TRIP BANGKOK CAMBODIA VIETNAM 15 DAYS 14 NIGHTS

Trip Profile:This journey takes us across three countries with contrasting recent histories and subtly different cultures. From the busy streets of Bangkok we make straight for the clear warm water of The Gulf Of Thailand to the forest and th distand mountain before Moving into Cambodia we head through shimmering paddy fields to Angkor, the magnificent temple and city complex at the centre of the former Khmer Empire and one of the world's great historic sites. We reach Phnom Penh, where we encounter stark reminders of Cambodia's more recent past.Arriving in Vietnam, we enter the Mekong Delta, a criss-crossed patchwork of rice paddies and waterways, the so-called 'rice bowl of Vietnam'.We complete our journey in the vibrant city of Saigon where the frenetic pace contrasts .This is the fantastic trip recommend by Vietnam Adventure Cycling Tour.

DAY 1: BANGKOK – LAEM MEA PIM BEACH

Vietnam Adventure Cycling Tour guide will pick you up at the hotel and transferred south away from the busy streets of Bangkok to the laidback and beautiful Laem Mae Phim Beach. Here you will have some free time to relax, have lunch and maybe even take a dip in the clear warm waters of the Gulf of Thailand. In the afternoon you will spend some time preparing your bikes and going on a gentle warm up cycle ride through the surrounding countryside, nearby villages and fruit plantations (this region of Thailand is renowned for its exotic fruit). This short bike ride allows you to get to know your fellow cyclists as well as ensuring your bike is working properly. Back at the resort you will enjoy your traditional Thai \'Welcome\' dinner.

Activities:
•    30km biking.
•    Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 2:LAEM MEA PIM- CHAOLAO BEACH

Get up early as you acclimatize to the weather. The bike ride hugs the coastline as you pass from beach to beach on small local roads that are very quiet to traffic, the seascapes are marvelous. This is an interesting bike route that lets you see the local Thai way of life, as you cycle through local fishing villages, sea food markets and plenty of temples where you can stop for a well earned rest and refreshments. The mangrove swamps and fruit plantations add a diversity to the scenery on this very picturesque of rides. You also take some short ferry crossings which help to save some distance by taking you directly across the estuaries. You finish the bike ride right on the quiet beach of Chaolao. From here it is so easy to take a refreshing dip in the sea before dinner.

Activities:
•    80km biking.
•    Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 3: CHAOLAO BEACH- PONG NAM RONG

Today is a big day as you cycle through 110km with some steady climbs near the end. Initially you bike inland and notice the scenery changing from coastline to forests and distant mountains. Again this bicycle ride is on small paved roads that have little traffic and are a joy to cycle on. You are now in Chantaburi Province which is well known for its fruit and you will see and taste plenty as you pass by plantations, forests and lots of small local villages. The last 12km of the ride is on a busier road and this is where the small climbs begin. However, on arrival in Pong Nam Ron the reward is the hotel\'s pool where you can relax with a well earned beer, overlooking the adjacent golf course with a backdrop of forested mountains.

Activities:

• 80-110km biking.
• Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 4: PONG NAM RONG- PAILIN ( CAMBODIA)

This morning you head east on less travelled roads, cycling towards the quiet Thai / Cambodian border crossing, nestled in the foothills of the scenic Cardamom mountains. Immediately on crossing the border you will notice the difference in the fortunes of these neighboring countries as you leave the tarmac of Thailand and cycle on the bumpy red dirt roads of Cambodia! It is also very obvious how the concrete homes of Thailand give way to the wood and thatch shacks of Cambodia. After 20km of Cambodian cycling you arrive at the small, dusty town of Pailin, which was once home to both a thriving semi-precious stone mining industry and some former high ranking officials of the expired brutal Khmer Rouge regime.

