CAMBODIA – Siem Reap – Cycling to Discover Pre-Angkorian Temples

Description

Guests will visit impressive pre-Angkorian temples and observe traditional Cambodian life by bicycle.
Designed for all types of travelers, from absolute beginners to experienced cyclists, guests can explore Siem Reap and the ancient, world-famous Angkorian temples more actively.
The tour follows a 15-kilometer trail from a peaceful local village to a rural town with colorful houses and gardens.
This trip allows participants to visit some hidden temples, a part of the Roulos group, mostly forgotten by the tourist crowd. The journey ends with a climb to the top of one of the region’s most ancient and long-standing temples: Bakong Temple, the first sandstone temple-mountain constructed by some of the very first rulers of the great Khmer empire.

Can be combined with

Thematic Leisure

• Siem Reap – Visit a floating village of the Tonle Sap Lake
• Siem Reap – Picnic Lunch in a Traditional Stilted House – Kompong Kleang
• Siem Reap – Spend the night in a fishermen’s stilt house in Kompong Kleang
• Visit other temples at Angkor Park
• Visit Beng Melaea
• Overnight in Beng Mealea Homestay

Selling points

• To propose an opportunity to discover the first sandstone temple-mountain constructed by some of the very first rulers of the great Khmer empire
• Cycle on village trails, passing by local houses
• Admire and learn about the authentic daily life of the Cambodian people
• A well-paced and eco-friendly way to visit Siem Reap and its world-famous temples
• Easy cycling trip, accessible to all types of travelers

Time And Transportation

Duration

• Half-day tour – including cycling, visits, and transportation
• Distance and duration of cycling: 15 kilometers – 1hr 30 mins

Min pax

1

Max pax

30

How to sell it

• More active way of visiting Siem Reap, its local villages, and temples
• This cycling is designed for everyone, including the casual cyclist and families
• Well-paced and eco-friendly way of visiting the temples
• Mix of history and learning about local Cambodian life
• Perfect for families and children (good physical condition, suggested 10 years old up)
• Easy to propose one more night in Siem Reap
• It can be organized for FIT, small GIT (max 30 persons)

Why this activity

• Easy cycling trail, adaptable for everybody
• Active, well-paced, and eco-friendly way of visiting temples and local villages
• Experience visiting the temples and villages by bicycle
• Easia’s signature product – designed by the Active team
• This tour is flexible; it is possibile to reduce or extend the cycling distance
• Full-day vehicle support

Good to combine with

• Active
  • Morning – Participate village local file by bicycle – 15 kilometers – after lunch, travel to starting point
  • Afternoon – Rice & lotus field by bicycle short option – 15 kilometers – with sunset at Phnom Krom
• Leisure:
  • Visit Chau Srey Vibol, Phnom Bok – other less-known temples
  • Visit Floating village Kompong Khlean
  • Phare Circus show evening

Do not combine with

• Any other full-day hiking or cycling tour on the same day

Market suggestion

Competitor comparison

• Possible that other DMCs use the same trail for cycling tours

Pros

• Easy Active Leisure Activity – everybody can participate in this activity
• Easy to find a guide who can escort guests on this tour
• Full-day vehicle support – possibility to reduce or extend daily cycling kilometers
• Active team on spot
• Some of the trails are shaded by trees

Cons

• Guests could encounter other tourists along the trail
• Can be muddy during the rainy season
• The landscape is not as lush during the dry season

Information

Alerts

• During rainy season, the trails can be muddy
• This cycling tour can be done by everyone as it flat and the cycling is not too much (15k)

Important information

Important information:

 Map to the activity link (Please don’t share with the guests)

 INFORMATION TO COLLECT FROM GUEST

• Understand the client and travelers’ needs and expectations
• Understand the Cycling level of the travelers – (0. Not cyclists, 1. Casual Cyclists, 2. Intermediate Cyclists, 3. Expert Cyclists, 4. Sport Cyclists)
• Request information from clients and fill the Information Active client file: Name and surname, the height, bike size, cycling level, any specific allergies, insurance details and remarks about cycling shoes, as well as pedal or hand grips for bike

INFORMATION ABOUT CYCLING ACTIVITY

• Easia signature product organized by our Active team
• Duration is quite important, and we can reduce or extend the duration and daily cycling kilometers, along with full day vehicle support 
• Roads conditions are good: pleasant trails, easy to cycle with no difficult, technical paths

From November to end of March for the perfect temperature. In April and May, it is very hot. June to August is the green season, with some rain during the early morning to late afternoon, boasting beautiful and green landscape. Avoid September and October due to the heavy rain.

