How to get to Cambodia. How to get to Cambodia: personal experience How to fly to Cambodia

Tickets purchased for a flight departing in the afternoon will be cheaper. If the arrival time is evening / night, then expect that a taxi to the hotel will cost 1.5-2 times more.

Flights to Cambodia from Moscow with transfers

There is still no direct flight from Moscow to Cambodia. Passengers will have to make at least one change.

To Phnom Penh

The fastest way to get from Domodedovo to Phnom Penh Airport (the capital) will take 16 h 45 m.First, on board owned by Etihad Airways, you need to fly 5 h 15 m to Abu Dhabi, then make a transfer, which will last 2 h 30 m, on another board of the same company, following to Bangkok. A transfer in Bangkok with a Bangkok Airways flight will take 1h 10m, exactly the same as the rest of the flight. The ticket price for such a route ranges from 30,500 to 33,000 rubles.

Another option - with one change in the city of Doha, which will last 8 hours 10 m, you can get from Moscow to Cambodia in 22 h 50 m if you use the services of Qatar Airways and take a day flight. The average cost of such a flight per person will be 25,000 rubles. Important! Luggage is not included in this price!

If you take a night flight of Qatar Airways, a transfer in Doha will take 21 h 30 m. The total flight time will be 36 h 20 m. A ticket in this case will cost from 26,000 to 32,000 rubles. Again, luggage will not be included in this price.

For a flight with Thai Airways, you will have to pay from 29,000 to 35,000 rubles. The time of the only transfer in Bangkok, in this case, will be 11 h 15 m. The total time will be 21 h 30 m. Without surcharge, you can carry up to 30 kg of luggage per piece and no more than 7 kg of hand luggage per person.

To Siem Reap

From Moscow you can get to Cambodia by flying not only to the capital's airport. There is a major airport at. - The fastest way to get there is to use the services of Qatar Airways, make a transfer equal to 2 h 50 m in Doha, then change to a Bangkok Airways flight in 3 h 15 m. The entire flight will take 18h 45m. Prices range from 30,000 to 33,000 rubles.

- You can fly with one 11-hour connection thanks to Thai Airways and Thai Smile. You will have to do it in Bangkok. The total time in this case will be 21 h 50 m, and ticket prices start at 28,000 rubles.

To Sihanoukville

The third airport in Cambodia, which is ready to meet Russian tourists, is the airport in Sihanoukville. But flights there are rarely made and are many times more expensive than flights from neighboring cities. The best option for a tourist is to use the services of Qatar Airways first, having made the first transfer equal to 8 hours 10 meters in Doha, and the second in Ho Chi Minh City, which will take 18 hours.Thus, the flight from Moscow to Sihanoukville in Cambodia will take 40 hours 15 minutes. The cost of a ticket in this direction will start at 33,000 rubles.

From Yekaterinburg

The fastest way to get from E-burg to Cambodia is to take an evening Ural Airlines flight to Beijing, transfer to Air China there and fly to the airport in the Chinese province of Sanya. There, transfer aboard the Hainan Airlenes, and then end up in Phnom Penh. The total time spent is 24 h 15 m. A ticket for such a flight will cost from 34,000 rubles.

The most budgetary way to make this flight will cost a tourist from 23,000 to 29,000 rubles (baggage is not included!) And will take 31 hours and 40 meters. The first change will have to be done in Moscow, the second in Doha. In Domodedovo it will be 6 h 20 m, and at Doha airport - 8 h 10 m. Perhaps this was due to the companies S7 (Siberia) and Qatar Airways.

From Saint-Petersburg

- The fastest and at the same time the most inexpensive flight option will take exactly one day, taking into account the time of two transfers: at Urumqi airport, 5 hours 55 meters long, and in Guangzhou, which will last 4 hours 05 minutes. This passenger transportation is carried out by China Southern Airlines. The ticket price starts from 28.500 rubles.
- Night flights in this direction are made by S7 (Siberia) and Thai Airways. The first transfer takes place in Moscow (17 h), the second in Bangkok (11 h 15 m). The total travel time is 40 hours. The price is from 27,000 to 29,000 rubles.

