Saigon to Bangkok

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Tre - Tra Vinh, 47 mi, (75 km)
Day 3: Tra Vinh - Can Tho, 50 mi. (82 km)
Day 4: Can Tho - Chau Doc, 40 mi. (65 km)
Day 5: Chau Doc - Phnom Penh
Day 6: Phnom Penh - Oudong - Kampong Thom, 29 mi. (47 km)
Day 7: Kampong Thom - Siem Reap, 40 mi. (64 km)
Day 8: Angkor temples, 26 mi. (42 km)
Day 9: Siem Reap Countryside, 34 mi. (54 km)
Day 10: Siem Reap - Bangkok - Mae Phim Beach
Day 11: Rayong Loop, 36 mi. (58 km)
Day 12: Mae Phim Beach - Chao Lao, 13 mi. (73 km)
Day 13: Chao Lao Beach - Chanthaburi, 47 mi. (76 km)
Day 14: Chanthaburi - Bangkok

This cycling adventure goes beyond the beaten track and the rides are not always predictable. Due to these reasons, it is occasionally necessary to reroute or update itineraries. The guarantee a trip will not be changed unless for safety or to improve it.

Day 1: Ho Chi Minh City
Welcome to Ho Chi Minh City, or Saigon as most locals prefer to call it! On arrival day, we gather in the tour hotel in the late afternoon for a trip briefing and welcome dinner. Please let us know if you need assistance with airport transfers or pre-tour hotel bookings. We also recommend arriving at least a day or two before the tour begins to get acclimated and explore some sites around! (D)

Accommodation: Northern Charm Hotel / Nhat Ha L'Opera Hotel 

Day 2: Ho Chi Minh City - Ben Tre - Tra Vinh, 47 mi, (75 km)
Escape the bustling concrete jungle of Saigon and embark on a captivating 2.5-hour journey into the heart of the Mekong Delta. This stunning region is characterized by lush greenery and winding waterways that stretch towards the East Vietnam Sea. Starting in the vibrant city of Ben Tre, you'll quickly adapt to the dynamic Vietnamese road culture, where motorbikes zip by.

Crossing the picturesque Ham Luong River, you'll enter a tranquil world filled with coconut farms, banana plantations, and sugarcane fields. Explore charming hamlets nestled alongside crisscrossing canals and rivers as you travel along narrow farm roads. Your adventure includes several small bridge crossings and two local ferry rides, with the second ferry taking you across the expansive Co Chien River.

Arriving in the city of Tra Vinh, you'll settle in for the night in a place rich with cultural influences from both Vietnamese and Cambodian (Khmer) heritage. Experience the unique blend of traditions that have shaped this region long before modern borders were established. Join us for an unforgettable journey through the enchanting Mekong Delta! (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Ven Song Bungalow
Elevation gain/loss: +475m/-481 m

Day 3: Tra Vinh - Can Tho, 50 mi. (82 km)
Departing from Tra Vinh, you head westward through the fertile floodplain between the Cho Chien and Hau Rivers, two key tributaries of the Mekong. This scenic route showcases a stunning patchwork of rice paddies, solidifying the Mekong Delta's reputation as Vietnam’s “rice bowl.”

Vibrant daily life unfolds along the way, featuring a harmonious blend of fields, waterways, fruit orchards, villages, and towns. Numerous Khmer-style Buddhist temples highlight the region's rich Cambodian heritage.

After nearly 80 km, you reach the outskirts of Can Tho, where a brief transfer allows you to avoid the bustling city traffic. As the largest city in the Mekong Delta, Can Tho serves as a hub of waterborne culture and commerce, offering a unique glimpse into this captivating region’s lifestyle. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Iris Hotel Can Tho/Ninh Kieu 2 Hotel 
Elevation gain/loss: +504 m/-496m 

Day 4: Can Tho - Chau Doc, 40 mi. (65 km)
An early start begins with a boat ride to Cai Rang, the Mekong Delta’s largest floating wholesale market. Experience the lively atmosphere as vendors navigate their colorful boats, showcasing goods on tall poles. Enjoy morning coffee, rice noodles, and fresh fruit from the comfort of the chartered boat. Once back on land, it’s time for a final bike ride through the lush Mekong Delta. Afterward, a support vehicle fast-tracks to the Cambodian border, followed by a shorter afternoon ride to Chau Doc. Along the way, visit the Ba Chuc genocide memorial site, honoring the victims of the Khmer Rouge atrocities in 1978. The ride concludes along country roads with gentle mountains in the background. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Chau Po Hotel 
Elevation gain/loss: +131m/-91m

