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This expertly led premium cycling adventure covers three Southeast Asian countries with divergent histories and different cultures. From the energetic streets of Bangkok to tranquil paddy fields, to the magnificence of Angkor’s temples and alluring Phnom Penh. We experience a piece of everything these remarkable countries have to offer while staying in premium accommodation, including three nights at the Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa in Siem Reap.
Heading into Vietnam, we enter the Mekong Delta, a spectacular patchwork of paddies and waterways before our journey ends in Ho Chi Minh City, where the frenetic pace and vibrant street life contrasts starkly with the rural areas we have cycled through.
Moderate: 8mph-10mph (13kph-16kph)
Terrain:Low altitude; 80 percent paved, 20 percent easy dirt roads
Generally well-paved roads, with some easy dirt roads in Thailand and Vietnam
Traffic levels higher near the larger towns, so you should be comfortable riding occasionally in traffic
This adventure starts in Bangkok, the enthralling and energetic capital of Thailand.
Around 6pm, say sawasdee to your tour leader and fellow travellers, when we gather as a group for the first time to get to know each other and learn more about the adventures ahead.
Your tour leader then ensures a big Thai welcome by arranging a group dinner at a local restaurant.
Your main luggage will be transported ahead of you to the start point early in the morning so please bring this with you to the welcome meeting; just hold onto what you need for the night/morning – you will be with your luggage again by mid-morning tomorrow.
Want extra time in Bangkok? Secure pre-tour hotel nights through your sales representative.
Premium accommodation: U Sathorn Bangkok
It’s an early start as we venture out of Bangkok to the ancient town of Ayutthaya. Our two-hour transfer takes us into the heart of this fascinating site and we start cycling by the huge reclining Buddha. Much of the old town was destroyed by the Burmese in the 18th century and we will cycle through the remaining shrine towers and enormous temples to appreciate the past magnificence.
Premium accommodation: The Kantary Ayutthaya Hotel
Today we follow minor roads through rural landscapes, including rubber and eucalyptus plantations, and tapioca and rice fields. We stop for lunch at a local restaurant along the way. There are a few easy rolling hills, but the route is mostly flat. The ride ends when we join a busier road before driving the final short distance to the town of Kabin Buri by bus. For dinner, join our tour leader and group for traditional Thai cuisine.
Premium accommodation: Kantary Kabinburi Hotel
Leaving our hotel early, we transfer (one hour) to Thung Yao Temple in Prachantakham, where we begin our final day of cycling in Thailand. Our route takes us through scenic landscapes dotted with small villages, farms and lush paddy fields to Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam, one of the largest dams in Thailand.
Along the way, we enjoy a leisurely lunch and have the chance for a refreshing dip in the natural streams of Wang Takhrai Park.
After recharging, we pack up our bikes and transfer (2hr 20min) to the U Sathorn Bangkok for our final night in Thailand.
Premium accommodation: U Sathorn Bangkok
After an early breakfast, we transfer to Don Mueang International Airport where we take a 1hr 5min flight to Siem Reap (SAI). Arriving mid-morning, we meet our second leader and transfer to our hotel, where we spend the next three nights at the intimate Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa – the perfect base to explore Angkor.
This afternoon’s shorter ride from Siem Reap takes us past Wat Athvea, a modern temple in the grounds of the ruins of an Angkorian temple, and ends at a market and picnic area outside Siem Reap.
Premium accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa
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Today we may choose to have an early start to avoid the inevitable crowds drawn to the wonders of Angkor.
The various temples are spread over a wide area and are linked by shady avenues; meandering our way between them by bike provides a unique perspective.
Our cycle tour will include: the jungle-covered Ta Prohm, with amazing fromagier tree roots clinging to the ancient stones; Angkor Thom, with the Bayon temple of 37 towers (originally 49) topped with the four faces of the king; and, of course, the incredible Angkor Wat, with its huge moat, long causeway and massive towers.
Premium accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa
Upgrade to a junior-suite or bungalow-suite with outdoor bathtub today – speak to your sales representative for more details.
Today we cycle outside the main Angkor complex to the outlying temple of Banteay Srei, 22mi (35km) from Siem Reap town.
