Vietnam & Cambodia Bike Tour
Vietnam & Cambodia Bike Tour
8 days
7 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels
2025: Oct-Dec2026: Jan-Mar, Oct-Dec2027: Jan-Mar
Mystical Angkor Wat, Ancient Citadels & Lantern-Lit Villages
Centuries-old paths. The sun rising at ethereal Angkor Wat. Fresh cao lau soup, dragon boat rides, frenetic cityscapes and tranquil rice paddies. The ordinary here is extraordinary.
Highlights
- Fly to fascinating Hué, once the capital of imperial Vietnam, and discover an important Vietnam War site
- Ride through the heart of the countryside past traditional ox carts and dwellings on stilts
- Experience a traditional water blessing, a solemn ritual that locals practice to bring good luck
- Behold a sunrise ride to the dramatic Angkor Wat ruins—a memorable experience and unforgettable sight!
- Explore beautifully preserved Hoi An, one of Vietnam's oldest towns, with its charming alleyways and lantern-lit evenings
StartHanoi, Vietnam
EndSiem Reap, Cambodia
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Day 1
Discover Hanoi from the seat of a rickshaw, with its tree-lined boulevards, verdant parks and French colonial architecture • Explore the Old Quarter's winding streets and savor renowned Vietnamese fusion cuisine • Walk along narrow alleyways and get a true glimpse into everyday life in Hanoi.
Night 1
This five-star historic landmark is a French colonial gem set in the heart of old Hanoi. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Days 2-3
Fly to the World Heritage site of Hué, Vietnam's ancient capital • Relics of past empires line your ride through rural villages • Share the road with food carts, water buffalo, locals scootering to work and kids biking to school • Get to know the historic monuments of Hué, including the Royal Citadel, site of intense conflict during the Vietnam War ​• Feel like an emperor as you ride a dragon boat down the Perfume River • Taste the small plates of Hué​ cuisine and enjoy traditional music.
Nights 2-3
A blend of Asian and colonial charm, this boutique hotel is housed in the former governor's mansion on the bank of the Perfume River. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Days 4-5
Bike over Ocean Cloud Pass en route to Danang, a seaside city known for its sandy beaches and colonial past • Enchanting and well-preserved Hoi An, Vietnam's most beloved ancient town, is a delight to explore • Savor some of Asia's freshest and tastiest cuisine • Cycle past vibrant green rice paddies on quiet roads.
Nights 4-5
This luxury all-villa resort is set on pristine China Beach, near the picturesque port town of Hoi An. (pool, spa)
Days 6-8
Board a flight to Cambodia • Bike through the stunning Angkor ruins, a World Heritage site and former metropolis built to glorify Khmer kings • Visit iconic temples such as richly decorated Bayon and mystical Ta Prohm • Ride winding jungle paths through tall grass, past ox carts, stilt homes and ponds perfect for swimming or fishing • Cycle through quiet rural villages • Take an early morning spin to Angkor Wat and explore the ruins on foot.
Nights 6-7
Described by Andrew Harper as a "stylish and beautifully restored landmark resort-hotel surrounded by a 15-acre park, less than five miles from Angkor Wat." (pool, spa)
What's Included
See moreStraight Talk
We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.
As wonderfully fulfilling as travel is in Vietnam and Cambodia, it's not always easy. Even something as simple as crossing the road can be a challenge (watch out for that scooter!). Our itineraries and Trip Leaders remove as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible, but we can't remove haze and noise from the air, take scooters off the streets or replace a poorly maintained road—its all part of the experience here.
Due to the varied road and traffic conditions on our routes, we have specially fitted our bikes in Vietnam and Cambodia to maximize your comfort and control. In Vietnam, you'll have the choice of Backroads bicycles with upright or drop handlebars. In Cambodia, all Backroads bikes come with upright handlebars, as the terrain includes some rough roads with dirt and sand sections. Upright handlebars are safer and more comfortable over these mixed-surface roads.