From Novosibirsk

In 13 hours, tourists will be delivered from Novosibirsk to Phnom-Penh airport of S7 (Siberia) and Bangkok Airways with one change in Bangkok, the time of which is 4 hours 55 meters. The price for a ticket will be from 19,000 to 21,000 rubles. Important! Carriage of baggage is not included in the ticket price; hand luggage should not weigh more than 10 kg per person.

For 21 h 55 m tourists will be delivered from Novosibirsk to Phnom-Penh airport by S7 (Siberia), Air China and Hainan Airlenes. The first change in Beijing will take 9 hours, the second in Sanya 2 h 40 m. The ticket price is 32,000 rubles.

From Irkutsk

The fastest way to get from Irkutsk to Cambodia will take 33 h 40 m. Tickets will cost from 29,500 to 31,000 rubles. The flights are operated by S7 (Siberia) and China Southern Airlines. The first transfer in Beijing will last 13 h 20 m, and the second in Shenzhen 11 h 25 m.

Cambodia ... A mysterious country where ancient legends come to life in temples with a thousand-year history, where the sun rises every day, illuminating the lush nature of the jungle stretching on the ocean, and big cities with their bustling markets and Asian flavor are shocking in sharp contrast to the untouched nature ... I first thought about traveling to Cambodia a few years ago at the invitation of my friend. For a long time I could not make up my mind until I had a dream about this mysterious country. It was so bright and colorful that I made up my mind. And fell in love with Cambodia forever ...

Cambodia with its tragic history and truly kind and helpful people is unforgettable.

Visa and border crossing

A Cambodian visa can be obtained in two ways:

To the country can be imported: foreign currency in an amount not exceeding $ 10,000, alcoholic beverages, but not more than 2 liters, pets, if there is a certificate, as well as medicines with a prescription.

Cannot be imported or take out: drugs, weapons, flammable substances, audio and video recordings that offend the spiritual culture of Cambodia.

How to get there

You can get to Cambodia from Russia only by plane.

By plane

There are no direct flights from Russia to Cambodia. If you live in Central Russia, then the cheapest and fastest way is to fly from Moscow. Prices range from $ 620 to $ 900 per ticket, depending on the number of transfers.

Departure in this case is from Domodedovo and Sheremetyevo. From the Far East, you can fly through the international airport.

One of the cheapest flights is operated by China Southern Airlines. Its cost is only $ 620, but it will take one day and twelve hours to fly with two transfers. While Vietnam Airlines offers a $ 730 flight with one stop and a roundtrip flight lasting only 12-14 hours. Other airlines offering relatively inexpensive flights from Moscow: Thai Airways, S7 Airlines, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Korean Air. Tickets can be searched, for example,.

And if you live in the Far East, you can fly from Vladivostok to with S7 Airlines, Asiana Airlines or Korean Air, and the cost of a round trip ticket will be approximately $ 600.

Tourist regions

The main tourist destinations of the country are: the capital, the temple complex of Angkor Wat, the beach resort of Sihanoukville, the "capital of crabs" Kep, Kampot province, Tonle Sap Lake, as well as the islands of Koh Rong and Koh Rong Samloem. I will talk about many of them in more detail later.

By the way, I usually look for hotels on Booking - you can see prices from different sites. If you like immersion in the local flavor - this one presents options for private apartments for rent.

Top cities

Phnom Penh

If you are not used to the bustling charm of Asian big cities, then get ready for a thrill on your way from the airport.

Locals who ride their motorcycles without helmets at a crazy speed that even the Hell Angels would envy is a habit in Phnom Penh. Traffic jams in the Cambodian capital are on par with Moscow at rush hour. There are no rules and traffic signs in this city as such, and no one is afraid of the police.

Once I watched as a local woman with bright pink hair and a dragon tattoo on her shoulder rode to my right, quietly smoking weed. And on the left is a large family, where the father drove a motorcycle, holding the baby, and the mother and two daughters sat behind him.

Nightlife in Phnom Penh is also exotic. For example, if you go out in the evening for a walk along the central streets of the city, you can be stopped by local residents and persistently propose in a loud voice, without being embarrassed by the police standing nearby: Marijuana? Cocain? Heroin ?.

Phnom Penh has many interesting clubs and bars worthy of a spot in some sex, drugs & rock "n" roll hippie movie.