Our route takes us past paddy fields and through pretty villages. Banteay Srei was built in the 10th century and contains some of the finest examples of Khmer sculpture. Although much smaller than the later temples, here all the buildings are covered in exquisite carvings.
We also stop along the way at a village where we’ll have to chance to meet the local people and learn from them about their way of life, including the art of Khmer noodle making. Here we can taste this popular Cambodian dish and sugar palm.
In the afternoon, as we cycle back to Siem Reap, we can stop at a few of the lesser visited Angkor temples.
Siem Reap town is pleasant to wander around; the market has plenty of interesting and excellent shopping opportunities and there is a vibrant nightlife.
This afternoon there may also be time to visit the Tonle Sap Lake, which is a branch of the Mekong River. Time permitting, this optional trip includes a boat ride to see floating fishing villages. Anyone wanting to do this visit may need to miss part (or all) the ride back to Siem Reap, depending on timings.
Cycle approximately 43.5mi (70 km) if riding the full distance to and from Banteay Srei.
Premium accommodation: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa
Upgrade to a junior-suite or bungalow-suite with outdoor bathtub today – speak to your sales representative for more details.
Today we rest our legs and take a private transfer (approximately seven hours) to Phnom Penh, with a couple of stops along the way.
We visit Sambor Prei Kuk, the most impressive group of pre-Angkorian monuments in Cambodia with some of the oldest structures in the country. We’ll also pause for a traditional Khmer lunch at a community restaurant here. The road is currently undergoing some resurfacing, so some sections will be bumpy.
We should arrive in Phnom Penh for late afternoon, the perfect time for a sundowner on the Mekong.
Premium accommodation: Baitong Hotel & Resort
The fortunes of Phnom Penh have shifted dramatically during its history and the terrible years of the Khmer Rouge and subsequent civil war through the 1970s and 1980s have scarred the country.
During our stay, we visit two sites that give us a vivid impression of some of the horrors. There is the Genocide Museum, which is the former Khmer Rouge prison known as S-21 or Tuol Sleng, in the city centre. And 9mi (15km) out of town is the Killing Fields, a mass grave and execution site for the former inmates of S-21. While visiting Tuol Sleng and the Killing Fields may not appeal to everyone, we feel they give us an important understanding of what the country and its people had to endure just a few decades ago.
Now, the city is on the rise again and is a fascinating place with fine examples of French colonial architecture. We will also tour the Royal Palace with its Silver Pagoda.
Afterwards, there is also excellent shopping at the Russian market if you wish. There may also be the option to enjoy a sunset cruise on the Mekong, your leader will advise locally.
Premium accommodation: Baitong Hotel & Resort
This morning, we transfer south of Phnom Penh to the town of Takeo. Here the road becomes quieter and we mount our bikes for the 31mi (50km) ride to the Phnom Den/Tinh Bien border.
Once we bid farewell to Cambodia (and border formalities have been completed), we cycle approximately 19mi (30km) to the Vietnamese town of Chau Doc, situated along the banks of the Hau Giang River. This evening, we dine overlooking the river and get our first taste of southern Mekong cuisine.
Premium accommodation: Victoria Chau Doc Hotel
This morning we depart our hotel and transfer to Chau Giang ferry for a short transfer before cycling along a lovely, quiet backroad, lined with small villages and dwellings, before lunch at a local restaurant. We then visit the ancient village of Long Dien B, home to female artists known for maintaining their ancestors’ special technique of glass painting. Here we have the chance to observe and learn about this traditional culture and art over a cup of tea.
The rivers and canals of the Mekong Delta form an amazing network of waterways. The area is famous for its abundant rice production, but many are now moving to more profitable fish farming and fruit and vegetable growing.
Afterwards, we transfer to the Mekong Riverside Boutique Resort & Spa, where we stay overnight. The evening is tranquil as we have dinner at the resort and enjoy Delta hospitality.
Premium accommodation: Mekong Riverside Boutique Resort & Spa
Those who wish can rise early to enjoy the sunrise and kayak on the Mekong from the resort before breakfast (optional).
