Itinerary
- Day 1
Ho Chi Minh City
You'll land at Saigon Airport where your guide meets you for the transfer into Ho Chi Minh City. After checking into the Eden Saigon Hotel, you have some time to settle in before heading out for a welcome dinner. The evening includes a river cruise along the Saigon River, then you'll explore the city at night to get a feel for the local energy and atmosphere.
- Start point
- Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (Hotel, 07:00 - 00:30)
- Meals
- Dinner (Welcome dinner on Saigon River Cruise)
Included Activities
- Saigon River Cruise dinner
- Explore Ho Chi Minh City by night
Landmarks/POIs Saigon River - Day 2
Ho Chi Minh City to Ben Tre
A shuttle takes you to Tan An early in the day, where you'll start cycling through Vietnam's second largest dragon fruit region. You'll pass through villages focused on vermicelli production and stop at Vinh Trang Pagoda. After that, you cross the Mekong by private boat to reach a riverside restaurant for lunch, then cycle through coconut farms in Ben Tre before heading into the city for the night.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Mekong Riverside restaurant), Dinner
Included Activities
- Biking through dragon fruit farms
- Visit Vinh Trang Pagoda
- Private boat trip across Mekong River
- Lunch at Mekong Riverside restaurant
- Coconut farm exploration and local product demonstration
- Cycling through Ben Tre countryside
Landmarks/POIs Vinh Trang Pagoda Mekong River - Day 3
Ben Tre to Can Tho
Start this morning with a boat ride across the Mekong River, then begin cycling through rice paddy fields and small villages where you'll meet Khmer farmers. You'll visit local homes and temples to learn about both Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism practices in the region. In the afternoon, cycling continues through fruit orchards and vegetable fields, with a local ferry crossing at small creeks. Later, you'll transfer to Can Tho with the evening open to explore at your own pace.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
Included Activities
- Morning boat ride across Mekong River
- Biking through rice paddy fields
- Visit local homes in villages
- Visit Khmer temples
- Cycling through fruit orchards and vegetable fields
- Ferry crossing through rural countryside
Landmarks/POIs Mekong River - Day 4
Can Tho to Chau Doc
You start with a boat ride to Can Tho's floating market, then cycle through the Phong Dien countryside with stops at local fruit stands along the way. After riding along river paths to watch daily activities, you'll continue to Thoi Lai for lunch. From there, you transfer to the Crocodile Farm at Long Xuyen, and in the afternoon you cycle through Tra Su cajuput forest along man-made canals while local boats and sampans move around you. If time allows, catch the sunset on Sam Mountain in Chau Doc before settling in for the night.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at Thoi Lai)
Included Activities
- Floating market boat trip at Can Tho
- Cycling through Phong Dien countryside
- Fruit stop at Phong Dien
- Cycling along river paths
- Lunch at Thoi Lai
- Crocodile farm visit
- Motorized boat trip through Tra Su cajuput forest
- Sunset at Sam Mountain (if time permits)
Landmarks/POIs Can Tho Floating Market Tra Su Cajuput Forest Sam Mountain - Day 5
Chau Doc to Phnom Penh
You'll have an early breakfast at Nui Sam Lodge, then head to the speedboat pier for a scenic ride to Phnom Penh. The journey passes floating villages and fish farms before you arrive around noon. You'll have a half-day rest at your resort, with the option to visit the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, or Tuol Sleng Museum if you prefer to use the time sightseeing.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at Nui Sam lodge), Brunch (Speedboat ticket with brunch)
Included Activities
- Speedboat trip to Phnom Penh with floating village views
Optional Activities
- Visit Royal Palace
- Visit Silver Pagoda
- Visit Tuol Sleng Museum
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace Silver Pagoda Tuol Sleng Museum - Day 6
Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom
After crossing Tonle Sap Lake by ferry, you cycle 30km through countryside known for silk-worm villages. You'll stop at a local farm to taste tropical fruits and have time for souvenir shopping. Later in the afternoon, you transfer to Kampong Thom and head to the Top Roof bar to relax and watch the sunset, leaving the evening open for your own exploration.
Included Activities
- Ferry crossing of Tonle Sap Lake
- 30km bike ride through silk-worm villages
- Local farm visit
- Tropical fruit tasting
- Transfer to Kampong Thom
Optional Activities
- Sunset at Top Roof bar
Landmarks/POIs Tonle Sap Lake - Day 7
Kampong Thom to Siem Reap
Following breakfast at your hotel, you transfer to local villages around Kampong Thom for a morning bike ride through dirt tracks and charming temples. You might come across traditional local weddings and have chances to chat with residents. After lunch, you'll transfer to Siem Reap and catch the sunset at Phnom Bakheng hill before exploring the evening on your own.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel), Lunch
Included Activities
- Morning biking through Kampong Thom villages
- Visit local temples
- Interaction with locals
- Transfer to Siem Reap
- Sunset at Phnom Bakheng hill
Landmarks/POIs Phnom Bakheng Angkor Complex - Day 8
Angkor Complex
You'll wake early to catch the sunrise at Angkor Wat, one of Cambodia's most notable sights. Your guide leads you through the main temples including Angkor Thom, Bayon, and Ta Prohm where jungle covers the ancient ruins. The day also includes the Srah Srang pool and forest trails as you learn about Khmer history and the intricate stone carvings throughout the complex.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Breakfast at the hotel)
Included Activities
- Sunrise viewing at Angkor Wat
- Guided tour of Angkor Thom
- Visit Bayon temple
- Visit Angkor Wat temple
- Visit Srah Srang pool
- Guided tour of Ta Prohm temple
- Forest trail exploration
Landmarks/POIs Angkor Wat Angkor Thom Bayon Temple Ta Prohm Srah Srang - Day 9
Angkor Complex & Floating Village
You cycle to the smaller temples of Rolous and check out a local market, then take a boat to Kompong Phluk floating village built on stilts in Tonle Sap Lake. You'll see how locals live there and have a home-hosted lunch. After eating, you visit Banteay Srey and cycle 37 to 45 kilometers through rural countryside to East Mebon for sunset viewing. You'll return to Siem Reap with the evening free to explore.
- Meals
- Lunch (Home-hosted lunch at Kompong Phluk floating village)
Included Activities
- Cycling to Rolous temples
- Local market visit
- Boat trip to Kompong Phluk floating village
- Home-hosted lunch at floating village
- Visit Banteay Srey
- Cycling to East Mebon (approximately 25 kilometers)
- Sunset viewing at East Mebon
Landmarks/POIs Rolous Temples Kompong Phluk Floating Village Banteay Srey East Mebon - Day 10
Siem Reap Departure
You have a leisurely morning before transferring to the airport for your departure flight, marking the end of your tour.
