Phnom Penh: Cycling Adventure on Islands of the Mekong
Description
Pedal your way around the Mekong islands in Cambodia on this 5-hour morning tour from Phnom Penh. Enjoy a glimpse of everyday rural life in the country as you bike across flat tracks and quiet roads, then hop on a ferry across the Mekong River and explore the Silk Islands. Along the way, stop to admire beautiful pagodas, watch farmers at work, and enjoy a traditional silk weaving demonstration, then re-fuel with a delicious lunch before returning to Phnom Penh on the ferry.
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Itinerary
Our Tour Guide will wait you at the Garden at the left hand side of Areiksart Ferry Port at 7:45am. After a short safety briefing and bike fitting, we'll make our way to the ferry departure point to begin our cycling adventure.
You will board a local ferry to cross over to the Silk Islands. Enjoy cycling through the local farms and villages. Back on land, we enjoy a scenic and relaxing 20-25km ride through Cham Muslim communities on quiet back roads. The leisurely cycling is interspersed with some additional short ferry rides to reach the Mekong Islands and navigate among them.
Stop for refreshments at a local Silk Farm and learn about how the family have made a living from crafting beautiful items using a delicate strategy to produce silk.
On the islands, we'll cycle through orchards and market gardens, enjoying the peaceful farmland and learning about the lives of the people who call the Silk Islands home. Along the way, we’ll park our bikes for some interesting cultural stops as we check out traditional village industries and get a better sense of authentic Cambodian life on these islands. After making our way back from the islands by ferry, you can expect to return to Phnom Penh around 11:30pm.
Upon arrival in the city, we’ll head to a local restaurant to enjoy an authentic Cambodian lunch.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code: comfortable clothes for cycling and current weather conditions
- Good footwear for cycling—no flip-flops
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats and tag-a-longs are available on request if confirmed at time of booking
- Child Seats is available upon request, child seats could accommodate for child's weight 14kg only.
Reviews(225)
Absolutely brilliant cycling tour. Ted was an awesome guide, friendly, knowledgeable with great pre-tour communication. Everything was well coordinated. Really enjoyed all aspects of the tour, the silk farm visit was the real highlight.
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had an absolutely brilliant cycling tour. Ted will be delighted to know that you appreciated his friendly approach and knowledgeable guidance. We’re also glad you enjoyed the silk farm visit – it’s one of the highlights for many of our guests! Thank you again for your kind words, and we hope to welcome you on another tour in the future!
I had such a wonderful time on this tour! The islands were beautiful and the trail was forgiving, even for a person who hadn't been on a bike in years. Getting to see how silk is made was a true highlight. On top of that, I had the most lovely and attentive guide. Ted was very wonderful on this tour and made it easy and comfortable.
Hi Zoe_N, We're thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time on our tour! It's fantastic that you found the islands beautiful and the bike trail forgiving. We're delighted that Ted, your guide, added to the enjoyment, making the experience easy and comfortable for you. Thanks for highlighting the silk-making experience as a true highlight. Looking forward to more adventures with you! Cheers, Rocky
- i asked the guide to confirm the meeting point one day before, never replied. Result : big confusion to start the day - nothing to see on the island apart from the same temples again -guide was only interested in making money : was always riding the bike ahead of me ( making me feel i was no fast enough), no interactions, no conversations, 0 interests in his clients .. super boring few good things - the sillk " farm " was cool and an excellent meal was provided at the end of the visit - we came accross the buddhist ceremony that i really liked but this was luck , cause it was hled only once a year . If you come on another day, you'll see nothing particular but too be honest its not worth the price
Hi Celine. Thank you for sharing your feedback about your recent tour experience. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your honest insights, as they help us improve our services. We regret the confusion regarding the meeting point, and we acknowledge the importance of clear communication. We will address this matter with our team to ensure that future travelers receive timely responses and avoid any confusion at the start of the day. It's disappointing to hear that the guide's behavior did not meet your expectations. We take such concerns seriously, and we will investigate this matter further to ensure our guides uphold the standards of excellent customer service. Your experience is certainly not reflective of our usual standards, and we apologize for any discomfort caused. On a positive note, we're glad you enjoyed the silk "farm" visit and appreciated the excellent meal provided. Additionally, stumbling upon the Buddhist ceremony added a unique touch to your experience, even though it was a stroke of luck. We truly value your feedback, and we're committed to addressing the areas where we fell short. Please know that your satisfaction is our priority, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again, providing an improved and more enjoyable experience. Thank you for your understanding.
I absolutely loved my day with Ted! He was an incredibly kind and generous guide - he shared all kinds of interesting information and made the day fun and tailored to what I wanted to do. This is a super way to see the islands, do something a bit physical and learn about life in Phnom Penh.
Thank you for your fantastic feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you absolutely loved your day with Ted. It's wonderful to know that he provided you with interesting information, made the day tailored to your preferences, and added an element of fun to your experience. We're delighted that our tour offered you a unique and enjoyable way to explore the islands, engage in some physical activity, and learn about life in Phnom Penh. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to hosting you on more memorable adventures in the future!
Superb discovery of the Cambodian countryside and its daily life (village, agriculture, temple, silk factory, tofu...) The guide was very pleasant. Niquel bikes. We recommend
Dear George, Thank you so much for sharing feedback to us. Great to hearing that you enjoyed our Cycling Adventure on Islands of the Mekong Phnom Penh. We are looking and welcome you back on tours with us in other destinations in Thailand (Bangkok, Chiang Mai & Phuket), Vietnam (Hoi An) & Cambodia (Siem Reap & Phnom Penh). Kind Regards, Namkea
I loved learning about the bean curd drying process and trying food from the local markets as well as the traditional Cambodian food for lunch. It was nice to relax in the hammocks by the water too. The whole ride was very enjoyable, providing excellent insight into Cambodian culture and our tour guide, Thong, was absolutely lovely and did an excellent job!
Dear Zara Thank you so much for a wonderful feedback. We are so glad that you have enjoyed the trip in Cambodia, especially your bike ride in Phnom Penh. We hope and looking forward seeing you on your next ride with us again in other cities. Happy new year Best Regards,
Very nice professionals taking care of everything, we would do a tour with them again for sure. Location, provision, equipment, guides - everything was excellent.
I " enjoyed " it ending .Only then could I be alone & truly experience Cambodia .When you are in a group of other foringers any spontaneous situations are not genuine or uncensored . But. , , if your too frightened to ride a bike solo then the only other option is this ,and its not free.
The tour was 20km if I recall correctly, but it flies by. There were some great views of the city from the river ferry. You get to see lots of farmland and small villages just across the Mekong. Little kids run out and say "Hi! Hi! Hi!" as the you ride by and some of the braver ones will give you high five you as you ride by, it's adorable. Tour guide was super friendly and hooked us up with some delicious fresh fruit at the half-way point. Definitely remember your sun tan lotion for this one!
Our trip to the Mekong Island with Sovannary was nothing short of magical! He was a wealth of information and so patient with everyone. The cycling was easy enough, very little to no traffic to deal with and the bikes were in top notch condition. The ferry ride to begin our day was beautiful. Upon arrival we turned off the main road and headed into the local countryside. We learned about some of the staples of Cambodian cuisine, and even had the chance to taste some of their favorite fruits and cakes at our stop. The silk making process is fascinating and we were lucky enough to learn about it from a family who has been in the business for generations. It was a wonderful day full of education and beauty! A trip with Sovannary is a tirp you wont soon forget!