We then leave by boat, stopping en route to see Cai Be floating market, a small-scale traditional trading spot. A little further on, we make a short stop to see cottage industries producing items such as popped rice, pancakes, wine and other homemade products. We start our ride towards Cai Lay, where we take a scenic route through orchards and along the Mekong riverbank. Back on the bus in My Tho, we drive on to the heat, hustle and bustle of Ho Chi Minh City, still usually known as Saigon. This is an exciting and absorbing city where scooters pack the streets and temples stand alongside modern developments.
Premium accommodation: SILA Urban Living (2026) (or similar)
The whole day is free for you to explore Ho Chi Minh City, do some shopping and relax. There are several interesting things to see: the Saigon River, Ben Thanh market, Reunification Palace and Notre Dame Cathedral are all within easy walking distance. Alternatively, a short cyclo (cycle taxi) ride will take you to the War Remnants Museum, which has an extensive photographic record of the Vietnam/American War. Please be aware that some images at the museum are very graphic.
For those interested, the leader can arrange an optional visit to the Cu Chi Tunnels, which are two hours outside the city. Used by the Viet Cong during the war, the network covers three levels with approximately 150mi (240km) of tunnels. Originally these were very narrow, but some areas have been widened to allow tourists to explore the system. Claustrophobes may prefer to stay outside in the sunshine.
In the evening, we have a final farewell dinner together, feasting on delicious Vietnamese specialties.
Premium accommodation: SILA Urban Living (2026) (or similar)
The trip ends this morning after breakfast in Ho Chi Minh City.
If you’d like to extend your stay and discover more of this vibrant city, please speak to your sales representative.
Sunday 18 Oct 2026 to Saturday 31 Oct 2026
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Sunday 22 Nov 2026 to Saturday 05 Dec 2026
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Sunday 07 Feb 2027 to Saturday 20 Feb 2027
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Sunday 07 Mar 2027 to Saturday 20 Mar 2027
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Sunday 17 Oct 2027 to Saturday 30 Oct 2027
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Sunday 07 Nov 2027 to Saturday 20 Nov 2027
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Sunday 21 Nov 2027 to Saturday 04 Dec 2027
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Relax at the end of each day in our expertly curated, handpicked accommodation on this Premium adventure. Each has been chosen for its location, comfort, style, and unique characteristics.
The hotels typically used can be found on the day-to-day itinerary. Below are just some of the notable accommodations on this trip.
Upgrade to a junior-suite or bungalow-suite on Day 5, 6 and 7 of the itinerary – speak to your sales representative for more details.
Bangkok: U Sathorn Bangkok Hotel (night 1)
The U Sathorn is a peaceful oasis in bustling Bangkok. The rooms (decorated with a contemporary take on the French colonial style) are set around a central courtyard, in the middle of which is the pool. There’s also the J’aime restaurant, founded by chef Jean-Michel Lorain, owner of the Michelin-starred La Côte Saint Jacques in Burgundy. It has an upside-down design concept (with a piano on the ceiling!) and an innovative fine-dining menu.
Siem Reap: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (nights 5-7)
Relax at this intimate riverside resort, which sits in the heart of Siem Reap. For ultimate peace, there’s the Nirvana Spa, which offers a traditional Khmer massage, plus tropical gardens and a freshwater pool. The Palate restaurant serves modern Cambodian cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients, and has a sky bar for cocktails with a river view.
Cai Be: Mekong Riverside Boutique Resort & Spa (night 11)
Unwind while enjoying Mekong Delta hospitality at this riverside boutique resort. Find ultimate relaxation with a treatment or two at the Oasis Spa or with a dip in the outdoor pool. There’s also the Mekong Medley restaurant, which serves local and international cuisines, plus two bars: one by the pool, the other at the restaurant (where you can enjoy your drink on the balcony for views over the Mekong).
Worth knowing
This Premium Adventure is rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate) and classified Road. For more information on our trip gradings please visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.
