Best Guide to Cambodia Cycling Tours

Are you looking for a Cambodia, Siem Reap cycling tour or perhaps Cambodia cycling tours? Then Global Leisure and Backpacking will be able to provide you with sound and astute information, advice and guidance.

Firstly Angkor Wat in Siem Reap provides you with immense historical, spiritual and natural rejuvenation, giving you total understanding, why the Angkor Wat in Siem Reap is regarded as one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. There is nothing better for exploring these geological diversities and cultural complexities on a bicycle. While you and your partner are on two wheels, you have the freedom to explore what you like, where you like and for how long you would like. 

Why a Cycling Tour in Cambodia?

Partaking in a cycling tour in Cambodia allows you to experience the unique, specific, undefined sense of magic, which is a combination of appreciating the feeling revered by the historical temple complexes, jungle expanses, undisturbed beaches, picturesque country with the many friendly faces. Cambodia is home to one of the most valued and respected sites on the globe, the Angkor Wat. Since the temple complex of Angkor Wat is so highly treasured in Cambodia, it has become their national emblem. You could discover some of the most awe-inspiring remnants in history only to be cherished evermore. The Angkor Wat is most surely comparable to the pyramids of Giza.

Cambodia is now emerging as a top cycling destination. Cambodia cycling tours have grown very rapidly during the past years. It is possible to be pedaling through rice paddies with a breeze puffing through your hair, only to be a mere 15 minutes away from the stifling streets of Phnem Penh. You can casually lock your bike to a post or a tree and explore the tourist attractions at your own leisure. Cycling through Cambodia allows you to see the sights from another vantage point, up close and personal, experiencing the ‘real’, vibrant Cambodia with its people.
 

What to Know Before You Go

Cambodia is a developing country, so there are various traffic signs, road signs, and rules you should be aware of, while on a cycling tour in Cambodia.

It’s a good idea to adhere to some general guidelines for safe cycling in Cambodia: 

1. Preferably always cycle in a group, meaning that you will always be visible.
2. You cannot rely on traffic signs in Cambodia (traffic signs only appear as a guideline, they are not law enforced, like in most countries of the Western World)
3. Be careful of the many motorcyclists
4. Left turn has right of way, as it goes with the traffic flow
5. Use sunscreen; if available wear a cycling helmet and carry some liquid refreshments on route.
6. Abide by the cultural/religious practices, staying clear of any possible infringement of Cambodian customs and laws
7. Keep all valuables out of sight in the front basket or keep valuables safely on your body.
8. Lastly, ride with confidence and most of all enjoy your cycle exploration with Global Leisure and Backpacking, http://www.globaleisures.com/

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