Phnom Penh: Countryside Bike Tour on the Silk Islands

4.9 (225 reviews) Cambodia
Duration4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 10 travelers

Overview

Escape Phnom Penh by local ferry and cycle across the peaceful Silk Islands, passing orchards, markets, monasteries, tofu-skin makers, and family silk-weaving workshops on a relaxed half-day ride.

-Island Adventure: Enjoy a seamless round-trip ferry ride from/return Phnom Penh.
- Scenic Cycling: Cruise past peaceful island orchards, local villages, and a bustling fresh market.
- Cultural Connection: Visit a serene monastery to learn about Buddhist traditions and monastic life.
- Heritage Crafts: Watch local families craft traditional tofu skin and weave authentic Cambodian silk.

Options

Private Tour
Group Tour

What's included

  • Ferry Ticket
  • High-Quality Bike & Safety Helmet
  • Professional, English-Speaking Cycling Guide
  • Refreshing Trail Snacks
  • Drinking Water during sightseeing
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Local guide gratuities / tips
  • Personal expenses
  • Tuk Tuk or vehicle support during cycling

What to expect

  1. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Meet at Areiksart Ferry Port at 7:45am with your camera, sunscreen, and comfortable clothing. After a brief safety introduction and bike fitting, begin your cycling adventure from the ferry departure point and cross the river toward the scenic north of Phnom Penh and the Silk Islands.
  2. 1h
    Upon arriving on the island, cycle through orchards and market gardens while taking in the peaceful rural scenery and local way of life. Stop at a fresh market to see residents selling a colourful variety of vegetables, meat, fish, and fruit, and enjoy a closer look at everyday life in the community. After visiting the fresh market, continue cycling to a Buddhist monastery on the island. There, learn about monastic life, Buddhist practices, and the spiritual traditions that remain an important part of the local community.
  3. Silk Island
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to a local family-run workshop that produces tofu skin, also known as yuba or dried bean curd. Learn how this traditional food is made from the delicate layer that forms on heated soy milk and discover how this family business has been passed down through generations.
  4. Silk Island Community Centre
    45m · Admission ticket not included
    End the tour with a memorable visit to a local family that has preserved the art of silk weaving for generations. Discover each stage of this fascinating craft—from raising silkworms and collecting the silk to spinning, dyeing, and weaving it into beautiful, finished products.
  5. 45m · Admission ticket not included
    Return by ferry to the mainland, arriving back at the same point where the tour began. From there, guests can make their own onward travel arrangements back to Phnom Penh.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Discova Tour Guide will be waiting for you at the Garden at the left hand side of Areiksart Ferry Port at 7:45am

End point

Discova Tour Guide will be waiting for you at the Garden at the left hand side of Areiksart Ferry Port at 7:45am

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress code: comfortable clothes for cycling and current weather conditions
  • Good footwear for cycling—no flip-flops
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Infant seats and tag-a-longs are available on request if confirmed at time of booking
  • Child Seats is available upon request, child seats could accommodate for child's weight 14kg only.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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