Vietnam to Cambodia: Mekong River & Temples

Cruise the Mekong River from the vibrant southern capital of Saigon, Vietnam, to the ancient kingdom of Angkor, Cambodia. Enjoy it the best way possible, the slow way, by bike and boat on a tour specially made to accommodate both cyclists and non-riding partners. Spend your mornings exploring your surroundings by bike or by foot, then in the afternoons, cruise the iconic Mekong River in comfort and style.

There is no better way to see the Mekong Delta than aboard our atmospheric, intimate, 14 cabin ship, crewed by the most charming bunch of people on the river. We use this easily maneuverable vessel with its teak tones and shining brass fittings, as our floating retreat, meaning that you unpack once. Our chef will take you on a culinary journey to match your geographic one, from traditional Vietnamese to contemporary fusion and on to the lesser-known cuisine of Cambodia, you may find yourself wondering if it really is a bike tour or a food tour!

You can plan each day as it comes. Take a morning ride, an afternoon ride, both rides or opt out of riding on any given day and join the non-riding partners and friends on a parallel series of walks and local livelihood tours. We created this tour to create maximum daily flexibility and so that non-riding partners and friends can join and enjoy a fulfilling experience

In addition to our time on the river ship, we will spend two nights in a delightful boutique hotel in Siem Reap and we spend our time there exploring the ancient temples and ruins of the Angkor Kingdom. We do this by riding the hidden trails through the protected forests of the surrounding national park. It is the kind of highlight and conclusion to a trip that will etch itself into your memory.

Highlights

• Take a walking food tour of the lively city of Saigon and sample favorites including local coffee, beer and chocolate.
• Cycle or wander the maze of canal paths and bridges of the fertile Mekong Delta
• Pedal the Silk Islands near Phnom Penh and visit traditional village industries.
• Wander your way through Phnom Penh with your expert guide in tow to learn more about Cambodian history.
• Gaze at a magnificent sunrise over the spires of Angkor Wat before exploring the park by bike and foot.

The riding is mostly flat. You will cycle on a great variety of surfaces, ranging from concrete to hard-packed dirt and even a few forest trails around Angkor. Traffic will almost always be a rarity.