Cambodia Highlights

Temples, the capital, and a lake boat trip. A self-guided plan covering Siem Reap and Phnom Penh in five days.

Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
Est. Budget$45–80/day
PaceModerate
StartsSiem Reap

Day-by-Day Breakdown

1

Angkor Wat Sunrise & Angkor Thom

  • 4:45 AMSunrise at Angkor Wat
  • 9:30 AMAngkor Thom & Bayon Temple
  • 1:00 PMLunch and rest
  • EveningSiem Reap night market

Transport: Tuk-tukDifficulty: Easy

2

Ta Prohm & Tonle Sap Sunset

  • 8:00 AMTa Prohm (jungle-tree ruins)
  • 11:30 AMLunch, rest at hotel
  • 3:30 PMTonle Sap floating village boat tourSee the Floating Village guide for pricing
  • 6:00 PMSunset on the lake

Transport: Tuk-tuk + boatDifficulty: Easy

3

Travel to Phnom Penh

  • 7:30 AMBus or flight to Phnom Penh~6 hrs by bus or ~50 min by air, see Logistics
  • AfternoonCheck in, riverside walk along Sisowath Quay
  • EveningDinner along the riverfront

Transport: Bus or flightDifficulty: Easy

4

Royal Palace & Modern History

  • 8:30 AMRoyal Palace & Silver Pagoda
  • 11:00 AMCentral Market
  • 2:00 PMTuol Sleng Genocide MuseumHeavy but essential Cambodian history, allow time to process
  • 4:30 PMFree time / riverside cafes

Transport: Tuk-tukDifficulty: Easy

5

Choeung Ek & Departure

  • 8:00 AMChoeung Ek Killing Fields
  • 11:30 AMLunch back in the city
  • AfternoonOnward travel or departure

Transport: Tuk-tukDifficulty: Easy

What You'll Need

Book/Arrange Yourself

  • Angkor Archaeological Park pass (1-day is enough for this route)
  • Bus or flight ticket, Siem Reap → Phnom Penh
  • Accommodation: 2 nights Siem Reap, 2 nights Phnom Penh

Not Included in Estimate

  • International flights
  • Dinners
  • Travel insurance