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Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

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The classic Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap overland route is one of Southeast Asia's most popular backpacker trails, connecting Vietnam's buzzing southern metropolis with Cambodia's gateway to the ancient Khmer temples of Angkor. Starting in Ho Chi Minh City — a city famed for its war history, street food, and relentless energy — travellers head northwest through the Mekong Delta before crossing into Cambodia. The journey typically passes through Phnom Penh or directly to Siem Reap, ending at the doorstep of Angkor Wat, one of the world's most extraordinary archaeological sites. The route suits independent travellers and groups looking to combine urban culture, river landscapes, and UNESCO World Heritage history in a single trip.

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Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap · 10 days

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Self-Launched Cycle Indochina: Ho Chi Minh City to Siem Reap

Ditch the guided group and saddle up independently on this 10-day self-launched cycling adventure from Ho Chi Minh City through the Mekong Delta and into Cambodia, finishing at the legendary temples of Angkor Wat. You'll rent your own bike, hop on local buses and ferries, stay in budget guesthouses and a family homestay, and explore Cu Chi Tunnels, floating markets, Phnom Penh, Oudong Mountain, Tonle Sap Lake, and Angkor Wat at your own pace. Same incredible route, same experiences — a fraction of the cost.

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