Phnom Penh – Siem Reap Tour 4 Days

 4-day, 3-night tour of Cambodia covering Siem Reap, Angkor Thom, and Phnom Penh is a journey of exploration through the land of temples, with a focus on the Angkor Wat complex, one of the wonders of the world. The itinerary will take travelers to the most famous destinations in Cambodia, providing a deeper understanding of the country's rich and ancient history and culture.

Best time to visit Cambodia.

Cambodia is perhaps best-known as the home of Angkor Wat, but the historic temple complex is only one of the many reasons we recommend visiting, be it in rainy ("green") or dry season. Cambodia has one of the simplest weather systems in Southeast Asia, with just two seasons and very little altitudinal variation from region to region.

• November to March: This is the dry season in Cambodia. Little rain, blue skies, and temperatures around 23°C - 32°C in the daytime. Perfect conditions for hiking and outdoor activities, especially earlier in the season when the countryside is greener.

• April to May: Still dry, but very hot. Temperatures soar as high as 40°C, and the landscape is parched and dusty. We don't generally recommend travel at this time of year, unless you want to get involved in the water-throwing festivities during Khmer New Year.

• June to October: This is Cambodia's rainy, or "green" season. Despite the name, it actually only rains for a small part of each day – typically an hour or so in the afternoon. Otherwise, it's generally nice and sunny, and the countryside is at its most picturesque and lush.

Festivities

• Khmer New Year: Cambodia is similar to its neighbour Laos when it comes to celebrations. The most prominent holiday is Khmer New Year, celebrated between 13th and 16th of April. While these dates traditionally celebrate the end to the harvest season, similarly to Laos it shares the water-dousing component. There’s a general party atmosphere, and at the same time a lot of businesses and public monuments are closed during the 3-day period. However, most restaurants are open to catch the holiday trade.
• Bon Om Touk: Another date to keep in mind is the water festival, Bon Om Touk. It’s celebrated in late October or November depending on the year (since it follows the lunar calendar), and it commemorates the end of rainy season and the prosperous coming of the dry season.

With the main event being dragon boat racing, there’s a hopeful and festive atmosphere, and there’s plenty of water-dousing too! The festival is celebrated all over the country, but the biggest crowds will be in Phnom Penh, along the river next to the Royal Palace.