Please can you let me know the level of fitness required for this trip? What does "in Twin' mean? I am travelling alone so would there be a supplement?

We would consider the level of fitness for this ride to be quite basic. There is a support van for the entire duration of the ride so you can take a break whenever you feel the need. The other thing about this ride is that it is completely flat. We move at approximately 15-20kmh with lots of stops along the way. The twin room means that we will match you with a fellow solo traveller of the same sex. If you want your own room, we can arrange it with an additional fee. If we can't match you with a similar traveller, then you don't need to pay it.

Does your company offer E Bike options?

Yes, we can provide E-bikes on our rides in Cambodia and Vietnam. There is an additional cost of approximately US$30 per day.

Is it possible to rent an e-bike for the Cambodia to Vietnam tour?

Yes, it's possible to arrange an ebikes for the Cambodia to Vietnam trip. The cost is US$20 per day.

What age ranges are there, I would be 62 and although I love young people I don't want to feel out of place and less fit if it's not a mixed age group. With regard to fitness I'm reasonably fit for the flat cycling, maybe need to get more saddle fit but what length are the daily rides and how many hours in the saddle? What's the set up for a single person - do you get your own room? Is there a hefty single supplement?

Re group mix. Generally speaking, your age would be about our average. Most of our riders have adult children, so think 50-75. Occasionally we have people in their mid 20's but not often. And even more occasionally, families with teenage children. Re fitness. We take lots of breaks and the cycling is not a fast pace. There is a support van for the entire duration of cycling that is close by, if not directly behind you. Re single room. We can guarantee a single room with a supplement of AU$500. All rooms are air-conditioned, with private bathroom and are based on 3 and 4 star hotels.

Will you transfer the luggage via van?

Yes, we transfer the luggage. The support van also closely follows you along the route, so if you fancy a break, you can tap out and enjoy the air conditioning of the van. We have sold out for January 9, however, we have introduced a new departure date for January 15th. We also have rides running from Siem Reap from January 11th.

Do you have an ebike hire option please? If so, how much? If not, what is your typical cruising speed and daily distance?

We haven't used E bikes before on our rides, but we might be able to source one locally. I believe the cost is about US$30 per day. The rides are fully supported with a van and riders are free to jump in at any point. The cruising speed is about 15-18km/ph. We encourage riders to stop and take photos along the way. It's not a race, but very much a journey. We've had people of all ages come on our rides, including shine on their 80's. Daily distances are from 40-80km.

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Itinerary

Day 1
Phnom Penh
Meals
Dinner (Local Khmer cuisine with the group)
Optional Activities
- Explore Phnom Penh with host assistance
Day 2
Phnom Penh
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Friends International presentation and introduction to Cambodia
- Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum tour
Optional Activities
- Eat tarantula at dinner
Landmarks
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum
Day 3
Phnom Penh to Kampot
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch (Lunch at Chisaur Temple)
Included Activities
- Cycling through remote villages and waterways (86km)
- Chisaur Temple exploration and lunch
Optional Activities
- Take support van instead of cycling any portion of the route
Landmarks
Chisaur Temple
Day 4
Kampot
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (BBQ ribs at the Rusty Keyhole)
Optional Activities
- Bokor Mountain cycle challenge (80km with 40km uphill ascent)
- Cycle downhill from Bokor Mountain
- Explore Bokor Hill Station French ghost town
Landmarks
Bokor Hill Station
Preah Monivong National Park
Day 5
Kampot
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Dorsu factory visit and presentation on ethical fashion and textiles
Optional Activities
- Relax by the pool
- Explore local market
- Sunset river cruise with firefly viewing
Landmarks
Dorsu
Day 6
Kampot to Ha Tien to Rach Gia
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Local seafood and Banh Xeo in Rach Gia)
Included Activities
- Explore Kep pepper plantations and salt lakes
Landmarks
Kep
Day 7
Rach Gia to Can Tho
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Street food degustation at the night market)
Included Activities
- Cycling through Mekong Delta rice paddies and farmland (82km)
Optional Activities
- Take support van instead of cycling any portion of the route
- Explore Can Tho city
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Can Tho
Day 8
Can Tho
Meals
Breakfast (Breakfast on the water at the floating market at sunrise), Lunch
Included Activities
- Floating market sunrise tour with breakfast on the water
- Noodle factory visit with hands-on noodle making
- Cocoa farm visit
- Heifer Vietnam NGO presentation (pending confirmation and availability)
Landmarks
Can Tho Floating Markets
Day 9
Can Tho to Ben Tre
Meals
Breakfast
Included Activities
- Cycling through Mekong Delta (98km)
- Coconut candy factory visit
- Canals and floating markets exploration
Optional Activities
- Take support van instead of cycling any portion of the route
Landmarks
Ben Tre
Day 10
Ben Tre to Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner (Street food dinner with live band at Street Food Market)
Included Activities
- Cycling into Ho Chi Minh City (77km of cycling, last 12km by van)
Optional Activities
- Take support van instead of cycling any portion of the route
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Ho Chi Minh City
Day 11
Ho Chi Minh City
Meals
Breakfast, Dinner
Included Activities
- Habitat for Humanity presentation and tour
Optional Activities
- Explore local markets
- Visit shopping centres
- Visit museums and attractions in Ho Chi Minh City
Landmarks
Habitat for Humanity Vietnam
Day 12
Ho Chi Minh City Departure
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Breakfast (Final breakfast with the group)

