Cambodia Travel Guide: Complete Planning + Itinerary (2026)
Cambodia is the Angkor Wat country — world's largest religious monument + Khmer Empire ruins + Mekong River + warm Cambodian people + cheapest SE Asia destination.
When to Visit Cambodia
November-March for cool dry weather. Avoid April-May (40°C+ heat).
How Long Do You Need in Cambodia?
7-10 days for Siem Reap + Phnom Penh + Sihanoukville/Koh Rong.
Top 6 Regions in Cambodia
Siem Reap + Angkor
Angkor Wat sunrise + Ta Prohm (tree temple) + Bayon + 3-day Angkor pass essential.
Phnom Penh
Royal Palace + Killing Fields + Tuol Sleng (S-21) + riverside.
Sihanoukville + Koh Rong
Backpacker beach scene + Koh Rong islands + diving + party hostels.
Battambang
Bamboo train + colonial-era town + countryside cycling.
Kampot + Kep
Pepper plantations + crab market + Bokor Hill Station + quieter beach vibe.
Mondulkiri
Elephant sanctuaries (ethical) + jungle + indigenous Bunong culture.
Best Food in Cambodia
Cambodian food (Khmer cuisine) is mild + fragrant — fish amok, lok lak, num pang sandwiches.
- Fish amok (national dish)
- Lok lak (stir-fried beef)
- Bai sach chrouk (pork over rice)
- Nom banh chok (rice noodle breakfast)
- Khmer red curry
- Sugar palm fruit
Cambodia Trip Costs
Daily spend depends heavily on travel style:
- Budget: 20-35 USD/day
- Mid-range: 40-80 USD/day
- Luxury: 150+ USD/day
Is Cambodia Safe?
Generally safe. Real risks: traffic + landmines in remote areas (stick to marked paths) + petty theft on motorbikes (bag snatching).
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John Morrison is the founder and lead travel writer at Packzup. Over the past decade he has explored destinations across Africa, the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and Oceania — always self-funded, never on a press trip.