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Airport pick up and drop off (Siem Reap & Phnom Penh) Siem Reap - Angkor Temples guided tour Siem Reap - 3 day Angkor Pass Siem Reap - Banteay Srei & Kbal Spean Siem Reap - Boat tour to the floating village Kampong Thom - Guided tour to Sambor Prei Kok Phnom Penh - Cycle tour to the Silk Island Phnom Penh - Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S21) & Killing Fields Kampot -Visit La Plantation Kampot - Kayaking along Kampot river Shinanukville - A ferry to Koh Rong Island First aid kits per tour guide Support vehicle that follows the day’s route, distributes refreshments and offers lifts

Meals

13 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 1 Dinner 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.

Accommodation

13 Nights Accommodation Accommodation in a shared twin or shared double room in our selected hotel. All hotels are regularly inspected by Siem Reaper’s team to ensure they keep to the very high standards the clients have come to expect. The accommodations are high-quality hotels with very good facilities for the city-center property. Solo Traveler There is no surcharge for single travelers - we will match you with another same-sex single traveler. If you want a single room there is an optional upgrade that you can book.

Guide

Experienced English speaking, local leaders will host you on this trip who are well-spoken, very knowledgeable, and charming. For tours of 6+ people, an assistant guide will accompany the group to allow for flexibility and ensure attention to service & detail.

Transport

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

Hygieneprotocol

We always have your safety and well-being in mind. The COVID-19 crisis showed how well our emergency mechanisms work: All of our guests came back home safe and sound and their feedback confirms that they felt they were in the best of hands with us at all times, even in this difficult situation. Sanitizer is provided for each guest in pocket-sized refillable, which we’ll top up each day to use at your discretion. A reusable and rinsable facemask is also supplied to each guest, but you can also bring your own alternative face covering if you prefer.

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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 Arrival In Siem Reap & Welcome Dinner
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Arrival In Siem Reap & Welcome Dinner

Please look for the Siem Reaper Travel welcome sign at the arrivals gate upon arrival. We will transfer you to your hotel where you can take your time and relax by the pool or venture out for your first exploration of this ancient city. Our tour guide will be waiting to meet you at your hotel promptly at 17:00 hrs to conduct your trip details and join you for a delicious dinner to celebrate the beginning of your exciting journey in Cambodia.

Meal: Dinner

Hotel: Central Corner d’Angkor
Day 2 Cycle The Angkor Backroads
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cycle The Angkor Backroads

After breakfast at the hotel, start your morning ride to Angkor Archaeology Park and enjoy a day of exploring the spectacular temples! Enter the Angkor Thom city through the ancient gate, which is carved with elephants and four giant faces. Then head to Bayon Temple, which is located in the center of the city. Admire its enigmatic faces that represent the 54 provinces of the Great Khmer Empire. Afterward, explore the Terrace of the Elephants and Baphuon Temple, which offer a window into Khmer culture through their sculptures and architecture. Continue our ride through the forest trails and see the jungle-enveloped Ta Prohm. Explore this temple, which is overgrown with jungle trees and was once featured in the Tomb Raider film. You’ll also stop for a lunch break by the tropical garden with a view over the pond. It’s a perfect place to take in your surroundings and relax. Following the lunch break and a rest period, we then set out to visit the iconic Angkor Wat temple. With its rich history and symbolism, it’s also the largest religious monument in the world and the finest example of Khmer architecture. An afternoon visit to the magnificent ancient temple of Angkor Wat will give you a chance to appreciate the vastness and beauty of this UNESCO World Heritage Site without the crowds.

Today’s Ride: 45 km (22 miles)

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel: Central Corner d’Angkor
Day 3 Cycle To Banteay Samre & Banteay Srei Temple
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Cycle To Banteay Samre & Banteay Srei Temple

Today, our bike tour takes us on unpaved roads through rural villages. We cycle on a flat road to the temple of Banteay Samre. From there it goes back on unpaved roads through attractive villages, along with rice fields, and to the temple of Banteay Srei, which is located outside the actual temple city and is made of pink sandstone. The roads are peaceful, narrow, and very pretty all the way to Banteay Srei. There are plenty of beautiful and real country views to see along the way as you cycle past the local markets, schools, villages, and Buddhist temples. Taking a water break under the shade of the tree before we reach Banteay Srei, which is known as the Citadel of Women, this red sandstone temple is one of Angkor’s most significant structures as its walls are decorated with elaborate carvings, which have been preserved remarkably well.

