Cycle Southeast Asia’s hidden backroads with full support, real local stays and off-grid temple access
12 Days from
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In Comfort Adventures
Introductory to Moderate
55kg of CO2-e PP per day
(608kg of CO2-e PP entire trip)
This cycling journey travels from Ho Chi Minh City through the Mekong Delta and into Cambodia, combining rural riding with cultural exploration. The route passes rice paddies, waterways and local villages, with highlights including Cai Rang floating market, Tra Su bird sanctuary and a Mekong River journey to Phnom Penh. In Cambodia, you explore Phnom Penh, cycle through Koh Dach’s weaving villages and visit the archaeological site of Sambor Prei Kuk. The journey concludes in Siem Reap with cycling around the Angkor temples and visits to communities on Tonle Sap Lake.
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16 scheduled departures between 15 Oct 2026 and 27 Dec 2027.
Did this trip with my 20 year old son. Great father son bonding time experience. Would go back and do it again happily. You need to be pretty fit to get through the whole event. Definitely take factor 50 sun cream, gloves to keep your hands from burning, long sleeved tops and loose trousers to cycle in. It was 35 to 37 degrees when we went in early February. Guides were amazing, off road bicycles were great. The last two days in Cambodia were pretty arduous but the day cycling around Angkor Wat was an all time highlight of my life.
From getting off the plane in Vietnam to departing the hotel in Cambodia everything was catered for and we were treated like Kings!!! The guides, support crews and hotel staff were incredible- excellent value for money
The tour was seamless and took us to many places we wouldn’t go on a self drive tour.
We didn’t have to worry about anything.
Very satisfied
Every day was different. So much fun
A fabulous experience! We were thoroughly looked after from booking to finish. Definitely the best way to experience the culture, history, interaction with locals and food in these two fascinating countries. The cycling was very manageable and well supported by excellent guides and support crew. Highly recommended!
Overall very enjoyable. Good insights into Vietnamese and Cambodian culture from capable guides. Easy cycling apart from the last day. Excellent food.
We travelled for 12 days by bike in Vietnam and Cambodia - through the Mekong Delta from Saigon and then up to Angkor Wat - with our 13 year old son. We had an amazing time. Some long rides in very hot weather, but our amazing guide managed to gauge things perfectly - stopping for cold sugarcane juice or providing fresh fruit for short breaks. Lots of cultural and historical information, easy access to sites of significance and a great balance between fun and adventure. The accommodation was of a much higher standard than we had expected - the Mekong delta homestay was incredible. Our group of 7 got on really well, which added another element. The cycling was sometimes challenging due to the heat, but we were able to access areas that no tourists would see - cycling along pathways through villages and rice fields rather than being caught in crowds. Nothing better than pushing yourself and then relaxing with fine local food and the occasional Saigon beer! We loved our trip and will start thinking about where next! Great value too.
Our bike trip through Vietnam and Cambodia was amazing, wonderful, and intense on every dimension -- sensory, culturally, mentally, physically. I truly felt that I was in another world, forcing me to re-think so many preconceptions and assumptions in the face of the realities before me. And being on a bike allowed us to experience the rural, back country where typical tours never go; a unique and valuable adventure.
This trip is run by one of our local partners, on a departure shared with travellers from other companies.
What's the benefit to you? More departure dates, and dates that reach their minimum numbers sooner, because bookings from several companies go into one group. Your guides live and work in the region.
Who is in your group? Expect a mix of travellers and nationalities, not only people who booked with World Expeditions.
What will we tell you when you book? We advise the name of the local partner at the time of booking, along with any terms of their own, such as an additional deposit. These apply alongside our Booking Terms and Conditions.
Travelling alone? On some partner-operated trips your own room is required. The room options on this page show which applies to this trip.
In cities and larger towns, accommodation is in carefully selected 4–5 star properties that offer a high standard of comfort, service and location. These hotels are typically centrally located or well positioned for easy access to key areas, allowing you to make the most of your time both on and off the bike. Where possible, properties are chosen for their character and atmosphere, reflecting the destination while still delivering consistent quality. All hotels used on our cycling trips have been tested over many years and are selected based on strong traveller feedback, reliability and operational suitability for active itineraries.
