Cambodia Itinerary 10 Days: Guide to A Perfect Trip

December 30, 2022 - 2512 views

Millions of tourists visit Cambodia to explore its mysterious and attractive landscape relics. Cambodia gets temples and pagodas with unique architecture famous worldwide with the complex of Angkor monuments. Besides, other sites also attract a large number of tourists. In the article below, BestPrice Travel will share you a suggestion for the Cambodia Itinerary 10 Days.

Day 1: Hello Cambodia!

Welcome to Siem Reap - the first city in Cambodia itinerary 10 days that keeps the most mysterious heritages in the world! Siem Reap International Airport is about 6 km from the city center. You can travel by tuk-tuk or taxi with prices within US$ 8-10.

After a short break, you can have a trip around the city. Thanks to its stunning sunsets, Phnom Bakheng is the most popular must-see in Siem Reap. As one of the world's greatest architectural treasures, you will understand why most filmmakers chose this great location.

Cambodia Itinerary 10 Days

Beautiful sunset in Phnom Bakheng

Phnom Bakheng, the tallest temple in the entire Angkor complex area, was built on the 70-meter-high Bakheng hill in the middle of the late ninth century. Once standing on Phnom Bakheng, you will have the opportunity to admire the beautiful scenery and ancient of the entire Angkor Wat area.

You can see Phnom Krom in the southwest near the Grand Lake, Phnom Bok in the northeast, and Phnom Kulen in the east. It's when you feel like you fall for a completely isolated ancient kingdom.

It will be a significant omission for any visitor if not able to enjoy the Apsara dance show. Just book a slot for yourself!

Day 1: Hello Cambodia

Traditional Apsara dance of Khmer culture

 

Day 2: Visit Angkor Wat and Ancient Angkor Complex

It's time to discover Angkor Wat - the heritage called by UNESCO. This temple has a high value in terms of architecture, archeology, and art. The temple has 398 rooms connected by 1,500m of the corridor. Above are five consecutive towers with three architectural floors.

Day 2: Visit Angkor Wat and Ancient Angkor Complex

Explore Angkor Wat Complex (Credit: dailytravelpill)

Besides the majestic Angkor Wat temple, Angkor Thom is equally mysterious, attracting a large number of visitors when traveling to Cambodia. Angkor Thom - the last significant capital of the Angkor empire, is one of the most ancient places and the pride of the country's people.

Discover Angkor Temple on 10 Days in Cambodia

Discover inside Angkor temple (Credit: backpackingpeople)

Bayon Temple is located in the center of the Angkor Thom complex. There is a sculpture of the face of the god Lokesvara on each tower, symbolizing the divine observation in the four directions of Cambodia.

In the small round area is the ancient temple of Ta Prohm. Visitors will admire the art of nature with the image of branches and roots of old trees intermingling and covering the temple. An extremely mysterious feeling when visiting Little Circuit!

After about an hour of queueing because the area is very crowded, you can tour inside and climb up the stairs to see the temple with a different view.

Ta Prohm jungle temple

Ta Prohm jungle temple

 

Day 3 & 4: Visit Battambang

The next spot in the Cambodia itinerary for 10 days is Battambang. Battambang tourism is an ideal thing for people who love French culture because it appears as a picture of the stark difference between history and modernity. Despite being bustling and joyful, somewhere, people can still be deep with tranquil moments and enchanting landscapes.

Find something new about Battambang lifestyle? Please head to the Provincial Museum, which displays many specimens showing the religious civilization and the artistic diversity of people in the region. Battambang Provincial Museum set in Kamkor village, Svay Por commune, Battambang province.It was founded in 1963 by Madeleine Giteau. It houses a remarkable collection of pottery, statues, and musical instruments.

Day 3 & 4: Visit Battambang

Battambang Provincial Museum (Credit: couldhavestayedhome)

Besides, the temple of Ek Phnom is another site for you. It is a prominent temple in Battambang located behind a 28-meter-high Buddha statue. There are also spiers built on a large courtyard with some quite beautiful stone carvings.

