Things to do in Cambodia
Discover the temples
Angkor Wat is Cambodia’s most iconic site – and given the hype, you could be forgiven for thinking that’s all there is. But this is just one part of an expansive empire that stretches across Cambodia, including the fortress-like ancient city of Angkor Thom; Beng Melea temple where you can swing on lianas through jungle-clad ruins, and pre-Angkorian Banteay Srei with its pink sandstone.
Dave Tucker, from our supplier The Beyond Tourism Co.:
“Ticking off temples at Angkor Wat is not the only thing to do in Cambodia. Many people treat it as an extension of a trip to Thailand or Vietnam - but take a bit more time – a week at least – and explore the country. Visit the more jungly and undiscovered temples – they’re quieter, less touristy and more atmospheric. They’re much closer to the romantic notion of what these ancient temples should be.”
Our Cambodia Vacations
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See two wonders of the world in just two weeks
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£1768
15 days
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US $1500
9 days
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US $1825
9 days
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Discover Cambodia's unique, ancient and exotic food culture
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US $1290 to US $1465
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Off the beaten track Cambodia - rare temples, fishing ports
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US $1625
12 days
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A comfortable introduction to Cambodia
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US $1088 to US $1465
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Indochina overland vacation
The ultimate discovery of South East Asia
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US $4185 to US $4725
28 days
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Cambodia & Vietnam community cycling vacation
Explore Phnom Penh to Saigon and everything in between
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£1300 to £1370
12 days
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Highlights of Cambodia cultural tour
A private, tailor-made tour of Cambodia
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US $1830
10 days
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Cambodia photography vacation & Angkor temples
Improve your travel photography on tour in Cambodia
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US $3600
10 days
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Classic Cambodia 14 day vacation
-Visit the main highlights of Cambodia
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£4075
14 days
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Indochina tours
An awesome adventure Cambodia Laos Thailand & Vietnam
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US $4275 to US $4845
30 days
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Cambodia & Laos tailor made tour
A soft adventure vacation to discover Cambodia and Laos
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US $3150
13 days
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14 day Cambodia photo tour with a pro travel photographer
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£2645
14 days
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An engaging tour of Cambodia including visits to all the ‘must see’ sights
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£1550
12 days
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Indochina tour, small group
Experience the diversity of Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.
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US $1930 to US $2340
26 days
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Vietnam and Cambodia tour, along the mighty Mekong
Follow the mighty Mekong River from Vietnam into Cambodia
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£1845
14 days
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Mekong Adventure in Laos & Cambodia
The Mekong, one of the world’s greatest rivers
From
US $2500
21 days
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Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City
Thailand to Southern Vietnam via Angkor Wat
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US $892 to US $1155
9 days
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Cambodia budget vacation
Marvel at the incredible Khmer ruins of Angkor Wat
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US $654 to US $769
10 days
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Cycling vacation to Indochina and Angkor Wat
Cross three countries with contrasting recent histories
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US $2525 to US $3345
14 days
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Family tour to Cambodia and Thailand
Family tour: Cambodia and a tropical Thai island
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US $2050
12 days
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Cambodia highlights tour, 7 days
Cambodia highlights in a week - Phnom Penh and Angkor
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£1200
7 days
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Cambodia and Vietnam vacation, Siem Reap to Hanoi
Ancient heritage, vibrant cities & natural beauty
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£2600
13 days
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Cambodia tour, temples and culture
Tailor-Made Cambodia adventure vacation with temple camping
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US $3655
14 days
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Vietnam and Angkor Wat vacation
Cruising in Halong Bay, cooking in Hoi An plus incredible Angkor
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US $2555 to US $2715
14 days
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Cambodia tailor made vacation
Visit Siem Reap, Angkor, Kratie, Phnom Penh & Sihanoukville
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£1800
10 days
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Cambodia vacation, wildlife & culture
A wildlife and culture tailor-made vacation to Cambodia
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US $2495
14 days
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Cambodia tailor made tour, nature & heritage
Cambodian Heritage: Culture, Nature and off-the-beaten track
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US $1466
10 days
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Cambodia and Vietnam budget vacations
Bustling city streets & white-sand beaches
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US $1499 to US $1579
20 days
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Hiking & biking
For decades, many of Cambodia’s more remote and dramatic landscapes have been off limits to hikers thanks to the presence of landmines. But that is changing.
