Overview
Your guide will take you by bicycle to witness first hand the melting pot of cultures, ethnicities and religions, that exist in modern Cambodia. First we visit families in a Muslim fishing village outside of Battambang. We will explore the village on foot and learn about their traditional livelihoods, family history, and ways of living. After getting some coffee and quick rest, we will ride through the countryside and arrive at a Buddhist temple, where you will have a chance to chat with a young, friendly Buddhist monk. The tour includes a Cambodian style lunch at a family home.
Why travelers book this
What's Included
- Tuk Tuk pick up and drop off from your hotel
- A crash course on basic Khmer, the Cambodian language, so you can greet the locals in their language.
- Water and snack along the way
- Helmet
- Compensation to families tour visits
- Friendly, English-speaking, First-Aid Certified local guide
- High quality imported Mountain bike (Giant, Trek, GT)
What's Not Included
- Drop off at hotel after the tour
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting point, pickup options and start time are confirmed on Viator before checkout.
Itinerary
Stop 1
This half-day bicycle tour offers a unique opportunity to experience Cambodian culture beyond the usual tourist sites. Led by friendly local guides, you'll cycle through scenic countryside, visiting a Muslim village. Here, you'll meet artisans like net weavers and fishermen, and learn about the importance of dried fish in Cambodian cuisine. The ride continues through verdant rice fields, where you'll gain insights into rice cultivation, the lifeblood of Cambodia. A stop at a charming local Muslim cafe provides a refreshing break before exploring a beautiful Buddhist temple. There, you can converse with a young monk and gain a deeper understanding of their way of life and Buddhist culture. The tour concludes with a delicious and authentic Cambodian lunch. This experience is suitable for all fitness levels, with a manageable 17 km ride. Convenient hotel pick-up ensures a hassle-free morning, and the tour returns by 12:30 PM, leaving you with an afternoon to explore further.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please wear clothing that covers your shoulders out of respect for rural culture. Please be sure to wear sunscreen. We provide water but we suggest using a backpack for any other things you'd like to bring like cameras, etc as there are no baskets on the bikes.