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ANGKOR EXPLORER
There are few biking experiences that compare with cycling beneath towering fig trees among a thousand years of Khmer history at Angkor.
The ancient Khmer capital of Angkor is today one of the most remarkable and impressive sights in all of Asia. For much of its 600 years, the Angkor empire's regional power was unmatched, and under a number of its 'god-kings' such as Jayavarman the 7th the artistic exploits of the Khmer kingdom were unrivalled.
With our trusted Cambodian cycle guide to show you the way and an experienced temple guide following in a support vehicle, we are able to offer an interesting, exciting and a totally different way to visit Angkor.
Although the temples are the main attraction, one of the most remarkable facets of Angkor is that it is at the heart of a bustling Khmer countryside community. Not only is the town of Siem Reap close by, but there are dozens of farming communities scattered around the historical park. Ordinary Cambodian people going about their everyday life in this extraordinary place.
Our cycling exploration allows us to see more than the incredible legacy of the Khmer empire but also affords us a glimpse into rural Cambodian life!
For a longer version of this tour, take a look at our 5 day Angkor Experience tour.
TRIP PROFILE
Although we ride on a wide range of trails, many of which are off-road, this tour is suitable for anyone with basic fitness.
The roads are tarmac or broken tarmac and there are no technical mountain bike sections.
We ride as a group, with experienced SpiceRoads cycle guides setting an even pace and stop often to visit points of interest and sample some of the local food. Our support vehicle follows close behind with plenty of refreshments
This trip has a specific Temple Guide who is extremely knowledgeable on the temple complex and can also explain the local area, history, customs and way-of-life each time we stop. For groups of less than four people you have a choice of a cycling guide or a temple guide in the support vehicle.
This trip is suitable for all levels of riders and is an excellent trip for families.
| ITINERARY (3 Days/2 nights starting and finishing in Siem Reap.) | |
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| Day 1 | We ride to the Angkor Temple complex before starting the Grand Circuit, stopping at each major temple area. At sunset we return to the temples by car for a sunset view from Phnom Bakheng. |
| Day 2 | We enter the temple complex by a much quieter gate and then ride into the countryside and we turn off the main tourist road to Banteay Srei, visiting Banteay Samre on the way. |
| Day 3 | Today we leave the crowds behind and head towards the small village of Roulous, home to some of the earliest permanent structures built by the Khmers and then head to the floating village of Kampong Phluck. After a boat tour around the village we cycle or |
| FACTS & FIGURES | |
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| Tour Cost | USD $315 - Single supplement: NA |
| Bike Hire | Included (Quality western mountain bike) |
| Departure Days | Every Tuesday |
| Number of Days | 3 days / 2 nights |
| Number of cycling days | Two full-days and one half-day. |
| Total Distance | 126 km |
| Road Surface | This tour follows a mix of asphalt roads, broken roads, vehicle-width dirt roads, and rough tracks, so some off-road riding skills are an advantage. You should be confident of your physical condition and bike handling skills. |
| Support | An air-conditioned mini van provides support. |
| Group Size | Minimum 2. Maximum 16. |
| Staff | For groups of 2 to 3 you have a choice of an English speaking Cambodian temple guide or a biking guide. For groups of 4 or more or more there'll be both a cycling and temple guide. |
| Accommodation | Can range from basic 2 star accommodation up to the luxurious 5 star Pansea. Or for those who already have hotels arranged you can purchase the basic tour. |
| Food | All meals are included except dinner on each day. |
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Breakfast is only included if accommodation is booked by SpiceRoads. If you make your own accommodation arrangements, please consult with your hotel regarding breakfast.
I will be contacting you again to arrange another trip for me and my husband in the near future.
~A. Fowler
Angkor Explorer, June 2007
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