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MOTORCYCLE-TRIPS · CAMBODIA
Cambodia Motorcycle Tour: Offroad Along the Mekong
This 21-day motorcycle tour through Cambodia puts you on an offroad bike and follows the Mekong. As the road network was barely developed after the war years, most stages run along dirt tracks, gravel roads and narrow jungle paths.
How long?
21 Days
When?
Nov 15, 2026
Price
€ 3,599
/ Person
The Journey
Offroad Adventure Cambodia: Along the Mekong on Two Wheels
This motorcycle journey takes you along the Mekong on narrow tracks deep into Cambodia’s jungle. On this three-week offroad tour, you’ll pass Angkor Wat and enjoy a boat trip through the wetlands near Angkor Borei. The route continues along winding trails up to Bokor Mountain. The itinerary is varied and reveals Cambodia’s highlights on routes few travellers ever see.
Key Highlights of the Trip
Key Highlights of the Trip
01
Offroad by the Mekong
01
Offroad by the Mekong
Ride dirt tracks and gravel roads along the Mekong through rural Cambodia.
02
Jungle and river crossings
02
Jungle and river crossings
Narrow trails through dense forest and crossings on simple ferries make for real adventure.
03
Temples of Angkor Wat
03
Temples of Angkor Wat
Visit Angkor Wat, Bayon Temple and the jungle-covered ruins of Ta Prohm.
04
Off the tourist trail
04
Off the tourist trail
Small villages, rice fields and hidden temple towns like Koh Ker reveal authentic Cambodia.
05
21 days Mekong to coast
05
21 days Mekong to coast
From Phnom Penh through the Cardamom Mountains to the Gulf of Thailand, you’ll experience the country’s diversity.
Cambodia
On this motorcycle tour, Cambodia reveals its full diversity to you: off-road tracks along the Mekong, dense jungle, the temples of Angkor Wat and the coastline on the Gulf of Thailand.
Days 1-19
Day 1 & 2: Phnom Penh, arrival and city tour
Your motorcycle tour through Cambodia begins in Phnom Penh, where our multilingual tour guide welcomes you and explains the key details about the bikes, routes and safe riding. On the second day, you get to know your bike and the local traffic on a city tour. You visit the Tuol Sleng Museum and the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, followed by Wat Phnom. In the evening, you unwind at a café by the Mekong. Distance: approx. 30 km.
Phnom Penh → Kratie
Early in the morning, you cross the Mekong by ferry and leave the hustle and bustle of Phnom Penh behind. The first real stage of your motorcycle tour through Cambodia begins on narrow tracks along the river. You stop for lunch in Kampong Cham, then ride through small villages and past the gardens of local residents. After another river crossing, you reach Kratie on the banks of the Mekong. Distance: approx. 225 km.
Kratie → Sen Monorom
Today, the off-road motorcycle tour takes you into the jungle: your destination is Sen Monorom, the capital of Mondulkiri province. The group decides on the exact route together, but you are guaranteed an adventurous ride through the provinces of Mondulkiri and Ratanakiri. First, you follow the renewed NH7 towards Snuol, then ride eastwards along the Vietnamese border. Distance: approx. 225 km.
Jungle, off-road to Bang Lung
One of the most adventurous days: at sunrise, you set off north. The first 100 km are on rough gravel tracks, followed by a network of sandy, muddy and narrow jungle trails. As the support vehicle cannot get through here, you carry tools and spare parts yourself. Finally, you cross the Srepok River on a simple ferry and reach Bang Lung. This stage of the motorcycle tour is demanding but rewarding. Distance: approx. 225 km.
Bang Lung, rest day at the crater lake
Today you can relax or head out exploring. For unwinding, the Yeak Laom, an almost perfectly round crater lake in the heart of the jungle, is ideal. Alternatively, your multilingual tour guide offers an optional motorcycle tour on small tracks, passing villages and plantations, with a detour into Virachey National Park and its untouched nature. Distance: approx. 75 km.
Stung Treng, ride through the mountains
You set off early into the mountains towards Stung Treng. If the water level is low, you ride to Siem Pang and cross the Tonle Kong up to the border with Laos. If the water is too high, you take the newly asphalted Route 78. This route was once part of the Ho Chi Minh Trail and saw heavy fighting during the Vietnam War. In Stung Treng, you will feel the unique atmosphere of this motorcycle tour stop. Distance: approx. 210 km.
Stung Treng → Sra'Em
Today you cross the Mekong again and follow remote tracks upstream. You pass sand caves, rice fields and dense forests, and with a bit of luck, you might spot river dolphins. On lonely gravel roads, you ride through military areas and experience rural Cambodia up close from your motorcycle. After a stop in Choam Ksant, you reach Sra'Em in the evening. Distance: approx. 200 km.
Sra'Em, Preah Vihear and Koh Ker
A cultural highlight: you set off early for the Preah Vihear temple complex, which sits spectacularly on a hill at the Thai border. Away from the crowds, you enjoy the peace and the view across the lowlands. After lunch in Sra'Em, the off-road motorcycle tour takes you along tracks through rice fields and forest southwards to the forgotten temple city of Koh Ker. Distance: approx. 180 km.
Koh Ker → Siem Reap
In the morning, you explore the ruined city of Koh Ker, once the capital of the Khmer Empire, whose temples are hidden in the forest. You then continue your motorcycle tour westwards, on small roads through villages, rice fields and pristine landscapes. After a lunch break, you reach Siem Reap in the afternoon, the gateway to Angkor Wat. Distance: approx. 185 km.