Day 5: Chau Doc - Phnom Penh
In the early morning, a speedboat cruise up the Mekong River begins. Shortly after departing from Chau Doc, immigration formalities at the Cambodian border are completed. The comfortable 5-6 hour journey allows for observation of daily life along the riverbanks. Arriving in Phnom Penh, Cambodia's vibrant capital, in time for lunch, the afternoon is dedicated to exploring the city. While known for its poignant genocide memorial sites, the focus is on Phnom Penh’s bright side. A rickshaw ride takes visitors from the riverside to the Royal Palace, the King of Cambodia's official residence, showcasing stunning architecture and art. After touring this glittering complex, enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure, with optional visits available. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Frangipani Royal Palace Hotel 

Day 6: Phnom Penh - Oudong - Kampong Thom, 29 mi. (47 km)
Navigating out of Phnom Penh by bike can be challenging due to the city’s chaotic traffic, but a ferry ride across the river takes cyclists to a peninsula between the Tonle Sap and Mekong Rivers. From there, a route through riverside neighborhoods leads to the northern suburbs, transitioning into the countryside after about 30 km. Experience the charm of rural Cambodia while cycling through villages with stilt houses, farms, and friendly locals cheering along the way. The ride concludes at Oudong, where a complex of Buddhist stupas sits atop a ridge. Once Cambodia’s capital, the site requires climbing 400 steps for stunning views. After your visit, enjoy lunch nearby before transferring 3-4 hours to the tranquil town of Kampong Thom for the night. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Sambor Village/Glorious Hotel and Spa 
Elevation gain/loss: +263m /-207m

Day 7: Kampong Thom - Siem Reap, 40 mi. (64 km)
Starting from the hotel, the ride along the scenic Stueng Saen River begins. After 8 km, the route crosses the river via a small ferry or makeshift bridge, depending on water levels, then continues north along quiet country roads through Cambodia’s fertile floodplain. Experience rural Cambodia as you cycle through charming villages and vast rice fields. After covering 40 km, arrive at the ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sambor Prei Kuk, home to brick temples entwined with tree roots, connected by sandy paths—a perfect spot for some mountain biking. After exploring the temples, enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before completing the final 15 km to the main road. A 2-hour transfer follows to Siem Reap, the “gateway to Angkor,” where three nights will be spent. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Steung Siem Reap Hotel
Elevation gain/loss: +341m /-342m

Day 8: Angkor temples, 26 mi. (42 km)
The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Angkor features the former capital cities of the Khmer Empire, where lavish stone temples were built from the 9th to 15th centuries. Today, explore Angkor’s iconic sites by cycling along paths that wind through the temples and ruins. At Ta Prohm, famous from the film “Tomb Raider,” discover the stunning façade of laterite and sandstone entwined with massive fig tree roots. The Bayon temple, designed as a microcosm of the heavens, showcases rows of carved faces gazing in all directions. At Angkor Wat, Cambodia's national symbol and the largest religious structure in the world, stroll through courtyards adorned with beautifully preserved carvings depicting Hindu myths and daily life. In the afternoon, return to Siem Reap and enjoy dinner at SPOONS, a social enterprise restaurant serving authentic Khmer cuisine while supporting the training of marginalized youth. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Steung Siem Reap Hotel
Elevation gain/loss: +334m /-334m

Day 9: Siem Reap Countryside, 34 mi. (54 km)
Today's adventure shifts focus from Angkor's main sites to the surrounding countryside, allowing for a more peaceful experience. Departing Siem Reap by bike, the route begins on paved roads before transitioning to quiet dirt paths through rice fields and small villages. Along the way, visit local homes to see cottage industries like basket weaving and sugar palm production. The ride concludes at the 10th-century Banteay Srey temple, celebrated for its exquisite bas-reliefs carved into delicate pink sandstone. Enjoy lunch at a nearby local restaurant before transferring back to Siem Reap, leaving the afternoon free to relax by the pool, enjoy a massage, or explore the town. For those with extra energy, cycling back to Siem Reap is an option (about 40 km along the main road). Dinner is at your leisure tonight. (B,L)

