29 days in Cambodia Itinerary

Once a small village in northwest Cambodia, Siem Reap now serves as a gateway to the Angkor region's World Heritage-listed temple and other attractions.

Spend the 4th (Fri) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. There's much more to do: delve into the distant past at Ta Prohm, head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, make a trip to Pub Street, and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For photos, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, read Siem Reap travel itinerary planner.

Bangkok, Thailand to Siem Reap is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in September, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can travel to Phnom Penh.

On the confluence of two major rivers, Phnom Penh occupies a scenic location largely responsible for its nickname the "Charming City." On a trip to Phnom Penh you'll discover one of Asia's most dynamic cities, where the natives live much of their lives outdoors, on the streets, and in the bustling markets filled with scents of spicy foods.

Phnom Penh is known for historic sites, museums, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get engrossed in the history at Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, admire the striking features of Central Market, step into the grandiose world of Royal Palace, and have fun at Cambodia Fire Range.

For traveler tips, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, read our Phnom Penh trip planner.

Traveling by car from Siem Reap to Phnom Penh takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive; or take a bus. In September, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 29°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Fri) so you can drive to Kampot.

The riverside town of Kampot mixes evocative colonial architecture and a wealth of nearby natural highlights.

Venture out of the city with trips to Kep (Kep Beach, Koh Tonsay (Rabbit Island), &more). Spend the 19th (Sat) exploring nature at Bokor National Park. Next up on the itinerary: examine the collection at La Plantation, shake up your sightseeing with a climbing tour, relax in the rural setting at Salt Fields, and look for gifts at The Kampot Pepper Shop.

To find ratings, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Kampot online trip itinerary maker.

Getting from Phnom Penh to Kampot by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Tue) so you can drive to Battambang.

The riverside city of Battambang draws visitors with its easy charm, rich culture, and convenient location close to a number of historical sites.

Battambang is known for nature, nightlife, and classes. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, indulge in some culinary diversions at a local gastronomic tour, view the masterpieces at L'Atelier : Architecture Design, and explore the galleries of HUMAN Gallery - Joseba Etxebarria Photography.

To see traveler tips, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Battambang trip planner.

Drive from Kampot to Battambang in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) so you can travel to Svay Leu.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): contemplate the long history of Beng Mealea and then steep yourself in history at Peung Kom Nuo. On your second day here, admire the sheer force of Phnom Kulen National Park.

For other places to visit, photos, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Svay Leu tour itinerary planning tool.

Drive from Battambang to Svay Leu in 5 hours. Expect a daytime high around 37°C in September, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) early enough to travel back home.