Discover the world-famous Angkor temples in Cambodia, and the modern Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam.
In Cambodia you will walk through Siem Reap, contemplating its incredible World Heritage Site of Angkor Wat. In Vietnam, you will experience what it’s like to be in the bustling city of Ho Chi Minh. You will also follow the trail of history at Cu Ci Tunnels. Then, you’ll head to the beauty of the Mekong Delta. A perfect combination of your essential trip in Cambodia & Vietnam.
Upon arrival, please look out for the Siem Reaper Travel welcome sign at the arrivals gate. We will transfer you to your hotel where you can take your time and relax by the pool or venture out for your first exploration of this ancient city. In the early evening, your guide will meet you at the hotel reception where a trip briefing will be held.
After having breakfast at the hotel, It’s time for the main event with a whole day to enjoy a guided tour around the unforgettable Angkor complex. First, we will visit Angkor Wat, which is the most famous of all the Angkor temples. The temple, built in the early 12th century by King Suryavarman II contains three stories of libraries, galleries and towers surrounded by a thick retaining wall and an imposing moat. Having your professional historian guide, you will be able to discuss in detail what you are looking to achieve from your time at the temples.
You will then head out into the center of Angkor Thom and enter the city through the ancient Gate, an impressive stone gate carved with elephants and four giant faces. From here, continue to Bayon Temple, found in the center of the city famed as the enigmatic faces representing the 54 provinces of the Great Khmer Empire. The Terrace of the Elephants and the Terrace of the Leper King are also must-visits as they are both known for their intricate bas-reliefs.
Have lunch at a local restaurant for exotic Khmer cuisine. Ta Prohm temple is your next stop before some leisure time in the late afternoon. Ta Prohm is unique in that it has been left largely as it was found- overgrown by jungle trees and vines, with many parts of the temple crumbling to the ground, and creating one of the most photogenic and atmospheric temples of the entire Angkor site.
After having breakfast at your hotel, we will go and see the great landscape of Tonle Sap lake. This is a unique experience offering a great outdoor adventure into Siem Reap’s countryside by exploring a floating village and seeing first hand the livelihoods of the Cambodian people.
We will take you out to the Siem Reap countryside in order to explore the local ways of life in Siem Reap. You will be greeted by friendly locals and get a deeper understanding of their lives and traditions. The journey will end at the Tonle Sap lake, where you will experience the lifestyle of Cambodian people living in the floating villages, offering you the opportunity to see how families adapt their life to be able to live on the water.
Return to the hotel in the afternoon. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure on your own.
Khmer treats at night
At 17:00 hop into a tuk-tuk in Siem Reap and discover the famous Khmer food! In the early evening, your guide will pick you up from your hotel in a tuk-tuk and take you to various street stalls around the city for delicious local dishes. Stroll through the narrow streets around the old market square and stop here and there to try the tempting delicacies. One or two delicious regional beers are ideal for this.
Then, take your tuk-tuk to Angkor Kyung Yu Road (Road 60), which is one after the other. Enjoy the vibrant ambience of tourists and local families who gather for dinner in the early evening. Enjoy a selection of exotic fruits, grilled meats and, if you’re feeling adventurous, fried insects! End your evening with a traditional Cambodia cocktail and return to your hotel blissfully.
Today, we will start with an early morning so you can witness the sunrise at the extraordinary, Angkor Wat and travel through the vast collection of ancient temples. Your guide will take you to the best spots to make sure you witness the colorful sunrise over Angkor Wat.
We will then return to the hotel at the indicated time, transfer to Siem Reap airport to take the departure flight to Ho Chi Min.
Ho Chi Minh City, also called Saigon, is probably the most exciting city in Vietnam and a popular travel destination for individual Asia trips. Life in Ho Chi Minh City pulsates around the clock and the city is always filled with motorcycles, cars and bicycles. Upon arrival, transfer to the accommodation.
Today, depart the hotel for a full day Ho Chi Minh city tour to enjoy the rich tapestry of the history and culture of the city. We walked along Dong Khoi Street, which was formerly called Rue Catinat, home to many of the city’s most important places since the French colonial period when it became known as the “Paris of the East”. We see the restored Opera House and the Hotel de Ville formally renamed the Hall of the Popular Committee. We admire the beautiful Notre Dame Cathedral and the impressive facade of the Central Post Office, designed by the architect Gustav Eiffel. On the western side of District 5, we visit bustling Chinatown Cholon and the iconic Thien Hau Temple, built in honour of the goddess of the sea. We end the day at the bustling Ben Thanh Market or Saigon Market, considered the symbol of the city and the ideal place to shop. Return to the hotel and accommodation.
This morning, depart the hustle and bustle city for an excursion to discover the magical Mekong Delta. Board a private boat on the Ben Tre River, one of the tributaries of the Mekong River, and sail through the narrow canals, surrounded by dense mangroves, coconut trees, and orchards of tropical fruits.
