SIEM REAP CYCLING
Embark on a fascinating 3-day journey to uncover the hidden gems of Siem Reap, Cambodia. Begin with a tranquil boat ride to the stilted village of Kampong Phluk on Tonle Sap Lake, where you’ll witness unique floating communities and flooded forests. On the second day, immerse yourself in the grandeur of the ancient Khmer Empire as you explore the majestic temples of Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm by bicycle, venturing along peaceful backroads through traditional villages. Wrap up your experience with a relaxing departure day, carrying unforgettable memories of Cambodia’s cultural heritage, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic local encounters.
DAY 1: SIEM REAP ARRIVAL & TONLE SAP TOUR (KAMPONG PHLUK) (-/-/-)
Upon arrival Siem Reap airport, our guide and driver will transfer you to hotel for check in.
Afternoon, we go out to visit the rural Cambodia tour out of town to Tonle Sap Lake. Upon reaching the lake’s shores, travel by boat to Kampong Phluk. This village is further away than most and thus receives fewer tourists. Board a local boat and visit Kampong Phluck, a village where you will see houses on stilts that are submerged when Tonlé Sap Lake extends. On the way, you will pass floating houses and impressive flooded forests, portraying life on the water and enjoy views of the lake from a different perspective. Overnight at Siem Reap.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
Siem Reap International Airport → Siem Reap City Center: 8 miles ~ 20 minute driving transfer
Siem Reap City Center → Tonle Sap Lake (Kampong Phluk pier): 15.5 miles ~ 50-minute driving transfer
DAY 2: FULL DAY VISIT TO ANGKOR SITES BY CYCLING - 35KM (B/-/-)
AM: meet with your tour guide for some brief and instruction. You’re starting and ending point of biking is your hotel.
Today we will start an amazing cycling 12km on the back and less used roads toward the most famous and magnificent 12th century temple of Angkor Wat. Using this way, we get better and more authentic scenery of the traditional houses and fascinating architecture on stills.
Continuing to the Bayon Temple (216 faces of Buddha), the 12th century masterpiece is a study in grandeur and is well-known for its 54 towers with enigmatic faces representing the 54 provinces of the Great Khmer Empire. After visting Bayon and Angkor Thom coumpond, you will cycle about 7km to ward Srah Srang, royal bathing pool, where you will take break and delecious and authentic local lunch (own account).
PM: After lunch break, we will continue biking to Ta Prohm, with enormous fig trees and gigantic creepers embracing themselves in the stone foundations of the structure giving the impression of man’s creation being reclaimed by the powerful forces of nature is an incredible sight. After tours, cycling back to your hotel with distance of 12 km. Your cycling will end when you arrive at your hotel.
Overnight at hotel in Siem Reap
Distance:
Siem Reap hotel → Angkor Wat (via backroads): 12 km ~ 45-minute cycling
Angkor Wat → Bayon Temple (Angkor Thom area): 3 km ~ 15-minute cycling
Bayon Temple → Srah Srang (via Angkor Thom compound): 7 km ~ 30 minute cycling
Srah Srang → Ta Prohm: 1.5 km ~ 10-minute cycling
Ta Prohm → Siem Reap hotel: 12 km ~ 45 minute cycling
DAY 3: SIEM REAP - DEPARTURE SAI AIRPORT (WITH GUIDE) (B/-/-)
Breakfast at hotel, free until time to check out (Check out time is 12:00 noon), then our guide will help transfer you to Siem Reap Airport for departure flight.
Distance:
Siem Reap City Center → Siem Reap International Airport: 8 miles ~ 20-minute driving transfer
Included / Excluded
To help you plan your trip, we have put together a list of what's included and what's not included in your tour package. This will give you a clear understanding of what to expect and help you make any necessary arrangements before your journey begins.
- Hotel Accommodation with daily breakfast (shared in twin/ double room)
- Experience English speaking tour manager on tour
- Private transfer and transportation on tour
- Meals are mentioned on program (B: Breakfast, Br: Brunch, L: Lunch, D: Dinner)
- Entrance fees are mentioned on the itinerary
- Daily mineral water (2 bottles/ pax/ tour day)
- All flights with tax
- Visa Approval Letter and Visa Stamping fee at arrival counter
- Travel Insurance
- Early check in or late check out
- Drinks and Beverages
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Surcharge 20% for Public Holidays:
o New Year: 31 December 2024 – 02 January 2025 (inclusive)
o Vietnamese New Year: 28 Januray – 02 February (inclusive)
o Unification Day and May Day: 28 April – 03 May 2025 (inclusive)
o National Day: 28 August – 04 Sep 2025 (inclusive)
o Christmas: 23 – 25 December 2025 (inclusive - TIPPING for local guide, cruise team, tour manager and driver (compulsory)
- All other services are not mentioned on Inclusions
Tour Map
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