Accommodation

1 nights simple homestay 2 nights premium hotel 10 nights standard hotel

Guide

Tour Leaders are quite simply the glue that holds our tours together. They are chosen for their travel experience and people skills and are thoroughly trained by Explore, widely acknowledged as some of the best training in the industry. A Tour Leader’s ultimate aim is to ensure everyone is well looked after and have a fantastic trip. They are there to ensure that the tour logistics run smoothly, that health and safety is adhered to and provide comprehensive briefings at the beginning and throughout the tour.

Others

All accommodation, activities and meals that are shown in the itinerary are included in the total cost of your trip You will also receive a complimentary transfer to and from the airport if you arrive on day 1 of the trip and depart on the last day and have provided your international flight information.

Transport

Bus, Bicycle, Boat

Meals

A key facet of our responsible approach to tourism is that we encourage our groups to eat in local restaurants that prepare locally grown food. We give customers choice as to their meals and do not use rather bland and impersonal hotel restaurants or all- inclusive options 13 Breakfasts 2 Lunches 2 Dinners

Optional

The following excursions and/or activities are usually available and may be arranged locally. Estimated costs are provided below for guidance only, are on a per person basis unless shown otherwise, and may depend on the number of participants. Prices quoted are correct as of the date these tour notes were originally issued but may change at any time due to currency fluctuations. Please note: These activities are booked and paid for direct with the supplier and do not form part of your Explore holiday contract. Grand Palace Bangkok Excursion - USD 30 Half day walking tour to Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall - USD 12 Bangkok - Longtail boat excursion on the Klongs includes visit to Royal Barge museum and Wat Arun USD22

Not included:

Insurance

Travel Insurance is not included

Flights

International flights not included in the tour cost

Others

Any visa costs, spending money and tips are not included in the trip price. You can also book extra nights’ accommodation at the beginning and end of the trip and the cost of this accommodation along with any transfers would be quoted separately.

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Day 1 Day 1: Join Trip In Bangkok; Optional Longtail Canal Trip
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 1: Join Trip In Bangkok; Optional Longtail Canal Trip

Arrive in Bangkok, the bustling capital of Thailand famous for its street vendors serving up tasty Thai food, bright lights, tuk tuks and longtail khlong boats plying the network of canals and waterways. Our Leader plans to meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for the welcome meeting and for those that wish, there is the chance to go out for dinner afterwards. There are no other included activities planned today, so you are free to arrive in Bangkok at any time. If you would like an airport transfer today, you will need to arrive into Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International airport (BKK), which is around an hour from the hotel. Should you miss the welcome meeting, your Leader will inform you of any essential information as soon as you catch up. Please note that if you wish to join the optional khlong canal trip today, the Tour Leader will be in reception at 12noon to get numbers of those interested and the excursion will depart at 1pm, returning at around 4pm. The traditional longtail boat is an ideal way to explore Bangkok’s network of backwaters that branch off from the Chao Phraya River. You will also visit Wat Arun (Temple of the Dawn) - built to represent the towering slopes of Mount Meru. If you are booking your own flights, we recommend giving yourself at least one hour to clear the airport, so therefore the latest your flight can arrive is 10am.
Day 2 Day 2: Cycle Bangkok’S Hidden Urban Oasis. Night Bike Ride
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 2: Cycle Bangkok’S Hidden Urban Oasis. Night Bike Ride

From busy downtown Bangkok we take a short hop across the Chao Praya River to an extraordinary place known to locals as Bang Kra Jao. Crossing the river is like taking a journey back in time where we find a peaceful place with a maze of waterways, small villages, temples and real tropical jungle. If it wasn’t for Bangkok’s skyline, you would never believe you were so close to the city and there is no traffic! We ride through the local communities, temples and schools stopping for a snack at a river pier across from Thailand’s naval academy. Next we visit a fascinating temple, built in the Ayutthaya period more than 250 years ago with a unique teak wood roof, windows and shutters painted in the ancient Mon style. We cycle on to the relaxing Sri Narkon Park and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before returning to the hotel for some downtime. Later this afternoon we see another side to Bangkok on our night ride, visiting a night market and the flower market. Please note for safety reasons we will only operate the night ride with a maximum of 9 passengers. For larger groups we will run a night walk instead. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 30-40 kilometres/18.6-24.9 miles (flat)
Day 3 Day 3: Explore Khoa Yai National Park By Bike
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 3: Explore Khoa Yai National Park By Bike