One of the oldest and most popular bars in the city is Sharky Bar. Live music, Bike nights and Ladies Night on Thursdays with free drinks for girls from 21:00 to 23:00, great cocktails and snacks, and a truly authentic atmosphere. A real aesthetic pleasure can be experienced by visiting one of the sky bars - restaurants on the roof, from where you can observe the view of the city at night, while enjoying the best drinks and exquisite local cuisine.

In Phnom Penh, you can meet people from all over the world, as well as expats who have escaped the pathos of Western civilization. My friend and I, for example, met musicians from Seattle who once toured with Marilyn Manson.

Of course, not everyone will appreciate the "subtle and wondrous bouquet of life" in Asian big cities. But it is in this wild and unbridled atmosphere of decadence, which penetrates the soul like a sweet poison, and their charm lies.

Angkor Wat

This is a real temple city, a unique Hindu architectural monument dedicated to the god Vishnu. It was here that scenes from the famous film "Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" were filmed.

The temple complex was built for King Suryavarman II and is today one of the world's largest archeological monuments. Its mysterious towers, decorations, figures of mythical and beautiful Hindu demigoddesses apsaras and huge Buddha heads fascinate with an ancient breath of greatness.

Angkor Wat is the heart and soul of Cambodia, the national symbol and the epicenter of the ancient Khmer civilization.

The complex is so large that it is simply impossible to inspect it in one day! It is best to stay at a local hotel for a couple of days. I recommend starting your tour of the complex at 6:00, when there are fewer tourists here, and you can truly feel the mystical spirit of this place.

After many hours of excursions around Angkor Wat, be sure to visit Angkor Night Market, where you can buy inexpensive souvenirs, as well as taste very exotic local dishes.

Siem Reap

The name Siem Reap is translated as "victory over Siam", and then Siam was called Thailand. It is the city of Siem Reap that is the gateway to Angkor Wat.

Don't forget to take a stroll down the famous Pub Street. This is something like the local Arbat, but with an Asian flavor.

Here you can listen to street music bands, dine and enjoy local drinks such as Angkor beer.

If you are a horse lover, visit Happy Ranch Farm for a 2-hour horseback ride through the Siem Reap countryside, where you can contemplate vast rice fields and lotus flowers.

You can read more about the cost and routes of travel at the ranch.

It should be noted that Siem Reap is one of the cleanest cities in Cambodia. You will not see garbage there in the city center, and beautiful ornamental trees are planted along the roads.

Islands

Top attractions

In addition to the famous temple complex of Angkor Wat, I recommend visiting other interesting sights of the country. Among them:

Weather

Summer in Cambodia is a time of monsoon rains, so it is not recommended to go on vacation at this time of the year. From March to May and from September to November, the temperature fluctuates around + 35 ° C, and there is an increased tropical humidity.

The period from November to March is the ideal time to visit the country, as the temperature does not exceed + 30 ° C, and the humidity is quite tolerable.

Money

The local currency is the Cambodian riel (KHR). For $ 1 you can get about 4,000 local "tugriks", and for 100 rubles - about 6,400 riels.

However, even the residents of the country do not particularly like the local currency, and all prices in hotels, restaurants, etc. are indicated in dollars.

Moving around the country

Public transport

The public transport network in Cambodia is not particularly developed, and you will not see any trams, or trolleybuses, or even more so trains there.

There is a railway in the country, but it is in a state of disrepair and is considered very dangerous, because the rails are old and the tracks are deformed.

The most popular means of transportation for tourists in Cambodia are tuk-tuki- Asian mini-taxis. The name translates to "cheap", but in reality the price will depend solely on your bargaining ability. Personally, after a few days of living in Phnom Penh, when asked for a trip around the city for $ 5, with a feigned indignation, I replied that I could offer only $ 2, and they had to agree! The owners of tuk-tuk from afar recognize tourists and pursue them with obsessive cries of “knock-knock!” Until they starve you out.

For trips to neighboring cities, there are many buses some of them are quite decent and even have Wi-Fi. However, if you are taking a night flight from, say, Phnom Penh to Siem Reap, you may be in for an unpleasant surprise: the night loungers on the bus are designed for two, and if you are traveling alone, it is not known who your neighbor will be! For example, I watched with laughter as an elderly, stout European woman made a scandal for the driver, because her neighbor turned out to be some young Asian gangster appearance with many tattoos and gold teeth!

