After a short transfer from Siem Reap, we collect our bikes and begin cycling along quiet rural dirt roads that wind through lush rice paddies, peaceful villages, and scenic temple landscapes. Along the way, we visit Banteay Srei—also known as the “Citadel of Women”—a remarkable 10th-century temple carved from pink sandstone and famed for its intricate, well-preserved details.

Following our temple visit, we conclude the morning ride and hop into the support vehicles to continue our journey to Kbal Spean, the “River of a Thousand Lingas,” hidden deep in the jungle northeast of Angkor. A short trek through the forest brings us to this unique archaeological site where sacred carvings lie beneath the flowing waters of the river.

After lunch, we travel back to Siem Reap by support vehicle, with a meaningful stop at the Landmine Museum to learn about Cambodia’s past and ongoing efforts for recovery.