SOUTHERN CAMBODIA BIKING TOUR TO THE COAST

Best places to visit: Phnom Penh - Sihanoukville - Kampot - Bokor - Kampot - Takeo - Phnom Penh

Durations

8 days

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

20 people

Languages

English & Czech


This trip is for those who want to see a different and true Cambodia by discovering coastal towns in southern Cambodia. The ride through small towns and villages give you a great experience of this beautiful country. The trip is balanced with challenging biking day and laid back time on Sihanoukville beach and Rabbit Island.


Itinerary :

Day 1: Arrival in Phnom Penh

Day 2: City tour of Phnom Penh

Day 3: Transfer to Sihanoukville

Day 4: Ride to Kampot

Day 5: Island tour in Kampot

Day 6: Ride to Takeo

Day 7: Ride to Phnom Penh

Day 8: Departure

Day 1 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Arrival Phnom Penh

SOUTHERN CAMBODIA BIKING TOUR TO THE COAST
Cycling around Phnom Penh City

Upon arrival in Phnom Penh you will meet our guide at the airport and transfer to hotel downtown. It is depend on the time you arrival that you would have a short city tour in the afternoon or just relax in the hotel after check-in. Phnom Penh is a bustling capital where traditional Asian customs meet essential western customs in a very charming way. In the evening we will have a tour briefing and welcome dinner with Khmer delicacies. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Summary
Transfer airport – hotel: 20 mins
Meal: Welcome dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 2 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Phnom Penh Sightseeing Tour

Our city tour starts with a visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the site is a former high school which was used as the Security Prison 21 (S-21) by the communist Khmer Rouge regime from its rise to power in 1975 to its fall in 1979.

Then head to the famous Royal Palace which was built in 1866 under the French protectorate and King Norodom and the National Museum, a treasure chest of Angkorian and pre-Angkorian artifacts. After the museum, we will scale up the steps of a small hill to see Wat Phnom Temple, the birth place of Phnom Penh. Lunch in local restaurant.

SOUTHERN CAMBODIA BIKING TOUR TO THE COAST
Phnom Penh City Tour

We will spend the rest of day shopping at the Central Market and Toul Tompong Market where you will feel a bustling daily life of local people with Cambodia’s special character through local specialties, their houses, their faces, Palaces and buildings of Khmer & Colonial style architecture

Summary
City tour: Full-day
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 3 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Cycling Along The Coast Of Sihanouk Ville

SOUTHERN CAMBODIA BIKING TOUR TO THE COAST
Sihanoukville Beach

After our breakfast we depart for Cambodia’s foremost beach resort: Sihanoukville. Upon arrival in Sihanoukville we check in hotel and enjoy the beach. In the late afternoon we will fit the bikes and have a ride around town to “get in the mood of cycling”. We will visit a pagoda on top of the hill from where you can admire a great view along the coast of Sihanoukville before we return to our hotel. Overnight in Sihanoukville.

Summary
Transfer to Sihanoukville: 3.5 hrs
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Hotel in Sihanoukville

Day 4 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Long Ride Bikes To Kampot

After breakfast we transfer about 15km out of town to avoid the steep hills and heavy traffic. The ride today is a real challenge for any rider not because of the difficult terrain but the long distance. We have to cover 80km. However, the support vehicle will be ready whenever you need.

We cycle the coastal road to Kampot town which have the magnificent Elephant Mountains as a backdrop. We will ride through peaceful countryside and encounter friendly locals who will greet you with broad smiles and curious faces. Picnic lunch on the way.

Kampot is a small provincial capital situated on the banks of a river with a relaxing and shady boulevard. There are still many French colonial buildings present in town and it has a truly relaxing atmosphere overlooking the mountain range and sunset over the river. Overnight in Kampot.

Summary
Biking: 80 km, smooth paved road
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampot

Day 5 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Swimming, Snorkeling In Rabbit Island

A trip to the Cambodian coast simply would not be complete without some true island relaxation. In the morning after breakfast we take a short boat ride takes us to neighboring island of ‘Koh Tonsai’, or Rabbit Island, leaving us to enjoy the beaches, swimming, snorkeling and lunch with seafood. We also explore the island to learn about the simple rural life of the island’s residents. In the afternoon, take the boat back to Kampot. Overnight in Kampot.

Summary
Meal: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Kampot

Day 6 –  Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Kampot Cycling To Takeo

SOUTHERN CAMBODIA BIKING TOUR TO THE COAST
Snorkeling In Rabbit Island

After breakfast we depart for Takeo, a small town that is truly Cambodian in any sense. Today is also a long riding day with 75km we have to cover. Again, the support vehicle will be ready whenever you need. Today we will have a combination of smooth paved road and slightly bumpy village roads. The accommodation for tonight is basic but comfortable enough to spend a night in Takeo. Dinner in local restaurant and overnight in guest house.

Summary
Biking: 75 km, smooth paved road combined with village road
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Guesthouse in Takeo

Day 7 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Takeo Cycling To Phnom Penh

We depart early for Phnom Penh. The first leg of the trip is peaceful with riding through villages and fields. We would see Cambodian farmers working hard on their farms. We stop several times for a snack break and continue towards Tonle Bati Temple, an ancient Angkorian style temple which has been preserved quite well.

The pretty garden around it makes it a great treat before you explore the massive Angkor Wat complex. Overnight in Phnom Penh. Lunch in local restaurant and then we continue cycling to ward Phnom Penh. We arrive in Phnom Penh in late afternoon. Check in hotel and quite sure that we would be in mood for a glass of Angkor beer. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Summary
Biking: 75 km, smooth paved road combined with village road
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Accommodation: Hotel in Phnom Penh

Day 8 – Southern Cambodia Biking Tour To The Coast: Phnom Penh – Departure

Breakfast and free at leisure until you transfer to the airport for flight home. Trip finishes.

Summary
Transfer hotel – airport: 30 mins
Meals: Breakfast

End of service!!

Include :

  • Hotel room base on twin shared
  • Camping with twin shared tent
  • Meals as indicated in the program
  • Support vehicle for the whole trip
  • All airport transfer with AC vehicle
  • English speaking guide
  • Mountain bikes & helmet
  • 01 bottle of drinking water per day
  • Sightseeing and entrance fee
  • First-aid kit 

Exclude :

  • Visa
  • Air-ticket and airport tax
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal expenses 
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