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Road Biking from Saigon to Angkor
Duration
13 days
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$110
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$3,540 USD
Hop aboard your road bike and glide through the glorious backdrops of both Vietnam and Cambodia on this spectacular journey of a lifetime. Marvel at the jaw dropping beauty of Angkor Wat, delve into the dark and fascinating history of Vietnam, kick back on beaches and explore fine hilltop cities. Along the way, enjoy the encouragement and welcoming approach of locals as you tackle this superb bicycle adventure.
- CategoryRoad Cycling
- TypeFully Guided
- Duration13 days
- Culture LevelAdventurous
- Skill Level4 - Advanced
- Activity Level4 - Challenging
- Elevation3 - Intermediate
- TerrainMixed
- Distance641.9 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance66.5 miles
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Quick Stats
- Duration13 days
- Main DestinationVietnam
- Distance641.9 miles
- Avg. Daily Distance66.5 miles
- Elevation3 - Intermediate
- TerrainMixed
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Itinerary Details
- Day 1Sightseeing in Saigon
You’ll meet at the hotel in Saigon at 3 p.m. (check-in is available from 2 p.m.) to kick off the trip with a guided city tour. Your first stop is Reunification Hall, once known as the Presidential Palace—famously captured by North Vietnamese tanks on April 30, 1975, marking the fall of Saigon.
From there, you'll explore key landmarks of colonial-era Ho Chi Minh City, including the Old Saigon Post Office, Dong Khoi Street, the Continental Hotel, the Opera House, and City Hall. In the evening, you'll review the tour ahead and gather for a welcome dinner.
- Grand Hotel
- Dinner
- Day 2Saigon – Phan Thiet
This morning, you’ll transfer about 2.25 hours out of bustling Saigon to escape the city traffic and begin your ride in a more peaceful setting. From there, you’ll cycle along a scenic coastal road toward Phan Thiet, home to some of Vietnam’s best beaches. As you head north, you’ll pass by Ke Ga Cape near the Ta Kou National Reserve, riding a quiet, flat route that winds between sand dunes, pine forests, and the sea. By day’s end, a beautiful white sand beach awaits you in Phan Thiet.
- 64 miles
- Mana Mui Ne Beach Resort
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 3Phan Thiet – Dalat
You’ll start the day with a flat and fast ride along the coast before turning inland and beginning the climb toward Dalat, a charming hill station sitting at over 1,500 meters above sea level. Around the 90 km mark, you’ll tackle a tough 700-meter ascent over just 10 km, followed by a short breather before the final push to Di Linh. In total, you’ll climb around 2,000 meters today on quiet, scenic roads, with plenty of breaks along the way—including a stop at the Dai Ninh hydroelectric dam. If the ride gets too challenging, you’re always welcome to hop into the support vehicle. From Di Linh, you’ll transfer the rest of the way (to avoid busy roads) to your hotel in Dalat. Once there, relax and take in the fresh mountain air, colonial charm, and surrounding pine forests that define this unique city.
- 64 miles
- Dalat Du Parc Hotel
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 4Dalat - Madagui
After yesterday’s big climb, today rewards you with a mostly downhill ride, descending over 2,000 meters in total. It’s a scenic journey through the Central Highlands, where you’ll pass vibrant banana and rubber plantations growing in the region’s rich red soil. This area is also home to some of Vietnam’s finest tea and coffee farms. Your ride ends in the picturesque highland town of Di Linh. From there, you’ll transfer to the city of Madagui, crossing a suspension bridge over the Da Huoai River to reach your accommodations.
- 72.1 miles
- -11,876.6 ft
11,876.6 ft - Madagui Resort
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 5Madagui - Cu Chi
You’ll start the day with a 1.5-hour transfer to bypass the busy national road and reach a quieter starting point. Your first ride takes you through scenic stretches of pepper and cashew farms, eventually arriving at Tri An Lake and its hydroelectric dam, which generates 320,000 kW of electricity for Dong Nai Province and nearby areas. After visiting the lake, you’ll transfer about an hour ahead before hopping back on your bike to ride through the modern city of Binh Duong and into the historic Cu Chi tunnel area. Here, you’ll explore preserved sections of the vast underground network once used by the Viet Cong as a base in southern Vietnam. After the visit, enjoy a short 30-minute transfer to your comfortable hotel for the night.
