Ideal Duration: 5-7 days for main attractions like Angkor Wat; 10-14 days for more extensive exploration
Currency: Cambodian Riel (KHR)
Best Time: November to April (Dry season)
Getting In Cambodia: Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH), Siem Reap International Airport (REP)
Getting Around Cambodia: Tuk-tuks, taxis, buses, rental bikes, and domestic flights for longer distances.
Visa Policy for Indians: E-visa or Visa on Arrival
Visa Policy for Other Nationals: E-visa or Visa on Arrival for many countries
Budget for Food & Drinks (per day in USD): Budget: $5-10
Mid-range: $15-30
Accommodation Cost (per night in USD): Dorm bed: $5-10
Budget: $15-30
Mid-range: $40-80
Luxury: $100 and above
Cambodia is a country steeped in history. In spite of years and years of struggle, the country has emerged today as a nation with an infectious spirit seen in its people and a tourism business that is flourishing. Home of the famous Angkor Wat and numerous other temples, this country is intoxicating in its beauty, to say the least. Apart from the historical and the cultural, Cambodia is also urbane, boasting of beautiful Phnom Penh, its capital, and tonnes of restaurants serving delicious cuisine. Cambodia is an amalgamation of the old and the new and a gentle reminder that the two can indeed co-exist and do it graciously.
The best time to visit Cambodia is from November to March when rainfall is at a minimum. Temperatures are cooler and humidity is also low. However, during this time, the streets of Cambodia remain crowded, and the hotel accommodations are expensive. If you wish to dodge the high prices, yo...
Delicious Food. Old world charm. Temples.
Some dirty street corners. Not much nightlife. Bag snatching.