This morning we drive for about 1.5 hours to Nakornnayok Province, where we spend the rest of the day cycling in Khoa Yai National Park. On our ride we will take in the impressive sight of Thailand’s largest dam, Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam, where we can enjoy panoramic views from the top. We then cycle to Heaw Narok waterfall with 3 cascades and at the base of the falls are a few rustic restaurants where you can get some great authentic Thai food and a cool beer. We recommend you try the somtam (spicy papaya salad) with grilled chicken and sticky rice. We then have a short drive to our hotel for the night. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 50 kilometres/31.1 miles.
Day 4 Day 4: Rural Thailand Cycling To The Cambodia Border
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 4: Rural Thailand Cycling To The Cambodia Border

After breakfast we drive for about 2 hours toward Aranyaprathet. We break up today’s bus journey with an afternoon ride past typical scenes of rural Thailand. We will cycle through villages and enjoy the relaxed pace of life in the countryside. Rong Kluea Market also known as Ban Khlong Luek Border Market, it is said to be one of Thailand’s most frequented border markets. Once we have finished exploring the market we take a short drive to our hotel in Aranyaprathet and freshen up before dinner. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 40-50 kilometres/24.9-31.1 miles.
Day 5 Day 5: Drive To Siem Reap In Cambodia
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 5: Drive To Siem Reap In Cambodia

This morning we drive just 15 minutes to Poipet International border. After completing the Cambodia visa formalities we say farewell to our Thai support team and bikes and meet our hosts for the rest of the trip. The drive will take us about 4 hours to get to Siem Reap, the gateway town for the incredible Khmer temples of Angkor. On arrival in Siem Reap, we will check into our hotel and have time to visit the temple of Bayon and the South Gate of Angkor Thom by bus for sunset. This evening is free for you to explore the town and its restaurants. No cycling today
Day 6 Day 6: Explore The Magnificent Temples Of Angkor By Bike
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 6: Explore The Magnificent Temples Of Angkor By Bike

Today we drive a short distance to Angkor Wat to collect our bikes which we will use for the rest of our trip, then set off to discover several of the ancient temple cities by bike. We cycle to the impressive Ta Prohm Temple, which remains in the clutches of the encroaching jungle. Here we spend time visiting the temple, before pedalling along small hidden trails to the ruins at Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terraces, the Bayon, Baphoun and Preah Khan. In the afternoon we visit magnificent Angkor Wat with its extraordinary architecture and bas-reliefs. At the end of the day we cycle back to our hotel. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 25 kilometres/15.5 miles. 80% of todays riding is off road but not technical.
Day 7 Day 7: Floating Village, Rural Cambodia And Home Hosted Lunch
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 7: Floating Village, Rural Cambodia And Home Hosted Lunch

Today we will leave the crowds behind on a cycle ride to the small village of Rolous where we visit the temples, before continuing to a local market. After a rest and time to explore the stalls we take a boat to the floating village of Kompong Phluk. Our ride through rural Cambodia offers plenty of opportunities to once more connect with local people. The fascinating village of Kompong Phluk is built on stilts in Tonle Sap Lake. Its residents live a communal lifestyle and you will see everything from floating pig pens to young children paddling around in what looks like a bowl selling souvenirs and singing songs. After our boat trip we enjoy a home hosted lunch where we can ask questions and learn about local cuisine as well as everyday life. The the afternoon we take to our bus to visit Banteay Srey, where we collect our bikes again and cycle 25 kilometres/15.5 miles to either Pre Rup to enjoy watching the sunset, before either cycling or driving back to Siem Reap. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 56 kilometres/34.8 miles.
Day 8 Day 8: Drive And Cycle To Phnom Penh Via Koh Dach Silk Weaving Village
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 8: Drive And Cycle To Phnom Penh Via Koh Dach Silk Weaving Village

Today we leave the temples of Angkor behind and drive south to Phnom Penh. It’s a longer day in the bus today with about 6 to 7 hours driving. On the way as well as comfort stops, we’ll stop at the famous ancient bridge at Kompong Kdei. We continue on to the capital, then leave the highway and from drive to Koh Dach ferry dock. From the dock, we take an excursion by local ferry along the Mekong River to Koh Dach Island where we visit a traditional Khmer weaving village. There are many handicrafts that come from this sleepy island but they are best known for the silk weaving. You will see how the villagers produce their own dyes and weave silk on old looms. Discover and learn about the traditional way of life as you cycle for about 22 kilometres/13.7 miles around the island. We return to our bus by the same ferry before driving the short distance on to busy Phnom Penh. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 37 kilometres/23 miles.
Day 9 Day 9: Exploring Phnom Penh
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 9: Exploring Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh is a lively city with many French colonial buildings and plenty to see. Angkor was Cambodia’s capital city until the 1440s when it switched to Phnom Penh. Today we explore the emotive Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, formerly a high school that became the Khmer Rouge’s main torture and interrogation centre; the National Museum, a treasure trove of beautifully preserved carvings and lintels rescued from Angkor; the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, all with a local guide. We then drive out of the city to the infamous Killing fields of Choeung Ek - the memorial stypa is a glass tower filled with human skulls - a gruesome reminder of the scale of Pol Pot’s atrocities. No cycling today
Day 10 Day 10: Cross The Border To Vietnam Then Cycle Around Ha Tien On The Mekong Delta
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 10: Cross The Border To Vietnam Then Cycle Around Ha Tien On The Mekong Delta

