Bike from Saigon to Angkor Wat & Thailand
Join us on an amazing journey through three of Southeast Asia’s coolest countries, biking from Saigon to Bangkok.
Starting in lively Saigon, we’ll follow the mighty Mekong River to check out the incredible sights of Angkor, the chill vibes of Battambang, and the hustle and bustle of Bangkok. In just 14 days, you’ll get a real taste of Southeast Asia’s culture, scenery, and friendly folks.
Highlights include exploring the cool French buildings in Phnom Penh, checking out the history of Angkor Wat, and cruising through the mountains that separate Thailand and Cambodia.
We’ll ride on all kinds of roads – some smooth, some bumpy, and some dirt paths. Don’t worry if you’re not a pro rider—we’ll have an experienced guide with us the whole way, and there’ll be a support vehicle nearby most of the time.
Is this journey suitable for you?
- Confident and competent biking skills are essential for completing the trip.
- Cycling up to 70 km daily on varied terrain requires reasonable fitness.
- A support vehicle will be available for breaks if needed.
- Be prepared for sweaty conditions and occasional rainstorms in Southeast Asia.
- Weather changes may necessitate adjustments to the plans.
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Highlights
- Explore the ancient Angkor Wat complex on foot and by bike, discovering lush temples.
- Cycle through Vietnam, Cambodia, and Thailand, exploring rural life on a bicycle.
- Enjoy Southeast Asian cuisine favorites like Bahn mi, pho, fish amok, and pad Thai.
- Experience the Mekong Delta with a day of cycling and savor a homecooked meal from local hosts.
- Witness Buddhist monks receiving food at sunrise and cycle through Kabinburi to explore the district.
Whats Included:
- All breakfasts, Lunches & Dinners
- 12 nights in comfortable accommodation
- Healthy snacks, local treats, fruit, and water while riding
- Quality well-maintained bike and helmet for riding
- Knowledgable and charming local guide
- Full vehicle support
- All ticket and entry costs included in the itinerary
- Custom country-themed jersey and water bottle as mementos
Itinerary idea in detail
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1
Welcome to Vietnam! Your journey starts in Ho Chi Minh City with a welcome meeting at 6 pm tonight. If you get there early, you can explore the city on foot. Check out Pham Ngu Lao Street for the local market or visit Vinh Nghiem Pagoda. You could also visit an amusement park or try a delicious Banh mi sandwich. After the meeting, you can join your group for an optional welcome dinner.
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2
In the morning, you’ll take a bus to the Mekong Delta, which is called the ‘rice bowl of Vietnam.’ This area is famous for growing fruits, flowers, and rice. You’ll start your first full day of cycling, riding on quiet roads past farms and villages. You’ll stop for lunch and also visit orchards and small local businesses. In the evening, you’ll travel by boat along one of the canals to your homestay. There, you’ll stay with a local family, enjoy a homemade dinner of local dishes, and experience a slice of local life.
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3
Start your day early with a boat ride before taking a bus to Sadec by the river. Begin your cycling journey there, exploring the lively riverside settlements. See how local life revolves around the river. Stop for lunch in a nearby community. After cycling and taking a ferry, hop on a bus to Chau Doc near the Cambodian border. Once there, try the city’s famous hot noodles and a cold beer. You have the evening free to explore or relax at the hotel.
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4
Ride your bike to Tinh Bien, the last town in Vietnam before crossing into Cambodia. After lunch, go through border procedures and enter Cambodia. Meet your new support team and cycle towards Phnom Penh. The route includes dusty rural roads and a paved highway leading to the capital. In Phnom Penh, enjoy a free evening to savor delicious Cambodian dishes like grilled seafood, fish curry, and green mango salad, as the city is known for its culinary delights.
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5
Today, you’ll take a quick ferry ride and then enjoy a relaxing day cycling around Mekong Island. This island is famous for traditional crafts, and you can check out local artisans selling silk, pottery, and wood items. Ride past temples and stop at a roadside stall for a drink. Cycle through small villages, rice fields, and fruit orchards before heading back to the mainland for the evening.
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6
Today, you’ll visit important historical sites in Cambodia. Start at the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, a former school turned into a Khmer Rouge torture center. Explore where many people were imprisoned and tortured. Then, go to the Choeung Ek Memorial, known as the Killing Fields, where a stupa with human skulls commemorates the victims. Finish by visiting the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda to learn about Cambodia’s brighter history.
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7
Prepare for a lengthy drive to Siem Reap today. Enjoy the scenic rural views from your bus window, passing through small towns and countryside. Engage in some road trip games, read a book, or catch up on rest during the journey. Upon arrival, feel free to ask your local guide for recommended dinner spots to enjoy a meal in Siem Reap.
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Today, you’ll visit the Angkor Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Southeast Asia. Explore the ancient temples, including the towering Angkor Wat and the Bayon Temple. After parking your bikes, take a walk through Angkor Wat and then cycle to the Bayon Temple. Finally, visit Ta Phrom temple, where nature has intertwined with the ruins, creating a unique and enchanting atmosphere reminiscent of an Indiana Jones adventure.
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9
Today, you will journey to Banteay Srei, a 10th-century temple devoted to the Hindu god Shiva. Known for its intricate carvings, this temple was rediscovered in 1914 and restored using traditional methods. After your visit, you will have a free afternoon and evening in Siem Reap to enjoy at your own pace – whether exploring the area or relaxing at the hotel.
