Accommodation

6 Nights Accommodation Each and every night you will retreat to accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room in our selected hotel. These are recommended properties only – You can mix hotel categories throughout your holiday .

Guide

Experienced English-speaking, a local guide will host you on this trip who are well-spoken, very knowledgeable, and charming.

Transport

Support Vehicle: An air-conditioned backup support vehicle is always available for tired riders and to carry your luggage. Bikes: The bikes you will be riding are well-known makes of hybrid or mountain bikes (depending on the tour) with a class-leading lightweight build and powerful hydraulic disc brakes, 24- to 27-speed gearing, v-brakes and Shimano components, and front suspension. Our mechanic will also make sure that your bike is perfectly adjusted for the fit and handling you prefer.

Meals

Meals are characterized by fresh, seasonal ingredients, prepared in a simple, classic style of Cambodia. Western food is also available during the trip. Dietary Requirement If you have any specific food requirements (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies), please inform us in advance so that we can provide a notice to the restaurant or hotel where you will be served. 6 Breakfasts 5 Lunches 1 Dinner

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Others

Visa or visa arrangements Sunscreen, mosquito repellent, hats, and protective clothing Camera/video entrance fees Personal expenses (drinks, laundry, telephone, tips, etc) Other services not clearly indicated in the package inclusions above

Flights

Flights before and after the tour are not included in the tour price. You can organize your flights separately at any point.

Insurance

Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. As medical facilities in Cambodia are rather limited, so it is imperative for you to take out a good medical insurance policy when traveling.

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Day 1 Arrive In Luang Prabang
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrive In Luang Prabang

We will meet you at the Luang Prabang International Airport and transfer you directly to your hotel. Our guide will meet in the afternoon to brief everyone thoroughly and make sure the bikes fit.

Then, we take a short transfer out of town and start a nice, easy ride along the Mekong River to get accustomed to riding in Laos. We will have a welcome dinner at a local Charity vocational training restaurant.

Today’s Ride: 12 km (7 miles)

Meals: Dinner

Hotel: Sala Prabang Hotel
Day 2 Cycle To Kuang Si Waterfall
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cycle To Kuang Si Waterfall

A one and half hour trip to Kuang Si Falls for a dip in the brilliant blue ice-cold waters is a must-see in Laos.

We will stop at the Laos Water Buffalo Dairy on the way back from the city for a tour of this rare and interesting community project that educates locals in animal husbandry and welfare, helps provide valuable income and diversification to remote rural villages, and makes some truly amazing Ice Cream!

Luang Prabang remains one of Asia’s most beautiful historic towns, earning it the status of a World Heritage Site in 1995. Rising from the confluence of the Mekong and Nam Khan Rivers, it is popular for its many temples and preserved French colonial architecture. There are also ancient monasteries and a Royal Palace Museum.

Today’s Ride: 60 km (37 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Sala Prabang Hotel
Day 3 Luang Prabang - Kiu Kacham - Kasi
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Luang Prabang - Kiu Kacham - Kasi

Today, we embark on a two-hour transfer by minivan to bring you up to the highlands of Kiu Kacham, at an altitude of 1350 meters. During the first stretch of this journey, you will be cycling through the mountainous terrain between 1000 and 1400 meters to reach Phou Khoun. You will traverse hilltops and soak in stunning views as you make your way there.

After the incredible ascent of Phou Khoun, you will be rewarded with an extended downhill stretch that offers stunning views of the surrounding landscape and brings you to the picturesque valley of Kasi. There are three different starting points for this day’s ride, so you can make your decision on which one to begin with the evening before.

Today’s Ride: 60 km (37 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Pha Khouay Resort
Day 4 Kasi – Vang Vieng
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kasi – Vang Vieng

Today, we’ll cycle a much shorter distance on the gentle rolling hills that will lead us to Vang Vieng. If all goes according to plan, we should arrive at our destination just in time for lunch.

In the afternoon, you can choose to explore and relax at either of the stunning Tham Xang or Tham Hoi caves, which are situated among a captivating backdrop of the Nam Song River. Sip on a refreshing Lao beer while taking in the incredible sight of the majestic mountains that you have just crossed. Watch as the sun gradually sets in the horizon and marvel at its beauty.

Today’s Ride: 48 km (30 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Bearlin Bungalows
Day 5 Vang Vieng - Ban Kuene
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Vang Vieng - Ban Kuene

Today, we cycle to the remarkable ’sea of Laos’: the 250 square kilometer artificial Lake Nam Ngum. A 2 hour boat ride brings you to the dam, where you’ll find some amazing fish restaurants and get to experience a splendid view of the lake.

After enjoying a delicious lunch, we embark on a breathtaking journey down a secluded back road surrounded by lush valleys and quaint villages. As the day draws to a close, you arrive at the hotel situated along the tranquil banks of Nam Ngum River. Here, you will be able to relax in complete comfort as you spend the night in a beautiful setting.

Today’s Ride: 45 km (28 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Vansana Nam Ngum Hotel
Day 6 Ban Kuene - Vientiane
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Ban Kuene - Vientiane

Today, you have the unique experience of cycling through the lush and picturesque paddy fields in the stunning Phou Khao Khouay mountain range before reaching Vientiane, the capital city of Laos. You will have a chance to ride through the charming suburbs of this buzzing and historically significant city, eventually making your way to its center situated along the banks of the majestic Mekong.

After a long and exciting journey, we finally arrived in the capital city in the late afternoon, giving us ample time to explore some of its wonderful sights in Vientiane.

Today’s Ride: 65 km (40 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Xaysomboun Boutique Hotel & Spa
Day 7 Trip Concludes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Trip Concludes

Today we can rest, relax and take coffee overlooking the Mekong before we make sure we depart the airport for an onward journey.

Meals: Breakfast

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Cycle Laos Backroads

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Itinerary of your trip Cycle Laos Backroads

Arrive In Luang Prabang

Cycle To Kuang Si Waterfall

Luang Prabang - Kiu Kacham - Kasi

Kasi – Vang Vieng

Vang Vieng - Ban Kuene

Ban Kuene - Vientiane

Trip Concludes

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