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๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ญ Cambodia travel guide

Home to Angkor Wat, the world's largest religious monument, and a nation of remarkable resilient heritage.

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Capital
Phnom Penh
Continent
Asia
Population
17M
Languages
Khmer
Currency
Cambodian Riel แŸ›
Time zone
UTC+7 (ICT)
Area
181,035 kmยฒ

Top places to visit in Cambodia

5-day Cambodia itinerary

  1. Day 1: Phnom Penh arrival

    Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda, riverside promenade.

  2. Day 2: Angkor Wat sunrise

    Iconic temple at dawn, bas-reliefs, moat reflection.

  3. Day 3: Angkor Thom

    Bayon stone faces, Elephant Terrace, Ta Prohm jungle temple.

  4. Day 4: Koh Rong Island

    Turquoise waters, bioluminescent plankton, beach relaxation.

  5. Day 5: Departure

    Last amok fish curry, silk scarf shopping, farewell.

How much does it cost to travel in Cambodia?

Travel styleEstimated cost
Budget$25/day
Mid-range$60/day
Luxury$180/day
Round-trip flight$600

Rough estimates in US dollars. Prices vary by season and departure city.

Useful phrases for Cambodia

EnglishLocalPronunciation
HelloแžŸแžฝแžŸแŸ’แžแžธ (Suostei)Suostei
Thank youแžขแžšแž‚แžปแžŽ (Orkun)Orkun
Goodbyeแž›แžถแž แžพแž™Lea haey
How much?แžแž˜แŸ’แž›แŸƒแž”แŸ‰แžปแž“แŸ’แž˜แžถแž“?Tamnai ponman?

What Cambodia is known for

Angkor Wat ยท Khmer Empire ยท Apsara dance ยท Amok fish curry ยท Silk weaving ยท Landmine history

A strong choice if you enjoy food, nature, culture, history and water activities.

Cambodia travel FAQ

How much does a trip to Cambodia cost per day?

Our estimate is around $25/day on a budget, $60/day mid-range and $180/day for luxury travel, not including international flights.

How many days do you need in Cambodia?

This guide's route covers 5 days: Phnom Penh arrival, Angkor Wat sunrise, Angkor Thom, Koh Rong Island and Departure.

What are the top things to see in Cambodia?

Highlights include Angkor Wat, Siem Reap, Bayon Temple, Koh Rong Island and Tonle Sap Lake.

What language and currency are used in Cambodia?

Languages: Khmer. Currency: Cambodian Riel แŸ›.

Check your government's travel advice and entry requirements before you book.

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