Public speed ferry from Sihanoukville pier to Long Set/Koh Touch — book tickets in advance if possible; schedules vary seasonally (mid‑morning to late afternoon).
Operator picks you up at Long Set/Koh Touch around 1:00pm for an afternoon snorkel trip — confirm pickup the day before; operators also run morning departures if preferred.
Local cooking class that highlights Kampot pepper and seafood — half‑day classes run in the afternoon and include market visits or farm produce, then hands‑on cooking and eating.
Private transfer or minivan to Phnom Penh (approx. 2.5–3 hours); leave early to catch a midday flight to Siem Reap — alternative is an overnight bus but timing is tight for a short trip.
Domestic flight from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap (approx. 1 hour). Book in advance; schedules vary. Flight gets you to Siem Reap with better time for afternoon activities.
Visit Artisans Angkor to see traditional crafts (useful for souvenirs) or the Angkor National Museum for context before temple visits — both open mid‑morning to early evening.
Early departure to reach Angkor Wat for sunrise—Angkor Archaeological Park opens at roughly 5:00am. Buy a 1‑day pass (approx. USD37) at the gate; sunrise is spectacular and worth the early start.
Visit Bayon (Angkor Thom) with its many faces, then Ta Prohm (the 'Tomb Raider' tree‑engulfed temple) — both are must‑see highlights open during park hours (5:00am–6:30pm).
Choose an afternoon temple (Preah Khan, Banteay Srei if time) or a boat trip to Tonle Sap floating villages (check departure times and seasonal availability).