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Discover at handlebar level the tapestry of river life as fascinating and varied as the Mekong from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh. Visit the least tourist visited temple of Sambor Preikuk and experience a local life along the Mekong river.
After your breakfast, we head to Kampong Thom by private vehicle (2.5 hours). We then start to cycle to the lesser visited Sambor Prei Kuk, a pre-Angkorian temple complex. Most temples in the complex brick between the years 615 and 650. Sambor Prei Kuk served as the capital before the Angkor period, under the Chenla Kingdom. Cycle through these magnificent ruins, which are connected by shady dirt paths. Stop for lunch at a local community. After lunch, you can continue to cycle or get in a vehicle to the hotel. Dinner tonight will be served in a local restaurant.
Meals included: Lunch, Dinner
Distance cycled: approx.50km
Overnight in Kampong Thom
Today we drive into the countryside of Kampong Thmor and get ready to get back in the saddle. We begin to ride through tropical farmlands where sweet potatoes, peanuts and rubber are produced. After lunch, we continue to cycle on a quiet sealed road past more villages and pagodas, as you follow the course of the Mekong River that keeps coming and going from view. Check in your hotel upon your arrival.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Distance cycled: approx.65km
Overnight in Kampong Cham
Follow the course of the Mekong River towards Phnom Penh. Foreigners are rare through these areas, so expect a few surprised faces as you cycle through the many traditional villages. You will witness people busy with their everyday lives; cooking, cleaning, playing and leading the cows to the river. Pass by cycling school kids and see pagodas and monks. Watch the sun drying bright red chilies, pepper, rice and fish by the side of the road, and experience the river life of the mighty Mekong, which will keep coming in and out of view. There are plenty of shady and scenic spots for rest breaks, where curious locals are sure to say “Hello.”
After ride for 65km, you will be transferred to the Phnom Penh city.
Meals included: Breakfast, Lunch
Distance cycled: approx.65km
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