Pathways have been cleared through little-visited national parks, and trekkers can explore the glorious scenery of the Cardamom Mountains, meet the hill tribes of Ratanakiri or hike past the colonial husks beside Bokor National Park. Want to travel further? Rent a bike and pedal between pagodas and ruined palaces.
Get out on
the water
the water
Cambodia’s rivers are a tranquil alternative to its notoriously bumpy roads – and local ferries give the chance to natter to your fellow Khmer passengers.
Whether you sail here from Saigon up the Mekong River, cruise between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap on the Tonle Sap or paddle through the floating villages of the Sangker, the rivers offer an offbeat view of the culture and landscape. Alternatively, set sail on the sea – Cambodia’s coastline may not live up to Thailand’s, but its exquisite desert islands are another story.
Our top Cambodia Vacation
Vietnam and Cambodia 15 day tour, tailor made
See two wonders of the world in just two weeks
From
£1768
15 days
ex flights
Tailor made:
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
Everything is tweak-able, giving you the freedom to build a unique and personal trip for your chosen date. Upgrade your accommodation for all - or just part - of your trip, slow down the pace with few extra nights here and there or add a few more active adventures along the way.
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If you'd like to chat about Cambodia or need help finding a vacation to suit you we're very happy to help.
Stay with the Khmer
Liddy Pleasants, from our supplier Stubborn Mule Travel, shares one of her favourite things to do in Cambodia:
“You can do nice homestays here. At most of them, you’re not literally staying in someone’s house as they’re community-run homestays where the local people have set up five or six guest bungalows in the villages. For me, it wasn’t as cheesy as in other countries where they might have slightly contrived evening dances and folk songs. These are cooperative ventures and nicely done – there are ox cart rides through the village, which kids particularly love, and you can go into the fields and spend the night in a bamboo stilt house. If you’re traveling with kids, it’s a great way for them to get an idea of what it’s like to live in a Cambodian village.”
More about Cambodia
Our Angkor Wat guide has got the low down including: a brief history , how to get there, the best time to visit and even how to pronounce its name...
The best time to visit Cambodia depends on whether you head to Phnom Penh, Siem Reap or the coast as all three regions have a slightly different climate...
Food in Cambodia is a revelation. Fish, curry, pork, and some of the most divine spicey pastes you could hope for; welcome to the world of Khmer cuisine...
Our Cambodia map and highlights page features an interactive map, sample itineraries and driving times to help you choose where you'd like to head to first...
Our Cambodia travel advice includes tips on planning, Phnom Penh, health and safety and finding the world’s best coffee - all from Cambodia experts...
We've packed so much into our Cambodia travel guide that it’s bursting at the Siem Reaps. Read on to find out what we rate, and how to travel like a local...
Traveling in Cambodia with kids is a lot more straightforward than you might think with loads of activities for families and plenty of ideas for things to do...
Cambodia's Killing Fields is one such location. No trip to Cambodia, is complete without visiting the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek, tough as this may be...
The contrasts between urban and rural life, ancient temples shrouded in jungle, and friendly residents, make photography vacations in Cambodia an enticing prospect...
Visiting Vietnam and Cambodia together provides plenty of opportunities to compare and contrast landscapes, the food and the cultural heritage...
Our responsible tourism in Cambodia page is a worthwhile read, with tips on supporting local initiatives, avoiding orphanage tourism and minimising water use...
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Photo credits: [Page banner: Balint Földesi] [Discover the temples 1: Edgardo W. Olivera]
[Discover the temples 2: Edgardo W. Olivera]
[Hiking and biking: Christina Andrada]
[Get out on the water: Benecee]
[Stay with the Khmer: shankar s.]
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