Bangkok to Saigon by Bike 2025 - 14 Days

Arrive in Bangkok, Thailand's vibrant capital, known for its street vendors, tasty Thai food, bright lights and tuk-tuks. Our tour leader will meet you in the hotel reception at 6pm for a welcome meeting, and for those who wish, there's the option to go out for dinner afterwards. You're free to arrive in Bangkok at any time. If you'd like an airport transfer today, you'll need to you arrive at Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK), about an hour from the hotel. If you miss the welcome meeting, the tour leader will fill you in on any essential details when you catch up. For those interested, there is an optional canal trip this afternoon. Our tour leader will meet you in reception at 12pm to confirm numbers, and the excursion will depart at 1pm, returning around 4pm. A longtail boat cruise is the perfect way to explore Bangkok's network of backwaters and get an initial feel for the city. If you're booking your own flights, we recommend arriving by 10am to allow time to clear the airport.

We take a short hop across the Chao Praya River to Bang Kra Jao, a peaceful green oasis known to locals as the 'green lung' of Bangkok. It's a world away from the city's bustling streets, offering a maze of waterways, small villages, temples, and tropical jungle. We'll cycle through local communities, temples, and schools, stopping for a snack at a river pier opposite Thailand's naval academy. Afterward, we'll visit a fascinating temple built over 250 years ago in the Ayutthaya period, featuring a unique teak wood roof. Next, we'll cycle to Sri Narkon Park and enjoy lunch at a local restaurant before heading back to the hotel for some downtime. In the evening, we'll experience another side of Bangkok on our night ride, visiting a night market and the flower market. For safety reasons, we limit the night ride to a maximum of ninepassengers. For larger groups, we'll offer a night walk instead. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 30-40 kilometres/18.6-24.9 miles on flat terrain.

This morning, we drive for about 90 minutes to Nakhon Nayok Province, where we'll cycle in Khao Yai National Park. We'll visit the impressive Khun Dan Prakan Chon Dam and enjoy panoramic views, followed by a ride to the Heaw Narok Waterfall, where you can take in the sight of the three cascading falls. At the base, there are rustic restaurants where you can sample delicious authentic Thai food. We recommend trying the somtam (spicy papaya salad) with grilled chicken and sticky rice. Afterward, we'll have a short drive to our hotel for the night. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 50 kilometres/31.1 miles.

After breakfast, we drive for around two hours toward Aranyaprathet, with an afternoon ride through rural Thailand. We'll cycle through villages and enjoy the slow pace of life in the countryside. We'll stop at Rong Kluea Market, one of Thailand's most popular border markets. After exploring the market, we'll 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.

This morning, we drive just 15 minutes to Poipet International Border. After completing visa formalities, we bid farewell to our Thai support team and bikes, and meet our new hosts for the rest of the trip. The drive to Siem Reap takes about four hours. Once we arrive, we'll check into our hotel and, in the evening, take a bus to visit the Bayon Temple and South Gate of Angkor Thom for a beautiful sunset. The evening is free for you to explore the town and enjoy its restaurants. There is no cycling today.

Today, we drive a short distance to Angkor Wat, where we'll collect our bikes for the rest of the trip. We'll cycle to the impressive Ta Prohm Temple, which is being overtaken by the jungle, and then along hidden trails to explore the ruins at Phimeanakas, the Elephant Terraces, Bayon, Baphoun, and Preah Khan. In the afternoon, we visit the majestic Angkor Wat with its extraordinary architecture and detailed bas-reliefs. We'll end the day by cycling back to our hotel. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 25 kilometres/15.5 miles. Around 80% of today's riding is off-road but not technical.

Today, we leave the crowds behind and cycle to Rolous village to visit the temples before continuing on to a local market. After a rest, we take a boat to a floating village. The floating villages are fascinating to explore, with everything from floating pig pens to children paddling around selling souvenirs and singing songs. After the boat trip, we'll enjoy a home-hosted lunch where we can learn about local cuisine and everyday life. In the afternoon, we'll visit Banteay Srey, then cycle 25 kilometres/15.5 miles to Pre Rup, where we can watch the sunset before heading back to Siem Reap. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 56 kilometres/34.8 miles.

Today, we leave the temples of Angkor behind and drive south to Phnom Penh. It's a longer day on the bus, around six-seven hours, with comfort stops along the way. We'll visit the ancient bridge at Kompong Kdei before continuing to Koh Dach Island, known for its traditional Khmer weaving village. We'll take a local ferry to the island, where we'll cycle about 22 kilometres/13.7 miles, learning about the traditional way of life and seeing how the villagers produce silk. After our visit, we'll return to our bus for a short drive to Phnom Penh. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 37 kilometres/23 miles.

Phnom Penh is a vibrant city with French colonial architecture and a fascinating history. Today, we'll visit the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, the National Museum, the Royal Palace, and the Silver Pagoda. We'll also visit the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, a sobering reminder of the horrors of the Khmer Rouge regime. There is no cycling today.

This morning, we drive around three hours to Prek Chak and cross the border into Vietnam. After completing the Vietnamese visa formalities, we drive a short distance to Ha Tien. We'll cycle around this charming town, surrounded by limestone formations and vibrant riverside markets. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 20 kilometres/12.4 miles.

After driving 30 kilometres/18.6 miles, we'll start our ride along the Vinh Te Canal, which once marked the border between Vietnam and Cambodia. We'll see the Bone Pagoda, a reminder of the Khmer Rouge regime, before cycling through the Tra Su Cajeput forest with its vibrant wetlands. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 50 kilometres/31.1 miles

Today we'll cycle through villages known for their handmade sedge mattresses and mandarin oranges, before arriving at our homestay in Binh Hoa Phuoc, where we'll enjoy a delicious traditional Vietnamese dinner. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 50 kilometres/31.1 miles.

We'll enjoy a beautiful cycle around Binh Hoa Phuoc Island, with its tropical fruit orchards, before driving to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam's largest and most vibrant city. Our total cycling distance today is approximately 30 kilometres/18.6 miles.

Our trip ends at our hotel in Ho Chi Minh City. There are no activities planned, so you're free to depart at your convenience. If your flight departs later, luggage storage is available at the hotel. If you'd like an airport transfer, you'll need to depart from Tan Son Nhat International Airport (SGN), which is around 45 minutes to one hour from our hotel. Our itinerary allows for limited time in Ho Chi Minh City, we recommend adding extra nights post-tour to experience everything Old Saigon has to offer.