Exclusive Vietnam Cambodia Motorbike Tour from Saigon to Siem Reap – 10 Days

Depart in the early morning to get away from bustling streets of Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) along Highway 1A in a distance of 165 kilometers throughout tranquil rice paddles with cottages and small houses to Tan An Town. We will stop for a rest and lunch in My Tho, which is a dynamic young city on the bank of the poetic Tien River with prominent features of western Vietnam’s culture.

Located 180 km away from HCMC, Can Tho is well-known as a prosperous, modern and vibrant city where you can take strolling around and soaking up the atmosphere. We plan to arrive at this fascinating land as early as possible to visit the Vietnamese Ancient House, where remains intact over a hundred years and after various turbulent occurrences in the wartime.

Finally, we enjoy a delicious supper on the bank of Hau River and experience the hustle and bustle nightlife here.

Kick off the second day by running up Ninh Kieu Pier, take a boat to Cai Rang floating market, one of the largest fruit markets in Southeast Asia. Take a two-hour cruise and walk to get in the gorgeous landscapes of the quiet countryside, explore the daily routine and culture identities of the indigenous people. Afterward, pay a visit to Can Tho’s central market -the largest fruit market in Mekong Delta region and Binh Thuy ancient house – one of the most magical ancient houses in Vietnam’s south-west with a blend of Vietnamese and French architectural design. The mysterious stories behind 100-year-old architecture draw many visitors’ attention.

Hitting the road to Chau Doc, we’ll drop by a notorious stork garden – Bang Lang. Located 45 km from the center of Can Tho city, Bang Lang Stork Garden in Thot Not District is home to many kinds of birds and storks. This sanctuary will give you a chance to witness thousands of storks spreading their wings against the sunset sky. On arrival at Chau Doc, check-in at the hotel and be free to walk around.

After a hearty breakfast at the hotel, take a high-speed boat upstream Mekong River to Phnom Penh. You can admire the beauty of the Mighty Mekong River with fabulous views of rice paddles, gardens and local villages along the sides. Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia was once called “the pearl of Asia” but ravaged by the brutal Khmer Rouge regime. For the time being, Phnom Penh has retained its rustic charm and elegance.

In the afternoon, we’ll be going to explore Phnom Penh’s rich culture and mysterious heritages, particularly the magnificent Royal Palace complex and the notorious Killing Fields of Choeung Ek to learn about the terrible genocide in the late 1970s, the dark side of Cambodian history. On the mass killing site, you can see a 17-story glass memorial tower (stupa) holding more than 5.000 victims’ skulls.

Eventually, spend time for a beer-break on the bank of Mekong River and enjoy the marvelous beauty of nature at sunset. Stay overnight at hotel in Phnom Penh.

Hit the village road along the Mekong River toward Kampong Cham. Kampong Cham is Cambodia’s third-largest city, located in the east of Cambodia and known for a laid-back riverside atmosphere and quiet charm. Kampong Cham is the home of Cham ethnic minority who live by the traditional works of rubber tapping, cashew nut plantation, fishing, rice farming, and fruit orchards.

Along the way to Kampong Cham, we will drop by the silk weaving village to explore and snap the memorable shoots. Situated 6 km to the north of Phnom Penh, Koh Dach or Silk Island is where visitors can learn about the whole silk weaving process. On arrival at Kampong Cham, we check-in at the hotel and relax in the city.

Making our way along the Mekong and reaching 1500 year – old holy site of the pre-Angkorian Khmer – Wat Hanchey that was built in 6th century AD. We cross through the hilltop to admire the gorgeous landscapes of the Mekong and the surrounding areas before getting our destination – Kratie. Kratie town is situated on the splendid Mekong River with romantic sceneries of numerous islands on the river. Besides, coming to Kratie, tourists also come across French architectural works still preserved intact mostly. In the evening, you can stroll around Kratie street to enjoy specialties such as freshly baked corn tortillas, dried buffalo meat. Overnight at Kratie.

Kick off the 6th day of the tour by riding toward Kampi to eye-witness the Freshwater Mekong Dolphin – Irrawaddy Dolphin, which are protecting by various organizations from being extinct. We will be traveling in a wooden boat captained by former fishermen in the community, where they are asked to stop their net-fishing method that can harm the dolphins. Keep running on wheels along Mekong River toward Kampong Thom. You can admire the endlessly green of rubber, cassava and other seasonal plantations on both sides.

Located on the bank of Mekong River, Kampong Thom offers tourists with the largest historic sites not to be missed: Prasat Kuh Nokor Temple, Prasat Kok Rokar Temple, Prasat Phum Prasat Temple. After check-in in the hotel, we freshen up by strolling around the peace and tranquility of those temples. Spend overnight in Kampong Thom.

Run through flat countryside roads, stop for a visit to UNESCO World Heritage site of Sambor Prei Kuh – an ancient city with Sambor Prei Kuh monuments was identified as Isanapura, the capital of Chenla in 7th century. This is a giant temple complex with its enclosure cover an area of 5 million square meters. Continue to the road to Ta Seng – a thousand-year-old village where one of the last kings of Angkor constructed the biggest religious complex of the era in Preah Khan Kampong Svay. Tonight we will have a sleep in the village homestay and enjoy Ta Sheng’s peace.

Traveling on the path of the ancient road connecting 2 ancient cities of Isanapura to Angkor, our destination today in Siem Reap. Located in northwestern Cambodia, Siem Reap is the city attracting the most tourists in Cambodia thanks to the majestic Angkor temples. Once it was the capital of the ancient Khmer empire, the modern capital of Siem Reap today is still wearing the mystical and ancient features of the most glorious civilization.

One of the most prominent places that you shouldn’t skip is the night market where you can taste various indigenous dishes at an affordable price. Overnight in this stunning city is surely a worthy experience.

After breakfast at the hotel, car (motorbikes are prohibited) takes you to Angkor Thom Complex where has a four-sided statue with a gentle Bayon smile, admiring the majestic Angkor architectural art. Visit Elephant Terrance – the place where traditional Khmer festivals are held, then come to the ancient Takeo and Banteakdei Temple and especially Ta Prohm Temple. Lunch at a restaurant.

In the afternoon, visit Angkor Wat Temple – one of the wonders of the world, the most sacred temple of Cambodia. You can take photos with 5 shining towers on the brilliant lotus lake. Then, enjoy the sunset from the top of Bakheng hill, zoom panoramic view of Angkor Complex amid vast primeval forests. Then come back for dinner and enjoy the traditional Apsara dance at the restaurant. Overnight in Siem Reap.