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Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

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Chisaur Temple

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Bokor Hill Station
Preah Monivong National Park

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Dorsu

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Kep

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Can Tho

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Can Tho Floating Markets

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Ben Tre

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Ho Chi Minh City

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Habitat for Humanity Vietnam

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Tracy
July 31st, 2022
An absolutely amazing experience - everything was effortless on our end
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JamesConnell
July 30th, 2022
Great guides, excellent way to get to know a different side of Cambodia and Vietnam. Good quality bikes, meeting the...
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StephenAshen
December 19th, 2019
4 minutes ago Our 12 day tour from Phnom Penh to Saigon was an absolutely amazing trip. Our international group all...
4 minutes ago Our 12 day tour from Phnom Penh to Saigon was an absolutely amazing trip. Our international group all gelled, we made new friends and we had a great time seeing the real countryside at bike pace rather than just whizzing through it in a bus. I wore my hand out waving to all the happy locals and went hoarse shouting hi in return. Both Cambodia and Vietnam are absolutely stunning countries recovering from a difficult recent past; everyone there is so happy seemingly living a very simple life which is a great lesson. All the tour guides were absolutely brilliant and freely shared their knowledge of the countries; I only wish there were bananas, pineapple, water, an ice bucket and sugar cane juice every 90 minutes on my rides in the UK. The itinerary was well structured including rest days to allow recovery from the days cycling in the heat. The insight into the NGO operations via their talks was sobering and it was rewarding to be able to give something back in the donation debate at the end in Saigon. I would definitely do a trip with them again.Show more
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JackieAshen
December 19th, 2019
The tour was a brilliant experience. We loved getting off the beaten track and can't think of a better way of...
The tour was a brilliant experience. We loved getting off the beaten track and can't think of a better way of experiencing Cambodia and Vietnam for the first time. The tour was very well organised and the guides and support staff were exceptional. It was a nice mixture of cycling, visiting NGOs, other activities and free time. We had really good fun, met some great people.and got fit at the same time.Show more
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MichaelDove
August 1st, 2019
There is no better way to experience a country, see and meet with locals, and learn about the challenges faced by...
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pedrocarvalho
March 5th, 2019
Being a bike guide myself, it was very interesting to be on the "other side" for the first time. I loved the...
Being a bike guide myself, it was very interesting to be on the "other side" for the first time. I loved the experience. Brett is an awesome person, relaxed but on top of things, and to me what made the trip so special was the social side of it - we visited and learned a lot about several NGO's that are really making the difference in Cambodia and Vietnam. Will ride again with Social Cycles, for sure!Show more
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Bill
February 21st, 2018
My wife and I completed Brett's Cambodia to Vietnam tour on February 13. I have traveled over much of the world and...
My wife and I completed Brett's Cambodia to Vietnam tour on February 13. I have traveled over much of the world and have had more than a few adventures. This one was excellent in all respects. Brett has a laid back approach but a remarkable attention to detail. The trip went off without a hitch. The tour was amazing and very satisfying. We toured a number of farms and organizations that are doing good for the local people. Very inspiring. Before the trip, my wife and I were concerned that we would not be able to keep up with the bicycling. We are healthy, but not especially fit, and we are a bit older; I am 68 and my wife is 57. It turned out that our worries were misplaced. The cycling was challenging but far from overwhelming and we did just fine. As others have mentioned, this is not a good tour for people looking for five star accommodations. Lodging was clean and comfortable but occasionally a little basic and food was always good. My goal now is to try to convince one of my grown children or one or two of my more adventurous friends to take one of Brett's tours. I know they would not be disappointed.Show more