Terrain and route: The roads are generally well-paved in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, with some easy dirt roads in Thailand and Vietnam. Conditions will be hot and humid and there are some long days, but there are very few hills. Traffic levels in Southeast Asia are higher near the larger towns, so you should be comfortable riding occasionally in traffic. Though many of the roads are in good condition you should expect potholes and occasional poor road conditions.
Smoking and e-cigarettes/vapes: It’s illegal to smoke in public in Thailand with a fine of up to 10,000 Thai baht. E-cigarettes and vapes are also banned in Cambodia, Thailand and Vietnam with strict penalties, including large fines and imprisonment – we strongly recommend you do not bring these with you.
Recommended arrival time: Aim to arrive by late afternoon, there will be a welcome briefing around 6pm.
Airport: Suvarnabhumi Airpo (BKK)
Exodus provides free arrival transfers to the start hotel from the airport for all customers.
Exodus provides free departure transfers for all customers to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) from the end hotel.
Please note, unless specified otherwise, the transfers will be to the start (or pre-tour) hotel and from the end (or post-tour) hotel; transfers to other hotels in the same city and/or on different dates may attract an extra charge. Transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts.
Travellers from the UK, US and EU normally need a visa to enter Cambodia. Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.
Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.
Find more information at:
Important information: Cambodia e-Arrival Card (CeA)
All travellers arriving in Cambodia (via air only) are required to submit a Cambodia e-Arrival Card within seven days before their arrival. The Cambodia e-Arrival Card (CeA) is free and is replacing the requirement to complete paper forms when arriving at Cambodia Airports. The e-Arrival card is separate from visa/e-visa requirements.
How to fill out the e-Arrival card online:
Travellers from the UK, US and Canada normally do not need a visa to enter Thailand. However, all foreign nationals entering Thailand must complete a digital arrival card online before they arrive. You can register for an arrival card within three days before you arrive.
Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through.
Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.
UK passport holders normally do not need a visa to enter Vietnam for visits up to 45 days, while those with a US or Irish passport normally do need a visa to enter. Visa requirements for EU citizens vary by country.
Please note, visa requirements often change and it is your responsibility to obtain any required visas for this trip. Therefore, we recommend that you check with the nearest embassy or consulate of your chosen destination(s), including any countries you may be transiting or transferring through. Some local governments provide guidance on what visas their citizens need. To help, we’ve gathered a selection of useful links below.
• Australia: www.smartraveller.gov.au/destinations/asia/vietnam
• Canada: www.travel.gc.ca/destinations/vietnam
• United Kingdom: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/vietnam
• USA: www.travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/Vietnam.html
All breakfasts, five lunches and six dinners are included.
The food on this trip is a real highlight for many. Southeast Asian cuisine is known for its abundance of freshly prepared dishes with strong aromatic flavours. There is a focus on herbs and citrus to ensure each dish packs a punch; chilli does feature highly too but is easily avoided.
Typically, most dishes come with rice and many are often served in a banana leaf with a variety of dips and herbs served separately.
The three countries visited ensure a different culinary experience every time you cross the border: ensure you try freshly made pad Thai noodles from the street stalls of Bangkok; the fish amok curry in Cambodia for a creamy coconut-based fragrant curry; and banh xeo (huge sizzling pancakes) in Vietnam.
Western food is available almost everywhere except in the Mekong Delta region.
Vegetarians are well catered for but please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests.
Please note, the availability of certain specialised products for restricted diets (eg gluten-free or dairy-free) is minimal or non-existent and we strongly recommend you bring these specialised dietary items from home.
You may find it beneficial to bring energy bars or gels with you from home to use during a ride. However, on Premium Adventure cycling departures, an included snack kitty is provided usually consisting of fresh fruit, nuts, biscuits and local snacks along with drinks and electrolyte powders.
In Thailand and Cambodia, the weather is hot and humid year-round. The dry season runs from November to April with the monsoon between May and October. April and October are transition months. The dry season is characterised by hot days and generally clear skies, though you can expect the odd shower. The monsoon is characterised by short bursts of rain and can be a very atmospheric time to travel but an umbrella may be useful.
In Vietnam, the weather patterns are very similar to Cambodia – expect year-round temperatures from 25C to 39C (77F to 102F). The rainy season will normally run from June to September when you should expect short showers, but the sun will normally break through for extended periods.
