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Cambodia Itinerary: 5 Days (2026)

This 5-day Cambodia itinerary covers Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Battambang, Kampot — the sweet spot for a comfortable first visit, day by day with honest costs.

Estimated cost: ₹13,500–₹44,500 (≈ $155–$520) per person for 5 days, excluding international flights.

Best months for this route: Nov – Apr

A day-by-day itinerary covering the best of Cambodia — designed for Indian travellers with honest costs, visa tips, and the right cities in the right order.

5 days Nov – Apr e-Visa required (apply at evisa.gov.kh) or visa on arrival KHR (Riel) / USD

Your Route at a Glance

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Siem Reap

Day 1

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Phnom Penh

Day 2

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Sihanoukville

Day 3

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Battambang

Day 4

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Kampot

Day 5

Day-by-Day Itinerary

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Siem Reap — Day 1
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Siem Reap

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Angkor Gateway

✓Angkor Wat Sunrise — The world's largest religious monument, best seen at dawn when its five towers s…
✓Bayon Temple — A temple within Angkor Thom famous for its 200+ serene stone faces carved into i…
✓Ta Prohm — A jungle-swallowed temple where giant tree roots grow through the stonework, mad…
Nov - Feb USD 35-120/day/day

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Phnom Penh — Day 2
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Phnom Penh

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Royal River Capital

✓Royal Palace — The residence of Cambodia's king, with gleaming pavilions and a throne hall open…
✓Silver Pagoda — A temple within the Royal Palace grounds, named for its floor of over 5,000 silv…
✓Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum — A former Khmer Rouge prison, now a sobering museum documenting one of the 20th c…
Nov - Feb USD 35-110/day/day

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Sihanoukville — Day 3
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Sihanoukville

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Island Ferry Hub

✓Koh Rong — Cambodia's most popular island, with long white beaches, beach bars, and biolumi…
✓Koh Rong Sanloem — A quieter, more laid-back neighbour to Koh Rong, known for calmer water and slow…
✓Otres Beach — The mainland's most relaxed beach strip, lined with low-key beach bars and bouti…
Nov - Apr USD 35-120/day/day

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Battambang — Day 4
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Battambang

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Colonial Cambodia

✓Bamboo Train — A homemade bamboo platform on wheels that glides along old rail tracks through t…
✓Phnom Sampov Bat Caves — A hilltop temple where millions of bats stream out of a cave at dusk in a dramat…
✓Wat Banan — A smaller, quieter Angkorian-era temple on a hill, sometimes called a mini-Angko…
Nov - Feb USD 25-80/day/day

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Kampot — Day 5
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Kampot

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Pepper & River Town

✓Kampot Pepper Farm — Tours of the region's famous pepper plantations, producing peppercorns considere…
✓Bokor National Park — A misty mountain plateau with an abandoned French hill station, a casino ruin, a…
✓Kampot River Cruise — A relaxed sunset boat ride along the Kampot River, sometimes combined with firef…
Nov - Mar USD 25-90/day/day

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Cambodia Itinerary FAQ

How many days do you need in Cambodia?

Most first-time visitors need 5–7 days in Cambodia to see the highlights at a comfortable pace. This 5-day plan covers Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Battambang, Kampot. With more time, slow the pace or add day trips; with less, focus on Siem Reap and skip the longer transfers.

How much does a 5-day Cambodia trip cost from India?

Budget roughly ₹13,500–₹44,500 (about $155–$520) per person for 5 days on the ground in Cambodia — covering accommodation, food, local transport and activities at a budget-to-mid-range level. International flights and visa fees are extra. Travelling in Nov – Apr (peak season) sits at the higher end of that range.

What is the best route for 5 days in Cambodia?

The most efficient 5-day route is Siem Reap (Day 1), then Phnom Penh (Day 2), then Sihanoukville (Day 3), then Battambang (Day 4), then Kampot (Day 5). This order keeps travel legs short and one-directional, so you never backtrack. Each stop's day count matches how much there genuinely is to see — the day-by-day plan below breaks down exactly what to do in each.

Is 5 days enough for Cambodia?

5 days is enough for a focused first look at Cambodia — this plan covers Siem Reap, Phnom Penh, Sihanoukville, Battambang, Kampot without feeling rushed. For the full experience, the 7-day version adds more depth. The best months to do this route are Nov – Apr.