The temple is the place to help visitors learn about the historical period of Cambodia by discovering a forgotten temple. Around the temple are old trees with a wide green canopy that shade and highlight the temple architecture. You can see the surrounding scenery below from the top of the temple.

Wat Ek Phnom - Must see on 10 Days Cambodia Itinerary

Wat Ek Phnom (Credit: Brian Matiash)

Nary's Kitchen Cambodian cooking class from 9:00 to 12:00 is available for those who love food making. The teaching content ensures adequate knowledge, including selecting ingredients, building menus, and food preparation. Significantly, the section Practice will allow you to experience reality by having a trip to a local market.

Battambang Cooking Class

Battambang Cooking Class (Credit: travelbud & movetocambodia)

The bamboo train experience is quite acceptable as you should see the scene of two ships facing each other. The lighter one will carry itself off the track, wait for the other one to pass, and then keep going.

All services will be available in Battambang, so just free yourself to explore every corner of the city.

 

Day 5: Learn About Cambodian Pottery Making

Before returning to Phnom Penh, let's arrive in the peaceful countryside with towering sugar palm trees - Kampong Chhnang. The natural setting is close to rice fields, traditional ceramic villages, or unique stilt houses. The town is located on the Tonle Sap River. Thus, you can see people doing fish farming. It has a large fishing port for tourists to visit as well as experience the life of the fishers.

You can challenge yourself by joining a pottery class in Andong Russey. The quiet Andong Russey village is a pottery area of red clay about 7 km from Kampong Chhnang. The village booths display and introduce sophisticated ceramic products.

In addition, this place is also expected to organize experience activities for visitors. Traditional methods make ceramic products because the used clay is obtained from a local quarry. Tourists can buy ceramic products as meaningful souvenirs.

Day 5: Learn About Cambodian Pottery Making

Cambodian Pottery Class

In the ancient pottery village, visitors will discover many houses with beautiful architecture, which have become attractions and display ceramics. The lecturers will lead you to grasp basic techniques, ensuring the active creation of most products.

 

Day 6: Go Sightseeing in Phnom Penh

While Siem Reap owns the world-famous Angkor Wat, Phnom Penh is no less competitive with the Royal Palace of Cambodia - a place you should visit. The overall palace is very majestic and stately, with exquisite sculptures and carvings. Inside the grounds is not only the working and living place of the Royal Family but also several other buildings.

It would be a big misfortune if you did not visit the Silver Pagoda. This temple has such a name because there are 500-floor tiles made of silver which weigh about 1kg for each item. Besides, Silver Pagoda is also a charming place for Buddhists because it keeps a lot of treasures, which consists of the jade Buddha statue.

Day 6: Go Sightseeing in Phnom Penh

Royal Palace Complex (Credit: Ted McGrath)

Another place is the national museum, with more than 5,000 valuable antiques carefully preserved over the years. The layout of antiques is suitable for each period making it easy for visitors to learn about the history of this country.

Need something to bring back a little Cambodia? Let's go to Psar Thmei by bus, gathering around the Central New Market. There are many goods in both traditional and modern styles for visitors to pick up.

Phnom Penh Central New Market - Highlight of Cambodia Itinerary

Phnom Penh Central New Market

The last stop is Wat Phnom - one of the most important temples in this capital. History has recorded the temple has had a long life since the temple started to be built in 1373. Therefore, this unique work is a historical witness to recognizing the formation and development of Phnom Penh.

Wat Phnom - the most foumust temple in Phnom Penh

Wat Phnom - the most foumust temple in Phnom Penh

 

Day 7, 8, & 9: Enjoy Beach Vacation in Sihanoukville

You will spend the seventh day of the Cambodia itinerary 10 days on the road to Sihanoukville!

