Angkor & 4,000 Islands Bike Adventure

Welcome to Siem Reap, gateway to the magnificent Angkor Wat and the heart of the Kingdom of Cambodia. Upon arrival, meet your guide and the Cambodia Biking Team at the hotel lobby in the afternoon. After introductions, we will transfer to our office for a detailed bike fitting and trip briefing to ensure you are fully prepared for the adventure ahead.
In the evening, enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, where you will experience authentic Khmer cuisine and Cambodian hospitality.

Biking: No riding today
Meals Included: Welcome Dinner
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (Deluxe Room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning, you will take a short transfer out of the city to the starting point of today’s cycling adventure. The ride begins along peaceful village roads, offering an authentic glimpse into rural Cambodian life. Along the way, we stop to meet local villagers and observe traditional handicrafts, including vine basket weaving and the making of Kralan — a traditional Khmer delicacy prepared with sticky rice, coconut, and soybeans cooked inside bamboo. We continue cycling to the West Baray, the impressive man-made reservoir dating back to the 11th century during the Khmer Empire. The journey also includes visits to local markets and a family-run smoked fish workshop before arriving at a local village home for a hands-on Khmer cooking class. Enjoy the dishes you prepare for lunch in a warm and authentic countryside setting.

After lunch, we continue riding through scenic villages and rice paddies, where you can observe daily farming activities and the rhythms of rural life. Later, enjoy a boat ride on Tonlé Sap Lake, Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake, before cycling back toward Siem Reap for some relaxation. In the evening, your guide will accompany you to dinner at a local restaurant, where you can also enjoy a traditional Khmer dance performance.

Biking: Approximately 60km
Meals Included: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (Deluxe Room) or a similar standard hotel

Early this morning at 5:00 AM, you will start cycling from the hotel to the front of Angkor Wat Temple to witness the spectacular sunrise over this iconic UNESCO World Heritage site. After sunrise, we begin our cycling adventure, riding through the ancient forest roads to the South Gate of Angkor Thom and Bayon Temple, arriving ahead of the crowds for a more peaceful experience. We then continue to a scenic temple-side location for a picnic breakfast with freshly brewed coffee and hot tea before riding onward to explore Ta Prohm, Ta Nei, and Preah Khan Temples. Along the way, a snack break will be served in the countryside at a local spot, giving you time to relax and enjoy the authentic rural atmosphere.

The ride continues through charming small villages and hidden backroads to discover several lesser-visited temples before stopping for lunch at a local restaurant. After lunch, we visit the magnificent Angkor Wat Temple before cycling back to your hotel for some well-deserved relaxation. Dinner is at your own leisure.

Biking Distance: Approximately 60 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch
Accommodation: Lyannaya Urban River Resort & Spa (Deluxe Room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel before checking out and preparing for the beginning of your multi-day cycling adventure from Siem Reap to Pakse, Laos. This morning, you will take a short transfer out of the city to the starting point of today’s ride. From there, we cycle along scenic backroads through peaceful Cambodian villages, with stops to visit local schools, pagodas, and traditional communities along the way. The journey continues to the atmospheric jungle temple of Beng Mealea, one of the most fascinating and lesser-visited temples of the Angkor era, partially reclaimed by nature and surrounded by dense forest. After exploring the temple, the adventure becomes more challenging as we begin the uphill ride toward Phnom Kulen Mountain. Upon arrival, you can relax and enjoy a refreshing swim at the beautiful Kulen waterfall before transferring to your tented resort for dinner and overnight stay.

Biking Distance: Approximately 60 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Thisak Tented Resort (deluxe tent) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning, you will take a short transfer to the starting point of today’s cycling adventure to Koh Ker Temple Complex, the former capital of the Khmer Empire during the 10th century in the Angkor period.
Upon arrival, begin cycling through this remarkable archaeological site, visiting the ancient temples one by one while enjoying the peaceful jungle surroundings and unique atmosphere of this lesser-visited destination. Lunch will be served locally during the excursion.

After lunch, continue riding along village and jungle roads, with opportunities to stop and interact with local families to gain insight into traditional Cambodian culture and daily rural life. Along the route, you will pass through farming communities known for their cashew nut plantations, cassava fields, and mango farms.
At the end of the ride, you will be transferred by support vehicle to your hotel in Preah Vihear town for dinner and overnight stay.

