Angkor Active Cycling Tour

Cycle the back roads through sleepy countryside to visit the temple of Rolous, the first major capital of the Khmer Empire. Travel the back roads through little-seen villages where children will greet you. See how shadow puppets are made and enjoy a shadow puppet show which uses traditional folk stories before hopping back on your bike.

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Duration: Full Day

Tour Code: MCAT11

Tour Valid: Until December 30th, 2013

Highlights: Fun mountain biking - Shadow puppet show - Visit local village

• Day 1 - Angkor Active Cycling Tour

  Place Transport: Bicycle 
  Meals: Lunch

  This morning, we take a bike ride through the countryside to visit to the Rolous group of temples. The cycle is mainly on dirt tracks. On the way, we pass small villages with lots of friendly children. Stop to watch seasonal activities like rice planting and harvesting, and try local snacks or try your hand at traditional games like Khmer football. Explore the Rolous Group of temples which represent the remains of the first major capital of the Khmer empire, and are the earliest site of the 600 year Angkor period that is open to visitors. The three temples in the site are: Bakong, Lolei, and Preah Ko. Bakong was constructed in 881 and is the principle temple in the Rolous group. Lolei is a four towered temple built in the centre of what is now a dry water reservoir.
  Visit a not-for-profit organization which supports disadvantaged youth in the area and teaches them the traditional art of shadow-puppet making (from leather), and watch a shadow puppet show. Eat a delicious Khmer lunch and have a rest in a hammock before cycling back to Siem Reap. Total distance cycled around 35 - 40 km. 

  The Tour Inclusion:

  - Pick-ups and transfers by private air-conditioned vehicle as specified in the itinerary above.

  
  

  - The services of experienced English-speaking guides as indicated in the itinerary.

  
  

  - Where necessary, entry fees for all visits as mentioned in the program.

  
  

  - Lunch in the best local restaurants, or picnics where no suitable restaurant is available.

  The Tour Exclusion:

  - International flight tickets and airport tax.Visas.

  
  

  - Dinners, except as specified above. 

  
  

  - Drinks, gratuities and personal expenses. 

  
  

  - Surcharge for peak season (if any) & other not mentioned in the above detail program.

  
  

  Additional Information

  Importance note

  - The itinerary is just a sample of our tours; we'll be pleased to design similar programs with dates and itinerary customized to your personal preferences in Tailor Made Tours section. Rates may vary frequently. Please contact us to get the best possible price based upon your travel period and specific touring needs.

  
  

  What to bring?

  - Sun Block, Wide brim hat, Camera + Film, Comfortable shoes, Rain gear, Warm clothes, original Passport...

  
  

  How to start? 

  - MinMax Travel is a fully escorted tour and best-available all year round; the only thing you need to prepare in advance is the international air-ticket from/to your country. 

  - You can get Cambodia Visa on arrival easily (getting visa at the airport).