Compare Cultural Road from Hoi An to Siem Reap by SpiceRoads Cycling
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| Duration | 14 days |
| Price From | $ 2,900 |
| Price Per Day | $ 207 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard |
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| Flights & Transport | No |
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| Description | On this southeast asian bike tour from Vietnam to Cambodia you’ll feel like a time traveler as you relive many periods of history from the 4th century ruins of My Son to the 10th century Khmer Empire, all the way to present day. Beginning in Hoi An and ending in Siem Reap, we explore the local culture of Vietnam and Cambodia while surrounded by unforgettable scenery, long coastal roads, and golden sunsets. |
Day 1
We meet in the charming town of Hoi An, which was one of Southeast Asia's major trading ports during the 17th and 18th centuries, for a welcome dinner and trip briefing.
Day 2
We ride to see My Son, the ancient centre of the Cham civilization. Although many of the temples were destroyed during the war, there is still enough to impress most visitors.
Day 3
We start the morning with a pleasant ride from Hoi An to Tam Thanh where we eat lunch and spend time admiring the beautiful beach. We then transfer to the infamous My Lai, site of one of the worst massacres of the American/Vietnam War.
Day 4
We leave the coast and head into the central highlands towards Quang Nam and on to Kon Tum. We have a pass to conquer today, Violak Pass (1300 m above sea level) but then are rewarded with a 20-km descent.
Day 5
We cycle through Jarai and Bhanar villages and see communal houses with very steep and tall roofs. Next, we enter tea and coffee plantations before reaching Pleiku, home of the best coffee in Vietnam.
Day 6
After breakfast, we head to the border with Cambodia. Start riding to Banlung, one of the most far-flung of the Khmer provincial capitals and spend the night in rustic surroundings.
Day 7
Day of relaxation to enjoy a morning market or take a picnic lunch and explore the mysterious crater lake of Boneng Yeak Laom or just enjoy staying at the lodge where we meet up for dinner.
Day 8
Get back in the saddle to Stung Treng province along a rustic highway. Ride through rice paddies and stop to enjoy the simple pleasures of rural life as we cycle towards the setting sun. Tonight, experience delicious Khmer food paired with very personalised service at Tonle Tourism Training Centre.
Day 9
We cycle through rural villages then board a boat at Kratie to enjoy an afternoon cruise on the Mekong River to see the endangered Irrawaddy dolphins. At night, enjoy views of the Mekong from the rooftop terrace of your hotel.
Day 10
We take a ferry across the Mekong to Chhlong and ride pass French colonial houses and Buddhist pagodas. Then cycle up to Wat Han Chey, an 8th century pre-Angkor temple, to enjoy a picnic lunch and stunning views of the Mekong.
Day 11
We ride over dirt and tarmac roads along the Mekong to Kampong Thom, a picturesque town on the banks of the Stung Saen River, which hosts a magnificent Khmer temple site.
Day 12
We transfer to the ancient bridge at Kampong. Later, ride to Domdel village and transfer to Siem Reap to our overnight hotel.
Day 13
We start our ride to the Angkor Wat complex to see the biggest religious Hindu edifice in the world. We also visit Tah Prohm, famous from the film “Tomb Raider”. We continue to Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple, ending our day with a beautiful sunset in the Angkor Park.
Day 14
The morning is free until we transfer you to the airport.