We will also visit a traditional brick kiln, an artisan center for the production of coconut derivatives and we will taste the exotic fruits of the area. Eat lunch at a restaurant in the heart of the Delta, then we cross the shady trails and green rice fields to discover a completely different world where life unfolds around the river. We end the day traveling in the sampan going deeper into the mythical delta before returning to Ho Chi Minh.
After breakfast at the hotel, we take a half-day excursion to the Cu Chi tunnels. The Important base of the Vietcong during the War with the United States, the Cu Chi tunnels were never discovered by American forces. This incredible underground network that extends for 200 km, has been excavated by hand on the hard laterite stone and connects different rooms such as command posts, hospitals, houses and weapons factories. Today, you can walk through this area and discover the day to day life of the VC, see the cleverly camouflaged entrances, learn about the traps they prepared and even venture into the tunnels, some of which have been modified so that they can access tourists.
After a visit, we’ll have lunch at a local restaurant and spend the rest of the day at leisure until the transfer to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (Ho Chi Minh) for the onward flight.
Siem Reap, Cambodia
Central Corner d’Angkor features a restaurant, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a bar and shared lounge in Siem Reap. The room was spacious, comfortable and beautifully decorated. The pool area is a private oasis and though it is small, it was always quiet to relax.
Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam
Located in Ho Chi Minh City, 500 meters from War Remnants Museum, This hotel provides accommodation with a restaurant, a fitness center and a bar. The rooms are fitted with air conditioning, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a kettle, a shower, a hairdryer and a desk. The hotel rooms are equipped with a wardrobe and a private bathroom.
Meals are characterized by fresh, seasonal ingredients, prepared in a simple, classic style of Cambodia and Vietnam. Western food is also available during the trip.
Dietary Requirement
If you have any specific food requirements (vegetarian, vegan, food allergies), please inform in advance so that we can provide a notice to the restaurant or hotel where you will be served.
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Siem Reap | Ho Chi Minh
Min. 2 – Max. 12 People
18 to 70
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REQUEST A QUOTEThe terrain is varied, mainly flat and follows by the mixture of tarmac roads and dirt roads passing the countryside & Angkor complex. We cycle on backroads with lovely open landscapes and leisurely with plenty of stops to rest or take photos. Our Siem Reaper guides can also easily accommodate type riders, who seek less ride with a boost in the van.
We strongly recommend that you ride a mountain bike for our trips involved in asphalt, dirt, and backroads that some are sandy and rocky. If you are much more comfortable with your own stuff, we highly suggest bringing such as pedal, saddle, helmets, and water bottles. Our mechanic will adjust to your bikes and personal stuff.
The tools and spares are carried by your tour guide in the vehicle along with a full toolkit for the tour. However, it is also gauche for us to carry spares for every eventuality, therefore, it is necessary that when before departing, you should have a quick look at your two-wheel fellow whether it is in good order.
We recommend you to wear a helmet all our biking adventures and is non-negotiable. If you do not wear a helmet you will not be allowed to cycle. Your tour guide is trained in first aid and emergency rescue, but to a large degree, you must be responsible for your own safety while riding.
The country has two distinct weather seasons but we can travel all year round in Cambodia. Our wet season runs from May to September and the dry season from October until April and the heaviest rainfall usually in August & September. The cooler is 24°C around November/December and hottest hitting 35°C around April/May.
Keeping you completely hydrated is a job we take very seriously. Cold water, some energy-restoring local fruit, and soft drinks are included in the tour price while riding. Soft drinks and other beverages during meals are not included. Beer is freely available everywhere but is NOT included in the price.
The currency of Cambodia is called ‘Riel’, and there are however no needs to change the currency into riel as US dollars are accepted everywhere. Please kindly note that ripped, torn, or old bills will not be accepted. ATM machines are available in the main cities across the country and mostly in Siem Reap and Phnom Penh. Banks are open Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 3:00 PM and Saturday morning until 12:00 PM. Most hotels and restaurants in the major cities will charge US dollars, but for other currencies, it is advisable to visit a bank. Traveller’s checks can be exchanged at banks and some hotels, but it is not usable outside of the major cities. We would highly recommend using Visa Card or Master Card, as they are now accepted in many hotels, restaurants, and shops in Phnom Penh and Siem Reap. As if you wish to travel in a local taxi (Tuk-Tuk), make sure to have the right amount of cash and change with you as the drivers are unlikely to keep a lot of cash with them.
The visitors to Cambodia require a passport to enter the country and all travelers must hold a passport with the validation for 6 months after their planned exit from Cambodia.
Citizens of the UK, EU countries, Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the United States and almost all other nationalities will require a visa to visit Cambodia. Non-UK residents should check with the Cambodian Embassy in their country of residence for the most up-to-date information. Most nationalities can get a visa on arrival at Phnom Penh & Siem Reap international airports without prior registration. Visa issued on arrival for most nationalities, US $30/pax, and the visa has a one-month validity. You need to pay in cash and in US Dollars and provide two recent, identical passport photographs.
Travel insurance is not covered in the tour price. You can organize travel insurance with your preferred insurance company. As medical facilities in Cambodia are rather limited, so it is imperative for you to take out a good medical insurance policy when travelling.