The journey covers the beautiful scenery of Phnom Penh, the majesty of green-capped mountains bypassing the hill, and the shores of blue lakes. The car only runs at a speed of 50 km/h, definitely assuring a perfect choice for tourists who love to travel.

So let yourself have a break after a long trip, then prepare for the latter two days. Let's make your day with a trip to the Kbal Chhay waterfall!

About 20 km from the Occheutuel Sea is the famous Kbal Chhay waterfall of the coastal city of Sihanoukville. The waterfall is most beautiful when visitors come here in the rainy season. If you go in a group of 4 - 5 people, you can take a tuk-tuk for about US$ 15.

Day 7, 8, & 9: Enjoy Beach Vacation in Sihanoukville

Kbal Chhay Waterfall

Once coming to Sihanoukville, please take yourself to the beaches! As a peninsula jutting into the Gulf of Thailand, Sihanoukville owns beautiful beaches from South to North surrounding the city, including Victory Beach, Serendipity Beach, and Ochherteal Beach. Because the beaches are arc-shaped, which calms the waves, you can immerse in the deep sea without fear of ocean currents changing direction.

Ochherteal Sea is a beach that retains its original wild beauty and does not seem to be affected by commercialization. The fine white sand in the semicircle shape is up to 3km long, and the clear blue water blends with the deep blue sky.

There are also sailing, kayak, and windsurfing rental services for you to experience on the beach. There are many small fishing villages close to the sea. Thus you can visit to learn about the life of fishers.

Ochherteal Sea - The beautiful beach in Sihanoukville

Ochherteal Sea

Because the coast faces the west, watching the sun slowly sinking into the deep sea is an exciting experience for many people. One of the best places for this moment is The Port of Independence, which has more protrusion to the sea than other areas. You will feel like getting closer to the fiery sun slowly setting in the distance. Thus, Independence Harbor is said to be the most beautiful sunset spot in Sihanoukville.

It is really a pity if you forget to visit Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem islands during your Sihanoukville trip. These islands possess beautiful unspoiled seascapes with crystal clear blue water and smooth white-sand shores. You can experience a night on the island because there are many beautiful resorts. Nothing is more poetic than watching the sunrise and diving to see the corals!

Koh Rong Samloem island - Best attraction on Cambodia Itinerary 10 Days

Koh Rong Samloem island

After a long day dancing on the beach, you will have time for dinner and explore Sihanoukville dazzling in lights! It will not be difficult for you to enjoy the fresh seafood of the port city of Sihanoukville. Along the coast, street vendors or small seafood restaurants with affordable prices but impeccable quality. You can enjoy a seafood BBQ party right on the beach in the evening.

The last day of Sihanoukville will begin with jungle exploration. Sihanoukville is known for its unspoiled nature reserve, Preah Sihanouk National Park, also called Ream, followed by the locals.

Preah Sihanouk National Park will amaze tourists with many landscapes such as tropical forests, mangroves, estuaries, and rivers. Many tour programs are being explored, such as taking a boat on the river, visiting fishing villages, learning about fauna and flora on both sides of the river, walking through the forest, and conquering the top of the mountain.

The Sambar Deer at Preah Sihanouk National Park

The Sambar Deer at Preah Sihanouk National Park

In addition to exploring Ream, visitors can also visit Victory Hill, 60m high, or climb to the top of Sihanouk Mountain, 132m high, to have a panoramic view of the coastal city.

 

Day 10: Return to Phnom Penh for Departure Flight

Here comes the final in 10 days of Cambodia. Although it has only been developed in a few years, the services of Sihanoukville tourism are complete and diverse. Before leaving the city, why don't you wander around and give yourself a little gift? If you make time to get a cup of coffee, you can go to some beverage shops, buddies!

Day 10: Return to Phnom Penh for Departure Flight

Shop for souvenirs to give your loved ones

Above are the shares of BestPrice Travel about the 10-day tour in Cambodia. Hopefully, this article will help you better understand the culture and make your upcoming Cambodia trip to the fullest.

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