Biking Distance: Approximately 70 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Ly Huot Hotel (VIP Room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning, you will take a two-hour transfer to the starting point of today’s ride. The cycling route follows the remote riverside trails along the mighty Mekong River, offering a peaceful and authentic experience far from the usual tourist paths. Although the area is sparsely populated, you will pass through charming local villages scattered along the riverbanks, where you can observe the quiet rhythm of daily life.

After approximately 15–20 km of cycling, we board local boats with our bicycles and cruise upstream to Koh Han, a beautiful river island known for its clear waters and relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy time for swimming and lunch by the river.
Following lunch, we continue by boat to the docking point before cycling the final section to our riverside hotel for dinner and overnight stay.

Biking Distance: Approximately 35 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Mekong Bird Resort (standard room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning, we transfer approximately 60 km to the Laos border. Border crossing formalities between Cambodia and Laos usually take around one hour before continuing into Southern Laos.
After completing immigration procedures, we begin cycling from the border to Don Det Island in the famous 4,000 Islands region along the Mekong River. Today’s ride offers a wonderful introduction to the laid-back charm of Southern Laos, with visits to scenic waterfalls and peaceful riverside villages.

Along the route, there will be several opportunities to stop at local schools, interact with local families, and gain a deeper understanding of Lao culture and daily life. The cycling is relaxed and scenic, with beautiful Mekong landscapes throughout the journey.
At the end of the day, enjoy time to relax and swim at the hotel before dinner at a charming riverside restaurant overlooking the Mekong in Laos.

Biking Distance: Approximately 65 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Don Det Hotel (superior room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.
Today’s cycling journey takes us through peaceful villages and vast rice paddies in the beautiful 4,000 Islands region of the Mekong River in Southern Laos. Along the way, you will gain insight into the traditional rural lifestyle as local villagers share how they cultivate rice, corn, and vegetables, while also learning about sticky rice, the staple food of Laos.

The ride is relaxed and scenic, following quiet countryside paths and crossing several branches of the Mekong River by local ferries as we travel from island to island. The combination of river landscapes, farming communities, and authentic local encounters makes this a truly memorable day of cycling.
After the ride, we transfer by support vehicle to Champasak, where you will check in to a charming riverside resort for dinner and overnight stay.

Biking Distance: Approximately 70 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: The River Resort (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

This morning, we begin cycling directly from the hotel to visit Wat Phou in Champasak, an ancient Khmer temple complex beautifully situated on the slopes of a natural mountain and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Along the route, there will be many opportunities to pass through small traditional villages and stop to observe local artisans at work, including families producing clay cookers, bamboo weaving, and handcrafted cement Buddha statues. These visits offer a wonderful insight into the authentic daily life and craftsmanship of Southern Laos.
After exploring the countryside, we continue cycling toward Pakse, where we will celebrate the journey with a delightful dinner at a local riverside restaurant before checking in for an overnight stay at a charming colonial-style hotel.

Biking Distance: Approximately 60 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Pakse Hotel (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

Today’s ride is more challenging, featuring a series of rolling hills and rewarding climbs — but as cyclists say, “no pain, no gain.” We begin cycling from Pakse into the scenic Laongam, an area renowned for its cool climate, rich volcanic soil, and breathtaking landscapes.

Along the route, we visit traditional hill tribe villages, where you will have the opportunity to learn about the unique cultures and lifestyles of the local communities. The region is also famous for producing some of the finest coffee in Laos, and we will stop to enjoy freshly brewed local coffee while visiting coffee plantations and learning about the cultivation process.

The ride also passes through rubber plantations and other agricultural areas, offering insight into the farming life of Southern Laos. After completing the cycling section, we transfer by support vehicle to explore historical sites around Paksong and visit one of the spectacular waterfalls of the Bolaven Plateau before returning to Pakse.
This evening, enjoy a special farewell dinner to celebrate the completion of your cycling adventure through Cambodia and Laos.

Biking Distance: Approximately 60 km
Meals Included: Breakfast and lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Pakse Hotel (deluxe room) or a similar standard hotel

Breakfast at the hotel.

Today marks the end of your cycling adventure through Cambodia and Laos. You may choose to continue your journey exploring more of Laos, return home, or extend your stay with a few relaxing days at one of the peaceful nature lodges along the Mekong River.

Thank you for traveling with us. We truly appreciate the opportunity to share this unforgettable journey with you, and we hope to welcome you again on another adventure in the near future. Safe travels and see you again soon.

Biking Distance: No
Meals Included: Breakfast