Cambodia is most popularly known for Angkor Wat – an enormous temple complex which dates to the 12th century. But that’s not all the country has to offer. Present-day Cambodia tells a different story with its burgeoning urban architecture contrasting and seamlessly co-existing with its peaceful, green countryside. However, Cambodia’s most prized asset is its resilient people, who, despite enduring harrowing tragedies in the past, never lost their spirit and infectious smile.
11 day / 10 night itinerary
10 day / 9 night itinerary
Visit an isolated Khmer community of three villages built on 10-metres high wooden stilts with about 3,000 inhabitants who farm fish and vegetables on floating platforms. During your visit, your boat will take you through mangrove forests, which have a variety of wildlife, keep an eye out for birds, and the crab-eating macaques! Funds from this tour go directly towards helping the community and improving the lives of the local people who live in this area.
This exclusive immersive experience operated by Discova will help you understand the lives of people living in the Cambodian countryside on Tonle Sap Lake while also learning about the Mekong River's important role in the farming activities of Khmer locals.
Leave the hustle and bustle of Siem Reap and journey through rural Cambodia to the Phnom Kulen National Park. During a short trek through lush jungle scenery from the bottom of Phnom Kulen, learn about the area considered the birthplace of the Khmer Empire. The trek is around six kilometres from the bottom to the waterfall peak and is suitable for most fitness levels. After a morning of exploration take a dip in the cool waters of the waterfall before heading back.
A nature trail with a historical twist, this unique tour will unveil hidden temples and historical sites, while also showcasing amazing views of the nearby landscape.
Capital City: Phnom Penh
Population: 16 million
Language: Khmer
Currency: Cambodia’s official currency is the riel (KHR). The US dollar is its secondary currency. ATMs dispense US dollars, and they are accepted everywhere, as long as they are newer bills in good condition. Small change will be returned in riel, as coins are not used. Prices may be quoted in either dollars or riel. Money can be changed at any bank. Be sure to have riel on hand when travelling to more rural regions, as the Cambodian riel is the primary currency used in the countryside.
Most visitors to Cambodia are eligible for a visa on arrival at Siem Reap or Phnom Penh International Airports as well as at land border crossings between Thailand, Laos, or Vietnam. A tourist visa on arrival is valid for a single entry of 30 days, and a one-time extension is possible. Most nationalities are also eligible to apply for a tourist e-Visa. It may be easiest to apply for a visa ahead of time at a Cambodian embassy outside of the country to avoid any hassle or misunderstanding at the border.
Most ASEAN nationals can stay in Cambodia visa-free for 14 or 30 days. All visa applications require a passport with six months validity and an empty page, as well as two passport photos. As travel policies change regularly, please check the official government website for the latest regulations before visiting.
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