Cambodia: Hike, Bike & Kayak – 8 Days
Cycling, kayaking and walking along the Mekong and around Angkor, in a group of up to twelve.
Tour overview
This 8-day active adventure explores Cambodia’s rivers and countryside by bike, on foot and by kayak, ending with a cycling tour of Angkor. A local leader travels with the group, which numbers no more than twelve. You stay seven nights: six in simple hotels and one in a rural homestay on Koh Trong, with breakfast on most days, two lunches and a dinner.
From Phnom Penh you cross the river by local boat and cycle quiet roads on a Mekong island known for silk weaving, orchards and rice paddies. Heading north to Kratie, you stay with a family on the island of Koh Trong and look for rare Irrawaddy dolphins in the Mekong.
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In Stung Treng you walk through local villages and spend a full day on the river, kayaking among flooded forests and islands. A drive through the countryside brings you to Siem Reap, where you spend a day cycling between the temples of Angkor with a local guide.
The physical rating is medium. This trip suits active travellers who want to experience Cambodia beyond the usual routes.
Trip highlights
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Cycling a Mekong silk island (Day 2)
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A homestay on Koh Trong (Day 3)
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Irrawaddy dolphins near Kratie (Day 4)
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Kayaking the Mekong (Day 5)
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Cycling the Angkor temples (Day 7)
Your route
8 stops from Phnom Penh to Angkor Wat
- Phnom Penh Days 1–2
- Skuon Day 3
- Kratie Day 3
- Koh Trong Day 3
- Kampi Dolphin Pool Day 4
- Stung Treng Days 4–5
- Siem Reap Days 6–8
- Angkor Wat Day 7
Why choose this tour
Cambodia by bike, kayak and on foot. A small group with a local leader.
Best suited to
- Active travellers
- Cyclists and paddlers
- Solo travellers
- Travellers seeking off-the-beaten-track places
Day-by-day itinerary
8 days from Phnom Penh, Cambodia to Siem Reap, Cambodia
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Day 1 · Phnom Penh Phnom Penh
A 6pm welcome meeting.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 2 · Mekong silk island Phnom Penh
A cycling day.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch
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Day 3 · Skuon, Kratie, Koh Trong Koh Trong
An island homestay.
- Hotel
- Homestay
- Meals
- Breakfast, Dinner
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Day 4 · Kratie, Stung Treng Stung Treng
Dolphins and villages.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 5 · Mekong River Stung Treng
A day of kayaking.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Lunch
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Day 6 · Siem Reap Siem Reap
Through the countryside.
- Hotel
- Hotel
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Day 7 · Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom Angkor
Temple-hopping by bike.
- Hotel
- Hotel
- Meals
- Breakfast
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Day 8 · Siem Reap Siem Reap
The trip ends.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Where you stay
- Phnom Penh (2 nights) Hotel
- Koh Trong (1 night) Homestay
- Stung Treng (2 nights) Hotel
- Siem Reap (2 nights) Hotel
Hotel names are indicative and may be replaced with a property of similar standard and location.
What's included
Included
- Accommodation 6 hotel nights and a homestay
- Meals 5 breakfasts, 2 lunches and 1 dinner
- Private minibus and local boats
- Mekong island bike ride
- Mekong kayaking at Stung Treng
- Angkor cycling tour with a local guide
- Local leader throughout
Not included
- Flights
- Visa
- Meals not included 2 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 6 dinners
- Travel insurance and personal spending
This trip might not be for you if…
Honest disclaimer — please read
- You don’t enjoy exercise
- You want luxury hotels
- You want most meals included
- You want flights included — they are not
Good to know
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Departures & prices
From £845 per person, twin share, tour only. 42 upcoming departures.
Frequently asked questions
How do I book this tour?
Tap any "Enquire" button on the page and one of our travel specialists will be in touch within 24 hours (often same day). We'll confirm availability on your preferred date, run through anything you need to know, and only ask for the deposit once you've decided.
What financial protection do I get?
Every Travelisto booking is 100% financially protected. Your money is held in a ring-fenced Trust account until you return from your trip, and we are members of the Protected Trust Services scheme (PTS 6035). Most tours also include ATOL protection where flights are part of the package.
How fit do I need to be?
Reasonably fit. Rides and paddles are moderate, on mostly flat terrain in hot weather.
Are bikes provided?
Yes, bikes and helmets are included.
Will I see dolphins?
Irrawaddy dolphins are often seen near Kratie, but sightings aren’t guaranteed.
Do I need a visa?
Yes, UK citizens need a visa for Cambodia, available on arrival or as an e-visa.
Can I have my own room?
A single supplement is available, except at the homestay.
How many people travel together?
No more than twelve travellers, with a local leader.
Can you tailor the trip?
Yes — every escorted tour can be modified into a private tailor-made version with your own dates, adjusted pace, upgraded hotels and add-on extensions. Tell us what you'd like changed when you enquire and we'll quote it both ways so you can compare.
What if my flight is delayed or cancelled?
If your international flight is part of your booking through us, we re-book at no cost. If you've booked flights separately, the tour's local team holds your transfer slot until you arrive. We strongly recommend a comprehensive travel insurance policy that includes delay and cancellation cover.
Not quite the right fit? Make it tailor-made.
If this group tour doesn't match your ideal trip, our specialists will turn it into a private tailor-made journey — your own dates, your own pace, upgraded hotels where you want them, and the parts you don't love swapped out. Same destinations, just rebuilt around you.
Contact us for a tailor-made version of this itinerary