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10
Today, leave Siem Reap early and head to the Cambodia-Thailand border at Poipet/Aranyaprathet. The crossing will take about 4 hours, including travel and border procedures. After crossing, you’ll go to Tha Kabark Dam for a swim and lunch. Then, continue cycling to Sa Kaeo, where you’ll spend the night.
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Rise early today and head to the local market to witness Buddhist monks receiving food from villagers in exchange for blessings. You can participate by offering alms to the monks. Then, spend the day cycling along mostly flat terrain towards Kabinburi district. Enjoy views of rubber tree and tapioca plantations, as well as lush rice fields along the way.
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12
Today, you’ll drive to a rural village and start cycling for your last full day. Ride towards Khun Dan Dam, Thailand’s biggest dam, passing villages, fields, and shops. Stop for lunch and a swim at the dam. Then, pack up, take a private ride to Bangkok – your final stop. Consider joining your guide and group for a dinner to celebrate the end of your journey!
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After breakfast today, your adventure ends with no scheduled activities. If you want to stay longer, contact your booking agent to arrange more accommodation. If you’re staying in Bangkok, consider taking a riverboat to Chinatown, exploring Khao San Road, or visiting Wat Pho to see the big reclining Buddha statue.
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What our clients say about us
Eriberto P
16 March 2024 ★★★★★We did a 10 day private tour of Thailand with Amazing Bike Tours (ABT), including a couple of days of biking in Chiang Mai and a day in Phuket. ABT put together a great mix of biking and classic tours at a reasonable price. They responded quickly to emails and were very easy to deal with. The whole trip was fantastic, from the boat trips to James Bond Island to staying overnight in Bangkok and other towns. Our guide, Tom, was not only knowledgeable but also really friendly - he even became our unofficial photographer and shared all his photos with us. I definitely recommend ABT if you're planning a trip to Asia.
Jeremy
28 April 2024 ★★★★★We had a fabulous time on the cycling tour from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and Phuket with Amazing Bike Tours company. Our tour guides TOM in Bangkok and Chiang Mai were fantastic, and I want to thank TUK in Phuket for taking such good care of me. This experience will always be special to me.
Steven
23 April 2024 ★★★★★I booked Cycle Thailand to Cambodia in 2023. Stephen at Amazing Bike Tours was excellent, very helpful, responsive and knowledgeable. In particular, our local tour guide Tom was outstanding. He was essential to connecting with local village people, visit remote villages, and explore exotic food. Can't wait for my next adventure
Naad
16 April 2024 ★★★★★We had a great time biking through the Mekong Delta and Angkor Wat. Bob was a fantasic tour guide who took us through Angkor Wat and showed us a different side of the delta in his own way. We visited temples and a floating market many delicious snacks. It was really fun ! A great tour !
Alex Boshoff
19 April 2024 ★★★★★Our Thailand Vietnam Bike Tour was very well managed. The teams took great care of us, they support van was always available when needed. The food was excellent. We loved all the restaurent. The accommodations were great, offering a variety of options from resorts to boutique hotels to city hotels, all of which were comfortable. Biking on and off-road was enjoyable. The people in both countries are warm, welcoming & kind. The experience in the Mekong Delta was fantasic. We definitely recommend this trip.
Tavelshab
6 May 2024 ★★★★★We had a great time biking through the Mekong Delta and Angkor Wat. Bob was a fantasic tour guide who took us through Angkor Wat and showed us a different side of the delta in his own way. We visited temples and a floating market many delicious snacks. It was really fun ! A great tour !
Scott
5 May 2024 ★★★★★We spent 12 days with Amazing Bike Tours from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh via Battambang. Our tour was perfectly tailored to our route and physical condition and on the last day, we were safely transported to our beach accommodation in Sihanoukville. The organization was flawless from start to finish. The accommodation was also comfortable, allowing us to rest well after eventful days. The tour provided great value for money. The experiences were unique and could fill two vacation reports! The bikes were perfectly adjusted to our needs, with well-maintained gears and brakes. If there was a minor issue, the guide promptly addressed it. The minivan support was modern and very comfortable. The driver was excellent and we felt safe! Besides the visual impressions, we learned a lot about the country and its people.
Kyle
18 January 2024 ★★★★★We had a custom and private 3-day bike tour in the Mekong Delta with Loc, our expert bike tour guide who organized, coordinated, and led three days of fantastic bike touring. Our tour of the the Mekong Delta included Cai Lay, Cai Be, Can Tho, and My Tho, before catching a luxury Mekong River cruise up to Cambodia. Loc was a great guide who really helped us appreciate the culture of the untouched tourist areas of the delta where we met fantastic people and toured through incredible villages, markets, Khmer temple, and even a local school. Loc did an excellent job of pacing the bike ride to our activity level and we enjoyed some great lunches at some local residences, even picking up some rat at a local market we toured and having it expertly prepared at a local home. Our best, most authentic Vietnamese meals were enjoyed on this biking tour. We had a van w/driver following us throughout the bike rides to ensure we had plenty of water and picked us up when we were ready to be done for the day. Loc also gave us a tour of Saigon as well as the underground Vietnam war tunnels at Cu Chi. I can't say enough about the biking tours and Loc was just a fantastic guide. We hated to say good-bye as we continued our tour of Southeast Asia but will always cherish the bike tour we had with Loc in Vietnam.