Cambodia is a country rather than a single city, so this plan pairs Phnom Penh’s history and riverside atmosphere with two days among Siem Reap’s Angkor temples. It keeps each day focused on one area; allow for a short domestic flight between the cities.
Budget
About ៛450,000–៛850,000 per person for listed activities and meals, excluding lodging, international flights, and the Phnom Penh–Siem Reap flight. Add transport between cities and local rides; prices and exchange rates vary.
Best time to visit
November to February is generally cooler and drier. March to May can be very hot; the wet season, roughly June to October, brings lush scenery but heavier showers.
Phnom Penh: Royal Quarter and Riverside
Explore the area, then spend the evening near the Tonlé Sap and Mekong rivers.
Morning
Visit the and Silver Pagoda
Allow around 2 hours to see the palace grounds and Silver Pagoda. From Phnom Penh International Airport, the ride to the palace takes about 40–60 minutes by car, depending on traffic.
About ៛40,000Morning
Walk along the riverfront
Take a relaxed stroll from the palace to the riverside; it is about a 10-minute walk. Stop at for views where the rivers meet.
Afternoon
Explore the
The museum is about a 10-minute walk from and makes a good introduction to Khmer art and history. Check opening hours before you go.
About ៛40,000Evening
Have dinner near the river
Return to , around 10 minutes on foot, for dinner and a riverside sunset. Restaurant prices vary; budget about ៛40,000–៛100,000 for a meal.
About ៛40,000–៛100,000
Siem Reap: Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom
Spend the day among the celebrated temples of Angkor, with a sunrise start and a compact route through the central temple area.
Morning
Watch sunrise at
Leave central Siem Reap about 30–40 minutes before sunrise; the drive to takes roughly 20–30 minutes. A one-day Angkor pass costs US$37, approximately ៛151,700 at ៛4,100 per US$1.
About ៛151,700 for the Angkor passMorning
Explore
From , allow about 15–20 minutes by tuk-tuk to reach Bayon in Angkor Thom. Take time to look closely at the famous carved faces.
About ៛0 with the Angkor passAfternoon
Walk through Ta Prohm
Ta Prohm is around 15–20 minutes from Bayon by tuk-tuk. Its tree-covered ruins are popular, so expect some short waits at photo spots.
About ៛0 with the Angkor passEvening
Stroll and eat on
Return to central Siem Reap from Ta Prohm in about 25–35 minutes by tuk-tuk. and the nearby lanes are lively for dinner; budget around ៛30,000–៛80,000.
About ៛30,000–៛80,000
Siem Reap: Banteay Srei and the Old Market
Pair a quieter countryside temple visit with an easy final afternoon and evening in central Siem Reap.
Morning
Visit Banteay Srei
The temple is about 35–45 km from Siem Reap, usually 60–75 minutes each way by car or tuk-tuk. It is covered by the Angkor pass; arrange your ride in advance.
About ៛0 with the Angkor passAfternoon
Browse the Old Market
Return to central Siem Reap in about 60–75 minutes, then browse the market’s food stalls and craft shops. Prices depend on what you buy.
Evening
Enjoy a traditional performance at
From Psar Chas, take a 5–10-minute tuk-tuk ride or a 15-minute walk to the theatre. Shows and dinner packages vary, so check current schedules and prices when booking.
About ៛80,000–៛200,000
Good to know
Getting between cities
For this itinerary, take a domestic flight from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap after Day 1. Flight schedules and fares change, so book ahead and check baggage rules.
Angkor pass
The one-day pass is priced in US dollars, and the estimated riel amount uses an approximate exchange rate. Bring your passport details when buying a pass, and confirm current ticket prices.
Temple etiquette
Dress modestly at temples, covering shoulders and knees, and wear shoes that are easy to take on and off.
Getting around
Arrange a driver or tuk-tuk for the Angkor temples, especially for sunrise and Banteay Srei. Travel times can change with traffic and weather.