LOGISTIC & TRANSPORTATION  

• Local Guide + supplement cycling (less than 25km)
• Mechanic: from 111 persons and up (Active/leisure tour)
• Mechanic: from 5 persons and up (Active tour)
• We always have back up vehicle (trailer or track, and vehicle for pax)

BICYCLES AVAILABLE 

Bicycle Supplier in Siem Reap:

• GIANT // ATX EXP
• MERIDA MATTE
• TREK // MARLIN 6HDC 2015

SNACK PACKAGES

• Local Snacks – (local fruits, snacks, and drinks)
• European Snack – (a mix of local snacks and drinks, and some European granola bars)

Price range

$$$ / Pax

Quotation guideline

Leisure cycling – Please use the Leisure cycling services on ERP – What to include on the quotation –

• Mountain Bike with helmet per pax
• Temple pass
• Local guide day tour fee
• Supplement cycling less than 25km
• Mountain bike for guide
• Local snack or European snack
• Trailer back-up for bicycles Roluos area
• Vehicle back-up for pax
• Mechanic: from 11 persons and up
• Mountain bike for mechanic
• Lunch local restaurant
• Option about the Standard and superior logistic in ERP. 
• Please check the sample module on ERP – If you have any question please contact the Easia ACTIVE Sales team 

ACTIVE CYCLING – please use the ACTIVE cycling services on ERP

• Mountain Bike with helmet per pax
• Temple pass
• Active Cycling guide day tour fee
• Mountain bike for guide
• Local snack or European snack
• Trailer back-up for bicycles Roluos area
• Vehicle back-up for pax
• Mechanic: from 5 persons and up
• Mountain bike for mechanic
• Lunch local restaurant

Possible Extra

• Catering services
• Rainy coats in case
• Reusable aluminum bottle

Remark

• For this tour it is easy to find guides in all languages – but we need to add a supplement cycling
• Adding the suggested 1 mechanic from 11 persons and up for the tour is easy (Active/leisure tour)
• For better service, add mechanic from 5 persons and up (Active tour)

Important notes

IMPORTANT NOTE:

MAP OF THE MODULE: link (Please don’t share with the guests)

• Transfer to  Peaceful local village about 2km for Wat Loak pagoda  – bicycles must be ready
• After bicycle fitting, explain the roles, and cycle towards Roluos
• Visit Totung Thngai Temple
• After visit, stop at a local house for a local snack and drink – two options
  • Homestay Ms. Nhe – call before to prepare snacks
  • Homestay Ms. Ron – 092800083 – call before to prepare snacks
• After, visit Pre Monti
• Cycle to Bakong – visit temple
• Option to continue to Preah Ko
• Lunch – End of the tour

ACTIVE BICYCLE SUPPLIER

• Bike rental in REP (Aing Kimsan), but it is also possible to use bike from PHN if this module is connected with Module: Cycling, from the Capital Phnom Penh to Angkor Wat
• Request information Active guest excel file from Sales: Name and surname of the travelers, their height, Bike Size, the cyclists’ level, allergies, insurance details.
• Send to the supplier the information about the participants when you book the service in order to prepare the bikes in advance and the tour properly
• At least 2 days in advance of the group’s arrival reconfirm the service
• Ask the bike supplier for similar type of bike, same brand and if possible same color.
• Ask the bike supplier to provide necessary tools and repair bike parts (tube, patch, pump)

TRANSPORTATION

• Regular vehicle will take traveler to starting point: Wat Loark
• Trailer and porter will bring the bicycle to the starting point and set up bicycle before arrival of the group
• Trailer will follow the group and collect the bicycles at the ending point

GUIDE

• Being an Active Leisure cycling Activity, it is easy to find guide in all languages to escort in this tour
• For Active Tour please Use Active Guide Database and contact Active team before booking a Cycling guide
• Always remember to provide the first aid kit to the guide
• Explain clearly to the guides the client’s profile and the guests’ expectations
• Ask the guide to stop and try some local snacks along the way, which is important to allow travelers to experience local life and Cambodian traditions
• Cycling guide must be flexible on the spot and the guide must adapt the speed and the length of the trails to the needs of the clients

ADVENTURE SERVICES

• Water & snacks – Guide in charge of buying them
• Active First aid kit – Operation Team must give to the guide
• Bikes, Helmet, bike repair kit – Supplier must provide them
• Special Active catering equipment (towel, tables, chairs, cutlery) – when we have a picnic lunch during an active program, Operation must give catering equipment to the driver and guide

Special Guide notes

SPECIAL GUIDE NOTES:

• Have to study the tour very well, together with operation and production: link to the map
• Need to reconfirm with bike shop one or 2 days before the tour and check the equipment before the tour.
• Should prepare and check the bikes with the name (or number) of the travelers in advance in order not to lose time.
• Should prepare and check that the cold water and some snacks are ready before the tour.
• Should check that the van is clean and ready for the travelers
• Guide must do the briefing before starting cycling – he needs to announce:
  • Cycling rules and sign to follow during the ride
  • Travelers must wear the helmet – it is mandatory
  • Distance and duration of the cycling day
  • Where they will go, what they will visit, and points of interest
  • Type of terrain
  • Share some local insight and information about the locations, sites, culture before departure
  • Should give information about the code of conduct, how to behave on the destination respecting environment and locals
• Cycling guide must be flexible on the spot: adapt the speed and the length of the trails to the needs of the clients
• Detailed timing: Departure- early morning from hotel, in order to have enough time to reach the final destination
• During the tour, call the restaurant or the person in charge of the picnic set up at least 1 hour before to confirm the arrival time – it’s important to have a good and warm meal during lunch or dinner
• Should have lunch together with the Active clients, if requested.
• Guide must stop and allow the travelers try some local snacks along the way; important to allow travelers experience local life and traditions of the country
• Should check the climate conditions before the tour to avoid risks (for example, bring rain coats) and be careful during the tour not to put the lives of the clients in danger. At the end of the day, he needs to check all the bikes and help the mechanic to clean and fix them
• Language – use polite language and adapt the behavior depending on the guests’ character and behavior
• Shoes – proper shoes – please no sandals or flip flops
• Bike uniform – guide must dress properly, wearing cycling clothes

Contact

Contact Siem Reap Bicycles Supplier: Aing Kimsan Bicycle Shop and Rental – 092 999 199/ 097 666 6997 –[email protected]:Aing Kimsan Bicycle Shop and Rental – 092 999 199/ 097 666 6997 – [email protected]

English

In the morning, you’ll travel to the starting point: a peaceful village , and start your cycling journey.

You will ride your bicycle along gravel roads, passing through local villages characterized by colorful houses and lush gardens. You will see and learn about authentic Cambodian lifestyles and cultures on the outskirts of Siem Reap.

After a quick stop at the ancient lotus pond, you will start on a single track, passing through a little forest, and visiting small and nearly-forgotten temples, less-visited by the tourist crowds.

You will end the tour by arriving at Bakong Temple, the first sandstone temple mountain, constructed during the Pre-Angkorian era (802 AD) by some of the very first rulers of the great Khmer empire. Climb the temple, admire the incredible carvings, and take in the beautiful views of the surrounding countryside.

 Note: Possibile to extend the trip to 20 kilometers: Ending point at the Loli Temple

French

Découverte des temples préangkoriens à vélo

Dans la matinée, vous vous rassemblerez autour d’une ancienne pagode magnifique où vous commencerez l’excursion à vélo.

Vous roulerez le long de routes en graviers et traverserez des villages locaux aux maisons colorées et aux jardins luxuriants. Vous pourrez observer et découvrir la culture et le mode de vie authentique des Cambodgiens vivants dans la périphérie de Siem Reap.

Vous vous arrêterez brièvement près d’un étang de lotus avant de vous engager sur un chemin traversant la petite forêt pour aller découvrir des petits temples souvent oubliés et délaissés par les foules de touristes.

Vous terminerez le tour au temple Bakong, le premier temple de montagne en grès, construit pendant l’ère préangkorienne (en l’an 802) par les premiers souverains du grand empire khmer. Vous monterez au temple pour observer les incroyables sculptures et admirerez le panorama sur la campagne environnante.

Distance et durée de l’activité à vélo : 15 kilomètres – 1h 30min (Comptez une journée complète pour cette activité et les visites incluses)
Niveau de difficulté : 1

Différence de dénivelé : + 50 mètres / – 12 mètres
Type de terrain : Un mélange de routes pavées, de chemins de villages et de routes sablonneuses, avec quelques chemins étroits dans la jungle.
Mode de transport : Un véhicule vous accompagnera toute la journée
– 12 kilomètres – 20 minutes (De l’hôtel au point de départ)
– 14 kilomètres – 30 minutes (De l’arrivée jusqu’à votre hôtel)

 Remarque : Possibilité d’allonger l’activité à 20 kilomètres : Arrivée au Temple Loli  

Spanish

Excursión en bici para descubrir los templos previos al imperio Angkor

Por la mañana, viajará hasta el punto de partida: una preciosa pagoda ancestral donde comenzará su excursión en bici.

Montará a bordo de su bicicleta por carreteras de gravilla, pasando por pueblos locales caracterizados por sus coloridas casas y frondosos jardines. Podrá observar y aprender sobre los auténticos estilos de vida y cultura camboyanos que se ven en las faldas de Siem Reap.

