TRIP INCLUSIVE:

v  Experienced English speaking guide

v  Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle.

v  Bicycle rental and helmet for cycling days. (TREK 4300/4500 Mountain bike)

v  Cruise on Mekong River by shared RV ToumTiou II Cruise

v  Meals as mentioned in the itinerary.

v  Healthy snacks, fresh local fruits and soft drinks for cycling days.

v  Bottled drinking water for sightseeing.

v  All sightseeing entrance fees as stated in the itinerary.

v  Accommodation in twin shared room in hotel with daily breakfast.

v  Simple First Aid Kit.

v  International flight reconfirmation.

TRIP EXCLUSIVE:

v  International flight to/from Cambodia

v  Cambodia visa

v  Travel Insurance. We highly recommend purchasing travel insurance before departure.

v  Personal expenditure (telephone, laundry, shopping and so on…)

v  Tips for guide, driver, porters. We recommend 3 USD/person/day for guide, 2 USD/person/day for driver and 2

      USD/person/hotel when you check in/out.

v  Beverages and alcoholic drinks.

v  Any other services not clearly mentioned in the itinerary or trip inclusions.

Day 1 – Siem Reap

Arrive in Siem Reap.  You will be met at the airport by your guide and transferred to the hotel.

Our cycling adventure starts with an easy 10km ride from Siem Reap to Angkor Wat to explore the temple complex and enjoy a picnic lunch.  After lunch we cycle the circuit between Angkor Wat and Phnom Bakeng, stopping at the Death and Victory Gates, Terraces of the Elephants and Leper King and Srah Srang.  Watch the sunset from Phnom Bakeng before we transfer by road back to your hotel.  Overnight in Siem Reap.

Cycling distance: Approx 38 km

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Accommodation: Tara Angkor

Day 4: Siem Reap- Rolous Temple Group

Today we will spend a full day in the saddle exploring the countryside and hidden temples.  Riding on quiet country roads we will enjoy the peaceful ambience of Cambodia's countryside as we pass through villages and ride past Khmer pagodas, lotus ponds and rice paddies.  We will stop to visit the Rolous Temple Group, the former capital of the Angkor Regime in the 9^th century.  Admire the incredible architecture of the temple ruins before cycling back to town.  Overnight in Siem Reap.

Cycling distance: Approx 40 km

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Tara Angkor

Day 3: Siem Reap – ChnokTru

After breakfast we cycle the short distance from our hotel to Tonle Sap Lake.  Here we board the boat that will be our home for the next 5 nights as we make our way from Tonle Sap down the Mekong to Phnom Penh.  After loading ourselves and our bikes onboard we will cruise to Chnock Tru the largest floating village on Tonle Sap.  Enjoy lunch, dinner and the night onboard the boat.

Cycled distance: Approx 13km

Rating: Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: RV ToumTiou II Cruise

Day 4: Kampong Chnang – Kampong Tralach

Enjoy breakfast on board as we cruise to Kampong Chnang, one of the largest fishing ports on Tonle Sap. We will explore the village and the surrounding area by bike.  As well as fish farming the area is famous for its pottery and the products produced from the Thnot (sugar palm) tree.  The mellow tasting caramel-coloured sugar is sold in large cakes and it also used to produce palm wine.  Returning for lunch on our boat we cruise to Kampong Tralach and disembark to visit the village here before returning to our boat and continuing to cruise downstream toward Koh Dach.

Cycled distance: Approx 25km

Rating: Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: RV ToumTiou II Cruise

Day 5: Koh Dach – Kampong Cham

Following a wholesome breakfast on board, we and our bikes disembark at Koh Dach, a beautiful island well known for its traditional silk weaving.  Our time is spent touring and visiting villages of the local Khmer people where they weave the most wonderful silk scarves.  We then return to our ship for lunch and continue cruise to Kampong Cham. Dinner and overnight on board.

Cycled distance: Approx 25km

Rating: Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: RV ToumTiou II Cruise

Day 6: Kampong Cham

After breakfast, we cycle to the Bamboo Bridge and local market.  We then board a local boat to visit Wat Hanchey, a temple dating back to the 8th century and the Chenla Empire. Located on a hilltop, there are stunning views of the surrounding area.  At the temple we will partake in a traditional water blessing given by local monks. We return to our ship around lunch time.

As the boat cruises leisurely towards Kratie the Ship's Chef will teach us how to book some popular Khmer dishes. Dinner and overnight on board.

Cycled distance: Approx 25Km

Rating: Easy/Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: RV ToumTiou II Cruise

Day 7: Kratie

Watch the beautiful sunrise on the Mekong River as you eat breakfast.  The morning is spent cruising with lunch onboard before arriving at Kratie. 

