Premium hotels and resorts

Relax at the end of each day in our expertly curated, handpicked accommodation on this Premium adventure. Each has been chosen for its location, comfort, style, and unique characteristics.

The hotels typically used can be found on the day-to-day itinerary. Below are just some of the notable accommodations on this trip.

Bangkok: U Sathorn Bangkok Hotel (night 1)



The U Sathorn is a peaceful oasis in bustling Bangkok. The rooms (decorated with a contemporary take on the French colonial style) are set around a central courtyard, in the middle of which is the pool. There’s also the J’aime restaurant, founded by chef Jean-Michel Lorain, owner of the Michelin-starred La Côte Saint Jacques in Burgundy. It has an upside-down design concept (with a piano on the ceiling!) and an innovative fine-dining menu.

Siem Reap: Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa (nights 5-7)



Relax at this intimate riverside resort, which sits in the heart of Siem Reap. For ultimate peace, there’s the Nirvana Spa, which offers a traditional Khmer massage, plus tropical gardens and a freshwater pool. The Palate restaurant serves modern Cambodian cuisine made from fresh, local ingredients, and has a sky bar for cocktails with a river view.

Cai Be: Mekong Riverside Boutique Resort & Spa (night 11)



Unwind while enjoying Mekong Delta hospitality at this riverside boutique resort. Find ultimate relaxation with a treatment or two at the Oasis Spa or with a dip in the outdoor pool. There’s also the Mekong Medley restaurant, which serves local and international cuisines, plus two bars: one by the pool, the other at the restaurant (where you can enjoy your drink on the balcony for views over the Mekong).

Ho Chi Minh City: Alagon Saigon Hotel & Spa (nights 12-13)



In the heart of Ho Chi Minh City, and close to the main attractions, the Alagon is well placed for exploring. The modern rooms are tastefully designed and there's a rooftop pool and garden with spectacular views over the city, plus a health club and spa.

Worth knowing

The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance; however, we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. We endeavour to inform you of any changes in advance, which could, on rare occasions, be at late notice.
It is possible to book additional nights before or after the tour, subject to availability – please enquire for details and prices.

All breakfasts, five lunches and six dinners are included.

The food on this trip is a real highlight for many. Southeast Asian cuisine is known for its abundance of freshly prepared dishes with strong aromatic flavours. There is a focus on herbs and citrus to ensure each dish packs a punch; chilli does feature highly too but is easily avoided.

Typically, most dishes come with rice and many are often served in a banana leaf with a variety of dips and herbs served separately.

The three countries visited ensure a different culinary experience every time you cross the border: ensure you try freshly made pad Thai noodles from the street stalls of Bangkok; the fish amok curry in Cambodia for a creamy coconut-based fragrant curry; and banh xeo (huge sizzling pancakes) in Vietnam.

Western food is available almost everywhere except in the Mekong Delta region.

Vegetarians are well catered for but please inform us before departure of any special dietary requests.

Please note, the availability of certain specialised products for restricted diets (eg gluten-free or dairy-free) is minimal or non-existent and we strongly recommend you bring these specialised dietary items from home.

You may find it beneficial to bring energy bars or gels with you from home to use during a ride. However, on Premium Adventure cycling departures, an included snack kitty is provided usually consisting of fresh fruit, nuts, biscuits and local snacks along with drinks and electrolyte powders.

— Casual clothes. As it is generally hot and humid, light cotton clothing is recommended for most of the trip when not on the bike. Local people generally dress conservatively and it is recommended that you do the same
— Lightweight waterproof jacket or poncho/umbrella
— Cycling helmet (compulsory)
— Strong sunscreen
— Torch/flashlight or headtorch
— Light cotton trousers and lightweight long-sleeve shirt
— Sun hat and sunglasses
— Swimsuit


— A first-aid kit is carried on each trip, but you should bring your own with diarrhoea treatment, painkillers, rehydration sachets, plasters and a blister-treatment kit
— Insect repellent is also highly recommended. Repellent containing DEET is thought to be highly effective
— Large refillable water bottle

There will be plenty of opportunities to get laundry done locally at a very affordable price so fine to pack light. Please remember that you will be expected to cover your legs (to the ankle) and arms (to the elbow) during visits to some temples and palaces.

We believe in reducing our negative environmental impacts wherever possible, this goes for when you need to spend a penny in the great outdoors! If no toilet facilities are available at some of the planned stops or during our ride, there may come a time when you need to go to the loo behind a tree/bush/rock. To avoid leaving toilet paper behind we recommend taking biodegradable dog poo/sandwich bags with you. Once you have done your business you can pop the used toilet roll in here and take it with you to dispose of when there are appropriate facilities available.

Generally, we use different support staff and vehicles for each country, but all groups will be accompanied by one expert cycling Tour Leader from start to finish, either Thai, Cambodian or Vietnamese. The tour leader will be assisted by a second cycling leader and (if required) local guides.

— Three nights at the intimate Lynnaya Urban River Resort & Spa – the perfect base to explore Angkor
— Two full days to explore the incredible Angkor temple complex in Cambodia by bike
— Enjoy sundowners and spectacular views from the rooftop bars at our Siem Reap and Phnom Penh accommodations
— Cycle through three countries, from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City, experiencing mouth-watering cuisine along the way; many meals included
— Stay overnight in the peaceful Mekong Delta at the Mekong Riverside Boutique Resort & Spa; relax in lush tropical gardens and enjoy a kayak on the Mekong as the sun rises

Key information
Recommended arrival time: You can arrive by late afternoon to catch the welcome dinner
Airport: Suvarnabhumi Airpo (BKK)
Getting to the start hotel
Exodus provides free arrival transfers to the start hotel from the airport for all customers.
Catching your return flight
Exodus provides free departure transfers for all customers to Ho Chi Minh City Airport (SGN) from the end hotel.

