Vietnam to Cambodia Cycle Challenge

Cycle 248 miles (400km) from Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Siem Reap in Cambodia

Location:
South East Asia

Dates: 
8 - 18 November 2012

Distance:
248 miles (400km), six day bike ride

Event status:
Registration open

2012 costs

Registration fee: £399
Minimum sponsorship: £2,995
Or self funding option (no minimum sponsorship): £1,349

The challenge

This breathtaking bike ride will take you from Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to the ancient temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia. Upon arrival, you will have time to explore the fascinating city of Saigon - the heart of Vietnam - before the challenge commences.

The 248 mile (400km) route will take you through many traditional Vietnamese villages, following gorgeous streams and rivers, passing paddy fields and stunning mountains. Few locals will have seen foreigners cycling past, and their interest and hospitality will spur on even the most tired cyclist.

The route then crosses the border into Cambodia and you will cycle to the world famous temple site of Angkor Wat - arguably one of the most fascinating wonders of the world! Built from 879 - 1191AD by the Khmer civilisation, Ankgor Wat represents one of mankind's most astonishing architectural achievements, and is certainly the jewel in Cambodia's crown.

Two fascinating countries – one fantastic challenge!

Itinerary

Day 1

Leave the UK for an overnight flight to Ho Chi Minh City

Day 2

Arrive at Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the hotel. Rest of day is free to refresh and to prepare for the challenge

Day 3

Cycle Ho Chi Minh City to Tra Vinh, via Ben Tre. Distance 32 miles (52 km)

Day 4

Cycle Tra Vinh to Can Tho and see many traditional Khmer homes. Distance 50 miles (80km)

Day 5

Cycle Can Tho to Long Xuyen, than transfer to Chau Doc. Distance cycled 59 miles (95km)

Day 6

Boat journey from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh. Optional excursion to visit the infamous Killing Fields of Cambodia.

Day 7

Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom by way of the breathtaking Udong Mountain. Distance cycled 55 miles (89km)

Day 8

Kampong Thom to Siem Reap. Distance 37 miles (60km)

Day 9

Free day to explore the magnificent temples and structures of Angkor Wat. Celebratory dinner this evening

Day 10

Transfer to Siem Reap airport for flight to UK

Day 11

Arrive UK

(Itinerary correct at time of printing, but subject to change)

Includes

• flights from London Airport to Ho Chi Minh, then return from Siem Reap to London Airport
• all accommodation (twin share)
• all meals throughout itinerary starting with dinner on Day 2 to breakfast on Day 10
• bottled drinking water for all cycling days, snacks and fruit for cycling days
• private air-conditioned vehicles for back up, support and transfers
• local English speaking cycling guides, local English speaking guide for Siem Reap visit
• local bike hire with spares
• local boat trip to visit floating Cai Rang Market, Vietnam (Day 5)
• speed boat ticket – Chau Doc to Phnom Penh (Day 6)
• all local ferry tickets
• entrance fee into Angkor Wat Temple Complex
• Global Adventure Challenge Leader from the UK
• full comprehensive Global Adventure Challenge medical kits

Excludes

• UK airport taxes and fuel surcharge – payable six weeks before departure
• visa for Vietnam
• tips
• alcoholic drinks and drinks during meals
• personal travel insurance – it is strongly advised to take this through Global Adventure Challenges at a cost of £50 a person
• international airport departure tax at Siem Reap – currently at US$ 25 a person
• visa to Cambodia – this is obtained at the border – participants need to take US$ 25 and two passport sized photos

How we will support you

All our participants will receive:

• A free Epilepsy Action Events T-shirt
• Free training plans provided by Global Adventure Challenges
• Kit list provided by Global Adventure Challenges
• Constant fundraising support and tips

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