Siem Reap, temples of Angkor Wat
Today, Angkor Wat is on the agenda, a highlight of any motorcycle tour through Cambodia. With your multilingual tour guide, you explore the monumental structures, including the Bayon Temple with its smiling faces and the jungle-clad ruins of Ta Prohm. If you wish, you can experience sunrise over Angkor. The afternoon in Siem Reap is yours to spend as you like.
Questions about the tour itinerary?
Our tour guide is happy to answer any questions about the day-by-day route, stops, and details.
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Siem Reap → Battambang
You ride from Siem Reap to Battambang on a varied route. Instead of the busy National Road 6, you take quiet gravel tracks and experience rural Cambodia on your guided motorcycle tour. Battambang, the country's second largest city, is known for its French colonial architecture along the Sangker River. Depending on your arrival time, you may still take a ride on the famous bamboo train.
Battambang, Cardamom Mountains
Today, your guided motorcycle tour takes you through the Cardamom Mountains, a challenging and scenic stage in western Cambodia. From the plains, the route leads onto ever narrower, bumpier tracks through dense rainforest. This region was once a refuge for the Khmer Rouge and shows you the country at its most original. In the evening, you reach the village of Veal Veng with views of the jungle.
Veal Veng → Koh Kong
The motorcycle journey continues on slippery red clay and through dense forest, especially demanding after rain. You take your time to navigate the tracks safely. After a lunch break, you reach the new tarmac road towards Koh Kong. If time allows, you can cool off in the sea along the way. Koh Kong is beautifully situated on the Gulf of Thailand, perfect for relaxing after a long stage.
Koh Kong → Sre Ambel
You leave the coast of Koh Kong behind, but the adventure continues. On the off-road motorcycle tour, winding coastal roads alternate with narrow jungle trails. The route takes you through dense forests, past waterfalls and along the Gulf of Thailand on the edge of Botum Sakor National Park. Your destination is the remote village of Sre Ambel, set among mangrove forests.
Sre Ambel → Kep National Park
Your motorcycle tour continues along Cambodia's southern coast. You follow the scenic National Road 3 with sea views and take a break in Kampot at lunchtime. In the afternoon, you reach Kep, a laid-back place with French flair and access to the national park. Kep is famous for its fresh crab market.
Kep, rest day by the sea
Today is a free day in Kep for you to spend exactly as you wish. You can relax by the sea, explore Kep National Park or join your multilingual tour guide for an excursion to the charming town of Kampot. After the intense off-road stages, this rest day on the motorcycle tour is ideal for recharging your batteries for the final days.
Kep → Takeo
Today, the tour takes you through the flat, green landscape of southern Cambodia. You ride along small roads through endless rice fields. In Takeo, you park your motorcycle and board a boat: you glide through the wetlands along narrow waterways to the Angkor Borei temple complex, which is only accessible by water. In the evening, you return to Takeo.
Takeo → Phnom Penh return
On the penultimate riding day of the motorcycle tour, you start at a relaxed pace. You ride along small, narrow tracks through the flat southern Cambodian landscape, with rice fields on either side. As you get closer to Phnom Penh, the traffic becomes denser, so the group stays close together. In the afternoon, you reach the hotel and return your motorcycle. The evening by the Mekong is yours to enjoy.
Phnom Penh, departure
Depending on your flight time, you may have time to explore Phnom Penh on your own or simply relax. Your multilingual tour guide will be happy to offer tips. Afterwards, you are transferred to the airport. Your guided motorcycle tour through Cambodia ends, leaving you with lasting impressions of the Mekong, the jungle and the temples.
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PRICE
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€ 3,599
/ person
Price Options
Driver/Base Price
€ 3,599
Additional Options
Passenger
/ Person
€ 3,019
Single room
€ 399
Trip includes
- Transfers to and from the airport
- 20 nights’ accommodation with breakfast
- Rental motorcycle: Honda Baja 250cc or similar
- Support vehicle with local driver and mechanic
- Multilingual tour guide on motorcycle
- Third-party insurance for your rental motorcycle
- Travel security certificate (insolvency protection according to BGB §651r) is mandatory for all OVERCROSS trips.
FAQS
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Which motorcycles are used?
You’ll ride a Honda XR or Kawasaki KLX 150cc as standard. An upgrade to the XR 250cc is available. -
What driving licence do I need?
You need a national motorcycle licence as well as an international driving permit. -
How challenging is the tour?
The tour is suitable for beginners with some experience and for advanced riders. Some offroad stages are quite demanding. -
What equipment is recommended?
You’ll need protective clothing, gloves and sturdy boots. For the mountain regions, we also recommend warm clothing. -
Do I need a visa for Cambodia?
Yes, you need a visa on arrival for Cambodia. -
When is the best time to travel?
The dry season from November to April is ideal. During the rainy season from May to October, offroad tracks can become difficult. -
Can I combine the tour with other trips?
Yes, you can extend the tour or combine it with a journey through Vietnam or Thailand.
OVERCROSS note on itinerary
The above travel description is a non-binding online proposal and does not represent a binding travel itinerary. We expressly reserve the right to make changes to the route, schedule, and accommodations (§ 651d BGB in conjunction with Art. 250 EGBGB). The terms and conditions of OVERCROSS apply.Terms and Conditions of OVERCROSS
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