Today’s Ride: 60 km (37 miles)

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel: Central Corner d’Angkor
Day 4 Bike & Boat Tour To The Floating Village
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Bike & Boat Tour To The Floating Village

This morning, we embark on the Siem Reap backroads to the former Angkor city of Roulous Group. The temple was the center of Khmer civilization and was built by the Angkorian king in the 8th century. We explore the three main temples here: Lolei, Preah Ko, and Bakong Temple. We’ll eat lunch at a local house before we continue another 12 km to Tonle Sap Lake to take a short cruise to Kampong Phluk to see the floating villages, where you’ll have an opportunity to learn about life on the water. Tonle Sap Lake is the largest lake in Southeast Asia and offers a unique way of life for those living on Cambodia’s Tonle Sap Lake, which is recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. During the year, the lake supplies water to several provinces for agriculture. In the rainy season, the lake serves as a big water storage, and water flows out through its branches from the lake to the Mekong River and down to the China Ocean. En-route, we take the back road to Siem Reap. The road is the most peaceful part, and you will ride past many stilted houses and pagodas, making this final ride of today full of joy.

Today’s Ride: 40 km (25 miles)

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel: Central Corner d’Angkor
Day 5 Siem Reap – Kampong Thom – Phnom Penh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Siem Reap – Kampong Thom – Phnom Penh

Today, we start the day with a 2.5-hour drive to Kampong Thom, where we will ride through the ancient temple site of Sambor Prei Kuk, one of the most important Pre-Angkorian sites in Cambodia, soon to become the next UNESCO World Heritage Site. The temple was built in the Chenla period between the 6th and 7th centuries. After our guide leads us on a tour through the temples, we enjoy lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we have a beautiful ride through rice paddies and small villages, with locals greeting us as we cycle by. We then hop back into our van for a 4-hour transfer to Phnom Penh. The city is considered one of the most beautiful in the country as it still retains a colonial charm. Cambodia’s capital is a bustling city, majestically located at the confluence of the mighty rivers of the Mekong and Tonle Sap Lake. The city contains many colonial-era buildings that reflect the glory days and add to the allure of the city, where Asian and Western traditions meet in a fascinating way.

Today’s Ride: 50 km (31 miles)

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel: Okay Boutique Hotel
Day 6 Phnom Penh, Cycle The Silk Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phnom Penh, Cycle The Silk Island

Today, we escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and cross the river by ferry boat, making our way towards the north of Phnom Penh and the Silk Islands. After arriving on land, we will bike through orchards and vegetable farms, enjoying the peaceful farmland and learning about the lives of the people who call the Silk Islands home. Along the way, we will park our bikes for some interesting cultural stops as we check out traditional village industries and get a better sense of authentic Cambodian life on these islands. The cooling calm of the island is not only a great respite: it’s also a fun way to learn more about Cambodia’s silk weaving history, stroll through quiet villages, relax on the riverbank, or go for a dip. In the afternoon, we enjoy lunch at a restaurant in the city. Then, take a city tour through the captivating city of Phnom Penh. Explore the highlights of the city’s turbulent history: Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, Wat Phnom and Tuol Sleng Museum.

Today’s Ride: 30 Km (19 miles)

Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Hotel: Okay Boutique Hotel
Day 7 Phnom Penh – Takeo
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Phnom Penh – Takeo

This morning we take a short transfer away from the early morning hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh to the Killing Fields, an extermination camp for political prisoners during the terror reign of the Khmer Rouge. We then start our ride through Takeo province, where we will have time to explore the small yet picturesque Angkorian temples of Ta Prohm and Yeay Peau. Enjoy lunch there before continuing south towards Takeo. En route, visit Chiso Mountain, where you can climb a 180-step to the top of the mountain to explore the well-preserved ruins of a 10th-century Angkorian temple. Enjoy a panoramic view of the countryside, then transfer to Takeo for an overnight there.

