Discover ancient history, impressive temples, beautiful islands and so much money in Cambodia – one of the most popular backpacking destinations in south east Asia.
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Short and long tours are available to book all year round. Longer journeys around Indochina taking in nearby countries like Thailand, Vietnam and Laos in the itinerary are also popular.
Cambodia Travel Guide
Key Facts
Capital: Phnom Penh
Language: Khmer
Currency: Riel
Electricity: 230V
Visas: A tourist visa is granted on arrival to most nationalities.
Dialling Code: +855
Time Zone: (GMT+07:00)
Top Things to Do in Cambodia
Siem Reap
The town of Siem Reap provides a gentle insight into Cambodia’s troubled history and is also the gateway to the majestic Angkor Wat temples – one of the most impressive places you can see in the world.
Explore Angkor Wat
Deep in the heart of an ancient forest the vanished Khmer civilisation lives on, the temples and palaces are situated atmospherically strangled by giant fig trees. With countless temples to climb and walls engraved with tales of war, Angkor Wat can reward days of exploration.
Sightseeing in the Capital
As the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh has a wild west ambiance. But it’s an up-and-coming foodie hub with lots to see and do so you can easily spend a few days here playing tourist. See the royal temples and Khmer Rouge history. Don’t miss the sobering but important Killing Fields outside the city.
Visit Tonle Sap
Sailing down this river and around the lake highlights just how closely Cambodian life is tied to this major waterway. You can take a boat all the way downriver or just cruise around on a day trip.
Other
• From Sihanoukville visit beautiful islands like Koh Rong
• Discover Battambav
• Phnom Kulen National Park