Cambodia was the second country I ever visited, and it completely changed the way I saw the world.
It was my first real taste of how wildly different life could be. I walked through temple ruins older than most countries, zipped through chaotic streets full of motorbikes, and literally ran for my life on a pedestrian lane more than once.
It’s also where I started to understand what travel really is: sitting with contrast, holding beauty and hardship at the same time, and realizing just how much I didn’t know.
These guides will take you through the Cambodia that shaped me — from the awe of Angkor to the pulse of Phnom Penh, and all the unforgettable moments in between.
CAMBODIA TRAVEL ESSENTIALS
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Best Time to Go
Nov to Feb | Avoid April because of extreme heat
How Long
1–2 weeks for Phnom Penh and Angkor Wat
Daily Budget
€20–50/day for budget travelers
Getting There
Fly into Phnom Penh (PNH) & Siem Reap (REP)
CAMBODIA visa
Get a 30-day eVisa online or a visa on arrival for $30 USD
CAMBODIA eSIM
Must-have for navigating. $3 off code: GLADIS1238
travel insurance
Strongly recommended for scooter rides or tours.
CAMBODIA Custom Itinerary
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Explore Cambodia’s Historic Cities

A city of contrasts and resilience
Phnom Penh
The gateway to ancient wonders
Siem Reap
- Angkor Wat Small-Group Sunrise or Sunset Tour
- Angkor Temples Bike Tour with Lunch
- Angkor Wat Admission Ticket
- Angkor National Museum Entry Ticket
- Siem Reap City Walking Tour
- Khmer Cooking Class at a Local’s Home
- Evening Food Tour with Local Whisky Tasting
- Authentic Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk
- Floating Village & Kampong Phluk Sunset Tour
- Phare: The Cambodian Circus
