This Ancient Temples of Takeo 2 day Cycle Tour with indochinabiketours.com is fully supported and fully guided (however you can choose not to have a support vehicle**). After leaving Phnom Penh you will have time to contemplate the barbaric Khmer Rouge regime as you visit the ‘Killing Fields’. After this you will cycle to the picturesque Angkorian temples of Tonle Bati on the way south to the provincial town of Takeo. The following morning you will take an exciting boat trip to the ancient sites of Angkor Borei and Phnom Da before cycling to Phnom Chisor with its temple and spectacular views. A great introduction to ‘ordinary’ Cambodia and seldom visited ancient temples!
Below please find the detailed itinerary...

Day 1: Cycle the 'Killing Fields', Tonle Bati Temple and sleepy Takeo ( 85km ) ( L )

Day 2: Speed Boat to Angkor Borei, Phnom Da & Cycle Phnom Chisor (30km) ( B , L )

This morning you take an exciting speed boat trip along ancient canals and through wetlands to Angkor Borei, a small relatively isolated town. However, during the pre-Angkorian, Funan period it was a major port. There have been many archaeological finds in the area and some of these are housed in the small local museum. Then it is back in the boat for the 15 minute trip to Phnom Da - you will see the hilltop single laterite tower remains as you approach. As you explore further you will also find the small yet charming, and rare, 7th century remains of the Hindu temple of Ashram Maha Russei. After arriving back in Takeo you will have lunch in a local restaurant then its back on the bikes as you cycle 30km north to Phnom Chisor. Phnom Chisor is a large hill and after climbing the 500+ steps you are rewarded by the sight of the nicely preserved 11th century temple ruins, as well as a fabulous panorama of the surrounding rice fields, including further temples off in the distance. After exploring Phnom Chisor, depending on the time and you legs(!) you can either cycle the last 60km to Phnom Penh, or ride in the support vehicle. On arrival back in Phnom Penh you will be returned to your hotel having had a great couple of days cycling!

Tour Package Includes

- Accommodation based on twin sharing occupancy at hotel, guesthouse and Home stay.etc…
- Meals as indicated in program,B=Breakfast , L=Lunches ,D=Dinner
- Professional English speaking guide (other languages upon requests)
- A/C transfers and transportation.
- Boat trip mention in itinerary
- Pump, bike tools, spares tubes, Spare bike , Mountain Bicycle (  Trek bike )
- Cold water box, small fresh towel , bike helmet
- All entrance fees for sightseeing as indicated in the program
- Service charges, rooms tax and handling fees

Tour Package Excludes

- Visa stamping fee
- Travel assurance
- Mineral water beyond that supplied
- Alcoholic beverages and soft drinks
- Additional transport required due to any emergency situation
- Tips and gratuites
- Personal expenses and other services which are not mentioned in the program.
- International air tickets and airport departure taxes
- Meals and drinks not mentioned in the program
- Optional excursions

Special offers :
- Mineral water drinking.
- Seasonal fruits.
- Snacks
- Fresh tissue and some fruits while touring !

What to bring :
Sun Block , Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain Gear , Warm clothes in winter, Original Passport, Bike Helmet ( compulsory ), Small backpack , Shoes and shorts for cycling ,Sunglasses , Gloves , Professional Pedal ,Insect repellent ,Wide brim hat ,Bike water bottle (if you don't want to use Indochina Bike Tours’bottle)

Highlights :
Glide down hills, through villages and fields to experience the north's wilderness.

Notes:
Tour can be modified,hotels changed to suit your tastes and budget
Minor program changes are sometime necessary, depending on road conditions and weather.
This itinerary allows for 2 days on the cycling section. You will be able to decide for yourself at any time during each of these days how far you want to cycle. Average daily cycling distances are approximately 40 -100 km. These distances may vary according to weather, road conditions and group fitness and preferences. This is a sightseeing cycle tour, not a marathon or time trial.

BEFORE YOU GO INFORMATION