From the end of March to May, the temperatures become very hot and humid with temperatures into the high 30Cs (around 100F) between Bangkok and Siem Reap as this is the build up to the monsoon season.
As a certified B Corp, we’re on a mission to improve our social and environmental impact across all our adventures.
We do this through our innovative Thriving Nature, Thriving People plan.
This ‘nature positive’ approach is designed to help nature and communities thrive in harmony through practical solutions, such as reducing carbon and waste on our trips, supporting conservation projects through the Exodus Adventure Travels Foundation, and rewilding 100 square metres for every Exodus traveller.
You’ll also find Thriving Nature, Thriving People moments across our trips. These experiences are often a highlight of your adventure, while also benefiting the natural world or local communities.
On this trip, we:
Amazing support crews, great routes and experiences creating memorable moments and making new friends.
Thailand amazing food, great routes and support crew who as well as being safe, provided a bit of fun for those that fancied a little challenge. They produced fantastic video clips of our time there. Now that was a premium touch.
Chai was amazing. Without a doubt made this trip bringing us all together with a smile, a laugh and so knowledgeable about the countries visited. A true leader.
Pack light. Lots of moving between hotels and not a lot of time to unpack
Couple of the hotels should not be used as not premium and the last hotel needs to have a pool as it is the only day you really get a chance to relax. Remove those two and the other hotels were great.
"Highly professional support team and an excellent trip leader. Everything went extremely smoothly to the extent we didn't need to think or worry about a thing. The places we went to and people we met were fantastic. An overall excellent experience. Only one small niggle - I ordered an electric...
Rit - our leader was FANTASTIC! There is so much about the holiday that was amazing it is hard to specify.
He was JUST BRILLIANT!
Well planned itinerary, excellent guide, very interesting tour. Good accommodation and good group size.
The two long cycle days in Thailand and the first day cycling in Vietnam. Staying at the hotels in Siem Reap and the Mekong Delta, the simple but delicious lunches at well chosen restaurants, the dinners - especially the social enterprise restaurant in Siem Reap and the restaurants in the Mekong Delta and the farewell meal in Ho Chi Minh City.
Constantly went out of his way to make sure all members of the group were having the best possible experience. Excellent organisational skills and very hard working. Always cheerful and a pleasure to be with. Outstanding.
The trip was well organized and the trip leader Rit was outstanding. We have done many trips with different guides and he was world-class.
Highly professional support team and an excellent trip leader. Everything went extremely smoothly to the extent we didn't need to think or worry about a thing. The places we went to and people we met were fantastic. An overall excellent experience.
There is so much about the holiday that was amazing it is hard to specify.
Rit - our leader was FANTASTIC!
Well planned itinerary, excellent guide, very interesting tour. Good accommodation and good group size.
Constantly went out of his way to make sure all members of the group were having the best possible experience. Excellent organisational skills and very hard working. Always cheerful and a pleasure to be with. Outstanding.
The trip was well organized and the trip leader Rit was outstanding. We have done many trips with different guides and he was world class.
We like the ethos of employing local guides and staff. Our guide Rit, was excellent and very organised. He had a confident calm and helpful manner.
Cycling through the villages in Cambodia, visiting the local food market with Rit,. Swimming in the reservoir, Visiting Ankhor Wat , visiting the Cu Chi tunnels and staying at the Mekong Boutique Resort and Spa. Also our leader Rit was fantastic and the group worked well together. We had some delicious meals.
Our leader Rit went above and beyond to ensure we had a good holiday.
We like the ethos of employing local guides and staff. Our guide Rit, was excellent and very organised. He had a confident calm and helpful manner.
Cycling through the villages in Cambodia, visting the local food market with Rit, Swimming in the Reservoir, Visiting Anchor Wat , visting the Cu Chi tunnels and staying at the Mekong Boutique Resort and Spa. Also our leader Rit was fantastic and the group worked well together. We had some delicious meals.
Our leader Rit went above and beyond to ensure we had a good holiday.
Rit, the tour leader.
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