Silk Island at Twilight Cycle Encounter
Overview
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5 hours
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A great afternoon cycling trip to silk island from Phnom Penh via ferry.
It was a very eye opening experience to see traditional life in the countryside, spend time away from the city in a very enjoyable and relaxing way and get to ride your bike on the cycle track alongside the river, across the villages, temples and plantations. Throughout this cycling journey we also have a chance to connect with a local artisant when we visit the traditional silk weaving workshop and experience with friendly local people, kinds and enjoy tropical fruit and water.
A final, we cycle through silk island and learn more about religion in Cambodia when we visit Buddha temple and explore the island when the sun goes down and then we take a tuk tuk back to Phnom Penh.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Hotel pick up & optional drop off at the riverside of Phnom Penh or at the hotel
Snacks & a purified drinking water
Ferry crossing fees
English speaking cycle guide and option to request other speaking guide
Cannondale mountain bike & helmet
Miscellaneous personal expenses and tips
Travel insurance
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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What To Expect
A Pick up time: We start to collect the participants from 2pm. Then we have a short transfer to the meeting point at Areyksat ferry dock which is located near Koh Pich island. Upon the arrival, we saddle up our bike and try to ride around to test the bike then we have a brief of tour before take a ferry crossing the river. Cycle to the traditional silk weaving workshop We ride on the cycle track alongside the river, across the villages, temples and plantations. Throughout this cycling journey we also have a chance to connect with a local artisan when we visit the traditional silk weaving workshop and experience with friendly local people, kinds and enjoy tropical fruit and water. Silk Island at Twilight and back to Phnom Penh We continued our bike ride through villages, local markets and got another ferry crossing the Mekong river to silk island. It was a beautiful island where you'll experience the local farmland like ginger and corn as long as we visit the Buddha temple to learn more about religion in Cambodia before we explore that island until the sun goes down. A final, we get other ferry again and get on our tuk tuk back to hotel or drop you off at touristic area.
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Silk Island at Twilight Cycle Encounter
Pickup included
Reviews
8 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Epic Solo Adventure
SaraJanayBee,
Jun 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the best trip ever! Riding the ferry across the river was its own adventure and getting to Silk Island was great. The bikes are excellent and riding through the island felt amazing. I am a curvy gal, and they accommodated me with a larger saddle on the bike. Quality of the bike was great and the tour guide provided quick instruction on the gears and signals he would use along the route. Silk Island gets its name from local tourists - and you will see lots of folks hard at work producing silk scarves on automated machines. You will hear the sounds of the machines before you get there. The scenery was unreal. It was so beautiful, lots of beautiful crops, gorgeous homes and tons of smiling faces. Towards the end of my ride it absolutely poured on us, but that didn't stop the fun. Be prepared during the rainy season to get a little wet. My guide grabbed a rain cover for me and we were on our way in no time. The rain made it all the more exciting. I was really grateful for the helmet visor that kept the rain (mostly) out of my face on the way back. This was an 11/10 experience as a solo rider.
Beautiful moments besides the busy town
Ludger B,
Feb 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of fantastic impressions besides the daily Phnom Phnrm. Beautiful scenery and interesting rides mith local ferries. Really good bikes. And, of cause most important a very very nice guide, Mr. Samoeoun (I hope its correct). Explained so.many things yo me and took good care
Must do
Farzad A,
Dec 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00This bike tour was an incredible adventure! The scenery was breathtaking, the guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and the organization was top-notch. The route was perfectly planned, and the included stops for refreshments were a delightful touch. The terrain is flat all the way, which made it pretty easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Awesome experience
972farzada,
Dec 24, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This bike tour was an incredible adventure! The scenery was breathtaking, the guide was knowledgeable and friendly, and the organization was top-notch. The route was perfectly planned, and the included stops for refreshments were a delightful touch. The terrain is flat all the way, which made it pretty easy and enjoyable. Highly recommend!
Must do
Angela B,
Sep 29, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Wow, what can I say. This excursion was the highlight of my stay in Phnom Penh. My guide was punctual and extremely nice. I learned a lot from him. We stopped at a silk farm and it was great. I got so many souvenirs at a price that you can’t get silk back in the states. Plus learning about the silk making process was fun. I knew a lot went into the process but I have a better appreciation for it after experiencing this tour. The bike ride through the countryside was beautiful and humbling at the same time. Honestly, I think my favorite part of it all was seeing how happy the children were when they saw us. Watching the sunset go down as we finished up biking was also great. I couldn’t get enough pictures— one of the best sunsets I’ve experienced in a long time. The ride did start off hot so being hydrated and having sun protection is a must. They will include water but if you’re like me and sweat a lot, just do yourself a favor and drink as much as you can before hand. It did cool off dramatically as the sun went down.
Fun experience
Andy G,
Feb 26, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun experience. Bikes were good quality, and excellent guide. Very relaxing and peaceful afternoon out.
LOVED this tour! :)
Diana C,
Feb 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00I don't bike very frequently, so I was not expecting to have as much fun on this tour as I did, but it ended up being one of my favorite days in Cambodia! I cannot recommend this tour enough! Silk Island by bike is a GREAT day trip if you need something to do while in Phnom Penh.
Chill & peaceful ride
Luc P,
Jan 25, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Chill and peaceful ride along the silk and Mekong island. The guide is professional and he likes to share information.
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