Mekong Cycling
Cycling from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap through the Mekong Cities (or vice versa) to learn the Cambodian lifestyle living...
Embark on an exhilarating 5-day cycling adventure that takes you off the beaten path to discover the charm of remote villages, where you’ll experience the warm hospitality of farmhouse homestays and enjoy unforgettable nights camping in the breathtaking Kulen Mountain. Along the way, visit stunning waterfalls and witness majestic elephants at the Kulen Forest Camp, immersing yourself in the rich natural beauty and authentic culture of Cambodia. Each day promises new adventures and memorable moments, making this the perfect escape for nature lovers and those seeking to connect with the local spirit!
Day 1: Siem Reap – Sasarsdam Farmhouse
Day 2: Sasarsdam Farmhouse – Bong Thom Homestay
Day 3: Bong Thom Homestay – Phnom Kulen Camping
Day 4: Phnom Kulen Camping – Chansor Homestay
Day 5: Chansor Homestay – Kulen Elephant – Siem Reap
Tour costs are net per person in US Dollars based on twin/double sharing room:
2 people = USD 954 per person
3-5 people = USD 816 per person
6-9 people = USD 715 per person
Single supplement = USD 97
Optional e-bike extra charge = USD 100
Book the tour:
E-mail: sam@merrytravelasia.com
HP/WhatsApp: +85512766971
Siem Reap – Sasarsdam Farmhouse
At 8:00 AM, our driver will pick you up from your hotel in Siem Reap and transfer you to the bike shop, where you’ll meet your tour guide for a detailed briefing and bike fitting. We’ll then set off on our biking adventure from the shop, riding along the scenic Siem Reap Riverside and through small villages, making stops to observe the daily activities of local villagers. We’ll visit West Baray and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
After lunch, we’ll continue our ride to the Angkor Silk Farm and Phuk Market, where you can sample some deep-fried crickets and water bugs (optional, if you’re feeling adventurous!). Next, we’ll cycle along the historic Angkor Ancient Highway to Sasarsdam Farmhouse. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly greeted by the hosts and enjoy a refreshing drink.
In the late afternoon, take a leisurely stroll through the farms with your hosts, relax with cold drinks while enjoying the sunset, and savor a delicious dinner at the farmhouse. You’ll spend the night in a comfy hammock, immersed in the peaceful surroundings.
Included for the day:
Cycling: 50km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Farmhouse (sleep in hammock)
After breakfast at the farmhouse, we’ll bid farewell to our gracious hosts and begin our cycling journey through remote villages. Along the way, we’ll make stops to visit a local school and pagoda, offering chances to interact with friendly families and learn about their daily lives. We’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before continuing our ride to Bong Thom Homestay, where you’ll experience a warm welcome and a delightful dinner, followed by a cozy overnight stay.
Included for the day:
Cycling: 70km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Bong Thom Homestay (standard)
After enjoying breakfast at Bong Thom Homestay, we’ll set off on our cycling adventure to Phnom Kulen, where we’ll face the challenge of riding uphill to a height of about 500 meters above sea level. Along the way, we’ll make stops at breathtaking viewpoints to take in the stunning vistas before continuing our journey to visit the 1000 Lingas and enjoy a refreshing swim in the beautiful waterfall. We’ll then have lunch at a local restaurant to recharge. After lunch, we’ll ride to Anlong Thom Village before reaching our campsite for the night, where you’ll enjoy dinner and spend the evening in an adventure tent, surrounded by the wonders of nature.
Included for the day:
Cycling: 60km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Adventure Tent at Kulen Mountain Campsite
After breakfast at the campsite, we’ll begin our cycling journey to Wat Prah Kral, immersing ourselves in an adventurous biking experience as we navigate through the jungle and small hills. Along the way, we’ll visit charming small temples and Peung Tral, tackling paths filled with rocks, sand, and challenging trails that promise plenty of fun and excitement. After descending through picturesque villages, we’ll enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before arriving at our homestay in Chansor Community for the night. You’ll dine on delicious local cuisine and have the unique experience of sleeping in a traditional Khmer house in a remote village, truly embracing the local culture and hospitality.