Also by bus you can get to the neighboring and. For example, a ticket from Phnom Penh to Ho Chi Minh City will cost only $ 20.

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If you prefer to travel by car, the cost of car rental in Cambodia can be viewed.

Overnight

Concerning campgrounds and motels on the territory of the country, I rented housing only on the islands and I can give the following recommendations: if funds allow, choose housing away from the pier, because this is where the nightlife is concentrated, and discos are held until the morning. True, you can rent accommodation at the pier for $ 5 per day or for $ 1 per day in a hostel.

Personally, I was able to rent a cozy room for only $ 1 a day, but due to the noise of discos I had to move to a more remote part of the island. The best bungalows on Koh Rong are Paradise Bungalows (they also have a stunning rooftop restaurant with ocean views), Tree House Bungalows and White Beach Bungalows, and Koh Rong Samloem is the Sleeping Trees bungalow. Prices range from $ 20-30 per night on Koh Rong, while Koh Rong Samloem is more expensive, but you can always bargain, especially if you are visiting for a long time.

If you want to learn all the intricacies of choosing housing, you can read about it on our website.

Connection

Internet and Wi-Fi in Cambodia are well developed, even on the islands. True, during storms, their quality drops sharply. To communicate with Russia, I advise you to use Skype - it's free.

Language and communication

The locals speak Khmer. It was formed under the influence of the Indian language and Sanskrit. Cambodians also speak Chinese and Vietnamese.

Knowledge of English varies by region. In tourist regions, every tuk-tuk driver knows a few phrases in English. The same applies to employees of restaurants, hotels and large stores. Personally, I did not know a word of the local language and only used English.

Features of the mentality

The peculiarities of the mentality depend on where you live.

In the city center of Phnom Penh, among the locals you will find cheeky types who look like they have spent their entire lives on the island of Tortuga, which Captain Jack Sparrow loved so much, and brightly colored oriental beauties seducing foreigners.

In the villages or on the islands, you will see traditional families with many children (they have such magical eyes and smiles!) And highly developed spiritual traditions.

Food and drink

Gourmets and lovers of Asian cuisine should definitely go to Cambodia! Fresh, aromatic, spicy and incredibly cheap local food is one of the national prides.

5 dishes worth trying

Here are a few dishes that you should definitely try (you can ask for vegetarian soups and salads, but I am not a vegetarian and therefore I bring to your attention meat dishes):

There are also various specific dishes, but it takes a certain amount of courage to taste them! How do you like dried toads, fried bugs, a living snake heart, or even a snake tincture on moonshine?

Shopping

Security

Street theft is very common in large cities of the country. Walking the streets in the evening, you need to firmly press your bag, camera or video camera to yourself, because it can easily be disrupted by motorcyclists hunting for easy prey. Therefore, you should not carry documents with you (a copy of your passport is enough), large amounts of money or other valuable things.

You should also not leave your personal belongings unattended on the beach. Even if you went to the toilet for five minutes and left your iPhone on the lounger, I guarantee you that you can say goodbye to it forever.

If you're returning late at night, it's better to splurge on a tuk-tuk than walking the dark streets alone.

Popular types of scams

Unfortunately, in Cambodia, you often have to deal with:

• Child begging... Little boys and girls enter fashionable restaurants and persistently beg for money from tourists while their parents sit and eat pizza in their tuk-tuk. By the way, some drivers, who do not have enough money to rent housing, spend the night in their tuk-tuk, pulling on a hammock.
• Divorce for money in a tuk-tuk... This is one of the most popular types of scams in Cambodia. For example, a tourist negotiates $ 2, and the driver nods his head, and at the end of the trip he demands $ 5 from him. When the unfortunate person tries to prove that the price is too high, the driver can start shouting loudly and indignantly in his native language, attracting the local population to the audience, thereby trying to embarrass the tourist and force him to pay $ 5.
• Currency exchange on the street... Be careful and never agree to this: in exchange for your dollars, you can slip, for example, Chinese yuan instead of Cambodian riels or something like that!
• At withdrawing money from the card inATM you also need to be vigilant. Fraudsters can attach devices that scan the card number and pin on them.