Today’s Ride: 50 km (31 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner

Hotel: Alice Villa Hotel
Day 8 Takeo – Kep
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Takeo – Kep

Today, we’ll hop on our bikes and begin cycling to the charming coastal town of Kep. We then spend the day cycling through the backroads, passing villages, beautiful limestone karst scenery, picturesque villages, ethnic Cham settlements, and endless rice fields. We then stop at Kampong Trach to visit the pagoda of Wat Kirisehla, set in the shadows of a karst limestone formation. After our visit, we continue to the old colonial coastal town of Kep, where you’ll have the option to ride through the Kep National Park and take trails over a small mountain range with stunning views of Kep’s beach.

Today’s Ride: 60 km (37 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Veranda Natural Resort
Day 9 Kep - Kampot
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kep - Kampot

This morning, we’ll start our ride on a tarmac road, then continue on dirt and gravel to reach Secret Lake, a man-made reservoir. Then, we continue our ride to the pepper plantation, located in a protected and privileged rural environment, with a breathtaking view and a luxurious tropical garden. Explore the farm with a local expert to learn more about the growing techniques and the origin of the different colors of peppercorns, as well as to understand the traditional and organic growing methods. After taking some time to explore, we’ll have lunch at the farm before transferring to the town of Kampot and exploring Kampot town at our own leisure.

Today’s Ride: 40 km (25 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Villa Vedici
Day 10 Kampot - Sihanoukville - Koh Rong
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Kampot - Sihanoukville - Koh Rong

Today, we depart from the hotel in the southern direction for Sihanoukville. We ride on the tarmac road with the buzz of day-to-day life in Cambodia and the view of the coastline. The blue of the Gulf of Thailand at your left will always wake you up from the hot weather of today as the road is a bit wide open from the shade of the tree. We’ll have lunch at the local hut near the sleepy houses along the way, where your lunch will be offered with very tasty Khmer food. After lunch, you will be transferred to Sihanoukville to catch the speed boat to Koh Rong. For the rest of the day, enjoy yourself at leisure at the beach as today is the last day of your bike ride.

Today’s Ride: 35 km (22 miles)

Meals: Breakfast | Lunch

Hotel: Sok San Beach Resort
Day 11 Free Day On The Island
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Free Day On The Island

Today is the free day of cycling. Relax on the beaches of Koh Rong, Cambodia’s most stunning island, with plenty of wonderful beaches and beautiful water.

The picturesque paradise island of Koh Rong will undoubtedly blow you away on your vacation with its clear emerald beaches, great long sandy stretch, and brilliant sunshine. When visiting Koh Rong, relax on the beautiful beach and sample delicious drinks made with local ingredients.

Meal: Breakfast

Hotel: Sok San Beach Resort
Day 12 Transfer To Phnom Penh - Trip Concludes
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Transfer To Phnom Penh - Trip Concludes

Today, we gather for one final breakfast at our hotel, followed by goodbyes with your guides. Our tour concludes today with a transfer to Phnom Penh. Take the day to reflect upon the rewarding cycling, beautiful coastal views, and cultural immersion that this tour has provided!

Meal: Breakfast

12 days tour

Cycle Cambodia: Angkor To The Beaches

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Itinerary of your trip Cycle Cambodia: Angkor To The Beaches

Arrival In Siem Reap & Welcome Dinner

Cycle The Angkor Backroads

Cycle To Banteay Samre & Banteay Srei Temple

Bike & Boat Tour To The Floating Village

Siem Reap – Kampong Thom – Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh, Cycle The Silk Island

Phnom Penh – Takeo

Takeo – Kep

Kep - Kampot

Kampot - Sihanoukville - Koh Rong

Free Day On The Island

Transfer To Phnom Penh - Trip Concludes

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