We disembark with our bikes to explore Kratie, a charming little Mekong River town which is known for sightings of the rare Irwaddy dolphins.  During our tide we visit the pagoda of Wat Roka Kandal.  You can swim in the river if you wish.  Ride back to our boat for dinner than the night.

Cycled distance: Approx 30 km

Rating: Easy/ Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: RV ToumTiou II Cruise

Day 8: Phnom Penh

Today is our last day of our cruise.  We spend the full day cruising to Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia. We will bid a farewell to our friendly host and transfer to our hotel.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation: The Castle hotel

Day 9: Phnom Penh City Cycling Tour

After breakfast, we explore this bustling city's major sights by bike. The tour will include the National Museum of Khmer Art, the Royal Palace and the Silver Pagoda, the ToulSleng Genocide Museum, and the Killing Fields. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Cycling distance: Approx 35 km

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Accommodation:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch,

Accommodation: The Castle hotel

Day 10: Phnom Penh –Kampong Trac- Kep

After a good breakfast transfer to Kampong Trac where we will begin another leg of our cycling journey.  Cycle 47kms to Kep, a small fishing town on the Gulf of Thailand. Formerly a popular French resort town, the seaside resort was practically abandoned to the wilderness, and the lush forest conceals the ruins of gracious colonial villas. After checking in at our hillside hotel, we'll head to the secluded white sand beaches of Koh Tonsai.

Cycling distance: Approx 75 km

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch.

Accommodation: Veranda resort hotel.

Day 11: Kep – Kampot- Ream National Park

Following breakfast, we then continue our stunning trip in the saddle to Kampot, is a small provincial capital situated on the banks of a river with a relaxing and shady boulevards. There are still many French colonial buildings and it has a tranquil atmosphere.  Lunch in town before we carry on pedalling along a quiet road, with lush green backdrop of the Borkor Mountains to Ream National Park.  Here we finish our ride and transfer a short distance to Shihanoukville.

Cycling distance: Approx 85 km

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Accommodation:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Tented camp

Day 12: Shihanoukville

We start the day with a short transfer to Ream Kong Keng, Sihanoukville's airport. From here, cycle alongside beautiful Otres Beach. The off-road ride on a gently rolling road lined with coconut palms takes us through valleys and local villages. There are plenty of opportunities to interact with the friendly locals and admire this picturesque countryside beach town. Arrive back in Shihanouville in the early afternoon and the rest day is yours to relax.

Cycling distance: Approx 50 km

Difficulty: Easy/Moderate

Accommodation:

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Accommodation: Independent hotel Resort & Spa

Day 13: Shihanoukville- Phnom Penh

A morning at leisure. In the afternoon transfer to Phnom Penh.

Meals: Breakfast

Accommodation: Veranda resort hotel.

Day 14: Departure

At your leisure until transfer to airport for your outbout flight.

Should I purchase insurance?

Yes! This must cover medical care and emergency evacuation/repatriation. Also keep hardcopy of emergency contact numbers as well as insurance policy number.

What are the main vaccination and health procedures?

Before travel please consult a general practitioner for up to date advice on recommended vaccines and malaria prophylaxis.

Is there anything I can do to better prepare for a situation requiring first aid?

All guides have basic first aid training and carry a small first aid kit. But each client should also bring personal first aid supplies including antiseptic wipes, antiseptic liquid/cream, steristrips, sterile gauze and bandage as well as oral rehydration sachets.

What gear do I need for biking?

Helmet, gloves and shorts; stiff soled cycling shoes or trainers; water bottles, eye protection; lightweight waterproof jacket; insect repellent; sun hat; strong sunscreen, puncture repair kit.

What can I do to have a safe trip?

Wear a helmet! We can provide them, but you should also participate in this process and look out for yourself. This will contribute to the overall safety of the tour and allow you to have more fun knowing that you’re on your own adventure. It is customary to sign a disclaimer before hiring a bike. Traffic rules in Vietnam are not strict! It is advisable to ask the TITC guide about safe riding on the roads.

What are the bikes like?

Lightweight Trek 4300 & Trek 4500 mountain bikes with components from Shimano, Bontrager, and RockShox. Give your height when booking to guarantee the right one. (Note: the support vehicle will carry tools and spares and the guide will oversee repairs.)

What is the food like?

All or most meals are included on our trips. You will be treated to an extensive variety of traditional Cambodian cuisine. We choose the finest restaurants in the cities to give you the opportunity to taste a great variety of local delicacies and flavors. In camps our cooks are experts in preparing nourishing wholesome and delicious meals. We will accommodate any special diet requests you may have including vegetarian, please request prior to the trip.

Do these tours support responsible travel?

Yes! We try to make sure that these holidays are as socially, economically and environmentally sound as possible. We are affiliate members of the Environmental Certification Green Globe 21 Scheme. Our goal is to deliver biking tours that do not contribute to the destruction of Vietnam’s unique cultural and natural environment.