Accommodation: Steung Siem Reap Hotel 
Elevation gain/loss: +171m/-139m

Day 10: Siem Reap - Bangkok - Mae Phim Beach
Begin your day with a scenic boat cruise on Cambodia’s Tonle Sap Lake, the largest freshwater lake in Southeast Asia and one of the country’s most important natural ecosystems. Relax aboard an open-air boat as you glide past traditional floating villages and take in panoramic views of the shimmering lake. After returning to Siem Reap by lunchtime, you’ll transfer to the airport for an afternoon flight to Bangkok. Upon arrival, our local Thai team will greet you and escort you from the bustling city to the tranquil shores of Mae Phim Beach on Thailand’s east coast, overlooking the beautiful Gulf of Thailand. The drive takes approximately 3.5 hours, with a stop for dinner along the way. You’ll then check into a seaside resort, where you will stay for two nights and enjoy a peaceful coastal retreat. (B, L, D)

Accommodation: Grand Blue Resort 

Day 11: Rayong Loop, 36 mi. (58 km)
Set out from Mae Phim Beach on a scenic cycling tour that takes you deep into the agrarian, hilly hinterland of Rayong Province. After a refreshing coastal warm-up, the route leads inland, where you’ll experience firsthand why Thailand is one of the world’s top producers of natural rubber. As you pedal along peaceful country roads lined with slender rubber trees, imagine that the very tires beneath you may have been made from rubber tapped in this region. After approximately 40 km, the landscape opens into a vast wetland ecosystem featuring serene lotus lakes and natural marshes. Your ride concludes at the Rayong Botanical Garden, a protected nature reserve known for its mangroves, floating grass islands, and rare native tree species. Entering the garden by bike, you’ll cross a rustic wooden bridge and follow narrow forest trails before boarding an electric boat for a tranquil cruise through the wetlands. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the calm waters and unspoiled scenery. In the mid-afternoon, a short transfer returns you to the resort, where you’re free to unwind and enjoy the rest of your day at leisure. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Grand Blue Resort
Elevation gain/loss: +495m /-498m

Day 12: Mae Phim Beach - Chao Lao, 13 mi. (73 km)
Today’s cycling route takes you from beach to beach as you explore the natural and cultural highlights of eastern Thailand. The first 20 km follow the coastline, passing shrimp farms and crossing a scenic bridge over a wide estuary. After navigating the narrow market lanes of a historic riverside community, the ride transitions briefly onto a provincial road before opening into peaceful fruit orchards, rubber plantations, and shady woodlands. Around the 55 km mark, the Gulf of Thailand comes back into view. Circle a rugged cape and stop at a small Buddhist shrine perched at the end of a walkway stretching into the bay. Just before lunch, enjoy a stunning seaside section along a tarmac road running directly beside the ocean. In the afternoon, continue around Khung Kraben Bay, cycling a gravel road lined with the region’s distinctive rectangular shrimp ponds. The day ends at Chao Lao Beach, a palm-fringed, local-favorite stretch of sand that remains pleasantly off the typical tourist trail. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Chao Lao Tosang Beach
Elevation gain/loss: +463/-466m

Day 13: Chao Lao Beach - Chanthaburi, 47 mi. (76 km)
Your final ride begins by crossing over jungle-clad hills dividing the Gulf of Thailand from a picturesque inland lagoon. Tracing the edge of this vast lagoon—speckled with local fisheries—for roughly 5 km, you then make your way back to the coast and continue along a long, flat stretch to Laem Singh Beach. You'll see remnants from the brief 19th-century French occupation here, including the oddly named "chicken poop prison" (we'll let the guide explain that one!). Turn north through orchards of durian, mangosteen, and coconut, pass the retro town of Nong Bua at about 60 km, and finish with a canal-side ride into central Chanthaburi. This lively city is famous for its historic riverside area, Thailand’s largest Catholic cathedral, and its gem market. Enjoy exploring before heading to your farewell Thai dinner. (B,L,D)

Accommodation: Maneechan Resort
Elevation gain/loss: +397m/-394m

Day 14: Chanthaburi - Bangkok
After breakfast, begin your transfer to Bangkok, Thailand’s dynamic and vibrant capital city. The drive takes approximately four hours with arrival in the early afternoon. While lunch is not included, you’ll have the option to grab a meal at a rest stop or enjoy a late lunch in Bangkok, renowned as one of the world’s top culinary destinations. Your tour concludes with a convenient drop-off at your post-tour hotel in Bangkok. If you need help arranging Bangkok hotel reservations or airport transfers, our team will be happy to assist.

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Accommodations in 3-star hotels. On each day’s itinerary, you will find the preferred accommodation listed. If for any reason, a change is necessary due to availability or other circumstance, the alternative will always be of the same standard or better.

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