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Angkor to the Cambodian Coast — a 6-Day Plan You Can Actually Drive
The 6-day version for December: every day fits real transit, opening hours and daylight. Prefer more or fewer days? 5-day plan · 6-day plan · 8-day plan · best time to go.
6
days
453 km
distance
8.2 h
driving
40
curated stops
💡 Good to know for this plan
- Cool, dry season: sunrise at Angkor without the steam-room air, and Kampot's river at its calmest.
Day 1 Siem Reap → Battambang
🌡 12.4–36.4°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 11.2h light
09:00
Angkor Pottery Centerhistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
Feel the clay shaping under your hands in a friendly workshop.
90 min · Siem Reap · US$7-20
open: Daily 08:00-17:00
10:30
Wat Damnakhistory & sagasswimming & bathsmuseums & heritage
Relax amidst landscaped stupas, a decorative pool, and a quiet school.
50 min · Siem Reap
11:20
Angkor Photography Festival: Photography for Changehistory & sagasmuseums & heritagelocal & traditional
See stunning outdoor projections and exhibitions by international photographers.
90 min · Siem Reap
12:50
Common Grounds Restaurantcoffee & bakeslocal & traditional
Relish Western and Asian dishes supporting local humanitarian projects.
60 min · Siem Reap · US$5-10
open: M-Sa 07:00-20:00
16:10
Battambang Provincial Museumhistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Explore a small but impressive collection of Khmer artifacts and temple pieces.
50 min · Battambang · US$1
open: Tu-Su 08:00-17:30; closed Monday
17:00
Lok Ta Dambong Kra Nhounghistory & sagas
View the famous statue of an ancient Khmer King holding a rebellion-quelling stick.
50 min · Battambang
18:30
Pomme Hostel, Bar & Restauranthistory & sagascraft beer & pubs
Enjoy inventive Khmer-French fusion dishes in a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
75 min · Battambang
open: 07:00-22:00
Overnight: Battambang
e.g. La Villa · Phka Villa Hotel/Resort
Day 2 Around Battambang
🌡 12.4–36.4°C · 🌧 ~1 rain days · ☀ 11.2h light
09:00
Phnom Sampeuhistory & sagas
Climb a hill to see killing caves, Buddhist statues, and stupas atop.
50 min · Battambang · US$3
09:50
Wat Bananhistory & sagas
Ascend impressive stairs to a dilapidated Angkor-style temple in use as a shrine.
50 min · Battambang
10:40
Wat Ek Phnomhistory & sagas
Discover an Angkor-type temple ruin and a giant Buddha statue near small rivers.
50 min · Battambang
11:30
Wat Samrong Knonghistory & sagas
Visit an eerie old pagoda used as a prison, now with a new building and memorial.
50 min · Battambang
12:20
Wat Baydamramhistory & sagas
Observe hundreds of fruit bats living in trees protected by Buddhist monks.
50 min · Battambang
13:10
Green Orange Kayaklocal & traditional
Glide along serene waters, passing bamboo houses and riverside terraces.
90 min · Battambang · US$12
14:40
Cafe Edencoffee & bakes
Relish Western and Asian comfort food by the tranquil riverfront.
60 min · Battambang
open: W-M 07:30-21:00
Overnight: Battambang
e.g. La Villa · Phka Villa Hotel/Resort
Day 3 Phnom Penh
🌡 16.1–37.0°C · 🌧 ~4 rain days · ☀ 11.3h light
12:49
The National Museum of Cambodiahistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Discover Cambodia's golden age through exquisite art and statues.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$10, youth US$5
open: Daily 08:00-17:00, last admission 16:30
13:39
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21 Prison)history & sagasmuseums & heritage
Reflect on a somber history in this converted prison.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$5 entrance, US$5 for audio tour or gu
open: 08:00-17:00
14:29
Sosoro Museumhistory & sagasmuseums & heritage
Discover Cambodia's monetary past through engaging multimedia exhibits.
50 min · Phnom Penh · Adult 20,000 riel, 32,000 riel with audi
open: Tu-Su 09:00-18:00
15:19
Meta Housecraft beer & pubsmuseums & heritage
Enjoy diverse films under open skies at this cultural hub.