Please note, unless specified otherwise, the transfers will be to the start (or pre-tour) hotel and from the end (or post-tour) hotel; transfers to other hotels in the same city and/or on different dates may attract an extra charge. Transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks before the tour starts.

— Tips for the tour leader
— Travel insurance
— Single accommodation (available on request)
— Visas or vaccinations
— E-bike hire

— Casual clothes. As it is generally hot and humid, light cotton clothing is recommended for most of the trip when not on the bike. Local people generally dress conservatively and it is recommended that you do the same
— Lightweight waterproof jacket or poncho/umbrella
— Cycling helmet (compulsory)
— Strong sunscreen
— Torch/flashlight or headtorch
— Light cotton trousers and lightweight long-sleeve shirt
— Sun hat and sunglasses
— Swimsuit


— A first-aid kit is carried on each trip, but you should bring your own with diarrhoea treatment, painkillers, rehydration sachets, plasters and a blister-treatment kit
— Insect repellent is also highly recommended. Repellent containing DEET is thought to be highly effective
— Large refillable water bottle

There will be plenty of opportunities to get laundry done locally at a very affordable price so fine to pack light. Please remember that you will be expected to cover your legs (to the ankle) and arms (to the elbow) during visits to some temples and palaces.

We believe in reducing our negative environmental impacts wherever possible, this goes for when you need to spend a penny in the great outdoors! If no toilet facilities are available at some of the planned stops or during our ride, there may come a time when you need to go to the loo behind a tree/bush/rock. To avoid leaving toilet paper behind we recommend taking biodegradable dog poo/sandwich bags with you. Once you have done your business you can pop the used toilet roll in here and take it with you to dispose of when there are appropriate facilities available.

— Accommodation: 13 Premium nights (hotels and resorts)
— Nine days of cycling with 95 percent vehicle support
— Generally well-paved roads, with some easy dirt roads in Thailand and Vietnam
— Traffic levels higher near the larger towns, so you should be comfortable riding occasionally in traffic
— Travel by private air-conditioned minibus
— Group normally 4 to 16, plus local leader
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E-bikes available for an additional cost

You will need about US$300-US$370 for meals not included, which will allow you to eat well. Apart from the food, you should allow money to cover drinks (a little more if you like a beer/alcohol) and souvenirs.

On this Premium Adventure, tipping for any local support staff is included, and will be taken care of by your tour leader (or in some cases through our local agent). So need no for any tipping kitty contributions or to make your own tips during the trip.

Our ‘included tips’ will normally cover drivers, local specialist guides, certain hotel staff, and serving staff for included meals. Amounts will be in line with the local standard. Of course, if you wish to make a further tip for some extra special service you may do so.

Tips for the Tour Leader are not included. Whether to tip at all and the amount is entirely at your own discretion, but as a starting point we suggest around US$3-US$6 per person per day for the duration of the trip.

Throughout the tour, we use a private air-conditioned minibus/coach. There are a couple of long driving days on this trip (up to seven hours). Road conditions are sometimes poor, and progress can be slow.

We use different vehicle set-ups in each country, as our vehicles do not cross international borders.

Thailand: We have 100 percent vehicle support. There will be one or two support buses, plus a support truck for the bikes and baggage.
Cambodia: There is 95 percent vehicle support, with vehicles to carry both clients and bikes.
Vietnam: There is 80 percent vehicle support, with vehicles to carry both clients and bikes nearby if needed in the Mekong Delta.

Tet Holiday Period (Vietnamese New Year)

During the Tet holiday period, 28 January to 3 February 2025 and 16-21 February 2026, our itinerary is subject to minor change as, despite booking hotels and trains in advance, rooms and seats are difficult to obtain during this busy festive period when people are travelling home to celebrate with their families. It is unlikely that changes will occur, but if required, suitable alternative premium accommodation will be used.

This Premium Adventure is rated Activity Level 3 (Moderate) and classified Road. For more information on our trip gradings please visit our Activity Level Guidelines page. If you have any queries about the difficulty of the trip please do not hesitate to contact us.

Nine days of cycling
Average daily distance 33mi (54km) per day with 95 percent vehicle support



Terrain and route: The roads are generally well-paved in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam, with some easy dirt roads in Thailand and Vietnam. Conditions will be hot and humid and there are some long days, but there are very few hills. Traffic levels in Southeast Asia are higher near the larger towns, so you should be comfortable riding occasionally in traffic. Though many of the roads are in good condition you should expect potholes and occasional poor road conditions.

In Thailand and Cambodia, the weather is hot and humid year-round. The dry season runs from November to April with the monsoon between May and October. April and October are transition months. The dry season is characterised by hot days and generally clear skies, though you can expect the odd shower. The monsoon is characterised by short bursts of rain and can be a very atmospheric time to travel but an umbrella may be useful.

In Vietnam, the weather patterns are very similar to Cambodia – expect year-round temperatures from 25C to 39C (77F to 102F). The rainy season will normally run from June to September when you should expect short showers, but the sun will normally break through for extended periods.

From the end of March to May, the temperatures become very hot and humid with temperatures into the high 30Cs (around 100F) between Bangkok and Siem Reap as this is the build up to the monsoon season.