5 things you definitely shouldn't do

1. Leave your mobile phone or any other valuables unattended on the beach even for one minute!
2. Ride your motorcycle during the monsoon rains.
3. If you are a single girl and live in a guesthouse on the island - bring guests to your place and have noisy parties.
4. Having gathered for the Full Moon Party on Koh Rong Island, it is reckless to forget the flashlight - the way to the island lies through a small part of the jungle.
   And most importantly ...
5. Forget to use mosquito repellent every few hours !!! Eaten alive ...

5 things to do in this country

1. Try Happy Smoothie and Happy Pizza with interesting fillings that will expand your mind and bring you into a pleasant meditation state. It is especially pleasant on one of the paradise Cambodian islands ...
2. Visit the Full Moon Party, which is held on a full moon on Koh Rong Island on the ocean.
3. Bargain on the market and be surprised to find out that this dress or jeans can be bought 5 times cheaper.
4. Walk with your loved one or best friend / girlfriend through the jungle on Koh Rong Island and go to its uninhabited part.
5. After completing the previous point, stay on a deserted part of the island with your adventure partner and live in a tent, fishing, making a fire and feeling like Robinson Crusoe and Friday!

   Anything to add?

Not so long ago, Cambodia was considered an uninteresting third world country somewhere in distant Asia. However, after the Civil War ended in the country, the new government made great efforts to restore tourism in the country. And already in the XXI century, Cambodia is becoming a popular tourist route, the demand for which is growing every year.

Therefore, it is not surprising that the question of how long to fly to Cambodia from Moscow with a direct flight is especially relevant. Unfortunately, you will not be able to get to Cambodia with a direct flight at this time. Among Russian tourists, this direction has opened quite recently, and the number of passengers does not make it possible to organize regular passenger transportation.

Cambodia is an amazing country

However, the flight from Moscow to Cambodia can be carried out on flights with transfers. Such flights are very long in terms of the time interval - few want to spend about a day in flight. And, nevertheless, there is no other opportunity for tourists. Nowadays, most often, to get to Cambodia, passengers go from Domodedovo airport to the city of Ho Chi Minh City - the largest settlement in Vietnam. And from there you can make a direct flight to Cambodia. In total, it will take you a day to overcome such a route.

From Moscow, you can also book a ticket to the Chinese city of Guangzhou, and from there - a ticket to the small but rapidly developing Siem Reap - one of the most attractive tourist centers in Cambodia. There are also flights with two transfers. One of the most popular routes, Moscow - Bangkok - Abu Dhabi - Cambodia takes about 26 hours in total.

Thus, you can see that the flight time Moscow - Cambodia depends on which route you have chosen. Connecting flights are operated by the best airlines in the world, which can guarantee the most comfortable and enjoyable service. With them, you will not notice how the whole day will fly by.

Phnom Penh airport

Phnom Penh Airport is currently the largest airport in Cambodia, and therefore the country's air gate. The building is located not within the city limits, but 8 km to the west. As of 2016, the airport's annual passenger traffic has reached more than 3 million people.

Phnom Penh Airport is now a modern building with professional staff who can offer the highest comfort and service. It has everything a tourist might need while traveling, including:

• several restaurants and cafes, where visitors can taste not only the usual dishes of foreign cuisine, but also exotic local delicacies;
• a fairly large shopping area where tourists can buy various souvenirs, food, fresh newspapers and much more;
• parking for a thousand vehicles;
• in addition to the usual waiting rooms - a VIP lounge for business class passengers;
• first-aid post, lockers, bank, information desk and much more.

Siem Reap airport

Siem Reap airport

The second air gate of the country is Siem Reap Airport. Back in the early 2000s, it was a small airport with only domestic flights. However, after the construction of the new terminal, passenger traffic increased sharply.

As in the first case, at the Siem Reap airport, tourists will find anything they want to feel comfort. First of all, these are comfortable waiting rooms with free internet and comfortable seats. If you have a desire to have a bite, restaurants and cafes are open for you. In addition, if you are traveling with children, children's rooms have been specially built for them.

