Flights from Kathmandu (KTM) to Cambodia

Discover Cambodia

Discover Cambodia

Why visit Cambodia?
Cambodia offers ancient temple cities, buzzing capitals, and tranquil countryside, all within a compact, welcoming country. You experience layers of history and gentle daily life side by side.

What to expect
You can explore the temple complex of Angkor near Siem Reap, the riverside boulevards of Phnom Penh, and quieter riverside towns and coastal areas. Distances are short, so you can combine several regions in one trip.

Plan your trip
Many travellers pair Cambodia with neighbouring countries in Southeast Asia, using it as a relaxed and affordable base. With flights via Singapore, you can easily add onward journeys across the region.

Top experiences in Cambodia

Explore Angkor Archaeological Park

Spend sunrise or sunset among Angkor Wat, Bayon, and Ta Prohm, discovering centuries of Khmer architecture in the jungle.

Stroll Phnom Penh’s riverside

Walk the lively promenade by the Tonle Sap and Mekong rivers, lined with cafés, pagodas, and colonial-era façades.

Cruise on Tonle Sap Lake

Take a boat trip from Siem Reap to see floating villages, stilt houses, and birdlife on Southeast Asia’s largest freshwater lake.

Unwind on Cambodia’s southern coast

Head to the coastal region for quiet beaches, offshore islands, and a slower pace by the sea.

Cycle through rural villages

Join a cycling tour around Siem Reap or Phnom Penh to pass rice fields, village markets, and everyday countryside scenes.

Discover Cambodia’s contemporary arts

Visit small galleries, craft studios, and performance spaces that showcase the country’s growing creative scene.

Take a sunset river cruise

See Phnom Penh or Siem Reap from the water on a short sunset cruise, with city skylines and riverside life as your backdrop.

Experience Cambodia’s way of life

Getting around
You can travel between Phnom Penh and Siem Reap by domestic flight, road, or bus, with the journey often taking most of a day by land. In the cities, tuk-tuks and taxis are the most convenient ways to move between districts and sights.

Local life & culture
You will notice a relaxed daily rhythm in both Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, with people gathering on riverfronts and in public squares. Traditional arts, such as classical dance and shadow theatre, sit alongside modern cafés and creative spaces.

Where to unwind
In Cambodia, you can relax in leafy city cafés, rooftop bars, or hotel pools after a day of sightseeing. Many visitors also choose quiet riverside or countryside stays for walks, cycling, and time in nature.

A taste of Cambodia

National dishes & specialties
You can try fragrant curries, grilled river fish, and fresh herbs that give Cambodian cuisine its subtle depth. Different regions offer variations, with river fish more common around Tonle Sap and the Mekong.

Casual & modern dining hubs
In Phnom Penh and Siem Reap, you find family-run eateries, street food stalls, and simple noodle shops alongside modern bistros. International flavours sit next to local dishes, making it easy to mix familiar meals with new tastes.

Signature & scenic dining
For memorable meals, you can dine in restored villas, riverside restaurants, or garden settings. Some venues offer set menus inspired by local ingredients, giving you a refined introduction to Cambodian flavours.

Retail therapy in Cambodia

Malls & lifestyle hubs
In Phnom Penh, modern malls and lifestyle centres bring together fashion, electronics, and everyday services in air-conditioned comfort. Siem Reap also has compact shopping complexes near its main tourist areas.

Markets & local crafts
Phnom Penh and Siem Reap both have central markets where you can browse textiles, jewellery, and handmade souvenirs. Smaller towns and craft villages around these cities often specialise in silk, carving, or pottery.

Evening retail scene
In the evenings, market streets and tourist quarters grow livelier, with stalls selling clothes, crafts, and snacks. You can combine shopping with relaxed bar and café stops as you wander.

Best time to visit Cambodia

Dry cool season (peak season): From November to February, temperatures are around 21–30°C (70–86°F) with lower humidity and clearer skies, ideal for temple visits and city walks.

Hot season (shoulder season): From March to May, daytime temperatures often rise to 24–35°C (75–95°F), with strong sun and hazier conditions but fewer crowds at major sights.

Rainy green season (low season): From June to October, expect 24–32°C (75–90°F) with regular showers, especially in the afternoon, greener landscapes, and quieter attractions.

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