Day 1: Siem Reap - Angkor Complex (25km) Day 2: Banteay Srei & One Thousand Lingas (90km by bicycle) Day 3: Siem Reap-Phnom Penh Day 4: Phnom Penh – Kirirom (70km) Day 5: Kirirom-Sihanouk Ville (75km) Day 6: Sihanouk Ville – Ream National Park (50km) Day 7: Sihanouk Ville – Free Day Day 8: Sihanouk Ville – Phnom Penh
Day 1: Siem Reap - Angkor Complex (25km)
Depart from the hotel on the main road and cycle through Angkor pass check point. Cycle through the shady road with a little pumping because of the a few pot-holes. There you will begin to see Kravan temple, Banteay Kdei, and stop at the famous Ta Phrom, embraced by the roots of enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers. Visit Ta Phrom (45 minutes-1 hour). It was built in 12th century by the famous King Jayavarvan VII indicated to his mother. While clearing back the forest archaeologists decided to leave the vegetation of Ta Phrom in place to serve as a reminder of how the original discoverers found it and the other Angkor temples. Many of the trees have grown around and through the remains and soar high above the temples. Continue the cycle through small circuit passing Ta Keo temple, Chao Say Tevoda, Tommanon before reaching to Angkor Thom city. There you will see, Terrace of Leper King, Terrace of Elephant, Baphoun, Phimean Akas. Stop at Bayon temple and start the visit (45 minutes-1 hour). Angkor Thom built by Cambodia's great king, Jayavarman VII. Overnight in Siem Reap.
Day 2: Banteay Srei & One Thousand Lingas (90km by bicycle)
Breakfast at the hotel. Depart from the hotel on the main road. Arrive at Angkor Wat and turn left to the west. Continue to cycle 2km before turn right to the rural road. The road is good for cycling as you can avoid the busy traffic but you can see rice field, village, pagoda. Arrive in Banteay Srei before lunch. Visit (45 minutes) Banteay Srei temple known as women citadel (built in 967 A.D dedicated to Brahma). While some of temples are impressive because of their sheer size, Banteay Srei stands alone in the quality of its construction and decoration. Its pink sandstone walls are decorated with what some consider the best carving of all, and still an excellent state of preservation preservation. On the way back, cycle on the main road to visit Banteay Samre and Landmine Museum of Mr. Akira. Mr. Ra is dedicated to clearing the Cambodian countryside of landmines laid during the years of conflict and relies entirely on visitors' donation to fund his work. Overnight in Siem Reap (B,L,D)
Day 3: Siem Reap-Phnom Penh
Transfer for speedboat to Phnom Penh crossing Tonle Sap lake. One of the interesting boat trip on biggest fresh water latke in Southeast Asia. The boat takes about 6 hours which has toilet, air-con and life jacket. Afternoon, visit National Museum, Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Overnight in Phnom Penh. (B,L,D)
Day 4: Phnom Penh – Kirirom (70km)
Breakfast at the hotel. We transfer to Kampong Speu and start cycling from the gasoline station on the road No.4 to Kirirom National Park to visit Chombok community activities with the representative of the project to learn about the indigenous culture and the history of the area and the daily life of the people living in the community. Overnight at home-stay and experience rural Cambodia at its most authentic. (B,L,D)
Day 5: Kirirom-Sihanouk Ville (75km)
Early morning to see the bird and walking 1km to enjoy variety of different attractions including a 40m high water fall, variety of plants and animals while discovering the breathtaking nature and landscape. Continue cycling to Sihanouk Ville. We transfer by van at the the junction road to Sre Ambel and keep the hill part for the next day when we are fresh. (B,L,D)
Day 6: Sihanouk Ville – Ream National Park (50km)
Breakfast at the hotel and early morning enjoy swimming at the beach. Then cycle 25km through 3 hills to take the boat trip at Ream National Park to visit the mangrove forest. Relax at the quiet beach before hiking 45 minutes to 1 hour through the jungle to the village where lunch is prepared with local family. Relax on the boat and observe patiently to see the dolphin. Afternoon, return back to Sihanouk Ville for relaxing at the beach.
Day 7: Sihanouk Ville – Free Day
Breakfast at the hotel. Free day to relax at the beach and explore the town on your own. (B)
Day 8: Sihanouk Ville – Phnom Penh
Breakfast at the hotel. Free until transfer to Phnom Penh. It takes about 3 hours.
Rates are quoted in US Dollar per person:
Book the Cheaper Option and save from 4% to 3% (depending on your group size)
Tour Cost
USD721 Per Person - Single Supplement USD96
Bike Rental
USD70 (Trek 4300-4500, year 2008 & 2009)
Total Distance
Approx 300 km
Number of cycling days
6 full days
Road Surface
This tour mostly follows asphalt roads, and one dirt road passing the countryside and the rice field. The back road along the river and village is small but good enough for cycling, less busy. A little bit sandy.
Support
Support van including spare part, cool box and back up service
Group
Minimum 2. Maximum 15.
Staff
Groups of 6 or more, a Cycling Tour Leader, plus English-speaking cycling guide, drivers and assistants. Groups below 4-5 will be led by our local guide and our local support team.
Food
As mentioned in the above itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch and D=dinner)
Children
Children under 12-years old are not allowed to join this tour.
Rates include:
- Accommodation 3* star in sharing room, 1 night home-stay
- Transportation for transfer and tour
- Support van, cool box, back up service
- Cycling experienced guide
- Meals as mentioned in the above itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch and D=dinner)
- All boat trips & boat transfer
- All entrance fee and temple pass
Price exclusion:
- International Flights
- Departure Tax $25 (international)
- Visa Fees $20 (issued on arrival)
- Alcoholic, and other beverages during meals
- Tips for guides.
- Personal travel insurance
- Any services not mentioned in itinerary
Booking Condition:
- Confirmation of room & price are subject to space availability at the time of booking only
- All rates are subject to change without prior notices, according to increasing of VAT or government tax.
- All above itinerary is flexible, depending on arrival or departure flights of passengers
- Ground operator reserved the right to amend or adjust itinerary to match with real situation