- 46 miles
- Blue Star Trang Bang
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 6Cu Chi – Moc Bai Border – Phnom Penh
This morning, you’ll ride your final stretch in Vietnam, cycling past rice fields and canals as you make your way toward the Cambodian border. After clearing border formalities, you’ll cross into Cambodia and get your first glimpse of rural life—cycling easily past traditional wooden stilt houses set against wide-open rice fields. Upon reaching the peaceful provincial town of Kor An Doeuk, you’ll transfer by private vehicle for about 2.5 hours to Phnom Penh.
- 62.1 miles
- Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 7 Phnom Penh Rest Day
It’s time to relax and you have certainly earned it. So today is a scheduled rest day as you put the bikes down and the day is your own to dive into the charming capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh city. There are a wealth of sights, sounds and smells to explore and your local and experienced guides will be more than happy to recommend where you should head to first. Both lunch and dinner are also on your own but Cambodia’s capital offers a wealth of options to choose from, so you’ll have no trouble in this department.
- Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel
- Breakfast
- Day 8Phnom Penh - Kampong Cham
After breakfast, you’ll ride out of Phnom Penh, making your way through the city's morning traffic and across the Japanese Bridge. The ride begins on a busy stretch but soon opens up to peaceful countryside roads. Sharing the route with light local traffic, you'll get an authentic feel for how Cambodians travel day to day. Your first cultural stop is at Roka Kaong, followed by a visit to Skun—famous for its fried spiders and unique local character. Continuing into Kampong Cham province, you’ll visit the twin hilltop temples of Phnom Pros and Phnom Srie. Nearby lie the haunting remnants of Khmer Rouge “killing fields,” a reminder of Cambodia’s recent past. After one final stretch of riding, you’ll arrive at your hotel, then gather in the evening for a traditional Khmer dinner.
- 62.1 - 76.4 miles
- LBN Asian Hotel
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 9Kampong Cham - Kampong Thom
After breakfast, you’ll ride along the Mekong River toward Hanchey Mountain, where you can explore one of the many Khmer temples perched at its summit. From there, continue cycling through the heart of the Cambodian countryside, passing vibrant rice paddies and stretches of rubber plantations. Near the end of the ride, you’ll have the chance to visit Santuk Mountain—if you’re up for the climb, over 800 steps lead to sweeping views across the plains and surrounding landscape.
- 62.1 - 78.9 miles
- Glorious Hotel & Spa
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 10Kampong Tom - Preah Vihear
Today’s ride takes you north from Stueng Saen into the Boeng Peae Wildlife Sanctuary, a lush, jungle-covered area dotted with ancient Angkor-style temples. You’ll enjoy the rich greenery and gentle climbs before the terrain opens up into the rolling hills of the Cambodian countryside. Once you reach Preah Vihear, you’ll transfer by van to your hotel, check in, and have time to freshen up. In the afternoon, head out to visit the majestic Preah Vihear Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site dedicated to the god Shiva. Perched 500 meters above the plains, its intricate carvings and dramatic setting make for an unforgettable experience.
- 62.1 - 83.9 miles
- Preah Vihear Jaya Hotel
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 11Preah Vihear – Siem Reap
Today, you’ll start your ride directly from the hotel, cycling through the remote and peaceful Kulen Prum Tep Wildlife Sanctuary. This rural region offers a glimpse into a quieter side of Cambodia, with lightly forested plains and minimal traffic—far from the usual tourist path. In the afternoon, you’ll have the chance to explore the overgrown ruins of Beng Mealea temple, a mysterious site only recently opened to visitors. After your visit, you’ll transfer to Siem Reap, check in at your hotel, and enjoy a relaxed evening in the lively gateway city to Angkor Wat.
- 62.1 - 90.1 miles
- Somadevi Angkor Boutique
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 12Siem Reap - Angkor Wat
This morning, you’ll cycle to the entrance of Angkor Wat and begin your temple exploration at Ta Prohm—famous from the film Tomb Raider. Left in the same condition as when it was rediscovered, the temple is wrapped in the roots of strangler fig and silk-cotton trees, giving it an enchanting, otherworldly feel. Next, you’ll visit Angkor Thom, Bayon Temple, and the Terrace of the Elephants. After lunch at Angkor Café, you’ll explore the crown jewel: Angkor Wat. This immense Hindu temple, dedicated to Vishnu and built as King Suryavarman II’s funerary monument, is adorned with intricate carvings and mythological bas-reliefs. After taking in these wonders, you’ll cycle the final 7 km back to Siem Reap and gather in the evening for a farewell dinner.
- 19.9 miles
- Somadevi Angkor Boutique
- Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Day 13Siem Reap Departure