This trip includes travel on a commercial flight so that we can explore the best of your destination. Please note that flight schedules can change with little advance warning, which may require us to adjust our activities on a travel day. Your Trip Leaders will provide more details on any changes should this occur.
Hotels
World-Class Hotels
Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.
Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Night 1
Premiere Hotel
This five-star historic landmark is a French colonial gem set in the heart of old Hanoi. Condé Nast Traveler Gold List. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Nights 2-3
Premiere Hotel
A blend of Asian and colonial charm, this boutique hotel is housed in the former governor's mansion on the bank of the Perfume River. Travel + Leisure World's Best. (pool, spa)
Nights 4-5
Premiere Hotel
This luxury all-villa resort is set on pristine China Beach, near the picturesque port town of Hoi An. (pool, spa)
Nights 6-7
Premiere Hotel
Described by Andrew Harper as a "stylish and beautifully restored landmark resort-hotel surrounded by a 15-acre park, less than five miles from Angkor Wat." (pool, spa)
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Bikes
Choose Your Perfect Bike
Our bikes are designed and built with specific cyclists and riding styles in mind, so we can always offer you a perfect ride. Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.
Included in your trip price
- Ideal for avid cyclists
- Responsive, efficient and comfortable
- Drop handlebars only
Included in your trip price
- Suited for a wide range of cyclists
- Comfortable ergonomic seat
- Long wheel base adds to the bike's control and stability
- Upright handlebars only
Review Snapshot
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Reviewed by 32 customers
An incredible cultural trip a world away!
Visiting Vietnam and Cambodia is like no other trip! A world away from what we know and have seen before. Incredible culture, history, people, food and natural wonders!
Love it so much we've done it twice!
This trip is a perfect blend of culture, adventure and activity. The local guides are second to none and we've become life-long friends. We've done over 20 Backroads trips and I can't recommend this one enough.
Fabulous Trip - a must do!!
My husband and I have travelled on other trips- cycling, hiking - both in groups and self guided. This trip gave us opportunities that we may not have done by ourselves (cyclo riding, riding in tuktuks). The leaders were exceptional and the local guides very knowledgeable.
Once in a Lifetime
Brilliantly orchestrated and leaders were beyond amazing. Only trip to take if you had one chance in your lifetime. Cambodia and Vietnam were magical. The temples, people, emotional intensity of the trip and the varied experiences far exceeded anything I could have planned myself.
Way to set the bar high!
This was our first trip with Backroads, and it has definitely changed how we travel! My husband and I take one "adult" trip a year without our daughter, and Backroads has served/and will continue to serve as that one trip! From the accommodations, the food, the biking, the tour guides, the people, the whole experience was 5 stars and beyond. Such attention to detail! Truly pleased and looking forward to our next trip! This was a trip of a lifetime! Thank you!
Even better than expected
I went solo! I have been looking forward to a Backroads trip for as long as I can remember. As I was cycling through the little towns of Vietnam and Cambodia I kept thinking the same thing day after day. "I am having the time of my life!!!" The amazing leaders, the other guests who I now call friends, the delicious food, the snacks, the beautiful accommodations...it was exceptional. SO FUN. I didn't have to worry about a thing. Thank you Backroads! Till next time....
Like the Backroads trips we took a decade ago!
Sensational leaders both local and from BR partner to create a wonderful trip bicycling through Vietnam and Cambodia, seeing parts of the country you can't get it by vehicle or on foot. The local guides share their lived experiences and make the trip memorable is every aspect.
A bucket-list experience.
A mixture of superb accommodation, the best guides in Paolo and Sophia, amazing cultural experiences, and challenging riding if you chose it (Hai Van Pass).
Trip of a lifetime!
Immersion into local customs, villages and people made this trip very special! Backroads did a deep dive into it all! Trip leaders were great!
Another exceptional experience with Backroads!
We experienced profoundly beautiful, historic and cultural sites within the context of Vietnam's and Cambodia's developing economies. We enjoyed meeting wonderful people while cycling through urban and rural communities.
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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