90 min · Phnom Penh
16:49
The Royal Palace and Silver Pagodahistory & sagas
Marvel at dazzling gardens and colorful palace tiles.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$10
open: 08:00-10:00 & 14:00-17:00
18:30
Cloud9 Skybarcraft beer & pubslocal & traditional
Chill with creative cocktails, cool beats, and spectacular city views.
75 min · Phnom Penh
Overnight: Phnom Penh
e.g. Mad Monkey Hostel · The Lone Star Saloon Bar and Guesthouse
Day 4 Around Phnom Penh
🌡 16.1–37.0°C · 🌧 ~4 rain days · ☀ 11.3h light
09:00
The Killing Fields of Choeung Ekhistory & sagas
Pay respects at the site marked by a stupa of skulls.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$6, including audio tour (not sold sep
open: 07:30-17:30
09:50
Wat Phnomhistory & sagas
Feel the serene atmosphere amidst historic stones and bustling pilgrims.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$1 for foreigners
open: 07:00-18:30
10:40
Phnom Tamao Zoological Park and Wildlife Rescue Center (PTWRC)museums & heritage
Meet rescued sun bears and tigers in a spacious, caring environment.
50 min · Phnom Penh
open: Daily 08:00-17:00
11:30
Independence and Liberation Memorialsmuseums & heritage
Admire impressive memorials under evening lights.
50 min · Phnom Penh
12:20
Cybercity 8coffee & bakes
Surf fast fiber optic speeds any time of day.
50 min · Phnom Penh · US$0.50/hr
open: 24/7
13:10
Thunder Ranch Shooting Rangehistory & sagas
Experience the adrenaline rush firing weapons at paper targets.
90 min · Phnom Penh · Pistol US$20; AK-47 (30 rounds) US$40; r
14:40
Java Creative Cafe Toul Tom Poungmuseums & heritagecoffee & bakes
Relax with soups and salads in a cozy cafe overlooking the Independence Monument.
60 min · Phnom Penh
Overnight: Phnom Penh
e.g. Mad Monkey Hostel · The Lone Star Saloon Bar and Guesthouse
Day 5 Kampot
🌡 18.1–32.8°C · 🌧 ~6 rain days · ☀ 11.4h light
11:05
SUP Asiaswimming & bathscoffee & bakes
Stand up paddleboarding and kayaking in calm waters.
90 min · Kampot
open: 07:00-19:00
12:35
Kampot Mangroveshistory & sagaslocal & traditional
Serene boat rides through lush mangroves and tranquil rivers.
50 min · Kampot
13:25
Teuk Chhouuswimming & bathscoffee & bakes
Refreshing rapids perfect for swimming and tubing.
50 min · Kampot
14:15
Durian plantationslocal & traditional
Expansive groves filled with exotic durian trees.
50 min · Kampot
15:05
Minigolfcraft beer & pubs
Challenging mini-golf holes with a refreshing beer nearby.
90 min · Kampot
16:35
Epic Arts Cafecoffee & bakeslocal & traditional
Modern café dishes and supportive community vibes.
60 min · Kampot · $4-6 mains
open: Breakfast until 18:00
Day 6 Around Kampot
🌡 18.1–32.8°C · 🌧 ~6 rain days · ☀ 11.4h light
09:00
Petanquecraft beer & pubs
Enjoy a game of petanque with a cool drink under the lights.
90 min · Kampot
10:30
Bokor Mountain
Haunting ruins of a French hill station amidst lush forests.
50 min · Kampot · Free
11:20
Pepper farms
Vibrant fields of aromatic Kampot pepper under the sun.
50 min · Kampot
12:10
Phnom Chhnork
Ancient caves and shrines hidden in lush, green surroundings.
50 min · Kampot · US$1
13:00
Kayak and Boat Trips
Peaceful paddles and scenic cruises along gentle waters.
90 min · Kampot
14:30
Golden Hands Massage & Spa
90 min · Kampot
open: 10:00-23:00
16:00
Kampot Pie and Ice Cream Palacehistory & sagascoffee & bakes
Delicious Khmer pastries and heavenly ice cream.
60 min · Kampot
open: 07:00-late