta, passing rice fields, orchards, and small ferries. Visit a local family using coconut for crafts. Enjoy a cooking class in the evening.
Cycling: 50 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: Coco Riverside Lodge
Day 4: Tra Vinh – Can Tho
Cycle deeper into the delta past pagodas, plantations, and waterways. Stop for local snacks and lunch. End the day with a transfer to Can Tho.
Cycling: 60 km | Meals: B, L | Stay: Victoria Can Tho
Day 5: Can Tho – Chau Doc
Morning boat ride to Cai Rang Floating Market. Cycle through villages and rice paddies with stops at temples and local farms. Visit Cham communities if time allows.
Cycling: 50 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: Victoria Chau Doc
Day 6: Chau Doc – Ha Tien
Ride through scenic countryside to Tra Su forest reserve. Explore by sampan boat (if time permits). Continue to Ha Tien.
Cycling: 60 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: River Hotel
Day 7: Ha Tien – Kep (Border Crossing)
Cross the Vietnam-Cambodia border. Meet the Cambodian team. Enjoy a relaxed coastal ride through salt flats to Kep.
Cycling: 30 km | Meals: B, L | Stay: Sabbay Kep
Day 8: Kep – Takeo
Ride through beautiful countryside, lotus farms, and lakes to Takeo.
Cycling: 60 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: Meas Homestay
Day 9: Takeo – Phnom Penh
Cycle past lotus farms and rice fields. Visit Phnom Chiso Temple and the Killing Fields before arriving in Phnom Penh.
Cycling: 60 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: Sofitel Phnom Penh
Day 10: Phnom Penh
Walking tour of Phnom Penh: Independence Monument, Tonle Sap River, National Museum, Royal Palace, and Wat Phnom. Evening free for local dining.
Meals: B, L | Stay: Sofitel Phnom Penh
Day 11: Phnom Penh – Kampong Cham
Cycle along the Mekong through plantations and riverside towns.
Cycling: 60 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: LBN Asian Hotel
Day 12: Kampong Cham – Kampong Thom
Ride to Wat Hanchey, then continue through rubber and cashew plantations. Transfer to Kampong Thom.
Cycling: 50 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: Sambor Village
Day 13: Kampong Thom – Siem Reap
Morning ride to explore Sambor Prei Kuk temples and countryside. Arrive in Siem Reap by evening.
Cycling: 60 km | Meals: B, L | Stay: Borei Angkor
Day 14: Angkor Temples
Cycle around the Angkor complex: Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm. Optional sunset view from Phnom Bakheng.
Cycling: 30 km | Meals: B, L, D | Stay: Borei Angkor
Day 15: Departure from Siem Reap
Optional early sunrise at Angkor Wat. Tour ends.
Meals: Breakfast
What’s included
• All accommodation with daily breakfast at selected hotels
• All biking gear (bike, helmet, tool kit, water cage)
• Flights indicated in the itinerary
• Private tours, transfers and all services as mentioned in the itinerary
• English speaking guides
• Entrance fees for all mentioned sights visited
• Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
• Water, snacks and fresh fruits for cycling days
What’s not included
• Meals other than those mentioned in the itinerary
• Early check-in and late check-out at hotels.
• Personal expenses (such as laundry, telephone, drinks, etc.)
• Tips for guides and drivers
• Personal travel insurance
• Vietnam & Cambodia Visa fee
Itinerary ideas
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Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City. Free time to explore. In the evening, meet your guide at 5 PM for a bike fitting and welcome dinner.
Meals: Dinner | Stay: Lasiesta Saigon
Accommodation options
The itinerary price is based on suggested accommodations, but all tours with Absolute Asia are fully customizable. Our specialists will help you choose options that match your style and budget.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Currently, the E-Visa does not facilitate water border crossings. While you can exit Cambodia with an E-Visa, you cannot enter through this water border. Most nationalities are able to obtain a visa on arrival during the cruise for USD 35 per person (please carry one passport photo). Visit our FAQ section for more information on Cambodian Visas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- We do not organize visas for Cambodia directly. However, we can provide information and guidance on the visa application process and requirements.
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James
17 January 2024 ★★★★★Absolute Asia tours gave us a wonderful tour of Southeast Asia (working with sister-agency My Way Travel based in Vietnam). For our Siem Reap/Angkor Wat journey, our party of two had a private driver and guide named Jak, who was a cheerful and knowledgeable companion, explaining the history, culture, architecture and religious significance of the sites while keeping it always fun. We moved efficiently from site to site, and finished with a boat tour of the fishing village on stilts at Kampong Pluk on the Tonle Sap Lake. During most of our trip we stayed at top-notch locally-owned hotels, but in Siem Reap we were at the excellent local Hyatt hotel. Absolute Asia and My Way Travel our outstanding local providers, less expensive than name-brand group tours, and customized to our interests and schedule.
Hope
2 January 2024 ★★★★★We had an awesome time on cycling tour with AAT! It was incredible, filled with good vibes, laughs & a fantastic way to explore Vietnam & Cambodia. Tony our guide made it special by introducing us to locals and showing us the real charm of these countries. The whole tour was well-organized & the way they took care of us awesome. It's an unforgettable trip and I'll definitely recommend it to anyone who wants to experience the beauty of Southeast Asia.
Nas
1 January 2024 ★★★★★My group of six completed a 30 day cycling tour in Asia with AAT. We traveled form Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket & Saigon to Siem Reap. Every day we pedaled through stunning countryside views, passing villages, fields & limestone karsts. Our guide Tony was fantastic-interesting, friendly & personable. This experience stood out as the highlight of our Asia trip.
