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Cambodia Travel Guide
Cambodia tour packages cover the temples of Angkor from Siem Reap — Angkor Wat at sunrise, the faces of the Bayon, Ta Prohm and Banteay Srei — the floating villages of the Tonle Sap lake, and the capital, Phnom Penh; one itinerary combines Angkor with Ho Chi Minh City in Vietnam. Our itineraries run 4 to 7 days and are land only, with standard / 3-star hotels and breakfast; flights and visas are quoted separately.
By Holiday Guru Travel · Updated 8 Oct 2026
In short: Angkor, jungle temples, life on the lake and history. Angkor Wat and hundreds of other Khmer temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. November to March, the cool dry season, is the best time to visit Cambodia.
Cambodia quick facts
- Trip length
- 4–7 days (3 itineraries)
- Best time
- November to March, the cool dry season, is the best time to visit Cambodia.
- Key places
- Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and the Bayon, Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei, Tonle Sap, Phnom Penh
- Tours start in
- Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City
- Hotels
- Standard / 3-star equivalent on all 3 itineraries
- Meal plans
- Breakfast on all 3 itineraries
- Suits
- History lovers, Couples, Combined trips
Best places to visit in Cambodia
Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and the Bayon, Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei and Tonle Sap are the places our Cambodia itineraries are built around.
Angkor Wat
The largest temple of Angkor, best at sunrise.
Angkor Thom and the Bayon
The walled royal city with the giant stone faces of the Bayon.
Ta Prohm
A temple left to the jungle, with roots over its walls.
Banteay Srei
A small temple of fine carving in pink sandstone.
Tonle Sap
A great lake with floating villages near Siem Reap.
Phnom Penh
The capital, with the Royal Palace, Silver Pagoda and National Museum.
Things to do
- Watch sunrise over Angkor Wat
- See the stone faces of the Bayon
- Explore the jungle temple of Ta Prohm
- Take a boat to a floating village on the Tonle Sap
- Visit the Royal Palace in Phnom Penh
How many days do you need?
Four days covers Siem Reap and the main temples of Angkor; six days adds Phnom Penh; seven days combines Angkor with Ho Chi Minh City.
| Trip length | What it covers | Our itinerary |
|---|---|---|
| 4 days | Siem Reap and Angkor | Siem Reap and the Temples of Angkor |
| 6 days | Siem Reap and Phnom Penh | Siem Reap and Phnom Penh |
| 7 days | Ho Chi Minh City and Angkor | Vietnam and Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City and Angkor |
Best time to visit Cambodia
November to March, the cool dry season, is the best time to visit Cambodia.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| November – March | Cool and dry | The best weather for the temples; the busiest time. |
| April – May | Hot | Very hot; start the temples early. |
| June – October | Rainy | Green, quieter temples and lower prices; the Tonle Sap is at its highest. |
Suggested Cambodia routes
Routes from our own Cambodia itineraries, by trip length.
- 3 Nights / 4 Days: Siem Reap → Angkor Wat → Angkor Thom → Tonle Sap — Siem Reap and the Temples of Angkor
- 5 Nights / 6 Days: Siem Reap → Phnom Penh — Siem Reap and Phnom Penh
- 6 Nights / 7 Days: Ho Chi Minh City → Siem Reap — Vietnam and Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City and Angkor
Things to consider
Getting there and around: Packages are land only: airport transfers and sightseeing as specified; Siem Reap to Phnom Penh is by road. Flights from India and between countries are quoted separately. The Angkor Pass and boat trips are paid locally.
Where you stay: Standard / 3-star equivalent hotels with breakfast, as listed on each package.
- Temples need covered shoulders and knees.
- Start the temples early to avoid the midday heat.
- Visa rules for Indian passport holders change; we confirm them when you book.
Cambodia travel questions
What is Cambodia known for?
Angkor, jungle temples, life on the lake and history. Angkor Wat and hundreds of other Khmer temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
How many days should I spend in Cambodia?
Four days covers Siem Reap and the main temples of Angkor; six days adds Phnom Penh; seven days combines Angkor with Ho Chi Minh City. Our Cambodia itineraries run 4–7 days.
What is the best time to visit Cambodia?
November to March, the cool dry season, is the best time to visit Cambodia.
Which places should I include in a Cambodia trip?
Angkor Wat, Angkor Thom and the Bayon, Ta Prohm, Banteay Srei, Tonle Sap and Phnom Penh. Angkor Wat: The largest temple of Angkor, best at sunrise.
Which Holiday Guru Travel packages cover Cambodia?
3 itineraries: Siem Reap and the Temples of Angkor (3 Nights / 4 Days); Siem Reap and Phnom Penh (5 Nights / 6 Days); Vietnam and Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City and Angkor (6 Nights / 7 Days).
Can a Cambodia itinerary be customised?
Yes. Any of our Cambodia itineraries can be changed — add or remove nights, change the hotel category or add sightseeing. Tell us what you need and we send a quote for your dates.
Cambodia holiday packages
All 3 Holiday Guru Travel itineraries for Cambodia, shortest first. Each can be customised.
| Package ID | Package | Duration | Route |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0306 | Siem Reap and the Temples of Angkor | 3 Nights / 4 Days | Siem Reap → Angkor Wat → Angkor Thom → Tonle Sap |
| 0307 | Siem Reap and Phnom Penh | 5 Nights / 6 Days | Siem Reap → Phnom Penh |
| 0308 | Vietnam and Cambodia: Ho Chi Minh City and Angkor | 6 Nights / 7 Days | Ho Chi Minh City → Siem Reap |