Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Mekong River Cruise Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
From $8,999 - $9,649 /person
+ $550 internal air
9 days
8 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels & Ship
Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Mekong River Cruise Bike Tour
Couples, Friends & Solos
9 days
8 nights
Activity Levels 1-3
Premiere Hotels & Ship
2024: Oct-Dec 2025: Jan, Mar, Oct-Dec 2026: Jan
From $8,999 - $9,649 /person
+ $550 internal air
Cycle & Sail along the Mighty Mekong
Bike through a land of intriguing contrasts: delicate silks and down-to-earth rice farmers. Explore daily life in this atmospheric world. Bustling cities and ancient temples. Mornings observing monks' rituals unchanged for centuries, evenings spent enjoying modern comforts on the river. Let the Mekong be your guide to this mysterious part of Southeast Asia—it's adventure travel at its finest.
Highlights
- Sail and bike your way along the captivating and mighty Mekong River, one of the world's richest in biodiversity
- Ride peaceful roads past bucolic villages, colorful markets, emerald green rice paddies and temple ruins
- Engage your senses with the sights, sounds and flavors of three distinct countries and cultures
- Marvel at Indochina's beauty, from the Khmer carvings at Angkor Wat to river life along the Mekong Delta
Start Luang Prabang, Laos
End Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
* Start/End locations may vary. Do not book flights until your trip details are confirmed.
Itinerary
Days 1-2
Behold the charms of Luang Prabang, a World Heritage site • Our bike tour brings you to quiet neighboring villages and a colorful artisan market • Float down the Mekong on a misty morning to three-tiered Kuang Si falls • Visit impressive 16th-century Wat Xieng Thong, a former royal temple considered one of the most important Buddhist sites in Laos.
Nights 1-2
Surrounded by lush mountains, this elegant French colonial hotel invites you to unwind at its peaceful spa and in its infinity pool overlooking the jungle. (pool, spa)
Days 3-4
Observe local Buddhists giving alms to monks who walk through the streets in morning procession • Tour a local market where you can taste the regional flavors • Fly to Cambodia, then discover Angkor as you bike among iconic stone monuments • Receive a water blessing from a monk—a traditional ritual to bring good luck and happiness that’s been performed since ancient times • Explore richly decorated temples like Bayon and Ta Prohm.
Nights 3-4
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)
Day 5
Greet the sunrise over Angkor Wat—a magical experience • Cycle past spectacular temple ruins illuminated by the soft light of morning • Travel by air from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh, a sprawling capital city known for its French colonial architecture.
Night 5
With a distinguished blend of Khmer, art deco and French colonial architecture, this iconic hotel has offered unmatched luxury since 1929. (pool, spa)
Days 6-9
Board our luxury ship to start our Mekong River cruise • Float across the Cambodian border into vibrant Vietnam • Sail to Tan Chau, where we hop on bikes for a riverside spin • Witness the buzz of activity on the busy docks of Sa Dec while exploring a local market • Enjoy a final ride along the Mekong as it widens into a vast delta • Savor a Vietnamese lunch at our friend's home • Journey to modern Ho Chi Minh City.
Nights 6-8
Blending the very best of old-world Europe and Indochina in its sophisticated décor, superb cuisine and top-notch service, this ship exudes bygone elegance. (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.
For three nights, the Heritage Line ship is your floating luxury hotel, taking you into a remote region rarely explored by bicycle! We've limited our Backroads group size to 26, but just like any hotel, we'll be sharing the ship with other guests. These 52-passenger ships are custom-designed with a variety of inviting common spaces so you'll have plenty of room for both relaxing and socializing with other guests. All dinners are prepared by the ship's classically trained chefs and are served on board in the ship's dining rooms.
In contrast to our land-based hotels, which have similar room categories, the Heritage Line ships offer two stateroom categories: Superior and Deluxe.
As wonderfully fulfilling as travel is in Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, it's not always easy. These are developing countries and even something as simple as crossing the road can be a challenge (watch out for that scooter!). In the countryside, our routes have manageable traffic, but are remote enough that they also lack most of the usual roadside comforts, like bathrooms or cafés.
Our itineraries and Trip Leaders remove as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible, but we can't remove haze and noise from the air, or replace a poorly maintained road—its all part of the experience here! Due to the varied road conditions on our routes, we have specially fitted our bikes in each of the three countries to maximize your comfort and control. All Backroads bikes on this trip 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.
Accommodations
The Best of Both Worlds
Enjoy an exciting combination of stylish retreats nestled into stunning landscapes and scenic views from the comfort of a floating hotel.
Accommodations may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.
Nights 1-2
Premiere Hotel
Surrounded by lush mountains, this elegant French colonial hotel invites you to unwind at its peaceful spa and in its infinity pool overlooking the jungle. (pool, spa)
Nights 3-4
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)
Night 5
Premiere Hotel
With a distinguished blend of Khmer, art deco and French colonial architecture, this iconic hotel has offered unmatched luxury since 1929. (pool, spa)
Nights 6-8
Premiere Ship
Blending the very best of old-world Europe and Indochina in its sophisticated décor, superb cuisine and top-notch service, this ship exudes bygone elegance. (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
Dates & Prices
Dates & Prices
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