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Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Mekong River Cruise Bike Tour

Cycle & Sail along the Mighty Mekong

Couples, Friends & Solos

9 days 8 nights

Activity Level: 1-3

Premiere Hotels & Ship

From: $7,999 - $8,649 pp dbl occ

Plus $500 - $550 internal air

($2,500 - $2,800 for sgl occ)

Bike through a land of intriguing contrasts: exotic 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.

Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos River Cruise Biking Tour
Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos River Cruise Biking Tour

Vietnam, Cambodia & Laos

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.

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 exotic 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

See our Active Cruise Terms & Conditions.

Itinerary

Accommodations may vary based on departure date.
9 Days Premiere Hotels & Ship
Accommodations may vary based on departure.
Days 1-2
Description

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.

Accommodations
La Residence Phou Vao Belmond
Belmond La Résidence Phou Vao
Luang Prabang
| 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)

Days 3-4
Description

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.

Accommodations
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor, Cambodia
Raffles Grand Hotel d'Angkor
Siem Reap
| 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)

Day 5
Description

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.

Accommodations
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Raffles Hotel Le Royal
Phnom Penh
| 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)

Days 6-9
Description

Board our luxury river ship to start our Mekong River cruise | Float across the Cambodian border into vibrant Vietnam | Cruise to Tan Chau, where we hop on bikes for a riverside spin | Enjoy the views as you sail along the Mekong | Witness the buzz of activity on the busy docks of Sa Dec as you explore a local market | Savor 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.

Accommodations
Heritage Line Ship
Jahan Heritage Line Ship
Mekong River
| 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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The earlier you book, the more choice you'll have and the lower your price. And you can always change your mind — you won't be charged to transfer to a different trip before your final payment is due. View cancellation policy.

Click on dates for pricing, itinerary variations and to book your trip. Price is per person, double occupancy in USD.

November 2023
Nov 24 - Dec 2
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December 2023
Dec 8 - Dec 16
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Our Private Trips are best for groups of 6 or more. We suggest joining a scheduled trip.

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Activity Level: 1-3

Every Backroads trip is designed to appeal to a wide variety of interests and fitness levels. Several routes and a range of levels are offered each day so you can choose how much or how little activity you want to do. Learn more about how we determine activity levels.

Route notes

Mostly flat with a mix of country roads, rough pavement, gravel sections, dirt and small village paths.

Daily Route Options

* Includes shuttle.
Day 1
Biking
Level 1 | 15 miles | 100 ft. gain
Day 2
Biking
Level 1 | 20 miles* | 600 ft. gain
Level 3 | 32 miles | 800 ft. gain
Day 3
Other
Give Alms to Monks. Hike Mt Phousi to the Royal Palace. (2 hours)
Day 4
Biking
Level 2 | 22 miles* | 500 ft. gain
Level 3 | 29 miles | 100 ft. gain
Day 5
Biking
Level 1 | 13 miles* | 0 ft. gain
Other
Phnom Penh Walking Tour
Day 6
Biking
Level 1 | 11 miles* | 100 ft. gain
Other
Tan Chau Walking Tour
Day 7
Biking
Level 1 | 10 miles | 0 ft. gain
Level 1 | 15 miles | 100 ft. gain
Level 2 | 24 miles | 100 ft. gain
Day 8
Biking
Level 1 | 12 miles* | 0 ft. gain
Level 2 | 23 miles* | 0 ft. gain
Level 3 | 32 miles | 0 ft. gain
Day 9
Other
Conclusion of the Trip

What's Included

Available Bike Options

The key to a stellar day's ride is a bike that's perfectly in tune with your cycling style… Backroads has you covered with the best bike fleet in the world! Please note that bike requests are subject to availability and prioritized based on the date they're submitted.

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Backroads Touring Bike
Backroads Touring Bike
Touring Bike

Included in your trip price

A proven classic, this custom-designed titanium bike is suited for a wide range of cyclists. It features a comfortable ergonomic seat and a long wheel base that add to the bike’s control and stability.

Also Included

  • All breakfasts, 8 lunches, 7 dinners
  • Expertise and services of our experienced Trip Leaders
  • Snacks and beverages between meals
  • Additional guides and experts from the region on many trips
  • Van shuttles to support a variety of route options
  • Comprehensive Travel Planner with detailed pre-trip information
  • Private guided tours at museums, historic sites, wineries and other select attractions as noted in the Travel Planner
  • All gratuities at hotels and restaurants
  • Special events, including wine tastings and other select attractions as mentioned in the Travel Planner
  • On biking and multi-adventure trips, use of fully equipped Backroads titanium bike plus helmet and accessories
  • Trailercycles, carriers, and kid-sized helmets for Family Trips
  • Equipment and experienced guides for kayaking, rafting, snorkeling, sailing and canoeing as described
  • Park and other entry fees
  • Fares for trains, ferries and other modes of travel as listed in the Travel Planner
  • Select coach transfers
  • Baggage transfers and porterage

Straight talk

We want to make sure you're on the right trip and that you have the best experience possible. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Accommodations, Group Size & Meals

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.

Itinerary Flexibility: Going with the Flow

Our daily itinerary while cruising on the Mekong is based on scheduled sailing times and as a result some days have more opportunities for exploring on land while other days have more sailing time. Every river has its own unique temperament and for centuries water levels have shifted due to rain, temperature and agriculture. Should any unforeseen change due to low or high water happen during your river cruise, we will work closely with Heritage Line's captain and staff, who are very experienced in going with the flow. Depending on the situation, our leaders may adjust the rides and activities as necessary.

Stateroom Categories

In contrast to our land-based hotels, which have similar room categories, the Heritage Line ships offer two stateroom categories: Superior and Deluxe.

Biking in an Emerging World

Your journey through Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos will probably be unlike any other travel experience. The people you'll meet and places you'll visit will likely stay with you for a very long time. As wonderfully fulfilling as travel is in this region, it's not always easy. These are developing countries and even something as simple as crossing the road can be a challenge. 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 serving cold drinks. Our itineraries and Trip Leaders remove as many obstacles and inconveniences as possible, making your next extraordinary encounter always within reach. Of course, we can't remove haze and noise from the air, or replace a poorly maintained road. But if you can be flexible and approach the region with an open mind, you'll enjoy your trip to the fullest!

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.

Flights

On this trip we travel by plane to reach the exclusive hotels and activities this destination has to offer. We'll be flying commercially aboard narrow-body jets that seat 236 passengers and aboard turboprop planes that seat 72 passengers.

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