January 2017 | 67
VIETNAM TO CAMBODIA
Join us on this cycling charity challenge as we bike from Vietnam to Cambodia !
This breathtaking charity bike ride is one of the best in the world of fundraising events and will take us from Vietnam ’ s Ho Chi Minh City ( Saigon ) to the ancient temples of Angkor Wat in Cambodia . Upon arrival , we ’ ll have time to explore the fascinating city of Saigon – the heart of Vietnam – before we commence with our charity challenge .
Our 400km charity cycle route will take us through many traditional Vietnamese villages , following gorgeous streams and rivers , passing paddy fields and adjacent to stunning mountains . Few locals will have seen foreigners cycling past , and their interest and hospitality will spur on even the most tired cyclist .
We then cross the border into Cambodia and push on to the world famous temple site of Angkor Wat – arguably one of most fascinating wonders of the world ! Built from 879 - 1191AD by the Khmer civilisation , Ankgor Wat represents one of mankind ' s most astonishing architectural achievements and is certainly the jewel in Cambodia ’ s crown .
Two fascinating countries – one awesome charity challenge . Join us today on this magical cycle for charity and experience South East Asia at its best !
YOUR ITINERARY
Day 1 – We depart the UK for our overnight flight to Ho Chi Minh City
Day 2 – We arrive Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to our hotel . Rest of day is free to refresh and to prepare for our challenge
Day 3 – Cycle Ho Chi Minh City to Tra Vinh , via Ben Tre . Distance 52 km
Day 4 – Cycle Tra Vinh to Can Tho and witness many traditional Khmer homes . Distance 80km
Day 5 – Cycle Can Tho to Long Xuyen , than transfer to Chau Doc . Distance cycled 95km
Day 6 – Boat journey from Chau Doc to Phnom Penh . Optional excursion to visit the infamous Killing Fields of Cambodia .
Day 7 – Phnom Penh to Kampong Thom via the breathtaking Udong Mountain . Distance cycled 89km
Day 8 – Kampong Thom to Siem Reap . Distance 60km
Day 9 – Free day to explore the magnificent temples and structures of Angkor Wat . Celebratory dinner this evening
Day 10 – Transfer to Siem Reap airport for flight to UK . Day 11 – Arrive UK Date : 11 / 11 / 2017 - 21 / 11 / 2017
Deposit : £ 399.00 Sponsorship : £ 3000.00
MORE DETAILS OR TO SIGN UP email pete . revell @ kidneynkf . com or call 01263 722287