3 Week Cambodia Itinerary
Venturing beyond the highlights and into lesser-visited regions, this 3-week itinerary is one for the adventure seekers.
This 3 weeks itinerary takes you beyond the highlights of Cambodia and off the tourist trail in Mondulkiri province. Home to the last wild elephants in Cambodia, this route is perfect for seasoned travellers who want to dive deep into the culture and nature of Cambodia.
Start your trip with a couple of days exploring the capital of Cambodia. See the 1-week itinerary above for how to spend 2 days in Phnom Penh.
From Phnom Penh, head south to the riverside town of Kampot. All the details for how to get to Kampot, things to do and where to stay can be found in the section above.
After a couple of days of exploring the jungles of Kampot, it’s time to hit the islands. Check out the section above for travel details and recommendations.
See the section above with details on how to get from the islands to Phnom Penh.
It’s time to get off the beaten path and experience the lush mountains of the Mondulkiri region. Located 320km north of Phnom Penh, Mondulkiri is known for its ethnic tribes, waterfalls and wild elephants. We didn’t have the time to visit Mondulkiri during our month in Cambodia due to work commitments and it’s my biggest regret as it looks incredible!
The main town in Mondulkiri is called Sen Monorom and the only way to get here is via bus. Due to the roads, it will most likely take you 1 day to get to Mondulkiri from Phnom Penh. You can book the bus via Camboticket*.
💰 $15
⏰ 6-8hrs
When I get the chance to travel to Mondulkiri, you can bet I’ll be staying at the Tree Lodge*. The owner runs a local NGO called The Mondulkiri Project which rescues elephants that remain in captivity. Through the lodge, you can trek with the elephants, hike to waterfalls and stay overnight in the jungle with guides from the Bunong tribe, an ethnic group native to the region. The tribe has a deep spiritual connection with nature and a unique culture you can get insight into from the guides.
✍️ 2 Days in Mondulkiri, by Ditch the Map
Travelling onwards from Mondulkiri is challenging, and will require heading back to Phnom Penh. Due to the long travel time, I recommend spending the night in Phnom Penh to split up the journey to the next stop; Battambang. You can book the buses via Camboticket*.
💰 $15 to Phnom Penh + $15 Battambang
⏰ 6-8hrs + 6hr to Battambang
Check out the section above for my Battambang suggestions.
Onto the grand finale; exploring Angkor Wat, a Wonder of the World. Check out the section above for my suggestions for how to spend 3 days in Siem Reap, or check out my Travel Guide to Siem Reap.
The final day is set aside for you to make your way back to Phnom Penh, or to relax in Siem Reap if your onward travel is from here.