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Geoff
January 16th, 2018
Our ride with Brett from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City was one of the most memorable trips I have ever done. It was...
Our ride with Brett from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City was one of the most memorable trips I have ever done. It was the perfect balance of physical challenge and authentic exposure to the off road realities in Cambodia and Vietnam. We have cycled in many countries but nothing even vaguely compares with this experience. I was particularly moved by our guide Brett’s commitment to showing us the roads less travelled in these countries and his gentle and non-intrusive encouragement of all of us to see these places as he sees them and to follow him on this physical and social journey while carefully attending to our safety. A real odyssey on so many levels. We are still baking in the afterglow. Show more
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Stuart
January 16th, 2018
I've been fortunate enough to join Brett on two trips with Social Cycles now, met some awesome like minded people and...
I've been fortunate enough to join Brett on two trips with Social Cycles now, met some awesome like minded people and had some great laughs As you would expect, the accommodation is not 5 star but clean, comfortable and compĺemented with friendly staff. The Reid mountain bicycles are comfortable, well maintained and fit for purpose, the cycling legs each day, although challenging, are achievable with some training. If you want a cycling adventure holiday with purpose via the road less travelled, visiting and learing from local NGOs, with great people and great food.....this is it Brett and his support team are very well organised, professional and great fun to tour with Looking forward to my next trip with Social Cycles. Stuart Opie Feb 17 - Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City Nov 17 - Phnom Penh to Siem ReapShow more
Traveled in November 2017
Cynthia
January 10th, 2018
This trip was beyond my expectations - Brett was an supportive, well-educated guide whose support personnel (guides,...
This trip was beyond my expectations - Brett was an supportive, well-educated guide whose support personnel (guides, mechanics, drivers, hotels, tours, etc.) were incredibly well organized, going off without a hitch at each location and when we crossed countries from Cambodia to Vietnam. I sustained an injury during the trip and was whisked off to an extremely clean, modern emergency room to be checked to ensure the injury was minimal (which, indeed it was!) This is not a trip for those expecting 5 star accommodations and food. This is for the adventurous and those who want to be truly immersed in the local culture, food, customs and social issues. I was impressed by the ingenuity of the NGOs that we visited and how fellow country folk help each other as one large family, caring for each other to ensure education, food, medical care - the basics for living - are being met. On a regular tour, I would never had the opportunity to meet these amazing folks and understand the needs/resourcefulness that exists within these countries. Brett's commitment to socially responsible travel shines through out this trip, thus making the experience unforgettable and life changing. Our small group of 12 cyclists bonded and watched out for each other, thus adding to why this is one of the best trips I have ever experienced. Now - be warned - the weather is not for the feint of heart. I come from a very dry climate so I purposely chose the "dry season" to visit Vietnam and Cambodia, but the 88+ degree days with 80%+ humidity was very taxing for me. Although my legs didn't fatigue with the cycling speed/distances, even with using electrolytes, fruit and plenty of liquid to sustain me while cycling, to my surprise, the heat did me in, forcing me to rest out a leg every so often during the trip. I didn't expect that type of reaction and no amount of training could have prepared me for my physical reaction to the heat. But - I didn't let that stop me - I still participated to the extent of my comfort level and retreated to the bus when necessary to recuperate. There were times that the off-road cycling took me beyond my comfort zone, yet because the group support was so strong, I made it through and am a better person for it! I felt I got my full money's worth and MORE with this trip. For those with a spirit of adventure in your heart - don't hesitate to participate in one of Brett's trips. You will be changed in your view of yourself and how you see the world. It was one of the best, if not THE BEST travel experience I was able to take! Thank you so much Brett - you are an amazing host and person who shared your love of people and their cultures with us! It was truly a life-changing experience for me.Show more
Traveled in December 2017

