Why you’ll love this trip?
- Start in Siem Reap, exploring Angkor’s temples on bikes.
- Embark on a Cambodian Luxury Cruise trip along the Mekong River.
- Cruise southward to Phnom Penh, experiencing daily river life.
- Explore coastal towns and relax on the beach.
What’s the Activity level?
- Moderate fitness required
- Short length rides, suitable for the leisure cyclist with good mobility.
- The longest cycling day spans up to 30 km, but there’s always the option to use the support vehicle if needed.
- Most rides typically range from 10 km to 30 km in distance.
What’s the transport and accommodation like?
- Travel on variety of transportation, including bikes, private vans, bus and cruise.
- 4-5 star accommodations with private facilities and local charm.
- Hotels selected for their safety, location, ambiance, and friendly staff
TRIP SUMMARY
Duration: 12 days from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh
Trip focus: A moderate Luxurious cycle tour exploring Cambodia and meandering the Mekong River on a Luxury River Cruise.
Accommodation: 7 nights 4 and 5* hotels and 4 nights onboard the luxurious 4* Jahan Cruise – Run of House cabins.
Transport: Bikes (E-bikes available at surcharge), private vans and buses, River cruise
Group size: Maximum 10 + tour leader, Minimum 4
Single supplement: from NZ$4,390
E-bike supplement: from NZ$650
Operator: This tour is run by one of our trusted local partners
WHAT’S INCLUDED:
- Experienced English speaking local guides
- Private transportation by air-conditioned vehicle for transfer and support truck for cycling days.
- Mountain or E-Bike Rental and helmets for cycling days
- Meals as mentioned in the itinerary
- Bottled drinking water for sightseeing
- Healthy snack, fresh local fruits and water for biking days
- All sightseeing entrance fees where required in the itinerary
- Mechanic support from 7 passengers up
- Accommodation in twin shared room in hotels with daily breakfast
- 4 nights on Luxury Heritage Line THE JAHAN – Lower Mekong Cruise and sightseeing: Private cabin (2 persons per cabin)
- Basic first aid kit
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED:
- International flight to Siem Reap / from Phnom Penh
- Cambodia Visa
- Travel Insurance (compulsory)
- Personal expenditure (phone, laundry, shopping and so on)
- Tips for guide, driver, porters.
- Beverages and alcoholic drinks
- Any other services not clearly mentioned on itinerary and trip inclusive portion
DAY 1 – ARRIVAL DAY SIEM REAP
At 13:30, meet at the hotel for a visit to Angkor Wat, a masterpiece of the Khmer Empire. Explore its vast grounds, intricate carvings, and active shrines still used by locals. If time allows, visit other nearby temples.
Meals Included: None
DAY 2 – SIEM REAP FULL DAY BIKING AROUND THE TEMPLES & FOOD TOUR
Start the day with a ride to Ta Prohm. Continuing to Banteay Kdei. Lunch is at local restaurant. In the afternoon visit the ancient royal city of Angkor Thom with its magnificent centre piece; the Bayon. Continue the exploration with a visit to the Terrace of the Elephants.
Spend the evening with your private guide gaining a genuine insight into Cambodian food the way the locals like it, travelling by tuk tuk. Sample a range of exotic fruits, grilled meats and if you’re brave enough fried insects.
Cycling distance: 14 km
Difficulty: Easy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 3 – SIEM REAP - CYCLING TO BANTEAY SREI AND BANTEAY SAMRE
Today we have an easy cycling trip through the countryside and start the day riding west out of Siem Reap towards Banteay Samre, then Banteay Srei Temple. After lunch we transfer to visit Mebon Temple and Sunset at Pro Rup temple then transfer back to the hotel.
Cycling distance: 30 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 4 – SIEM REAP - SAMBAUR PREI KUK - CRUISE STARTS FROM KAMPONG CHANG
Today we drive toward the south. Stop along the way to cycle around Sambor Prei Kuk. Lunch is at local restaurant. In the afternoon, depart to Kampong Cham and visit Wat Hanchey, then transfer to your cruise with check in at 6pm. When we embark the ship we will have a welcome briefing, then you can enjoy some private time until dinner is served in the dining hall.
Cycling distance: 20 km
Difficulty: Easy / Moderate
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 5 – ANGKOR BAN - PREK BANGKONG - KAMPONG LAEANG
The ship sails to Angkor Ban village on the Mekong River.. Cycle through local villages, return for lunch onboard. In the afternoon, visit a silk weaving community and learn about the intricate silk production process. Overnight on the Mekong.
Cycling distance: 20 km
Difficulty: Easy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 6 – KAMPONG LAEANG – KAMPONG TRALACH – PHONM PEHN
Wake early to enjoy sunrise and a morning Tai Chi session before breakfast. Visit Kampong Laeang and cycle through rice fields and villages known for pottery and palm sugar. After lunch onboard, cruise south to Kampong Tralach. Enjoy afternoon tea, then take an ox-cart ride through scenic countryside to visit a local NGO school and library, or explore a nearby 300-year-old temple.
Cycling distance: 18 km
Difficulty: Easy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 7 – PHNOM PEHN CITY TOUR - SILK ISLAND CYCLING
Welcome to Phnom Penh, once called the “Paris of the East.” After breakfast, enjoy a full-day tour beginning with a cyclo ride through the city to visit landmarks like the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, and the moving S21 prison. After lunch, cross the Mekong by ferry to cycle around Koh Dach Island, known for its silk weaving and rural life, before returning to the ship. In the evening, attend an expert lecture, followed by an open-air barbecue and Apsara dance performance, with time afterward to explore Phnom Penh’s lively riverfront nightlife.
Cycling distance: 15 km
Difficulty: Easy
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
DAY 8 – PHNOM PENH TO KEP
Today our guide and driver will take you to Kep, a 3-hour drive, and after stopping at Chouk, we get back on our bikes and cycle to the coastal town of Kep. We cycle through Phnom Wur Mountain. We then continue along the foot of the mountain until we reach our hotel in Kep.
Cycling distance: 25 km
Difficulty: Easy / Moderate
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 9 – KEP - KAMPOT WITH PEPPER FARM - KEP
After breakfast, we cycle through Kampot Pepper Farm, enjoying countryside views. We visit Chnurk’s mountain cave and then explore Kampot, known for its serene atmosphere and beautiful colonial buildings. Then a picnic lunch at the local restaurant then cycling or shuttle back to Kep.
Cycling distance: 30 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 10 – KEP - SIHANOUKVILLE - KOH RONG
After breakfast, cycle to Otres Beach, passing through mountains and villages to reach Ochheuteal. Then, transfer to Koh Rong by boat according to the resort’s schedule.
Cycling distance: 20 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Meals Included: Breakfast and Lunch
DAY 11 – KOH RONG AT LEISURE
Free at leisure or take an optional tours (book with the resort).
Meals Included: Breakfast
DAY 12 – SIHANOUKVILLE - PHNOM PENH - DEPARTURE DAY
After breakfast, you’ll have free time until boarding the boat at 11:00 back to the mainland. Additional charges may apply if guests wish to depart separately on an earlier or later boat (if available). Transfer back to Phnom Penh airport for your onward flight back home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
HIGHLIGHTS
DATES
| Start Date | End Date | Availability | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11th Mar 2026 | 22nd Mar 2026 | AVAILABLE | NZ$11,279 |
| 21st Oct 2026 | 1st Nov 2026 | AVAILABLE | NZ$10,490 |
