Cambodia Tours

Cambodia trips are popular because they offer a bit of everything. Brimming with architectural and natural beauty, you won’t get bored of the sights in this country!

The food is phenomenal, and in recent years, it has become easy to pay for meals and other goods, with many street food vendors even allowing you to make QR-code payments.

There’s also plenty of history to discover, from the 12th century history underpinning Angkor Wat to the gut-wrenching Cambodian Genocide in 1975-1979.

One of the most popular and not-to-be-missed spots in Cambodia is, of course, Angkor Wat. This massive temple structure started its life in the 12th century as a Hindu temple city, built by Emperor Suryavarman II. By the close of the century, it had become a Buddhist temple. But it’s deceptive to think of this amazing structure as simply an ancient temple; in fact, it covers an area four times the size of Vatican City and was once the heart of the Khmer Empire.

And your Cambodia trip of a lifetime doesn’t have to stop there. The neighbouring town of Siem Reap is an energetic hub of food-tasting experiences and nightlife. You can visit the nearby floating village of Tonle Sap, a local conservation centre with lots of exciting wildlife, or you can even take a zip-line over the jungle canopy.  

A good Cambodia tour gives you a taste of both rural and city living, so the capital city of Phnom Penh is not to be missed! A laid-back attitude and excellent cuisine served by the waterfront in this exciting city characterise Cambodian urban life, and we have no doubt you’ll enjoy every moment.

Cambodian weather stays on the hotter side all year. The warmest it gets is typically in March and May, when it can hit around 32°C. December and January are cooler but still comfortably warm at 25°C-30°C. The dry season takes place November-April, making it popular with tourists.

Cambodia experiences the monsoon season from May-October. This isn’t to say you shouldn’t travel during this time, though. You can still catch some sunny skies in the mornings before the afternoon rains, and the grass can look particularly green. This makes for some lovely photos.

This really depends on your personal preferences. The dry season is typically more popular with tourists, though some people treasure the quieter experience of the less-busy monsoon season.

Most tourists find the temperatures of December and January quite balanced and enjoy the lower humidity levels.

Consider the heat when packing clothes for your Cambodia holiday. Anything made from natural fabrics, like silk, linen, and cotton, will really help keep you cool.

Mosquitos can be a problem, so in addition to a handy bug repellent, you may prefer to wear lightweight, loose-fitting trousers and sleeved tops to keep the bites at bay.

When you visit any places of worship, you’ll be expected to keep legs and shoulders covered up. With long, loose-fitting trousers or a skirt and a loose-sleeved cotton top, you should be well-prepared.

Although Angkor Wat is no longer a practising temple, you still need to abide by the dress code that applies to religious sites in Cambodia. For outfits that don’t cover the shoulders, you’ll need to have a shrug or jacket handy – please note that they may not allow you in if all you bring is a scarf!

When you fly to Cambodia from London, there’s a flight time of about 14 hours, including one connection. If you are travelling from another part of the UK, of course, the journey time may differ. Have a look on Skyscanner if you’d like to get a clearer idea.