21-Day Cambodia Itinerary for Mixed Travelers on a Mid-range Budget
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
✈️ Arrival Day Phnom PenhBargain hunting paradise for clothes, crafts, and antiques.
Walk along the Mekong at sunset — street food, locals exercising, live music.
🍜 Food tip: Street food tour along the riverside
Day 2
📍 Full Day Phnom PenhThe official residence of the King with dazzling architecture and gardens.
Houses the world's largest collection of Khmer art and artifacts.
The namesake temple of the city, set on a leafy hill in the center.
Taste Phnom Penh's best street food from noodle soup to grilled meats.
🍜 Food tip: Rooftop dining at BKK1
Day 3
📍 Full Day Phnom PenhArt deco dome filled with jewelry, fabrics, and street food stalls.
A sobering memorial museum in a former Khmer Rouge prison.
Continue exploring Phnom Penh.
Trendy cocktail bars and live music in the city's hippest alley.
🍜 Food tip: Num banh chok (Khmer noodles) for breakfast
Day 4
📍 Full Day Phnom PenhA deeply moving memorial to the victims of the Khmer Rouge genocide.
Continue exploring Phnom Penh.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Phnom Penh.
🍜 Food tip: Street food tour along the riverside
Day 5
🚌 Travel Day Phnom Penh → KampotLeave Phnom Penh and travel to Kampot. 3h bus.
Check in and settle into Riverside area near Old Bridge.
Take an evening walk and discover your new area.
🍜 Food tip: First meal in Kampot — try something local!
🚌 Transport: 3h bus
Day 6
📍 Full Day KampotA mountaintop adventure with abandoned buildings, waterfalls, and views.
Tour a famous Kampot pepper plantation and taste fresh peppercorns.
Paddle down the Kampot River as the sun sets over the mountains.
Browse local snacks and handicrafts at Kampot's evening market.
🍜 Food tip: Fresh pepper crab at riverside restaurant
Day 7
📍 Full Day KampotScale limestone cliffs with views over the Kampot countryside.
See the traditional salt harvesting fields outside of town.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Kampot.
🍜 Food tip: Kampot pepper farm lunch
Day 8
📍 Full Day KampotFree morning to wander and discover hidden gems.
Continue exploring Kampot.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Kampot.
🍜 Food tip: French-Khmer fusion dining
Day 9
📍 Full Day KampotFree morning to wander and discover hidden gems.
Continue exploring Kampot.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Kampot.
🍜 Food tip: Fresh pepper crab at riverside restaurant
Day 10
🚌 Travel Day Kampot → Siem ReapLeave Kampot and travel to Siem Reap. Travel from Kampot to Siem Reap.
Check in and settle into Old Market / Pub Street area.
Take an evening walk and discover your new area.
🍜 Food tip: First meal in Siem Reap — try something local!
🚌 Transport: Travel from Kampot to Siem Reap
Day 11
📍 Full Day Siem ReapWatch the sunrise over the world's largest religious monument.
Explore the ancient walled city with its famous smiling stone faces.
The jungle temple made famous by Tomb Raider, with giant tree roots.
Browse night markets and enjoy street food on the famous Pub Street.
🍜 Food tip: Khmer BBQ experience
Day 12
📍 Full Day Siem ReapCycle through the temple complex at your own pace.
A bustling market perfect for souvenirs, spices, and local snacks.
Visit floating communities on Southeast Asia's largest freshwater lake.
World-class Cambodian circus combining acrobatics, music, and storytelling.
🍜 Food tip: Try amok fish at a local restaurant
Day 13
📍 Full Day Siem ReapThe "Citadel of Women" — a pink sandstone temple with intricate carvings.
Learn to cook classic Khmer dishes like amok and lok lak.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Siem Reap.
🍜 Food tip: Street food at Old Market
Day 14
🚌 Travel Day Siem Reap → KepLeave Siem Reap and travel to Kep. Travel from Siem Reap to Kep.
Check in and settle into Near Crab Market / beachfront.
Take an evening walk and discover your new area.
🍜 Food tip: First meal in Kep — try something local!
🚌 Transport: Travel from Siem Reap to Kep
Day 15
📍 Full Day KepShort jungle hikes with views over the coast and Rabbit Island.
Take a short boat to a sleepy island with hammocks and clear water.
Feast on fresh Kampot pepper crab at the famous seaside market.
Relax on the promenade and watch the sun set over the gulf.
🍜 Food tip: Famous Kep crab at the Crab Market
Day 16
📍 Full Day KepFree morning to wander and discover hidden gems.
Continue exploring Kep.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Kep.
🍜 Food tip: Fresh seafood by the beach
Day 17
📍 Full Day KepFree morning to wander and discover hidden gems.
Continue exploring Kep.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Kep.
🍜 Food tip: Sunset dinner at a seaside restaurant
Day 18
🚌 Travel Day Kep → SihanoukvilleLeave Kep and travel to Sihanoukville. Travel from Kep to Sihanoukville.
Check in and settle into Otres Beach area.
Take an evening walk and discover your new area.
🍜 Food tip: First meal in Sihanoukville — try something local!
🚌 Transport: Travel from Kep to Sihanoukville
Day 19
📍 Full Day SihanoukvilleA more relaxed stretch of beach popular with backpackers.
Visit multiple islands with snorkeling stops and beach BBQs.
A popular local waterfall just outside the city.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Sihanoukville.
🍜 Food tip: Fresh fruit shakes at the market
Day 20
📍 Full Day SihanoukvilleFree morning to wander and discover hidden gems.
Continue exploring Sihanoukville.
Enjoy local cuisine and the evening atmosphere of Sihanoukville.
🍜 Food tip: Beach bar dinner
Day 21
✈️ Departure SihanoukvillePick up souvenirs and enjoy a final meal in Sihanoukville.
Head to the airport or bus station.
🍜 Food tip: Seafood BBQ at Otres Beach
Where to Stay
Estimated Trip Cost
$56–$114
Per day
21 days
Trip length
$1176–$2394
Total estimate
Budget Breakdown
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Best Time for This Trip
Dry Season (Nov–Apr)
Best overall conditions. Clear skies, comfortable temperatures (25–32°C). Peak tourist season with higher prices Dec–Feb.
Rainy Season (May–Oct)
Afternoon showers, lush green landscapes. Lower prices and fewer crowds. Mornings are usually clear for sightseeing.
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