Cambodia ticket prices

Ticket prices always vary depending on the season. At the moment, two seasons can be distinguished. The first is summer and the second is winter. The last season is dry and the most favorable for tourism. Fans of active tourism love to visit the country in the winter, when all the opportunities for diving and other types of outdoor activities are open. Airfare during the dry season can sometimes go up to US $ 1,300.

In the summer, the cost of tickets drops dramatically. A low season flight will cost you approximately $ 850. Agree that the difference of $ 45 is significant. Sometimes you can even find tickets that cost $ 700. The main thing is to try to find them as early as possible, before experienced tourists have time to make out the tickets, as they already know all the intricacies of travel to Cambodia.

Visa for Cambodia

At the moment, in order to get on vacation in this country, you need to apply for a visa in advance. First of all, you will need it to get on the flight, because people without a passport, visa and tickets are not allowed on the plane at all. It is inexpensive to issue all the documents for a visit to the country - at least you will have to pay $ 30. Opening a visa is allowed only for a limited period. Of this period, as a rule, 90 days, only 30 of them you can stay in the country without leaving.

The Cambodian government has long promised to introduce a visa-free regime for Russian citizens - with such a step, they would significantly increase the passenger traffic of tourists. However, nothing but promises has yet happened, and as of 2017, tourists still need to prepare all the documents before the trip.

Cambodia Tourism

Tourism is now one of the most important areas in the Cambodian economy. The civil war, which ended in 1975, led to complete devastation, and the first thing the government decided to do was to restore the tourism sector. The unique culture, exotic cuisine and Buddhist heritage of the country played an important role in its formation.

If at the beginning of the 2000s the number of tourists who visited the country hardly reached one million people, then as of 2015 their number increased to almost 5 million. In the coming years, it is planned to see growth by another 6-5%.

Why is Cambodia so attractive? First of all, tourists really like the peaceful population - the Khmers, who are distinguished by their special benevolence and hospitality. In addition, one cannot fail to note the low prices for almost the entire range of services that the tourism sector can provide. You will have to spend impressively only on the flight itself.

You should be aware that traveling in Cambodia can be quite dangerous. The reason lies in the large number of mines that remained after the Civil War. In order not to step on one of them, it is important not to deviate from the tourist route. Local inhabitants, such as poisonous snakes and carriers of infectious diseases, are much less dangerous.

If you exclude small risks, the country turns into a real paradise for tourists, where everything is included and inexpensive. The main attractions of the country that attract the largest number of tourists are:

• the city of Kaep;
• temple complex of Preah Vihea;
• Sihanoukville beach resort;
• Buddhist Temple Silver Pagoda;
• the ancient temple complex of Koh Ker, dedicated to the Buddhist deity Shiva;
• the cities of Angkor and Siem Reap.

Temple complex Angkor Wat

Angkor Wat is located in the city of the same name and is one of the world's largest religious buildings ever built by man. The Angkor Wat temple complex is one of the most important archaeological sites of our time, which was built in the 12th century. Some even call it one of the wonders of the world, which is not surprising, because that is why millions of tourists come here every year.

Sihanoukville is the most popular and fastest growing beach resort in the country. Its development as a resort began only in the 21st century, but at the moment a progressive infrastructure has already been built here, which includes restaurants, cafes, bars, hotels, paradise islands and beaches. It is interesting that the beaches attract not only tourists from abroad, but also local ones. Slightly less attention is drawn to the Kbal Chhay waterfall, which is also one of the main sources of fresh water in the province.

Banteayisrei is one of the most ancient temple complexes, which was built in the middle of the 10th century. It began to attract tourists at the beginning of the 20th century, as soon as it was found by the French. It is interesting that this is the only religious building of this scale in the country, which was not built by a monarch, but a kind of philanthropist who helps people of the lower class.

Lake Tonle Sap is called the heart of Cambodia, because during the ebb and flow of the tide, the water level fluctuates, like the contraction of the heart muscles. It is very interesting that all the locals live here right on the lake. All wooden houses, one way or another, stand on the water. For the entertainment of tourists, several cafes with exotic cuisine were built. There is also an old Buddhist temple here.

Cambodia is becoming an increasingly popular tourist destination every year. The war period in the country is far behind, security is at the proper level, the tourist infrastructure is developing and it is the combination of these factors that attracts more and more tourists to the country.