Activities:

• 65km biking.
• Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 5: PAILIN- BATTAMBANG

Bike on the tarmac road all the way to the outskirts of Battambang. After a few early climbs the majority of the day is downhill, not that you will obviously notice it as you weave around the large potholes! Initially you cycle through cash-crop plantations such as corn, cassava, and cashew nut, however getting closer to Battambang this changes to the emerald green of endless rice paddies. You cycle through various pleasant small villages made up of wooden shacks and shady trees. Excellent places to stop for a rest and get some real interaction with the curious and friendly locals. About 15km from Battambang you cannot fail to miss the imposing limestone outcrop of Phnom Sampeau with its hilltop pagoda. If you still have excess energy you may choose to climb the 700+ steps and be rewarded with great views of the surrounding countryside. Battambang is a relaxed and laid back town sitting on the banks of the Sangker River and a pleasant place to explore before having dinner.

Activities:

• 85km biking.
• Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 6: BOAT TRIP FROM BATTAMBANG –SIEMREAP

You have an early start as you cycle through the sleepy streets of Battambang to board the boat to Siem Reap. This is arguably the most fascinating river trip in Cambodia and takes around 6 - 7 hours (N.B. When the water levels are low it may not be possible to take the boat trip, and the journey will be made by road). As the river winds its way into the Tonle Sap Lake (South East Asia\'s largest freshwater lake) you pass an amazing variety of landscapes and lives, seemingly unchanged for hundreds of years. As the river joins the Tonle Sap Lake you pass the protected wetland of Prek Toal, regarded as the single most important breeding ground for globally threatened large water birds in South East Asia. After crossing the vast expanse of this inland sea and heading towards Siem Reap port you pass through the floating village of Chong Khneas where we witness an entire bamboo village complete with homes, gas stations, schools, hair dressers, and even karaoke bars floating on water!You will have an opportunity to own a collection of photos which is about ordinary life style of locals living on Tonle Sap. In rainy season, Tonle Sap Lake reaches 10,000 square Km and it\\\'s got only 5,000 square Km in dry season. Once you arrive at the port you get a chance to shake your legs as we cycle the 15km into Siem Reap and to your hotel.

Activities:

• 20km biking.
• Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 7: EXPLORE THE ANGKOR TEMPLE BY BIKE

On your first morning in Siem Reap we head out to begin our cycle exploration of these incredible temples. Today we will focus on the Small Circuit which features temple greats such as: the pyramid of Takeo, the jungle-clad Ta Prohm, made famous by the Hollywood blockbuster \'Tomb Raider\'; Sras Srang, known as the King\'s bathing pond; and the impressive Royal City of Angkor Thom. You will also bike to other important sites in this immense walled city. After lunch it is time to cycle to the majestic Angkor Wat, the world\'s largest religious building. After returning to the hotel you are free at leisure to experience Siem Reap\'s nightlife which includes many fine restaurants and lively bars.

Activities:

• 40km biking.
• Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 8: SIEMREAP- BANTEAY SREI- SIEMREAP

This morning you bike north towards Banteay Srei. This cycle ride is a real delight and your first introduction to the wonderful Cambodian countryside and its friendly villagers. On route we will stop off at a couple of villages to get a closer look at the wooden stilted homes and everyday life. One thing you will notice for sure is large black pots in people\'s gardens containing a thick light brown bubbling mixture - this area is famed for its sugar palm tree sweets, sure to give any cyclist a much needed energy boost! On arrival at Banteay Srei you will be struck by its delicate beauty. It is an elaborately decorated temple, embellished with floral motifs and scenes from the Ramayana, all carved from pink sandstone. You will have lunch at a local restaurant, after which you cycle back towards Siem Reap and depending on the time explore some other temples on the way. This evening you will enjoy a \'Farewell\' dinner and a mesmerizing Apsara dance performance.

Activities:

• 80km biking.
• Meal :Breakfast, Lunch ,Dinner

DAY 9: SIEMREAP- PHNOMPENH ( BY BUS)

The easy day will start in the early morning  after breakfast, we will heading  to Phnom Penh by bus. the journey will take us around 4 hours . so we will stop at the public bus restop for more experience of the local living life . Arrive in Phnom Penh , afternoon visit Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum. Overnight in Phnom Penh.