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Carmen
Asked on February 2nd, 2025
Please can you let me know the level of fitness required for this trip? What does "in Twin' mean? I am travelling alone so would there be a supplement?
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- Social CyclesOperator•Written February 2025
  We would consider the level of fitness for this ride to be quite basic. There is a support van for the entire duration of the ride so you can take a break whenever you feel the need. The other thing about this ride is that it is completely flat. We move at approximately 15-20kmh with lots of stops along the way. The twin room means that we will match you with a fellow solo traveller of the same sex. If you want your own room, we can arrange it with an additional fee. If we can't match you with a similar traveller, then you don't need to pay it.
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Gillian
Asked on January 26th, 2025
Does your company offer E Bike options?
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- Social CyclesOperator•Written January 2025
  Yes, we can provide E-bikes on our rides in Cambodia and Vietnam. There is an additional cost of approximately US$30 per day.
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Jackie
Asked on February 22nd, 2023
Is it possible to rent an e-bike for the Cambodia to Vietnam tour?
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- Social CyclesOperator•Written February 2023
  Yes, it's possible to arrange an ebikes for the Cambodia to Vietnam trip. The cost is US$20 per day.
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Sarah
Asked on January 23rd, 2023
What age ranges are there, I would be 62 and although I love young people I don't want to feel out of place and less fit if it's not a mixed age group. With regard to fitness I'm reasonably fit for the flat cycling, maybe need to get more saddle fit but what length are the daily rides and how many hours in the saddle? What's the set up for a single person - do you get your own room? Is there a hefty single supplement?
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Single supplement
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- Social CyclesOperator•Written January 2023
  Re group mix. Generally speaking, your age would be about our average. Most of our riders have adult children, so think 50-75. Occasionally we have people in their mid 20's but not often. And even more occasionally, families with teenage children. Re fitness. We take lots of breaks and the cycling is not a fast pace. There is a support van for the entire duration of cycling that is close by, if not directly behind you. Re single room. We can guarantee a single room with a supplement of AU$500. All rooms are air-conditioned, with private bathroom and are based on 3 and 4 star hotels.
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Joshua
Asked on October 27th, 2022
Will you transfer the luggage via van?
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- Social CyclesOperator•Written October 2022
  Yes, we transfer the luggage. The support van also closely follows you along the route, so if you fancy a break, you can tap out and enjoy the air conditioning of the van. We have sold out for January 9, however, we have introduced a new departure date for January 15th. We also have rides running from Siem Reap from January 11th.
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Bonnie
Asked on May 28th, 2022
Do you have an ebike hire option please? If so, how much? If not, what is your typical cruising speed and daily distance?
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- Social CyclesOperator•Written May 2022
  We haven't used E bikes before on our rides, but we might be able to source one locally. I believe the cost is about US$30 per day. The rides are fully supported with a van and riders are free to jump in at any point. The cruising speed is about 15-18km/ph. We encourage riders to stop and take photos along the way. It's not a race, but very much a journey. We've had people of all ages come on our rides, including shine on their 80's. Daily distances are from 40-80km.
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  Bonnie
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  A couple of other queries please: How much is the single supplement? What numbers do you have so far for your 18/7 and 22/8 departures? Can i bring my own saddle and mirror?
- Social CyclesOperator•Written June 2022
  The single supplement is $350. July is guaranteed to Friday with six people booked in. I don't have anybody for August as yet. Not all six people are going all the way to Vietnam though. You're more than welcome to bring your own saddle and pedals etc. We'll for them for you.
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  We're planning our Cambodia to Vietnam trip on 5th January 2023 starting in Siem Reap, or 9th January starting in Phnom Penh

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