At the moment, there are no direct flights from Moscow or other cities of Russia, but if the flow of tourists increases, they will surely appear. Geographically, Cambodia is located between such popular tourist countries as Vietnam and Thailand. It is through one of these countries that tourists most often travel. The cost of a flight with one or two transfers from Moscow can reach $ 1,500 and this amount is far from affordable for everyone, so many are looking for more affordable options. If you have no problems with money, then you just need to fly to the Thai capital of Bangkok, and then transfer to a flight to Cambodia. In terms of the amount of effort and time spent, this is the best way.

Not many tourists choose Cambodia for a good rest, most often they visit the country for a tourist purpose for 2-4 days. Vietnam offers many offers for travel to Cambodia. Such a trip can be organized both independently and by contacting one of the many travel companies. Airplanes fly to Cambodia from many Vietnamese cities, but most often tourists prefer flights from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. In addition, in Ho Chi Minh City, you can buy a bus ticket and proceed to Cambodia by land.

There are options for traveling through Laos, but I would not advise paying attention to them, it is best to go through Thailand. Excursions from Thailand to Cambodia are considered one of the most popular among tourists (you can easily find a Russian-speaking guide). From many Thai cities, Cambodia can be reached by bus. In terms of time, it will be more expensive than a flight by plane, but cheaper and during the trip there will be an opportunity to enjoy the beautiful nature of both countries. From Thailand you can get not only to the capital of Cambodia, Phnom Penh, but also to such a popular tourist city as Siem Reap.

Often tourists go to Cambodia not only to see the sights of the country, but also to relax for some time on the white beaches. In this regard, one of the best options is the Sihanoukville resort. There is no direct bus to this city from Bangkok, first you need to buy a ticket to Koh Chang Island or the small town of Trat. You can get from Trat to the border by tuk-tuk, taxi or public transport. After crossing the border, you will have to take a taxi, which costs from 50 to 70 dollars, and if you're lucky, you can get there by bus (usually they only go in the morning).

To advise you on a specific route and method of travel, you need to know which city of Cambodia you are planning a trip to or which city you are planning to start your trip from.

Be sure to familiarize yourself with the conditions of visiting and staying in the country and prepare all the necessary documents so that, because of some trifle, the journey does not end before it starts. Since you will have to fly through a transit country, you need to think about additional documents.

Recently Cambodia has become a very popular travel and leisure destination. This country is one of the most beautiful and exotic places on our planet.
This country is located between states such as Vietnam and Thailand. Getting there is not very easy. If you fly by air from Russia, it will be quite expensive, about $ 1,500, and there are no direct flights to Cambodia in our country. It is easier, and cheaper, to fly to the capital of Thailand - Bangkok, and there transfer to a local flight to Cambodia. The advantage of this option is that it is much easier to apply for a visa with minimal encounter with corruption.

To Cambodia from Vietnam.

The most common option is a tour from Vietnam. From many cities in Vietnam you can get to Cambodia by plane, in particular from Ho Chi Minh City or.

Land borders are also common. One of them is the Mok Bai border in Vietnam / Bavet in Cambodia. A direct bus runs through it. The most convenient way to buy a bus ticket in Vietnam is in the city of Ho Chi Minh City.
Cambodia and Vietnam are connected by the Mekong River. The border point - Kam Samnor - Vinh Xong on this river has been open since 2000 and is the most used at the moment. The route covers the cities of Phnom Penh and the Vietnamese Sha Dok.
Another crossing was recently opened and is located in the Memota area of ​​the Cambodian province of Kampong Cham, bordering the Vietnamese province of Tay Ninh.
The Ha Tien International Border Crossing is currently open to foreigners who can cross the beach to Cambodia.

To Cambodia from Laos.

Since it is impossible to get to Cambodia from Russia directly, you can go there from Laos through the Norg Nokbien international checkpoint in Champasak province.

You can buy a bus ticket in the town of Pakse, as well as from the capital of Laos, Vientiane. available upon arrival at the border. Note that the visa costs $ 20, but the bus staff will charge you extra money for their services. If you want to save money, then you can easily apply for a visa yourself.

To Cambodia from Thailand.