Después de una breve parada en el antiguo estanque de lotos, comenzará a desplazarse por un camino único, pasando por un pequeño bosque y visitando pequeños templos casi olvidados y menos transitados por las masas de turistas.

Finalizará el tour cuando llegue al templo Bakong, el primer templo montaña de arenisca, construido durante la era previa al imperio angkoriano (802 A.C.) bajo las órdenes de los primeros dirigentes del gran imperio Jemer. Suba al templo y admire las impresionantes tallas y las preciosas vistas que se ofrecen de los alrededores rurales.

Distancia y duración de la excursión en bici: 15 kilómetros -1 hora y 30 minutos (actividad de día completo, incluidas visitas).
Nivel: 1.

Diferencia de altitud: + 50 metros / – 12 metros.
Terreno: una mezcla de caminos de tierra y carreteras de arena, con algunos caminos estrechos a través de la selva.
Transporte: Soporte en vehículo durante todo el día.
– 12 kilómetros – 20 minutos (desde el hotel hasta el punto de partida).
– 14 kilómetros – 30 minutos (desde el punto de finalización al hotel).

 Nota: posibilidad de ampliar el viaje a 20 kilómetros: punto de finalización en el templo Loli.

Italian

In bicicletta per scoprire i templi pre-angkoriani

Al mattino, viaggerete verso il punto di partenza, una bellissima e antica pagoda, e inizierete il vostro viaggio in bicicletta.

Pedalerete lungo strade sterrate, attraversando villaggi locali caratterizzati da case colorate e giardini lussureggianti. Vedrete e imparerete gli autentici stili di vita e culture cambogiane alla periferia di Siem Reap.

Dopo una breve sosta all’antico stagno di loto, riprenderete il percorso lungo una pista unica, passando per una piccola foresta, e visitando templi piccoli e quasi dimenticati, meno visitati dalle folle di turisti.

Terminerete il tour arrivando al Tempio di Bakong, il primo tempio di montagna fatto di arenaria, costruito durante l’era pre-angkoriana (802 d.C.) da alcuni dei primissimi sovrani del grande impero Khmer. Salite sul tempio, ammirate le incredibili sculture e le splendide viste sulla campagna circostante.

Distanza e durata del giro in bicicletta: 15 chilometri – 1 ora e 30 minuti (attività di un’intera giornata, comprese le visite)

Livello 1

Dislivello: + 50 metri / – 12 metri

Terreno: misto di strade asfaltate e strade sabbiose, con alcuni stretti sentieri nella giungla

Trasporto: supporto veicolo per l’intera giornata

– 12 chilometri – 20 minuti (dall’hotel al punto di partenza)

– 14 chilometri – 30 minuti (dal punto finale all’hotel)

 Nota: è possibile prolungare il viaggio a 20 chilometri: punto finale al Tempio di Loli

German

Radtour zur Entdeckung der Prä-Angkor-Tempel

Am Morgen begeben Sie sich zunächst zum Startpunkt: eine schöne, uralte Pagode; dort beginnt Ihre Fahrradtour.

Sie fahren mit Rad auf Schotterstraßen durch lokale Dörfer mit farbenfrohen Häusern und üppigen Gärten. Sie werden den authentischen kambodschanischen Lebensstil und Kulturen in den Außenbezirken von Siem Reap erleben.

Nach einem kurzen Halt an einem uralten Lotus-Teich beginnen Sie mit der Fahrt auf einem einspurigen Weg, der durch einen kleinen Wald führt, und besuchen kleine und fast vergessene Tempel, die von Touristen nur selten besucht werden.

Die Radtour endet, wenn Sie am Bakong-Tempel ankommen, dem ersten Sandstein-Tempel auf einem Tempelberg, der während der Prä-Angkor-Ära (802 nach Christus) von den allerersten Herrschern des großen Khmer-Reiches erbaut wurde. Erklimmen Sie den Tempel, genießen Sie die unglaublichen Schnitzereien sowie den wunderschönen Ausblick auf die umgebende Landschaft.

Länge und Dauer der Radtour: 15 Kilometer – 1 Stunde und 30 Minuten (Ganztagestour inklusive Besichtigungen)
Schwierigkeitsstufe: 1

Höhenunterschiede: + 50 Meter / – 12 Meter
Terrain: eine Mischung aus gepflasterten Dorfpfaden und sandigen Straßen mit einigen engen Wegen durch den Dschungel
Anfahrt: Van steht ganztägig zur Verfügung
– 12 Kilometer – 20 Minuten (vom Hotel zum Startpunkt)
– 14 Kilometer – 30 Minuten (vom Endpunkt zum Hotel)

Hinweis: Es besteht die Möglichkeit, die Tour um 20 Kilometer zu verlängern: Endpunkt ist dann der Loli-Tempel.

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