Activities:

• No biking.
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch,Dinner.

DAY 10: PHNOMPENH- TAKEO

In the morning, our drive and bike guide will take to the Cheung Ek killing field which is 15 km from city centre. Option, enjoy doing shopping by your own free time. Check out your hotel and leave Phnom Penh for The transfer to Takeo .Overnight in Takeo

Activities:

• No biking.
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

DAY 11: TAKEO- CHAU DOC( VIETNAM)

We will start our adventure cycling day right after the breakfast at the hotel ,we will cycling 50 km to the inland boder between Cambodia and Vietnam.  You will have a chance to know more about the living life of the local people  in Cambodia .crossing the boder you will see he diffirence between Cambodia and Vietnam.the lush green rice field will welcome you to Vietnam.stop for lunch and keep cycling 30 km along the borderline to Chau Doc ,the smuggling town.Overnight in Chau doc.

Activities:

• 60- 80 biking.
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

DAY 12: CHAU DOC- LONG XUYEN

After breakfast, we leave for the floating houses on upper Mekong river by boat where we can see plenty of catfishes, red snappers… breeding under right their houses. What is an amazing life! Then keep boating to visit the Cham village with about 12.000 people who those are weaving sarongs, hats…by hands as keeping their ancestral tradition. Walk to the mosques that Muslims pray and teach Cham kids in Arabic for a while. Then we start cycling along incredible country roads from Chau Doc to Bachuc along the border, or re-trace back to triton (depending on road conditions). The cycling starts to gently undulate and mountains begin to loom as you ride out off Chau Doc. The presence of Thnot trees indicates the growing proximity to Cambodia and the local people speak Vietnamese as their second lanaguge. This afternoon, you will cycle to the killing fields of Vietnam at Bachuc, where Polpot’s regime massacred over 3,000 Vietnamese in 1978. Our final cycling to Longxuyen, the scenery is completely different. Overnight in Longxuyen.

Activities:

• 50km biking
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

DAY 13: LONG XUYEN – CAN THO

Today’s ride is split into two sections and is a contrast to the previous day’s ride. After a very early breakfast, the ride start with a short transfer and a ferry crossing. From the upstream, you will cycle on a tiny road. You will continue by bike along narrow lane to the main road, where we transfer along highway to Cantho for lunch. In the afternoon, you will take a boat trip to the famous Cairang floating market before riding on a narrow paved road market to Phong Dien. The route waves through the afternoon market bustling along the banks of the very busy river. Absorb the sights of endless cottage industries, timber merchants, coconut shredders, small docks loading/unloading rice, and tiny vibrant markets. Overnight in local hotel in Cantho

Activities:

• 70km biking
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

DAY 14: CAN THO – TRA VINH

After breakfast, enjoy a boat ride to Cai Rang floating market, your boat will cruise through the market slowly as you could admire the colorful floating market in Vietnam Mekong Delta. After your boat ride, cycle on paths to Cau Ke via Tra On. In this afternoon, continue cycling on narrow country lanes to visit Khmer temples in countryside of Tieu Can.  Right here, you can see the living activities of Khmer community in Vietnam. Continue pedaling on rural roads to Tra Vinh.

Activities:

• 80km biking
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch,Dinner

DAY 15: TRA VINH- BEN TRE- SAIGON

Begin with a short biking on back roads to Co Chien river, cycling on beautiful narrow lanes along the riverside through the coconut plantations of Thanh Phu’s countryside. Continue riding to My Tho,the gateway  to Saigon from Mekong Delta. You bike ride will be ending in My Tho city. Have lunch before couple of hours transferring to Ho Chi Minh City. the end

Activities:

• 50km biking
• Meals: breakfast,Lunch.