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7-Day Adventure Itinerary for Cambodia in August 2023

  1. Day 1: Siem Reap
    15 minutes (5.1 km) from Siem Reap International Airport

    Take an early morning hot air balloon ride over Angkor Wat, explore the temple complex, and watch the sunset over Phnom Bakheng. After dinner, catch a traditional Apsara dance performance.

  2. Day 2: Battambang
    3 hours (170 km) from Siem Reap

    Visit the bamboo train, explore the bat caves, and take a sunset boat ride on the Sangker River.

  3. Day 3: Koh Ker
    3 hours (130 km) from Battambang

    Visit the remote ruins of Koh Ker, climb to the top of Prasat Thom for stunning views, and relax in the jungle at Beng Mealea temple.

  4. Day 4: Preah Vihear
    2 hours (97 km) from Koh Ker

    Explore the awe-inspiring Preah Vihear temple, hike to the cliff edge for panoramic views, and learn about the temple's history at the onsite museum.

  5. Day 5: Kratie
    5 hours (250 km) from Preah Vihear

    Take a boat tour to spot the rare Irrawaddy dolphins, cycle along the Mekong River, and try the local specialty of grilled Mekong lobster.

  6. Day 6: Mondulkiri
    5 hours (220 km) from Kratie

    Visit the elephant sanctuary, hike to the gorgeous Bou Sra Waterfall, and learn about the indigenous Pnong people at the cultural village.

  7. Day 7: Phnom Penh
    7 hours (370 km) from Mondulkiri

    Visit the Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda, learn about Cambodia's tragic history at the Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, and enjoy the nightlife along the Mekong River.

Recommendations

Consider adding a trip to the beautiful beaches of Sihanoukville or taking a cooking class to learn how to make traditional Khmer dishes. For a side trip, head to the neighboring country of Laos to explore the stunning waterfalls of the Bolaven Plateau.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Angkor Wat (3-4 hours, $37)
  • Apsara dance performance (2 hours, $20)
  • Bamboo train (1-2 hours, $5)
  • Bat caves (1-2 hours, free)
  • Boat ride on the Sangker River (2 hours, $20)
  • Koh Ker (4-5 hours, $10)
  • Irrawaddy dolphin boat tour (3-4 hours, $25)
  • Elephant sanctuary (4-5 hours, $75)
  • Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda (2-3 hours, $10)
  • Killing Fields and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (3-4 hours, $20)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $229 per person
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