One of the main routes by which you can come to Cambodia is the city of Siem Reap. First of all, you need to fly to Bangkok, as there are no direct flights to Cambodia. Charter flights are much cheaper than regular flights. In order to get to Siem Reap itself, you first need to get by bus to the village called Aranyaprathet. From there you can take a minibus to Cambodia. Upon reaching the Thai border, tourists receive an exit stamp, and already in Cambodia, they must present a visa, or issue it right there. Once in Cambodia, in the city of Poipet, you can hire a taxi or take a bus that will take you to Siem Reap in three hours. Not an easy way. However, to make your journey easier, you can buy a ticket to Siem Reap at any travel agency on Khao San Road. They usually sell the ticket directly to Siem Reap. One bus will take you to the border and meet another on the Cambodian side.

Another route runs through Trat province, which is located in Thailand, where the Cham Yem international border point in Koh Kong province is located. From here you can get to the main "beach" of Cambodia city by boat. This will take about four hours.

An approximate way from Bangkok to Sihanoukville is as follows: In Bangkok, you can buy a bus ticket either directly to the town of Trat, or to Koh Chang Island, if you want to enjoy a little beach vacation on the Thai side. From Trat you will have to take a taxi or tuk-tuk to the border. After crossing the border, you can take a taxi ($ 50-80 to Sihanoukville) or wait for the bus, which runs only in the morning. So plan some cash for an overnight stay in Koh Kong. It is much easier to get off the island, but more expensive. Any agency on the island provides delivery to Sihanoukville by water or bus.

From Sihanoukville you can also get to Phnom Penh. Tourists who do not have visas can apply for them in the capital upon arrival at Phnom Penh airport, or at the embassies of this country in Thailand, in addition, a visa can be issued at any border. When applying for a visa directly in Cambodia, you should have a certain set of documents: a valid international passport, a 3x4 photo. If there is no photo, then a visa can be obtained by paying a “fee” from 1 to 3 US dollars. Please note that terrible corruption is rampant across Cambodia's land borders. if you do not want to literally bargain for a visa, then try to get an e-visa in advance.

A visa will be refused if you do not have enough funds for the duration of your stay in the country, or there are no return tickets. However, money can solve everything and, having paid a few dollars, tourists still get a visa. The fee for obtaining a visa is about $ 20, and it takes no more than 20 minutes to process it.
Many receive a so-called "business visa", which is valid for up to a year. Such a document will cost from $ 25 to $ 280.
When arriving in Cambodia, tourists should remember the following:
The money used is the dollar or riel, the national currency of Cambodia.
Do not rely on credit cards, as the number of banks is very limited, and they are located in large cities: Phnom Penh, Battambang, Kampot and others.
When buying things in the markets, you can and should bargain.
You should not save on food and, especially, on water.
Be mindful of what they eat. Don't overdo exotic dishes.
Strictly follow the rules of personal hygiene.

Rules of stay in Cambodia.

Adhering to these simple rules, you can make your vacation unforgettable, besides, there is something to see in the Kingdom of Cambodia! For lovers of passive relaxation, magnificent beaches with crystal clear ocean water and emerald green open up. Those who dream of exoticism will see picturesque landscapes and the most beautiful temples in which secrets and mysteries are hidden.
Cambodia will be a discovery for ecotourism lovers, as it has become a popular country for recreation quite recently, and there are plenty of natural corners there.

In general, it should be said that Cambodia is a fairly cheap country, since the prices for food, drink and excursions there are much lower than, for example, in Vietnam or Thailand, but the service provided is also lower, so it is better to buy tickets to major cities.
Tourists usually travel by means of transport called a rickshaw - a four-wheeled carriage with a motorcycle traction, but you can use a city taxi or water transport.

Gourmets will enjoy an unusual cuisine: dishes of snakes, turtles and fish, and the "brave" will be offered beetles, grasshoppers, worms and small birds. The food is very spicy and spicy, however European traditional cuisine is also available.
Cambodia is not inferior in terms of the number of attractions. All kinds of monumental temples and palaces, museums and pagodas will delight even the most sophisticated tourists. The Sun Rise hill and the mountain will also surprise you, a walk to which will be pleasant and easy, thanks to the beautiful nature around and the reigning scent of jasmine. The Royal Palace, the current residence of the king and the royal family, is also open to the public.