After breakfast, we drive for about 3 hours directly to Prek Chak and cross the border. Once we have completed the Vietnamese visa formalities we continue the short distance by bus to Ha Tien town. Getting on the bikes we spend the afternoon cycling around this charming, colourful town alive with vibrant riverside markets. Dramatic limestone formations are scattered around and, with its location sitting right on the Gulf of Thailand, this is a truly scenic spot to spend the night. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 20 kilometres/12.4 miles.
Day 11 Day 11: Cycle The Canal Between Vietnam And Cambodia To Chau Doc
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 11: Cycle The Canal Between Vietnam And Cambodia To Chau Doc

We drive for about 30 kilometres/18.6 miles from Ha Tien town before starting today’s ride. The journey takes us on flat terrain along the Vinh te Canal which once marked the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. At Tri Ton via Ba Chuc we see the Bone Pagoda, another ghastly reminder of the Khmer Rouge regime. We explore the emerald green wetlands of Tra Su Cajeput forest with its many water hyacinths and water lilies. Our ride ends at Chau Doc, a lovely little town on the banks of the Hau Giang River where we will spend the night. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 50 kilometres/31.1 miles.
Day 12 Day 12: Rural Village Cycling, Homestay With Traditional Vietnamese Dinner Included
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 12: Rural Village Cycling, Homestay With Traditional Vietnamese Dinner Included

This morning we drive from Chau Doc to Long Xuyen, which should take us less than a couple of hours. After catching the ferry we get back on the bikes for a ride to Dinh Yen village where sedge mattresses are weaved from seagrass. Continue cycling through Lai Vung and Tan Quy; districts famous for their mandarin oranges. The final short section of todays journey is by bus before arriving at our homestay for the night in Binh Hoa Phuoc. We stay in a traditional house that is equipped for tourism and the owners live next door. Rooms are simple and clean with fans, mosquito nets and ensuite bathrooms. There is a living room, as well as indoor and outdoor dining options. Dinner is included and will consist of local dishes made from fresh locally sourced ingredients, a great opportunity to try traditional dishes and learn more about Vietnamese cuisine and cooking methods. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 50 kilometres/31.1 miles.
Day 13 Day 13: Cycling On Binh Hoa Phuoc Island, Drive To Ho Chi Minh City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 13: Cycling On Binh Hoa Phuoc Island, Drive To Ho Chi Minh City

We enjoy our last ride today with a cycle around the beautiful island of Binh Hoa Phuoc. The island is littered with tropical fruit orchards and as well as admiring the colour and variety of fruits we will also stop to sample produce along the way. We take leave from the bikes and travel by boat to Cai Be. Back on land we drive the final leg to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam’s largest city and most vibrant. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 30 kilometres/18.6 miles.
Day 14 Day 14: Trip Ends Ho Chi Minh City
12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Day 14: Trip Ends Ho Chi Minh City

The trip ends after breakfast at our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. There are no activities planned today, so you are free to depart from Ho Chi Minh City at any time. If your flight is departing later in the day luggage storage facilities are available at our hotel. If you would like an airport transfer today, you need to depart from Saigon’s Tan Son Nhat International Airport (airport code SGN) which is between 45 minutes and an hour from the hotel.

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14 days tour

Bangkok To Saigon By Bike

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Itinerary of your trip Bangkok To Saigon By Bike

Day 1: Join Trip In Bangkok; Optional Longtail Canal Trip

Day 2: Cycle Bangkok’S Hidden Urban Oasis. Night Bike Ride

Day 3: Explore Khoa Yai National Park By Bike

Day 4: Rural Thailand Cycling To The Cambodia Border

Day 5: Drive To Siem Reap In Cambodia

Day 6: Explore The Magnificent Temples Of Angkor By Bike

Day 7: Floating Village, Rural Cambodia And Home Hosted Lunch

Day 8: Drive And Cycle To Phnom Penh Via Koh Dach Silk Weaving Village

Day 9: Exploring Phnom Penh

Day 10: Cross The Border To Vietnam Then Cycle Around Ha Tien On The Mekong Delta

Day 11: Cycle The Canal Between Vietnam And Cambodia To Chau Doc

Day 12: Rural Village Cycling, Homestay With Traditional Vietnamese Dinner Included

Day 13: Cycling On Binh Hoa Phuoc Island, Drive To Ho Chi Minh City

Day 14: Trip Ends Ho Chi Minh City

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