Included for the day:
Cycling: 60km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Accommodation: Chansor Homestay (Khmer Traditional Stilt House)
After breakfast, we’ll embark on our ride towards Kulen Elephant Camp. Upon arrival, you’ll be warmly welcomed with a refreshing drink and receive a briefing about the camp. You’ll then join fellow visitors for a fascinating walk through the camp, where you can learn about the elephant family and observe these majestic creatures up close. After a delightful lunch at the camp, we’ll gear up and bike back to Siem Reap. We expect to arrive in Siem Reap around 4 PM, concluding this extraordinary tour filled with unforgettable experiences and memories.
Included for the day:
Cycling: 60km
Tour guide: English-speaking guide
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Posted on nickyelliott09Verified Excellent cycling trip Thank you to Merry Travel for quickly putting together a cycling day tour of the countryside around Siem Reap for our family. Sam, Zil and Wah were fantastic. We felt safe at all times and the bicycles were excellent quality. We were able to sample local food, try basket weaving, enjoy the scenery and finished with delicious lunch prepared especially for our group.Posted on Jim YVerified An Incredible Experience! Working with Merry Travel is a must if you are traveling to Cambodia! The team, led by Sam, is filled with incredibly talented, kind, and passionate tour guides. They always looked out for our group, and safety was their top priority. They shared their great knowledge of Cambodia and Southeast Asia, answering any questions we had. They also made our time together extremely fun and an experience we will never forget. We are so grateful for this experience, and I could not recommend Merry Travel more!Posted on William EVerified Great time! Everyone working at Merry Travel was so inviting, excited to talk to us and really nice. On top of that, they were great at showing us around and teaching us all the interesting things but none of the boring things. I had a great time, learned a lot and made some great connections!Posted on Phiona NVerified The Best Biking Trip Ever (Cambodia and Vietnam)!!!!! The trip was amazing! We biked in Cambodia and Vietnam. They made sure we felt comfortable during the entire trip. We had a good pace, where we would take enough breaks and have a lot a snacks: fresh fruit, water, lemonade, and crackers. It was amazing to see all the temples in Cambodia on the biking trip! They also educated us a lot on the temples and the country's history. We saw the king's palace! We also biked in Vietnam. It was incredibly beautiful. The views, especially of the rice fields, were amazing to look at while biking. The whole trip was well-organized and thought out. I miss both countries every day. I would definitely recommend. They have an option for an electric bike, which was helpful on the longer bike days. The roads were mainly flat, so there was no difficulty in biking.Posted on Christina HVerified The Best Way To Explore Cambodia and Vietnam I had an amazing time traveling with Merry Travel and biking in Cambodia and Vietnam! It was my first time traveling to Asia, but also my first time biking over 10 miles every day. The experience was very well organized, and I felt safe when biking on busier roads. Our guides from Merry Travel would direct traffic and make sure no one was left behind. Additionally, they informed us when to change our bike gears if we were going up hills or other trickier inclines. Every few miles, there would be pit stops with a table of fruits, delicious snacks, lemonade, and water. I can't think of a better way to explore these beautiful countries!Posted on Cate HVerified Incredible trip - fun, fulfilling, organized, safe, and stress-free!! The trip was amazing! Merry Travel did an incredible job organizing all the logistics, so we were able to fully immerse ourselves in the beautiful countries without having to worry about anything. The crew was amazing - they were all super friendly and helpful, and always went out of their way to make sure you were having the best experience possible. There is so much value in being led by a group like this that understands the area so well; there were so many things I would never have been able to see, learn, or experience without them. Food and accommodations were all incredible, and I felt so safe the entire time. Cannot recommend highly enough!!Posted on Quinn MVerified Love Merry Travel! I had the best time in Cambodia and Vietnam. Everything we saw and did was so fun, interesting, and well-planned. I highly recommend traveling with Merry Travel and Sam!Posted on Eli SVerified Gorgeous views & delicious food I had an awesome time on the trip! We learned so much from Sam and his tour guides about Cambodian and Vietnamese history, and we had great fresh fruit at each rest stop. Cannot recommend this experience highly enough. The biking is not strenuous at all and the views are very scenic.Posted on ekene mVerified Cambodian biking scenery trip In March I and a few other went on a trip all over Cambodia and to Vietnam . Throughout this two week trip Sam our amazing tour guide made sure we all were happy, healthy and most importantly safe. He made our trip one we could never forget. Thank you Sam!Posted on Alex SVerified Sam is Amazing This was an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Sam and his team were so kind and caring. I had so much fun biking through the temple complex. I really appreciated the snack tables they set up at every stop. The fresh mangoes were so delicious! I will cherish my memory of this for the rest of my life. If you have any hesitation you should 100% book Merry Travel.
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