Cambodia History Cycling Holiday

You will meet in Phnom Penh in the morning and your first ride takes you round Cambodia's capital city, along the river front ending by the Royal Palace. You'll get a sense of the colonial feel and learn more about Cambodia in the National Museum.

Leaving the bustling Phnom Penh you'll get a glimpse of Cambodia's countryside in Oudong. From here, your ride takes you to Phnom Penh Ranch or Oudong Mountain, the former Cambodian capital. On return to Phnom Penh, S21, or Tuol Sleng prison, whilst harrowing, is a must. The horrors that took place in this former school turned detention and torture camp has been authentically preserved. Rusted instruments of torture and bloodied floors remain untouched, next to the school football pitch. This is not for the faint hearted but to get a true understanding of this country's history, it is absolutely worth the visit. 7 of 17,000 people survived and 2 can be found at S21 offering their first hand accounts of the horrors that occurred here.

After a transfer to Kampong Thom it's time to visit your first temple site. One of the oldest temples in Cambodia, Sambor Prey Kuk was built in the 7th century. It looks like something from Indiana Jones now that the vines and trees have reclaimed it. Your ride will give you a glimpse of authentic Asia cycling through luscious paddy fields and end the day having dinner in a Khmer house in Seam Reap.

Immerse yourself in the 12th century as you cycle through the vast expanse of the Khmer Empire. Ride to Ta Prohm, the iconic temple featured in the film Tomb Raider, preserved in the same enchanting state as when it was first discovered by French conservationists.

Today you will visit Banteay Srei temple which has incredible ancient stone carvings. In the afternoon you will take a break from cycling and move onto trekking, through a jungle taking you past caves to stunning waterfalls.

Rise early to witness the breathtaking sunrise over Angkor Wat before beginning your ride to the ancient temples of Rolous. In the afternoon, explore the old market at your leisure or relax by the hotel pool. Later, we'll gather for a sunset cruise to visit a charming floating village, ending the day with an unforgettable view.

After breakfast it will be time for the final ride of your trip. The cycling will take you through idyllic countryside to a silk farm, before heading back to Siem Reap where it will be time to say goodbye.