The bikes used on this trip are modern aluminium framed, front suspension mountain bikes. Consistent and safe braking is ensured by disc brakes and the wide spread of gears provide the ability to ride up and back down the hills in comfort and confidence. If you have a saddle and clip in pedals you wish to bring and use, the mechanic would more than happy to fit them for you.
Cycle hassle-free and climb mountains with ease, enjoy nature and landscapes without physical limitations. Electronic Bikes make it possible and are available to hire for the entire trip for an additional fee. The e-Bikes available feature Hybrid Cycling Technology, combining electric and human power to produce the most efficient, powerful and natural E-bike riding experience. Consistent and safe braking is ensured by hydraulic disc brakes. If you have a saddle and clip in pedals you wish to bring and use, the mechanic would more than happy to fit them for you.
This cycling trip is fully supported. Sets of tools are aboard the support truck and your bike mechanic will assist with any difficulties. The vehicle support also allows you to take a break when you need it.
Cycling in the Mekong Delta follows a mix of quiet sealed roads, narrow concrete paths and sections of compacted dirt. Routes are generally flat, running alongside water and through villages, with minimal traffic. Surfaces are mostly smooth and non-technical, though short gravel or dirt sections may occur, particularly in more rural areas.
Cycling across Vietnam’s Central Highlands follows a mix of sealed roads, quiet secondary routes and occasional rural lanes. The terrain is varied with climbs and descents through coffee plantations, forested hills and agricultural landscapes. Road surfaces are generally good throughout, though some rough or broken pavement can occur in more remote areas, along with short gravel sections. Overall, the riding is non-technical, with the main challenge coming from elevation changes in the highlands rather than the surface itself.
Cycling in Cambodia follows predominantly flat terrain across a mix of sealed rural roads and unpaved red earth tracks. As the landscape becomes drier, routes pass through open countryside, rice fields and small villages, with generally low traffic and a steady riding pace. Surfaces can vary between smooth pavement and compacted dirt, with some looser or dusty sections depending on conditions. Around the Angkor region, riding takes place on a network of quieter backroads and trails linking temple sites, providing a more immersive way to experience the landscape and its historical setting.
Every departure date advises whether the date is confirmed, and roughly how full it is. Here is what each one means.
If a date shows Guaranteed to go, it runs regardless of further bookings.
It means two travellers are enough to confirm the departure. It could be 2 more to add to the group, or the date only needs 2 people to run. Either way, if you book for two people, the date will become guaranteed to run.
You will know the status before you book. Every date on this page is labelled, and dates marked “Guaranteed to go” are running regardless of further bookings. Where a date has not reached its minimum we either offer a surcharge to operate for a smaller group size so it can still run, or we cancel it. We contact you directly either way.
If we cancel a departure due to not meeting minimum trip numbers, you receive a full refund of everything you have paid us less any non recoverable costs, where insurance may cover you. We cannot refund money committed elsewhere – additional non refundable deposits advised at the time of booking, flights, visas, vaccinations, gear - which is why it is worth waiting for “Guaranteed to go” before booking other arrangements around this trip date. Please read our Booking Terms and Conditions before you book.
Each trip closes online a set time before departure. Permits, internal flights and hut or campsite bookings all have to be arranged before we take payment. Call or enquire as it might still be possible to organise last minute places.
Cancellations happen and places do open up on closed dates, so it is worth being on our list. We can also tell you which nearby date on the same trip has space, which is usually the faster route.
Yes, as a private departure. We can run this trip on a date you choose, for your own group - family, friends, a club, or in many cases, just for the two of you. Tell us when you want to travel and who is coming, and we will build it around that.
Daily cycling distances range from 45 to 80km (28 to 49.7mi) on generally flat terrain.
Yes. You are welcome to bring your own saddle or clip-in pedals, and our team will fit them to your bike. If you have a saddle that you already know is comfortable for longer rides, we highly recommend bringing it with you.
It is a guided trip supported by cycling guides, mechanics and drivers.
Accommodation is in 3 to 4 star hotels on a twin or double share basis.
The best time is generally from November to April when conditions are drier and temperatures are more moderate across southern Vietnam and Cambodia.
A support vehicle carries luggage and equipment throughout the trip.
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Discover how we're working to cut carbon emissions from our adventures by exploring the Climate Action page within our Responsible Travel hub.
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